DISTRICT OF SQUAMISH HOLIDAY HOURS | SQUAMISH MUNICIPAL ELECTION 2022 | The next District of Squamish election is set for Saturday, October 15. Squamish residents will vote on: - 1 Mayor
- 6 Councillors
- 2 Squamish School Board Trustees
Advanced voting opportunities will begin on Monday, October 3. General voting day including the declaration of unofficial results is on Saturday, October 15. | GATHER AT OUR NEW NEIGHBOURHOOD NOOKS | The District of Squamish is moving forward with installation of 11 Neighbourhood Nooks, following public engagement efforts earlier this summer. The Neighbourhood Nooks will provide protection from sun, rain and snow and will serve as gathering spaces in parks across our community. The budget for each structure (construction and install) is approximately $12,500 and is being funded through the Province of BC COVID-19 Restart Grant. The interior of the Nooks will be located to be visible from main pathways and adjacent roadways in order to address concerns for misuse. Learn more | | DOWNTOWN VIEWSCAPE STUDY SURVEY CLOSES NEXT WEEK | Have your say on which views should stay! Take our survey before Thursday, September 22 to let us know which views from Downtown are your favourite. Click through the survey to rank your favourite views at 10 different locations in Downtown Squamish. Learn more | | DISTRICT COUNCIL MEETINGS | The District of Squamish is saddened to learn of the passing of Thor Froslev. Thor came to Squamish in 1972 with a vision to bring arts and culture into a small B.C. logging town. This vision and a great amount of energy and passion became the legacies now known as the Brackendale Art Gallery (BAG) and Brackendale Eagle Festival. Thor was one in a million. He loved people, music and art. He made everybody feel at home at the BAG since he first opened its doors in 1973, hosting concerts, events, exhibitions and shows. He served as a member of District of Squamish Council in 1976 and 1977. Read more | | NEW PUBLIC ART INSTALLATION AT BRENNAN PARK RECREATION CENTRE | A new public art piece has been installed at Brennan Park Recreation Centre. A collaborative effort between Xwalacktun and Glenne Campbell, the piece is a re-conception of the National Flag of Canada and showcases acknowledgement and collaboration of Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) and Canadian values. The graphics portray orange t-shirts and maple leaf inscribed with West Coast First Nations symbology. The installation aims to create more opportunities for people to recognize that we all must play a role in Truth and Reconciliation. Squamish Arts awarded $12,000 in funding to Xwalacktun and Glenne Campbell from the 2022 Public Art Grants for the project. | COMMUNITY NOTICES AND EVENTS | Curbside Tune-up begins September 19 The District of Squamish, in partnership with Squamish CAN is conducting curbside checks to help improve individual organics and recycling. Auditors will visit all Squamish neighbourhoods for brief inspections of both recycling and organics totes during the week of September 19. Learn more | Squamish Youth Council applications closing soon The District of Squamish is currently accepting applications for young people aged 12-24 interested in joining the Squamish Youth Council. The Squamish Youth Council gives youth the opportunity to speak up and engage with the Mayor, District of Squamish Council and Community Leaders. Learn more | | Squamish Helping Hands: Call for volunteers Squamish Helping Hands is looking for volunteers who want to share their personal skills and interests with others at Under One Roof. This includes activities such as art, music, philosophy, bike maintenance, nature walks etc. All and any ideas welcome from Squamish residents. Squamish Helping Hands supports its volunteers by organizing activities and engaging interested residents of Under One Roof to participate. Speak to staff about available grant-funding. Learn more | Community Chipper day Community Chipper Days offer residents in select neighbourhoods the opportunity to FireSmart their property by disposing of tree limbs, and branches for free curbside chipping. The next Community Chipper Day is Saturday, September 24 for Garibaldi Highland residents who live on: - Ayr Drive
- Lanark Place
- Bluebird Place
- Pia Road
