Squamish Nation

Squamish Valley Recreation – Fall Program Guide

Posted by Communications on Sep28, 2021 in Blog

Squamish Valley Recreation facilities are open and operating with modified activities based on BC Public Health guidelines to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Thank you for your continued patience and willingness to follow provincial health regulations while participating in our programs. Download the Fall Program Guide. To register or ask any questions, contact our office: Office Hours: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Telephone: 604-892-5166 Email: SquamishRecreation@squamish.net

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Squamish Nation Annual Report 2021 Published

Posted by Communications on Sep27, 2021 in Blog

We are pleased to share syétsem tl’a syelánm (Annual Report) 2020-2021 with membership. Prepared in accordance with Squamish Nation Financial Administration Bylaw 2019, the Annual Report is a publication which highlights the successes and challenges of the previous year by reporting on the Nation’s operational and financial performance. It also shares how well the Nation […]

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Results from 2021 Squamish Nation General Election Announced

Posted by Communications on Sep27, 2021 in Blog

PRESS RELEASE For immediate release: September 27, 2021 NORTH VANCOUVER, BC – The Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) announced today the results of the 2021 General Election. This year’s election is the first since Nation Members voted to implement a new electoral process in a 2018 referendum. Included in those changes is a historic moment for […]

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Stay COVID-19 Smart

Posted by Communications on Sep24, 2021 in Blog

There are confirmed COVID-19 cases in our communities. We continue to deal with these cases under the guidance of Public Health. It is important to keep in mind that these numbers are low and fluctuate as Members recover. Exact numbers are not being shared at this time to protect the privacy of Members who may […]

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Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw Submits Response to BC’s DRIPA Draft Action Plan

Posted by Communications on Sep23, 2021 in Blog

The Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw has submitted a report to the Government of British Columbia in response to its request for feedback on the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA) Draft Action Plan. DRIPA is an important piece of provincial legislation that was passed in November 2019 to formally adopt the principles set out in the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples […]

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Átl’ḵa7tsem (Howe Sound) named Canada’s 19th UNESCO Biosphere Region

Posted by Communications on Sep15, 2021 in Blog

For several years, the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw, Howe Sound Biosphere Region Initiative Society (HSBRIS), a broad network of Indigenous Nations and other communities have been collaborating to get the Átl’ḵa7tsem (Howe Sound) area designated as a UNESCO Biosphere Region. On September 15, 2021, it was officially announced as Canada’s 19th UNESCO Biosphere Region, and the third […]

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Language Commission Nominations

Posted by Communications on Sep10, 2021 in Blog

The Language Commission is seeking Nominations for Commissioners On July 8, 2021, Squamish Nation Council approved the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim (Squamish Language) Policy. One important component of the Policy is the Language Commission. What is the Language Commission?The Language Commission will provide a voice for the community and guidance on language programming that will impact future […]

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Squamish Nation Assistance with Rent Program (SNARP)

Posted by Communications on Sep07, 2021 in Blog

The Squamish Nation Assistance with Rent Program (SNARP) provides eligible Squamish Nation tenants with rent support, and is part of a broader affordable housing strategy from Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation). The program will be administered by Hiy̓ám̓ ta Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Housing Society (Hiy̓ám̓ Housing). For details on program eligibility download the Program Guide and FAQ. Update […]

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Coastal Centre – Fire Ban Lifted

Posted by Communications on Sep03, 2021 in Blog

As of September 3, 2021, campfire bans in Coastal Fire Centre regions have been lifted, except in the South Island Forest District area. The map below shows the areas where campfires are permitted. Although fire danger ratings have decreased, we should always follow safe fire practices to protect our lands. Always check restrictions before lighting […]

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Recreation Fall Program Guide 2021

Posted by Communications on Sep02, 2021 in Blog

Recreation welcomes you back! As we are still navigating through the COVID-19 provincial restart plan, some modifications and restrictions based on BC health guidelines will remain in place. Thank you for your continued patience and willingness to follow provincial health regulations while participating in our programs. Download the Fall Program Guide To register or ask […]

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News

Squamish Valley Recreation – Fall Program Guide

Squamish Nation Annual Report 2021 Published

Results from 2021 Squamish Nation General Election Announced

Stay COVID-19 Smart

Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw Submits Response to BC's DRIPA Draft Action Plan

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Squamish Valley Recreation – Fall Program Guide

Squamish Nation Annual Report 2021 Published

Results from 2021 Squamish Nation General Election Announced

Stay COVID-19 Smart

Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw Submits Response to BC’s DRIPA Draft Action Plan

Átl’ḵa7tsem (Howe Sound) named Canada’s 19th UNESCO Biosphere Region

Language Commission Nominations

Squamish Nation Assistance with Rent Program (SNARP)

Coastal Centre – Fire Ban Lifted

Recreation Fall Program Guide 2021