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Accessory Dwelling Unit design competition launched in Squamish
Winning designs for self-contained, sustainable living units will receive priority building permit processing for homeowners who wish to build one The District of Squamish has launched an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)… Read More
New weather-protected public space to be installed on Cleveland Avenue
Downtown Squamish will soon receive a new gathering spot with the construction of a weather-protected public space at 37996 Cleveland Avenue (District-owned public lot and site of the Squamish Farmers’… Read More
BC Family Day Hours of Operation
Please note the following exceptions to regular hours of operation for February 19, 2024. Brennan Park Recreation Centre Lane Swim & Public Swim: 9 a. m. to 3 p. Read More
Capilano University and District of Squamish formalize memorandum of understanding
Framework sets out collaborations that will benefit learners, employers and community Capilano University (CapU) and the District of Squamish formalized their partnership today, as leaders signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)… Read More
Flood Warning: Squamish and Cheakamus Rivers
FINAL UPDATE: 11 a. m. , Friday, February 2, 2024: The SquamishAlert has ended for residents in North Yards. Read More
Noise Exemption Permit issued with conditions to FortisBC for Eagle Mountain Woodfibre Gas Pipeline work
The District of Squamish has issued a Noise Exemption Permit to work 24-hours per day with conditions to FortisBC’s prime contractor, Frontier-Kemper Michels (FKM), for the Eagle Mountain - Woodfibre… Read More
District of Squamish receives $7M from CMHC Housing Accelerator Fund
The District of Squamish has been successful in securing a $7M grant from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) Housing Accelerator Fund to facilitate housing delivery in Squamish. Read More
Squamish’s Queens Way Recycle Depot will close this year; District is exploring options for a new location
The District of Squamish is working to identify a new location for the public Recycle Depot after receiving notice from GFL that the Queens Way depot will close in May. Read More
District of Squamish Statement on CUPE 2269 Strike Action Vote
The District of Squamish is informing the community that CUPE 2269, the Bargaining Unit representing employees of the District of Squamish, received a strike mandate from its members at a… Read More
Special Weather Statement In Effect - Heavy Rain Expected Monday/Tuesday
Environment Canada has issued a Special Weather Statement for the BC South Coast, with impacts to Howe Sound and Squamish expected. Read More