November 6, 2025

ON CITY ICE

SquamishMinorHockeyAssociationplayers hit the ice at Rogers Arena

THURSDAY,NOVEMBER6,2025

BACK TO A NEW NORMAL

With the municipal labour dispute over, the District, union and user groups areeager to move forward toward a better future

JENNIFER THUNCHER, WILL JOHNSON jthuncher@lodestarmedia.ca

With the municipal labour dispute over, local user groups that were locked out of Brennan Park Recreation Centre by the dispute are looking forward to getting back where they want to be.

Last week,a tentative Collective Agreement was reached between CUPE Local 2269 and the District of Squamish. Quickly after, both council and the union ratified the agreement, effectively ending the impasse that had been impacting local services since Oct. 2.

Approximately 80% of union members who casta ballot voted in favour of the agreement, according to the union.

The union says the new three-year

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agreementincludeswageincreases of 3.75% for2025, 3.25%for 2026 and3% for2027.

Accordingtoaunion mediarelease,other keyimprovementsin thenew collective agreementinclude living wage increasesfor thelowestpaidworkers andmarket adjustmentsfor sixclassificationsofDistrict workerstoaddress recruitmentand retentionissuesatthe municipality.Ajoint committeewill be struck to make recommendations on alternativescheduling optionsthatpromote work-lifebalance.

Themunicipalitysaidinits releaseOct.29 that theagreement will mean thelowestpaid full-timeworkers will be paid $55,000per year.

Workerswillalsobeableto earn four weeksofvacationafter five years, as opposed to sixyears previously required.

“Wearerelieved that theunion and District have foundaway to reach agreement,and that ourunionized employeeswill be back at work,” said MayorArmand Hurford, afterthe agreementwas ratified.

“The last fewweeks have been very difficult foreveryoneinvolved. Ourpriority nowistowelcome employeesbackand to resume stalledpublicservicesasquickly as possible.Wethank residentsfor your patience during this time.”

Theunion struck amoresubdued tone in thewakeofthe agreement.

“Atits core,thisdispute wasabout respect, andabout creating aworkplace where people feel valued andsupported,” said Celeste Bickford,president of CUPE 2269,in theunion’s release.

“Thisnew agreementisa starting pointfor addressing theconcerns workershavebeen raising, that couldbeseenevery dayduring thelockout.There’s stillalot of work to do to addressthe ongoingrecruitment and retentionchallengesthe District faces, and to ensure thelong-term sustainability of servicelevels.”

Hurfordmadeapoint of addressing the issueofthe employer’s respectfor its unionizedstaff.

“CUPELocal 2269 employeesare integral to theDistrict’sability to deliverreliable services to thecommunity,and we’re hopefulthisagreement conveysthat acknowledgementwhile balancingthe impactstoour taxpayers,”continued Hurford.“The respectfor andvalue of our people hasnever been aquestionfor us.We will committimeand effort to reinforcethis as everyone comesbacktogether.”

OFFTHE ICE

BecauseBrennan Park Recreation Centre staffwereoff thejob during thedispute,the pool wasdrained andthe icetaken out. Thus,getting both putbackmeanta furtherdelay forskaters andswimmers alreadyfrustratedbyshutdowns at their facilities earlierinthe year;swimmersdue to tilesthatweredeemedunsafe, andskaters duetoahumidityissue that made theice unsafe.

AccordingtoSkate Sea2SkyClubhead coachKari-AnnMacDonald,it’sbeenareal slog forher athletes.

“Right now, I’mstill travelling five daysa week,withone skater competingat sectionals in Richmondnext weekend. Then, thethird weekendofNovember, Iexpectto have over 20 skaterscompeting in North Surrey,” shetoldThe Squamish Chief. “I’m concernedabout ournumbers sinceseveral students haven’tbeenonthe icesince Oct. 14,due to beingunabletotrain outsideour community.”

Thetravelhas takenits toll.

“[Oct. 28]night wasparticularlyfrustrating—my drivehomefromWhistlerwas horrific,startingwithsnowthrough town andturning into torrential rain therestof theway.The flooding,highwinds,and poor visibility made it dangerous. My thoughts were with allour skatersand parentswho areforcedtofacethese conditions because we can’ttrain locally,”she said.

“I am grateful that theunionworkers have nowsecured athree-yearcollective agreement, providingsomejob stabilityand preventing furtherdisruptions.However, I’m stillworried aboutthe rink equipment.After thethree-weekclosure in September, everything wasremoved. We were told it worked toward theend withoutthe equipment,but if thereare anyissuesnow,more delays couldleave us in averydifficult position.”

Hockey players,their coachesand families were relieved that thedispute ended, butare lookingtoalongertermsolutionfor our one-rink town.

“We’re incredibly thankful that theDistrict of Squamish andCUPE2269wereableto reachanagreement so ourkidscan finally getbackwhere they belong,intheir recreation centre,not caughtinthe middle of apolitical dispute,”SquamishMinor Hockey presidentLeahHodgestoldThe Squamish Chief.

Forour playersand families,thismarks theend of averydifficult stretch. Between therenovationclosure andthe recent labour disruption,our youthhavebeenwithouta home arenafor fartoo long.We’re just hopefulnow that theice canbereinstalled andplayers canreturnbyNov.13. That wouldbethe best possible outcome: getting ourkidsbacktodoing what they love and restoringasense of normalcy to our community.”

Hodges believes thefocus cannow return to thefactthatthe communityisgrowing, whichmeans outgrowing theavailable recreation facilities—which shebelievesare roughlyhalfthe size they should be.

“We’re alreadybehind, andweneedto startcatchingup.”

To that end, acommunity fund is being establishedtoexpandlocal recreation amenitiesand pursue afeasibility studyto explore howthese projects cancometo fruition at afractionofthe cost—$70 million—that waspresented at city council on Oct. 21.

We arerelieved that theunion and District have found away to reach agreement, and thatourunionized employeeswillbe backatwork.

MAYORARMAND HURFORD

SWIMMERS RESTARTING PROGRAMS

Meanwhile, theSquamishPirates arethrilled to be diving back into thepool.

“We’re very pleasedtohearthatthe District andits employeeshavereached anew collective agreement. We’regratefulfor the hard work of allthe staffwho keep Brennan Park running andare excitedtobring our swimmers whohavebeentrainingoutside the communitybackhometoour localpoolvery soon,”readsastatement from thePirates.

“The rest of ourclubislooking forwardto restarting programs forall ourmembers that have been paused sincethe endofthe summer.”

Many District programs resumedthisweek, andmunicipal staffare workingtoget everything else back to normal.

“The recreation andfacilitiesteams are workingtoreopenand welcomethe communitybacktothe aquaticcentreand ice arenaasquickly as possible,” theDistrictsaid in anewsrelease on Friday.

Exacttimelines forthe pool andrinkwereset to be announcedafter pressdeadline.

“Werecognize thecommunity frustration that hasresultedfromanother pausein recreation services,and we areworking hard to return to normal.Thank youfor your patience foralittlewhile longer,” theDistrictsaid.

PUBLIC COMMENT OPEN ON WOODFIBRE LNG’S PLANNED RADIO TOWERS

As part of its infrastructure, Woodfibre LNG is planning the installation of dual communication towers that would also support local fire department coverage

JENNIFER THUNCHER

jthuncher@lodestarmedia.ca

Woodfibre LNG (WLNG) is looking to install two 30-metre radio communication towers on its site.

As part of the federal approval process, there is a public comment period for this project, which closes on Nov. 15.

According to the company, the towers—each approximately theheight of 2.5 buses stacked vertically or half the length of an NHL hockey rink—are critical to ensuring reliable and secure communication.

The towers will support the transmission of voice, data andoperational signals between different areas of the site.

Asked for more information, WLNG communications spokesperson Sean Beardow said that the communication towers contain all the technical infrastructure to connect communication systems on-site.

First, a very high frequency (VHF) and ultrahigh frequency (UHF) radio system that will connect the control room and operators. Second,a line of sight microwave for wireless point-to-point communication with BC Hydro to control the power transmission to the LNG facility.

As part of the constructionof the towers, Woodfibre will includea separate VHF antenna onone tower to extend radio coverage for Squamish Fire and Rescue services.

