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Municipal Hall
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Bylaw Services
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 Brennan Park Recreation Centre
Parent and Child Hockey
9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
10:45 to 11:45 a.m.
(online registration recommended)

Public Skate
12 to 3 p.m.
9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Parent and Child Hockey
9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
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(online registration recommended)

Public Skate
12 to 3 p.m.

Public Works
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Squamish Fire Rescue
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Squamish Public Library
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The 55 Activity Centre
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“Because of our location, Squamish’s relationship with wildlife is a delicate one that requires our ongoing attention and stewardship,” says District of Squamish Mayor Karen Elliott. “We want wildlife to stay wild, so it is imperative that we all do our part. Humane Solutions will take up the critical role to educate residents in order to mitigate and limit wildlife interactions. Our goals are twofold – to safely co-exist with  wildlife whether out on the trails or within our neighbourhoods, and to protect the species that live here.” 

Squamish ranks among the top 10 communities in B.C. for black bear reports to the Conservation Officer Service. Unsecured wildlife attractants continue to be the leading cause of bear conflict in the community. These predominantly include garbage, organics and fruit trees. Although the District’s wildlife attractant management bylaw is an important element, education continues to be a key component of the District’s efforts to reduce human-wildlife conflicts.  

“Education, innovation and collaboration are critical to mitigating human-wildlife conflict and our team is committed to maintaining industry best practices while also focusing on sustainability and welfare,” says Humane Solutions Chief Operating Officer Emma Harris. “We look forward to engaging with residents and stakeholders across the community of Squamish.” 

Humane Solutions will complement their coordination and education efforts through their services to Squamish which include: 

Preparation and maintenance of a bear hazard assessment of the community and a human-bear conflict management plan;
Implementation of a continuing education program directed at all sectors of the community, consistent with the Bear Smart program and wildlife attractant bylaw.
Assistance with the development and maintenance of a bear-proof waste management system.
Coordination of communication strategies for wildlife conflict prevention and known conflict hotspots. 

Short-term efforts will focus on bear awareness and education while maintaining the District’s Bear Smart status, while long-term efforts will focus on developing human-wildlife conflict and co-existence strategies. The team is expected to begin educational outreach with elementary schools on living with wildlife before the end of this school year.  

Reduction in tote damage from wildlife 

In an effort to resolve Squamish’s ongoing issue with unsecured wildlife attractants, curbside collection schedules for garbage and organics were adjusted in spring 2021 to mitigate bear access. This effort contributed to a significant decrease in tote repairs due to damage caused by wildlife.  

“It continues to be our collective responsibility to encourage bears to pass through our neighbourhoods, which they will do if they cannot obtain food rewards in our yards and on our streets,” continues Elliott.  “I am optimistic that we can significantly move the dial on resident education this summer to achieve this important goal.”  

As bear sightings have already begun for 2022, there are four simple rules to follow: 

Keep totes locked and stored away. Bears are biologically driven to seek food, and many totes have been damaged as a result. Store totes inside a shed or garage if possible. If your tote or lock has been broken or damaged by wildlife, contact GFL for a free repair at 604.892.5604 or squamishtotes@gflenv.com;
Ensure a bear feels unwelcome if you encounter a bear on your property. From a safe area shout, yell, clap your hands or use an air horn to encourage the bear to move on. Having a neighbourhood bear is not a good thing.
Reduce odours by freezing odorous food scraps and rinsing all recycling before putting them in the tote.
Keep bird feeders containing bird feed, suet or nectar suspended on a cable or other device in such a manner that it is inaccessible to wildlife, other than birds; and the area below any bird feeding devices or activity is kept free of accumulations of seeds and similar wildlife attractants.
Remove attractants on your property, including fruit from trees. Please harvest fruit and allow it to ripen indoors, prune trees to a manageable size and consider a temporary, portable electric fence to protect your harvest.

Report a concern: 

For Wildlife Attractant Bylaw concerns, please contact Bylaw Department at 604.815.5067 or bylaw@squamish.ca. 

