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District of Squamish set to launch enhanced SquamishAlert notification system
Mobile alerting-app, enriched alerts, rate of delivery, optional day-to-day communications among new system benefits The District of Squamish has selected a new service provider that will improve the delivery, access and speed at… Read More
CN Rail to temporarily increase train traffic through Squamish
Squamish, BC – Residents of Squamish should prepare for an increase in train traffic due to recent rail infrastructure damage in the Fraser Canyon. Read More
District of Squamish resumes public attendance at Council Meetings as BC Restart Plan progresses
The District of Squamish is pleased to announce that public attendance at Council meetings will begin Tuesday, July 13. Read More
District of Squamish reverts to Stage 2 water restrictions
The District of Squamish has lifted Stage 3 water restrictions that were put in place on Saturday, June 26 due to high water consumption and flow capacity concerns brought on by extreme heat.… Read More
Campfires prohibited in British Columbia beginning June 30 at noon
BC Wildfire Service has issued a provincial ban on all campfires, Category 2 and Category 3 open fires. Read More
High-risk activity restrictions in effect as of June 28 at 1 p.m.
The District of Squamish has entered day three of an high danger rating which restricts certain construction and high risk activities if within the wildland interface. Read More
Grand Wall climbs and area at base closed until further notice
The Grand Wall climbs and area at the base of the Stawamus Chief Provincial Park is closed until further notice. Read More
District of Squamish moves to Stage 3 water restrictions
The District of Squamish is moving to Stage 3 water restrictions due to high water consumption and flow capacity concerns brought on by the current heat wave. Read More
District of Squamish Stage 2 water restrictions now in effect
District of Squamish Stage 2 water restrictions are now in effect due to extreme hot, dry conditions that have increased outdoor water demand. Read More
District will open cooling centres to offer relief from extreme heat
The District of Squamish is following the Vancouver Coastal Health recommendation of providing two cooling centres to support Squamish residents during the current extreme heat warning issued by Environment Canada. Read More