In 1923, knowing that they were stronger together, 16 distinct families came together as one to form the modern-day Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw.
Today’s Council holds two simultaneous and equally important responsibilities: addressing the urgent needs of our community, while setting the course to achieve the long-term goals of our Nation.
In 2026, we introduced Ta S7ulh Sḵwelḵwálwen kwi Esch’éch’ewát (Strategic Plan, 2026-2030) setting out four clear priorities that define the focus of our government for the next four years. Each of these priorities is backed by objectives that can be measured, and commitments shared with Community.
We are working toward our vision, set out in our Úxwumixw 2050: Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Generational Plan, while staying true to our Values and Mission.
Here is a two-page overiew of the Strategic Plan.
We encourage Community to connect on the Strategic Plan and it’s progress: StratPlan@Squamish.net
Members only can access the full Strategic Plan, 2026-2030. Follow the link here to login and view the document.
Squamish Nation Priorities
Each priority is supported by objectives and commitments.
- Objectives are measurable outcomes that allow us to track progress and assign accountability.
- Commitments are the specific work that Council will advance to deliver these objectives over the next four years.
Strategic Plan Priorities and Objectives
-Our People are coming home to complete, affordable communities built to our own standard.
-Our People have what they need to be well: the supports, the resources, and pathways to heal in a Sḵwx̱wú7mesh way.
-We have reduced the harms tearing our families apart and built a safety system that reflects our values.
-Our People—wherever they live—have meaningful connections to their culture, their territory and each other.
-Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim use is growing with more speakers, more learners, more teachers, more places where it is heard.
-From K-12 to careers, our People have the pathways to dignified economic security.
-We are asserting our title and we have the evidence, resources and strategy to defend it.
-Sḵwx̱wú7mesh presence, authority, and jurisdiction are visible, recognized, and exercised throughout our territory.
-We continue to build a strong financial and administrative foundation for today and for the generations that follow.
-Sḵwx̱wú7mesh People know what Council is doing and why — and can hold us accountable.
-We are strengthening self-determination in our governing structures, building systems to govern ourselves in our own way in these times, and our People are running them.
-We are supporting our entities and partners to increase their performance and accountability.
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