The September 2026 Newsletter written by Phil Aldrich is available! It has news and updates about … Gambier Island Shoreline Development Restrictions BC Parks Stern Tie Restrictions in Prideaux Haven (Scobell and Williams Islands) CBCYC General Meetings on September 19, 2026 and November 21, 2026 Enjoy! 02026.09.14 CBCYC Website News
The Province is seeking feedback on a draft Strategic Management Plan for private marine docks in the southern Gulf Islands and southeastern Vancouver Island. Public survey on the draft Strategic Management Plan will be open from Sept. 3, 2026, until Oct. 18, 2026 The plan proposes guidelines for the management of private marine docks on Crown foreshore areas in southern Gulf Islands and southeastern Vancouver Island Feedback will help determine whether the draft approach strikes the right balance and identify opportunities for improvement Details can be found at Opening engagement on dock management in southern Gulf Islands
Read more … Feedback opportunity on Dock Management Plan for the southern Gulf Islands
A new initiative by Water Lands and Resource Stewardship and the Squamish First Nation proposes Sea to Sky land use objectives for numerous areas in our region, including Gambier Island. In that proposal there are significant restrictions on public access and use of a large tract of Gambier’s public land, ostensibly for the protection of the environment and indigenous cultural values. Members of all four clubs with outstations on the island are used to hiking to the various lakes and maintaining trails and roads for safe passage across the area. Access to many of these may be in jeopardy. CBCYC…
Jim Phillips and Roger Hind attended the Parliamentary budget briefing in Victoria on June 1, 2026 on behalf of the Council and MPFS, see also our email dated March 30, 2026. Roger presented the abridged briefing to the committee (one speaker with time constrained to a 5 min presentation). Jenifer Jennings and Alison Meredith had created the briefs and Roger answered the committee panel’s questions. Thanks for the input via our feedback email, and to Jenifer, Alison and Jim for creating the briefing! Abridged presentation May 15Download Long Version Finance Committee Presentation for background May 15 2026
Read more … Provincial Budget 2027 Consultation – Presentation to the Financial Committee
The Princess Louisa International Society has just been notified by B.C. Parks that Blue Water Systems will not will not be onsite and starting on the Pier, Ramp and Dock repairs/replacement until June 4-5th, with completion hoped for by June 10th. Access to the park via the dock may be limited or unavailable during this time.Please address any concerns or questions to B.C. Parks. parkinfo@gov.bc.ca
Rowing BC embarked on a pilot study of electric motors during which multiple electric outboard motors were tested in real-life rowing scenarios across the province. This study provided clubs with objective, relevant and easily accessible information on cost, performance and user-experience gathered in real world situations helping to make informed purchasing decisions. It also increased awareness of the benefits and feasibility of electric outboards. Checkout the details at Row Electric – Rowing British Columbia. Project Resources Understanding Electric Outboards ~ An introduction to electric outboards including an overview of benefits, components, performance and charging, maintenance, safety and costs. Going Electric Handbook ~…
Chatterbox Falls Moorage Facilities -Swíwelát, Princess Louisa Inlet – Temporary access interruption
Update of Notice to members, PNW Boaters, & friends of the inlet Princess Louisa Provincial Marine Park To facilitate Phase 1 of infrastructure improvements at Princess Louisa Provincial Marine Park, specifically at the Chatterbox Falls location, work will be undertaken to replace the pier and the two sections of the main dock facilities. As we understand at this time, access to the park via the dock and ramp will be unavailable for a period of approximately fourteen (14) days at some point between May 19 to June 4, 2026, while this work is completed. The park itself will remain open, however boaters will not…
The April 2026 Newsletters written by Phil Aldrich is available! It has news and updates about … Provincial Heritage Conservation Act (HCA) Swiya (Sunshine Coast) Commercial and Group Dock Management Plan Navigation Regulations in the presence of Orca sightings Amendments to the Canadian Navigable Waters Act (CNWA) Southern Gulf Island Private Dock Planning Advisory Process Gambier Island Advisory Planning Commission (APC) Gambier Waterlot License Extension Update Cresent Beach Y/C Update Sports Fishing 30/30 controversy (update form February Report Parks Host Program Update Pump-out Presentation Presentation to the Vancouver Chapter of the Canadian Power Squadron at FCYC Marine Parks Forever Society…
The March 2026 Newsletters written by Phil Aldrich is available! It has news and updates about … Islands Trust Policy Statement Survey Fortis Proposal to Rent Wigwam from RVYC Southern Gulf Islands Dock Management Advisory Panel (SGI/DMAP) Coastal Marine Strategy Update Yacht Club Waterlot Leases Proposed Changes to Pleasure Craft Licencing Sports Fishing Report – “the 30/30 controversy” Declaration of Rights of Indigenous People Act (DRIPA) and the Pender Harbour Area Residents Association (PHARA) – A Constitutional Challenge CBCYC Newsletters The schedule for Council meetings in 2026 Dr. Peter Stockdill – obituary 02026.03.02 CBCYC Website News v2 Enjoy!