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. Learn more | | Tote exchange | Are you interested in a larger or smaller garbage tote? The deadline to request to change your garbage tote size for 2023 is September 30. Solid Waste Utility fees will vary based on the garbage tote size you choose. A $50 exchange fee will apply. Please note ninety-five gallon totes are no longer being offered. If you require a larger garbage tote than the Medium tote size (the size of your recycling tote), please email or call 604.815.5057. | | Learn more | Transit Pass promotion The District of Squamish is offering the following fare discounts: - 50% off student/senior and adult monthly passes for the months of September, October, November and December
- 50% off transit fares paid on the bus from September through December (single rides will be $1 rather than $2; day tickets will be $2 rather than $4)
Transit fares will return to regular pricing in January 2023. Learn more | | Seeking Library board members Applications are being accepted from those interested in volunteering on the Squamish Library Board. Members are expected to attend all meetings of the Board, which are held on the third Wednesday of each month, and share in other Board activities and responsibilities. Applications should be received no later than 4:30 p.m. on September 29. Learn more | EV Expo Join us at Junction Park in Downtown Squamish on Saturday, September 17 between 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. to check out a variety of electric vehicles, get information about owning an EV and have your questions answered! This event is presented to you by the Vancouver Electric Vehicle Association, Squamish CAN and the District of Squamish. Learn more | | Mamquam Road Sewer Upgrades The Mamquam Road sewer upgrade project is scheduled to start up again Monday, September 26 through December. Impacts: Mamquam Road will remain open to traffic to Highway 99, however it is possible that the westbound lane (access off Highway 99 toward Government Road) may be closed if more construction space is needed. Construction noise will be limited to hours permitted under the Noise Bylaw. | Read Crescent Watermain Watermain replacement and sanitary sewer upgrades will take place along Read Crescent and Read Place. Read Crescent will be fully repaved spring 2023. Impacts: Expect single lane alternating traffic and delays. Timeframe: September 19 to November. | Pioneer Way/Queens Way intersection upgrades Improvements to the east side of the Pioneer Way/ Queens Way intersection are currently underway. Improvements include paving, curb and sidewalk, multi-use pathway and lighting. Impacts: Expect single-lane traffic on Queens Way. Timeframe: Through early November. | | Standard First Aid Recertification - 17yrs+ Saturday, October 1 Is your 3-year certification in Standard First Aid about to expire? Our Standard First Aid Recertification course for 17yrs+ provides a review and demonstration of all SFA/CPR skills for your certification renewal. Be sure to bring your existing SFA wallet card in order to complete the training! Book now | Aquarium 55+ Bus Trip Wednesday, September 21 Join us for the next all-day bus trip for the 55+ community! Next stop: The Vancouver Aquarium! Being Canada's first official public aquarium opening in 1956, the Vancouver Aquarium is now home to thousands of incredible ocean species and amazing aquatic life. Book now | Spin Rise and Shine Wednesdays, September 28-October 26 Early risers, you are in for an amazing ride! Complete your workout before your day begins. This class will focus on hills, drills and endurance with Top 40 music. Book now | | An Introduction to Brain Health (in-person) September 29, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Learn about brain health if you are concerned about dementia. It’s never too soon or too late to make changes that will maintain or improve your brain health. Learn strategies and set goals. Attendence is free; donations to the Al appreciated. Learn more | Friends of the library meeting September 15, 12:30 p.m. The Friends of the Library meet on the third Thursday of each month in the Library Community Room. The primary purpose of the “Friends” is to contribute to the pleasant, welcoming atmosphere at the library and to encourage more people to enjoy what the library offers, thus making our Library a real “community” place. Learn more | Community Book Club: Klara and the Sun (online) September 29, 7 - 8:30 p.m. For our next Community Book Club, we are reading Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro. Klara and the Sun is a thrilling book that offers a look at our changing world through the eyes of an unforgettable narrator. The discussion will take place online on Zoom and the meeting link will be sent to all registered participants prior to the meeting. Everyone is welcome to attend. Learn more | | | | | |
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