For wildlife sightings or encounters, please contact the 24/7 Conservation Officer Service hotline at 1.877.952.7277, or if the situation is not urgent, reports can also be made using the online form at: Report All Poachers and Polluters (RAPP) – Environmental Protection & Sustainability Forms (gov.bc.ca) (choose ‘wildlife’). 

The District extends its appreciation to everyone who is championing bear smart practices within their neighbourhoods. Every effort makes a difference. 

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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, including a fitness area, multi-purpose common areas and storage space for personal items, bicycles and scooters.

The project is the result of a partnership between the Province, through BC Housing, the Government of Canada, through Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), the District of Squamish, Squamish Senior Living Society and Polygon Homes.

Squamish Senior Living Society will operate the new homes. Monthly rents will range between $767 and $990, depending on tenant income. 

Residents will begin moving in on April 8, 2022. 

Quotes: 

Ahmed Hussen, Federal Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion –

“Seniors are a vital part of the Squamish community and this housing complex is going to help hundreds of low-income seniors gain access to high quality affordable housing. That’s why our government has invested nearly $40.6 million, and the vision of Squamish Senior Living Society has been realized in this new 232-unit building. This is the National Housing Strategy at work.”

Patrick Weiler, MP for West Vancouver-Sunshine Coast-Sea to Sky Country –

“With the Westwind Housing Project opening its doors this week, a total of 232 affordable homes will be created for seniors living on low incomes in Squamish. Westwind will ensure a growing demographic of Squamish residents have access to safe and affordable accommodation in their fast-growing community. Important programming and services will be available within the building to support a high quality of life for all residents. This project shows what can be accomplished when all orders of government, non-profits, and the private sector are committed to work together to deliver affordable housing in our region.”

David Eby, B.C.’s Attorney General and Minister Responsible for Housing –

“With the opening of this building, hundreds of low-income seniors in Squamish will have the security and peace of mind that comes with having an affordable place to call home. We are working with all levels of government, and the non-profit and private sectors, to deliver quality homes for seniors throughout the province so they can live independently in their communities.”

Mable Elmore, B.C.’s Parliamentary Secretary for Seniors’ Services and Long-Term Care –

“This development will make a significant difference for hundreds of seniors in Squamish, who deserve to have a safe and affordable place to live, close to friends and loved ones. We will continue to work with our partners to address the need for seniors’ housing throughout the province.”

Laura Modray, Executive Director, Squamish Senior Living Society –

“Squamish Senior Living Society is pleased to announce the opening of Westwinds. This project has been a unique collaboration between three levels of government, the private sector and the society. We are very grateful to our development partner, Polygon Homes, which has managed to deliver a beautiful and well-constructed building that has surpassed all our expectations. The society looks forward to meeting the housing needs of Seniors in Squamish and the surrounding area for many years to come.”

Karen Elliott, Mayor, District of Squamish –

“The District of Squamish is incredibly pleased to support this project and to now witness the success as our community’s seniors get ready to move in. Housing affordability is one of our most urgent issues and it takes all levels of government, our dedicated non-profits and private developers, to make a difference. Ensuring that safe and affordable housing is available to support residents at all stages of their lives is critical for a healthy community, and this project helps substantially toward this goal. As Squamish works to address housing affordability across the housing continuum, we thank all partners for their collaborative efforts to bring this to reality.”

Neil Chrystal, President and CEO, Polygon Homes –

“Polygon is proud of our involvement in the design and construction of Westwinds. It has been a privilege for our team to work with the Squamish Senior Living Society and all levels of government to build homes that will enrich the lives of the residents. Westwinds is a great example of how public and private partnerships work to fill the needs of the community. We look forward to more opportunities like this in the future.”

Quick Facts:

The Province provided approximately $9.5 million for this project.
The federal government provided approximately $40.6 million, including $1.6 million in National Housing Co-Investment funding and approximately $39 million in financing.
Squamish Senior Citizens Home Society provided $7.3 million, including $6.3 million in proceeds from the sale of neighbouring land to Polygon Homes.
The District of Squamish provided approximately $6 million through development and community amenity contribution waivers.

