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Our history spans many millennia of living on and governing our territory, with a culture created from our lands, waters, and people over generations. We continue to practice many of the traditions, customs, and ways of our ancestors and pass them onto future generations.
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About Squamish Nation
The Squamish Nation, known as Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw in our language, traces its roots back to multiple physical communities, or úxwumixw, before becoming a government entity in 1923. Most of our community resides on the North Shore of Vancouver, with a smaller population living in Squamish along the Squamish River.
Programs and Services
Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Members and community members can access a variety of programs and services offered by the Nation's administration, including education, language, recreation, emergency supports, and more.
Our Government
Nexwsxwníw̓ntm ta Úxwumixw (Council) is the decision-making body that sets the overall direction and policy agenda of Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw, both internally and externally. Their guidance ensures the Nation is provided with an effective administration, strong financial and resource stewardship, robust risk management, and effective service delivery.
Membership Code
Our Membership Code lays out the rules and ways for becoming a Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Member based on our laws and traditions.
Members have raised concerns that the current Code leaves out some of our grandchildren and children. Bill S-3 provides an opportunity to engage our Members on what changes they would like to see and update our Code.
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Nation Updates
Jordan’s Principle Settlement
Claim applications are now being accepted for compensation for First Nations Child & Family Services and Jordan's Principle Settlement
Notice of Referendum
The Squamish Electoral Commission has issued notice of a referendum taking place on May 31, 2025. The referendum will consider amendments to the Election and Referendum Law.
Assistance with Rent Program
Administered by Hiy̓ám̓ Housing, Squamish Nation Assistance with Rent Program provides support to Members paying market rental rates, including those living on- and off-reserve, out of province, or out of country.