PROFESSIONAL TREE SERVICES BOWEN ISLAND

We're a local tree service company based in Bowen Island, BC with a team of ISA certified arborists who are dedicated in providing the highest quality tree care services.

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Tree Care Services Available on Bowen Island

Specialized arborist and tree care services on Bowen Island tailored to your needs. Whether its pruning, removals, inspections, or general tree care advice, we're here to help.

WHY HIRE AN ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST?

An ISA certified arborist is a vetted tree expert who has proven they have the formal training, safety knowledge, and skills to properly care for and maintain the health and value of your yard's trees.

Our company is member of the International Society of Arboriculture, all staff are ISA Certified Arborists and are committed to continual education and development of our arboricultural knowledge. We pride ourselves on being able to provide expert advice and knowledge based treatments for your tree care needs and are dedicated to providing the highest quality of tree services in Bowen Island and the surrounding districts.

What this means is that you can rest easy knowing your trees are being managed by a professional who follows industry-leading science and safety standards rather than just guessing.

Get a quote for Tree Services in Bowen Island

Simple, straight forward estimates for Tree Services anywhere on Bowen Island. Email or Call us with your Tree Service needs. Call (778)-868-8785 today for a quote.

Getting a quote shouldn't be confusing or stressful. Here's exactly what to expect when you reach out to us, from first contact to a completed job.

Request a Quote
Call us or fill out the form on our website. Tell us a bit about what you need — whether it's a single tree or a full property assessment — and we'll get back to you quickly to arrange a free assessment.
Onsite Assessment
We'll visit your property in person for an assessment and Tree Evaluation. We'll talk through your goals, any concerns about the trees, and flag any permits that might be needed for your municipality.
Customized Proposal
We'll send you a clear, detailed quote based on exactly what your property needs. You'll know what's included, what it costs, and what to expect.
Schedule Service
Happy with the quote? We'll book a date that works for you. If permits are required, we'll handle the paperwork so everything is in order before our crew arrives.

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For all your pruning, stump removal, and emergency tree services needs in Bowen Island and beyond, get in touch with your local Arborists Cascadia Tree Care for a quotation.

Send us a message, or give us a call on 778-868-8785

Tree Services Reviews from Customers on Bowen Island

We work with residential properties, stratas, commercial outfits and developers, all across the Gulf Islands. Here are some recent client testimonials.

Cascadia helped our strata devise a plan, and a very comprehensive and thorough report to support removal of trees from our property to control a bamboo issue. When Cascadia was on site to carry out the plan, they were also able and willing to handle additional work requests at a moment's notice. I look forward to working with Cascadia again.

JODI HEINHORST

Cascadia Tree Care takes care of all your tree pruning

Highly recommend Cascadia Tree Care. George was outstanding in all facets of the job; which involved a fair degree of patience and diplomacy due to involvement with a neighbouring property. Bottom line? The price was fair, George and his partner were extremely thorough (despite a miserable wet day), and all work was done as promised and cost was right on estimate. If you're debating which company to choose, do yourself a favour and go with Cascadia Tree Care

DJ STEWART

George from Cascadia did a great job. Pricing was more than fair, and he looked into whether we were required to plant a new tree (luckily we did not)! He arrived on time and quickly and efficiently removed our tree. Afterwards he cleaned up and left our yard nicer than before he arrived! We would use this service again in the future and we would highly recommend it to others

KIM SMART

Meet Your Bowen Island Arborists

Cascadia Tree Care is a friendly, professional, and discerning arborist tree service company serving the Sunshine Coast, Gulf Islands, and North Shore. Our team of ISA Certified Arborists brings years of hands-on experience to every job, from routine pruning to complex removals and everything in between.

As members of the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), we're committed to continual education and staying current with best practices in arboriculture. We're fully insured and happy to provide documentation on request, giving you peace of mind that the job is done right.

We believe great tree care comes down to honest advice, careful work, and respect for the land we work on. Whether you need a single tree assessed or a full property plan, we'll give you the knowledgeable, impartial guidance you need to make the right decision for your trees and your property.

If you need support with managing your trees, have issues with lack of light, impeding roots, dead dying or dangerous trees, contact us now for knowledgeable and impartial advice on how best to care for your trees.

Meet George, owner of Cascadia Tree Care

George Kaeys - Owner of Cascadia Tree Care

Tree Permits and Tree Bylaws on Bowen Island

Bowen is the outlier. Bowen Island Municipality does not have a tree removal bylaw or a tree cutting permit process for private property.

