News
BC Assessment updating property photos in Squamish
Beginning in April, BC Assessment will be conducting street front property photos of residential properties throughout the District of Squamish for property assessment purposes. Read More
District of Squamish receives $25K in child care action planning funds
The District of Squamish has been successful in receiving a $25,000 grant from the Community Child Care Planning Program, a partnership between the Province and the Union of British Columbia… Read More
New immigration pilot program aims to stimulate economic growth in Squamish
The province recently announced that Squamish has been selected among 30 communities for a new immigration pilot program to stimulate economic growth in small communities. Read More
Grass fire reminder: fire danger should be top-of-mind all the time
It’s only March, but dry weather has resulted in conditions where fine fuels such as long grass can easily ignite. Read More
Special Public Avalanche Warning for Mountains of Western Canada
March 18, 2019: Avalanche Canada in partnership with Parks Canada is issuing a Special Public Avalanche Warning for recreational backcountry users, in effect immediately. Read More
Weather Warning issued for Sea to Sky - Squamish to Whistler
A weather warning has been issued for Sea to Sky - #Squamish to Whistler. A strong Pacific frontal system is sweeping over the south coast. Read More
Squamish River Valley Strategic Recreation Management Plan survey launched
The Squamish River Valley has grown in popularity as an outdoor recreation and camping destination, with tens of thousands of visitors annually. Read More
Squamish Valley Agricultural Plan moves ahead with community engagement
First Community Event planned for Sunday, March 10The development of an agricultural plan for the Squamish Valley is closer to becoming a reality, with a consultant hired and the first… Read More
Strong outflow wind warning issued for Howe Sound
Very strong outflow winds over Howe Sound will ease somewhat this afternoon. Read More
Special Public Avalanche Warning for B.C.’s South Coast and Vancouver Island
Avalanche Canada is issuing a Special Public Avalanche Warning for recreational backcountry users, in effect immediately until end of day Sunday, February 24. The warning applies to B. Read More