Squamish News

District of Squamish has received $418,000 contribution from federal Gas Tax funds for Corridor Trail.

Chris Pettingill is the new president of the Squamish Chamber of Commerce. He was elected president by the chamber board on Tuesday.

District of Squamish has hired Christina Moore, a local resident and long-time communications practitioner, as communications manager.

Citing unfavourable market conditions, a steady stream of developers have approached the district to extend development permits.

Releasing the spur is one of district’s 2012 major projects, and it’s 10 per cent complete. The district is researching to determine whatcan be done with the closed spur line, said district spokesperson Kate O’ Connell.

In a span of a summer, local activists like Lee and Ray, along with Carolyn Morris, and Krystle tenBrink have brought new life to a barren empty lot in downtown Squamish.

Goodman, the president of Tri City Group of Companies, said he is busy analysing whether there would be any profit margin left if he went ahead.

The Squamish Farmers’ market is a significant economic player in the local economy, injecting over $1.8 million annually into the local economy, according to a recent study.

The District of Squamish has won a UBCM (Union of BC Municipalities) Community Excellence Award in the Best Practices category for Civic Engagement for its Local Government Awareness Week Campaign.

Portico's new exhibition has caused quite a buzz amongst local artists, art appreciators and collectors alike.