Learn More:

As Canada’s authority on housing, CMHC contributes to the stability of the housing market and financial system, provides support for Canadians in housing need, and offers unbiased housing research and advice to all levels of Canadian government, consumers and the housing industry. CMHC’s aim is that by 2030, everyone in Canada has a home they can afford and that meets their needs. For more information, visit: https://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en

To find out more about the National Housing Strategy, visit: www.placetocallhome.ca.

To learn about the steps the Province is taking to tackle the housing crisis and deliver affordable homes for British Columbians, visit: https://workingforyou.gov.bc.ca/

A map showing the location of all announced provincially funded housing projects in B.C. is available online: https://www.bchousing.org/homes-for-BC

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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. District capital projects are funded each year by internal and external sources such as general taxation, utility fees, development cost charges, provisions, reserves, grants and debenture borrowing. In 2022, only $1.5M of capital projects will be funded from general taxation (property taxes). The District’s annual total capital budget over the last three years has averaged $41M per year to keep up with asset management and community growth.  

“The District’s investment into the development of master plans over the last decade has positioned us well to prioritize capital spending to meet the needs of our community today and tomorrow,” says District of Squamish Mayor Karen Elliott. “Our 10-year capital plan combined with the master plans also enables us to keep our DCC bylaw up-to-date and achieve significant success in receiving provincial and federal grants, because we have clear priorities and shovel-ready plans.” 

Flood Protection 

Flood protection upgrades, storm system repairs and replacements are some of the critical infrastructure in focus this year. The flood protection upgrades include a $13.7M investment in the 20km+ dike system which includes the Xwu’nekw Park Sea Dike, Jimmy Jimmy (Judd) Slough Culvert Replacement and dike planning and design in the Siyich’em Reserve/Eagle Viewing Area. Planning and pre-emptive investments into flood protection not only enhance community safety, climate change resiliency and economic stability but also mitigate economic loss as a result of reduced flood damages over time. 

Water and Wastewater Infrastructure 

Water and wastewater infrastructure will also receive significant investments with $5.5M allocated to water infrastructure including water system repair and replacement and a new water reservoir, and $13M in upgrades to wastewater lift stations and a significant upgrade to the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP). The  $10M WWTP project is being funded entirely by Development Cost Charges and Reserves (more information will be available on this project in the coming weeks). 

Active Transportation 

The District’s Active Transportation improvements will see a $2.4M investment over the next two years in order to continue the efforts of building an intricate network of safe and practical cycling and walking routes throughout Squamish to help increase use, reduce traffic volume and greenhouse gas production, and improve community health. The planned network will contribute significantly to the Community Climate Action Plan’s Big Move 2, to help residents shift beyond the car, and encourage walking and cycling within and between Squamish neighbourhoods and commercial areas in the coming years.  

Facilities 

The plan to upgrade facilities is also being actioned in 2022 with the Tantalus Road Fire Hall next to be replaced with $6M being invested this year. Construction will begin once the Valleycliffe Fire Hall construction is complete, expected by summer. The fire halls are the first two of three critical facilities required to be replaced with the third one being the Public Works Facility.   

Work has already begun on some of the season’s capital projects and construction is expected to continue through the year. Additional information will be provided as needed when impacts to residents are present. Residents can review the capital projects lists via the interactive budget tool at Letstalksquamish.ca/budget-2022.  

The community is invited to the Mayor’s Drop-In with members of Council and District of Squamish staff on Wednesday, April 13 from 12 to 1 p.m. at Municipal Hall to learn more about the master planning process, how capital plans are prioritized and funded, as well as major capital projects planned for 2022 including facilities upgrades and the Wastewater Treatment Plant project. RSVP is encouraged to communications@squamish.ca.

Learn more about District master plans via this backgrounder: Managing Infrastructure: How Squamish is Keeping Up.

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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 that no major flooding is expected. Minor flooding in low-lying areas is possible.

Follow Environment Canada for ongoing updates.

