BC Transit Fall Service Expansion in Squamish

BC Transit and the District of Squamish are advising customers of a seasonal service change and service expansion, effective September 2, 2025.

To help improve travel opportunities between Brackendale, Garibaldi, Valleycliffe and Downtown Squamish, more service will be offered on the following routes:

• Route 1 Brackendale
• Route 2 Highlands
• Route 3 Valleycliffe
• Route 9 University

Learn more about the BC Transit fall service expansion here.

School is Back in Session: Tuesday, September 2

The District of Squamish urges all drivers to slow down and take their time on the road as Squamish youth head back to school next week.

• 30km/h is the school zone speed limit between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. on any school day.
• Watch for children as they make their way to and from school on foot, skateboards, scooters, and bikes.
• Keep sidewalks and bike lanes clear for youth to travel safely.
• No parking or stopping in designated No Parking areas.

Visit squamish.ca/safe-routes to view our Active and Safe Routes to School maps.

Remaining Chipper Dates for the 2025 Wildfire Season

The next Community Chipper Day is Monday, September 8 for Dentville residents.

Chipping operations will take place between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Branch piles/materials should be placed curbside the night before or before 8 a.m. the day of.

To learn more about Community Chipper Days visit squamish.ca/firesmart

Notice of Traffic Impact: Skyline Drive

Work on Skyline Drive for a culvert replacement has begun and will continue until Wednesday, September 10. Work will take place between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. and requires two full day closures, with the remaining date:

• Thursday, September 4 (date subject to change)

Traffic will be detoured through Highlands Way South during full-day closures. For all other work days, please expect single lane alternating traffic and minor delays.

Please obey all traffic control personnel and signage during this time.

Thank you for your patience while this work is taking place.

We apologize for the omission of the first closure day in last week’s e-news, and for any inconvenience caused as a result.

Notice of Construction Activity: Mount Garibaldi Cemetery

The cemetery is approaching capacity and needs expansion. Once complete, the cemetery services will be expanded to include green burials and a scattering garden. 

Construction will begin August 25 and continue through December. 

Visitors should expect construction noise and activities Monday to Friday, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

squamish.ca/cemeteryexpansion

Infrastructure Upgrades

• Installation work on the watermain near Bill’s Place has been paused and will resume early September.
• Sanitary forcemain upgrade on Pia Road continues.
• Watermain upgrade on Birken Road continues.
• Annual road painting refresh program is underway. Crews are working at night to limit traffic impacts.
• Work on the Victoria Street Active Transportation Upgrades continues.

squamish.ca/building-our-future

OCP Engagement: Focus on Housing

We invite you to share your input before second reading takes place this fall. The public comment period is still open for Official Community Plan (OCP) Amendment Bylaw No. 3139 (OCP Bylaw 3139). These Provincially mandated amendments aim to align the District’s OCP with long-range housing needs identified in the Squamish Interim Housing Needs Report.

Take a short survey and submit your comments by visiting Let's Talk Squamish. 

Get in your Comfort Zone with Retrofit Assist!

Homeowners who are looking to make their houses more energy-efficient and comfortable have access to a FREE, one-to-one guidance session through the Retrofit Assist program.

Retrofit Assist will also work with the local construction industry to provide training and professional development courses so Squamish workers can benefit from the projected boom in retrofit activity in the future.

Homeowners interested in participating in Retrofit Assist are encouraged to visit retrofitassist.ca/squamish for more information.

Contractors can join the program at retrofitassist.ca/contractors.

Upcoming Events

• Fall Get Together - September 2
• Brackendale Fall Fair - September 6
• Gran Fondo - September 6
• Curbside Tune-up - through summer

Local volunteer opportunities:

• Visit the Volunteer Connector to see more opportunities.