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Armand Hurford is confirmed as Squamish’s mayor

Armand Hurford is confirmed as Squamish’s mayor

The official results for Squamish’s 2022 local government election have been released; Preliminary ballots cast for each candidate remain unchanged.
One in 10 Canadian testers find radioactive gas a problem at home, says StatCan

One in 10 Canadian testers find radioactive gas a problem at home, says StatCan

While 10% of Canadians who tested for radon found it was a problem in their home, only 56% had ever heard of the naturally occurring radioactive gas — the country's leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers.
Updated: Smoke continues to blanket Squamish

Updated: Smoke continues to blanket Squamish

Environment Canada forecasts haze to continue through Thursday.
Squamish student mock election results in

Squamish student mock election results in

Students would’ve picked Mike Young as mayor of Squamish. Squamish First would’ve gained a decisive hold over council.
How some B.C. youth can get $600 per month for rent

How some B.C. youth can get $600 per month for rent

B.C.'s rent supplement program meant to avoid homelessness will provide $600 a month to youth transitioning from government care to their first house.
Market rental housing heading for Squamish's Finch Drive

Market rental housing heading for Squamish's Finch Drive

The Loggers East neighbourhood will be seeing two new four-storey buildings, following District of Squamish approval.
Contractor hired by Woodfibre LNG for final stage of site clean-up

Contractor hired by Woodfibre LNG for final stage of site clean-up

Graham Construction says it will bring benefits to Squamish Nation members and Squamish Residents.
Armand Hurford will be Squamish’s next mayor: preliminary results

Armand Hurford will be Squamish’s next mayor: preliminary results

The sitting councillor and owner of Republic Bicycles is poised to take the District’s highest position.
Battle of the Businesses Squamish returns in November

Battle of the Businesses Squamish returns in November

The fundraiser raised nearly $42,000 in 2021 and is aiming for more this year.
Squamish dog sickened by meth ingested on nightly walk

Squamish dog sickened by meth ingested on nightly walk

The dog's owner is speaking out publicly after the traumatic experience because she wants folks to be aware that this is possible in Squamish.
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