Tim and Vivien wanted a safe, natural environment to raise their children, and wanted to get away from being stuck in Vancouver traffic. They established Townskate in Powell River because they saw an opportunity for a dedicated skateboard and skimboard shop.
What are people yearning? It's community, it's connection, it's exercise, it's activity, it's a feeling of belonging. We moved here in the hopes that our lifestyle would get better, but I didn't realize how much of a lifestyle upgrade we'd have.