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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.
The Story of Amalgamation
In 1923, sixteen headmen brought our villages together under one government through Amalgamation.
They did not create a new Nation. They reaffirmed the unity, strength and kinship our people have carried since time immemorial.
Watch our story in this beautiful video produced by Ta na wa Ns7éyx̱nitm ta Snew̓íyelh (Language & Cultural Affairs) and learn how this historic declaration continues to guide us today.
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Nation Updates
Sen̓áḵw Updates
More Sḵwx̱wú7mesh People will be able to once again call Sen̓áḵw home when Tower Two opens its doors to residents this fall.
Sḵwx̱wú7mesh People United: The Significance of Amalgamation Day
On July 23rd, 1923, believing they were stronger together, 412 People represented by 16 headmen from about two dozen Sḵwx̱wú7mesh villages came together to form the modern-day Squamish Nation.
PhD Application Workshop
We're hosting a PhD Application Workshop in partnership with UBC professor Melanie Nelson, who has experience with the PhD application process. Whether you're just starting to explore your options or getting ready to apply, this session will offer practical guidance to help you prepare a strong application.