Rock blasting will restrict access to Smoke Bluffs Park
July 30, 2019Squamish
BC Hydro will be conducting rock blasting in Smoke Bluffs Park through August 17. The work is to replace two sets of BC Hydro High Voltage Transmission lines situated above the Bluffs.
42 emaciated horses at SPCA need help as care costs mount
July 29, 2019BC/Canada
The BC SPCA is reaching out to animal lovers across the province to help with care costs for 42 neglected horses who were seized from an Interior property in March. Veterinary, boarding and other costs for the horses have now exceeded $70,000.
Undersea sculptures will act as artificial reef to save Howe Sound rockfish
July 29, 2019Sea to Sky
The sculptures were designed to “recruit” rockfish, whose population had decreased drastically before the introduction of catch limits and management actions in 1986, and has not yet rebounded.
New measles case confirmed in Lower Mainland
July 26, 2019BC/Canada
A new case of measles infection has been confirmed in the Lower Mainland. A Burnaby resident who travelled abroad to the Philippines has been confirmed to have the measles infection.
Driving to Vancouver? Be prepared for police blitz against impaired driving
July 26, 2019BC/Canada
Vancouver Police are revving up enforcement against impaired drivers, and remind all motorists to think ahead and plan a safe ride home.
Highway 99 closures during the Ironman triathlon
July 26, 2019Sea to Sky
The Whistler Ironman race will take place on Sunday, July 28, 2019, along the Sea to Sky Highway. To ensure
BC SPCA offers 50% off cat adoption fees
July 25, 2019Life
BC SPCA invites you to visit one of its 36 locations during its half-price adoption promotion for all adult cats. The event, taking place from July 27 to August 2, is presented by Hill’s® Pet Nutrition.
DOS adopts bylaw to enforce no camping restrictions in sensitive areas
July 24, 2019Squamish
District of Squamish Council has adopted a camping bylaw to direct camping within the municipal boundary to designated campsites, and enable recreation-driven camping in a way that mitigates social and environmental impacts.
New group fitness studio to open in Squamish
July 19, 2019Squamish
F-45, a group training fitness studio with 1300 branches all over the world, is opening in the business park in Squamish by the end of July or early August.
DOS will levy a fee for false security alarms calls
July 18, 2019Squamish
The District of Squamish and Squamish RCMP will be enforcing the bylaw that allows a fee to be charged for police call outs to recurring false security alarm calls.
B.C. government takes action on old growth, protects 54 groves with iconic trees
July 17, 2019BC/Canada
The B.C. government is protecting some of the province’s largest trees as the first step in a new approach to old-growth management.
Rare case of rabies claims life of Vancouver Island man
July 15, 2019Squamish
The adult male was in contact with a bat in mid-May 2019 and developed symptoms compatible with rabies six weeks later.
Expect delays on Lions Gate Bridge on July 20 and 21
July 15, 2019Squamish
Drivers can expect delays on the Lions Gate Bridge from 8 pm on Saturday, July 20, until 8 am on Sunday, July 21. Crews will be repairing the expansion joint at the north tower of the bridge in this time.
Man sustains serious injuries in attack in Valleycliffe
July 15, 2019Squamish
Squamish RCMP has arrested one individual after an incident involving violent assault in Valleycliffe.
Green Party candidate launches election campaign from Net Zero Energy home
July 12, 2019BC/Canada
The Green Party candidate for West Vancouver – Sunshine Coast – Sea to Sky, Dana Taylor, kicked off his campaign from West Vancouver’s first Net Zero Energy home.
Squamish RCMP arrest three for theft and possession of weapons
July 12, 2019Squamish
Squamish RCMP arrested three criminals after a rash of thefts and suspicious activities.
Do you want a free blizzard all year round ? Go to DQ Squamish on July 20
July 11, 2019Life
The first 100 customers who buy a ten inch or larger cake will get a free blizzard every week for a year. There will be discounts on burgers and parfaits and other items in the store as well.
A step towards reconciliation: Squamish RCMP get a new canoe
July 11, 2019Squamish
In the spring of 2017, Staff Sgt. Gareth Bradley began the process of acquiring a canoe for the Squamish RCMP detachment.
Meth found on bench near Squamish Elementary School
July 9, 2019Squamish
Police would like to remind the general public of safe handling procedures of unknown substances and to notify Police immediately.
Camera captures wolf on Ray Peters Trail; district urges caution
July 8, 2019Squamish
The advisory from district comes after wildlife cameras recently captured a wolf on the Ray Peters trail network.
Set your own bus timing on Bowen Island with TransLink’s new program
July 8, 2019BC/Canada
TransLink is launching a new on-demand transit service for Bowen Island residents and tourists.
Help RCMP find two inmates who escaped from prison near Victoria
July 8, 2019BC/Canada
West Shore RCMP is seeking public assistance in finding two inmates who escaped from William Head Institution in Metchosin near Victoria.
Whistler to add stretching room to sports centre
July 6, 2019Sea to Sky
The rooftop patio area beside the existing cardio room will be enclosed to add space for an expanded fitness centre cardio room space, increased equipment, and a new dedicated stretching room for the public.
British Columbians willing to fly less to reduce carbon footprint: Survey
July 4, 2019Life
A BC Hydro survey has found that when planning a vacation, one-third of British Columbians are open to taking a road trip over a flight to reduce their carbon footprint.
Woodfibre LNG receives key permit for construction
July 4, 2019Squamish
Woodfibre LNG has received a key permit from BC Oil and Gas Commission to start construction and operation of the project.























