News
Warming Centre open at Brennan Park Recreation Centre in the event of power outages
Updated: December 29 - The District of Squamish continues to offer residents a warming centre located at Brennan Park Recreation Centre for anyone who may be affected by possible power outages.… Read More
Winter storm warning for Howe Sound
A system will advance towards the south coast today. Snow is expected to develop across Howe Sound, Sea to Sky Highway - Squamish to Whistler, and Whistler this afternoon. Read More
BC Transit service changes start January 3
The District of Squamish and BC Transit are announcing service changes that will improve local transit service effective January 3, 2022. Read More
District of Squamish introduces COVID-19 vaccination policy for staff in life-saving or recreation program delivery roles
The District of Squamish has introduced a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy for employees in certain public-facing roles within the organization. Read More
Special Weather Statement: Heavy rain expected Tuesday and Wednesday
Issued at 2021-11-29 12:52 UTC by Environment Canada: Special weather statement issued for: Howe Sound, B. C. (082500) Current details: A prolonged period of heavy rain Tuesday through Wednesday. Read More
Heavy Rainfall warning for Howe Sound Saturday through Sunday
Environment Canada has issued a Rainfall Warning for Howe Sound. A warning for strong southeast winds near the water on Thursday is also in effect for Howe Sound. Read More
Squamish braces for more weather as High Streamflow Advisory and Rainfall Warning remain in effect
Residents encouraged to tune up emergency plans; help with drainage around their propertiesThe District of Squamish is reminding residents to be prepared in anticipation of more heavy rains beginning Thursday… Read More
Rainfall warning up to 80 mm through Thursday night
Environment Canada has issued a Rainfall Warning for Howe Sound. A warning for strong southeast winds near the water on Thursday is also in effect for Howe Sound. Read More
High Streamflow Advisory in effect
The River Forecast Centre is issuing a High Streamflow Advisory for Howe Sound and the Sea to Sky including areas around Squamish, Whistler and Pemberton A prolonged period of active weather is… Read More
Geotechnical work underway to assess gravel portion of Mamquam Road
Area closed due to significant safety risk The gravel portion of Mamquam Road (east of Paco Road below Quest University) remains closed due to fractures along a 400-metre section of the… Read More