News
More than 140 affordable homes opening in Squamish
The following release is from the newsroom of BC HousingPeople in Squamish will have more affordable rental options to choose from with more than 140 new homes opening in two… Read More
Squamish Youth Council invites public to help grant funds towards programming for youth
Five finalists will live-pitch at April 20 Bear’s Den eventApril 14, 2023 The Squamish Youth Council (SYC) has selected five local not-for-profit entities as finalists of the first annual Bear’s Den,… Read More
District aims to create a barrier-free Squamish
Community invited to identify accessibility challenges through new survey and mapThe District of Squamish is creating an Accessibility Plan to identify and work towards removing accessibility barriers related to District… Read More
Electronic transit fare system coming to Squamish Transit
March 13, 2023 A new electronic fare collection system that provides increased flexibility and convenience to transit users is coming to Squamish. Read More
Garibaldi Way and Tantalus Road upgrades set to begin
Upgrades will improve safety and traffic flow for pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles Construction will soon begin on a long-planned project to improve the intersection of Garibaldi Way and Tantalus Road. Read More
Gas leak in Downtown Squamish
Emergency personnel remain on scene near the alleyway situated off Victoria and Winnipeg Street between Second and Third Avenue in response to a gas leak occurring earlier this morning from private… Read More
District of Squamish receives $6.285 million grant from B.C. Growing Communities Fund
March 3, 2023 The District of Squamish has received $6. 285M in provincial funding through the new Growing Communities Fund. Read More
District of Squamish Statement on Quest University Canada
The District of Squamish is saddened and disappointed to learn that Quest University Canada will suspend academic programming at the end of this academic year. Read More
Conservation covenant created to protect 90 acres within Squamish
Restored conservation area to expand and protect critical wetland and riparian habitatThe Land Conservancy of British Columbia (TLC) and the District of Squamish are pleased to announce the creation of… Read More
Squamish ranks No. 1 in the annual BC Business Most Economically Resilient Cities ranking
Squamish has been named No. 1 Most Economically Resilient City, according to BC Business Magazine, for its combination of factors ranging from population growth to economic diversity. Read More