BC/Canada News
Enjoying the Sun, and Begrudging its Presence
The sunny winter may feel like a boon, but not everyone is looking at the skies with gratitude. For some business owners, a warm winter has meant fewer sales.
Council Rescinds Decision on Medical Marijuana Production
Squamish council has decided to allow medical marijuana production on land zoned industrial or light industrial, whether that is in downtown or in the business park.
District Mulls Ban on Future Drive-Thrus
Squamish plans to amend its Official Community Plan (OCP) to restrict future drive-thru businesses in town, a move opposed by Canadian restaurant association, Tim Hortons, and local drive-thru business owners.
Woodfibre LNG Announces Public Consultation Dates
Woodfibre LNG invites you to participate in upcoming community consultation. These will be the first in several consultation sessions, as Woodfibre LNG is seeks feedback regarding several topics related to project planning and environmental assessment.
Mountain Biking Pumps $8 Million into Local Economy: SORCA
Tourists are major users of Squamish's trail network and they pumped between $2.7 and $4 million in the local economy on weekends alone last summer, according to the latest SORCA study.
A Teardrop on the Cheek of Squamish
Located besides the Squamish Elementary School, the tear drop is the first parcel of empty land that greets visitors to downtown Squamish. Some hope it can be cleaned and spruced so it can be more inviting for visitors for whom its often the first impression.
Labour Market Information for Squamish
Andrea Smith, an employment resource specialist, writes a weekly labour market report. She has agreed to share it with readers of the Squamish Reporter.
Branding Expert Asks Squamish: What Sets You Apart ?
Branding expert Roger Brooks says the key to successful rebranding is to differentiate yourself, to stand out from the crowd. Jettison the Generic and narrow your focus, he told an audience of 100 people at the West Coast Railway Park.
A New Music Fest Looks for a Squamish Location
A new music festival wants the district to find a Squamish location after SLRD rejected a plan to host the event on Squamish Valley Campground.
Province to You: How Much Do You Know About LNG ?
How many years have people been extracting natural gas in B.C.? Why is natural gas considered a clean resource? How much supply do we have ?