WHAT ARE THE BIGGEST CRIME ISSUES IN TOWN?
RCMP say property crime increased in 2024, but violent crimes went down over the year
INDIGO LEMAY-CONWAY ilemayconway@squamishchief.com
Fighting crime and helping the community is all in a day’s work for the Squamish RCMP, but what does a year’s worth of work look like for the local detachment?
Sea to Sky Squamish RCMP Staff Sgt. Gareth Bradley and Insp Robert Dykstra presented their yearly review of statistics to the District of Squamish on March 25
While some areas, such as violent crime, saw a decrease in 2024, others, like property crime and missing persons files, saw an uptick
PROPERTY CRIME
In 2024, property crime in Squamish saw a rise of 6.6% with a total of 1,181 crimes, up from 1108 in 2023
“The [property crime] trend is increasing year over year. This is due to certain individuals who are in the community who are significantly committing the majority of the crime,” Bradley said.
“Several strategies have been utilized over the past year to drive down these crime stats. These include focused enforcement strategies on prolific offenders,
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extra patrols and investigative training Many of these focused investigations have recovered stolen vehicles, workers’ tools, large cargo trailers, bikes and much, much more.”
Vehicles and bikes were the two main items stolen from people’s properties
VIOLENT CRIME
Over the year, Squamish saw a decrease in violent crime of 14.7%, with almost a 30% decrease in the number of intimate partner violence (domestic violence) calls for service.
“Throughout the year, we’ve had a serious shooting ... and we’ve had several high-profile inter-provincial domestic violence investigations that are very time consuming,” Bradley said.
“Recently, we’ve [also] had a number of other police agencies, as everybody’s aware, in Squamish, conducting serious investigations in 2025.”
Bradley said the shooting occurred in the fall of 2024, and resulted in an attempted murder investigation
“A 49-year-old man was shot by his neighbour after a dispute. This was an isolated incident between the two parties, and a 34-year-old male was arrested at the time and taken into custody. This file is before the courts, and charges have been forwarded to Crown for charge approval,” he said
ROAD SAFETY
There were 295 road safety and vehicle crashes in 2024, which was down from 329 the previous year.
“Squamish has seen a 10% decrease in overall collisions, however, the severity of the collisions has increased significantly, by about 15%,” Bradley said.
On the multiple highway closures that occurred during the year, he said that the RCMP does everything they can to “find a way to open the highway and have traffic movement without compromising the evidence at the scene.”
“[However], the victims of these events,
especially where there’s a criminal element to it, they deserve nothing less than our best efforts. I think everybody would agree to this concept,” he said.
YOUTH CRIME
Over the past year, youth crime has significantly increased across town
Around $42,000 worth of damage has been caused to people’s homes, mainly by young locals kicking front doors
“A small cohort of our youth have caused a significant amount of damage to people’s homes, including several arsons, racist graffiti, significant damage to the local BMX track, golf course and much more,” Bradley said
“This crime is highly under-reported because I see it on Facebook all the time, people complaining about their door being kicked and not calling the police. We really encourage people to call the police when this type of crime is happening, and we just wanted to highlight that the folks that are being targeted are not alone.”
Halloween has seen a significant spike in bad behaviour, but Bradley said residents can expect this year to be different.
“The last two Halloweens have also been chaotic, even with increased police presence. This year’s Halloween is going to look a lot different. There will be many conversations with partner agencies, and many more police resources will be brought in to provide the necessary public safety that is needed in these areas.”
MISSING PERSONS FILES
In 2024, there were 33.9% more missing persons files, with 75 people reported missing, up from 56 in 2023
“These require a large amount of resources, and we partner with our search and rescue teams to help assist us with the technical rescue of individuals. Often these files are in the backcountry where people are stuck or injured, so they require technical expertise,” Bradley said.
Of the total calls for service in 2024, the number remained similar to other years with 8,414 calls, up 1% from 8,314 in 2023.
MAJOR INVESTIGATIONS
Over the past year, there were two major
Squamish Search and Rescue incidents, one of which involved three hikers who were reported missing in Garibaldi Provincial Park on May 31
“The first involved the multi-month search for missing hikers on Mount Atwell This was a highly specialized rescue mission involving our search and rescue team locally, our RCMP air services, Lower Mainland emergency response team and our integrated police dog team, which brought the search to conclusion in July of 2024,” Bradley said
The bodies of the hikers were found over a month after they were reported missing.
“There was a significant amount of time invested in this, in bringing these people home to have closure for the family,” he said.
The second major file was a landslide at Lions Bay on Dec.14.
“This impacted many people and all the communities that use the Sea to Sky Highway. There were many technical aspects of having our police jurisdiction cut in half, and we’re reviewing our business continuity plans in the coming weeks to ensure that plans are in place to move [officers] around,” Bradley said
“We have several officers who live in the Lower Mainland who couldn’t get to work and vice versa, they couldn’t get home So it caused a bit of an issue.
“There are several lessons learned from this event, and the criminal investigation is ongoing.”
Another significant investigation for the RCMP was when they were called to downtown Squamish in early spring 2024 after an impaired driver hit several people, including an infant in a baby stroller
“This baby stroller became lodged into the bumper of a vehicle, which travelled many city blocks It was a miracle that the infant was not seriously hurt, and many bystanders actually assisted in stopping this vehicle, so we’re grateful to them,” Bradley said.
“A 30-year-old man has been arrested and has now been charged with two counts of impaired operation causing bodily harm, dangerous
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Squamish RCMP Staff Sgt. Gareth Bradley and Insp Robert Dykstra presenting their yearly review of statistics to the District of Squamish
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BREAKING DOWN THE KEY ELECTION ISSUES
Issues impacting voters in Whistler, Squamish and Pemberton include housing, the environment, and tariffs and annexation threats from U.S. President Donald Trump
mental preservation are key issues
LIZ MCDONALD emcdonald@wplpmedia.com
As Canadians prepare to head to the polls, the riding of West VancouverSunshine Coast-Sea to Sky Country finds itself at the intersection of national and local political concerns. According to Stewart Prest, a professor of political science at the University of British Columbia, the election will be shaped by both overarching national issues and specific regional factors that resonate with voters
As of March 26, the riding’s candidates are incumbent Liberal Patrick Weiler; the Conservative Party’s Keith Roy; 18-year-old Jäger Rosenberg for the NDP; Squamish Councillor Lauren Greenlaw for the Greens; the People’s Party’s Peyman Askari; and the Animal Protection Party of Canada’s Sanaz Mani
Candidates will be confirmed April 9, with advance polling taking place across the country from April 18 to 21
Election day is Monday, April 28 KEY ELECTION ISSUES
Prest said some of the same issues are going to be clearly present in this riding compared to everywhere in Canada.
“Tariffs and annexation threat influences the way people look at the election and anxieties around it,” Prest said. That uncertainty, he explained, frames how voters perceive the stakes of the upcoming election Locally, the housing crisis and environ-
“Housing affordability, battles over funding and support, densification preservation of the environment” are all issues likely to dominate discussions, Prest said.
In Squamish, debates over the development of LNG remain polarizing. On the left, Prest said some people don’t see traditional “left-leaning” parties championing their values.
“The Greens face an uphill battle, but they may have more of a chance catching up in this riding,” he said.
SHIFTING POLITICAL CLIMATE
Asked for predictions, Prest was careful.
“I’m cautious to answer that definitively without any polling,” he said However, he believes “the election is up for grabs.” The Liberals could benefit from “a moment of patriotism and defence of the country,” but if voters focus on “affordability and perception of a government not assisting constituents, Conservatives could win,” Prest said
The riding’s diverse demographics further complicate predictions.
“It’s where city meets country,” Prest explained, pointing to urban concerns in West Vancouver, environmental debates in Squamish, and tourism-driven interests in Whistler. “West Vancouver is part of Metro Van that is particularly resistant to increased density ... while in Squamish, there is a pronounced environment concern.” Whistler, he added, is “dependent on development and tourist-friendly support systems at the same time that economy is also predicated on the preservation of environmental integrity.”
PARTY AND CANDIDATE DYNAMICS
Incumbent Weiler remains a strong contender, but Prest sees a competitive race ahead.
“It does seem like it’s his race to win at the moment,” he said, adding that “Liberals are enjoying a surge in popularity” due to their strong stance “in defence of the country using appropriate means against tariffs and annexation.” However, Prest warned “it’s not definitive,” as the election remains “fluid” and voter dissatisfaction with the establishment could open doors for the Conservatives.
The role of party leaders will be crucial.
“The impact across the country has been dramatic,” Prest said “We are in a leader-centred era of politics Leaders are the face of the country in international tensions.”
The unpredictability of current politics places “importance on leaders’ values,” making voters consider “who you best trust to guide the country,” Prest said
LOCAL CONCERNS: HOUSING, TRANSIT, ECONOMY
Housing affordability is “very clearly in people’s minds,” according to Prest, who observes a growing sense “that the social contract is starting to break down on housing.” How this issue will influence the election depends on whether voters prioritize affordability and government decisions that did this, which could favour the Conservatives, or whether they focus on “the threat of the future,” which could benefit the Liberals
Transportation is another pressing issue, particularly for commuters along the Sea to Sky corridor. Prest expects “commitments from all three major parties about investment in transit and infrastructure,” noting “the federal government increasingly is willing to invest municipally, even trying to move provincial jurisdiction to cities.”
Meanwhile, economic policies remain critical for local businesses.
“The federal government decision-making ... is still profound for economic support for business needs,” Prest explained. Small and large businesses rely on “support looking to build market share abroad, and looming over all of that is supporting businesses impacted by tariffs,” he added.
INDIGENOUS RIGHTS AND MISINFORMATION
Despite the importance of Indigenous rights, Prest argued the issue is “being drowned out” by other political debates. He sees “a clear divide in the approach of the two leading parties,” with Conservatives focusing on “economic reconciliation,” while the Liberals continue to emphasize “the importance of acting on social issues of Indigenous rights.”
Misinformation is also shaping voter perceptions.
“The subset that is very distrustful of mainstream media and are only getting it from social media ... are much more likely to be exposed to misinformation,” Prest warned. He pointed out some political narratives “stretch the truth,” and that “politicians will do what they need to win votes.”
WHAT IS HAPPENING WITH THE CHEEKYE RIVER DEVELOPMENT?
The District of Squamish has supported a rezoning application for more housing and commercial opportunities at the Cheekye River Development
INDIGO LEMAY-CONWAY
ilemayconway@squamishchief.com
The District of Squamish has given a rezoning application for a portion of the Cheekye River Development its first three readings
On March 18, District planning consultant Jessie Abraham presented the application that would allow for more housing and commercial opportunities to be built.
The project—adopted by council in June 2024—is led by Sqomish Sea to Sky Developments, which is a partnership between Sḵwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) and Squamish-based developer, Matthews West, which is also responsible for Oceanfront Squamish.
The development lands, which are primarily owned by the Squamish Nation, are located on both sides of Ross Road, between Highway 99 and Government Road, on the Cheekye Fan debris flow area of Brackendale.
“The application is for the Cheekye River Development and includes amending internal parcel boundaries for parcels E and F of the existing CD-82 zone,” Abraham said “[The development] will be a mixed-use
neighbourhood that is currently zoned for 1,215 homes and neighbourhood commercial.”
According to the report to council, Parcel E allows multi-unit residential and neighbourhood commercial uses, while Parcel F is proposed to be for townhouses
“The Land Development Agreement (LDA) associated with the development application secures neighbourhood commercial space, including a commitment to build a childcare facility, 85 non-market rental housing units and 85 market rental housing units, delivery of which is tied to the delivery of the first 200 and first 300 residential units, respectively. These units are currently contemplated on Parcel E,” the report reads.
The rezoning application proposes a zoning amendment of parcels E and F to allow for the creation of Parcel E north and south.
“So the purpose of revising lot lines is to rectify discrepancies discovered between Schedule A of the existing zone and the land development agreement; and to propose a new larger lot size for the townhouse parcel—Parcel F, to deliver 180 townhouse units and reduce the lot size for the Parcel E neighbourhood centre,” Abraham said
“This revised land use map still permits for the delivery of the affordable and rental units on Parcel E north and south. The purpose of
splitting Parcel E into south and north is to realize more housing and commercial opportunities.”
Abraham said that a separate rezoning application will be brought forward to council later this year to consider “additional density of 180 rental units on Parcel E north for market rental.”
The rezoning would not reduce any proposed employment spaces
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councillors were quick to support the application, each noting it was more of a “housekeeping” decision.
“I’m looking at this mainly as housekeeping. Seems pretty straightforward. There’s no rocket science here,” Coun. John French said.
Both councillors Chris Pettingill and Andrew Hamilton said they were glad to hear employment spaces would remain the same.
“I think I was a bit concerned about possibly losing some employment, but given that that’s not the case, and that there is some inconsistency, I’m happy to support seeing some good housing forms moving forward and to get some clarity between the zoning and land development agreement,” Pettingill said Hamilton said he was happy to see that local
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operation of a motor vehicle and failure to stop at the scene of an accident.”
FRAUD, SCAMS AND AWARENESS
An ongoing major investigation spearheaded by the RCMP’s plainclothes team involves a “significant international fraud that spans several different countries.”
“Those files get very exciting when we talk about going to different countries. Totalling over a million dollars, this investigation is ongoing, dealing with a local business in town,” Bradley said
While fraud incidents dropped across Squamish by about 10%, Bradley said residents are still being subjected to a multitude of different scams.
“Several types of frauds were still prevalent, involving text messages, phishing scams, and emails These are the most common ones that we’re seeing in Squamish types that [say] ‘Your account has been locked, please click this link.’
There’s [also] social media ads on discounted items. You know, if it looks too good to be true, it probably is,” he said.
“There’s also the grandparent emergency scams, where someone is posing as a grandchild and calls the victim and pretends to have an emergency or needing some money to get out of jail for bail.”
He said with all of this in mind, the RCMP plans to host a fraud town hall later this year to raise awareness about scams and how people
The purpose of splitting Parcel E into south and north is to realize more housing and commercial opportunities.
JESSIE ABRAHAM
children had given feedback on the rezoning.
“It was really nice to see all the kids that gave feedback on ... understandably not wanting to lose the forest that they walk through to get to school. But that rezoning decision has been made long before us and long before this table,” he said.
Councillors voted unanimously in favour of giving the application its first three readings. The rezoning will be back before council for final approval at a future meeting.
Coun Jenna Stoner was absent from the vote
To read more about the Cheekye River Development, visit the District of Squamish website.
~With files from Jennifer Thuncher/The Squamish Chief.
can stay safe WHAT’S NEW IN 2025
Moving into this year, the Squamish detachment has had an IT equipment boost.
“In 2025, as a detachment, we prioritized our investment in IT equipment over the past year, and we are pleased to announce that we have two drone operators—trained RCMP members—and a drone in the detachment,” Bradley said.
“[This] will provide valuable service for a number of different investigations, including our collisions and searching for missing people
“Further to this, we also have body-worn cameras coming in the fall of 2025.”
Insp Dykstra said one thing that remains the same, however—the Squamish RCMP are “your RCMP.”
“A couple of years ago, we started using the terminology, ‘your RCMP’ versus ‘the RCMP.’ It kind of stuck with people,” he said
“The reason for that is when people would think about the RCMP, obviously, they think about us as a national organization and federal policing We have a lot of roles that we perform throughout the country, but when it comes to the work that we do here in the community, it’s very much community-focused and community-based policing services.
“So when it comes to the provision of those services, we actually provide them here, and therefore, as a result, we are your RCMP. We want everybody in the community to think about us that way.”
