April 2, 2026

Municipal Hall will be closed on Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6 for Easter weekend.

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Special Business Meeting
Tuesday, April 7, at 12:30 p.m.

Regular Business Meeting
Tuesday, April 7, 6 p.m.

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Steep Slopes Open House

The District of Squamish has released draft Steep Slopes Development Permit Area (DPA) guidelines for public review.

The proposed new DPA will guide development on steep terrain to support public safety, reduce hazard risk, protect infrastructure, and minimize visual impacts.

We are inviting feedback from home builders, industry professionals, and community members before the guidelines are brought forward to Council.

Join us at an Open House on Thursday, April 9 at St. John the Divine Anglican Church, Garibaldi Estates.

Open house times:

  • 3 to 5 p.m. – Home builders and development professionals
  • 6 to 8 p.m. – Residents and general public

Participants will have the opportunity to learn more about the draft guidelines, ask questions, and provide feedback. An online survey is also available at Let’s Talk Squamish.

To review the draft guidelines and complete the online survey, visit: letstalksquamish.ca/steep-slopes.

North Yards Neighbourhood Park Update

As part of ongoing work to prepare the site for a future neighbourhood park, danger tree and invasive species (blackberry) removal will now take place between April 7 to 13. Please follow signage and stay out of closed areas for your safety. Thank you for your patience while this work is complete. 

The District invited the North Yards neighbourhood to share input on how the site is used and what residents value for the future park. To view engagement results, visit Let's Talk Squamish.

For the latest updates, including details on danger tree removal, the Provincial archaeological study, and site analysis, please visit: letstalksquamish.ca/northyards.
 

CN Vegetation Management

CN has informed the District of upcoming vegetation management activities that are scheduled to take place between April and October 2026, in accordance with Transport Canada’s requirements

For more information, visit www.cn.ca/vegetation. Please direct any questions or concerns to the CN Public Inquiry Line at 1-888-888-5909 or email at contact@cn.ca.

Traffic Impact Notice: Victoria Street Paving

Paving work will take place on Victoria Street (between Third Avenue and Loggers Lane) anticipated for Tuesday, April 7-9.

Note → dates are subject to change as this work is weather dependent.

Impacts include:

  • Temporary closure of Victoria Street while work is underway.
  • Cleveland Avenue, Second Avenue and Third Avenue will remain accessible.

Please expect delays and pay attention to traffic control personnel as they guide you through the area. Work is expected to begin each day at 7 a.m. and will continue until 7 p.m. if needed. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

The contractor will be completing this work as part of the Victoria Street Active Transportation Upgrades project, learn more at: squamish.ca/victoria-street-active-transportation-upgrades.

Infrastructure Upgrades

  • X̱wún ̓eḵw Park Sea Dike upgrades continue, with intermittent night works ongoing.
  • Victoria Street Active Transportation Upgrades are expected to resume April 7.
  • Wastewater system upgrades will be taking place along parts of Madill Street, Garibaldi Avenue, Britannia Avenue and Buckley Avenue, replacing an aging sanitary forcemain. Single-lane alternating traffic will be in place while work takes place.


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Help Wildlife Stay Wild – Lock Your Totes

Bears are coming out of hibernation and an unlocked tote is an invitation to dinner. When we take action, we help keep bears wild and out of trouble.

Bylaw will be checking totes that are visible from the road and this will continue periodically throughout the spring to ensure they are locked. Each infraction of the Wildlife Attractant Bylaw may result in a warning, before resulting in a fine of $230 per day.

Did you know → As per the Wildlife Attractant Bylaw, totes must be locked at all times, even if empty, and only placed curbside and unlocked on the morning of collection day between 5 a.m. and 7 p.m. – not the night before.

Learn more about the bylaw at squamish.ca/wildlife.

Retrofit Assist

Thinking about a home upgrade in 2026? Start planning now to secure contractors, maximize rebates and make the most of retrofit season.

Get started at retrofitassist.ca/squamish.

 

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Easter Activities
at Brennan Park Recreation Centre

April 3 and April 6
Public Swim: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Lane Swim: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Parent and Child Hockey
(Online registration recommended due to limited capacity)
9:30–10:30 a.m.
10:45–11:45 a.m.

Public Skate: 12-3 p.m.

April 4 and 5
Programs run as usual on normal weekend schedule.

April 6 Only
Holiday Little Sneakers
(Drop-in only)
10:30–11:30 a.m.

→ Learn how to participate in a fun Easter themed scavenger hunt challenge around the facility on Easter Monday at squamish.ca/rec!

Summer Programs
Explore the programs online starting April 7, with registration opening on April 14

Get ready for exciting summer adventures! Choose from a variety of action-packed summer camps or get active and meet new people in one of our fun fitness classes.​​​​

Attention Swimmers!
at Brennan Park Recreation Centre

Please be aware of upcoming changes to the pool schedule. More family pool time will be added on Fridays from April to June.

  • Swim Lessons & Swim Club – 4-6 p.m.
  • *New!* Parent & Child Swim – 6-8 p.m.
  • Lane Swim – 6-9 p.m.
  • Adult Only Swim – 8-9 p.m.

For the details and full schedule head to squamish.ca/pool.

Join our Team!
at Brennan Park Recreation Centre

We are currently looking to hire enthusiastic and energetic individuals to become part of the District's recreation team as program leaders for the upcoming summer season. This is a great opportunity for those who enjoy working in a fun environment. Multiple positions available at squamish.ca/careers.

Resident Perspectives on Tourism in Squamish

More than 1,200 residents participated in the Tourism Squamish 2025 Resident Sentiment Survey and shared their perspectives on tourism in Squamish, providing valuable insight that will help guide how tourism is managed moving forward.

In addition to the survey, Tourism Squamish recently completed the 2024 Economic Impact Study. Together, these two major pieces of research offer a clear picture of tourism’s role in the community, highlighting both its economic importance and how residents experience visitor activity. These findings will help inform future planning and decision-making, ensuring tourism continues to benefit the community while reflecting the priorities and experiences of residents.

To read summaries of the 2024 Economic Impact Study and the 2025 Resident Sentiment Survey, visit the Understanding Tourism in Squamish page on exploresquamish.com.
 


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