January 2, 2026

Special Business Meeting
Tuesday, January 6, at 4:30 p.m.

Regular Business Meeting
Tuesday, January 6, at 6 p.m.

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Neighbourhood Commercial Nodes Zoning Bylaws

Following a community engagement period, and with appreciation for the input shared by residents, Council will consider first, second, and third reading of the proposed zoning amendment bylaws related to Neighbourhood Commercial Nodes, on Tuesday, January 13, at 6 p.m.   

To learn more about the bylaws proposed, including what is being considered and the Council process, visit Let’s Talk Squamish. 

The Report to Council and the What We Heard engagement summary will be available on January 9, 2026.  

Tree Management Bylaw Review

Meaningful bylaw updates involve community input. This survey will help us decide on the height, size, and cost requirements of tree removal in the District. A Tree Management Bylaw has the potential to preserve and help foster greater tree canopy coverage in our community.

If you want to have a say in what our tree canopy looks like in the future - this survey will capture your voice and help shape changes to the Tree Management Bylaw.

Take the survey today! letstalksquamish.ca/tree-bylaw

Survey closes at 4 p.m. on January 11.

Curbside Collection Change Reminder

No Curbside Pickup →
Thursday, January 1

Never miss another collection day! Sign up for a free reminder email, iPhone app notification or phone call. Follow the link below for more!

Visit Curbside Collection

2026 Business Licences

Still need to renew your Squamish Business Licence? Don't forget you can now pay online!

Visit squamish.ca/payonline and use your Account Number and Access Code found on your renewal notice. If you do not have your Account Number or Access Code, email businesslicence@squamish.ca. Please allow 24 to 48 hours to receive the information.

Other payment options can be found at squamish.ca/business-licence-renewal

New Landfill Hours and Fees

New operating hours for the Squamish Landfill are now in effect as well as increased fees to help with the continuing costs of upgrading the landfill and to encourage the diversion of waste to recycling and re-use.

New operating hours: 

  • From December to February: Open daily from 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
  • From March to November: Open daily from  9 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
  • December 24 & 31: Open from 9 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.
  • December 25 & January 1: Closed

Please note starting today, January 2, totes must be curbside by 7:15 a.m. on collection days.

Visit squamish.ca/landfill to view new tipping fees and to find more information.

BC Tranist Service Changes

BC Transit will be expanding services on certain routes in Squamish beginning Sunday, January 4, to provide better access to transit for the community.

Changes will include additional trips as well as some minor route and time adjustments across the system to improve connections.

For more information about trip planning, schedules and to sign up for customer alerts, please visit bctransit.com/squamish

FortisBC Traffic Impact Notice

Finch Drive between Loggers Lane and Highway 99 will be single-lane alternating beginning January 5 and fully closed beginning January 12.

The closure will remain in place through the duration of work (pipeline installation) which is expected to be complete September 2026.

RCMP detachment access will be maintained.

Find more information and project updates here.

Outstanding Utilities and Property Taxes

With a MyCity login, you can access your Property Taxes, Utilities, and Business Licence accounts. If you already have a Squamish Recreation Services program registration account, you can use the same login. Your folio number and access code required for registration can be found on your 2025 Property Tax Notice or Reminder Statement.

Log in to MyCity to:

  • View account information.
  • Sign up to receive invoices and notices by email.
  • View status of applications and milestones (including inspections in progress and pre-occupancy checklist detail).

To access MyCity visit login.my.squamish.ca

Property owners are responsible for payment of utilities regardless of whether or not a notice is received. New owners should ensure utilities are paid on their property. If there is any doubt, please contact us.

Financial Services:
utilitybill@squamish.ca or 604-815-5010
propertytaxes@squamish.ca or 604-815-5035

2026 Dog Licences

An account number is required in order to renew your licence online. Account numbers are listed on your renewal notice. If you do not have your account number, please contact Community Bylaw Services at bylaw@squamish.ca.

Residents can renew their dog licences for a discounted fee before January 31. The January 31 discount date is set by bylaw and is the same date each year.

Dog licences may also be renewed in-person at Municipal Hall and the RCMP Detachment Front Counter (1000 Finch Drive) between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday.

Infrastructure Upgrades

  • Xwu’nekw Park Sea Dike upgrades continue.
  • Loggers East Storm Sewer project continues on Finch Drive.

 

 

 

 

squamish.ca/building-our-future

 

squamish.ca/review

New Fees and Charges

New recreation fees and charges will take effect on January 3, affecting pool and arena admission fees, skate rentals, and multi-passes. The 2026 fee changes will help address increasing costs associated with delivering services. 

Visit the pool or arena often? Purchasing pass options reduce the cost of singular admissions. A Recreation Access Pass continues to be available to remove financial barriers to those who may qualify. Learn more at squamish.ca/rec.

Sportball Free Trial
Saturday, January 3 at Brennan Park Recreation Centre

Come try a FREE trial of Sportball Multisport!!! Refine, rehearse, repeat. Multi-­Sport classes are the heart of Sportball programming. Coaches focus on the basic skills common to all sports, like balance, coordination, stamina and timing in a fun, supportive, non-­competitive setting that emphasizes teamwork. Each class focuses on one of eight different popular sports: hockey, soccer, football, baseball, basketball, volleyball, golf and tennis.

P&T Multisport (2-3 years old): 9:30-10:15 a.m.
Multisport (3.5-5 years old): 10:15-11:15 a.m.
Multisport (5-7 years old): 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Registration is required!

Field Allocation Meeting

A Field Allocation Meeting will be held on January 28, 2026, at 6 p.m. at Brennan Park Recreation Centre. Calendar will be posted online no later than February 16, 2026.

Season 1: March 1–August 31, 2026

Fields: Centennial Fields (1–4, 7, 8), Field 5 (Homer Dome), Field 6 (LaRoy Watt), Hendrickson Fields, Artificial Turf, Howe Sound Secondary Community Field, and Beer Garden or Tournament use within the District of Squamish.

2026 Field Closures

  • Hendrickson Fields: March 30–April 10
  • Centennial Fields 1–6: April 20–May 1
  • Hendrickson Fields & Centennial Field 5: June 22–July 3
  • Centennial Fields 1–6: July 6–17
  • Hendrickson Field & Centennial Field 5: August 3–7
  • Centennial Fields 1–6: August 17–28


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