That does not mean anything goes:

Development Permit Areas. If your property sits in a DP Area, including the watershed and streams areas, you will likely need a development permit before removing trees and vegetation.
Site alteration permits. Since January 1, 2023, under Bylaw No. 568, 2022, a site alteration permit is required for clearing land or removing and depositing soil above set thresholds. The bylaw defines a tree as any living erect woody plant 10 cm (4") or more in diameter measured 1.4 m above ground.
Covenants. Many Bowen properties carry restrictive covenants that limit clearing. Copies are available through the BC Land Title Office.
Provincial law. The Wildlife Act and Migratory Birds Convention Act apply everywhere, Bowen included.

Because it comes down to your specific parcel, check with the Planning Department before clearing.

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About Bowen Island

Bowen Island is a quiet, scenic island municipality in Howe Sound, British Columbia, located just a 20-minute BC Ferries ride from Horseshoe Bay in West Vancouver. It is a popular, highly walkable day trip from Vancouver known for its local cafes, artisan shops, and coastal hiking trails

Tree Work Service Areas

Bowen Island’s neighborhoods sit along its coastlines, centered around Snug Cove, the walkable main village and ferry hub, and the nearby hilltop shops of Artisan Square. The west coast features sunset-facing beach communities like Tunstall Bay and Bowen Bay, which transition into the premium bluff-side properties of Bluewater.

The quieter north and east shores host the historic resort enclave of Hood Point, the cliffside homes of Eagle Cliff, and the peaceful cabins of Miller’s Landing. The south end is anchored by the upscale coastal estates of Cowan Point, while rural acreages spread across the island's forested central interior near Mount Gardner.

WHERE WE DO TREE WORK

Cascadia Tree Care proudly provides professional tree care and arborist services across the Sunshine Coast, the North Shore, and the islands in between. Whether you're in Gibsons, Sechelt, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, or Bowen Island, our certified arborists are ready to help keep your trees healthy, safe, and beautiful. Contact us today for a free consultation and let us help you create a tree management plan tailored to your property.

Service Areas:

Gibsons, Sechelt, Roberts Creek, Halfmoon Bay
North Vancouver, West Vancouver
Bowen Island, Gambier Island

FAQ

What is the process like?

Our tree services process begins with an initial consultation and site inspection to assess the tree’s condition and determine the best course of action. Once we have developed a tailored plan, our team will efficiently and safely execute the removal, ensuring minimal disruption to your property. The timeline for each project may vary depending on the complexity and size of the tree, but we strive to complete every job in a timely manner.

What are the benefits of pruning?

Are you licensed, qualified, and insured?

Our arborists are ISA certified professionals with extensive experience in tree care and removal. We constantly stay up-to-date with the latest industry advancements and techniques, ensuring that we provide the best possible service for our clients.
We are fully insured and licensed to provide tree removal services in our service area. Our coverage includes liability insurance and workers’ compensation, providing peace of mind for our clients during the tree removal process.

Do I need a permit to remove a tree?

Do you need a permit to remove a tree?

In most of the areas we serve, yes, if the tree is "protected." What counts as protected depends on where you live, and usually comes down to some combination of:

Size. Measured as diameter at breast height (DBH), roughly 1.3 to 1.4 metres above the ground.
Species. Arbutus, Garry oak, Pacific yew, Pacific dogwood and yellow cedar show up on almost every protected list.
Location. Trees near creeks and the shoreline, or on steep slopes, are protected at much smaller sizes.
Status. Heritage trees, wildlife trees, trees with active nests, and trees planted or retained as a condition of a past permit are protected regardless of size.

Municipalities generally issue permits when a tree is dead, hazardous, damaging a building or utility, or sitting inside an approved building envelope. They generally do not issue permits to improve a view.

Our team can assist you in navigating the permit process and ensure compliance with any necessary permits in your area(s) here. Often times tree removal is not necessary. There are solutions that we can implement to retain a tree, which our arborists will talk you through.

What locations do you serve?

Schedule a visit with an ISA Certifierd Arborist

We are fully insured ISA certified arborists upholding safe working practices, high quality knowledge of tree work standards.

Get in touch with us to schedule a visit and discuss your tree care needs.

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PROFESSIONAL TREE SERVICES BOWEN ISLAND

Tree Care Services Available on Bowen Island

Tree Pruning

Tree Removals

Hedge Trimming

Fruit Tree Pruning

Stump Grinding

Tree Inspections

Arborist Reports

Tree planting

Emergency Tree Work