Two COVID-19 cases at care home in West Vancouver
March 12, 2020BC/Canada
Two cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed at a care home in West Vancouver.
Fortis plans to reroute proposed pipeline in Stawamus Valley
March 12, 2020Squamish
Fortis BC is proposing four amendments to its Environmental Assessment Certificate to expand a portion of its existing natural gas line.
District’s off-leash pilot remains in proposed stage
March 12, 2020Squamish
An off-leash dog pilot project in Squamish still remains in the proposed stage because of council agendas being too full.
Seven new cases of coronavirus, including two in North Vancouver
March 11, 2020BC/Canada
BC Government has announced seven new cases of COVID-19, for a total of 46 cases in British Columbia.
Two cars vandalized with paint thinner on Government Road
March 11, 2020Squamish
Squamish RCMP is looking for any information leading to suspects who vandalised two cars on Government Road.
Former council candidate announces scholarship
March 11, 2020Squamish
Former council candidate and businessman Rajan Hans is announcing a new scholarship of $1,000 for high school seniors at the Howe Sound Secondary School.
Is Mount Garibaldi a lost heritage and tourism opportunity?
March 11, 2020Squamish
The mountain looms over Squamish but rarely receives a second thought. How many communities have such a spectacular geographic feature
Three caught driving 153 km/h on Highway 99
March 11, 2020Squamish
Squamish RCMP issued tickets to three drivers who were going above the speed limit on Highway 99.
BC announces seven new cases of coronavirus
March 10, 2020BC/Canada
Seven people have tested positive for the coronavirus in the province, according to the latest update by the BC government.
Garibaldi Estates accident: District might consider traffic light in area
March 10, 2020Squamish
District of Squamish says it plans to redesign the Tantalus Road and Garibaldi Way intersection after a tragic accident that claimed the life of a toddler on February 28.
Police federation supports Whistler RCMP as watchdog investigates man’s death
March 10, 2020Sea to Sky
The National Police Federation says it is engaged and is supporting all the members involved in the police incident that led to the death of a man in Whistler on March 8.
Downtown parkade will cost $25 million
March 10, 2020Squamish
It would cost $25 million to build a parkade for 400 vehicles in Downtown Squamish, according to a consultant report that was commissioned by the district.
Hilltop House Support Society needs Class 4 volunteer drivers
March 10, 2020Life
The Squamish Hilltop House Support Society is looking for volunteer Class 4 drivers for a brand-new bus the society is getting soon.
Squamish ranks fourth in BC for bear activity
March 9, 2020Squamish
Squamish ranked fourth among the top five communities in BC for bear activity in 2019, according to a wildlife update that will be presented to the council tomorrow.
SD 48 gets funding for three new buses, roof replacement at elementary school
March 9, 2020Squamish
The province is funding three new buses and a roof replacement at the Squamish Elementary School as part of a funding program.
Visitors to Squamish spent $95.2 million in 2018: Study
March 9, 2020Squamish
As many as 615,600 visitors spent an estimated $95.2 million in Squamish in 2018, according to the latest Squamish Tourism Impact Study report.
North Vancouver care centre resident has died from coronavirus
March 9, 2020BC/Canada
A resident of the Lynn Valley care center in North Vancouver has died of coronavirus, according to the latest update by the BC Government.
Police watchdog called after man tasered by Whistler RCMP dies
March 8, 2020Sea to Sky
RCMP have notified the Independent Investigations Office of British Columbia (IIO BC) of an incident which resulted in the death of a man in Whistler.
Expect delays on Highway 99 between Whistler and Pemberton
March 8, 2020Sea to Sky
Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) is advising people of possible traffic delays in the coming weeks.
BC recommends ‘social distancing’ to prevent coronavirus infection
March 7, 2020BC/Canada
BC Government is recommending social distancing and forgoing usual greeting such as handshake or hugs as it deals with new cases of coronavirus in the province.
Six new coronavirus cases in BC; two in North Vancouver
March 7, 2020BC/Canada
Government of BC announced six new cases of coronavirus in BC, with two being reported from a long-term care facility in the Lynn Valley area of North Vancouver.
Bank’s mistakes helped scammer target local woman twice
March 7, 2020Squamish
Squamish RCMP is investigating a case where a local woman who was the target of a scam two years ago was again defrauded of $5,000 recently.
Tourism Whistler launches new live chat service
March 7, 2020Sea to Sky
Tourism Whistler has launched a new mobile live chat service to help visitors seeking information.
District considers offering parking variance for building green
March 6, 2020Squamish
District of Squamish may be granting more parking variances beyond the downtown core if developers commit to net zero energy construction or green building measures such as LEED and passive housing.
Public meeting for proposed building in Brackendale next week
March 6, 2020Squamish
The people behind the proposed 30-unit, four-storey apartment building in Brackendale are holding a public information meeting to present details of their application.






















