Ayás Mén̓men
Child & Family Services
Guardianship Services
Manager: Kelly Anne Samuel
Phone: 604-985-4111
Cell: 604-671-5181
Email: KellyAnne_Samuel@squamish.net
The Ayás Mén̓men Guardianship team has parental duties towards our children and youth and is responsible for their care, custody and guardianship. Under the Community Family Child Service Act, we are delegated to perform these responsibilities for Squamish Nation children & youth. The Guardianship Team delivers services to children and youth from the Squamish Nation who are in long term, or continuing care.
Guardianship of our Sḵwx̱wú7mesh children and youth involves decision-making responsibility and supporting the following areas:
- Connection to their family, community & culture
- Physical care and care placement with family or other caregiver
- Educational needs & employment opportunities & exploration
- Transition to adulthood health and emotional and behavioural development
- Overall wellbeing plan including spiritual, emotional, mind & body
Nation Updates
2026 Housing List: Now Available
We are pleased to share the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) updated 2026 Housing List.
Our Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Stélmexw came home to Sen̓áḵw
On Friday, May 8, Sen̓áḵw’s first tower was blessed. Following the announcement of the occupancy permit, Sen̓áḵw hosted a beautiful blessing ceremony at the entrance of the tower.
Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw home retrofits showcase Nation’s Climate Legacy Strategy
Sḵwx̱wú7mesh People living on reserve can apply for free home retrofits. These upgrades can include new windows, ventilation, insulation, or a new heat pump.