BC plans to add 107 hectares to existing parks
March 27, 2019BC/Canada
Class A parks are lands dedicated for the preservation of their natural environment and for public use and enjoyment.
Man banned from giving Botox in Vancouver, West Van clinics
March 26, 2019BC/Canada
Ghoreishi can’t identify as a physician to the public or use any title or description to identify himself as medical professional licenced by the college.
Meet Major, the dog with a nose for invasive mussels on boats
March 25, 2019Life
K9 Major will primarily be on the road from late March to October, searching for invasive mussels on boats travelling through and into B.C.
New cidery aims for a #ciderevolution in Squamish
March 22, 2019Life
There is a revolution brewing in Squamish—a cider revolution if you believe the people behind the new cidery in town.
Private US$68 million investment will enable Squamish company’s expansion
March 21, 2019Squamish
The funding will enables expansion of CE’s pilot plant in Squamish and the engineering of the first commercial facilities, the company said.
Tim Hortons launches new rewards program
March 20, 2019Life
With Tims Rewards, Canadians will be eligible for a free hot brewed coffee or hot tea (any size) or baked good (except for Timbits and bagels) after every seventh visit.
Brackendale Elementary gets grant for an accessible playground
March 19, 2019Squamish
The grant is part of a new BC initiative, where the government is building 50 new playgrounds in 34 school districts. The program was first introduced in May last year.
Squamish among BC communities selected for new immigration pilot program
March 18, 2019Squamish
Squamish is one among the 30 small BC communities that have been included in a new immigration pilot program for entrepreneurs.
District plans community engagement on off-leash dog parks
March 15, 2019Squamish
District staff will be bringing the topic of off-leash dog parks to council soon, said Natasha Golbeck, a senior director of community services.
Downward slide continues for BC home sales and prices
March 13, 2019Squamish
The British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA) reported a 27 per cent decline in home sales from the same month last year.
BC Hydro to further research Daylight Saving Time
March 12, 2019BC/Canada
A recent survey commissioned by BC Hydro found that the majority of British Columbians do not know why Daylight Saving Time exists.
Eight marine refuges created in Howe Sound
March 11, 2019Squamish
The federal government has set up eight new marine refuges in Howe Sound to protect nine newly discovered glass sponge reefs.
Public input sought on Squamish River Valley plan
March 8, 2019Squamish
A provincial ministry is looking to engage Valley visitors and recreation users on important issues, ideas and strategies to improve the quality of recreation and the management of its impacts
Abandoning a boat could cost up to $6 million in fines
March 7, 2019BC/Canada
The new law prohibits vessel abandonment, increases the owner’s liability for vessels, and enables the federal government to remove problem vessels.
New highway artisan market approved for Britannia Beach
March 6, 2019Sea to Sky
The application is made under a 3-year temporary use permit, which can be renewed for an additional 3 years. The organisers aim for a July opening.
Police warn of rental scam in Squamish
March 5, 2019Squamish
Squamish RCMP is urging the public to do proper research before any financial transactions when it comes to rental properties on Craigslist or other such websites.
New Squamish music festival announces first line-up
March 5, 2019Squamish
In addition to fantastic music, the Squamish Constellation Festival will feature visual, live performance and interactive art all weekend long.
DOS to spend $5.6 million on new fire hall
March 4, 2019Squamish
The new fire hall will replace the existing Tantalus fire hall, although it won’t be built at that location.
FortisBC will return to single, flat rate for electricity consumers
March 1, 2019BC/Canada
FortisBC says returning to a flat rate provides annual savings of about 30 per cent for customers who had higher bills under the two-tiered system.
SNC-Lavalin scandal: Scheer wants RCMP to investigate Trudeau government
February 28, 2019BC/Canada
I was sickened and appalled by her story of inappropriate, and frankly illegal pressure brought to bear on her by the highest officials of Justin Trudeau’s government.
District, SORCA announce bike camps
February 27, 2019Squamish
Program offerings include spring break and summer camps, after-school rides and school professional development day camps in the spring and fall.
Vancouver Coastal Health to study best time in the day to exercise
February 6, 2019Sea to Sky
The Time of Day Study will determine the safest time of day to exercise based on the presence of arrhythmia—or irregular heartbeats—during exercise.
District issues wind storm update
February 4, 2019Squamish
The current wind storm is resulting in power outages, flying debris and potential tree damage. Strong outflow winds and bitterly cold wind chills are expected to continue through Tuesday.
Squamish SPCA organises contest for ‘superstar’ pet
January 31, 2019Life
The BC SPCA’s Sea to Sky Branch in Squamish is calling on owners of a BC SPCA cat or kitten to tell us why their pet is a superstar.
Reservations open for national parks and historic sites
January 21, 2019BC/Canada
Reservations are now available for visits between April 2019 and March 2020.

























