Kevin Falcon withdraws, calls on BC United supporters to unite behind Rustad
August 28, 2024BC/Canada
Today, BC United Leader Kevin Falcon announced that he is suspending his party’s campaign and encouraging all BC United supporters
District of Squamish lifts campfire ban
August 28, 2024Squamish
The campfire prohibition in all regions of the Coastal Fire Centre, including the District of Squamish, will be lifted effective
Province launches new Opiod Treatment Access Line
August 28, 2024BC/Canada
The Province has launched the Opioid Treatment Access Line to make it faster and easier for people to get life-saving medication
Mountain Jiujitsu Squamish: New Martial Arts Gym Opens in Squamish
August 28, 2024Squamish
Squamish has a new destination for martial arts enthusiasts with the opening of Mountain Jiujitsu Squamish, a state-of-the-art facility that
Reckless driver faces several charges after assault on police officer in North Vancouver
August 27, 2024Sea to Sky
North Vancouver RCMP is investigating after a man allegedly drove recklessly, assaulted and attempted to disarm police officers. On August
Housing Squamish acquires Tantalus Manor to protect affordable housing
August 25, 2024Squamish
Housing Squamish and Hiy̓ám̓ta Sḵ wx̱wú7mesh Housing Society (Hiy̓ám̓Housing) have announced the purchase of Tantalus Manor with support from the
Rainfall warning issued for Howe Sound
August 23, 2024Squamish
Environment Canada has issued a rainfall warning for the Howe Sound, with heavy rain forecasted for the region. The rainfall
Who is Yuri Fulmer and why does he want to be your MLA
August 23, 2024Squamish
Yuri Fulmer, the BC Conservative candidate for West Vancouver-Sea to Sky and current chancellor of Capilano University, hasn’t had a
Blue-green algae prompts swimming advisory for Alice Lake
August 23, 2024Squamish
Vancouver Coastal Health has issued a ‘not suitable for swimming’ advisory for Alice Lake. Alice Lake is undergoing testing for
BC woman lost in Colorado backcountry for four days on cell phone free retreat rescued
August 22, 2024BC/Canada
A 53-year-old woman from Victoria who had gone into a rugged backcountry without a cell phone to ‘maximize experience with
Squamish Terry Fox Run returns on September 15
August 22, 2024Squamish
On Sunday, September 15, the Squamish community will gather at the Municipal Campground (39275 Loggers Lane) beside Brennan Park to
BC film company fined $30,000 for using drone to capture Killer Whale footage
August 21, 2024Squamish
An investigation by fishery officers from Fisheries and Oceans Canada’s (DFO) Whale Protection Unit, Fraser Coastal Detachment, has resulted in
Police seek suspects who vandalized Squamish BMX park
August 19, 2024Squamish
The Squamish RCMP is investigating an act of vandalism that occurred at the Squamish BMX park. In a press release,
Update: Thunderstorm watch for Howe Sound rescinded
August 18, 2024Squamish
UPDATE: The thunderstorm watch issued at 5 pm today has been rescinded by Environment Canada. –xx– A severe thunderstorm watch
Thunderstorms, heavy rainfall in forecast for Squamish
August 17, 2024Squamish
Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for Squamish. Strong winds, thunderstorms with heavy downpours and gusty winds are
Climbers sustain significant injuries in rock fall at Stawamus Chief
August 16, 2024Squamish
Two climbers were taken to hospital after sustaining ‘significant injuries’ in a rock fall incident on the Stawamus Chief. In
Explosive growth drives Upper Elaho Valley wildfire to 246 hectares
August 15, 2024Sea to Sky
According to BC Wildfire Service, a wildfire at Upper Elaho Valley reported on Monday, Aug 12, has seen ‘explosive growth’
Drivers hit with fines, lose vehicles after street racing on Highway 99
August 14, 2024Squamish
Three drivers were fined and had their vehicles impounded following a dangerous street racing incident on Highway 99 in West
Celebrate the grand opening of Sp’akw’us Feather Park with music, food, and the Arts Festival Shakedown event
August 14, 2024Squamish
Matthews West Developments invites the Squamish community to the Grand Opening of Sp’akw’us Feather Park on Saturday, August 17. After
Police warn of new BC Hydro scam
August 13, 2024BC/Canada
The BC RCMP is warning BC Hydro customers about a new scam where customers are tricked into providing personal information
Woman arrested for allegedly starting forest fire on Vancouver Island
August 12, 2024Squamish
Port Alberni RCMP has arrested a woman for allegedly causing a fire near the Stirling Arm Forest Service Road (FSR)
District of Squamish launches survey on Transportation Master Plan
August 12, 2024Squamish
The District of Squamish is seeking public input on a Transportation Master Plan. The District of Squamish began developing the
Mixed-use building proposed to replace vacant home on Third Ave
August 12, 2024Squamish
District of Squamish has received a new development application to rezone a vacant property on Third Avenue for a high-density,
Bear break-ins in Brackendale prompt DOS wildlife alert
August 9, 2024Squamish
The Conservation Officer Service and District of Squamish are alerting residents following reports of a black bear entering garages to
Squamish Arts Festival brings two weeks of music, culture, and fun!
August 8, 2024Squamish
The two-week Squamish Arts Festival is back for two weeks this year with family-friendly events, shows and performances in Downtown