Jennifer Thuncher

‘We are healthiest when we’re being creative’: Men’s Shed builds community in Squamish The Squamish group showcased members’ work for International Men’s Day, highlighting its role in building friendships and well-being.

‘We are healthiest when we’re being creative’: Men’s Shed builds community in Squamish

Video: Why you may see halved salmon along Squamish streams this month Annual salmon enumeration is underway, offering a snapshot of fish survival as low river levels challenge spawning habitat and ripple through the region’s wildlife.

Video: Why you may see halved salmon along Squamish streams this month

Squamish resident worried about treated effluent near popular swimming area The District says testing meets provincial standards, but low-flow conditions and sediment buildup have left treated effluent pooling in the Squamish River

Squamish resident worried about treated effluent near popular swimming area

Care about the trees within the District of Squamish? Bylaw amendments could affect how trees are managed on properties within the municipality.

Care about the trees within the District of Squamish?

Ford, Mack re-elected as SLRD board chair and vice-chair for 2026 The unnoposed leadership duo returns as the regional district prepares to advance key projects across its sprawling jurisdiction

Ford, Mack re-elected as SLRD board chair and vice-chair for 2026

The Squamish Chief asks—How do you avoid getting sick in the winter? As the chill of fall sets in, so does the risk of seasonal illnesses. In downtown Squamish, locals shared how they’re preparing to stay healthy—from warm drinks to vaccinations.

The Squamish Chief asks—How do you avoid getting sick in the winter?

Sea to Sky regional district passes modernized mobile home park bylaw Original mobile home park bylaw written in 1979. 

Sea to Sky regional district passes modernized mobile home park bylaw

Squamish Nation designer awarded Business of the Year A Squamish Nation designer has won a business of the year category at the Indigenous Business Awards.

Squamish Nation designer awarded Business of the Year

Rainfall warning issued for Squamish and Whistler Environment Canada has issued a rainfall warning for the Sea to Sky, with up to 70 millimetres of rain and low visibility at times.

Rainfall warning issued for Squamish and Whistler

Bear safety alert issued for Sea to Sky area during hyperphagia season Local officials are sounding the alarm across the Sea to Sky region as black bears become increasingly active in their search for food ahead of winter.

Bear safety alert issued for Sea to Sky area during hyperphagia season

Editorial: Residents should brace for higher bills as Squamish accommodates growth Squamish residents should prepare for increased utility bills starting in 2026, as the District Council moves forward with a new decade-long financial plan aimed at addressing aging infrastructure and community growth.

Editorial: Residents should brace for higher bills as Squamish accommodates growth

See: Squamish community gathers to honour Remembrance Day In a solemn display of remembrance, hundreds gathered Tuesday morning at Stan Clarke Park in Squamish to honour those who served and sacrificed for Canada.

See: Squamish community gathers to honour Remembrance Day

See: Squamish Nation’s Remembrance ceremony at Totem Hall Squamish Nation members gathered to commemorate Indigenous veterans on Remembrance Day.

See: Squamish Nation’s Remembrance ceremony at Totem Hall

Coastal Soundtrack: Sea to Sky spirit shines through in unique Indigenous-carved guitar In his off-grid Squamish log house, Greg McAuley is turning timber into tunes—building his first-ever electric guitar with help from celebrated artist Xwalacktun.

Grateful to @sea2sky99.bsky.social for being interviewed for this story!
Coastal Soundtrack: Sea to Sky spirit shines through in unique Indigenous-carved guitar 🎸
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Judge issues decision in Squamish, Lake Country land disputes A British Columbia Supreme Court judge has issued a split decision on two certificates of pending litigation (CPLs) tied to a real estate dispute involving properties in Squamish and Lake Country.

Judge issues decision in Squamish, Lake Country land disputes

BC Housing responds to Squamish community concerns on supportive housing project A newly released report from BC Housing is shedding light on public concerns surrounding a proposed supportive and affordable housing development in Squamish. The project, which would bring 165 units to Government Road, has sparked debate among locals.

