05/08/2026
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When 'foreigners' fall in love with The Grenadines choosing to invest their hard-earned wealth there, they often wish to give something back to help improve the lives and livelihoods of the population. This man is blessed with much wealth - and yes, he has Given Back, with a major restoration project after Hurricane Beryl's devastation.
This project on Bequia is the result of his importation of heavy equipment to rebuild Canouan, Union and Mayreau - which suffered Beryl badly, but now Bequia benefits as well. We personally witnessed his appreciation on Canouan, but now also we express our appreciation for his efforts on Bequia.
(Despite Action Bequia's recycling program, during our time on this island we have been watching the landfill valley grow into a mountain. It is time to reduce single use plastic where possible and re-purpose more! β»)
πππThank you Mr Wace!
https://www.stvincenttimes.com/pm-praises-ian-wace-for-recovery-efforts-in-the-grenadines/
Prime Minister Dr. Godwin Friday has highlighted the critical role of investor Ian Wace (referred to in transcripts as Mr. Waist) in the ongoing Recovery and Resilience Strategy following the devasβ¦