BC Ferries offers extra sailings for Easter long weekend
April 18, 2019Sea to Sky
BC Ferries is recommending travelers make a vehicle reservation during this popular travel weekend to guarantee the sailing time of their choice.
Real estate sales, prices continue to decline in BC
April 18, 2019BC/Canada
The latest report by the British Columbia Real Estate Association show a 23 per cent decline in sales this March compared to March last year.
Six-storey building proposed for Downtown Squamish
April 16, 2019Squamish
The district has received a Development Permit application for a six-storey mixed use development at Second Avenue in Downtown Squamish.
Squamish doctor wins national award
April 16, 2019Squamish
The Rural Service Award is presented to physicians who have served rural Canada for 10 years or more.
A new case of measles is confirmed in Lower Mainland
April 15, 2019BC/Canada
A new case of measles infection has been identified in the Lower Mainland. Fraser Health and Vancouver Coastal Health have
Police investigate pellet gun shooting on home in Brackendale
April 15, 2019Squamish
Police located several marks in the window pane of a Brackendale home consistent with the damage seen with the use of a Pellet gun.
‘Caution Bears’ sign uncovered on Highway 99
April 15, 2019Sea to Sky
The signage is ‘uncovered’ at the beginning of the season to remind people they are in prime bear habitat and to discourage human-wildlife conflict.
Sea to Sky SPCA seeks help for puppy who broke her leg
April 12, 2019Sea to Sky
Luna is a small breed puppy who came into SPCA care after she broke her back right leg by falling off of a bed.
BC Ferries wins award for converting diesel vessel to LNG
April 11, 2019Squamish
BC Ferries has won the Shippax Retrofit Award for completing the conversion of a large passenger ferry from diesel to liquefied natural gas (LNG).
Sea to Sky Singers present ‘Comedy Tonight’ shows
April 11, 2019Life
The concerts will feature funny songs from a variety of musical genres, as well as a special treat — a stand-up performance by award-winning comedian Ross Dauk, named “Best Comedian in Vancouver” by the Georgia Straight.
Deadly rabbit virus makes a come back on Vancouver Island
April 10, 2019BC/Canada
It is the second year in a row that the virus has been found in mid-Island rabbits, but the source of the virus is unknown.
Hebrew program connects Squamish kids with Jewish culture and traditions
April 10, 2019Squamish
Offered over six sessions, each program is designed to foster a love of Jewish culture and religion, Hebrew language acquisition, celebration of Israel, and an appreciation of Jewish art and music.
Updated: District plans to restrict camping in Squamish
April 9, 2019Squamish
District of Squamish plans to restrict camping in Squamish to designated campsites within the muncipal boundaries, as well as two areas on Crown Land which would be exempt from enforcement.
District urges locals to avoid Third Avenue and Vancouver
April 8, 2019Squamish
District of Squamish is urging locals to avoid the area where crews are still fighting a fire that started in the morning.
Caution urged after cougar seen in Alice Lake trails
April 5, 2019Squamish
District of Squamish is urging locals to use extra caution after reports of cougar sightings in trails around Alice Lake park.
All B.C. schools required to provide free menstrual products by end of 2019
April 4, 2019Squamish
Over the coming months, the ministry will continue to work with school districts, community and education partners to look at the needs of each district, identify gaps and ensure they have the funding needed to meet this new requirement.
$700 fine, vehicle impound for driver zooming through Squamish
April 4, 2019Squamish
In one instance, police officer working on Highway 99 north of Squamish stopped a vehicle traveling at 158 km/h in a posted 80 km/h speed zone.
Park Royal Cineplex is now open
April 3, 2019BC/Canada
Park Royal Cineplex is now open and tickets are now on sale. The Cineplex, which officially opened to the public today, April 3, is Metro Vancouver's second VIP Cinemas.
New measles case confirmed in Lower Mainland
April 2, 2019BC/Canada
Public Health officials from both health authorities are alerting those who used the following services and locations on March 27, 2019 that they may have been exposed.
Avoid non-essential travel to Squamish Valley: SLRD
April 2, 2019Squamish
The Squamish Valley Road remains open at this time, but the SLRD requests request that all non-essential travel in the area be avoided.
A ‘lot of smoke’ anticipated for North Squamish and Brackendale with Squamish Valley wildfire
April 1, 2019Squamish
A fire is burning in the Squamish Valley at 17.5 kilometres, within the Squamish Lillooet Regional District. Christina Moore, DOS communications manager, said the
District plans to restore Squamish airport runway
April 1, 2019Squamish
The cost of rehabilitating the runway at Squamish airport will be $550,000, of which the air access grant will cover 75 per cent of the cost.
WCRA receives $985,000 from federal goverment
March 29, 2019Squamish
It will also enable the WCRA to fulfill its ongoing mission of restoring, preserving an exhibiting BC’s Railway Heritage
Red Cross volunteers will knock on your doors
March 28, 2019Life
Squamish was chosen for the pilot because of the local flood risk, having been last affected by severe floods in 2003.
BC Assessment to take photos of Squamish properties
March 27, 2019Squamish
Beginning in April, BC Assessment will be taking street front property photos of residential properties throughout Squamish.























