Squamish News
Sea to Sky Gondola now open to public
The Sea to Sky Gondola will be opening today to the public with new COVID-19 safety protocols and reduced capacity. The gondola earlier reopened on May 22 for pass holders.
District plans to open municipal hall on June 1
District of Squamish is planning to open the municipal hall to the public on June 1 in a controlled and limited way.
Bus route to gondola, parks suspended
BC Transit and the District of Squamish have decided to suspend the bus route to the gondola and local provincial parks.
Survey launched for community food program
Squamish Helping Hands and Squamish Food Bank are joining forces and are seeking the community’s feedback on a food hub that will be operational in the fall.
Join the district’s Economic Leadership Team
The Economic Leadership Team will provide advice and expertise on stimulating the local economy and creating diverse local jobs.
Whistler resident wins $500,000 Lotto Max draw
A Whistler resident has won $500,000 on a Lotto Max ticket he purchases at the Squamish Walmart in March.
Single-lane traffic on Spit Road today
District is urging locals to use caution while going to the Spit as crews undertake culvert replacement work the estuary.
Local launches petition for safe roads in Garibaldi Highlands
A Garibaldi Highland resident has launched a petition urging the District of Squamish to consider safety improvements on access route to schools.
RCMP impounds motorcycle cruising at 180 km/hour on Highway 99
Squamish RCMP issued ticket to the driver of a speeding motorcycle on Highway 99, and also impounded the bike.
Two more provincial parks open next week in Squamish
BC Parks is planning to reopen two more provincial parks in Squamish next week. Shannon Falls and Porteau Cove Provincial parks will reopen on Monday, June 1.