TEAM BEHIND THE DON’T LOVE IT TO DEATH CAMPAIGN WIN BC TOURISM SUSTAINABILITY AWARD
The Sea to Sky Destination Management Council won the Sustainability Excellence Award at the BC Tourism Industry Awards on March 6
INDIGO LEMAY-CONWAY
ilemayconway@squamishchief.com
The team behind the “Don’t Love it to Death” campaign picked up the Sustainability Excellence Award at the BC Tourism Industry Awards on March 6.
The campaign run by the Sea to Sky Destination Management Council aims to remind outdoor enthusiasts and visitors to be mindful of the impact their behaviour has on the ecosystem.
“This recognition means the world to us and highlights what we’ve been working toward from day one: protecting the incredible places we all love while ensuring tourism remains a positive force in British Columbia,” reads a Sea to Sky Destination Management Council press release.
According to the Destination BC website, the team includes representatives from Tourism Squamish, Tourism Whistler, Resort Municipality of Whistler, Pemberton Chamber of Commerce, Village of Pemberton, Tourism Pemberton, Vancouver’s North Shore Tourism Association, District of West Vancouver, Tourism Bowen Island, Squamish-Lillooet Regional District, Visit Lillooet, BC Parks, Ministry of Jobs, Economic Development and Innovation, and Indigenous Tourism BC Tourism Squamish executive director, Lesley Weeks, told The Squamish Chief that she was “thrilled and honoured” by the recognition.
“The award highlights the effectiveness of collaborative efforts by the Sea to Sky Destination Management Council, reflecting extensive insights gathered from residents and visitors,” Weeks said
“Our campaign’s success underscores the importance of targeted, multifaceted communication strategies, combining persuasive educational messaging with direct human interaction
“This recognition motivates us to further enhance our approach, ensuring messages resonate effectively throughout every phase of visitors’ experiences, from trip planning to post-trip sharing, to achieve lasting impacts in sustainable recreation.”
Weeks said she envisions the campaign evolving by deepening its engagement with visitors and locals.
“Our goal is to inspire individuals to make responsible decisions by highlighting sustainable visitation practices and addressing new challenges identified through our recent survey, which gathered 750 responses and over 2,850 written comments,” she said.
“This approach will ensure Squamish maintains the balance between recreation enjoyment and environmental preservation.”
Since the campaign launched in 2022, there have been noticeable changes towards
responsible recreation, Weeks said
“Local businesses report visitors positively responding to stewardship messages, as demonstrated by increased participation in initiatives such as our Red Bag Program,” she said
“Additionally, our recent survey highlighted that different types of recreationists, particularly younger and newer community members engaging in activities like photography and wildlife viewing, show high levels of awareness and engagement with sustainable practices.
“It’s encouraging to see these positive trends gaining momentum.”
HOW TO STOP LOVING IT TO DEATH?
The Don’t Love it to Death campaign highlights how garbage and human waste are having a detrimental effect on the Sea to Sky ecosystem.
“Learn and practice proper Leave No Trace principles. This includes digging a pit for human waste, packing out your garbage, and leaving campsites clear of all wildlife attractants,” reads their website.
“And, just because you didn’t leave the litter doesn’t mean you should ignore it. Next time you see trash, pick it up and throw it away. Pack out what you packed in and leave nature better than you found it.”
Visit the Don’t Love it to Death website for more information on their campaign and how you can be a better outdoor recreational enthusiast
Baha’i Faith
SQUAMISH BAHÁ’Í COMMUNITY
TheEarth –Our Home
As Earth Day approaches and the world reflectsonthe deepening climateand environmental crisis ravaging thevery earth that sustains us, we arefaced with the reality that our destiny and the health of the planet areirrevocably intertwined.
Baha’i teachings provide us with both an admonition to recognize this connection and apromise of abright futureifwepursueapath of harmony
Bahá’u’lláh wrote:
“Every man of discernment, while walking upon the earth,feeleth indeed abashed, inasmuch as he is fully awarethat the thing which is the source of his prosperity,his wealth, his might, his exaltation, his advancement and poweris, as ordained by God, thevery earth which is trodden beneath the feet of all men. There can be no doubt that whoever is cognizant of this truth, is cleansed and sanctifiedfromall pride, arrogance, andvainglory.” Therefore“itbehooveth you to abandon vainglory which causeth alienation and to set your hearts on whatever will ensureharmony.”
While we consider every practical and scientific approach to healingthe planet, we mustalso consider that the coreofthe dilemma is aspiritual one. Will we continue to be driven by individual greed and national protectionism or by mutual cooperation distinguished by the realization that we areone human family andthe earth is but one country
“The Lord of all mankind hath fashioned this human realm to be aGarden of Eden, an earthly paradise. If, as it must, it findeth the way to harmony and peace, to love and mutual trust, it will become atrue abode of bliss, aplace of manifold blessings and unendingdelights. Therein shall be revealed the excellence of humankind, therein shall therays of the Sun of Truth shine forth on every hand.”–‘Abdu’l-Baha
www.squamishbahais.com
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L-R: David Devana (Nanaimo Airport, award sponsor), Barrett Fisher (Tourism Whistler), Lesley Weeks (Tourism Squamish), Laura Plant (Laura Plant Consulting), Amber Turnau (Substrate Studios), Jennifer Belak (Vancouver’s North Shore Tourism)
BUSINESSES SEEK TALENT AT INCLUSIVE SPRING HIRING FAIR
Indigenous communities welcome and represented fair on April 3
INA
PACE
Local Journalism Initiative reporter
Looking for work this spring? Inclusive
employers are holding a hiring fair in Brennan Park
WorkBC Sea to Sky will be hosting its largest event this year: a free hiring fair next week in Squamish to provide a platform for local talent, including Indigenous communities.
The Squamish Spring Hiring Fair will take place today, April 3 between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., at the Auditorium Gym at Brennan Park, 1009 Centennial Way.
Through direct conversations and networking, attendees will have opportunities to bridge employment barriers and find sustainable long-term employment in an event drawing over 25 local businesses and over 300 job seekers from the area
The fair, featuring employers committed to diversity and inclusion, also took place in Whistler last year
Talya Shore, program manager for WorkBC
Employment Services Centre, explained that the fair’s recurrence is owed to positive feedback from both employers and attendees in addressing local employment gaps
“These hiring fairs serve as valuable avenues for Indigenous job seekers to
connect with all kinds of employers; they have played a meaningful role in expanding employment pathways,” she said WorkBC has an ongoing collaboration with First Nations communities to ensure their events remain relevant and continue to meet
evolving workforce needs, she said
“The focus on local hiring and workforce sustainability continues to create opportunities for Indigenous job seekers, not only in sectors where traditional knowledge, community engagement, environmental stewardship, and cultural awareness are valuable assets, but also in other areas that evidence strong skills, as well as unique and personal experiences,” she said
“Employers increasingly recognize the benefits of hiring individuals with deep connections to the land and local industries, which may create additional employment opportunities for First Nations job seekers.”
Partnering with the District of Squamish this year, alongside Squamish Chamber of Commerce, and Squamish Personnel Solutions, WorkBC’s fair next week will involve representatives from the Lil’wat and Squamish Nations as employers.
Organizations that have registered for the event thus far include: Blue Water Concepts, Brackendale Farmers Institute, McDonald’s Sea to Sky, Coast Mountain Academy, Vancouver Coastal Health, Fergie’s Cafe/ Sunwolf Riverside Resort, Capilano
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More than 300 people showed up to network and job hunt at the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre on Nov 6, at the last WorkBC hiring fair
AD VENTURE BY DA Y
NOTICE is herebygiven in accordancewith Section 494 of the Local Government Actthatthe DistrictofSquamishhas received application and willbeconsidering issuanceofa TemporaryUse Permit as indicatedherein. TheDistrictofSquamish will receiverepresentations from persons who believe thattheir interest in propertyisaffected by the proposedtemporaryuse(s).
AffectedLands: 2565 TheBoulevard, Squamish BC
Existing Zoning: R-1, Residential 1
Proposed TemporaryUse:
Under the District’sZoning BylawNo. 2200, 2011, short-termrental use is not permitted in adwelling unit thatisnot aprincipal residence; short-term rental use is also not permitted in asecondarysuiteoraccessorydwellingunit(coach house). If approved,the TemporaryUse Permit would allowthe short-termrental use in the secondarysuitefor aperiod of 3years.The applicantcan apply to renewthe permit foranadditional period ofupto3years followingthe expiryof the original permit.
Location Map:
Acopyofthe proposed TemporaryUse Permit No.DTU00069can be emailed out by requests sent to planning@squamish.ca,fromApril 3, 2025 to April11, 2025. Thedocumentcan also be reviewed on the District’sonlineDevelopment Review at squamish.ca/development-review.Enquiries regarding the proposed DevelopmentPermit may bemade to the Planning Department at 604-815-5002. Ifyou do not have access to the internet or acomputer,please contactthe Planning Departmentat604-815-5002 and we wouldbehappy to arrange to have the permit and drawings made available to you.
Public input will be considered by the Districtinreview of the application.Persons who believethattheir interest in property is affectedbythe proposed temporary use permit maysubmit written submissions to planning@squamish.ca or,in person to the DirectorofCommunityPlanning.Written submissions can be addressed to the DirectorofCommunity Planningand willbereceived up until 4:00p.m. April11, 2025
All submissions will form partofthe public record
Datedthis 3rdday of April2025
at Squamish, British Columbia
NOTICE is herebygiven in accordancewith Section 494 of the Local Government Actthatthe DistrictofSquamish has received application and will be considering issuanceofa TemporaryUse Permit as indicatedherein. TheDistrict of Squamish will receiverepresentationsfrompersons who believethattheir interest in property is affectedbythe proposed temporaryuse(s).
AffectedLands: 41651 Cottonwood Road,Squamish BC
Existing Zoning: R-2, Residential 2
Proposed Temporary Use:
Under the District’sZoning BylawNo. 2200, 2011, short-term rental use is not permitted in adwellingunitthatisnot aprincipal residence; short-term rental use is also not permitted in asecondarysuiteoraccessory dwelling unit (coach house). If approved,the TemporaryUse Permit would allowthe short-term rental use in the secondarysuitefor aperiod of 3years.The applicantcan apply to renew the permit foranadditional period of up to 3years following the expiryof the original permit.
LocationMap:
Acopyofthe proposed TemporaryUse Permit No.DTU00071 can be emailed out by requests sentto planning@squamish.ca,fromApril 3, 2025 to April11, 2025. Thedocumentcan also be reviewed on the District’sonline Development Review at squamish.ca/development-review.Enquiries regarding the proposed DevelopmentPermit maybemade to the Planning Departmentat604-815-5002.
If youdonot have access to the internet or acomputer,please contactthe Planning Departmentat604-815-5002 and we would be happy to arrange to have the permit and drawings made available to you.
Public input will be considered by the Districtinreview of the application. Persons who believe thattheir interest in property is affectedbythe proposed temporary use permit maysubmit written submissions to planning@squamish.ca or,in persontothe DirectorofCommunityPlanning.Written submissions can be addressed to theDirectorofCommunityPlanning and will be received up until 4:00 p.m. April11, 2025.
Allsubmissions willform partofthe public record.
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at Squamish, British Columbia
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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN RECREATION AND CULTURE
Pool schedule: squamish.ca/rec/ poolschedule
11:30 am–12:30 pm
Wednesday, April 16
Bus Trip: TEDx2025 Screening West Vancouver Library, April 9
Flower Bouquet Workshop e55ActivityCentre
Spring Activity! April 9 and April 17
This workshop takes place at The55Activity Centre.Professional florist,Bernadette will lead students in creating their ownseasonal flower bouquet to take home. Registration closes 1week ior to workshop to allow he rightamountoffresh materials/greens to be pre-ordered. No drop-ins available
njoysome learning time fromTEDx2025 screening in the Welch Hall at West Vancouver Library.Attendance is free but aseparateregistration is required at westvanlibrary.ca/event/tedx2025humanity-reimagined
Therewill be time afterthe screening to explore the Centennial Seawalk or surroundingarea.
Zumba |19+ at The55ActivityCentre
Atotal workout,combining all elements of fitness –cardio,muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time youleave class. Drop-ins available
TryaFREE class! April 24
POOL RE-OPENING
Thepool reopened on Wednesday, April2,with the following hours of operation:
• MondaytoFriday: 6a.m. to 9p.m.
• Saturdayand Sunday: 9a.m. to 8p.m.
Avarietyofdrop-in programs areavailable, including Public Swims, Lane Swims, Parent &Tot, Parent &Child Swims,with Aquafit beginning on April7.The hot tub and showers areopen. Swim club pool times arealso scheduled
There’ssomething foreveryone,and we encourage youtocheck out the weekly pool schedule to plan your visit
Swimming lessons begin May5,with registration opening at 8a.m. on April15. To ensurefairaccess, each child mayregister foronly one lesson set this spring.Lesson schedules will be available to view starting April8.Lesson schedules and registration will be available at squamish.ca/pool.
To make room formorefamilies,we’ve updated the swim lesson format.This spring,all lessons will followaonce-a-week schedule over eight weeks,offeredMondaythrough Saturday. This pilot approach, which replaces the usual twoday-per-week format,allows us to offer nearly 200 additional spaces during this high-demand period The steam room will remain closed as we continue planning its reopening.
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THE FAMOUS GOOSE IS BACK ON THE LOOSE
The beloved Wilson returns home after recovering from a harrowing injury, capturing the hearts of locals and shedding light on the power of humans good and bad
JENNIFER THUNCHER jthuncher@squamishchief.com
Wilson, the Squamish Canada goose, having recovered from having an arrow in its rump, was set free today at Brennan Park field, to cheers—and a few joyful tears—from those in the crowd who came out to watch.
The goose, which was named by locals after the volleyball in the movie Cast Away, was shot with a plastic arrow near Sechelt last year.
The arrow was embedded in the left flank of the goose, leaving the arrow trailing out behind its back end.
He made his way to Squamish, where he was tracked by local Tim Cyr and other naturalists for about seven months.
Cyr spearheaded a GoFundMe campaign that raised $3,330 from supporters locally and beyond for a net gun to capture the bird
Wilson was finally captured by wildlife biologist Myles Lamont of TerraFauna Wildlife Consulting at Furry Creek in mid-January.
After a visit to the vet for surgery, he was transferred to MARS Wildlife Rescue, located near Courtenay on Vancouver Island, to recover and rebuild his strength
Before the release, Cyr noted it had been quite a “long haul” for the beleaguered bird.
“It will be really satisfying to see him finally get released after all he’s been through. He will see me and probably say, ‘Oh no, not him again,’” he said.
“He’s probably pretty sick of humans and can’t wait to be released.”
Cyr did the honours of opening the cage to set Wilson free in front of a cloud of about 50 onlookers and supporters.
Dylan Doucet, from MARS, helped take care of Wilson during his recovery
He was on hand for the release and said he had to clean Wilson’s arrow wound regularly, something the bird was not too fond of “He wasn’t too bad. He only bit me four or five, six times, probably more But no, he was fairly well behaved,” Doucet said, with a laugh.
Dr Adrian Walton, the vet who took the arrow out of Wilson back in January, was also on hand, taking time out from his work at the Dewdney Animal Hospital in Maple Ridge. He teared up
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University, and Horizon Contracting Group to name a few.
Shore noted that whilst inclusivity and diversity are prioritized at the fair, the event is not only for minority communities.
“Indigenous and non-Indigenous employers and job seekers are able to connect, fostering a workforce enriched by diverse perspec-
watching Wilson fly free
Before the release, Walton examined Wilson in his cage and gave him the all clear to fly.
He said what he wanted to see on his release from his cage, was Wilson walk and then fly away from the cage toward a gaggle of geese nearby, which is what Wilson did.
“My main takeaway from this is that this has been a community thing,” Walton said, commending all the people and organizations involved that got Wilson to his release.
