Searching for that elusive thing: A permanent, full-time, well-paying job
When Krista Lawson decided to move to Squamish last year, she knew it’d be difficult to get a permanent, full-time, job in a small town. But she never imagined it would be this difficult.
Gone to the Dogs in Squamish
Lax enforcement, budget cuts and undefined on and off-leash areas have left citizens feeling vulnerable.
What’s the Cluck About ?
Thomas Schneider is a devoted food grower who also owns four chickens. He believes it was ridiculous for the district to have a bylaw that restricted chicken.
Putting Aside Rainwater for a Dry Day
It costs about $60 to buy a plastic barrel and hardware necessary to build a rain barrel—a little bit more for a classy oak cask.
Advice and Words of Caution from Old Hands
Former councillor Jeff McKenzie thought it was going to be just another day at his business—until some people started to show up with a message no businessman wants to hear.
Choreographing the Dance of Democracy
For voters, an election day can begin and end within an hour. But for district employees Robin Arthurs and Charlene Pawluk, the election day can extend up to 14 hours, sometimes even to 20.
Lions Club: Our First Service Club in Squamish
Although several fraternal organizations were well established in the community, the Lions Club was the first ‘service club’. Its motto: “We Serve!”
Hop Farms Looks to the Future, with a Nod to the Past
Growing hops for export to Europe was the first real industry established by the Squamish Valley settlers in the early 1890s. Now, more than a hundred years later, a young couple is tipping their hat to those pioneer entrepreneurs by naming their company after the largest operations of that time.
Chinese Immigrants Built Out First Dykes, Now Estuary Trails
Our Pemberton Avenue was first a Magee ranch dyke built along a line separating his Lot 486 from Squamish Island Indian Reserve to the north.
The Best Squamish Fall Adventures
As the air gets crisper and the sun starts to set earlier. The short days mean less daylight hours to play outside, however, there are still many incredible adventures to experience in Squamish. We compiled this list of the best fall adventures for you and your family to enjoy rain or shine.











