Watch the HEART and HEARTH Presentation to Council BC Housing presented to Committee of the Whole earlier this week on the HEART & HEARTH temporary transitional housing project planned for Squamish, and the 39900 Government Road Supportive Housing project. The presentation provided details on how the HEARTH program will be implemented in Squamish, who it will help, and how the HEARTH site will be managed. The presentations and discussion are available for viewing on our YouTube channel.
Watch the presentations now:
https://youtu.be/iKnkP1n6Tf4?t=3188 | | Free Retrofit Assist
Home Air Sealing Program Want to improve your home’s energy efficiency and costs? The District of Squamish has partnered with the Community Energy Association, Youth Climate Corps BC, and Sitka Home Energy Solutions to offer FREE home energy assessments and basic air sealing services to households across Squamish. Here are the details: - A Certified Energy Advisor will test to find drafts in your home.
- You’ll get 3–4 hours of targeted air sealing of windows, doors, vents, outlets, and more.
| | - Get personalized coaching and a written report.
- All absolutely FREE.
The program runs through August 2026 and is open to homes with a natural gas connection (such as a fireplace, furnace or gas range). For more information and to register, go to retrofitassist.ca/squamish-air-sealing. | Recreate Responsibly Whether you love hiking, biking, climbing or any of the other outdoor adventures in Squamish, safety is always key to every enjoyable trail or backcountry outing. Now that summer weather has arrived, here are a few simple tips to help you stay safe while recreating in Sea to Sky country. - Never travel alone.
- Leave a trip plan with family or friends.
- Know the terrain and conditions.
- Be aware of cell coverage in the area.
- Have a reliable way to call for help.
- Check the weather before heading out.
- Wear or carry suitable clothing and footwear.
- Know your physical limits to avoid injury and exhaustion.
| | If you do get lost or injured: - Remain calm and don’t panic.
- Stop moving and stay in one place.
- Seek or make shelter.
- Make sure you’re visible.
For more on outdoor safety, go to the Squamish Search and Rescue website at squamishsar.org/outdoor-safety. | About Squamish Water Restrictions Wondering why Squamish water restrictions are different from Vancouver and the rest of the Lower Mainland? It’s because the Ring Creek Aquifer is the source of regular drinking water for the community. While the aquifer is reliant on glacier melt and snowmelt primarily, the changes in snowpack take longer to show up in our water supply, whereas surface water storage, which is what Vancouver has, is more reliant on the yearly snowpack to feed their water system. Our water restrictions are in place to: | | - Meet peak summertime demands.
- Help maintain stream flow for spawning salmon
- Ensure adequate water supply is available in the event of a fire or other emergency.
- Manage the pumping and storage capacity of the water supply and distribution system.
- Delay (or even avoid) costly water system upgrades.
So, remember: As temperatures rise, be water wise! Learn more about water conservation at squamish.ca/water. | 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 go to squamish.ca/adventure-centre-eoi. | Recycling Pop-Up - June 27 The District, in collaboration with GFL Squamish, is offering a FREE recycling pop-up June 27 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! | | Squamish Landfill
Pilot Reusable Wood Program The Squamish Landfill continues to offer its pilot program that allows residents to come to the landfill and take wood for FREE from the wood bays. The program aims to help save wood chipping costs and provide the opportunity to give wood that has been brought to the landfill a second life. Here's how it works: -
Get a Wood Reuse Card from the scale operator. -
Take as much wood as you want for free! -
Exit the landfill… enjoy your free wood! For Squamish Landfill location and hours, go to squamish.ca/landfill. | | 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. | | Wildlife Wednesday – Weekly Recap Western Toads are on the Move! Squamish may be bear country, but it is also home to thousands of tiny western toadlets that have just begun their annual mass migration. These cute little amphibians are heading up into the forests of Garibaldi Highlands, crossing many of the trails in that area. Later in the summer, they will also be migrating around Alice Lake Provincial Park, Lucille Lake and Whistler’s Lost Lake. Western Toads are a yellow listed species in B.C., which means they are protected under the British Columbia Wildlife Act. Toadlets tend to be most active at dusk and dawn. Please give them space, and whatever you do, DO NOT TOUCH THE TOADS! Residue from our skin can harm them. | | How you can help keep them safe: - Drive slowly near wetlands, ponds, and known migration routes
