I love the work of @jmcelroy.bsky.social. How much do I love his work? I now judge every chart I see. Here a chart, there a chart. 😁 Here’s a chart.
Back in 2022 a fire destroyed a mixed-use building in Squamish. The family that has owned the land for decades plans to rebuild with a modern take on the original. Commercial on the bottom and 8 apartments above. The housing units will be rented out well before the interior paint dries.
The ice rink in Squamish had to be shut down this fall because the ice conditions became dangerous. A report on this is available online. Here’s the link to the full report.
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After a colonoscopy in August my doctor recommended my direct relations get screened also. My mom was the first to be checked. The initial report on her result is positive. Learn more at my blog. www.johnfrench.ca/post/c-is-fo...
Bold new venture coming to Squamish Council for approval of a Development Permit. This proposal is for a brewery & tasting room on a small lot downtown. The proponents want to put a railcar on site as an eating and drinking area. #craftbeer squamish.civicweb.net/FileStorage/...
We’re well into 2026 and new habits are setting in. I’m encouraging everyone to maximize compost separation. Organic waste into landfills makes no sense when organics are easily converted to soil. youtu.be/IBsHDN6vnqk #wastemanagement
Because transparency is important to me and a governing principle of Squamish Council, I want to let you know that Squamish Council members received a 2.75% pay increase as of Jan. 1, 2026. This is consistent with policy. #politicalpay
Merry Christmas 🎄
Wishing all my Bluesky friends happy holidays and all the best for 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ on this eve of Christmas. 🤶🏼 🎅🏼 🧑🎄 🎄 🎁 💝
Victoria Wicks, Jaclyn McNamara: The Cowichan ruling isn’t a threat to private property
This is a good read for anyone freaking out about property rights and property ownership in Canada. policyoptions.irpp.org/2025/12/cowi...
One key step forward as Squamish contemplates a possible future new boat launch facility. Westmar Advisors Inc. has taken a high-level look at the feasibility of building a ramp at Darrell Bay. The full report is at this link: squamish.civicweb.net/FileStorage/...
Family fun this weekend at the Squamish Adventure Centre.
The artist is Joe Suave of Pemberton, BC
New public art just outside the recreation centre in Squamish, BC. Fascinating piece with amazing small details all over the statue.
Long weekend fun in Squamish, BC. My wife surprised her mother by bringing her to the Squamish Canyon boardwalk. Check out the highlights from her tour of the Mamquam River. youtu.be/QZY8sqveH0A #adventuretourism
Over the last few days a number of people have brought up the parking challenges currently experienced in Squamish. Back in February of 2024 I wrote a blog and created a video about this. If you haven’t seen these yet, I encourage you to have a look. #sqpoli www.johnfrench.ca/post/baby-yo...
Work is underway to establish a ten-year financial plan for Squamish. The budget process includes an opportunity for public feedback. Residents and other stakeholders can learn more at the link below. Feedback is welcome. #sqpoli letstalksquamish.ca/budget-2026
Happy Thanksgiving! What are you thankful for? I’m thankful for you. You took the time to read this and to me that means we’re connected and I’m thankful for that. Enjoy your day whatever it looks like. Enjoy the time you spend with your family or your chosen family and friends. 🍂🦃🇨🇦
Great listen here as Whistler Mayor Jack Crompton chats with Seth Klein about all things climate. #localgovernment podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/t...
Separating out kitchen waste and other organic waste from the rest of the garbage generated from households has many advantages. A report from the consulting company Stantec assesses the organic waste collection system in Squamish. #sqpoli
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Fresh back from Victoria and the 2025 Union of BC Municipalities annual conference I created a blog post. Check it out. www.johnfrench.ca/post/brainst...
Squamish council will consider prohibiting the sale of fireworks in the District of Squamish. squamish.civicweb.net/FileStorage/...
For those with unanswered questions about the ice rink closure in Squamish, have a look at the info here: squamish.ca/rec/temporar...
Tue, Sep 9 Squamish Council will discuss transit fares. Did you know the monthly pass cost was set in 1997 at $39 for adults and $20 for students/seniors and those rates haven’t changed since then? Read the full report here: squamish.civicweb.net/FileStorage/...
Renovations are stressful. In my community we're updating the recreation centre. More than a few surprises have popped out of the walls, ceilings and floors.
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On Tue, Sept. 2 Squamish Council will consider declaring Oct. 1 Squamish Seniors Day in the District. Every day is seniors day and our elders deserve to be acknowledged and celebrated. #seniors squamish55communitysociety.ca
Pretty good for a guy who regularly over-waters plants, sometimes dries them out and generally does a poor job growing stuff. This grew from seed and due to poor seedling labeling I originally thought this was a zucchini. 🤷🏼♀️ #patiogarden
