Category: Community Notices

Capilano River Fishing Closures | August & September

Update September 22, 2023 Thanks to your cooperation during the weekly 24 and 48-hour fishing closures, good numbers of salmon have been able to reach the Capilano Hatchery! Regular fishing can now resume.

Projects to Mark 100th Anniversary of Amalgamation

To help mark the 100th anniversary of Amalgamation, Ta na wa Shéway I7x̱w ta Úxwumixw (Planning & Capital Projects), on behalf of Nexwsxwníw̓ntm ta Úxwumixw (Council), completed several community legacy projects.

Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Excellence Awards Recipients

In the spirit of celebrating 100 years of Amalgamation, the Nation hosted the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Excellence Awards Gala as part of Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Days Festival 2023. The event on July 15 formally recognized Members who have made a significant contribution to our community or have worked hard to become successful and inspire others.

Paháyikwup Language Commissioners Appointed

Paháyikwup (Language Commission) is charged with providing guidance on Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim (Squamish Language), including certifying teachers, determining speaker proficiency levels, and creating a strategic plan for language revitalization.

Progress on Drinking Water Access in Cheakamus

The deadline to submit a compensation claim has been extended to March 7, 2024. If you have any questions or need support, please email watersettlement@squamish.net.

Holiday Message From The CAO

Nexwníw̓en ta nexwniw̓ tl’a Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (follow the ways of the Squamish)* Best wishes to you and your family this holiday season. I have been working as the Chief Administrative Officer […]