December 29, 2023

DISTRICT HOLIDAY HOURS

The District of Squamish facilities are operating with modified hours until January 2, 2024.

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COMING UP AT COUNCIL

The schedule for 2023 Council Meetings has ended.

The first Council meeting of 2024 will take place Tuesday, January 9.

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NEW YEAR'S EVE FIREWORKS PERMITS

Permit applications for New Year’s Eve fireworks are now available online. The permit is free and can be applied for in just a few minutes. Any person applying for a fireworks permit must be at least 19 years of age. Fireworks will only be permitted for use on private property with the owner’s signed consent.

Permits are only valid between 8 p.m. Sunday, December 31, 2023, and 12:30 a.m. Monday, January 1, 2024.

Permit applications close at 4 p.m. on Sunday, December 31. A map of the number of permits in each neighbourhood will be published at 5:30 p.m. on December 31.

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LANDFILL TIPPING FEES

On January 2, 2024, some of the tipping fees at the Squamish Landfill will change to help cover the continuing costs of upgrading the landfill and to encourage the diversion of waste to recycling and re-use.

 

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ONLINE PAYMENTS NOW AVAILABLE

The District of Squamish has recently upgraded its systems to allow online payments. eCommerce is an easy, convenient and secure online service to make one-time payments by credit card. A login is not required, however details located on your renewal notice will be needed to pay for your business and dog licence.  

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2024 Business Licences

District of Squamish 2024 Business Licence Renewal Notices have been mailed. All licences must be renewed before December 31 (please note Municipal Hall is closed from December 25 through January 1).

Please note our online payment system will not currently accept any payments over $2,000. Any payment over $2,000 must be paid at the Community Planning Department in the District of Squamish Municipal Hall.

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2024 Dog Licences

District of Squamish 2024 Dog Licence Renewal Notices have been mailed and can now be renewed online!

Get your dog’s licence before January 31 to qualify for the discounted rate.

Please note new account registration and new dog registration must be done in person. All dogs must be registered within 30 days of moving to Squamish and all dogs over eight weeks must be licensed.

For inquiries, please contact Animal Control at 604.815.6866.

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Bylaw tickets

The new online system allows payment for: 

  • Parking Tickets
  • Bylaw Enforcement Notices
  • Tickets issued by District of Squamish Bylaw Department or Animal Control

This system is only for taking online payments and is not for submitting disputes. If you have a dispute to submit please contact the Bylaw Department at 604.815.5045 or by email. 

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COMMUNITY NOTICES AND EVENTS

Holiday Schedule Change Reminder

Squamish residents who receive regular collection days on New Year's Day, January 1 (garbage) will receive rescheduled pickup on New Year's Eve, December 31 (garbage).

 

Sign up for Collection Schedule and Electronic Reminders

Need to dispose of your natural Christmas Tree?

🎄 Remove all tinsel and decorations and cut off all branches.
🎄 Cut the tree trunk to no longer than three feet and no more than three inches in diameter.
🎄 Ensure all pieces easily fit into the tote, allowing the lid to close and lock.
🎄Deliver to the Squamish Landfill as yard waste or put cuts into your organics tote for collection.

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Winter conditions are here

With the ongoing colder temperatures, Squamish residents can start to prepare for the winter weather by visiting squamish.ca and familiarising themselves with changes to local conditions and services including ice and snow control, changes to parking, waste management tips and more.

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BC Transit Holiday Service

Please note BC Transit will be running the following modified hours over the holiday period:

» December 27-30: Regular Service.

» December 31 Day: Sunday Service.

» December 31 Evening only: Free Service after 8 p.m.

» January 1: Sunday Service.

» January 2: Regular Service

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Welcome the New Year at Brennan Park!

January 1, 12-3 p.m.

2024's first skate is your chance to bedazzle in your sparkly outfit. Come and meet up with friends and socialize while skating in this fun environment. Skate patrol are on the ice to supervise and support skaters. No strollers on the ice during this time.

New Prenatal Yoga classes!

Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Connect with your baby in this powerful practice designed to support you on the transformative journey of becoming a mother. Suitable for all trimesters, these empowering classes will teach you valuable tools to strengthen and prepare your body for birth.

Infant Massage

Begins January 16

Infant Massage is a wonderful way to support your baby's health and well-being while also enhancing your relationship! In this five-class series, you will learn how to give your baby a full body massage, including specific strokes to help with difficulties such as colic and constipation.

 View schedules and book your spot! 

BRENNAN PARK RECREATION CENTRE
OPERATIONAL NOTICES

  • BPRC Holiday Hours:
    December 31: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
    January 1: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

  • The 55 Activity Centre:
    December 23 to January 8: Closed
    Normal hours of operation will resume Tuesday, January 9.

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Local Events and Initiatives

Upcoming Events

 

We look forward to seeing you in 2024!

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