‘INCREDIBLY COMPLEX’ CREATURE
Megan Erickson, acting wildlife rehabilitation manager for the MARS said Wilson’s chances of survival are pretty good.
“Considering how well he coped with the arrow, we expect him to thrive without the arrow. He does have a very small limp that is the result of the arrow going through muscle and tissue, however, it shouldn’t impact him too much, if at all,” she said
For Wilson to be released, MARS rehabilitation staff looked for several things
First was making sure the wound was completely healed, and there were no signs of infection, Erickson said
“Secondly, we wanted to make sure that his walk and paddle abilities were good enough to
tives,” she said
“Our goal is to maintain a balanced approach that supports both Indigenous communities and the broader labour market.”
EQUITABLE ACCESS
The Squamish Chief discussed with Shore the recent challenges in the 2025 labour market poised by economic and political
release, that he didn’t have too many hindrances from where the injury was located,” she added. Thirdly, staff needed to make sure Wilson’s waterproofing was perfect.
“Because geese spend so much of their time on the water, we can’t have their feathers in poor condition,” she said
Asked why she thinks the public has been so invested in Wilson’s care, when lots of birds and other animals are injured every day, Erickson said she thinks what really touched people about this case was that someone clearly targeted him.
They shot him with an arrow that wasn’t meant to kill, it was meant to inflict as much pain as possible without killing, she explained.
“And to do this out of hunting season as well. This tugs on people’s heartstrings,” she said “Even though Canada geese are considered a nuisance and most people don’t like them, it’s still a living, breathing animal that feels pain, and has feelings.”
She said that geese are “incredibly complex” creatures who mate for life, and are “amazing” parents
“While they are quite aggressive, and lots of people are afraid or don’t necessarily like them, for someone to want to harm one of these intelligent animals for fun upsets a lot of people,” she said
shifts, industry demands, and evolving workforce trends
Shore said that despite changes in the international market following President Donald Trump’s election, equitable access to jobs for all job seekers remains the overarching priority for WorkBC Shore suggested that the equitable access to jobs, alongside fair hiring strategies, ought to be promoted within the labour market over
She hopes that what readers take away from Wilson’s story is that almost everything humans do impacts wildlife
“People developing land reduces habitat for animals. Highways create zones where wildlife get hit with vehicles, homes and office buildings have windows that birds will fly into Pet cats being outside is the number one cause of death for all birds in the world. There are natural phenomena that impact wildlife, yes, but human-related injury and death is the main problem we see with our wildlife, and we have to do everything that we can do to mitigate that.”
She recommended people put up decals on their windows and drive slower along the highway,especially during spring when there are babies.
“Every little bit helps. Having the amazing people in Squamish find this goose, and really come together as a community to want to help is just so heartwarming, and is proof that even though ‘the world wasn’t changed by saving that one animal it’ll change the world for that one animal.’”
Caring for Wilson was not an inexpensive endeavour.
Donations for him and all the other animals MARS cares for can be made through its website, marswildliferescue.com
any competitiveness.
“Both Indigenous job seekers and temporary foreign workers contribute to Canada’s labour market in different ways; labour market needs should be addressed while supporting Indigenous employment and career growth,” she said
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PHOTOS BY JENNIFER THUNCHER/THE SQUAMISH CHIEF Wilson leaves his cage and takes his first steps—and then flight—of freedom, as local Tim Cyr snaps some pictures behind him.
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April is National Car Care Month, making it the perfect time to focus on vehicle maintenance and driving safety Avoid these common driving mistakes to keep your car in tip-top shape:
1. Aggressively stopping and starting
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2. Driving with low fuel
Frequently driving with your gas tank less than one-quarter full can damage your fuel pump and draw debris into the fuel system Making a habit of refueling before your tank gets too low will help you maintain a cleaner fuel system
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Driving with incorrect tire pressure or ignoring regular tire rotations can lead to uneven tire wear and reduced fuel efficiency Check your tire pressure monthly and have your tires rotated regularly Additionally, periodically check the tread depth to maintain sufficient grip on the road
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Many drivers tend to overlook warning lights, hoping the issues will resolve themselves. However, ignoring these signals can lead to costly repairs and unsafe driving conditions. Always address warning lights promptly.
5. Forgetting about regular maintenance
Skipping oil changes, filter replacements and inspections will lead to increased wear and tear, which can result in breakdowns Follow the maintenance schedule in your owner’s manual to prevent long-term damage Consider visiting a reputable local shop for professional help.
By following these tips, you can save money on repairs and extend your car’s lifespan.
Experts often emphasize the easy maintenance of electric vehicles (EVs), and for good reason However, this doesn’t mean they’re immune to damage or wear Here’s a look at how EV maintenance differs from that of gasoline-powered vehicles
The components
Traditional gasoline-powered cars have several components that don’t exist in electric vehicles, like spark plugs, a fuel tank and an exhaust system. Fewer components typically mean less maintenance. According to one study, owning an electric vehicle can save you around $500 per year based on an average of 20,000 kilometres driven
Problem areas
Electric vehicles tend to be heavier than gasoline-powered cars This added weight puts more stress on their suspension and steering systems, which often require special attention during annual maintenance
Additionally, the regenerative braking system in EVs means that the brake pedal is used less frequently, causing the brake pads to wear more slowly. However, this can increase the risk of rust developing on the pads. For this reason, it’s best to have a mechanic conduct regular inspections. Finally, while gasoline-powered cars may have a few extra expenses, poor maintenance of an electric vehicle can lead to significantly higher repair costs.
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EDITORIAL
HONK FOR WILSON!
Wilsonshould runfor primeminister. Hearusout.
TheCanadagoose hascapturedthe hearts of locals andpeopleacrossthe country.
Hewentfrominjured bird with an arrow in his rump, trackedfor sevenmonthsbyconservationists, to beingrescued by agaggleoffinehumans, to beingset free at BrennanParkonSunday, completewiththe cheers andtears of an adoring crowd
What acomebackstory!Justwhatevery politician needs.
And, having Canada rightinhis name is on brand forthesetariff-and-51st-state threatening times.
Fellow geeseare likely to fall in linewithhis late entryasacandidate,too.There aresigns they have been rallyingfor Wilson foratleast adecade.
Remember back in 2015,whenthe Peter MansbridgeCBC interviewwiththen-wannabe prime minister Justin Trudeauwas crashedby honkinggeese?
Trudeaucould barely getawordinfor allthe honking.
It wasa rally, of sorts, butmostofusmissedit.
And, dueto hisinjury, Wilson hasaslightlimp when he walks(waddles),reminiscent of the Britishprime minister,Winston Churchill,who guided Britain outofsomeofits darker days. (He was problematicfor otherreasons,but didprovide steadyleadershipand rallythe country, as Wilson seems to be doing.)
EBY’SBILL 7THREATENS DEMOCRACY
betweenprovinces.Fine. Lead theway.Table legislationthatremoves allbarriers B.C. imposes on otherprovinces.Get on with it.Hedoes not need to usurpthe democratic authorityofthe legislaturetoget that done immediately. Mr.Eby, take down thosewalls!
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On aserious note, thestory of thegoose hurt by a human’s cruelarrow,and then rescuedbykinder humans,isevidenceofour immensepower to impactwildlife, forgood or ill.
Megan Erickson,actingwildliferehabilitation manager forMARS, whereWilsonhas been nursed backtohealthoverthe last twomonths, said she hopesthatthispower is what readersget from his story.
“There arenatural phenomenathatimpact wildlife, yes, buthuman-related injury anddeath is the main problems we see with ourwildlife, andwe have to do everything that we cantomitigatethat,” shesaid.
“People developing land reduceshabitat for animals. Highways create zones[where] wildlife get hitwithvehicles, homesand office buildings have windows that birdswillfly into.Pet cats being outside is thenumberone cause of deathfor all birds in theworld.”
So rightnow,withthe worldsotopsy-turvy, is when we need astory like Wilson’s.
He’s areminderofthe worstand thebestwecan be.
#Wilsonforprimeminister
Weliveintroubling times. People are frightened andfeelvulnerable. Taking advantageofthatPremier DavidEby’s Bill7 triestoestablish autocratic rule forthe next two yearsinB.C.It’sthe move of an aspiring autocrat.Now is thetimefor measured,thoughtful action.Takingawaydemocraticrightsweakens us anddestabilizesour future
Ebydecries PresidentDonaldTrump’s actions while copyinghim.Hewants to rule,not to serve, the people of B.C. He is trying to setaside democracy formorethanhalfhis term.His claimthat this is necessarytoaddress issues that mayarise due to Trump’stariffs is,put bluntly, nonsense. This is thesamepremier whoreneged on his commitmenttocallthe legislaturebackright after theelection. Theelectionwas Oct. 19,2024. He did notcallthe legislaturebackuntil Feb. 17,2025, well afterPresident Trumpdeclaredhis intentions regardingCanada. Ebydelayed when it fithis politicalneeds.Now,heintroducesBill7 notto meetthe province’s or Canada’s needs,but to serve hispolitical wishes.
Ebysayshewants to remove alltrade barriers
AllpeopleofB.C.deserve to be representedin thesetimes.Any action should take placeonly with proper public scrutiny
Democracyismessy.Itcan be frustrating, butit is anecessary checkonautocraticpower
Thebest, andconstitutionallycorrect,way to fightTrump’s action is notbysuspendingour democratic institutions,but rather by fullyand carefullyconsidering ourresponsetoU.S.actions in ourconstitutionallyenshrined parliamentary system.There is no need or reason to give Ebythe dictatorialpower he seeks. We should exemplify howa properly functioningdemocracy makes policy decisionsthrough itslegislative assembly in accordance with theruleoflaw.Eby engage the legislaturedespite his proclivities to do the opposite.
EveryMLA,fromevery party, hasanobligation to uphold ourdemocraticinstitutions. The legislaturecan andwillact quicklywhenneeded. With Bill 7, Mr.Eby takesawayour rights andour electedrepresentative’s responsibilities.Wemust hopethatsomeNew Democratsinhis caucus
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PROVINCIAL VIEW GORDON CAMPBELL
Ha7lh skwálwen cht kwis emút cht iy sts’its’áp’ cht iy kw’shétsut cht na7tkwa temíxw tl’a Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw
(We have good feelings that we live, we work and we play on the lands of the Squamish Nation)
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remember they were elected as New Democrats, not New Autocrats. They should not acquiesce to the most autocratic bill ever tabled in B.C.’s legislature.
These are not, and should not be, personal decisions. Important decisions of this magnitude should be decisions where MLAs from every part of the province, from all parties, are included and held accountable.
All members of B.C.’s legislature are obligated to stand for Canadian democracy and due process, not to bow to autocracy.
We are Canadian Our parliamentary principles and practises define our public institutions regardless of party. Canadian responsible government requires that the Premier
and his cabinet account to the legislature. That’s the critical democratic link between a Premier and cabinet and the people of the province
Eby’s Bill 7 is a power grab, pure and simple. It gives Eby the sole power to amend any law, change any regulation, change any tax, use your personal information and ignore the legislature for more than two years. No checks. No guardrails No recourse. That is simply wrong for all of us regardless of political affiliation or what is decided in the U.S.
Eby’s Bill 7 undermines your rights and the governing principles of Canada.
We are smart enough, strong enough and creative enough to withstand powerful changes. But we will fail, if we follow Eby’s desire to undermine
the democratic foundation upon which we stand.
MLAs should be against this unnecessary power grab Even if the NDP MLAs cannot find a democratic conscience, then all opposition MLAs must
To stand up to the U.S., we must first stand up for democracy and against autocracy at home
Write, call, email or text your MLA. Tell them to stand for Canada and for our democratic values; tell them not to support this unconscionable power grab of the New Autocrats in Victoria
Gordon Campbell is a former British Columbia Premier Editor’s note: Since this piece was submitted, Eby has walked back some of the more controversial parts of Bill 7, saying it “didn’t get the balance right.”
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EYE-TO-EYE: A Canada goose (not Wilson!) stares into the looming eye of the artwork behind the gaggle of geese, at Oceanfront Squamish
BCIT STUDENTS EXPLORE SUSTAINABLE FORESTRY
The Forest and Natural Areas Management program uses the Sea to Sky Corridor as its hands-on outdoor classroom, touring several local sites
JENNIFER THUNCHER
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About 30 students from Burnaby-based British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT), all clad in hiking boots and high-vis vests, listen intently to the Squamish River Watershed Society’s Edith Tobe.
Squamish’s Justin Perry stands nearby He is an instructor with BCIT’s Forest and Natural Areas Management program.
On this day, Squamish is their classroom.
The students visited the estuary and, as Tobe speaks, they stand along the Mamquam River, by Centennial Way.
These 28 students are about to graduate from the two-year diploma program that focuses on forestry, vegetation management and arboriculture to support sustainable community development.
Tobe, and SRWS president Francesca (Chessy) Knight, are showing the students the Mamquam River Reunion Project, undertaken by the society in the early 2000s.
The main goal of the project was to reconnect the Mamquam River with the Mamquam Blind Channel, and the lower portion of the Squamish River Estuary.
The project was a great success.
“[It] has really invigorated this whole system We’re having a pink salmon year They come up every odd year in Squamish Every two
years they return to spawn. So this fall, we’re expecting to see a tonne of fish in here,” said Tobe, who is executive director and project manager of the society.
Squamish isn’t the only stop for the students They were in the Sea to Sky Corridor all week
PHOTOS BY JENNIFER THUNCHER/THE SQUAMISH CHIEF Above, Edith Tobe speaks with students near the Mamquam River; Right: Student Jonathan Jakes on the tour
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SPECTACULAR SQUAMISH: Dormant stratovolcano Mount Garibaldi, known as Nch’ḵay ( inch-KAY) by Squamish First Nation members, looms large over town
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“BCIT is big on bringing the classroom to the field, so this is why we’re visiting the Sea to Sky Corridor this week,” said Perry, adding they visited as far north as Mount Currie
“We’ve visited with the Squamish Community Forest organization We visited with Lílxwat Forestry Ventures, with some of the local forestry companies, such as Chartwell,” said Perry. “We’re really trying to show these students here who are about to graduate some of the opportunities [and] some of the ways that forestry in general is changing.”
DIVERSITY OF STUDENTS
Julia Allards-Tomalin, BCIT program head in Forest and Natural Areas Management, notes that forestry attracts a diverse group of students The program is usually half women and half men, she said
“About a 50/50, split in terms of students,” she said
“There are definitely different fields, like ecological restoration, I feel is a women-heavy industry... But things like urban forestry, traditional forestry, is still male-dominated, [though it] is gradually shifting, which is really nice to see.”
She said there are increasingly more women in management roles, including the ones they met on the Sea to Sky tour.
Allards-Tomalin is BCIT’s first female head of this program.
“Right now, in our department, we’re fairly
close to 50/50, in terms of female-to-male instructors, which is nice. It’s changed a lot over time. When I was a student, we didn’t have a single female instructor,” she said.
WHAT IS NEXT?
There is a wide range of careers these students could follow upon graduation, both
Perry and Allards-Tomalin stress.
“You could end up working in an estuary, you could end up working designing mountain bike trails or all kinds of things,” said Allards-Tomalin.
Student Tanya Steinauer, who was previously in the film industry, was inspired by the 2021 heat dome and B.C. wildfires.
“I was like, oh, there’s a lot of stuff going down these days on the landscape and in the environment,” she said
“It’s very hands-on,” she said of what she likes about the BCIT program. “Lots of field trips, lots of being out on the land So that was very important to me because I like to learn when you’re in the situation. Actually, by doing things practically, rather than just classroom-based learning ”
She said the week in the Sea to Sky meant she could “talk to some really fantastic females in the industry.”
After graduation, she will be going back to BCIT for a bachelor’s degree in ecological restoration.
