Category: News
Grand Opening of the First Peoples’ Gathering House at SFU
SFU’s Burnaby Campus is opening a new space called the First Peoples’ Gathering House. The new facility is a dedicated place for cultural connection, learning and community.
Sen̓áḵw continues to grow stronger
The Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) is pleased to announce that OPTrust — one of Canada’s largest pension fund investors — has acquired Westbank’s ownership stake in Sen̓áḵw for Phases One and Two of the project.
Squamish Nation and District of Squamish Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Advance Shared Priorities and Reconciliation
Today, District of Squamish and Squamish Nation formally signed a groundbreaking Memorandum of Understanding.
Honouring Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw Athletes: Accepting Nominations and Photos
We are holding an event to honour past and present Sḵwx̱wú7mesh athletes at Ḵw’eshḵw’shétsutay̓ (Playing Place) on Saturday, October 4, 2025. To prepare for the event, we are asking our community to nominate Members for recognition and submit photos of their sports teams.
General Election: All Candidates Meetings
Members are invited to attend the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw All Candidates Meetings on September 5 and 7.
Community Safety Team Now Registering Dogs
Nexwnínlhewá7nem Ch’áwch’aw (People Services) has heard the voices of Sḵwx̱wú7mesh People – calling for more wellness supports, stronger mental health care, and services deeply grounded in culture.
Nexwnílnlhewá7nem Ch’áwch’aw hén̓xwilhem (People Services on Wheels)
Nexwnínlhewá7nem Ch’áwch’aw (People Services) has heard the voices of Sḵwx̱wú7mesh People – calling for more wellness supports, stronger mental health care, and services deeply grounded in culture.
Elder Gwen Harry recognized with the Order of BC
Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) celebrates Elder Gwen Harry, who was recognized yesterday with the Order of British Columbia. A total of 15 individuals will be honoured this year at a ceremony in Victoria on September 16, 2025.
Office Closure: August 6, 2025
Squamish Nation offices will be closed on Wednesday, August 6, for the Annual All-Staff Meeting.