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Our history spans many millennia of living on and governing our territory, with a culture created from our lands, waters, and people over generations. We continue to practice many of the traditions, customs, and ways of our ancestors and pass them onto future generations.
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About Squamish Nation
The Squamish Nation, known as Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw in our language, traces its roots back to multiple physical communities, or úxwumixw, before becoming a government entity in 1923. Most of our community resides on the North Shore of Vancouver, with a smaller population living in Squamish along the Squamish River.
Programs and Services
Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Members and community members can access a variety of programs and services offered by the Nation's administration, including education, language, recreation, emergency supports, and more.
Our Government
Nexwsxwníw̓ntm ta Úxwumixw (Council) is the decision-making body that sets the overall direction and policy agenda of Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw, both internally and externally. Their guidance ensures the Nation is provided with an effective administration, strong financial and resource stewardship, robust risk management, and effective service delivery.
Receive support to file your taxes
Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) is offering free or discounted personal tax preparation services to Squamish People with simple tax returns from March 9 to May 15. It is not available to those with business or rental income.
This service is provided free of charge for:
- Elders (55+)
- Income Assistance clients
- Those with low 2025 income as determined by the CRA
If you are not eligible for free filing, you will be charged a discounted price.
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Nation Updates
Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw Fire Ban in Effect
A full campfire ban is in place across Squamish Nation Lands and Territory due to hot, dry conditions leading to wildfire risks. The wildfire danger rating is now labelled "High."
Our Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Stélmexw came home to Sen̓áḵw
On Friday, May 8, Sen̓áḵw’s first tower was blessed. Following the announcement of the occupancy permit, Sen̓áḵw hosted a beautiful blessing ceremony at the entrance of the tower.
Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw home retrofits showcase Nation’s Climate Legacy Strategy
Sḵwx̱wú7mesh People living on reserve can apply for free home retrofits. These upgrades can include new windows, ventilation, insulation, or a new heat pump.