March 22, 2024

HOLIDAY HOURS

Municipal Hall will be closed on Friday, March 29 and Monday, April 1 for Easter weekend.

View holiday hours across District facilities here

COMING UP AT COUNCIL

Committee of the Whole

Tuesday, March 26 at 10 a.m.

View Council Meeting Information

JOIN THE CONVERSATION AND HELP IMPROVE ROAD SAFETY IN SQUAMISH

The District of Squamish is seeking feedback from residents of all ages, neighborhoods and transportation preferences to learn about the areas of concern related to traffic speeds throughout Squamish.

Visit Let's Talk Squamish today and help us answer the big question: What is the “just right zone” between speed and safety? Our easy interactive map is available to share locations where you believe speed is a concern in Squamish. Visit before April 8.

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COMMUNITY NOTICES AND EVENTS

Tree removal on Highlands Way South

Work will be underway on Monday, March 25 and Tuesday, March 26 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. to remove danger trees on Highlands Way South. Please expect single-lane alternating traffic and alternating bike lane closure while work is taking place. Traffic control will be on-site to ensure public safety. Please obey all signage and use caution in the area.

Thank you for your patience while this work is underway.

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Accessory Dwelling Unit design competition 

The District is hosting an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Design Competition to facilitate the delivery of more housing units in Squamish. 

The purpose of the design competition is to address Squamish’s housing shortage and encourage housing variety and affordability. The design competition also aims to inspire homeowners with examples of ADU’s that can be built across the community in a range of locations and situations.

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Cemetery maintenance - ornament removal required by March 31.

To allow for annual grounds maintenance at Mount Garibaldi Cemetery, please remove artificial plants and flowers and any ornamentation (such as statues or angels and loose objects such as rocks, glass or metal items) from the grave marker by March 31 as per Schedule D of the Mount Garibaldi Cemetery Ornamentation and Planting Policy.

Items not removed before March 31 will be moved by staff and placed at the main gates for two weeks. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

Recycling Education Pop-up

Drop by our pop-up station from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Farmers' Market on Saturday, March 29 to say hello and have all your recycling questions answered and more!

We look forward to seeing you there!

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Kids Clothing, Toy, and Book Swap 

Help keep used items in circulation and out of our landfill by participating in our next Kids Clothing, Toy, and Book Swap on April 6 at The 55 Activity Centre from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Bagged clothes, toys, and books can be dropped off in advance at The 55 Activity Centre on:

  • April 5 from 4 to 7 p.m.
  • April 6 from 10 to 11 a.m. (no later)

All leftover items will be donated to local charities and Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver. This event is put on by the District of Squamish and Squamish CAN to help advance our community’s zero waste and Circular Economy efforts.

If you are interested in volunteering at this event, please send an email to shannon@squamishcan.net

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Valleycliffe Childcare Centre construction set to begin

Construction on the new facility will begin with initial site preparation before the end of March. The District of Squamish received $2,526,474 from the B.C. ChildCareBC New Spaces Fund to build and co-locate a municipally-owned childcare facility at Valleycliffe Elementary School in Squamish in partnership with School District 48 and Sea to Sky Community Services Society.

Please note the following impacts:

  • During construction, Hemlock Avenue access to school grounds will be re-routed via Birch Drive to Westway Avenue (school entrance)
  • Construction staging area within John Hunter Park (public access to parking lot will be intermittently closed for construction vehicles)
  • For safety, the Hemlock Avenue access to the school will be closed during construction.
  • The construction trailer and contractor parking will use the municipal John Hunter parking lot.
  • Please anticipate general construction noise.

Filming and Event Impact Notices:

  • A noise exemption permit has been issued for a private function located at Haru Fusion Cuisine, 40022 Government Road, on Saturday, March 23 from 10 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. 

  • A work permit has been issued for filming at the Eagle Viewing Dyke on Government Road for Monday, March 25 to Wednesday, March 27. Impacts will include intermittent traffic delays on Government Road to ensure crew safety. Please obey all signage and traffic control personnel during this time. A traffic management plan is in place to ensure emergency vehicle access. 

DEVELOPMENT REVIEW

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LATEST INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
  • University Reservoirs 2 and 3 - Construction of two glass-fused steel reservoir tanks is 90% complete. Each of these tanks measure approximately 17 metres in diameter and 10 metres high and will help to improve water storage capacity and delivery for Squamish.
  • Wastewater Treatment Plan Expansion and Improvements – Construction is underway through summer 2025 on a new secondary clarifier and concentric bioreactor.
  • Queens Way Lift Station Maintenance Hole – Construction continues to replace the inlet maintenance hole and reline the wet-well. Please follow traffic control measures.

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Visit Brennan Park Recreation Centre for Easter Weekend!

  • Good Friday Public Skate: Friday, March 29, 12-3 p.m.
  • Sensory Swim: Sunday, March 31, 6-8 p.m.
  • Bunny Public Skate: Monday, April 1, 12-3 p.m.
  • Youth Pool Takeover: Saturday, March 30, 6-8 p.m.

Keep on Spinning | 19+

Thursdays, 7:15-8 a.m.

Up early for your kid's club practice? Join Cindy for a 45-minute spin and get your workout in while you wait! Registration required.

Pickleball Sunday – All Levels | 19+

Sunday, March 24 and March 31, 4–6 p.m.

Grab your paddles and head over to Brennan Park for a friendly and inclusive atmosphere. All Levels are welcome.

Seniors' Corner

Spring into the season with a Flower Bouquet Workshop on Wednesday, April 3 at the Westwinds. Join professional florist Bernadette and learn how to design your own bouquet while socializing with friends. Flowers will be supplied, however students must supply own vase. Registration closes March 27.

 View schedules and book your spot!

Recreation and Culture Notices:

  • Please note Brennan Park Recreation Centre will be operating with modified hours over the Easter weekend. View operation hours here.

  • Please note pool scheduling changes during Spring Break. Keep up-to-date before your visit here.

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