July 10, 2026
 

Committee of the Whole
Tuesday, July 14, at 9 a.m.

Special Business Meeting
Tuesday, July 14, at 2:30 p.m.

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Drop-In Chat with the Mayor

Please join Mayor Armand Hurford and Councillor John French for casual community conversations among fellow Squamish residents at Municipal Hall. All are welcome!

When: Wednesday, July 15 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where: Municipal Hall, 37955 Second Avenue (Council Chambers)

RSVP is encouraged to communications@squamish.ca.

2027 Permissive Tax Exemption Applications

The District of Squamish is now accepting applications for Permissive Tax Exemptions. 

Permissive Tax Exemptions are a method that the District of Squamish, supported by Council, may support voluntary non-profit organizations by exempting land or improvements or both, from taxation under Section 224 of the Community Charter.

If your organization can demonstrate eligibility, you are welcome to apply for an exemption. The deadline to apply is July 31, 2026, for exemptions beginning for the 2027 taxation year.

For more information, please contact 604-892-5217.

squamish.ca/grants

Register Early to Vote in the October Municipal Election

Get ready to vote in 2026!

The next General Local Election is happening on October 17, 2026. You can make voting quick and easy by registering in advance with Elections BC. The deadline to be on the voters' list is August 18, 2026.

Being registered means:

  • A faster check-in at voting places
  • No need to bring as much ID
  • You’ll receive important voting information

Register or update your information today at www.elections.bc.ca.

Recycling Pop-Up – July 11

The District, in collaboration with GFL Squamish, is offering a FREE recycling pop-up Saturday, July 11 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Stan Clarke Park.

Residents can drop off the following materials that are not accepted in your curbside recycling tote:

  • Glass
  • Electronics
  • Flexible Plastics
  • Styrofoam
  • Batteries
  • Vapes

Staff will be on hand to answer any questions about recycling and help sort materials. Don’t forget to participate in the recycling quiz for a chance to win cool prizes!

Recreate Responsibly

Understanding we're a rain or shine community, the District would like to remind the public to enjoy our beautiful outdoors safely and responsibly this weekend.

  • Make a trip plan
  • Pay attention on the trails
  • Wear appropriate footwear
  • Carry a map
  • Carry water, food and a cell phone
  • Tell someone where you’re going and when you expect to be home
  • Check trail conditions for updates or closures before heading out

Know your limits! Play safe, be prepared.

For more tips and resources on outdoor safety visit → squamish.ca/responsible-recreation.

Free Retrofit Assist
Home Air Sealing Program

Improve your home's comfort, efficiency, and energy costs.

This program offers free home energy assessments and basic air sealing services to eligible households across Squamish.

Come find out more at Open Street Day in Downtown Squamish on July 25!

The program runs through August 2026. For more information and to register, go to retrofitassist.ca/squamish-air-sealing.

Squamish Adventure Centre Lease Opportunity

Create a standout food & beverage/retail experience in one of Squamish’s most visited destinations! 

This is a rare chance to secure a high‑profile  space right at the gateway to the Sea to Sky Corridor. Located inside the iconic Squamish Adventure Centre, this space’s unparalleled visibility ensures your business stands out to everyone driving along Highway 99.

Benefits:

  • Situated beside visitor information centre, gift shop, exhibits, event spaces
  • Premium commercial space
  • Located right off Highway 99
  • Constant flow of guests

Don’t miss out on this one‑of‑a‑kind opportunity to elevate your brand to the fullest in front of locals, tourists, and adventure‑seekers alike. For more info visit squamish.ca/adventure-centre-eoi.

2026 Chipper Dates

FireSmart is hosting Chipper Days for the 2026 wildfire season. Check below to find the scheduled date for your neighbourhood:

Dentville: July 20
Brackendale: July 21-24
Downtown/SEAandSKY: September 21-22

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.

Stage 1 Water Restrictions in Effect

Water conservation helps to avoid or delay costly water system upgrades.

Thank you for doing your part!

Stage 1 limits sprinkler use for lawns, trees, flowers, and shrubs to two days per week:

Even addresses → Wednesday & Saturday
Odd addresses → Thursday & Sunday

Lawn watering with a sprinkler is allowed from 4 to 10 a.m. and 7 to 10 p.m. on those days. Hand watering with a container or device with an automatic shut-off is allowed on any day, and at any time.

Visit squamish.ca/water for more details.

Infrastructure Upgrades

  • Annual road line painting work is taking place in all neighbourhoods. Beginning July 13 and continuing for 3 to 4 weeks.
  • Wastewater System Upgrades continue in Dentville.
  • Annual Watermain Upgrades continue in Brackendale.
  • Phased construction on Squamish River Dike at Harris and Dryden Pump Stations and Central Lift Station through to November.

 

  • Depot Road Active Transportation Upgrades continue. The project will provide safe, comfortable and accessible pedestrian and cyclist access, and improve lighting and accessibility for all users. Residents should expect increased noise level and single-lane alternating traffic during construction hours (7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday).

squamish.ca/building-our-future

squamish.ca/review

Wildlife Wednesday – Weekly Recap

Did you know that bears are omnivores, just like us?

Although they do enjoy eating meat on occasions, 85% of their diet consists of plants, and they have a preference for berries and fruits when available as they are a good source of calories.

While fruit from domestic trees may seem harmless for bears, it leads to food-conditioning behaviours, drawing them into our communities. This increases interactions and conflicts with people.

You can help your community by securing your attractants:
  • Electric fencing is an excellent way to protect your harvest.
  • A well-managed fruit tree is pruned to have a healthy and manageable harvest.
  • Pick fruit early and allow it to ripen indoors or pick daily as it ripens.
  • Do not allow windfall to accumulate on the ground.
  • If you do not want the fruit, prune the tree vigorously to prevent blossoms or spray blossoms with a garden hose to knock them off in spring.
  • If you would like to make the fruit available to others, contact a local fruit exchange program or food bank (Squamish: 4-H Club)
  • Consider replacement with a native, non-fruit bearing variety.

Remember, domestic fruit is to feed people, not bears. Visit squamish.ca/wildlife for more information.
 

Recreation Programs & Events

Field User Allocation Meeting for Season 2
Wednesday, July 15, 5:30 at Brennan Park Recreation Centre

For information on field allocation visit squamish.ca/field-allocation.

Brennan Park Recreation Centre Celebration
July 16, 3 to 5 p.m. at Brennan Park Recreation Centre​​​​​​​

Join us between 3 and 5 p.m. to celebrate the completion of the Green and Accessibility Retrofit Project (Project One) and enjoy games, trivia, cake, giveaways and a free public swim (until 4pm). Plus, learn about the behind-the-scenes work to make our recreation centre more energy efficient and accessible.

Treasure Hunters Summer Camp – 7-12yrs
August 10-14, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.,  at Brennan Park Recreation Centre

We are searching for buried treasure! Come and discover how to use a treasure map and follow clues to find the reward. This camp will go swimming in the pool.

Camps are filling up fast, so sign up soon to secure your spot! For more information visit squamish.ca/rec.
 


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