Over the summer, though, she will be working with the Ministry of Forests as a research technician in Nelson.
Student Jonathan Jakes, who worked in an office environment previously, was attracted to the program because he prefers to work outside and wanted a career that could transfer him around the province.
“[To] do something that seems really relevant to where I live and in the province things that are related to forests, any sort of natural area management,” he said.
After graduation next month he will be working for consulting company Strategic Natural Resource Management out of Port McNeill.
He likes that within the industry, there’s planning for quite a far future
“There’s not a lot of places where you can think ahead, like 80 years from now,” he said, before heading back to his classmates as they walked further down the Mamquam River with Tobe and Knight
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FARMERS ON DUTY GROWS INTO SECOND LOCATION
Meet Felipe Hidalgo, who founded Farmers On Duty with his family during the pandemic. Their journey from challenges to opening a new store
JENNIFER THUNCHER jthuncher@squamishchief.com
Local grocer—Farmers on Duty is expanding. Last week, they opened their second location, The Local Barn, in the Squamish Town Hub, near Locavore Bar & Grill, on Mamquam Road.
It has been quite a journey for the familyowned business.
Five years ago, at the start of the pandemic, Felipe Hidalgo and his family, which includes six children, started Farmers On Duty
Originally from Chile, with a family background in farming that goes back generations, the business found success with a delivery service of fresh fruits and veggies.
The timing was perfect. With COVID-19 and its restrictions in full force, people were eager for fresh food delivered to their homes
As the pandemic slowed and normal life resumed, the business took a financial hit, says Hidalgo, as people went back to shopping in stores.
Two years ago, it was a little rough, he recalled, adding he was shovelling his own money into the business to keep it afloat.
The original plan when they arrived had been to go back to their home country, but with the state of things politically and economically there, combined with the fact they loved Squamish, the family decided to stay for good
“Squamish is, for me, the perfect town on all the planet,” said Hidalgo.
“This [is such] a special town; for kids, it is very good. My kids go skiing now, in the summer biking. It is close to Vancouver, close to Whistler. I love all of the small companies—crazy people like me, with a small company.”
Farmers on Duty’s focus on delivery transitioned to throwing open the doors to their Produce Outlet at 38922 Queens Way, and locals walked through in droves
On March 21, they had their opening at the second Squamish Town Hub location.
Hidalgo says their first three days saw 100 brand new customers, including folks from out of town
The Queens Way location sees mostly locals, he says
At the The Local Barn, there’s a selection of local and fresh fruits and vegetables, and also B.C. eggs, milk and cheese, and more.
There is also a selection of locally sourced meats.
Frozen salmon and cod are on offer in their own case
It is like a convenience store, only not the way we usually think of such a business, said Hidalgo.
It is a place to come and grab something quick that is locally and ethically sourced and healthier, he says.
The farm life is really, really special, because it’s a life full of colours, with full histories, with full adventure.
FELIPE HIDALGO
The “new” concept for Farmers On Duty is summed up in a recent post to their social media.
“The new concept of convenience, which is the old concept of convenience. By definition, convenience is the easiest thing to do in one place and quickly,” the post reads. “But be careful, the easiest thing is not always the best At [Farmers On Duty] we have the freshest and most local products that we personally collect with great passion and enthusiasm, directly from local farms. Because we know that the best always costs more, and we must [all] make a little effort. Welcome to the old concept of convenience, that of our grandparents who knew that the best and freshest is closer than we think.”
Wherever possible, the items are sourced in or close to Squamish, like lettuce from the Squamish CAN school farm, carrots from
Pemberton, honey from Lillooet, sliced sourdough bread from North Vancouver, organic apples from the Okanagan, and organic eggs from Abbotsford
Where they can’t source the product in B.C., Hidalgo says they buy directly from the farmers that supply the goods, cutting out the time and expense of brokers.
Hidalgo said it all comes back to his love of farming and farmers.
“I am a farmer in Chile, my grandfather too—all my family The farm life is really, really special, because it’s a life full of colours, with full histories, with full adventure,” he said, adding that like life itself, there are ups and downs that farmers must navigate, such as rain, drought or
sunshine.
“It is a history of effort, lots of effort,” he said
“[But] when you go with love, with passion, with time you can have the best product.”
The Produce Outlet at 38922 Queens Way is open every day from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The new Local Barn, found at Unit 6 at 1861 Mamquam Rd, is open every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Follow Farmers on Duty on Instagram, Facebook or its website.
The Squamish Business Beat was developed in response to local demand for more business-focused news To be considered, please reach out to news@squamishchief.com.
PHOTOS BY JENNIFER THUNCHER/THE SQUAMISH CHIEF (Above) Felipe Hidalgo, at the newest Farmers on Duty location in Squamish Town Hub. (Right) Customers shopping at The Local Barn
‘WE’RE
HERE TO HELP PEOPLE WHO NEED IT’: MEET THE PEOPLE BEHIND VICTIM SERVICES
Learn about the unique roles of victim services personnel at the Squamish RCMP detachment and how they assist individuals navigating the aftermath of crime
JENNIFER THUNCHER jthuncher@squamishchief.com
If the worst happens, Cori and Emma are there for you, if you want them.
Both women are victim services case workers based at the Squamish RCMP detachment.
(Due to safety concerns related to their roles, The Squamish Chief agreed to keep both women’s last names confidential.)
They are not police officers but instead offer support to victims of crime.
Their jurisdiction covers Squamish, up the corridor to the Daisy Lake Dam, and south down to Lions Bay. It also includes Bowen Island
Cori has been in her role for a little over a year, while Emma has been in hers since 2020.
The Squamish Chief sat down with them in the boardroom at the detachment on Finch Road on March 24 for a wide-ranging conversation that included what they do, what they don’t do and why they pursued this career.
What follows is a version of that conversation edited for length and clarity.
Q: Can you tell me a bit about what victim services offers clients?
Emma: So, we work with victims of crime and trauma. We are not police officers, but we work with the police.
We offer crisis response and crisis intervention We will go out with the police on call-outs—on scene—for incidents, but then we will also have clients referred to us through police files. So, victim services will be offered, and then, if it’s accepted, they get referred to us And then we work with them through whatever support they need.
Cori: We provide short-term emotional support while connecting clients to long-term resources within the community. The court is part of our role as well Not all victims we come across proceed through the criminal justice process, but if they do, that is something we can do explaining the whole process. If it gets to the point where it is a trial situation, we can be attending the trial with the victim, supporting them if they have to testify, and kind of walking them through that and offering them some support and guidance.
Q: So the service is offered, but it is up to the victim; they don’t have to engage with victim services, correct?
Emma: If they decline, then we won’t reach out to them
But there’s no timeframe for accessing us If they decline it and then they change their minds, they’re welcome to get in touch with us at any time
Cori: And we can even take general inquiries. If
someone has a general question, they can always call the front counter and be connected with us. If anyone’s curious about the program or what we offer, we’re always happy to answer those questions.
Emma: And it’s not always necessarily for a crime as well It might not meet the criminal threshold We always say there’s a difference between crime and bad behaviour. Sometimes it’s just having trouble with their roommate or their neighbour or something, and it’s not criminal, but it’s really causing them a lot of stress and trauma We can work with them through that
Q: Without disclosing anything confidential, can you provide some examples of scenes you would go to?
Cori: We deal with many different types of files, anywhere from sudden death to a domestic violence file, if the scene is determined safe by the police officers. It can be lots of different files, and that’s what I really enjoy about the job. It’s always different.
Q: It is clearly not an easy job. What drew you to it?
Emma: It’s not easy, but, at the risk of sounding really cliché, it’s very rewarding to be in a position where you can help people at a time of crisis A lot of people who we come across are having the worst time of their lives and to be the person who can help them through that is really a unique and special thing. It can be emotionally difficult sometimes for us too, coming across those situations that people find themselves in, but to be the person who can
help them through that is really rewarding.
Q: In a small town, people know each other. How does that play into your role, in terms of perhaps knowing or recognizing a victim?
