April 25, 2025

Please note there are no scheduled meetings for Tuesday, April 29.

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Citizen Satisfaction Survey

The District of Squamish is conducting a Citizen Satisfaction Survey to hear from a cross-section of residents about how they are doing, and how the District is doing when it comes to our programs and services. 

This survey, available by mail and online, has been sent to a random sample of residents across all Squamish neighbourhoods. If you did not receive a survey in the mail, we invite you to complete a community-wide digital version, available at letstalksquamish.ca/citizen-satisfaction-survey.

Please consider taking the time to provide your feedback that will help inform District Council strive to best meet the needs of all Squamish citizens.

Day of Mourning Ceremony

Please join us along with the District Labour Committee for the B.C. Day of Mourning ceremony, an annual commemoration of fallen workers in our community, province and country. The ceremony will take place on Sunday, April 27 at 11 a.m. at the U Siyam Pavilion Park Workers’ Monument in Downtown Squamish.

Day of Mourning is a national event organized by labour groups, unions and municipalities across the country who come together to remember those who have lost their lives to work-related incidents or occupational disease. In Squamish, the Workers' Monument in Pavilion Park includes the names of local residents who have lost their lives on the job, including firefighters, loggers, RCMP members and others.

For more information on the Day of Mourning as well as a list of ceremonies throughout the province, please visit the link here.

Credit Card Surcharge Fees

The District of Squamish can now accept in-person and online credit card payments of up to $25,000 for some Building, Planning, Engineering, Cemetery and Public Works permits and applications. A 2.4% surcharge will be applied to these charges in order to cover the fees incurred from credit card companies.

This new service helps streamline the payment process to provide customers with greater flexibility and convenience, aligning with the District’s commitment to deliver efficient and effective municipal services for residents and businesses.

To view a full list of applicable fees and services click here. To learn more and make an online payment, please visit squamish.ca/payonline.

Wildlife Update

The Conservation Officer Service has started receiving reports of increased bear activity in Squamish and surrounding areas.

To report sightings, call the Conservation Officer Service Hotline at 1-877-952-7277. For tips on staying safe and managing attractants, visit WildSafeBC.com.

To learn more details about this Wildlife update, please visit the link here.

Mount Garibaldi Cemetery Expansion Project

The Mount Garibaldi Cemetery expansion project is well underway! Forest and vegetation clearing is now complete, and construction is expected to take place from July to December 2025.

SORCA, with help from students at Don Ross Secondary, is completing a 100-metre re-route for the adjacent trail that was affected by the land clearing. We expect the re-route to be open by the end of May 2025.

Landfill Closure

The landfill will be closed on April 29 for scale re-calibration.

This routine maintenance ensures the weigh scale provides accurate readings and meets regulatory standards.

Please note: A bin will be available at the landfill for Pitch-In Week participants.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Health Vision Sea to Sky

Vancouver Coastal Health has launched the next phase of Health Vision Sea to Sky, a long-term planning process to align local health-care services with the evolving needs of our communities.

Join an in-person or online engagement session to learn what was heard during earlier engagement and review highlights from the draft plans.

  • May 3 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
  • May 4 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.

An online session will be held on May 29 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m

To learn more and view engagement sessions in other Sea to Sky communities, visit the link here.

BC Parks 2025 Day-Use Pass Changes at Garibaldi Park

For the 2025 season, day-use passes will be required during the following times:  

  • Friday through Monday and holidays from June 13 to October 13 at Rubble Creek and Diamond Head.  
  • Each day from June 13 to September 1 and Friday through Monday from September 2  until October 13 at Cheakamus.

Cub's Den Micro-Grants

The Squamish Youth Council has opened Cub's Den Micro-grant applications to not-for-profit organizations based in Squamish!

Up to $2,000 is available per idea, event, initiative, or project focused on making Squamish a better place for youth. The deadline to apply is Monday, April 28, so time is running out.

To apply for funding, please visit the link here.

Let’s make something amazing happen in our community!

Pitch-In Week Returns

The District of Squamish is once again taking part in Pitch-In Week from April 28 to May 4, 2025!

Pitch-In Week is a great opportunity for residents, students, and community groups to come together and help clean up our community. You can sign up individually, with your household or family, or join local organizations that are hosting their own initiatives.

To learn more about how it works and to register to be a part of Pitch-In Week, visit the link here.

Kids' Clothing, Toy, and Book Swap

Join us for the Kids' Clothing, Toy, and Book Swap on May 24, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Brennan Park Recreation Centre. It's the perfect time to donate some clothes, purge those outgrown toys and add a few more books to the collection.

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

• May 23 from 5 to 7 pm
• May 24 from 10 to 11 am (no later)

Don’t have anything to bring? No problem! Come and see what treasures you can find.

To learn more and to view swap guidelines, please visit the link here.

Help Shape the Future of the Foyer Gallery

We want your input on the Foyer Gallery!

Located inside the Squamish Public Library, the Foyer Gallery is one of the few public art spaces in town. The community is invited to help shape its future. Whether you're an artist or a visitor, your feedback will help:

  • Improve the gallery experience
  • Increase access to art
  • Plan for future enhancements and funding opportunities

Your voice matters in keeping local art visible, vibrant, and accessible. To take the survey, please visit the link here.

The 2025 Summer Program Guide is now online, packed with adventure camps, aquatic programs, creative arts, and so much more for all ages. Summer is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to start planning.

New this year, swimming lessons are available in both one-week and multi-week options, giving families more flexibility. Registration opens at 8 a.m. on April 29.

Whether you're looking to keep the kids active or try something new yourself, there's something for everyone. To view the online guide, please visit squamish.ca/rec.

Ice Allocation

Ice User Requests for August 18, 2025 to May 31, 2026 are now being accepted.

There will be an Ice Allocation Meeting on Wednesday, May 15, 2025, starting at 6:30 p.m. at Brennan Park Recreation Centre. Application details and the application form are available at squamish.ca/iceallocation, or call Brennan Park Recreation Centre at 604-898-3604 to request a paper copy.

Featured Programs

Wellness Through Creativity

If laughter is the best medicine, these programs are just what the doctor ordered. Join us on Wednesdays 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 to 2:30 p.m. at The 55 Activity Centre for this fun, open and interactive program that will give space to your imagination. 

Grief and Loss Conversations

Are you grieving the loss of someone close to you? Whether the loss is recent or from the past, grief can impact our daily lives. Join this free, 8-week evening session of peer support, facilitated by highly experienced volunteers. Sessions take place from May 8 to June 26, on Thursday evenings from 6  to 7 p.m. at The 55 Activity Centre. Drop-ins and late additions are welcome, but registration is highly encouraged.

Please note a correction from the April 17 eNews regarding incorrect registration contact information. Please note the updated email contact: jody.kramer@seatoskyhospicesociety.ca

Youth Triathlon

The pool facility and change rooms will be closed on May 4 until 1 p.m. for the Squamish Youth Triathlon. Come on out and cheer for the amazing young triathletes!

Upcoming Events

Local volunteer opportunities: