Squamish News
District accelerates permits for Jumar development
"We are keeping a very close eye on the site to ensure that access remains safe throughout the school year. We will continue to do everything we can to ensure that disruption to school activities is minimized," he said.
Deer remains found in bag on Government Road
Cpl Sascha Banks of Squamish RCMP said they were initially unable to determine what the remains were, but they were later determined to be those of a deer.
District to remove 17 green timber tourist signs
In 2020, the district will focus on “Arrival” signage at iconic Squamish destinations such as: Smoke Bluffs Park, Brennan Park, Squamish Spit, eagle viewing, fishing, and mountain biking staging areas.
Pumpkin Patch in the Park on October 20 in Downtown Squamish
The Downtown Squamish Business Improvement Association (DSBIA) is getting ready for some exciting happenings come Fall and Winter 2018.
Mamquam treatment plant repairs cost taxpayers $298,000
The major mechanical failure on the rotating steel structure in the circular clarifier tank occurred on January 14 this year, rendering the tank out of commission.
Police called after woman refuses to leave drive-thru in Squamish
A local fast-food business had to seek the help of mounties after a woman became upset and refused to leave the drive-thru window, blocking other customers behind her.
Final list: Five mayoral candidates, 22 council candidates in Squamish election fray
There are five mayoral candidates and 22 candidates for elections who are interested in representing Squamish at the council table.
DOS warns public about intruder posing as district employee
DOS communications manager Christina Moore said the district received a phone call from a concerned resident on Mamquam Road on Thursday afternoon, September 20.
District to engage public on Airbnb rentals in Squamish
This steps comes after a final report by the district’s affordable housing task force pressed on the need for a short term rental policy to address the ‘growing proliferation’ of unpermitted STRs, or short term rentals.
Squamish Fire Rescue accepting applications for volunteer firefighters
The recruitment period is approximately five months from January to May and a three year commitment is required.









