Public Hearing Notice

A Public Hearing on the proposed Garibaldi Estates Neighbourhood Plan will be held on Tuesday, May 27 at 6 p.m. at Brennan Park Recreation Centre.

To explore the draft plan, background documents, and a summary of what’s proposed, please visit: letstalksquamish.ca/garibaldi-estates-plan

Residents can provide input in person or by written submission. Visit our Let's Talk page for details on how to register for the Speakers List and submit written comments.

Access Property Tax and Utilities Online

Property owners are encouraged to create a MyCity account to access their Property Tax and Utility notices online.

With a potential Canada Post strike on the horizon, mail delivery may be disrupted or delayed, which means your tax bill may not arrive by mail on time. Creating a MyCity account ensures you have timely access to your notices, even if postal service is interrupted.

An update will be provided if online inserts are going to be issued. For instructions on how to create an account and register your Tax and Utility Bills, please visit: squamish.ca/payonline

Kids' Clothing, Toy, and Book Swap

Is it time to swap out some pre-loved toys, clothes or books?

Bagged clothes, toys, and books can be dropped off in advance at Brennan Park Recreation Centre:

• May 23 from 5 to 7 p.m.
• May 24 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (no later)

Questions or interested in volunteering?

Email: zerowaste@squamish.ca

Squamish GoByBike Week

As part of GoByBike Week, we're hosting a Bike Maintenance Basics Workshop on Wednesday, June 4, from 6 to 8 p.m. at DOX Squamish, located at 40446 Government Road.

This event is free to attend, but registration is required. All tools and supplies will be provided, just bring your bike. Everyone is welcome!

Can't make it? Visit our Bike Tune-Up Stations:

• Bike Tune-Up Station at Brennan Park Recreation Centre, June 2, from 4 to 7 p.m.
• Bike Tune-Up Station at Brennan Park Recreation Centre, June 3, from 4 to 7 p.m.

Wildlife News Bulletin

Residents are being asked to avoid a trail behind the Seven Peaks Complex (across from Brennan Park Recreation Centre) after multiple reports of a black bear sow and two cubs in the area. Wednesday evening, the Conservation Officer Service (COS) received a report of a close encounter with the sow along the trail near the adjacent construction site. There have also been reported sightings of a sow with two cubs in the area. Signage has been posted at both ends of the trail.

With warmer weather bringing more people outdoors, residents and visitors are reminded to take precautions when spending time in nature. Make noise while hiking, travel in groups, keep pets leashed, and always carry bear spray. For more wildlife safety tips, please visit wildsafebc.com

2025 Chipper Dates

Squamish FireSmart is hosting Chipper Days for the 2025 wildfire season. 

Hospital Hill: May 26
Garibaldi Highlands: June 16-20
University Highlands: June 23
North Yards: July 14
Valleycliffe/ Crumpet Woods: July 21-24
Loggers East/ Mamquam: August 11
Brackendale: August 18-21
Dentville: September 8
Paradise Valley: September 15-18

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

Upcoming Events

• Kids' Clothing, Toy and Book Swap - May 24
• Hearing Loop Event Launch - May 28
• GoByBike Week - May 31 to June 6
• Bike Maintenance Basics Workshop - June 4
• Re-Use-It Fair - June 7

Local volunteer opportunities:

• Visit the Volunteer Connector to see more opportunities.