How do we move from a car ‘first’ to a car ‘last’ mindset whereby some of our local trips are done differently (walk/bike/bus), instead of just jumping in the car? And what impact could this have if we do? Have a listen to these four intelligent UBC Masters students who recently worked on their thesis project with the District, and help to answer these questions for us. Let us know what you think.

Join us for the last episode of our Climate Action series Agency in a Climate Emergency! Squamish Manager of Sustainability and Climate Change Ian Picketts is joined by guests Mayor Karen Elliott and Expeditioner Sunniva Sorby to discuss the imperative of acting on climate change including the benefits of citizen science, global challenges and local action impacts.

Join us for an in-depth conversation about the Central Estuary Restoration Project (CERP)/Restore the Shore with Squamish Nation Councillor Joyce Williams, CERP staff member Patricia Heintzman, the District of Squamish Director of Engineering Chris Wyckham, and Mayor Karen Elliott.

Join District of Squamish Manager of Sustainability and Climate Change Ian Picketts, District of Squamish Transportation Planner Dora Gunn, and CleanBC Go-Electric Fleets Program Zero Emission Vehicle Advisor Patrick Breuer as they discuss the intricacies and benefits of electric engines, what the practicalities of E.V. ownership are, and what the different options in low-carbon engines means for the consumer, as well as a look into the current state of Squamish’s active transportation networks and what plans are in place for the future.

Did you know that residential and commercial buildings are the second-largest source of emissions in Squamish? Join District of Squamish Manager of Sustainability and Climate Change Ian Picketts, Senior Energy Specialist Karine Le Du, and Community Energy Association Climate Solutions Specialist Alison Jenkins as they chat about what it takes to create new energy-efficient buildings in Squamish, and what the path ahead looks like for decarbonizing existing buildings. Tune in to learn how we’re working towards meeting our 2030 emissions goal and what you can do to help.

Did you know that 10% of waste in Single Family Homes in Squamish is avoidable food waste? District of Squamish Manager of Sustainability and Climate Change Ian Picketts is joined by District Waste Management experts Jeff Wint and Shannon White to chat about all things solid waste from woodwaste to food waste and everything in between. Tune in for tune in for tips on how to reduce food waste, make it easier to compost at home, reduce recycling contamination and keep more waste out of the Landfill. This is part one of our series on the topic of Climate Action in Squamish.

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Living with wildlife can be a complex topic and one that is widely misunderstood. Join Mayor Karen Elliott, Councillor Chris Pettingill, Conservation Officer Service Sergeant Simon Gravel and District of Squamish Wildlife Coordinator Meg Toom for a discussion on what it truly means to be a 'bear smart' community and why it matters, cultural changes that impact bears, the impacts of recreation on wildlife, grizzly bear recovery, and the truth behind some of the common wildlife myths.

Access to affordable, accessible and high-quality child care spaces remains a complex and challenging issue for Squamish families and caregivers. This episode is a live recording of last week's Virtual Mayor's Drop-In. Tune in to hear from Mayor Karen Elliott, Acting Mayor John French, District of #Squamish Planner Sarah McJannet, child care resource and agency partners parents, caregivers, child-care providers and early childhood educators, employers and residents on the current child care climate including:

• Squamish child care needs and targets, local planning and actions to date;
• How we can focus and accelerate joint efforts to address the profound need for child care in our community; and
• The childcare-related opportunities and challenges that can generate childcare solutions necessary for a strong social and economic foundation in our community.