District to install hearing loops at public buildings, make accessibility upgrades
April 16, 2025Squamish
The District of Squamish is installing hearing loops at public buildings to make it easier for people with hearing aids
District of Squamish planning shared e-bike program
April 16, 2025Squamish
The District of Squamish plans to introduce a shared e-bike programme in partnership with mobility non-profit Evolve by May 2025,
Kawartha Dairy opens dairy and ice cream shop in Britannia Beach
April 15, 2025Squamish
Eastern Canada’s most beloved ice cream shop and dairy has opened its first location outside Ontario in Britannia Beach. The
New adaptive mountain-biking trail opens in Alice Lake Provincial Park
April 15, 2025Squamish
A new, beginner-friendly adaptive mountain-biking trail is now open at Alice Lake Park. The new one-kilometre South Coaster Adaptive Trail
Housing Squamish seeks $150,000 from District to secure affordable rentals
April 15, 2025Squamish
The Squamish Community Housing Society is asking the District of Squamish to contribute $150,000 toward purchasing rental housing. In a
Portals: New non-profit brings multi-sensory art project to Squamish
April 14, 2025BC/Canada
PORTALS is a new collaborative art project coming to Squamish in October 2025 as part of the Squamish Art Walk.
Squamish RCMP commends resident for returning lost wallet
April 10, 2025Squamish
Squamish RCMP commends a resident for their honesty after he returned a lost wallet found in the area last month.
VCH warns about increase in Mpox cases in region
April 10, 2025BC/Canada
Mpox remains a public health concern in the Vancouver Coastal Health region, with a recent increase in cases, predominantly among
$5,000 available for local non-profits as part of Woodfibre LNG program
April 10, 2025Squamish
Woodfibre LNG has announced the opening of the Spring 2025 intake for its Community Partnership Program. The program funds local
Journey of Light and Shadow: Reflections on Two Weeks in Nepal
April 10, 2025Squamish
After two extraordinary weeks in Nepal, I return home forever changed. The people’s warmth, generosity, and resilience touched me in
Caution urged after pack of wolves chase resident, dog on Vancouver Island
April 9, 2025BC/Canada
A Vancouver Island-based wildlife society is urging vigilance after an incident where a resident and their dog were reportedly chased
Man uses knife in dog fight at BC Provincial Park
April 8, 2025BC/Canada
RCMP on Salt Spring Island are investigating a violent altercation between two dogs and their owners that left both men
Upcoming lane closures on Highway 99; expect delays
April 8, 2025Squamish
Drivers on Highway 99 should plan for lane closures and possible delays due to upcoming construction, utility work, and a
FortisBC begins pre-construction work on Finch Drive and Industrial Way
April 8, 2025Squamish
FortisBC crews are set to begin additional pre-construction work along Industrial Way and Finch Drive starting the week of April
BC to stop sending cancer patients to U.S. for radiation therapy
April 7, 2025BC/Canada
BC Cancer will wind down its temporary program that sent cancer patients to the United States for radiation therapy, citing
Brackendale resident urges District action on airport noise
April 7, 2025Squamish
In a letter to the council, Brackendale resident Martin Fichlt is urging the District of Squamish to address growing concerns
Two in hospital after accident on Government Road and Queens Way
April 4, 2025Squamish
Two people were taken to the hospital in stable condition following a motor vehicle accident in Squamish involving a motorcycle
BC Utilities Commission to monitor gas prices after Carbon Tax removal
April 3, 2025BC/Canada
The British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) will monitor retail fuel prices across the province to ensure consumers see savings at
Applications are open for $500 neighbourhood small grants in Squamish
April 3, 2025Squamish
Applications are now open for the 2025 Neighbourhood Small Grants (NSG) program in Squamish, offering residents up to $500 to
Over 70 percent business owners say paid parking will be harmful: Downtown BIA survey
April 3, 2025Squamish
The Downtown Squamish Business Improvement Association (DSBIA) has opposed the paid parking plan for Downtown Squamish, citing concerns from local
Four BC realtors fined for false and deceptive marketing
April 3, 2025BC/Canada
BC Financial Services Authority, the regulatory body for real estate agents, has recently issued administrative penalties to four B.C. real
Tourism Squamish, Downtown BIA launch new Umbrella Share program
April 2, 2025Squamish
Tourism Squamish and the Downtown Squamish Business Improvement Association have introduced Squamish’s first Umbrella Share Program. Launched in March this
Majority of Squamish residents will avoid tourism areas if asked to pay for parking: Survey
April 1, 2025Squamish
A majority of Squamish residents say they would avoid local tourism-based areas if required to pay for parking, according to
New arts space, childcare facility planned at Oceanfront Squamish
April 1, 2025Squamish
A new dedicated arts space and childcare facility is being planned at the Oceanfront Squamish. At an upcoming meeting, the
BC to eliminate Consumer Carbon Tax effective tomorrow
March 31, 2025BC/Canada
The British Columbia government will eliminate the consumer carbon tax effective Tuesday, April 1, 2025, aligning the province with changes

























