September 5, 2025


Committee of the Whole
Tuesday, September 9 at 12 p.m.

Special Business Meeting
Tuesday, September 9 at 3 p.m.

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Notice of Temporary Ice Arena Closure: Brennan Park Recreation Centre

Ice arena programs will be cancelled through end of day Friday, September 12. We will provide a further update early next week on the extent of the closure.

We understand how extremely frustrating this is to our community ice users, however we are diligently reviewing the options to implement the right solution that will re-open the arena.

See squamish.ca/arena for latest news updates.
 

Air Quality Advisory: Wildfire Smoke

Ongoing smoky skies have affected air quality in Squamish with the Air Quality Health Index ranging from level 5 and up, indicating moderate to high risks from exposure.

According to the Air Quality Health Index for Squamish, forecasts are expected to have worsened air quality over the next few days.

People with pre-existing health conditions, the elderly, infants, children and sensitive individuals are more likely to experience health effects from smoke exposure. Avoid strenuous activities outdoors. Children and the elderly should also avoid outdoor physical exertion.

Visit Air Quality Health Index for Squamish for latest local updates.

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.

Note, the next and last Community Chipper Day of the year will be September 15-18 for Paradise Valley residents.

Notice of Traffic Advisory:
GranFondo

On Saturday, September 6, from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., traffic signals will be flashing, and traffic movement to and from the east side of Highway 99 will be restricted or closed. Motorists are advised to plan their travel well in advance, drive with caution, and follow posted signage.

Please view the complete list of traffic impacts for the Sea to Sky region, here


Transit Impacts: GranFondo

GranFondo will impact Squamish Transit routes between 8 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. During this time expect the following:

  • Route 1 Brackendale will travel between Downtown and Brackendale along Government Road without crossing the Highway.
  • Route 2 Highlands will provide service between the Highlands and Garibaldi Village only.
  • Route 2 Valleycliffe will not be in service.

As soon as the Highway crossings are open all routes will return to regular Saturday schedules.

Notice of Traffic Advisory: Brackendale Fall Fair

The Brackendale Fall Fair is tomorrow Saturday, September 6 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.. Please note traffic management will be in place and there will be no parking on Government Road between Depot Road and the Brackendale Farmers Institute Park. Parking is available at Brackendale Elementary School.

The Fair will result in a high volume of active transportation and pedestrians, so please drive with caution and plan for traffic delays due to intermittent highway closures associated with the GranFondo.

Have fun and stay safe!

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. The deadline to complete the survey is September 21.

Squamish Nation and District of Squamish Memorandum of Understanding

We invite you to share your awareness, priorities, and ideas on how we can best communicate and engage with you around reconciliation and the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).

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

Additionally, be sure to stop by our booth at the Brackendale Fall Fair this Saturday, September 6 and visit with some of the members of Council to discuss the recently signed MOU with the Squamish Nation. They will have material to hand out and discuss any questions the public might have regarding the MOU.

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.

Notice of Upcoming Closures: Brennan Park Recreation Centre  

As the Brennan Park Recreation Centre renovations continue, several facility closures are required to maintain public and staff safety. The current phase of the renovation work is approximately 60% complete and the contractor is working towards completion of this $21M phase by spring 2026. The Tantalus Room and ice rink change rooms are complete, and the new customer service area is 80% complete. The south lobby, universal washrooms, and the Black Tusk Room will re-open in mid September through the fall, followed by the main lobby, new reception desk, and mezzanine/elevator in early 2026.

Please note the following impacts:

Brennan Park Recreation Centre (all areas of the facility) will be CLOSED to the public on the following dates to accommodate specific renovation project activities:

  • September 17 to 19
  • September 23
  • October 9 to 10

The Aquatic Centre will also be CLOSED for annual maintenance from September 3 through October 17, with additional time added this year to accommodate a required facility-wide shutdown (impacting the entire Brennan Park facility) as part of the renovation project.

We understand the inconvenience that facility closures cause for the community and we appreciate your understanding while this important work is underway.

To find out more about the work taking place during these closures:

View Closure Update

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