ALL AGES AND ABILITIES TRANSPORTATION ROUTE STUDY ON LET’S TALK SQUAMISH | The District of Squamish is exploring options for an all ages and abilities (AAA) bike route from downtown to Brackendale, on the west side of the highway. An AAA bike route is designed to meet the needs of more cyclists than a standard bike lane. It feels safe and comfortable for all users, including children, seniors, people with disabilities, and new riders. We need your input as we determine the best route, and to help identify which cycling facility types will make the route most comfortable for all riders. Please provide your input by taking our survey or showing us where you need to get to using the mapping tool. Participate now! | | DISTRICT SECURES $291,485 IN FUNDING FOR SQUAMISH CIRCULAR ECONOMY TRAILBLAZER PROGRAM | The District of Squamish has been successful in receiving $291,485 through the Province of BC’s Rural Economic Diversification and Infrastructure Program for its new Circular Economy Trailblazer Program (CETP). The CETP intends to aid local businesses to adopt circular economy practices by offering education in efficient waste reduction and diversion methods, waste reduction and reuse advisory services, and networking and collaboration opportunities. It is anticipated the CETP will contribute to the development of a collaborative, innovative, and resourceful economic market within the Squamish business community. Read the full story | | PROPERTY TAXES AND UTILITIES CAN BE PAID ONLINE | COMMUNITY NOTICES AND EVENTS | Customer advisory from BC Transit: Route 5 South Parks returns for the season Route 5 South Parks which connects downtown Squamish to the Adventure Centre, Darrell Bay, Sea to Sky Gondola, Stawamus Chief and Chances Casino has returned with the service operating seven days a week. Free weekend service is also currently available on all routes until September including statutory holidays! | Filming and Events: LOCAL IMPACTS -
The Squamish Sikh Parade and Festival return this Saturday, June 17. All are welcome to enjoy food, performances and a street parade. Please expect rolling street closures along the parade route. Cleveland Avenue between Victoria and Main Street will be closed from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the festival. -
Please expect higher traffic congestion along Logger's Lane from Friday night to Sunday due to the Squamish Vegan Festival (at the Loggers Sports Grounds and Brennan Park Campground) and the Graduation Commencement Ceremony at Brennan Park Recreation Centre. A noise permit has been issued for the Squamish Vegan Festival. -
The Squamish Off Road Triathlon will be taking place in Alice Lake Provincial Park on Sunday, June 18 - please expect higher congestion on surrounding trails this weekend. | | INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS | Latest additions to the Development Review: LOT 14 ASPEN ROAD - Rezoning Requests for a public meeting must be made within the first 21 calendar days of a project’s launch in the Development Review. If a combination of 10 separate website-based, emailed or written requests are received by the District, then the applicant will be required to hold a Public Information Meeting regarding their proposed development. View the Development Review | Summer Camps: Active Kids Camp|5.5-7 yrs July 4 - August 4 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! Book now | Zumba Toning with Taeko Tuesdays, 6 - 6:45 p.m. Come down to The 55 Activity Centre to try Zumba, a vigorous exercise that will increase your heart rate and oxygen levels to positively impact your cardiovascular system. Enhance your sense of rhythm and coordination while toning target zones including arms, core, and lower body. Book now | Youth Pool Takeover June 24 Youth Night is coming up on Saturday 24 at the Brennan Park Aquatic Centre! Pack your swimsuit, bring your friends, and come hang out amongst fellow Squamish youth for a great night! Book now | | BRENNAN PARK RECREATION CENTRE OPERATIONAL NOTICES - WAITLIST NOTIFICATIONS: Summer Camps are popular and often fill up quickly. If you are on the waitlist and are offered a space in a program, you will be contacted by automated email. Customers have a maximum of 48 hours to accept or decline before it is automatically declined and offered to the next waitlisted person.
- RECREATION SERVICES FIELD USER REQUESTS: The request deadline is June 30 for Centennial Fields, Hendrickson, Artificial Turf Field, and Howe Sound Community Field. Learn more here.
- STEAM ROOM CLOSURE: The steam room remains closed at this time due to a repair that is underway. Thank you for your patience.
| | Indigenous Storytelling by Ta Síiy̓uxwa tl’a Sḵwx̱wú7meshulh June 22, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Join Ta Síiy̓uxwa tl’a Sḵwx̱wú7meshulh (The Elders of the Squamish People) for an hour of storytelling including an Elder sharing stories from their life and culture with an opportunity for questions. This event will be held in the library’s Meeting Room. This event is part of a series of storytelling events taking place at West Vancouver Memorial Library, Squamish Nation Elder’s Centre, Totem Hall, and the Squamish Public Library. Registration is required. Learn more | Community Book Club: The House in the Cerulean Sea June 22, 7 – 8:30 p.m. June is Pride month! For our next Community Book Club, we are reading The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune. The House in the Cerulean Sea is an enchanting love story, masterfully told, about the profound experience of discovering an unlikely family in an unexpected place―and realizing that family is yours. The library has copies on a first-come-first-served basis. Learn more | Guided Bat Walk with Felix Martinez July 12, 8:30 – 10 p.m. Join the library after hours on a guided bat walk in the estuary with wildlife biologist Felix Martinez! Bats come out at dusk, and we will meet before the sun goes down to learn about bats, their habitat, and acoustics. You’ll have the opportunity to learn how to use one of the library’s bat detectors, too! This event is free and everyone who can stay up late is welcome. Learn more | | | | | |
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