Neighbourhood Commercial Nodes Zoning Bylaws

Council will consider first, second, and third readings of two proposed zoning amendment bylaws related to future neighbourhood nodes on Tuesday, January 13, at 6 p.m.

Information on what's being proposed, the Neighbourhood Nodes Engagement Summary, frequently asked questions, and background information, is available on Let's Talk Squamish.

Tree Management Bylaw Review

Meaningful bylaw updates involve community input. This survey will help us decide on the height, size, and cost requirements of tree removal in the District. A Tree Management Bylaw has the potential to preserve and help foster greater tree canopy coverage in our community.

If you want to have a say in what our tree canopy looks like in the future - this survey will capture your voice and help shape changes to the Tree Management Bylaw.

Take the survey today! letstalksquamish.ca/tree-bylaw

Survey closes at 4 p.m. on January 11.

2026 Business Licences

Still need to renew your Squamish Business Licence? Don't forget you can now pay online!

Visit squamish.ca/payonline and use your Account Number and Access Code found on your renewal notice. If you do not have your Account Number or Access Code, email businesslicence@squamish.ca. Please allow 24 to 48 hours to receive the information.

Other payment options can be found at squamish.ca/business-licence-renewal

New Landfill Hours and Fees

New operating hours for the Squamish Landfill are now in effect as well as increased fees to help with the continuing costs of upgrading the landfill and to encourage the diversion of waste to recycling and re-use.

New operating hours: 

• From December to February: Open daily from 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
• From March to November: Open daily from  9 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
• December 24 & 31: Open from 9 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.
• December 25 & January 1: Closed

Please note, totes must be curbside by 7:15 a.m. on collection days.

Visit squamish.ca/landfill to view new tipping fees and to find more information.

BC Tranist Service Changes

BC Transit expanded services on certain routes in Squamish beginning Sunday, January 4, to provide better access to transit for the community.

Changes will include additional trips as well as some minor route and time adjustments across the system to improve connections.

For more information about trip planning, schedules and to sign up for customer alerts, please visit bctransit.com/squamish

FortisBC Traffic Impact Notice

Finch Drive between Loggers Lane and Highway 99 is currently single-lane alternating and will be fully closed beginning January 12.

The closure will remain in place through the duration of work (pipeline installation) which is expected to be complete September 2026.

RCMP detachment access will be maintained.

Find more information and project updates here.

An account number is required in order to renew your licence online. Account numbers are listed on your renewal notice. If you do not have your account number, please contact Community Bylaw Services at bylaw@squamish.ca.

Residents can renew their dog licences for a discounted fee before January 31. The January 31 discount date is set by bylaw and is the same date each year.

Dog licences may also be renewed in-person at Municipal Hall and the RCMP Detachment Front Counter (1000 Finch Drive) between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday.

Infrastructure Upgrades

• Xwu’nekw Park Sea Dike upgrades continue.
• Loggers East Storm Sewer project continues on Finch Drive.

squamish.ca/building-our-future

Upcoming Events

• Art Classes at the 55 Activity Centre - Various Dates

Local volunteer opportunities:

• Visit the Volunteer Connector to see more opportunities