BC Housing HEARTH project information and Community FAQ There is an urgent need to address homelessness and encampments in Squamish. BC Housing and the District of Squamish are working together with a variety of committed local partners on short- and long-term strategies to address and prevent homelessness in the community. We are grateful to have been announced as a Phase 2 HEART & HEARTH community by the Province in February. Understandably, the HEARTH temporary transitional housing project has raised many questions, and we appreciate the community’s patience while project information was developed. BC Housing has now launched a webpage and Community FAQ to provide initial project information and answer some of the questions we have heard to date. These materials will be updated as the project progresses. As well, District of Squamish Council will hear a presentation on the project at an upcoming meeting of Council, date to be announced. For any site that meets the criteria and is confirmed for this project BC Housing and the District will share accurate, accessible information about the project, answer questions, build relationships, and collect feedback on how to best integrate the housing into the neighbourhood. It is our goal to balance all the needs of the community and prioritize safety, dignity and quality of life for all Squamish residents. For more information including the Community FAQ, please visit the BC Housing website: bchousing.org/projects-partners/projects/squamish-temporary-housing | Traffic Impact Notice: Annual Watermain Upgrades Please be advised that Annual Watermain Upgrades are underway in Brackendale. Work will take place on Birken Road, Faith Road, Depot Road and Axen Road. The work is scheduled to begin May 11 and run through October 2026. Impacts include: - Single-lane alternating traffic
- Dust/noise
- Traffic delays
- Potential temporary interruption of water services
| | Any disruptions to the water service will occur during working hours only (8 a.m. to 6 p.m.). A minimum of 48-hours notice will be given to affected homes. We apologize for any inconvenience. For more info, visit squamish.ca/watermain-upgrade-program-2026/ | Campfire Ban in Effect The District of Squamish is following suit with the Coastal Fire Centre campfire ban, and has issued a ban on all campfires throughout the District. This ban took effect as of noon on Thursday, May 7. All campfires within the District will be prohibited and all campfire permits will be suspended until the ban is rescinded. Campfire permit holders will receive a notification of the ban and suspension of the permit. A reminder that the following is never allowed within District of Squamish boundaries: - Fires in any public space including forests, riverbanks, mountainside, beaches
- Open Air Burning, including but not limited to, yard waste, garden debris and construction materials
| | The campfire prohibition does not apply to cooking stoves that use gas, or propane, or portable campfire devices that use liquid, or gaseous fuel, provided they are CSA or ULC approved, and the height of the flame is less than 15 centimetres. To report a wildfire, unattended campfire, or open burning violation, call 911 if within the municipal boundaries or call 1-800-663-5555 toll-free or *5555 on a cell phone. | Stage 1 Water Restrictions now in Effect Fresh water is finite, and in the summer months, water consumption nearly doubles. The outdoor water use restrictions are in place to effectively manage the supply and demand of water across the community during these warmer months. Stage 1 limits sprinkler use for lawns, trees, flowers, and shrubs to two days per week. Even addresses: Wednesday & Saturday, Odd addresses: Thursday & Sunday. Lawn watering with a sprinkler is allowed from 4 to 10 a.m. and 7 to 10 p.m. on those days. Hand watering of trees, flowers, shrubs and vegetable gardens with a container or device with an automatic shut-off is allowed on any day, and at any time. Visit squamish.ca/water for more details | | Retrofit Assist Thinking about upgrading your home in 2026? The smartest first step is an EnerGuide Evaluation. It shows where your home is losing energy, so you can focus on upgrades that actually make a difference. 129 Squamish households have already gone through Retrofit Assist to see how their homes are performing - and where they can improve. For a limited time, subsidies are available for EnerGuide Evaluations. It's a simple first step that can save you time, money and guesswork. Learn more about EnerGuide Evaluations and how to get started at www.retrofitassist.ca/squamish. | | Infrastructure Upgrades - Wastewater system upgrades continue.
- Annual Watermain Upgrades will begin May 11 in Brackendale. Work will
take place on Birken Road, Faith Road, Depot Road and Axen Road. Please
expect single-lane traffic, dust/noise, traffic delays and potentially temporary
interruption of water services. Any disruptions to the water service will be
during working hours only (8 a.m. to 6 p.m.). A minimum of 48 hours notice
will be given to affected homes. | | 2026 Chipper Dates FireSmart is hosting Chipper Days for the 2026 wildfire season. Check below to find the scheduled date for your neighbourhood: Garibaldi Highlands: June 1-5
University Highlands: June 8
Garibaldi Estate/Tantalus: June 9-10
Loggers East/Mamquam: June 11
Hospital Hill: June 12
Northyards: June 15
Paradise Valley: June 16-19
Dentville: July 20
Brackendale: July 21-24
Downtown/SEAandSKY: September 21-22 Please have your chipping out for 8 a.m. on your chipper date. For more information on what is accepted, please visit: squamish.ca/firesmart. | | Update: Second Spongy Moth Treatment on May 9 The Province is planning a second aerial spraying in Squamish to eradicate spongy moths and minimize the risk they pose to forests, farms and trees. The treatment will take place on Saturday, May 9 between 5 and 7:30 a.m. The following area will again be treated in accordance with B.C.’s Integrated Pest Management Act: - 121 hectares – west of the intersection of Buckley Avenue and Third Avenue, to the edge of the Squamish River, and to just south of Vancouver Street.
The outlined area has been scheduled to be treated one final time, with the next treatment tentatively scheduled for approximately 7-10 days following this second application. The date for the third treatment has not yet been confirmed. | | The District appreciates that residents have concerns and questions regarding the Province's Spongy Moth Treatment Program. Please direct all inquiries and comments to Spongy.moth@gov.bc.ca. For more information on spongy moths and treatments, call 1-866-917-5999 or visit gov.bc.ca/spongymoth. | Squamish Landfill: NEW Reusable Wood Program The Squamish Landfill has a new pilot program that allows residents to come to the landfill and take wood for FREE from the wood bays. The program aims to help save wood chipping costs and provide the opportunity to give wood that has been brought to the landfill a second life. Here's how it works: -
Get a Wood Reuse Card (good for 20 mins) from the scale operator. Note: If you are also dumping refuse, you must do so before obtaining a Wood Reuse Card. -
Take as much wood as you want for free! (Available wood will not be painted, glued or pressure-treated). -
Exit the landfill… enjoy your free wood! For Squamish Landfill location and hours, go to squamish.ca/landfill. | | COMING UP at Brennan Park Recreation Centre
Summer days are best spent with friends!
at Brennan Park Recreation Centre Active Kids Summer Camps (Full Week | 7–9YRS) at Rose Park
Lead Counsellor: Ryan Johnston
Give your child a summer filled with adventure, friendship, and non-stop movement! This camp offers the perfect blend of outdoor exploration and creative activities to keep kids engaged.
Themed Summer Camps (Full Week | 7–12YRS)
at Brennan Park Recreation Centre
Our weekly themed camps offer an action-packed, engaging experience, featuring refreshing pool visits, exciting local out-trip adventures, and hands-on activities that encourage creativity and friendship.
Sportball Parent and Child - Indoor Soccer (Full Week | 2–3YRS)
at Brennan Park Recreation Centre
Get a kick out of Sportball Parent & Child Soccer programs! Participants are introduced to fundamental concepts of soccer and are provided the basic skills required to score with confidence in fun, exciting, skills-focused games. With the guidance and support of their Sportball Coach, parents and children zero in on soccer skills, including: throw-ins, dribbling, trapping, passing, goalie skills and more.
For details and registration, visit squamish.ca/rec
Try a Belly Dance class...
Move, groove, and connect in this class designed for joy, expression, and community. Learn fun isolations and simple combos to vibrant music in a safe, inclusive, body-positive space. All levels, all bodies welcome - no experience needed! Drop-ins welcome, subject to space available.
Ice Allocation
Notice of Change: Ice allocation requests for the August 17, 2026 – May 30, 2027 period were announced to be accepted until May 1, 2026. We have made a slight change to the deadline and allocation meeting.
Request Deadline: May 15, 2026
Ice Allocation Meeting: Wednesday, June 4, at 5:30 p.m. at Brennan Park Recreation Centre.
More information here. |
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| | The District of Squamish is located within the Squamish Nation Traditional Territory
Ha7lh en sḵwálwen Kwis tl’iḵnúmut tl’a Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw | | | | |
