As the number of people confirmed to have contracted a new strain of coronavirus continues to rise, Canadians are remaining relatively calm, at least when they consider the situation domestically.

On January 28, 2020, at approximately 1:20 PM, Whistler RCMP attempted to conduct a traffic stop in the market place

Squamish RCMP is warning the public about phone scams and internet frauds being attempted in town.

Fort McMurray in Alberta has plenty to brag about heading into Valentine’s Day, because it snagged the top spot on

The cannabis that was seized was sent for testing and it was confirmed that it contained fentanyl. Even small amounts of fentanyl can be deadly.

SLRD residents affected by the overland flooding from recent rain can apply for financial assistance from the Government of British Columbia.

Organizers of the Multicultural Day held at Totem Hall on Saturday were banking on the new date in February reaching

A rental building being proposed in Brackendale will come before the council with requests for variances on 15 parking spots. 

A recent survey by Rakuten.ca revealed that 57% of Canadians would rather take more vacation time than an equivalent pay increase. In fact, 26% of Canadians plan to take four weeks or more of vacation time in 2020.

Mayor Karen Elliott says the district will consider a bus to Alice and Brohm lakes as part of district’s transit plan.

Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for Howe Sound as well for Metro Vancouver.

Garibaldi at Squamish said it plans to drill test wells this year as it explores a water source on the mountain.

Mamquam Road above Quest University to the residential areas is open, and continues to be accessed through the Garibaldi Highlands.

The Sea to Sky Gondola is ramping up to open in two weeks, and is offering special offers and looking for staff to rebuild its team.

Sophia Cote, a public policy manager for Lyft says Squamish will have to wait longer as the company struggles to find drivers for the region.

District of Squamish Wildlife Educator says locals may see an increase in coyote activity over the next few months.

Health authorities in BC have tested as many as 114 samples for the Coronavirus. Only one result has so far been positive.

It is a new year, a new day, but the same great spirit. Community is invited to be part of the Multicultural Day at Totem Hall on Saturday, February 1, from 1 pm to 4 pm.

For Metro Vancouver, Bowen Island and Gibsons, there will be a break Friday afternoon as the warm front lifts north towards Squamish.

It would take millions of dollars to upgrade every aspect of the Brennan Park Recreation Centre, and the town’s tax base simply isn’t big enough for that, a senior district official says.

The public is advised to stay clear of the fast-flowing rivers and potentially unstable riverbanks during the high-river-level period.

Throughout the weekend the Raven Fest will also be raising also funds for the Lisa Korthals Memorial bursary which helps educate aspiring female backcountry guides. 

The Resort Municipality of Whistler is inviting local non-profits to apply for the 2020 Community Enrichment Program.

Government of BC is creating a new fairness office – focused on customer fairness – that is more independent from ICBC.

According to the latest population figures released by agency, the town’s population is on the decline.