Police looking for couple who used counterfeit currency in Squamish
May 6, 2018Squamish
Police are looking for a male and female, between 20-30 years old, Caucasian, and were driving an older model white Ford Escape.
Police urge diligence after hikers stranded overnight atop Sea to Sky Gondola
May 4, 2018Squamish
Local police officials say there have been similar calls in the past, and they would like to people going up the gondola to know the time when the last one leaves.
New music festival planned for Squamish
May 2, 2018Squamish
A new music festival may be coming to Squamish in 2019. The details are scant for now, but the district is working with a event management company to finalise the details.
Know the facts about Lyme Disease
May 1, 2018Squamish
May is Lyme Disease awareness month and high season for ticks that transmit the disease. Squamish resident Brandy Wilmot shares her personal experience while informing people about the signs and symptoms of Lyme Disease.
Got questions for Squamish RCMP ? Ask them on May 12
May 1, 2018Squamish
Squamish RCMP is inviting local residents to an open house to be held at the local RCMP detachment on Saturday, May 12, between 1 and 4 pm.
Daylight home break-ins in Brackendale prompt police warning
May 1, 2018Squamish
Squamish RCMP is reminding residents to keep doors locked and secure valuable items following an increase in residential break and enters.
BC Transit to introduce real-time bus location technology in Squamish and Whistler
April 30, 2018Sea to Sky
Called NextRide, the service provides passengers with real-time data on the location of their bus and when it would arrive at a particular stop. It will also allow them to see how full a bus is at any given time.
District urges water conservation as restrictions go into effect
April 29, 2018Squamish
During Stage 1, lawn watering with a sprinkler is permitted two days per week from 4 a.m. to 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Lois Wynne retires after 32 years of community service
April 28, 2018Squamish
After 32 years as the executive director of Sea to Sky Community Services Society (SSCSS), Lois Wynne announces her retirement on June 1, 2018.
Squamish real estate: townhomes see sharp increase in prices
April 26, 2018Squamish
Even though real estate prices across the board have shown an increase, townhomes saw a 45 per cent increase in 2017 compared to 2016.
CN train whistling: the possibility of silence
April 23, 2018Squamish
There may just come a day when Squamish citizens will be able to sleep through the night without being awakened by the shrieking trains.
Distressed dog removed from hot car; owner issued multiple tickets
April 22, 2018Squamish
Squamish RCMP would like to remind the public to leave their pets at home during warm weather. Vehicle temperatures rise quickly in warm sunny weather even with windows open and pets can go into distress quickly.
Wolves and coyote sightings prompt alert on popular Brackendale trail
April 21, 2018Squamish
The District of Squamish, Conservation Officer Service and WildSafeBC are issuing a Wildlife Alert due to coyote and wolf activity within the Ray Peters Trail network in Brackendale.
Go Fund page started for Squamish mom battling rare nose cancer
April 21, 2018Life
Friends of a local single mom have set up a Go Fund Me page to help her with expenses as she battles a rare and aggressive cancer.
Rotting foundations, old roofs and rats: Why district buildings need a $100 million re-do
April 18, 2018Squamish
A large portion of District facilities were constructed in the 1970’s or earlier, and many are the end of life, at over capacity or no longer good enough to provide service to the community.
In mortgage stress test, a brief window to get into the real estate market: experts
April 16, 2018BC/Canada
In February, the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver reported that residential property sales in the region registered a nine per cent decrease compared to last year.
A renewed call to ‘explore all options’ for Brackendale Art Gallery
April 16, 2018Squamish
A long-time resident of Squamish has expressed concerns about the future of the gallery and is calling upon the council to consider all options for the gallery.
Squamish Terminals asks district for a tax break
April 12, 2018Squamish
The CEO of Squamish Terminals has written to the district asking for a tax break for the terminals in 2018.
Clean tech company wants OCP amended for project near landfill
April 11, 2018Squamish
A clean tech company is asking for an OCP amendment and rezoning to make way for a commercial carbon capture close to the district landfill.
Local photographer among top winners of worldwide contest
April 8, 2018Life
Squamish photographer Katia Grondin’s photos were placed in the top 10 % of the contest. Both the photos that Grondin entered were in the Birth and Newborn category.
Paraglider, expensive outdoor equipment found off Mamquam Road
April 7, 2018Squamish
Squamish RCMP is looking for the owner of some expensive outdoor equipment the police found in a ravine.
Community support for development overwhelming: Bob Cheema
April 2, 2018Squamish
Cheema says the recent OCP public hearing was a strong indication of community support for the development project.
Police evict illegal camper from Rose Park
April 2, 2018Squamish
If you have any concerns or questions regarding illegal camping in Squamish please contact the Squamish Bylaw or the Squamish RCMP.
Police investigate disabled brakes on a vehicle in Dentville
April 2, 2018Squamish
Squamish RCMP are investigating after a local car company informed police about disabled brakes on a car that had come for inspection.
WildSafe BC reminds to be bear smart as bear sightings increase
April 2, 2018BC/Canada
WildSafeBC is receiving reports of bears accessing garbage in the community and is urging residents to take extra measures to ensure garbage and organics totes are locked and secured at all times.






















