Let's Talk: Co-Living in Squamish

We invite you to complete a short online survey to gather input from the community on the regulatory approach for Co-Living. Your input will help inform a draft Zoning Bylaw Amendment, which will be presented to Council for consideration.

Project updates and materials will continue to be posted on the LetsTalkSquamish.ca/co-living page as the work progresses.

The survey is open for input until May 5.

Let's Talk: Ravenswood Park Update

Ravenswood neighbourhood residents are invited to fill out a community survey, seeking input to help us prioritize activations for the Ravenswood Park within available funding.

The District also encourages neighbourhood residents to reach out if there is interest in volunteering, fundraising, or collaborating with staff to expand the opportunities to improve the park. If you are interested in becoming a neighbourhood champion to enhance the park, please reach out to: planning@squamish.ca.

We welcome the neighbourhood to join us in-person to chat about ideas, concerns, and priorities for Ravenswood Park. We will have snacks and activities for kids!

Date: Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Time: 4 – 6 p.m.
Location: 39296 Falcon Crescent

More information at: letstalksquamish.ca/ravenswood.

Caution: Bear Encounter 

Trail users are advised to be alert following recent bear activity along the Mamquam Spawning Channel Trail Network. Wednesday evening, a surprise encounter involving a dog walker and black bear sow with a yearling
resulted in a defensive bluff charge after the leashed dog became agitated. The individual was able to safely leave the area with their dog.

Trail users are reminded to:

• Stay alert. Look out for signs of bear activity like fresh droppings and avoid overgrown trails.
• Make your presence known by making noise (e.g., clapping or calling out).

Impact Notice: Parking Lot Paving

Paving will take place at the Brennan Park Recreation Centre Turf Field parking area is ongoing, with line painting scheduled for April 27. Note, dates are subject to change as this work is weather dependent.

Impacts include:

• Temporary full closure of the parking lot and access road for two days.
• No vehicle access permitted during this time, including staff, visitors, and facility users.
• Reduced parking availability, partial closures and/or restricted access to sections of the lot prior to and following paving days.

The paving work is being done to enhance comfort and accessibility for all users of the Brennan Park facilities and includes line painting and the installation of speed bumps on the access road. Thanks for your patience.

Retrofit Assist 

Thinking about upgrading your home in 2026? The smartest first step is an EnerGuide Evaluation. It shows where your home is losing energy, so you can focus on upgrades that actually make a difference.

129 Squamish households have already gone through Retrofit Assist to see how their homes are performing - and where they can improve. For a limited time, subsidies are available for EnerGuide Evaluations.

It's a simple first step that can save you time, money and guesswork.

Learn more about EnerGuide Evaluations and how to get started at www.retrofit.ca/squamish.

Infrastructure Upgrades

• Wastewater system upgrades continue.
• Victoria Street Active Transportation Upgrades continue.

squamish.ca/building-our-future

2026 Chipper Dates

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

Valleycliffe/Crumpit Woods: May 4-7
Garibaldi Highlands: June 1-5
University Highlands: June 8
Garibaldi Estate/Tantalus: June 9-10
Loggers East/Mamquam: June 11
Hospital Hill: June 12
Northyards: June 15
Paradise Valley: June 16-19
Dentville: July 20
Brackendale: July 21-24

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.

New Trees Planted on Centennial Way

The District has completed new vegetation plantings near the Pickleball/Tennis courts on Centennial Drive, which will provide shade and wind protection for court users.

The vegetation was planted as part of our replacement program following the removal of trees on Tantalus Road to facilitate a new multi-use pathway in 2024.

Spongy Moth Treatment

The Province will conduct aerial-spray treatments from late April until June 30, 2026 in Squamish to eradicate spongy moths and minimize the risk they pose to forests, farms and trees.

The following areas will be treated in accordance with B.C.’s Integrated Pest Management Act:

• Squamish: 121 hectares – west of the intersection of Buckley Avenue and Third Avenue, to the edge of the Squamish River, and to just south of Vancouver Street.

For more information on spongy moths and treatments, visit news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2026AF0013-000329.

Alternative Approval Process (AAP): Squamish Valley Agricultural Plan Servise Establishing Bylaw

Reminder: The Alternative Approval Process (AAP) for the proposed Squamish Valley Agricultural Plan Service Establishing Bylaw is currently underway. This applies to eligible electors in Electoral Area D and District of Squamish.

→ If you are NOT OPPOSED the proposed Bylaw, you do not need to take any action.
→ If you are OPPOSED to the adoption of the proposed Bylaw, you must submit a completed elector response form by the deadline date of April 27, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.

Full details and eligibility information are available at here.

Upcoming Events

• Pitch-In Week - April 20-26
• RISE Squamish Youth Council Summit - April 26
• Stage 1 Outdoor Water Restrictions - May 1
• Grid Reslience and Peak Saver Program - May 6
• Emergency Preparedness Open House - May 6
• Let's Talk About Affordable Housing in Squamish - May 12
• Re-Use-It Fair - June 6

Local volunteer opportunities:

• Visit the Volunteer Connector to see more opportunities