Open house on economic development at district’s new office downtown
January 28, 2020Squamish
District of Squamish is inviting the community to attend an open house on Economic Development to be held in Downtown Squamish.
Town’s most dangerous intersection will become safer this year
January 28, 2020Squamish
The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MOTI) is currently working on short-term improvements to Cleveland Avenue to address safety concerns.
Roundabout proposed for new development
January 28, 2020Squamish
It would also mean upgrades on the primary intersection at Loggers Lane and Centennial Way, including creating a roundabout design.
First case of coronavirus confirmed in BC
January 28, 2020BC/Canada
The person is a male in his forties and a resident in the Vancouver Coastal Health region. He travels regularly to China for work and was in Wuhan city on his most recent trip
Wolf found roaming in Downtown Victoria released into the wild (VIDEO)
January 27, 2020BC/Canada
The wolf that was found roaming in the James Bay area in Victoria has been safely released back into the wild.
Squamish being considered for new cannabis store
January 27, 2020Squamish
BC Liquor Distribution branch is looking to open a cannabis store in town, although it doesn’t have a proposed site for Squamish.
Coronavirus: What to expect when travelling through YYR (VIDEO)
January 27, 2020BC/Canada
While the Federal government has indicated that the overall risk to Canadians regarding Novel Coronavirus outbreak remains low, Vancouver International
Council grants parking variance for downtown rental building
January 27, 2020Squamish
District of Squamish councillors voted to grant six variances while issuing a development permit for a rental building in downtown—including cash-in-lieu for ten parking spaces.
Council endorses a new fire hall for Valleycliffe
January 24, 2020Squamish
Council has endorsed a new fire hall at Valleycliffe, a $16.7 million project that was approved at its special business meeting on January 21.
Those living near major roads at higher risk of dementia, Parkinson’s
January 23, 2020Life
Living near major roads or highways is linked to higher incidence of dementia, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease and multiple sclerosis
Purchase plastic offsets to support 2020 Run Against Plastic
January 22, 2020BC/Canada
Plastic Oceans Canada has announced the Run Against Plastic, a cross-country initiative encouraging the public to help eliminate plastic pollution
Free transit passes for Whistler high school students
January 22, 2020Sea to Sky
Free transit passes were handed out to Whistler high school students as part of a pilot project funded by an increase to monthly parking passes in Day Lots 1, 2 and 3.
Whistler will celebrate 10 years of the Olympics in February and March
January 21, 2020Sea to Sky
Whistler is inviting the community to pull out their red mittens, blue volunteer jackets, white torchbearer suits, and cowbells.
Pemberton seeks input on cycling plan
January 21, 2020Sea to Sky
The Cycling Plan will also enable Pemberton to access capital funding to improve its cycling infrastructure.
Whistler Mayor to host a new podcast series
January 21, 2020Sea to Sky
The podcast, RMOW says, provides a new channel to connect with Whistler residents on topics of municipal and community interest.
RMOW launches annual community survey
January 21, 2020Sea to Sky
The Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) has started its annual phone survey of Whistler residents and second homeowners.
Squamish mom helps donate over 100 blankets to LGH
January 20, 2020Life
Nikki Johnston Beaudoin delivered over 100 blankets that were donated by local moms and the Bo and Bo Kids Consignment Store in Squamish.
RCMP seeks public’s help in identifying fraud suspects
January 20, 2020BC/Canada
RCMP is appealing to the public to help identify two people who are suspected of using stolen debit cards to commit approximately $28,000 in fraudulent transactions across the Lower Mainland.
This lottery has a $2.6 million Squamish home as a prize
January 20, 2020Life
BC Children’s Hospital Foundation has announced that the tickets for the 2020 Choices Lottery are now on sale until Thursday, April 9, 2020.
Parking variance sought for all-rental building in Downtown Squamish
January 20, 2020Squamish
District of Squamish council will debate giving a development permit to a six-storey building that offers 67 purpose-built rentals to the community.
45-year-old woman found murdered in Gastown
January 19, 2020BC/Canada
Vancouver Police are investigating the suspicious death of a 45-year-old Vancouver female after she was found dead inside her residence early this morning.
Police investigating after man found dead in vehicle in Vancouver
January 19, 2020BC/Canada
Anyone with information is asked to contact VPD’s Homicide Unit at 604-717-2500 or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477
Over a million children in Canada living in poverty
January 19, 2020BC/Canada
The report urges the federal government to make specific, targeted investments in order to tackle the deepest pockets of child poverty across the country.
Winter storm warning still in effect for Howe Sound
January 18, 2020Sea to Sky
The winter storm warning issued by Environment Canada is still in effect for Howe Sound and the Sea to Sky communities.
Infected puppy needs a selfless hero
January 17, 2020Life
This adorable puppy has contracted a fungal infection call ringworm, a red itchy rash that is contagious and can infect the skin of animals and people alike.