BC Housing responds to Squamish community concerns on supportive housing project

Funding future uncertain for Átl’ḵa7tsem/Howe Sound’s UNESCO biosphere After four years of federal support, the team behind Átl’ḵa7tsem/Howe Sound’s UNESCO Biosphere Region designation is seeking sustainable funding to continue its conservation and education work

Funding future uncertain for Átl’ḵa7tsem/Howe Sound’s UNESCO biosphere

Neurodivergent voices take centre stage in new celebrity interview series 'The Assembly,' debuting Nov. 6, is not your typical talk show. Featuring Canadian celebrities and hosted by individuals with autism, the program promises raw, heartfelt conversations.

Neurodivergent voices take centre stage in new celebrity interview series

Youth Climate Corps gains support from Squamish council Mayor Armand Hurford will write a letter endorsing the Youth Climate Corps B.C., which is seeking renewed provincial funding.

Youth Climate Corps gains support from Squamish council

Squamish family faces emotional and financial strain as newborn battles infection What began as a joyful first month quickly turned into a medical emergency for one local family, whose infant son is now hospitalized with a dangerous brain infection.

Squamish family faces emotional and financial strain as newborn battles infection

EAO, Squamish Nation approve second worker floatel for Woodfibre LNG Approval from the federal Impact Assessment Agency of Canada also expected today. 

EAO, Squamish Nation approve second worker floatel for Woodfibre LNG

Squamish parents bring back middle school dances with Coastal Wave Events From photo booths to upbeat playlists, the upcoming Fall Dance promises an exciting evening for Grades 7–9 students across Squamish on Nov. 21.

Squamish parents bring back middle school dances with Coastal Wave Events

No tricks, just teamwork: Squamish’s calmest Halloween in years RCMP logged just 23 calls as rain and strict enforcement helped turn the tide on rowdy Halloween nights

No tricks, just teamwork: Squamish’s calmest Halloween in years

Province responds to Squamish’s 2024 UBCM resolutions—but offers few new commitments After a year-long wait, the District of Squamish finally received the province’s responses to six endorsed UBCM resolutions—ranging from housing and transit to property assessments—but most replies reiterate existing policies rather than promise change

Province responds to Squamish’s 2024 UBCM resolutions—but offers few new commitments

“If we don’t change, we die:” Squamish Legion is adapting for community youth The Squamish Legion emphasizes the importance of community, and sustaining engagement, in a bid to not be forgotten.

“If we don’t change, we die:” Squamish Legion is adapting for community youth

Squamish opinion: Challenging costly FOI process When The Squamish Chief sought more answers about why the town’s ice rink shut down, they were met not with documents—but with a four-figure invoice.

It's outrageous that news outlets would be treated as commercial FOI applicants when they are requesting documents on behalf of the public.

I hope @editorthuncher.bsky.social filed a complaint. I would love to see the @oipcbc.bsky.social take a stand on this.
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Squamish power lifter brings home gold What began as casual workouts with his son has turned into an international success story for Squamish resident Marc Nering, who recently claimed gold at the World Masters Classic & Equipped Powerlifting Championships.

Squamish power lifter brings home gold

ICYMI: No Squamish Halloween fireworks, amid resident and Nation safety concerns Video: What are locals dressing up as this Halloween?

ICYMI: No Squamish Halloween fireworks, amid resident and Nation safety concerns

Labour dispute ends in Squamish, but challenges remain for local sports groups The District of Squamish and CUPE Local 2269 have reached a deal that ends a disruptive labour dispute. However, youth sports organizations say they’re struggling to recover lost time—and ice.

Labour dispute ends in Squamish, but challenges remain for local sports groups

Squamish Olympian Cassie Sharpe appears on season 12 of Top Chef Canada When Olympic gold medalist and Squamish native Cassie Sharpe received a message from a producer of Top Chef Canada, she thought it was a prank. But it turned out to be her unexpected entry into the world of reality television.

Squamish Olympian Cassie Sharpe appears on season 12 of Top Chef Canada