A rendering of a new building with a mostly black metal exterior and light-coloured wood siding accents on the lower floor.
Back in 2022 a fire destroyed a mixed-use building in Squamish. The family that has owned the land for decades plans to rebuild with a modern take on the original. Commercial on the bottom and 8 apartments above. The housing units will be rented out well before the interior paint dries.
A screen capture from a report on the Brennan Park ice arena humidity and plant review report from February of 2026 reporting on operational issues that caused the rink to shut down in September of 2025. Pictures within the image include shots of the pool entry doors, condensation on ice arena glass, the reading on a humidity detection device, gaps in various doors and temporary renovation walls.
The ice rink in Squamish had to be shut down this fall because the ice conditions became dangerous. A report on this is available online. Here’s the link to the full report.
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After a colonoscopy in August my doctor recommended my direct relations get screened also. My mom was the first to be checked. The initial report on her result is positive. Learn more at my blog. www.johnfrench.ca/post/c-is-fo...
An architectural rendering of a proposed new brewery and tasting room featuring a two-floor brewery building and a dining rail car. The main building features an A-frame steel design with grey metal cladding, hanging patio lights above an outdoor seating area and streetside bicycle parking. The image also includes proposed landscape features.
Bold new venture coming to Squamish Council for approval of a Development Permit. This proposal is for a brewery & tasting room on a small lot downtown. The proponents want to put a railcar on site as an eating and drinking area. #craftbeer squamish.civicweb.net/FileStorage/...
We’re well into 2026 and new habits are setting in. I’m encouraging everyone to maximize compost separation. Organic waste into landfills makes no sense when organics are easily converted to soil. youtu.be/IBsHDN6vnqk #wastemanagement
Squamish Council biography page featuring information about Councillors Eric Andersen, John French and Lauren Greenlaw.
Because transparency is important to me and a governing principle of Squamish Council, I want to let you know that Squamish Council members received a 2.75% pay increase as of Jan. 1, 2026. This is consistent with policy. #politicalpay
Three family members enjoying Christmas morning .
Merry Christmas 🎄
Wishing all my Bluesky friends happy holidays and all the best for 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ on this eve of Christmas. 🤶🏼 🎅🏼 🧑🎄 🎄 🎁 💝
Victoria Wicks, Jaclyn McNamara: The Cowichan ruling isn’t a threat to private property
This is a good read for anyone freaking out about property rights and property ownership in Canada. policyoptions.irpp.org/2025/12/cowi...
A design sketch of what a boat launch could potentially look like at Darrell Bay south of Squamish.
One key step forward as Squamish contemplates a possible future new boat launch facility. Westmar Advisors Inc. has taken a high-level look at the feasibility of building a ramp at Darrell Bay. The full report is at this link: squamish.civicweb.net/FileStorage/...
Family fun this weekend at the Squamish Adventure Centre.
The artist is Joe Suave of Pemberton, BC
A public art statue built in an industrial steampunk style in a grassy treed area. I’m posing beside the statue.
New public art just outside the recreation centre in Squamish, BC. Fascinating piece with amazing small details all over the statue.
Long weekend fun in Squamish, BC. My wife surprised her mother by bringing her to the Squamish Canyon boardwalk. Check out the highlights from her tour of the Mamquam River. youtu.be/QZY8sqveH0A #adventuretourism
Over the last few days a number of people have brought up the parking challenges currently experienced in Squamish. Back in February of 2024 I wrote a blog and created a video about this. If you haven’t seen these yet, I encourage you to have a look. #sqpoli www.johnfrench.ca/post/baby-yo...
Work is underway to establish a ten-year financial plan for Squamish. The budget process includes an opportunity for public feedback. Residents and other stakeholders can learn more at the link below. Feedback is welcome. #sqpoli letstalksquamish.ca/budget-2026
Happy Thanksgiving! What are you thankful for? I’m thankful for you. You took the time to read this and to me that means we’re connected and I’m thankful for that. Enjoy your day whatever it looks like. Enjoy the time you spend with your family or your chosen family and friends. 🍂🦃🇨🇦
Great listen here as Whistler Mayor Jack Crompton chats with Seth Klein about all things climate. #localgovernment podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/t...
Screen capture from a report titled Curbside Collection Assessment for the District of Squamish. The image includes a photo of a bear with a plastic bag hanging from its mouth following a successful effort to open a tote with a wildlife protective locking system on it.
Separating out kitchen waste and other organic waste from the rest of the garbage generated from households has many advantages. A report from the consulting company Stantec assesses the organic waste collection system in Squamish. #sqpoli
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Lit letters spelling CANDADA illuminate the night in Victoria, BC with the the legislative building in the background.
Fresh back from Victoria and the 2025 Union of BC Municipalities annual conference I created a blog post. Check it out. www.johnfrench.ca/post/brainst...
Colourful fireworks in the night sky.
Squamish council will consider prohibiting the sale of fireworks in the District of Squamish. squamish.civicweb.net/FileStorage/...
For those with unanswered questions about the ice rink closure in Squamish, have a look at the info here: squamish.ca/rec/temporar...
A BC Transit sign reading, “Bus Stop - 1 Downtown” with trees and a road in the background.
Tue, Sep 9 Squamish Council will discuss transit fares. Did you know the monthly pass cost was set in 1997 at $39 for adults and $20 for students/seniors and those rates haven’t changed since then? Read the full report here: squamish.civicweb.net/FileStorage/...
Renovations are stressful. In my community we're updating the recreation centre. More than a few surprises have popped out of the walls, ceilings and floors.
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#localgovernment
A senior citizen stands in a maple tree holding a walking stick. She has a big smile and she’s laughing.
On Tue, Sept. 2 Squamish Council will consider declaring Oct. 1 Squamish Seniors Day in the District. Every day is seniors day and our elders deserve to be acknowledged and celebrated. #seniors squamish55communitysociety.ca
A sunflower stands out from green foliage on a patio deck.
Pretty good for a guy who regularly over-waters plants, sometimes dries them out and generally does a poor job growing stuff. This grew from seed and due to poor seedling labeling I originally thought this was a zucchini. 🤷🏼♀️ #patiogarden
On the issue of a liquified natural gas export facility 7 km south of downtown Squamish, The Squamish Chief believes we can all agree to disagree. Agreed and it's time to finalize a tax agreement to create tax certainty.
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Jason and Jerry Song pose with Councillor John French in the Squamish Council chambers.
Young people 16 and up are mature enough to vote. I support the efforts of Jerry and Jason Song along with all the other people pushing the Vote16 initiative. vote16.ca/about
