News
Rainfall warning in effect for Howe Sound
A rainfall warning is in effect for Howe Sound with total rainfall amounts of up to 75 mm expected throughout tonight, Friday, September 21. Read More
Possible intruder posing as District employee
The District of Squamish received a telephone call from a concerned resident on Mamquam Road on Thursday afternoon, September 20, indicating that she found someone on her back deck who claimed… Read More
District of Squamish achieves Carbon Neutrality
The District of Squamish has been recognized as a Carbon Neutral community by the Province and the Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM). Read More
District of Squamish recognized for public engagement work
The campaign to update the District of Squamish Official Community Plan has been recognized for the way it encouraged residents to participate. Read More
Category 2 and 3 open fires prohibited within the District of Squamish
Category 2 and 3 fires are prohibited within the District of Squamish despite the decision made by the Province to lift open burning prohibitions within the Coastal Fire Centre's jurisdiction. Read More
Mamquam gravel route closed to vehicles following safety concerns
Click to enlarge The gravel uphill section of Mamquam Road toward Quest University, Ring Creek and Garibaldi Provincial Park will be closed to vehicle traffic until further notice due to safety concerns,… Read More
Bear attractant oak trees to be removed from Discovery Trail
Ten oak trees are being removed from a section of the Discovery Trail behind the skate park (near the high school) to alleviate conflict with bears in the area. Read More
Bear activity on the rise; extra vigilance required as bears search for food
With summer coming to a close, the District of Squamish and Conservation Officer Service are alerting residents to an increase in bear activity. Read More
Campfire ban lifted within District of Squamish following Coastal Fire Centre's move to rescind its ban
The District of Squamish has lifted the campfire ban following the province’s move to rescind its campfire ban across the Coastal Fire Centre on September 11, 2018. Read More
Stage 1 Water Conservation now in effect
Stage 1 Water Conservation comes back into effect as of today, Friday, September 7. Read More