May 19, 2023

DISTRICT OF SQUAMISH HOLIDAY HOURS

Planning to visit Brennan Park Recreation Centre this holiday weekend? Check out the holiday hours at the link below. Please note that Municipal Hall will be closed Monday, May 22.

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COMING UP AT COUNCIL

Committee of the Whole

Tuesday, May 23 at 10 a.m.

Special Business Meeting

Tuesday, May 23 at 1 p.m.

View Council Meeting Information

CURRENT OUTDOOR RESTRICTIONS

WHAT WE HEARD! VIEW OUR COMMUNITY FEEDBACK REPORT ON TRANSPORTATION IN SQUAMISH

Thank you to everyone who participated in the first phase of the District’s new Transportation Master Plan project. We heard from more than 800 people who shared their transportation experiences, challenges, and ideas, to help create a balanced transportation system that meets the needs of our entire community. Find out what we heard by clicking below! This information will be used to help draft initial recommendations for the plan, which will be shared with the community for feedback later in the process.

View the report

THE OUTDOOR RECREATION SEASON IS HERE!

The warmer weather is here and the May long weekend has begun! The District is once again urging everyone to please do our part and recreate responsibly to take care of nature and keep it beautiful! Make sure these principles are part of your weekend plans this year: 

  • Know Your Limits
  • Respect Wildlife
  • Leave No Trace
  • Be FireSmart
  • Use Designated Facilities
  • Share The Trails

With over 700 campsites in Squamish, visitors can find access to amenities including washroom facilities, and bearproof garbage facilities (please be aware of current campsite and road closures located in the SLRD).

Keeping you safe and protecting our local environment are two things we want to ensure while you're visiting Squamish

Read the guide

View our public washroom and campground availability maps

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Read this blog from Tourism Squamish for tips and reminders for your responsible recreation this weekend

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CENTRAL ESTUARY RESTORATION PROJECT UPDATE

Squamish! We are happy to share the news from the Central Estuary Restoration Project team that their project is now complete and that construction equipment along the Squamish River Training Berm (Spit Road) is being removed.

As a reminder, this restoration project is led by a partnership between Skwxkwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation), Squamish River Watershed Society and Fisheries and Oceans Canada with funding from the Federal Coastal Restoration Fund. You can find more information on the project here.

The Training Berm (Spit Road) runs through the Wildlife Management Area which is jointly overseen by the Squamish Nation and the Province of BC.

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RESIDENTS INVITED TO SUBMIT THEIR NOISE CONCERNS FOR THE SQUAMISH MUNICIPAL AIRPORT

The District of Squamish is developing a long-term Strategic Plan for the Squamish Municipal Airport – Don Patrick Field. The multi-phase process started in 2022. As part of this work, the District has created a Noise Concern submission form to enable residents to submit noise concerns to the District. This form will help identify areas impacted by noise as well as the frequency/time of day.

 

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NEW ITEMS ACCEPTED FOR RECYCLING

At the beginning of 2023, several accepted items were added to our residential curbside recycling collection. The following materials and items can go in your blue bin:

  • Aluminum foil, thin metal tins, aluminum pie plates, aluminum baking dishes;
  • Plastic plant pots, plastic cups, and plastic food storage containers;
  • Plastic straws, plastic stir sticks, plastic utensils, plastic disposable hangers; or
  • Paper bags, paper gift boxes, paper party décor.

 

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COMMUNITY NOTICES AND EVENTS

E-Bike Expo

Join us at Junction Park in Downtown Squamish to check out a variety of electric bikes, get information about purchasing and owning one, and have your questions answered!

When: Saturday, June 3 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Where: Junction Park.

 

Squamish Adventure Centre now open to the public

The Adventure Centre is now open to the public from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Please note renovations remain underway in parts of the Centre and the public is asked to avoid work areas within and around the building. Thanks for your patience while this work is underway.

INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS

New and featured among the many District infrastructure improvements about town:

 

View all infrastructure improvements
 

Judd Road watermain upgrade

Upgrades to the watermain along Judd Road between Cottonwood Road and Government Road, as well as a small section on Eagle Run Drive, will begin May 23.

Work will take place from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and is expected to be completed by mid-August.

Impacts:

  • Please expect delays and single-lane alternating traffic.
  • There will be no parking in the work zone during work hours.
  • To avoid delays, plan your route around the work area whenever possible.
  • Expect construction noise during working hours.

Thank you for your cooperation while we complete this important infrastructure upgrade.

DEVELOPMENT REVIEW

Latest additions to the Development Review:

40279 GOVERNMENT ROAD - Rezoning

40636 THUNDERBIRD RIDGE - Rezoning

Requests for a public meeting must be made within the first 21 calendar days of a project’s launch in the Development Review. If a combination of 10 separate website-based, emailed or written requests are received by the District, then the applicant will be required to hold a Public Information Meeting regarding their proposed development.

View the Development Review

Summer Camps

July to August 2023

Planning your summer? Squamish Recreation and Culture offers day camps and week-long adventures for kids of all ages. Choose from adventure camps, LEAP camps, bike camps and more!

 

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Bus Trips 55+ Choose your Own Adventure

May 28, 11:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Next stop- Your Choice! 
Queen Elizabeth Theatre OR
West 4th Avenue (Kitsilano)

Try out the newest Squamish Recreation and Culture 55+ bus trip! Simply board our bus and decide which activities YOU would like to do at the arrival destination. Check out the 2 p.m. performance of Cats OR shop and explore the arts in Kitsilano. 

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Class 4 Driver Course | 18y+

Beginning June 5

This course will allow participants to obtain an Unrestricted Class 4 Driver’s Licence, in order to safely drive our 14-passenger program van and the District of Squamish will reimburse all approved course and exam fees. 

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COMING UP AT THE LIBRARY

Author Talk with Ella Harvey: A Time of Light and Shadow

May 25, 7 – 8:30 p.m.

Join the library to hear Ella Harvey read from and talk about her new book A Time of Light and Shadow.

Ella Harvey’s adventurous spirit has taken her to remote regions of the world. She has lived on five continents and worked on four. Her second travel memoir A Time of Light and Shadow is published by Rocky Mountain Books. Ella is a retired nurse and now lives in Victoria.

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Introduction to Gardening in Squamish with Squamish CAN (Series)

May 30, 7 – 8:30 p.m.

Join Squamish CAN for the final event of their five-part “Gardening in Squamish” Series.

Whether you’ve been growing food in your backyard for years or looking to sow your first seed, all are welcome. Come learn about gardening in Squamish from some amazing speakers.

This event is free with no registration required.

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Drawing (Botany) Home: Finding Place with Field Journaling

June 8, 3 – 6 p.m.

Join artist, author and botanist Lyn Baldwin for a special hands-on-workshop celebrating the release of her illustrated book, Drawing Botany Home: A Rooted Life. Participants will use a series of drawing and writing exercises to create a visually captivating page-spread, as a first step in exploring how the practice of nature journaling can help weave a reciprocal relationship between people and place

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