- Watch for signage and temporary detours in high‑movement areas
- Avoid biking or walking through clusters of toadlets on trails or roads
- Keep pets close to prevent accidental harm
- Report large groups to help local monitoring efforts
These toadlets may be tiny, but together they play a huge role in our local ecosystem. For more info, go to squamishenvironment.ca/projects/western-toad-monitoring-project. | Temporary Closure Notice: Squamish Landfill Please be advised that the Squamish Landfill and Recycling Depot will be closed all day on July 2, 2026. The one-day, temporary closure is in place for annual scale maintenance and recalibration. We apologize for any inconvenience. Use the District's Waste Wizard to find alternative drop off locations for your recyclable items. For more information on the Squamish Landfill and Recycling Depot, go to squamish.ca/landfill. | | Traffic Impact Notice:
Depot Road Please be advised that single-lane alternating traffic will be in effect June 22 to August 14 on the north side of Depot Road from Highway 99 to Government Road from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday. The work is part of Depot Road Active Transportation Upgrades and construction of a new protected, multi-use pathway that will connect to the existing bike lanes on Government Road. This project will increase safety for all users at intersections by improving lighting, installing rectangular rapid flashing beacons and enhancing accessibility. | | 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. | | Campfire Ban in Effect All campfires within the District are currently prohibited and all campfire permits have been suspended until the ban is rescinded. Campfire permit holders received a notification of the ban and suspension of the permit. A reminder that the following is never allowed within District of Squamish boundaries: - NO fires in any public space including forests, riverbanks, mountainside, beaches
- NO open Air Burning, including but not limited to, yard waste, garden debris and construction materials
| | The campfire prohibition does not apply to cooking stoves that use gas, or propane, or portable campfire devices that use liquid, or gaseous fuel, provided they are CSA or ULC approved, and the height of the flame is less than 15 centimetres. To report a wildfire, unattended campfire, or open burning violation, call 911 if within the municipal boundaries or call 1-800-663-5555 toll-free or *5555 on a cell phone. | Infrastructure Upgrades - Annual Watermain Upgrades continue in Brackendale.
- Depot Road Active Transportation Upgrgades continue.
| | Recreation Programs & Events | Dance Sampler - Half-Day Camp (5-12 yrs)
July 6-10, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Brennan Park Recreation Centre Get ready to move, groove, and explore movement! This camp introduces young dancers to a variety of styles (ballet, jazz, and creative movement) in a fun, playful environment. Perfect for all levels, this camp encourages imagination, coordination, and confidence, all while having a blast with music and movement. A great way for dancers to discover their favorite style and build a love for dance! There will be a short performance at the end of the week, allowing the students to perform the dances they have learnt. For details and registration, go here.
Summer Pool Schedule in Effect June 28 Beat the summer rush and avoid surprises by checking the weekly pool schedule before your visit! squamish.ca/pool
Happy Canada Day!
July 1
Lane Swim: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Public Swim: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The 55 Activity Centre: Summer Hours Monday to Friday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Saturday, Sunday: CLOSED
Canada Day - Wednesday, July 1: CLOSED
📆 Click here to view the monthly activity calendar. | Notice of Temporary Closures | The 55 Activity Centre – Monday, July 6 The facility will be closed all day Monday, July 6, due to a building power outage for maintenance work. Regular programming will resume on Tuesday, July 7. We apologize for any inconvenience. |
Local volunteer opportunities:
| | The District of Squamish is located within the Squamish Nation Traditional Territory
Ha7lh en sḵwálwen Kwis tl’iḵnúmut tl’a Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw | | | | |
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