Squamish News
49 temporary homes to be built for homeless in downtown park
The Government of B.C. is partnering with the District of Squamish and Squamish Helping Hands Society to provide 49 new temporary homes for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness in the community.
Local target of text message scam
Squamish RCMP is urging vigilance after a local citizen was targeted by scamsters. On April 2, a local resident received a spoof text from what appeared to be her phone company.
More than 120 Upper Squamish Valley residents return home
More than 120 residents of the Upper Squamish Valley who were evacuated on Wednesday, April 15, are returning to the area today.
Squamish Valley fire is now 50% contained
The Squamish Valley fire is now 50 per cent contained, according to the update by BC Wildfire Service.
SPCA offers emergency pet boarding for fire evacuees
The BC SPCA is reaching out to offer pet food and supplies and emergency pet boarding for residents impacted by the Squamish Valley wildfire.
‘Loads’ of people still coming to Squamish Valley, police says
Despite several appeals by Squamish RCMP, people are still trying to access the Squamish Valley area.
Squamish Valley fire is 35% contained
Squamish Valley Fire is now 35% contained, according to the latest update from BC Wildfire Service. However, it is still classified as 'Out of Control'.
Squamish Valley fire still ‘Out of Control’
The status of the Squamish Valley fire has not changed and it remains classified as 'Out of Control'.
District of Squamish issues campfire ban
Effective immediately, all campfires in the District of Squamish are prohibited, even if under 50 centimetres in diameter, and even if a current permit exists.
Oceanfront Park will remain closed to vehicles on weekends
Matthews West has decided to keep the gates to the Oceanfront Park closed to vehicles on the weekends.