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Public Safety
Public Safety Report
Sḵwx̱wú7mesh communities need to be places where we all feel safe and like we belong. In spring 2022, Nexwsxwníw̓ntm ta Úxwumixw (Council) created a Public Safety Task Force (PSTF). The PSTF was tasked with providing recommendations on how to improve public safety, with a strong emphasis on the importance of prevention and community healing.
We are pleased to share that we now have a framework and a plan to keep moving forward on this important work – one that is uniquely Sḵwx̱wú7mesh and rooted in our values, principles, and cultural practices which emphasize the importance of:
- Behaviour on the land and in the waters
- Being protected at home
- Being protected in the community/villages
- Being protected on the land
To achieve, 11 recommendations were developed. They are community-led, rooted in prevention, supportive of mental health, wellness and housing, and aim to meet Members where they are at.
- Establish a Community Justice System.
- Increase capacity to enforce laws, bylaws, policies, and values.
- Address disparities and ensure equitable protection.
- Take immediate action to address toxic drug crisis.
- Require an anti-racism and cultural safety course for external agencies and partners.
- Develop a plan for safe transportation options that meet community members’ needs.
- Design housing, infrastructure, and services for community safety from the start.
- Address family violence and Elder abuse.
- Create a trauma-informed Community Safety Team Program.
- Build housing as fast as possible.
- Outreach to those most at risk.
Over the coming months, we will be releasing more in-depth information on each of the recommendations, the ways in which they will be achieved, and how Nation Members can get involved.
Documents
Nation Updates
Housing Allocation Coming in 2025: Update Your Information Today
The Squamish Nation has updated its Housing Allocations Policy to enhance clarity, transparency, and consistency in managing the Housing List and making allocation decisions. This updated policy will guide the next housing allocation process, which includes up to 15 lots and homes. The new allocation is expected to take place in 2025, marking the first allocation in seven years.
Squamish Nation Hosts CBC’s Early Edition
We were honored to welcome CBC’s The Early Edition and host Stephen Quinn to Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw for a live broadcast from our community.
Cultural Grants 2025
Applications now open! Grants are available to fund projects or host events that will benefit our Sḵwx̱wú7mesh community. Deadline to apply is February 21, 2025.