Province says it won’t close Sea to Sky Highway
April 7, 2020Sea to Sky
There are currently no plans to shut down the Sea to Sky Highway or any provincial roadways due to COVID-19, according to the Ministry of transportation and Infrastructure.
Province creates 15 self-isolation spaces in Squamish
April 7, 2020Squamish
BC has created 15 spaces in Squamish for vulnerable people who want to self-isolate. These spaces will be available at
District seeks ‘urgent support’ from province on visitors
April 6, 2020Squamish
The District of Squamish said it shares the public anxiety about weekend visitors coming to community, and is working with SLRD, Squamish Nation, and Squamish RCMP to best tackle the problem.
Why BC won’t share data on COVID-19 cases in the community
April 6, 2020BC/Canada
When an outbreak hits a community, one of the most urgent things people want is information. This is human nature,
Man critical after stabbing in Downtown Squamish
April 6, 2020Squamish
The injured man was transported to a Lower Mainland hospital and remains in critical condition. Police believe the two individuals knew each other and this was an isolated incident.
Tourism Squamish launches #SketchSquamish competition
April 6, 2020Squamish
If you are self-isolating and looking to do something at home, there is a more creative way to pass the time.
Rocky Mountaineer cancels all trains until July 1
April 6, 2020Sea to Sky
Rocky Mountaineer is suspending all train departures until July 1. The season was earlier scheduled to start on April 13.
Child care available for essential service providers in Squamish
April 6, 2020Squamish
Essential service workers who are unable to make child care arrangements for their school-going children can contact the SD 48 for child care.
A Golden Rule Challenge for Squamish
April 5, 2020Life
It has been said that the true test of a society is how it looks after its most vulnerable members. Squamish is passing the test with Golden Colours.
Porteau Cove Provincial Park is closed to public
April 5, 2020Sea to Sky
BC Parks has closed Porteau Cove Provincial Park as well as Golden Ears Parks to enhance social distancing and stem the spread of COVID-19.
Community donations helps purchase Glidescope for hospital
April 4, 2020Squamish
The Squamish Hospital Foundation has purchased a new Glidescope for use at Squamish General Hospital.
Son charged in killing of Squamish woman
April 3, 2020Squamish
A 21-year-old Vancouver man has been charged in the killing of his mother, Barbara Waite, who was found dead in her home on Government Road yesterday.
Squamish parents, know the signs of Autism
April 3, 2020Life
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects 1 in 66 children in Canada, according to a 2018 report by Public Health Services Canada.
IHIT investigating woman’s suspicious death in Squamish
April 2, 2020Squamish
On April 1, at 11:40 pm the Squamish RCMP was called to a home in the 40000 block of Government Road due to a check well-being request.
Temporary hospital set up for non-COVID patients
April 2, 2020BC/Canada
The provincial government, the Canadian Red Cross, and other health agencies are setting up a 271-bed temporary hospital at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
CN suspends rail service between Squamish and Williams Lake
April 2, 2020Squamish
CN Rail will suspend train service between Williams Lake and Squamish due to the decline in customer demand.
UBC-led study finds trial drug can block early stages of COVID-19
April 2, 2020BC/Canada
An international team led by University of British Columbia researcher Dr. Josef Penninger has found a trial drug that effectively blocks the cellular door SARS-CoV-2 uses to infect its hosts.
SLRD shuts down Britannia Beach trail
April 2, 2020Sea to Sky
Squamish Lillooet Regional District has closed the walking trail, paved walkway and playground in Britannia Beach.
Essential service providers not liable for COVID-19 exposure
April 2, 2020BC/Canada
Those providing essential services cannot be held liable for damages caused by exposure to COVID-19 while continuing to operate, according to a new order from the Government of BC.
Attempted break-in at business on Enterprise Way
April 1, 2020Squamish
Squamish RCMP are looking for two men who tried to break in at a business on Enterprise Way.
Dollarama gives 10 per cent pay raise to staff
April 1, 2020BC/Canada
Dollarama is giving a 10 per cent pay raise to all store employees as well as those who work in the company's warehouses.
Squamish Food Ferries helps the vulnerable with groceries and errands
April 1, 2020Life
They won’t be wearing capes, but these local COVID-19 heroes will be more than happy to do your groceries or run your errands.
More than 500 in BC have recovered from COVID-19
April 1, 2020BC/Canada
More than 500 people in BC have now recovered from COVID-19, according to the BC Government.
Police warn about suspicious man in Valleycliffe
March 31, 2020Squamish
Squamish RCMP are warning people about a suspicious man checking car doors along Valley Drive in Valleycliffe.
COVID-19: BC receives one million surgical masks
March 31, 2020BC/Canada
BC has received one million surgical masks as the province prepares the health system for COVID-19.























