Community Agreements

Community Agreements are the District's formal process for collaborating with non-profit and charitable organizations on community-based projects that directly improve the lives of residents and help shape Squamish's future.

Community Agreements provide the framework and streamline how the District of Squamish formally collaborates with non-profit and charitable organizations to deliver community programs, services, and infrastructure. These collaborations must align with the District’s plans and directly benefit Squamish residents.

All agreements are governed by the Community Agreements Policy, approved by Council on April 15, 2025.

⚠ Important — 2026 Submissions: For 2026, the submission period is open to existing Community Collaborators that currently have an agreement in place with the District. As the Community Agreements Policy continues to roll out in phases, future submission opportunities will be announced on this website, and through the District’s social media channels.

2026 Submission Deadlines

Project Submission Deadline
September 30, 2026

Updated Project Plan Submission Deadline
December 31, 2026

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Download the Project Submission Guide

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View the full Community Agreements Policy

Community Agreements Projects Must:
  1. Support the goals of the District’s Official Community Plan (OCP).
  2. Align with the Strategic Plan’s Council Governing Principles.
  3. Align with the District’s Master Plans, including the Accessibility Plan, Climate Action Plan, and Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA) initiatives.
  4. Increase community capacity.
  5. Encourage and foster community involvement and volunteerism.
  6. Benefit District residents.
  7. Demonstrate cost sharing and cost effectiveness.
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What Are Community Agreements?

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Community Agreements in Action

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Submissions

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Frequently Asked Questions

Contact and Questions

Community Partnerships Coordinator
For questions about the Community Agreements process, eligibility, timelines, or your projects, contact the Community Partnerships Coordinator.

Email: [email protected]
 
Do You Have Comments or Questions?
The Community Agreements Policy is new, and it will continue to improve over time. The District welcomes feedback from organizations and Community Collaborators. Your questions and experiences help identify what is working, where things can be clearer, and how the process can be improved for everyone.

Share your questions or comments below and we will keep the FAQ updated as new questions come in.

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