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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, outdoor recreation technology and design, and sustainable tourism and hospitality. The site aims to target local job growth through outside investment and support for local business expansion by providing improved access to resources, information and data. The website features an enhanced user-friendly experience and reflects Squamish’s unique appeal as the ultimate lifestyle destination.

“This is more than a website about any one sector such as clean tech or performance apparel design – it tells the story of Squamish through a business lens, highlighting the importance of our infrastructure, and our local workforce that make a variety of industries work here in Squamish,” says District of Squamish Mayor Karen Elliott. “This website clearly articulates who we are, what we do and the types of businesses that currently exist and those we are looking to attract in the form of investment to support our sector development, our thriving economy, affordable housing, and childcare – the services and amenities that our community needs. And most importantly, it’s about providing our local business community access to tools and resources to grow, develop and thrive.”

The website consists of four key sections:

Why Squamish: Highlighting lifestyle, regional and international access, the local economy, our knowledgeable workforce, and current economic climate;
Key Sectors: A look at Squamish’s thriving green economy, outdoor recreation, and sustainable tourism and hospitality industries;
How Can We Help?: A range of tools intended to support entrepreneurs and investors through all phases of businesses, as well as resources for job seekers;
Investment Opportunities: An overview of Squamish’s key sectors, local supply chain opportunities, need for enhanced services and amenities for residents and visitors, and opportunities for businesses seeking to invest in the Squamish market.

Key features and benefits:

A new Business Resources and Library which features extensive resources, tools, data and information to support local business development.
Resources for individuals looking for work in Squamish;
Case studies about local businesses designed to attract companies in key sectors;
Resources for investors, local businesses, start-up entrepreneurs and organizations within local our economy;
A dedicated Ambassador Toolkit to provide easy access to content for local business ambassadors;
Three new video features produced locally for this project: Why Squamish, Green Economy, and Outdoor Recreation.

The website and supporting content were funded in part through the CanExport Community Investments Program with additional support from the Province of B.C.

About Economic Development

The District of Squamish Economic Development department supports sustainable economic development which considers the economic, social, and environmental well-being of local residents.

With the goal of encouraging strategic investments and economic growth in priority sectors, the Economic Development department works to generate new employment and economic resiliency, as well as provide business intelligence by conducting research and providing economic development expertise to internal staff and external stakeholders.

This work informs policy development, investment and business decisions and is complemented by a range of programming and partnerships to supporting local sectors of our economy.

For more information, visit http://investsquamish.ca.

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“Outdoor parks and spaces add vibrancy and opportunities for connection to our community and the demand for municipal park use in Squamish continues to grow,” says District of Squamish Mayor Karen Elliott. “We look forward to building on the success of our temporary park use program by creating a permanent system in order to allow businesses and non-profit organizations to book and use municipal park space with ease. We look forward to hearing from our businesses and non-profit organizations, as well as community members, about their visions for park use in Squamish and how we can spend more time outside together.” 

The District is seeking input from: 

Park users;
Residents who live near a park;
Businesses or non-profit organizations who used park space through the Temporary Park Use Program;
Business or non-profit organizations who want to use park space; or
Businesses located near a park. 

The park use program will allow local businesses and non-profit organizations to offer a range of outdoor programming, events and experiences in District parks including fitness programming, education services, arts and culture experiences, mental health services, family programming and retail pop-ups. 

Special events such as concerts, festivals, markets and filming will continue to be processed through a separate application process.  

Feedback from the surveys will help to inform recommendations to Council about what should be considered in creating the new park use program. 

Survey results will be presented to Council in the Spring of 2022. 

The temporary park use program will expire on June 1, 2022. 

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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 heaviest near the mountains.

Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads. Localized flooding in low-lying areas is possible.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to BCstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweet reports using #BCStorm.

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To the parties – Unifor Canada and PWTransit – please stay at the bargaining table until you get a deal to end this strike for everyone involved. A negotiated agreement is good for the contractor, the union and our citizens. The longer this strike goes on, the harder it will be for us to grow ridership and continue to grow our transit system to where we want it to be. Everybody loses in the current situation.

