District’s goal for Squamish Adventure Centre: generate more revenue
August 15, 2018Squamish
Staff recently told council data shows the building does receive traffic, especially in the summer months, but the district still sees opportunities for growth.
Hardwired for drinking ? Squamish beats others in alcohol consumption
August 10, 2018Squamish
The heavy alcohol consumption in Squamish is one among the several interesting trends captured in the Vital Signs 2017 report, an initiative of the Squamish Community Foundation.
Cleanup and demolition work begins at WLNG site
August 8, 2018Squamish
The work began on August 7, 2018, and will continue for approximately six months, and is expected to generate 25 jobs, the company said.
Province won’t install concrete median barrier on Highway 99 where accident claimed lives this January
August 6, 2018Sea to Sky
Started by Squamish teen Gagan Chaggar, a petition demanding those concrete barriers along Highway 99 near the Alice Lake road was signed by close to 5,000 people.
Red-light cameras at high-crash intersections will now operate 24/7
August 5, 2018BC/Canada
From Downtown Vancouver to Kelowna and Kamloops, red-light intersections at high crash intersections will now work round the clock.
Police seize cache of arms in Squamish
August 4, 2018Squamish
Investigators seized 14 unsafely stored firearms, 2 disabled firearms, ammunition and a crossbow.
Local artist donates original artwork to Squamish General Hospital
August 3, 2018Life
Thanks to Squamish artist and painter Lone Tratt, the waiting room area of Squamish General Hospital is now home to an original artwork titled “Deep in the Forest."
Wildlife Alert issued over Grizzly bear sightings in Squamish
August 2, 2018Squamish
The sightings occurred in the area along the confluence of the Mamquam and Squamish Rivers and south along the Squamish River dike and estuary.
Modo, the car sharing co-op, starts service in Squamish
August 1, 2018Squamish
The two hybrid vehicles - a RAV4 and Prius V – can be found at Chieftain Centre (1301 Pemberton Avenue) and Municipal Hall (37955 Second Avenue) and are equipped with ski and bike racks.
Wildfires prompts smoky skies bulletin in Howe Sound region
July 31, 2018Squamish
Environment Canada and the BC Ministry of Environment have issued a Smoky Skies Bulletin for communities in the Howe Sound region due to wildfire smoke.
Body found of woman swept away in Garibaldi Lake Provincial Park
July 30, 2018Squamish
A 23-year-old woman was swept away by strong currents of the Rubble Creek in the Garibaldi Lake Provincial Park.
Majority of Canadians want government-run rural bus service: survey
July 29, 2018BC/Canada
According to the survey, more than half of all Canadians adults have taken a Greyhound bus in their lives, although those living in Western provinces are more likely to be affected by the withdrawal of the services.
Police seeks information on the killing of 15 turkeys on Squamish Valley Road
July 29, 2018Squamish
On Thursday, July 26th, at 9:00 a.m. Squamish RCMP received a complaint regarding 15 turkeys that had been killed on a property up the Squamish Valley Road.
Razi has been found !
July 26, 2018Squamish
Razi has been found, thanks to Squamish and particularly to Valley Calderoni of Canine Valley.
BC Parks to add over 400 new campsites for camping season
July 26, 2018BC/Canada
The new campsites have been added in high demand areas such as the Kootenay Rockies, Thompson Okanagan, Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island.
Visiting US couple appeals to Squamish to find their dog who has a heart condition
July 23, 2018Squamish
James and Emma are asking the Squamish community to help them find Razi, a seven-year-old Anatolian Shephard, who was last seen around the Quest University fields on Monday, July 23.
For Harvey, an affordable campground in Squamish was a ‘no-brainer’ (video)
July 20, 2018Squamish
The Mamquam River Access Society (MRAS) has built the not-for-profit Mamquam River Campground on 7 acres of Crown land beside the Mamquam River in Squamish.
Beware of CRA scammer who calls with Squamish RCMP number on display
July 18, 2018Squamish
Squamish RCMP is warning the public of a new scam artist who is able to call with the Squamish RCMP number on display.
Your daily commute is one of ‘World’s Best Journey’
July 17, 2018Sea to Sky
Driving on the Sea to Sky Highway has been ranked among the world’s top 50 Travel Journeys in 2018, according to a new ranking by Flight Network.
Squamish Fire Rescue offers free wood chipping services
July 16, 2018Squamish
Squamish Fire Rescue has received $10,000 in grant funding to support FireSmart initiatives that will help homeowners identify and address wildfire threats on their property.
District of Squamish to install amenities at local trailheads
July 16, 2018Squamish
The district has been working with local groups such as Tourism Squamish, SORCA, Squamish Trails Society and area residents to improve the trail user experience, said communication manager, Christina Moore.
Earthquakes are moving Vancouver Island away from the Mainland: Research
July 13, 2018BC/Canada
Tiny earthquakes are moving the Vancouver Island away from the Lower Mainland, according to a leading expert on earthquakes in the region.
District imposes water restrictions
July 11, 2018Squamish
The District of Squamish has moved to Stage 2 water restrictions effective Tuesday, July 10.
Man in Scream mask terrifies pre-teen in Valleycliffe trail
July 10, 2018Squamish
See something, say something: That is the message a Valleycliffe mom is giving kids and their parents after her daughter's chilling experience on a local trail.
Super moms of Squamish donate breast milk to babies in need
July 9, 2018Squamish
Squamish moms are spreading their motherly love all across the province—and they are doing so with their own breast milk.























