Squamish News
Bear encounter in Brackendale prompts warning
A concerning bear encounter in Brackendale has led to the district issuing a wildlife alert.
Business park zoning is a massive district blunder
Business park development and zoning has been a massive blunder, writes former Squamish councillor Susan Chapelle.
Brennan park pool could open by fall with reduced capacity
The swimming pool at the Brennan Park Recreation Centre could possibly open in the fall with reduced capacity.
District to ally with FortisBC on climate change goals
The District of Squamish is pursuing a FortisBC Senior Energy Specialist (SES) position to assist the district in reaching its climate action goals.
SORCA to ‘put some love’ into local trails with $50,000 grant
Squamish Off-Road Cycling Association (SORCA) has received a $50,000 provincial grant for Diamond Head Network Revitalization.
District seeks feedback on rezoning for downtown development
The District of Squamish is seeking the public feedback on a rezoning application for four mixed-use buildings with a shared two-storey parking structure in Downtown Squamish.
West Coast Railway Association will miss Dr. Ernie Ledgerwood
It is with great sadness that those of us associated with the West Coast Railway Association find that we have lost one of our most beloved within our community – Dr. Ernie Ledgerwood.
Work to reinstate Mamquam Road starts next week
District crews will soon start working on reinstating and doing slope stabilization work on the Mamquam Road.
Survey seeks feedback on new Foundry design
The Sea to Sky Community Services Society is inviting the community to give feedback on the new Foundry for youth that will be established in Squamish.
Tourism Squamish, Chamber oppose short-term rental bylaw
Squamish Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Squamish have both written to council opposing district's proposed short-term rental policy even as the council gave first reading to the bylaw on June 16.