Postpone free summer transit to 2021, staff tells council
June 1, 2020Squamish
District of Squamish staff is recommending that council defer the free summer weekend transit program to 2021.
Climate change imminent threat to glass sponge reefs: UBC
June 1, 2020Sea to Sky
Warming ocean temperatures and acidification drastically reduce the skeletal strength and filter-feeding capacity of glass sponges, according to new UBC research.
Minimum wage increases in BC effective today
June 1, 2020BC/Canada
BC has increased the hourly minimum wage to $14.60, effective today. Minimum wage rates for liquor servers, resident caretakers and
Whistler to consider temporary patio expansions
May 31, 2020Sea to Sky
The Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) is planning on allowing temporary patio extensions to support existing food and beverage establishments.
Being relaxed is only half of the picture
May 30, 2020Life
Nervous system regulation is a buzzword in wellness and health coaching, training, yoga, and therapy. It is often approached from
Local photographers raise $6,000 for food bank with front porch sessions
May 30, 2020Squamish
Rachel’s call to local photographers on social media was answered by three local photographers and they have since raised $6,000 for the Squamish Food Bank.
Be a tourist in your own town: Mayor Elliott
May 30, 2020Squamish
Mayor Karen Elliott is urging locals to be a tourist in their own in a Mayor’s Message the district posted on she posted on May 29.
Now get Squamish air quality alerts via text message
May 29, 2020Squamish
Locals can now access Squamish air quality alerts directly on cellphones via text message.
Britannia Mine Museum opens for locals this weekend
May 29, 2020Squamish
The Britannia Mine Museum will reopen to members and Squamish residents this weekend and then to general public on Monday, June 1.
Developer proposes second access road to Garibaldi Highlands
May 28, 2020Squamish
Developer Bob Cheema is proposing a new second access from Highway 99 to the Garibaldi Highlands as a ‘common sense solution’.
Driver crashes car into Squamish River
May 28, 2020Squamish
Squamish RCMP are working with tow truck experts after an individual drove a car into the Squamish River. The incident
BC SPCA discovers new virus in cats
May 28, 2020BC/Canada
A mysterious contagious disease outbreak at the BC SPCA’s Community Animal Centre in Vancouver last year has led to the discovery of a new feline virus.
RCMP issued warnings to visitors in Squamish parks
May 28, 2020Squamish
Squamish RCMP handed 17 written warning tickets and gave 45 verbal warnings to people in local parks during the Victoria Day long weekend.
Squamish council won’t act on cannabis retailer’s request
May 28, 2020Squamish
The District of Squamish council decided to stay neutral on a cannabis association’s recent request for support.
Brackendale land owner warns people against trespassing
May 28, 2020Squamish
A land owner is shutting access to his property in Brackendale, and has posted signs warning people against trespassing.
Sea to Sky Gondola now open to public
May 28, 2020Squamish
The Sea to Sky Gondola will be opening today to the public with new COVID-19 safety protocols and reduced capacity. The gondola earlier reopened on May 22 for pass holders.
District plans to open municipal hall on June 1
May 27, 2020Squamish
District of Squamish is planning to open the municipal hall to the public on June 1 in a controlled and limited way.
Bus route to gondola, parks suspended
May 27, 2020Squamish
BC Transit and the District of Squamish have decided to suspend the bus route to the gondola and local provincial parks.
Survey launched for community food program
May 27, 2020Squamish
Squamish Helping Hands and Squamish Food Bank are joining forces and are seeking the community’s feedback on a food hub that will be operational in the fall.
Join the district’s Economic Leadership Team
May 27, 2020Squamish
The Economic Leadership Team will provide advice and expertise on stimulating the local economy and creating diverse local jobs.
Whistler resident wins $500,000 Lotto Max draw
May 27, 2020Sea to Sky
A Whistler resident has won $500,000 on a Lotto Max ticket he purchases at the Squamish Walmart in March.
Single-lane traffic on Spit Road today
May 27, 2020Squamish
District is urging locals to use caution while going to the Spit as crews undertake culvert replacement work the estuary.
Local launches petition for safe roads in Garibaldi Highlands
May 26, 2020Squamish
A Garibaldi Highland resident has launched a petition urging the District of Squamish to consider safety improvements on access route to schools.
RCMP impounds motorcycle cruising at 180 km/hour on Highway 99
May 26, 2020Squamish
Squamish RCMP issued ticket to the driver of a speeding motorcycle on Highway 99, and also impounded the bike.
Two more provincial parks open next week in Squamish
May 26, 2020Squamish
BC Parks is planning to reopen two more provincial parks in Squamish next week. Shannon Falls and Porteau Cove Provincial parks will reopen on Monday, June 1.