In the meantime, I am appreciative of all those who are supporting one another to get around – especially supporting those who are most vulnerable and who have no other means to travel other than on transit.

~ Mayor Karen Elliot.

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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 begin on August 15, 2022 following a six-month period to allow time for the District to provide education to businesses and the community, and also to allow for businesses to exhaust any existing supplies of plastic check out bags and source alternatives to the newly banned items.

“Reducing the use of plastics in our recycling and waste streams will bring major environmental benefits to our community in the form of reduced waste, less ocean plastic and less contamination in our recycling streams,” says District of Squamish Mayor Karen Elliott. “Many businesses have already encouraged the use of reusable items and updating this bylaw will move us closer to reaching our goal of zero waste by 2040 and anticipated changes coming in 2023 from the Provincial and Federal governments on single-use items. This bylaw is aimed at inspiring behavioural shifts amongst all citizens many of us will find it challenging for a while, but the new habits we form will have lasting environmental benefits.” 

Under the updated bylaw, the following items are not permitted to be distributed or sold at checkout:

Plastic checkout bags
Plastic utensils
Plastic straws
Polystyrene foam takeout containers
Plastic stir sticks

Exemptions to the bylaw include the provision of plastic or paper bags to package items such as loose bulk and hardware items, frozen foods such as meat, and prescription drugs. For a full list of exemptions visit squamish.ca/reduce-single-use.

How we got here:

In 2019, District of Squamish Council adopted a new Single-Use Item Bylaw in an effort to reduce single-use checkout bags and plastic straws. The Bylaw required all Squamish businesses to ask customers whether a bag is needed at the time of purchase, and to sell any plastic, paper or reusable checkout bags to the customer according to an escalating fee schedule based on the estimated emissions impact of each bag type.

In July 2021, the BC Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy released a Ministerial Order to outline how a Municipality may regulate four types of single-use items: checkout bags, plastic straws, plastic takeout utensils and foam takeout containers. These latest amendments to the Single-Use Item Bylaw were drafted in alignment with this Ministerial Order. Federal restrictions to prohibit or restrict some single-use plastic items are anticipated to be introduced. Provincial legislation is also expected in 2023. The federal regulations are expected to add more items to the list and make it easier for businesses by preventing the sale of banned items.

Accessible Straws

Plastic single-use straws will always be made available to those who require them for health, medical or disability reasons. A plastic, bendable straw must be provided by the business in this case upon request by any customer.

What residents can do:

Bring reusable bags to the grocery store, shopping mall, market and all other shopping destinations;
Carry a portable convenience kit including a beverage cup, straw and cutlery;
Keep a stash of reusable bags in the car, or in your bike bag;
Reuse paper bags within the home, such as for keeping food fresh, lining organics bins or wrapping and freeze food waste until collection day.
Download the Squamish Curbside App (for iOS and Android) for weekly recycling and Zero Waste Tips.

Fast Facts:

42 tonnes of polystyrene foam takeout containers were collected at Squamish recycling depots in 2020 – that’s the equivalent of 103 black bears, or two full garbage trucks.
Single-use items now regulated under the updated bylaw represented 5.1% of the waste deposited in the Squamish Landfill in 2020.

Businesses will be provided with a toolkit, best practices and information on how to integrate the bylaw regulations into their current operations. For more information and to view our Frequently Asked Questions visit squamish.ca/reduce-single-use. 

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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 sustainable alternative to the current linear economic model which results in a ‘throw-away’ ending for many products and materials. 

A circular economy aims to keep products, components, and materials at their highest utility or value by eliminating waste and promoting the continual use of resources.  

“Fostering a circular economy in Squamish is a crucial step in our efforts towards achieving a zero-emission and zero waste community, and I’m excited to see this work build momentum,” says District of Squamish Mayor Karen Elliott. “The circular economy model helps us design out waste through reducing, reusing, repairing, and recycling materials, while also creating a stronger, more resilient and climate-friendly local economy.”  

