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Please note the following hours for the District of Squamish for Friday, April 15 through Monday, April 18   Friday, April 15 Saturday,April 16 Sunday,April 17 Monday,April 18 Municipal Hall Closed Closed Closed Closed Bylaw ServicesCall 604.815.5067 for assistance Office Closed Office Closed Office Closed Office Closed  Brennan Park Recreation Centre Parent and Child Hockey9:30Continue reading “Squamish Newsletter: Holiday Hours Apr 15/18, 2022”

The District of Squamish has secured wildlife coordination experts Humane Solutions to provide wildlife services for Squamish, including wildlife education and community engagement with a focus on reducing human-wildlife conflicts. The Humane Solutions team will work closely with both the District and the B.C. Conservation Officer Service to identify wildlife hotspots, coordinate public communication andContinue reading “Squamish Newsletter: Humane Solutions new wildlife group Apr 08, 2022”

BC Housing Society has announced the Westwinds seniors housing development in Squamish is now open, providing 232 affordable rental homes for low-income seniors.  Located at 38275 Third Ave., the five-storey building features a mix of one-bedroom and one- bedroom-plus-den units. Eight of the units are wheelchair accessible. Residents will have access to a range of amenities,Continue reading “Squamish Newsletter: 232 new affordable homes for seniors open”

2022 upgrades support the District’s master plans to maintain assets and keep up with community growth   The District of Squamish has committed to investing $50M in 2022 as guided by its master plans, to support the renewal of critical infrastructure and facilities, and the implementation of active transportation, and local climate action plans. DistrictContinue reading “Squamish Newsletter: launches 50 million Capital Plan for 2022”

A Rainfall Warning is in effect Sunday into Monday morning with up to 70mm rainfall and localized strong winds anticipated. Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads. Use extra caution. A High Streamflow Advisory is also in effect, meaning that river levels are rising or expected to rise rapidly, but thatContinue reading “Squamish Newsletter: Rainfall Warning in Effect”

Designed to attract economic investment and new jobs, the site also provides 150+ resources for local business owners and job seekers  The District of Squamish has launched a new online presence to attract and facilitate economic investment and local job growth focused on developing three key areas of the Squamish economy: the green economy, outdoorContinue reading “Squamish Newsletter: New Economic Development website Mar 22, 2022”

The District of Squamish is seeking community feedback to help inform a new park use program that will make it simple for businesses and non-profit organizations to book and use District park space in Squamish. The program will expand on the temporary program launched in June 2020 to allow businesses and non-profit organizations to operateContinue reading “Squamish Newsletter: Seeking input from the community 2022”

An extended period of heavy rain is expected for Howe Sound according to the latest weather alert from Environment Canada.  Rainfall amounts: 50 to 80 mm When: This evening through Monday night. A storm moving across the region will result in a long period of rain beginning tonight. The rain is expected to be heaviestContinue reading “Squamish Newsletter: Rainfall Warning in Effect Mar 13, 2022”

As we head into week 7 of the transit strike, I know you will share in my disappointment at the lack of progress towards a solution. Transit is a vital lifeline in our community for so many of our residents, and I know this period has presented new challenges at a time when we didn’tContinue reading “Squamish Newsletter: A transit message by Mayor Karen Elliott”

Updated Single-Use Items Reduction Bylaw bans plastic bags and regulates additional single-use items District of Squamish Council has adopted amendments to the Single-Use Items Reduction Bylaw that will ban the use of plastic bags in Squamish and regulate additional single-use items including plastic straws, plastic takeout utensils and foam takeout containers. Bylaw enforcement will beginContinue reading “Squamish Newsletter: Reduction Bylaw Mar 08, 2022”

District of Squamish receives internship opportunity to begin circular economy work with local textiles sector   The District of Squamish has recently unveiled a draft Circular Economy Roadmap that aims to support economic prosperity while reducing environmental impacts in Squamish. The framework aligns with Council’s Strategic Plan to act on climate change and the Zero Waste Strategy, and offers a sustainableContinue reading “Squamish Newsletter: Circular Economy Roadmap “

A Rainfall Warning is in effect for Howe Sound, with heavy rain expected Sunday night through Monday as a moisture-laden system passes through.   An accumulation of 50 to 70 mm of rain is expected. Snow, heavy at times this morning, is also expected for the Sea to Sky Highway north of Squamish, and Whistler, before itContinue reading “Squamish Newsletter: Rainfall warning in effect”

The District of Squamish is once again calling on local artists who would like to see their artwork featured on the streets of Squamish. The District has announced the Squamish 2022 Street Banner Project which will see a series of artist-designed banners on streetlight poles located in Downtown Squamish, Garibaldi Estates, Tantalus Road, and BrennanContinue reading “Squamish Newsletter: Public call for submissions to the Street Banner Project”

Resources: Affordable Housing Strategy Housing Needs Assessment District of Squamish Affordable Housing Program Final Report Housing Task Force Final Report (2016) 2013 Affordable Housing Framework District B Sides Podcast Episode 1: Affordable Housing Read More

Squamish Terminals will be testing a new emergency alarm system on Friday, February 25 at 1 p.m. that will be used in the event of an emergency contained within the Squamish Terminals site, such as a workplace accident or fire. Because of the noisy nature of Squamish Terminals’ operations, the alarm system is required to be quiteContinue reading “Squamish Newsletter: Internal emergency alarm system to be tested at Squamish Terminals Feb 25, 2022”

Environment Canada Special weather statement issued for: Howe Sound, B.C.  Current details: A period of unusually cold temperatures and strong outflow winds is expected. Location: Metro Vancouver, Fraser Valley, and Howe Sound. Overnight minimum temperatures: Near minus 5 to minus 10. Time Span: Monday night through Wednesday night. Remarks: A change in the weather is expectedContinue reading “Squamish Newsletter: Unusually cold temperatures and strong outflow winds”

Issued at 2022-02-22 03:18 UTC by Environment Canada: Wind warning issued for: Howe Sound, B.C. (082500) Current details: Strong outflow winds tonight into Tuesday morning. Locations: Southern sections of Howe Sound including Bowen Island. Hazards: Northerly winds 70 km/h gusting to 90. Time Span: Tonight into Tuesday morning. Remarks: Strong outflow winds are expected over HoweContinue reading “Squamish: Wind warning issued for Howe Sound”

The Squamish Landfill is closed until further notice due to public safety concerns as a result of loose items caused by high winds. We will update this post with new information, when available. Read More