Lamborghini impounded for speeding on Highway 99
June 16, 2020Squamish
Squamish RCMP has impounded a Lamborghini for speeding on Highway 99. The driver was travelling at a speed of 130
Off-duty Squamish RCMP officer, DOS staffer rescue suicidal person
June 15, 2020Squamish
An off-duty Squamish RCMP officer and a DOS employee helped rescue a suicidal person in Squamish.
District plans to replace Judd Slough culvert
June 15, 2020Squamish
The District of Squamish is working on a project to remove the abandoned Jimmy Jimmy (Judd) Slough culvert in the Squamish River dike and replace it with a new, larger culvert in order to re-water the slough.
Fare collection resumes on Squamish transit
June 15, 2020Squamish
Front door loading and fare collection will resume today in Squamish transit.
Access to Howe Sound Crest Trail changes
June 15, 2020Sea to Sky
BC Parks is asking outdoor enthusiasts to be aware of a change in access to the Howe Sound Crest Trail.
Commission to look into why Squamish pays more for gas
June 15, 2020Squamish
The British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) is investigating high gas prices in Squamish, and will also start publishing data for the town.
Squamish gets a new Foundry centre for youth
June 15, 2020Squamish
Squamish is getting a new foundry centre, one among eight cities where the provincial government announced the centres.
Police urge motorcyclists to be cautious on Highway 99
June 14, 2020Sea to Sky
RCMP are reminding motorcyclists to use caution on roads after two incidents of motorcycles crashes on Highway 99.
Trans Mountain investigating oil spill in Abbotsford
June 13, 2020BC/Canada
Trans Mountain said it is investigating a spill at its Sumas Pump Station in Abbotsford.
District moves to regulate short-term rentals in Squamish
June 13, 2020Squamish
At an upcoming council meeting, the bylaw that will regulate the rentals is expected to pass first reading.
Man issued $230 ticket for attracting bear to Squamish campsite
June 13, 2020Sea to Sky
Conservation Officer Service issued a $230 ticket to a man for flouting the Wildlife Act after a bear tore through his tent to access unsecured food.
Parking will be restricted at Darrell Bay
June 12, 2020Squamish
The portions of the overflow parking area at Darrell Bay in Squamish will be closed off until further notice. The measure by Squamish Gondola is to reduce COVID-19 transmissions.
Developer seeks to increase height of apartment buildings
June 12, 2020Squamish
Bosa Properties is asking the district for a height variance on a mixed-use development on the east side of the
Police seek information on Kingfisher Road break-ins
June 12, 2020Squamish
Squamish RCMP are looking for information about a break-in to vehicles on Kingfisher Road.
Tagging Chili Thom mural was just disrespectful
June 12, 2020Life
I was pained to know that the Terry Rodgers Bridge Mural in Whistler was recently tagged by someone I’m sure had no idea what he or she was doing.
District to remove derelict vessel from Cattermole Slough
June 11, 2020Squamish
The District of Squamish said it is working to remove a derelict boathouse from the shores of Cattermole Slough in Downtown Squamish.
Downtown store to hold comic book sale for food bank
June 11, 2020Life
A local downtown gaming store is inviting the community to be part of a fundraiser for the Squamish Food Bank.
Innovation Centre breaks ground on Oceanfront Lands
June 11, 2020Squamish
Carbon Engineering has broken ground on its new Innovation Centre at the Newport Beach Oceanfront Development. Construction of the project
May deadliest month for drug overdose deaths in BC’s history
June 11, 2020BC/Canada
There were 18 drug overdose deaths in North Shore and the Coast Garibaldi area, which includes Squamish, the Sea to Sky and the Sunshine Coast communities.
Truck stolen, vehicle break-ins in Valleycliffe
June 11, 2020Squamish
One car was stolen and three cars were broken into on Hemlock Street in Valleycliffe.
Stats Canada launches survey about parenting during COVID-19
June 10, 2020BC/Canada
Stats Canada has launched a survey asking parents about the challenges of parenting during the pandemic.
Car dealer to host jeep parade to cheer health care workers
June 10, 2020Squamish
The downtown car dealership, Foundation Squamish, will be hosting a Jeep Meet parade on Friday, June 12, at 6:15 pm to appreciate the local health care workers.
Join housing revolution, advocate asks district
June 10, 2020Squamish
A BC affordable housing advocate is asking the District of Squamish to join a ‘housing revolution’ and create more affordable housing through its policies and bylaws.
Allow homeowners to defer property tax, UBCM tells BC
June 10, 2020BC/Canada
UBCM is asking the province to expand the Property Tax Deferral Program to cover all residential taxpayers.
Developer to conduct traffic study in Garibaldi Estates
June 9, 2020Squamish
District of Squamish will ask the developer of a proposed apartment building on Tantalus Road to complete a traffic impact study for the area.

























