The Church Will Live On In The Pews
April 27, 2015Life
Masterton is one of the people who have bought pews from the Squamish United Church as it prepares to dismantle the old church for a Centrepoint project. The pew will sit in her home and remind her of the choir, her parents and the faith and love the church instilled in her.
Social Media Isn’t All That Social
April 27, 2015Squamish
I am not a big fan of social media myself, because I find that it is a place where people can easily get bullied and where they can easily do very inappropriate things.
Eat Nutritious Food With Your Family
April 27, 2015Squamish
Regardless of whether you are "dieting" to lose weight or eating a specific "diet" for health and performance reasons, in essence everyone is on a diet.
Massage Can Put the Bark Back Into Your Dog
April 27, 2015Life
HUMANs are not the only one to know the bonding power of touch. Courtney Driver knows it can strengthen the bond between animals and humans too. And if Bella could speak, she may have told you how much she loved the hour-long massages she received from Courtney.
Startup Squamish Sputters to a Stop
April 27, 2015Squamish
Startup Squamish founder Dave Crewson says they invested their time and money in showing values to the community, but didn’t have much success in forging partnerships that are crucial to creating entrepreneurial ecosystems.
New in Town: The Palmers
April 27, 2015Squamish
JULIA Palmer looks outside her kitchen window and the scene is positively Elysian. There are birds chirping in the dense canopy of trees and there is usually a family of ducks quacking as they glide on the backyard creek.
No Risk to Air Quality, Soil, or Water Following Terminal Fire, Survey Finds
April 24, 2015Squamish
There are no potential air quality, or risks to soil, vegetation and water following the Terminal fire, according to the survey conducted by the District of Squamish and other agencies. Photo: NEWS1130
Geotech Findings on Squamish Chief Rockslide Expected Soon
April 21, 2015Squamish
Geological engineers are in the process of compiling their findings on the Squamish Chief rocklside and an update is anticipated in the next few days, the District of Squamish reported in its latest update.
Photo: Mandy Jensen
Squamish Terminal Resumes Operations
April 20, 2015Squamish
Despite the serious impact of the fire, Squamish Terminals has resumed operations, said Kim Stegeman-Lowe, the vice-president of operations at the Squamish Terminals.
Squamish Fire 100 Per Cent Contained
April 20, 2015Squamish
The Squamish dock fire which began Thursday evening is now 100 per cent contained. Squamish Fire Rescue continues to work toward extinguishment.
Air Quality Advisory Remains in Effect
April 17, 2015Squamish
The Ministry of Environment is maintaining the Air Quality Advisory that was issued Friday afternoon at 2 p.m. While air quality readings in Squamish are currently indicating low concern, fire suppression efforts today may temporarily affect this and result in deteriorating air quality.
I SAY…Grow Food and Get Connected
April 14, 2015Opinion
By Adriana SmithPublished: April 14, 2015 I READ a blog by Earthie Mama the other day about raising
In the Grey Zone, We Can Miss a Lot
April 14, 2015Opinion
Health Canada isn’t in the business of being cruel; handing someone an untested, unproven or unregulated drug might actually make things worse. It might even kill the patient.
Have You Been Healed ?
April 11, 2015Life
Questions abound around alternative therapies, yet it's a growing trade in town. Driven by hope and faith, people flock to therapists mindless of what science says. If it works, it's science--even though science may yet not know.
Where Help Is an All Wheel-Drive
April 11, 2015Life
Terry Aldridge drives cancer patients to Vancouver and keeps them in good humour with his jokes.
A Squamish Trade that Stems From the Soul
April 11, 2015Life
Shannon Logan found the courage to mix love with business, and the result was a global women’s collective.
Is a Loved One’s Pain Debatable ?
April 11, 2015Opinion
When I was asked to have a debate on medical cannabis dispensaries in Canada my first thought was—what is there to debate? The current medical cannabis system is ‘flawed by any standard': not debatable.
I SAY…Garden On
April 11, 2015Squamish
My husband has always been passionate about growing food and is now building an aquaponics system in our downtown backyard. We plan to add rabbits and chickens next year.
I SAY…Hop on to a Freighter
April 11, 2015Squamish
My husband and I went to S. America on a freighter where my husband fell, cut his head, was ‘piloted’ to a hospital, cared for and returned to our ship where it had travelled on down to Rio de Janeiro. There was no extra charge to us and I was able to accompany him.
When the Grass is Greener
April 10, 2015Features
Bryan Raiser introduced us to people who got marijuana products from his controversial dispensary and benefited hugely.
The Many Avatars of Sukanto Tanoto
April 10, 2015Squamish
Squamish residents don’t seem to be convinced with Tanoto’s heroic image his company offers. Woodfibre LNG has come to acquire the scandalous aura his critics and detractors have found on him.
How the Alice and Edith Lakes Were Named
April 10, 2015Features
The naming of Alice and Edith lakes reveals how the early settlers’ pursuit of leisure was a precursor to what came to be known as the Outdoor Recreation Capital of Canada.
All You Need is a Pawsitive State of Mind
April 10, 2015Life
It’s been 25 years since the incident in Cabos San Lucas, but Egyed is still finding homes for dogs, now with much more dedication and organisational effort. In last July, she realised a lifelong dream of forming a non-profit called Pawsitive Animal Rescue.
A River Runs Through Him
April 10, 2015Life
Three years ago, Pastor Darcy Reimer stood on the Squamish River dike, looked at the flowing river and asked God: “Do you have a role for me here? Should I be in Squamish?”
New in Town: Tyler and Shawna Duncan
April 10, 2015Features
They have been here for barely a week, but both Tyler and Shawna Duncan decided to hike the Chief to check out their new home from above. Brand new to Squamish, this couple is looking forward to live the outdoor lifestyle our town is synonymous with.



















