Squamish News Highlights

Is safer supply safe? Critics say it hooks new users; others argue it saves lives

The controversy around giving drug users prescribed alternative drugs like hydromorphone amped up when a B.C. Coroners Service death review panel recommended opening the program up to those without prescriptions.

Nov 19, 2023 5:55 AM Read more >

Les Leyne: An appointed premier readies for his first election

After a year as an appointed premier, B.C. Premier David Eby won a 93 per cent approval rating from NDP delegates on Saturday. Now he has 11 months — at most — to prepare for an election.

Nov 19, 2023 5:00 AM Read more >

Embark on a day-long journey through Virgin River's real-life shooting spots

The tour takes clients through the Sea to Sky and Lower Mainlands spots featured in the Netflix drama.

Nov 18, 2023 6:30 PM Read more >

Bikers Against Child Abuse gives thanks to Squamish councillor

Two members of BACA gave a framed letter of thanks to Coun. John French for his support on Saturday, Nov. 18.

Nov 18, 2023 5:56 PM Read more >

'Porch pirate' who scooped Amazon packages from apartments gets 60 days jail

The thief waited for residents to leave to gain access to buildings.

Nov 18, 2023 11:53 AM Read more >

Tseshaht First Nation gets $2.7M in federal funding to continue residential-school-site work

Work will include additional ground-scanning, delivery of records to the families of those who died at the school, and creation of a memorial.

Nov 18, 2023 5:55 AM Read more >

Photo of all-women Saanich police shift sends 'inspiring message,' says chief

Chief Dean Duthie says the department, which currently has just under 30 per cent women officers, hopes to reach 50 per cent

Nov 18, 2023 5:45 AM Read more >

Comment: Housing legislation needs to be amended

Developing complete communities is complex and relies on many factors that aren’t simply about zoning.

Nov 18, 2023 4:45 AM Read more >

Comment: Provincial housing legislation is necessary

Many local governments have not adequately responded in a way which prioritizes the long-term needs of the community.

Nov 18, 2023 4:45 AM Read more >

Opinion: Canadian cities continue to over-invest in policing

Despite public calls to defund the police in 2020, the budgets of Canadian police forces have continued to rise.

Nov 17, 2023 9:00 PM Read more >