District update

June 13, 2025

Thank you heros banner put on Fire Hall 2 by residents.

Dryden Creek Wildfire

The ongoing Dryden Creek Wildfire has been a big part of the week for our community.

This has been an extensive coordinated effort amongst multiple agencies, who continue to work together to attack this fire, and fire fighting efforts will continue in the weeks ahead. At this time, containment lines on the south and southwest flanks continue to hold. We are grateful for all support from first responders and the crews who have been working tirelessly.

We have been incredibly heartened by the community response, and would like to thank all who have delivered food to first responders, reached out with support, and shared messages of support and thanks. The above photograph is a message left outside Squamish Fire Hall 2 by community members. 

Those looking to offer support may contact eoc.logisticschief@squamish.ca

Please continue to refer to squamish.ca/dryden for the most up-to-date information.

Be mindful of your water use while there in increased consumption from fighting the wildfire.

Due to increased water consumption related to the wildfire response, our community's overall water demand is much higher than usual. Your efforts can help us avoid moving to higher water restrictions. Thank you for your cooperation and support. For more information on current water use restrictions, please visit: squamish.ca/water

Stage 1 water restrictions remain in effect.

Coming up at council


Special Business Meeting
Tuesday, June 17 at 11:30 a.m.

Regular Council
Tuesday, June 17 at 6 p.m.

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Mayor Hurford and Councillor Stoner

Drop-in chat with the Mayor

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

When: Wednesday, June 18 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

Annual report cover page

District of Squamish 2024 Annual Report released

The District of Squamish 2024 Annual Municipal Report will be presented at the June 17 Special Business Meeting in Council Chambers, Municipal Hall, located at 37955 Second Avenue, Squamish, B.C.

The 2024 Annual Report is available for public
viewing either:

  • In person at Municipal Hall (37955 Second Avenue, Squamish, BC), Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
  • Online at the District’s website: squamish.ca/annualreport

Questions and input from the public are welcome and may be submitted by:

  • Email to info@squamish.ca
  • Mail to PO Box 310, Squamish, BC V8B 0A3
  • Hand delivery to 37955 Second Avenue, Squamish

The deadline for written submissions is 12 p.m. on June 17, 2025.

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FIRE BAN IN EFFECT

The District of Squamish has implemented a municipal campfire ban effective Tuesday, June 10.

A ban on Category 2 and Category 3 open fires remains in effect. All open fires within the District of Squamish are prohibited and all campfire permits are suspended until the ban is rescinded.

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Property Tax and Utilities Payments are Due July 2, 2025

A late penalty of 5% will be applied after July 2, 2025. A second 5% penalty will be applied after July 31, 2025

Property owners will be sent separate property  tax and utility notices.

If you have not received your notices, please  contact Financial Services for assistance at 604-815-5035.

Property owners are encouraged to create a MyCity account to access their Property Tax and Utility notices online.

Let's Talk Squamish

Government Road Supportive and Affordable Housing

BC Housing, Squamish Community Housing Society and Squamish Helping Hands Society, in partnership with the District of Squamish, are proposing to build approximately 165 new homes at 39900 Government Road and Centennial Way.

This project would include two buildings. The first building would feature approximately 60 to 65 supportive homes, and the second building would feature approximately 100 affordable rental homes. This project is a major part of our effort to build much-needed rental homes for Squamish residents across a range of incomes.

Visit the Supportive and Affordable Housing project page

Stormwater Survey

The District of Squamish is developing an Integrated Stormwater Management
Plan for Brackendale, Garibaldi Highlands and Garibaldi Estates.

We want to hear from you!
Help shape the future of stormwater management in your neighbourhood by
taking our community survey. Your feedback, along with technical analysis, will
help guide future infrastructure investments and shape how we communicate
and engage with the community on upcoming projects.

Survey open until June 30.

Take the Sustainable Stormwater Survey

Local events and initiatives

Annual Road Line Painting

Annual road line painting is anticipated to start June 16. Work is taking place in all neighbourhoods and is expected to be completed by end of July.

Work will take place at night to limit traffic impacts. Disruptions will include noise, traffic delays, and paint odours. 

Please watch out for wet paint and crews working. 

Sikh Parade Postponed

Unfortunately due to the ongoing wildfire, the Squamish Sikh Parade, scheduled for this Saturday, June 14, has been cancelled.

This event will be postponed to a later date, that has not yet been announced.

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Squamish Arts Mural Camps

Squamish Arts is hosting two Youth Mural Camps this summer: 

  • Spray Paint Mural Camp with Jessa Gilbert, July 7 - July 11.
  • Floor Mural Camp with Alex Fowkes, August 5 - August 8.

More information can be found at: squamisharts.com

Spray Paint Floor Mural

Stage 1 Water restrictions in effect. Residents can water with a sprinkler two days per week depending on  their address between 4 am to 10am and 7 pm to 10 pm. Odd address Thursday and Sunday. Even addresses Wednesday and Saturday.
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2025 Chipper Dates

Squamish FireSmart is hosting Chipper Days for the 2025 wildfire season. 

Hospital Hill: May 26 (completed)
Garibaldi Highlands: June 16-20
University Highlands: June 23
North Yards: July 14
Valleycliffe/ Crumpet Woods: July 21-24
Loggers East/ Mamquam: August 11
Brackendale: August 18-21
Dentville: September 8
Paradise Valley: September 15-18

Please have your chipping out for 8 a.m. on your chipper date. For more information on what is accepted, visit: squamish.ca/firesmart

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Landfill Closure

The landfill will be closed on June 16 for scale re-calibration. This routine maintenance ensures the weigh scale provides accurate readings and meets regulatory standards.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

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Recreation and culture.

LEAP – T-Rex Trekkers 3-5yrs
July 21-25, 9-11 a.m.

In this session, we'll be trekking back in time to trace the tracks of the T-Rex and other dinosaurs. Your budding paleontologists will love to explore the world of the dinosaurs with us.

Active Kids Camp 6-9yrs
Get your kids outdoors this summer! Opportunities for your kids to learn new skills, make new friends and have a lot of fun! Offering a range of activities and games each day including Yoga, hiking, gymnastics, soccer and much more! *Note this camp does NOT run out of Brennan Park Recreation Centre. This camp will meet at Rose Park.

Exciting Aquatic Courses 13-18yrs

  • National Lifeguard: July 4-19
  • Bronze Medallion: July 21-25
  • Bronze Cross: July 28-August 1
  • Swim Instructor: August 11-15

Circuit Training 101
Learn the basics of circuit training at Westwinds Senior Living. Rotate through a series of conditioning exercises that target a variety of muscle groups and improves your balance, agility and mobility, while strengthening cardiovascular endurance. Drop-ins welcome, if space permits.

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