“Doing so will delivera direct community benefit by enhancing communication efficacy in relation [to] emergency response incidents in the region,” Woodfibre says in anews

release.

The towers will be under 24-7 security surveillance by closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras and security staff on-site.

For its part, the District says Squamish Fire Rescue was part of the application review process for the communication tower and had asked Woodfibre LNG if the radio tower had the capacity to add a VHF antenna at a later point, for the fire department.

“This site was not in any immediate plans for Squamish Fire Rescue’s radio communication

needs, but as the communicationneeds change, Squamish Fire Rescue wanted to determine if there was potential for this site to be added to extend coverage on the southern end of Squamish Fire Rescue’s response area,” said spokesperson Rachel Boguski, manager of communications.

Boguski said Squamish Fire Rescue currently uses a Simulcast radio communication system that uses multiple towers to mesh the VHF broadcasts “and ensure optimal radio coverage by reducing ‘shadow zones’—areas

without radio coverage.”

“Shadow zones are common in areas with steep mountains and valleys and can be challenging for radio communications in the valleys. The Simulcast system was installed in 2021, as a capital project, and has been a large improvement in our radio communications system and has added redundancy with a second tower in the event of a natural disaster impacting one tower site,” Boguski added. Folks can weigh in or ask questions about the towers via: info@wlng.ca.

NEW FEDERAL LEGISLATION TARGETS MARINE POLLUTION AND DERELICT VESSELS

Bill C-244 targets marine dumping and derelict vessels to protect coastal waters

JORDAN COPP

Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

New legislation proposed to close enforcement gaps in federal environmental laws by enforcing marine dumping and derelict vessel regulations more strictly was introduced in Parliament last month.

Aiming to strengthen protection for marine environments, West Vancouver–Sunshine Coast–Sea to Sky Country MP Patrick Weiler introduced a private members’ bill, Bill C-244, the Clean Oceans Act, which passed first reading Sept 22 Parliament is to consider second reading on Nov. 6.

The act would amend the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA) to establisha strict liability offence for marine dumping. It would also strengthen the Wrecked, Abandoned or Hazardous Vehicle Act (WAHVA) and penalize boat owners who transfer vessels “to individuals they know are incapable of maintaining or disposing of the boats.”

In the release, Weiler mentioned the 2015 MV Marathassa oil spill in English Bay, which released over 2,700 litres of bunker oil, was not

Thereare thousandsof abandoned or derelict vessels awaitingcleanupin B.C. watersalone … These pose environmental hazards, safety risks, and economic burdenson coastal communities.

MP PATRICKWEILER

held accountable under CEPA despite the environmental harm and left taxpayers to foot the cleanup bill.

“There are thousands of abandoned or derelict vessels awaiting cleanup in B.C. waters alone,” said Weiler in the release. “These pose environmental hazards, safety risks, and economic burdens on coastal communities.”

advocated for stronger enforcement. The Clean Coasts Act reflects years of grassroots pressure from communities witnessing the impacts firsthand.

In August, Coast Reporter highlighted the impacts of derelict vessels in Sechelt Inlet and Howe Sound. In that report, Ian Winn of the Howe Sound Biosphere Region Initiative Society described deteriorating vessels in Gambier Island’s Andy’s Bay, some of which sank or broke free, threateningnearby protected marine areas. Winn later testified before the standing committee, urging a faster and more efficient system under WAHVA to prevent environmental disasters from unfolding while ownership transfers stall.

In July of 2024, The Squamish Chief reported on a derelict boat at Porteau Cove that was riddled with drilled holes that was spotted by a Squamish conservationist, John Buchanan. It took almost a month from the time he reported it until it was removed. In the meantime, it had gone from a floating intact vessel on the shore, to a broken-up vessel under the pier Weiler acknowledged the frustration shared by residents and advocates. “Coastal communities have carried the burden of marine pollution for far too long,” he said in the release. “This legislation ensures that those who pollute our oceans are finally held accountable.”

Baha’i Faith

Baha’i Faith

SQUAMISH BAHÁ’Í COMMUNITY

Reconciliation is Justice

Reflectionson Tolerance

In 1996, theUNGeneral Assembly adoptedResolution51/95 proclaiming16 Novemberas InternationalDay forTolerance.

