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Hosted by Don Shafer · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 13 episodes
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Welcome to the Bowen Island Podcast. Bowen Island, or Nex̱wlélex̱wm, is tucked away in Howe Sound and forms part of the scenic "Sea to Sky" corridor that stretches from West Vancouver through Lions Bay, Squamish, Whistler, and into the Pemberton Valley. This region is home to the Squamish (Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw), Lil'wat (Lil̓wat7úl), or N'Quatqua (N'k̓wátkwa̱), and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, whose rich cultural heritage continues to shape and enrich the area's vibrant community. Known for its breathtaking natural beauty, this region also boasts the UNESCO-designated Átl'ka7tsem/Howe Sound Biosphere Region, highlighting its global significance. The Bowen Island Podcast started by engaging with all of the candidates in the 2022 municipal elections on Bowen Island. In recent episodes, we've expanded our focus to include former mayors, councillors, and other key community figures. Our last initiative was to connect with candidates from the Sea to Sky riding t
Don Shafer hosts The Bowen Island Podcast, a society show with 13 episodes published.
Bowen’s Future: Understanding the Draft Official Community Plan If you’ve ever wondered whether your children will be able to live on Bowen, worried about water shortages, wildfire risk, ferry traffic, housing diversity,
Jen Ford is the NDP Candidate for the West Vancouver Sea to Sky riding in this year's provincial election. She is a long-time community advocate with a deep commitment to social justice, environmental sustainability, and
Jeremy Valeriote is an environmental engineer who is passionate about public service and responsible governance. His strong commitment to sustainability and equal opportunity has focused on promoting environmental stewar
This is a sound-byte of a conversation I had with Don Forgeron when he was the President of the Insurance Bureau of Canada. I posted it today following a discussion with Edward Wachtman about the Bowen Island Neighbourho
Just over a year ago, we elected a new municipal council and in this podcast, Mayor Leonard talks about the challenges and opportunities on Bowen Island. Our conversation covers a range of topics including the challenges
Wondering what to do about Climate Change? These are closing comments from Al Gore during the Climate Reality Leadership training I attended in Seattle. Small communities like Bowen Island struggle with what to do about
Holly Graff and Richard Smith join us in this episode to talk about the work of the Bowen Island Community Foundation and some of the things that got us here, some great ideas from our neighbors that benefit everyone on
In this episode, David Hocking talks about how Bowen Islands' history of logging connects Mount Gardner, Crippen Park, and Cape Roger Curtis with a focus on moving from resource extraction to recreation and conservation.
In this episode, Tim Misko, Brad Hawthorn, and Nerys Poole join us to talk about Local Service Areas, the Ombudsperson investigation, and the Snug Cove sewage treatment plant.
Peter Frinton has lived on Bowen with his partner Carol since 1972. He became active politically in the early 90s as a GVRD alternate and then as chair of the APC. He served on Bowen Council for 4 terms and was also an I
Peter Frinton has lived on Bowen with his partner Carol since 1972. He became active politically in the early 90s as a GVRD alternate and then as chair of the APC. He served on Bowen Council for 4 terms and was also an I
Jeff Fitzpatrick is the Division Manager of Regional Parks, Design, and Devopment with Metro Vancouver. In this episode, we learn about the importance of regional parks, their history, and how Cape Roger Curtis is about
This is a conversation with Bob Turner. A former Mayor on Bowen Island, conservationist, and filmmaker. I reached out to Bob to help provide context to the many issues we face on this small island, and to understand the
This is the trailer we made following the election as we reach into our community.
Mayoral Candidate Andrew Leonard shares his vision for Bowen Island in the 2022 Municipal Election. The picture was updated when it was announced that he had won. The Bowen Island Podcast is produced in a small cabin in
Judi Gedye joins us to talk about life on Bowen Island and why she wants to run for municipal council and the Islands Trust. The Bowen Island Podcast is produced in a small cabin in the woods on Bowen Island, on the ance
I was delighted to catch up with Alison Morse to talk about her vision for Bowen Island and what being on the municipal council has been like over the years. The Bowen Island Podcast is produced in a small cabin in the w
Sue Ellen Fast talks about her love of nature, her vision for Bowen Island and a little about the Islands Trust The Bowen Island Podcast is produced in a small cabin in the woods on Bowen Island, on the ancestral and unc
We caught up with John Saunders to talk about hockey, how he discovered Bowen Island and why he wants to be a municipal councilor. The Bowen Island Podcast is produced in a small cabin in the woods on Bowen Island, on th
Tim Wake is running for council and talks about the issues and his vision for Bowen Island The Bowen Island Podcast is produced in a small cabin in the woods on Bowen Island, on the ancestral and unceded territory of the
Daniel Martin
Manager of Planning and Development · JobJack
1 appearance on this show
Al Gore
former Vice President
1 appearance on this show
Richard Smith
firearm academy owner and expert witness · Archdiocese of Vancouver
1 appearance on this show
Bob Turner
former Mayor, conservationist, filmmaker · Summit Coaching and Consulting
1 appearance on this show
John Saunders
Saunders Machine Works
1 appearance on this show
Jeff Fitzpatrick
Metro Vancouver
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