District to hire consultant for Garibaldi Estates traffic study
August 7, 2021Squamish
The District of Squamish is looking for a consultant to undertake a traffic study for the Garibaldi Estates neighbourhood. “The
Wildfire north of Squamish is now a ‘smouldering ground fire’
August 6, 2021Squamish
The wildfire north of Squamish has grown to 8.3 hectares, but it has been downgraded to a rank 1 fire,
Squamish RCMP investigate mischief at local business
August 6, 2021Squamish
On July 27, Squamish RCMP investigated a report of mischief at a construction site in the 38600 block of Buckley
Warning about ‘unusual outbreaks’ of kennel cough in BC’s dogs
August 5, 2021BC/Canada
The BC SPCA is warning dog guardians to be aware of what appears to be an unusual strain of kennel
SSISC to monitor Howe Sound for European Green Crab
August 5, 2021Squamish
A grant from Squamish Community Foundation has enabled a European Green Crab Early Monitoring Program in Howe Sound. The program
Drunk driver’s car impounded in Downtown Squamish
August 5, 2021Squamish
On August 2, Squamish RCMP conducted an impaired driving road-check in the downtown area. During the check, officers stopped a
21 firefighters, 3 helicopters battle new wildfire north of Squamish
August 4, 2021Sea to Sky
As many as 21 firefighters and three helicopters are currently working to extinguish a five hectare fire north of Squamish.
Squamish Wind Festival for the Arts is back from August 9th to 15th
August 4, 2021Squamish
Squamish Wind Festival for the Arts is back from August 9th through to August 15th with a diverse schedule of
Winners of Rotary’s ‘Duck in a Truck’ fundraiser announced
August 4, 2021Squamish
At 1 pm on August 2,as many as 1,000 rubber ducks tumbled out of a truck into the birling pond
Chamber launches new leadership training program
August 4, 2021Squamish
Squamish Chamber of Commerce is launching a six-part leadership training program called ‘Stepping into Leadership’ in September 2021. Stepping into
Several charged for accessing Cat Lake Recreation Site
August 4, 2021Squamish
Conservation Officers have charged several people who tried to access the Cat Lake Rec Site this weekend, despite the fact
Public’s help sought in finding missing Comox Valley teen
August 3, 2021BC/Canada
Comox Valley RCMP is seeking public assistance in locating Grace Smiley, who was reported missing on August 1. Police believe
Downtown Squamish BIA invites community to Squamish Mural Walk
August 3, 2021Squamish
The Downtown Squamish Business Improvement Association is inviting the community to enjoy the Squamish Mural Walk – a free, year-round
MP Weiler announces $1.4 million for flood prevention in Squamish
August 3, 2021Squamish
Local MP Patrick Weiler has announced $1.4 million to help prevent floods in Squamish. Through the Jimmy Jimmy (Judd) Slough
COVID vaccination: Walk-in clinic today and tomorrow in Squamish
August 3, 2021Squamish
Vancouver Coastal Health has announced a walk-in clinic today and tomorrow, at Brennan Park Recreation Centre. Today, the clinic will
Heat alert continues for Howe Sound
August 3, 2021Sea to Sky
Heat wave is expected to continue through Wednesday in Howe Sound and East Vancouver Island. Daytime high temperatures will be
Nanaimo crab harvester to be sentenced for illegal fishing
July 30, 2021BC/Canada
A Nanaimo-based commercial crab fishing boat master Scott Steer has again been found guilty of serious offences against the Fisheries Act.
Heat warning: District opens three cooling centres
July 30, 2021Squamish
The District is following the VCH recommendation of providing cooling centres to support residents during the extreme heat warning issued
Community invited to Spit Appreciation Day
July 29, 2021Squamish
The Squamish Windsports Society and Realignnotremove.ca are inviting the community to take part in the Spit Appreciation Day on Saturday,
District seeks feedback on Squamish Canyon project
July 29, 2021Squamish
The District of Squamish is reviewing a development permit application and seeking feedback on Squamish Canyon, a new proposed tourist
Pemberton traffic stop yields cocaine, heroin, and fentanyl
July 28, 2021Sea to Sky
Pemberton RCMP arrested a man and a woman for possession of a controlled substance. On July 21, at approximately 7:45
Municipalities empowered to ban single-use plastics
July 28, 2021BC/Canada
Municipalities throughout the province can now move more quickly to prevent plastics from polluting their communities. Under new rules, local
Rotary’s ‘Duck in a Truck’ fundraiser to support Squamish Youth Hub
July 28, 2021Squamish
At 1:00 pm on August 2, 2021, 1,000 rubber ducks will tumble out of a truck into the birling pond
90-day prohibition for driver in Paradise Valley
July 28, 2021Squamish
Squamish RCMP issued a 90-day immediate roadside prohibition for a drunk driver on Paradise Valley Road. On July 20, Squamish
Police issue $1,725 ticket for campfire near Cat Lake
July 27, 2021Squamish
Squamish RCMP issued a $1,725 violation ticket after investigating a complaint of campfire near Cat Lake. On July 24, police























