Ta na wa Téy̓wilhay̓lhem
Public Safety
Office & Contact Details
Phone: 604-982-9938
Email: public_safety@squamish.net
Address: 415 West Esplanade, North Vancouver, BC V7M 1A7
Public Safety Commissioner
Gursimran Gill
Ta na wa Téy̓wilhay̓lhem is responsible for ensuring the safety and enhancing the resilience of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh people both on- and off-reserve through prevention, education, advocacy, intervention, support, and enforcement.
Ta na wa Téy̓wilhay̓lhem could be interpreted as ‘The Ones Protecting the Descendants’.
Nation Updates
Squamish Nation Establishes Historic Partnership with Lime, Pioneering Indigenous Mobility Solutions Globally
Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw is proud to announce a groundbreaking partnership with Lime, marking the first agreement between a shared micromobility operator and First Nation in Canada. Lime will deploy its fleet of electric bikes and providing dedicated parking locations in community and nearby areas, offering convenient and eco-friendly mobility options within the community and surrounding areas.
Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw History Book For Sale
We are excited to announce that tiná7 cht ti temíxw (We Come From This Land) will be published in early January 2024! The book is intended to be a snapshot – a collection of some of the multi-faceted stories and histories that are held by the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh People and a starting point for future conversations.
etsím lam̓ tl’a i7x̱w swat (washroom for everyone)
We’re excited to announce that starting next week, new All Gender Washroom signage will be in place across Squamish Nation buildings to support a safe and private experience for all who need to use the washroom!