Cori: Within all aspects of my job, I keep it professional. If there ever is a conflict of interest, that person can be referred to a different program, maybe to North Van, or maybe Whistler or a different co-worker. We try and mitigate that the best we can, but also still want to be providing service to people who need it.
And, [in terms of running into former or current clients], I talk about it with them: if I ever see you in the community, I’m not being rude, but unless you approach me, I’m not going to acknowledge you. People understand that
Emma: And a lot of our work is done over the phone or email, so it’s not like it’s an issue with every client we have We might not even know what they look like
Q: What do you think is misunderstood in the community about what victim services do or how you can help?
PHOTO BY JENNIFER THUNCHER/THE SQUAMISH CHIEF Cori and Emma are Squamish Victim Services case workers.
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Did you know that every worker has the right to a safe workplace from day one? Newcomers often face barriers that can jeopardize this right
JENNIFER THUNCHER jthuncher@squamishchief.com
It is every worker’s right to go home safe each night, however, there are barriers to that happening for some newcomers to Canada, including in the Sea to Sky Corridor, according to WorkSafeBC.
The organization says that its research shows that employees who have been in Canada for five years or less are much less likely to speak up about workplace health and safety concerns and are less aware of their right to file a claim if they’re injured on the job, when compared with those born in Canada
WorkSafeBC is the provincial agency responsible for workers’ compensation, preventing work injuries and insuring employers.
The agency’s research shows, for example, that an average of 50% of Chinese languagespeaking workers felt they had to tolerate health and safety risks to keep their job, and 30% feared that speaking up about unsafe conditions could harm their reputation, a news release states.
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The agency is launching a campaign to spread the word to newcomers that “all workers have the right to a safe workplace—from day one on the job—and are covered by WorkSafeBC insurance regardless of their immigration status or term of work,” the release states
WorkSafeBC’s spokesperson, Sandeep Mangat, said the agency often fields calls from workers who are unsure of their rights
“Sometimes, people are just worried about their status, right? So, ‘I’m not a permanent worker here,’ or ‘I’m here as a visitor, and I just worked two weeks,’ [or] ‘I don’t have legal status,’” he said “We try to make it clear to people that you’re still eligible if you have done bonafide work, even if it’s for a day, they’re still eligible for a claim. You still have the benefits, similar to anybody who’s a Canadian citizen or resident of B.C.”
Newcomer workers are more vulnerable because they often don’t know where to go and they’re scared to speak up, he added.
Some workers may also come from a culture where speaking up to authority is not common, he noted, and they can fear being fired for going to WorkSafe
It is illegal to fire someone for speaking up
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“We have a prohibited action complaint process. So, if a worker brings up about a health and safety issue or they feel they don’t have
the adequate training, or they haven’t been oriented, [or] they don’t have the personal protection equipment for doing that [job], then if they bring that up, they should not have any repercussion as a result of that.”
Employees should know they can also report unsafe conditions or abuse anonymously, through WorkSafeBC’s Prevention Information Line at 1.888.621.7233 Non-English speakers will be connected to a translator
Another safeguard for workers is that
WorkSafeBC inspection officers are trained not to raise the specific issue that has been reported with the employer during an inspection
“Let’s say somebody brings up an issue about no first aid at the work site, our officers are not going to come in and hone in on that specific topic. They’ll just say, ‘I’ve got a whole list of employers. This Squamish, [fast food restaurant], just happens to be your day,” he said.
The inspectors won’t come in and ask only about the reported problem, in other words.
Some examples of reporter worker complaints the agency hears about include a lack of first aid, or no hazard assessment done at a work site, or a lack of proper training
“Somebody is working, let’s say, in the sector to do with accommodation—hotels, motels There might be an issue with working alone or not being supervised There’s also the risk of violence, right? So the violence could come from customers. It could come from staff,” he said
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WorkSafeBC inspection officers are trained not to raise the specific issue that has been reported with the employer during an inspection.
Emma: We often tell people that we’re not police officers That’s one of the first things we would say to differentiate ourselves
And the police don’t have access to our victim services system It is all confidential unless there is something that we have a duty to report We often tell clients, “Everything you tell us, we won’t be sharing unless it is outlined in our confidentiality agreement.”
Another [clarification] is that we’re not personal counsellors. I think some people think that when we reach out to them that we are. We can help them get funding for counselling and things like that, but we’re not therapists ourselves.
Q: Can you explain further some of the resources you can help victims access?
Cori: Within the community, we refer clients to different counselling services through Sea to Sky Community Services, as well as PearlSpace—they’re a great community resource—as well as resources like the food bank Then there are also provincial resources, like the family law line and legal aid. Then, in terms of financial support, the Crime Victim Assistance Program (CVAP) is a provincial program, that we can assist with We can provide them with the paperwork and help them through the application process. And generally, that’s used for counselling services, but there are other areas they cover. They’re basically there to provide support for victims of crime through financial means.
Emma: We also work closely with Crown counsel, if it’s a court file. We can help clients if they want to provide a victim impact statement. The statements have to be done in a certain format so we can guide them through that process. Also, some clients like us to accompany them to support them while they’re testifying and guide them through the court process.
Q: Are you available for historic crimes or just current and recent ones, specifically, I am thinking of historic sexual assaults?
Cori: Yes. For sexually motivated crimes, there is no time frame. There are people who come forward 10 or 20 years later, and describe these events, which are horribly traumatic, and they deserve the same support as someone who just went through it
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Sectors that see the most vulnerable workers are ones that are common in the Sea to Sky—especially those that hire unskilled or semi-skilled workers.
“Construction is one where we’re getting an influx of foreign workers. We are finding it in agriculture, we are finding it also in ... retail business—fast food, some hotels.”
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
The big message is that every worker in B.C. has rights, regardless of where they come from, their status or industry
Mangat reiterated the rights he hopes newcomers will understand they have
“The right to refuse unsafe work, the right to be able to participate in health and safety committees and be able to participate in hazard
Q: For young people who may want to pursue victim services as a career, can you tell us how you got into it?
Cori: I worked in health care before this, and then COVID happened, and I switched gears. I think in order for someone to get into it, you just have to have a really big passion to help someone, and then pursue any education you can that would help you work in that field. So, whether that’s social work or psychology, things like that, and then real-world experience, I think, is another big, important piece of it—being able to feel comfortable in hectic environments.
There is no formal training, but once you are in the role, we have access to so much training.
Emma: When I was 18, I trained to be a counsellor. I finished that when I was 21, and I felt I needed more life experience before I pursued that career. I was still interested in the realm of psychology and counselling, so I went and did my undergrad in psychology I was living in the U.K. at the time, and fell into some management positions. It wasn’t actually until I moved to Canada seven years ago that I was ready to get into something in this field. This was a really good in-between for me, still using my education and background, but not being a counsellor.
Q: What else are you hoping to get across in this story?
Cori: We’re here We can be accessed by either contacting the front counter of the detachment or by phone or email. We’re here to help people who need it.
While the goal of the department is to have coverage 24/7, currently, victim services are available Monday to Friday.
Contact victim services at the detachment, 1000 Finch Dr., by phone 604 892-6153 or via email: SQUAMISH_VICTIM_SERVICES@ rcmp-grc.gc.ca.
Disclosure: While it is our strict policy that sources do not see stories before publication, The Squamish Chief agreed in this case to allow the RCMP to check the story for factual errors prior to publication. We made this very rare agreement due to the importance of the topic for members of the community
recognition, the right to be oriented properly and be trained. Very important is the right to claim an injury if they are injured at work. Being aware that if you report within 72 hours and you say this happened at work, your claim would be guaranteed as long as we can verify that it’s a genuine claim.”
He stressed that workers can go to the WorkSafeBC website to learn more. The organization can also converse with workers in 140 languages.
“So don’t feel alienated. May it be Arabic or Urdu or Hindi or French or Polish, or Romanian, I mean, we’ve got the language line that helps out to break that barrier.”
The following WorkSafeBC resources are available online in multiple languages:
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