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Squamish Chief @squamishchief.bsky.social · 20m
B.C. Ferries expects busy long weekend, including for foot passengers
B.C. Ferries expects busy long weekend, including for foot passengers
The Thanksgiving long weekend is usually the fifth-busiest weekend of the year for the ferry company, and is also among the busiest for foot passengers.
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Squamish Chief @squamishchief.bsky.social · 29m
Parksville woman loses $200,000 in crypto scam she heard about from a friend
Parksville woman loses $200,000 in crypto scam she heard about from a friend
The woman had learned about the ‘investment’ scheme from a friend, who was also defrauded.
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Squamish Chief @squamishchief.bsky.social · 38m
Ryan Reynolds, Colin Hanks say their John Candy doc offers lesson in grief
Ryan Reynolds, Colin Hanks say their John Candy doc offers lesson in grief
TORONTO — A new documentary presents beloved Canadian comic John Candy as a people-pleaser who loved to make others laugh.
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Squamish Chief @squamishchief.bsky.social · 5h
I Watched This Game: Chytil tallies two as Canucks crush Calgary to kick off season
I Watched This Game: Chytil tallies two as Canucks crush Calgary to kick off season
The Vancouver Canucks got two goals from Filip Chytil in a 5-1 win over the Calgary Flames to start the 2025-26 season in style.
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Squamish Chief @squamishchief.bsky.social · 8h
Canada Post union switching from countrywide to rotating strikes
Canada Post union switching from countrywide to rotating strikes
OTTAWA — The union representing Canada Post employees says it will switch from a countrywide strike to rotating strikes starting Saturday morning, in a decision that will get mail and parcels moving again. Rotating strikes will begin at 6 a.m.
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Squamish Chief @squamishchief.bsky.social · 8h
ICYMI: Catching up with Kenny of 'Kenny Versus Spenny'
ICYMI: Catching up with Kenny of 'Kenny Versus Spenny'
Iconic Canadian show is experiencing a resurgence in popularity, pair will perform in Squamish on Oct. 15.
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Squamish Chief @squamishchief.bsky.social · 9h
B.C. residents warned of people impersonating Girl Guides selling cookies
B.C. residents warned of people impersonating Girl Guides selling cookies
Fraudsters have been reported in the Lower Mainland and the Interior.
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Squamish Chief @squamishchief.bsky.social · 10h
Opinion: How employers can promote physical activity among workers
Opinion: How employers can promote physical activity among workers
Getting more physical activity at work or during commutes might make physical activity goals more feasible for working people. Here are evidence-based ways employers can help.
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Squamish Chief @squamishchief.bsky.social · 11h
B.C. man who bit off end of cop's pinky to remain in psychiatric hospital
B.C. man who bit off end of cop's pinky to remain in psychiatric hospital
The BC Review Board ruled the accused's risk "is too great" to allow for unescorted access to the community.
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Squamish Chief @squamishchief.bsky.social · 12h
Why Arshdeep Bains is in the Canucks’ top-six to start the season
Why Arshdeep Bains is in the Canucks’ top-six to start the season
Arshdeep Bains is getting a prime opportunity with Filip Chytil and Conor Garland on opening night.
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Squamish Chief @squamishchief.bsky.social · 13h
Squamish council sets course for future funding of debris flow barrier
Squamish council sets course for future funding of debris flow barrier
As part of its upcoming financial planning process, the council sets the course for how the District will fund one of its most significant public safety investments—the Cheekeye Fan debris flow barrier—through a combination of targeted and general taxes.
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Squamish Chief @squamishchief.bsky.social · 15h
Kirk LaPointe: Is it time for Rustad to pass the baton?
Kirk LaPointe: Is it time for Rustad to pass the baton?
BC Conservatives marred by serial turmoil, internal ruptures
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Squamish Chief @squamishchief.bsky.social · 16h
Mag’s 99 connects with former Festal Cafe chef
Mag’s 99 connects with former Festal Cafe chef
Thanksgiving in Squamish just got tastier, thanks to an unexpected partnership between two local favorites—Festal Cafe and Mag’s 99.
