District launches community survey on short term rentals
October 24, 2018Squamish
The survey, open through October 31, 2018, will inform the development of options for discussion with Council and the community.
Province gives $5,000 to Squamish Dirt Bike Association for trail improvement
October 23, 2018Squamish
The Government of BC is giving $5,000 to Squamish Dirt Bike Association to improve trail riding conditions and promote rider safety on one of the local trails.
Permanent location sought for Downtown Squamish art installation
October 22, 2018Squamish
The District of Squamish is looking for a permanent location for “This Beautiful Day” art installation that is currently installed in Downtown Squamish.
Squamish elects new council
October 20, 2018Squamish
Squamish citizens have elected Karen Elliott to be the new Mayor. With the exception of Doug Race, there will be five new people in the council.
Opinion poll: two in five say developers control their communities
October 18, 2018BC/Canada
Two out of five polled in Metro Vancouver say it’s the developers, not the local government, who seem to be in control of how their communities evolve and develop.
Woman seriously injured in fight outside Dollar Tree in Downtown Squamish
October 15, 2018Squamish
The police are seeking anyone who may have witnessed an assault in downtown Squamish that left a woman with serious injuries.
Mayoral candidate Karen Elliott accused of conflict of interest
October 15, 2018Squamish
The president of a local non-profit has accused Mayoral candidate Karen Elliott of a moral conflict of interest over KristallTurm rope course in Squamish.
All-candidate air hockey tournament today
October 15, 2018Squamish
On Friday October 19, candidates contesting seats for the 2018 Squamish elections, will battle it out in a friendly tournament at The Common, a co working space, on Cleveland Avenue in Downtown Squamish.
Police investigate break-in attempt at Britannia Mine Museum
October 14, 2018Sea to Sky
Entry was attempted to be made on the main mine building to an area which could have been dangerous if anyone had entered.
Elections 2018: Business friendly policy, taxes, housing top concerns for BC businesses
October 12, 2018BC/Canada
Economic and business-friendly policies, taxes as well as affordable housing emerged as the top issues for BC business owners who were polled about the municipal elections.
Looking to retain or find new staff in town ? Use this new Squamish guide
October 11, 2018Squamish
The Economic Development Office surveyed local businesses and found that finding employees was one of the biggest challenge facing local companies.
Advanced voting begins today in Squamish
October 10, 2018Squamish
Advance Voting begins this week at The 55 Activity Centre and Brennan Park Recreation Centre.
Sewer work for Waterfront Landing will impact traffic for two months
October 9, 2018Squamish
Bosa Properties is developing the Waterfront Landing Development, a master planned community of 900 townhomes and apartments, east of the Mamquam Blind Channel.
District of Squamish ‘adopts’ snake
October 5, 2018Squamish
The snake was found by a resident walking in the area of the Cattermole Slough in October 2017.
DOS employees union endorses Cooke for mayor, six others for council
October 5, 2018Squamish
CUPE 2269, union of the District of Squamish employees, has endorsed Jeff Cooke for Mayor and six other candidates for council.
Fabry endorses Chapelle for Mayor of Squamish
October 4, 2018Squamish
Fabry said while all Mayoral candidates have brought dedication, experience, and their competency to the table, he is endorsing Chapelle for the position of Mayor for Squamish
District to develop an agricultural plan for Squamish Valley
October 3, 2018Squamish
District of Squamish and SLRD has received a $30,000 funding from the federal and provincial government to create an agricultural plan in Squamish Valley.
District accelerates permits for Jumar development
October 1, 2018Squamish
"We are keeping a very close eye on the site to ensure that access remains safe throughout the school year. We will continue to do everything we can to ensure that disruption to school activities is minimized," he said.
Deer remains found in bag on Government Road
September 30, 2018Squamish
Cpl Sascha Banks of Squamish RCMP said they were initially unable to determine what the remains were, but they were later determined to be those of a deer.
District to remove 17 green timber tourist signs
September 26, 2018Squamish
In 2020, the district will focus on “Arrival” signage at iconic Squamish destinations such as: Smoke Bluffs Park, Brennan Park, Squamish Spit, eagle viewing, fishing, and mountain biking staging areas.
BC offers another $10 million for EV incentives
September 25, 2018BC/Canada
In 2017, BC gave $27 million to the CEVforBC program, but those funds are running out sooner than expected and would have been depleted by the end of September 2018.
Pumpkin Patch in the Park on October 20 in Downtown Squamish
September 25, 2018Squamish
The Downtown Squamish Business Improvement Association (DSBIA) is getting ready for some exciting happenings come Fall and Winter 2018.
Mamquam treatment plant repairs cost taxpayers $298,000
September 24, 2018Squamish
The major mechanical failure on the rotating steel structure in the circular clarifier tank occurred on January 14 this year, rendering the tank out of commission.
Province opens reservations for two popular adventures in BC Parks
September 24, 2018BC/Canada
BC Parks has opened reservation for two popular adventures in B.C. parks – the world-renowned Berg Lake Trail and Bowron Lake Canoe Circuit.
Police called after woman refuses to leave drive-thru in Squamish
September 23, 2018Squamish
A local fast-food business had to seek the help of mounties after a woman became upset and refused to leave the drive-thru window, blocking other customers behind her.



















