News
New buses starting to roll in Squamish
New Grande West Vicinity buses are arriving in Squamish for expansion in the fall and to replace part of the current fleet of buses in the community. Read More
New adjudication process introduced to simplify bylaw fine disputes
The District of Squamish has introduced a new bylaw fine dispute system that will allow for the majority of bylaw fines to be disputed through an independent adjudication system at… Read More
High fire danger causes restriction on certain construction activities
Updated July 5, 2017: The District of Squamish remains in a HIGH fire hazard, and as such, certain construction and high risk activities may need to cease if within the… Read More
Destruction of sow and two cubs an urgent call to all citizens to secure wildlife attractants
Reminder to the community that a garbage bear often ends up a dead bear A tragic incident that saw a sow and two cubs destroyed downtown Squamish on Sunday highlights the… Read More
District of Squamish releases 2016 Annual Report
The District of Squamish is pleased to release its 2016 Annual Report and audited financial statements, outlining accomplishments in 2016 and planned initiatives for 2017/18. Read More
Artwork chosen for Squamish Murals Project
Squamish will soon see the installation of two large-scale murals by Squamish-based artists Stan Matwychuk and Ciarra Douglas as part of the Squamish Murals Project. Read More
Open burning to be restricted beginning June 7
BC Wildfire has issued restrictions for Category 2 open fires in the Coastal Fire Centre, which includes Squamish. Read More
Public comment invited on BC Timber Sales' Forest Stewardship Plan
The draft Forest Stewardship Plan (FSP) document is a big-picture document dealing with legislation, communication, results and strategies. The FSP does NOT deal in specific blocks or activities. Read More
Wildlife Update: Merrill Park closure lifted but bear activity throughout Squamish is still high
The bear traps at Merrill Park in the Garibaldi Highlands have been unsuccessful in capturing the bear involved in the physical encounter May 21, 2017. Read More
District of Squamish Wins National Municipal Award for Professional Development
The District of Squamish has received national recognition for its Hardwired for Leadership training program from the Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators (CAMA). Read More