Thisactionfollowedthe adoption ofa Declaration of Principles on Tolerance byUNESCO’sMemberStateson 16 November1995.Among other things,the Declaration affirms that toleranceisneither indulgence nor indifference.Itisrespect andappreciation of therichvariety ofour world’scultures,our formsofexpression andwaysofbeing human. Tolerancerecognizesthe universalhuman rightsand fundamentalfreedomsofothers. Peopleare naturally diverse;onlytolerance can ensurethe survivalofmixed communities in everyregionofthe globe. Some reflections on toleranceanddiversityfromthe Baha’i writings.

The Baha’i teachings– established by Baha’u’llah withtheprinciplesoftolerance and theunity ofhumankind –callfor theeliminationofall prejudices, whether racial, gender-related,national,orreligious.Inhis writings,Baha’u’llah asked allpeopleto “…observetolerance and righteousness,which aretwo lightsamidst thedarkness ofthe worldand twoeducatorsfor theedificationofmankind.”

To build atruly unified society, the Baha’i teachingssay,everyoneneedstohavea voice,andeveryonehas aright to expectandreceive justice: Thelight of menisJustice.Quenchitnot withthecontrary windsofoppression and tyranny. Thepurpose of justiceisthe appearance ofunity amongmen.–Baha’u’llah,Tablets of Baha’u’llah, pp.66-67.

The diversity of thehuman family should be thecause of love and harmony,asit isin musicwhere manydifferentnotes blendtogetherinthe making of aperfect chord– Abdu’l-Baha

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The legislation aligns with recommendations from the House of Commons Standing Committee on Fisheries and Oceans (Weiler is currently chair of the committee), which earlier this year called for measures to prevent the transfer of pleasure craft to unfit owners a tactic often used to evade disposal responsibilities.

Local environmental groups, First Nations, and marine stewardship organizations have long

Canadians are encouraged to learn more about the Clean Coasts Act and support efforts to protect the country’s marine ecosystems. ~With a file from Jennifer Thuncher/The Squamish Chief

Jordan Copp is Coast Reporter’s civic and Indigenous affairs reporter This reporting beat is made possible by the Local Journalism Initiative.

‘LARGER THAN LIFE SNOWBOARDER’ BATTLES CANCER

Known as ‘Da Godfather’ of snowboarding in Whistler, French Canadian athlete Martin Gallant is receiving an outpouring of love and financialsupport following a devastating Stage4 pancreatic cancer diagnosis

WILL JOHNSON

For The Squamish Chief

He’s accumulateda lot of good karma in the mountain community.

For those who know Squamish’s Martin Gallant, the French Canadian snowboarder and adventurer, it’s not hard to understand why there’s been such an outpouring of support following his cancer diagnosis—includinga GoFundMe that has already raised nearly $70,000.

“So many people know him because his personality is so big, hisheart is so huge and he would honestly give the shirt off his back to help somebody,” fund organizer Megan Pischke told The Squamish Chief.

“When somebody’s going through cancer, you feel really helpless and you have to go through that experience on your own but we can all be there in lots of ways and this is just one of them.”

In August, Gallant learned that his stomach problems were due to Stage4 pancreatic cancer, which has metastases to his stomach and liver. He is seeking both conventional

and integrative care.

According to the fundraiser,he has become a fixture in the Whistler mountain scene and beyond.

“He is one of the first French-Canadian snowboarders to make a move out west and become a pro snowboarder. He is a superstar in the eyes of so many, influenced by skateboarding anda punk rock attitude,” the online campaign reads.

“Moving from Quebec to B.C., he quickly became a Whistler character who inspired many to follow in his footsteps. He grew beyond Canada in snowboarding, and he wasa part of the early iconic snowboard films like Critical Condition, No Evil and more.”

This earned him the nickname “Da Godfather.”

“We love this guy so much and I’m just so grateful becausehe’s a very special, unique part of our snowboard and beyond community. He is so much more than the snowboarder surfer,” said Pischke.

“He is just a larger than life kind-hearted man that needs support in this moment.”

To support the fundraiser, go to, “SLASSSSHHH Cancer: Help Martin through da bump in da road,” on GoFundMe.

