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Are you flying your drone legally?

Are you flying your drone legally?

Some in Squamish seem unaware their drone images may be proof they defy Transport Canada rules
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Washington legislature clerk questions ‘work-related’ trip by Lenz and James

Washington legislature clerk questions ‘work-related’ trip by Lenz and James

The clerk of the Washington state legislature said he thought it “a bit odd” that two senior B.C.
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Possible measles exposure in Squamish and Whistler

Possible measles exposure in Squamish and Whistler

Sea to Sky school measles vaccination rates vary from 33 to 93 per cent
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Pilot project gives Vancouverites new way to dispose of used clothing

Pilot project gives Vancouverites new way to dispose of used clothing

Three-month pilot will see clothing and textiles accepted at 13 Return-It depots
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National Energy Board recommends approving Trans Mountain pipeline expansion

National Energy Board recommends approving Trans Mountain pipeline expansion

The Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project is back on for potential cabinet approval following reconsideration by the National Energy Board. Local First Nations, however, say their opposition remains steadfast.
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Sierra Club joins ELF campaign to save ‘oldest trees in Canada’

Sierra Club joins ELF campaign to save ‘oldest trees in Canada’

But BCTS says ‘legacy trees’ in Dakota Valley cutblock will be protected
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Squamish celebrity speaks out against violence against Indigenous women and girls

Squamish celebrity speaks out against violence against Indigenous women and girls

Squamish's Lorne Cardinal , of Corner Gas fame, has put his voice and support behind a campaign to raise awareness by the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls.
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Avalanche warning issued

Avalanche warning issued

Applies to Vancouver Island and South Coast, which includes Squamish area
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Squamish bans plastic bags & straws by end of 2019

Squamish bans plastic bags & straws by end of 2019

Council voted unanimously in favour of motion after hearing students’ presentation
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Stop using shock collars because they're cruel and don't work: BC SPCA

Stop using shock collars because they're cruel and don't work: BC SPCA

The BC SPCA is asking dog owners to stop using shock collars - also known as electronic or e-collars - as a training tool for their pet.
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