In 2022, the District aims to set the foundations to sustain an ongoing circular economy in Squamish which will include education and engagement with local industries. Through the recently released Roadmap, the District identified three areas of focus to initiate discovery research; the built environment, food systems and textiles. The District has received funding for an intern valued at $12.5k from the Mitacs Business Strategy Internship program to aid in the initial discovery work and will focus on the establishment of a circular economy in the textiles sector over the next six months.  

The Roadmap, in its draft form, was introduced by the District of Squamish at a November workshop during which more than 50 business, government, education and training providers, and non-profit sector leaders participated. Participants heard firsthand from circular economy experts on global and regional trends and strategies. Participants were then invited to discuss opportunities in the community for circularity within Squamish sectors. A recording of the session is available on the District website along with a workshop summary report.  

View the draft roadmap and learn more about the Circular Economy initiative at squamish.ca/squamish-circular-economy.   

Local businesses can learn more and get involved by contacting economicdevelopment@squamish.ca.

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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 it tapers off to showers this afternoon. More wet snow can be expected Sunday night and Monday morning. Prepare for quickly changing and deteriorating travel conditions. 

Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads. Please take care.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to BCstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweet reports using #BCStorm.

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“Our street banners add vibrancy and energy to our local streetscapes while their imagery often offers a reflection of our community and its spirit,” says District of Squamish Mayor Karen Elliott. “Squamish is fortunate to have such a vastly talented artistic community and we are grateful to have the opportunity to use this type of medium to showcase their artwork to locals and visitors alike.”  

This is the first public call for submissions by the Squamish Arts Council for the Squamish Street Banner Project which was previously headed by the District of Squamish Public Art Select Committee which completed its mandate in 2020. The winner from the previous call in 2016, Sarah Syms, saw her bright and bold interpretations of Howe Sound, Stawamus Chief and the Squamish River line the streets of Squamish and bolster the town’s streetscape for over four years.  

 “Street banners create a sense of community pride and give us the opportunity to highlight the extensive local art scene that thrives here,” says Katherine Kunze of the Squamish Arts Council. “Squamish is a place unlike any other and we are looking for banner submissions that highlight the unique community that we’re all so lucky to belong to.” 

Submissions for the Squamish 2022 Street Banner project will be reviewed by members of the Squamish Arts Council and will be judged based on originality, character and artistic merit. The successful artist not only receives a $2000 prize, but will also have the opportunity to work directly with the printing company to implement their design. This will allow for quality control on all parts of the reproduction and printing process. 

For more information and to view the call for submissions click here.  

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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
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Please be assured there is no cause for public safety concern and there is no action required by residents. This is just a test. The testing will be conducted at the Squamish Terminals site located at 37500 Third Avenue.

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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 expected as a cold arctic air mass arrives on the B.C. coast Monday. Minimum temperatures near minus 5 to minus 10 will combine with outflow winds to produce cold windchill values near minus 10 to 15 during the overnight period. Temperatures will moderate during the day, but will remain well below seasonal normals.

The outflow winds will be strongest near Howe Sound and the Fraser Valley. There is also a chance of seeing a few light flurries over the Fraser Valley Monday night into early Tuesday morning.

Temperatures will gradually warm late this week.

Be prepared for cold temperatures and strong winds. Dress warmly in layers if outside. Ensure that shelter is provided for pets and outdoor animals.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to BCstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweet reports using #BCStorm.

More details on the alert are available here.

The latest status and details on all alerts, including alerts that are not part of your subscription, can be found here: http://www.weather.gc.ca/warnings/index_e.html

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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 Howe Sound as an Arctic ridge of high pressure settles over interior B.C.

Southern sections of Howe Sound will see the strongest outflow winds reaching 70 km/h with gusts to 90 km/h. Strong winds will ease late Tuesday morning as the pressure gradient weakens.

Loose objects may be tossed by the wind and cause injury or damage. High winds may toss loose objects or cause tree branches to break.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to BCstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweet reports using #BCStorm.

More details on the alert are available here.

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