Honouringthe Life of NormBarr

February13,1932 –October21,2025

Thepassingof Norm Barr,atthe ageof 93, marksthe endofanimportant erain Squamish’s history.

Born inAlta Lake (Whistler) on February 13,1932, Norm wasraisedinSquamish duringthedifficultDepressionyearsofthe “Dirty Thirties.”Likemanyyoung men ofhis generation,he went to work inthe bushafterhighschool.Throughhardwork, intelligence,and determination,hebuilt asuccessfullifeand career inthe logging industry.

Norm earned areputationasoneof themosthonest andtrusted logging contractorsonthe coast.A handshakedeal with Norm Barr wasassolid as theycome—hehonoured everycommitmentand paid everybill. His honesty andintegrity were thecornerstonesofhislong andrespected life.

Inthe1950sand’60s,whencommunityprojectsdependedonvolunteereffort and localgenerosity,Norm, along with hisemployees,businesscolleagues, andtheirfamilies,gavefreelyoftheirtimeandequipment.Theircontributions helpedbuildmanyofthefacilitieswestillenjoytoday,includingtheSquamish GeneralHospital,SquamishCurlingClub,SquamishGolfClub,Squamish Airport,SeniorsHousing,CentennialField,LoggerSportsGrounds,and theoriginal outdoor pool beside thehighschool.

AlongsideMayor PatBrennan and Dr.LaVerne Kindree,Norm served onmunicipalcouncil duringa periodof majorgrowthand transformation. Together they helped lead theamalgamationofthe Villageof Squamish, Garibaldi Highlands, andBrackendale into one municipality.Their work focusedondeveloping theinfrastructurethatshapedmodern Squamish— upgradingand interconnectingthe watersystem,building twosecondary sewagetreatmentplants,establishingtheriverdikingsystem,andcreating thefirstaffordableseniors’housingprojects(CedarsandTheManor).Norm was the lastsurvivingcharter boardmemberoftheSquamish Senior LivingSociety.The BrennanParkLeisure Centre remainsoneof the lastingcommunity achievements fromhis era.

Knownforhissense ofhumour, Norm onceteamedupwith hisfriend Nick Candy to runfor council underthe light-hearted “Candy-Barr” campaign banner—areflectionofhiswit andgoodnature.

Alltoooften, thecontributionsof important communityleaderslikeNorm Barrfadefrommemory,evenaswecontinuetoenjoythebenefitsoftheirhard work.Buthislegacy iswrittenallaroundus—inthefacilities,infrastructure, organizations,and thesense of community hehelped build.

MayNormBarrrestinpeace,having lived alifeofintegrity,generosity, andservice—a lifetruly welllived.

Lovinglyrememberedbyhis family, friends,and theSquamish community.

LOCAL OLYMPIAN CASSIE SHARPE APPEARS ON SEASON 12 OF TOP CHEF CANADA

When Olympic gold medalist and Squamish native Cassie Sharpe received a message from a producer of Top Chef Canada, she thought it was a prank. But it turned out to be her unexpected entry into theworld of reality television

WILL JOHNSON

For The Squamish Chief

At first she thought it was a fake message. Squamish Olympian Cassie Sharpe received a direct message from one of the producers of Top Chef Canada asking her to be a guest judge, andnearly wrote it off. Then she showed it to her husband and looked up the sender on LinkedIn, realizing they were for real.

“So, I replied and said that I would be excited to join and it all snowballed from there. I took theopportunity because it was so outside of my ski world realm, somethingI didn’t think I’d ever do,” she told The Squamish Chief.

When it came time to film, she had the time of her life.

“It was so cool.I always see the cooking shows on TV and wonder what the food actually tastes like Everyone on set was so nice and totally fine with my lack of reality TV knowledge,” she said.

Sharpe bonded with host Eden Grinshpan.

“Eden was so sweet and we bonded over many similarities All of the staff were very easy to work with and extremely accommodating.”

The episode aired on Oct. 28, and will play as

a re-run Now that she’s gotten a taste of reality TV, she hasher eyes set on other shows.

“I think being on The Amazing Race Canada or Big Brother would be a really wild experience Beinga mother and a high performance athlete has been the greatest adventure I’ve been on, but I’m loving all the side quests.”

