Squamish News
District Rejects Rezoning for Brackendale Property
The district has rejected an application to amend the OCP designation and rezoning his 37-acreproperty on the west end of the Depot Road in Brackendale.
Let’s Hike for Hospice on May 4
This year the Squamish Rotary Club is supporting the Hike for Hospice on Sunday, May 4th, from 1 - 3 pm starting at Brennan Park Leisure Centre.
Epic is Misused and Overused
I would like to express my dismay at the direction the community branding initiative has taken. Apparently we are now ‘The Adventure Capital of Canada’ with the corresponding tag line “the world’s most epic adventures can be found right here.” From a marketing perspective I find the use of the word ‘adventure’ generic and vague.
On Skate Bowl, Squamish Council Chose Populism Over Rules
Well, if you go to build a deck on your house, you need a building permit. That permit is issued subject to compliance with multiple laws. You are liable to see that the work is done correctly. All of this is subject to inspection.
Decision Time Comes Near
With an extra year added to council’s term, it is more important than ever that the vision be decided, and more importantly, acted consistently upon.
What Golden Handshakes Cost Us
In the last five years, District of Squamish has doled out $552,520 in severance payouts for exempt and union employees. But that is the extent of what the district is willing to reveal on this issue.
Local Advocates Yellow Dog Project
A dog owner is advocating for the Yellow Dog project after an attack on her dog shattered the dog’s jaw and left the woman with a $1000 vet’s bill.
Are You Thick Skinned ? Join the Brand Leadership Team
The district is looking for residents and business operators to join the Squamish Brand Leadership Team (BLT).
Community Futures Partners with SFU for Local Accelerator
Entrepreneurs in Squamish now have access to a powerful network to launch innovative start up companies.
An ‘Epic’ Adventure for Squamish in Branding
After scanning 1,143 surveys and six months of discussions, brand development committee is circling the word ‘epic’ to define and pitch Squamish to the world.