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Squamish Chief @squamishchief.bsky.social · 17h
Canucks lines vs Flames, October 9, 2025
Canucks lines vs Flames, October 9, 2025
The Vancouver Canucks kick off the season with 18-year-old rookie Braeden Cootes as their third-line centre.
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Squamish Chief @squamishchief.bsky.social · 18h
Squamish construction meet-ups aim to foster collaboration
Squamish construction meet-ups aim to foster collaboration
Squamish civil engineer Brian Liu masterminded Drafts & Drafts: Construction Conversations to bring together industry professionals on Oct. 21.
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Squamish Chief @squamishchief.bsky.social · 18h
B.C.'s ADHD diagnoses skyrocketed during and after the pandemic
B.C.'s ADHD diagnoses skyrocketed during and after the pandemic
This concerns substance use researchers because people with ADHD are more at risk from unregulated drugs.
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Squamish Chief @squamishchief.bsky.social · 19h
Senate debates bill to add warning labels to alcohol packaging
Senate debates bill to add warning labels to alcohol packaging
The proposed bill also would clearly label what constitutes a standard drink and the number of drinks that pose a health risk.
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Squamish Chief @squamishchief.bsky.social · 19h
B.C. government experts including engineers, foresters expand strike provincewide
B.C. government experts including engineers, foresters expand strike provincewide
The Professional Employees Association says roughly 1,000 members working in ministries such as health, mining, transportation and resource stewardship are now on picket lines.
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Squamish Chief @squamishchief.bsky.social · 20h
Neighbourhood Craft returns to Squamish for fall fair this weekend
Neighbourhood Craft returns to Squamish for fall fair this weekend
A beloved celebration of west coast artistry and inclusivity is making its seasonal comeback—Neighbourhood Craft hits Cleveland Avenue in Squamish on Oct. 11.
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Squamish Chief @squamishchief.bsky.social · 20h
British Columbia has tabled historic legislation to smoke out vaping advertising
British Columbia has tabled historic legislation to smoke out vaping advertising
The legislation is modelled after similar laws the government used to sue tobacco companies and opioid manufacturers, says AG.
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Squamish Chief @squamishchief.bsky.social · 21h
Canucks Preview: Massive home/road trip to start the 2025-26 season
Canucks Preview: Massive home/road trip to start the 2025-26 season
Previewing the Vancouver Canucks' schedule from October 9 to October 23, 2025.
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Squamish Chief @squamishchief.bsky.social · 21h
Rob Shaw: Rustad’s free-vote revolution collapses under pressure
Rob Shaw: Rustad’s free-vote revolution collapses under pressure
B.C. Conservatives’ bold talk about conscience and courage crumbled the moment unity proved more valuable than principle
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Squamish Chief @squamishchief.bsky.social · 1d
'Poster child for online dating scams' must repay $89,000, but gets no jail time
'Poster child for online dating scams' must repay $89,000, but gets no jail time
Brodie Lyle Brooks, who pleaded guilty to defrauding 14 people in Greater Victoria and Duncan, will serve time under house arrest but is allowed to work.
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Squamish Chief @squamishchief.bsky.social · 1d
Trump's Tylenol misinformation revives history of 'mom blaming' in autism, docs say
Trump's Tylenol misinformation revives history of 'mom blaming' in autism, docs say
When U.S. President Donald Trump urged pregnant women to avoid Tylenol because of an unproven belief it can cause autism,
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Squamish Chief @squamishchief.bsky.social · 1d
Mario Canseco: Young Canadians show mixed views on vaccines, says poll
Mario Canseco: Young Canadians show mixed views on vaccines, says poll
Research Co. polling shows 72% of Canadians support mandatory childhood vaccines, yet one-third still believe MMR causes autism
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