Top Chef Canada is on the Flavour Network and STACKTV. The show is is produced by Insight Productions—A Blue Ant Studios Company—in association with Flavour Network.

OCEANFRONT SQUAMISH BUILDING NABS GOLD MEDAL AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE

The Oceanfront Presentation Centre and Public House (PCPH) recently took home top honours at the Vancouver Regional Construction Association awards

WILL JOHNSON

For The Squamish Chief

Agood building is like a story.

The timber used comes with a narrative of where it grew, and where it was harvested. The shapes and contours of the structure reflect the artistic visionof the architect and designers. And overall, it tells the story of a community, showcasing its cultural and spiritualideals—who they are now, but also who they hope to be in the future.

According to Joe Geluch, president of North Vancouver-based Naikoon Contracting and recipient of a Vancouver Regional Construction Association gold medal for excellence, the award-winning presentation centre and public house that’s part of thenew Oceanfront Squamish development, within Sp’akw’us Feather Park, is chock full of stories. Speaking to The Squamish Chief, he was effusive about taking home the prize.

“Asa small growing company we are super grateful for the recognition. The project had so many amazing features and storylines so I thought it hada good chance against some of the other amazing projects. Always surprised to hear your name called,” he said.

Also winning gold for the oceanfront building was the company Kalesnikoff, which is headquartered in the West Kootenays.

Naikoon won in the general contractor category for projects up to $15 million, while Kalesnikoff won in the mass timber in manufacturers and suppliers category The building was designed by Stephane Laroye Architect Inc. for developer Matthews West Ltd.

“The ambition to create a beautiful and unique space was instilled in the team on day one,” said Andrew Stiffman, Kalesnikoff’s vice-president of construction services.

“The owner and architect and the team were able to come together to leverage each partner’s strengths in a really cool way here The end results speaks to that collaboration in execution and ambition in the project’s goals.”

A DIGITAL BUILD

It’s called the Oceanfront Squamish Presentation Centre and Public House, or PCPH for short.

Sitting squarely in the shadow of the Stawamus Chief, it gazes out over Howe Sound surrounded by lime-green grass. At nearly 17,000 square feet, it is a visual testament to the skill and vision of the builders, who constructed it multiple times digitally before it went up.

“Naikoon’s in-house virtual design and construction (VDC) team and early prefabrication co-ordination gave trades ahead start,

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and deep respect,” said

NoticeofBylaw Readings

District of SquamishZoningBylaw 2200,2011Amendment Bylaw(1001 FinchBuilding 2) No.3043, 2024

AFFECTED LANDS

1001 Finch Drive,Squamish,B.C.

Proposed BylawAmendment

The purpose of theproposedBylaw is to rezone Building 2at1001Finch Drive to convertthe upper storeysofthe building from office to market rental residentialuse to allowfor thedevelopment of approximately 30 market rental housingunits.Nochangeto thesize, sitingorheight ofBuilding2 is proposed.

BYLAW READINGS

Consideration of first,secondand thirdreadingsofthe proposed Bylawwillbe atthe Regular CouncilmeetingonNovember18,2025inCouncil Chambers at Municipal Hall,37955 Second Avenue,Squamish, B.C.

AWARD: Continued from7

reduced weather delays, andhelped us deliver safely and efficiently, even through Squamish’s wildest weather,” said Geluch.

Stiffman said the virtual process ensured things went smoothly, as they combined off-site fabrication with onsite assembly

“For a project like this, there are essentially two building processes: the first one on a computer screen building out each detail in design, and the second in executionon site We put in thenecessary energy into the first [digital] build, such that the physical build was able to progress smoothly and without surprises.”

EXPRESSIVE SUSTAINABILITY

It’s considered an expressive structure.

In architectural design, this means that the structure of the building—such as beams or columns—is intentionally exposed as an aesthetic feature. For Stiffman, this meant knowing that Kalesnikoff’s sustainably harvested timber would be on proud display.

“Ina project like this, the structure is art. We design and execute the mass timber structure knowing that it is a critical component of the ‘big idea’ of the building and bear in mind that each design decision will impact the finished space,” he said.

“Integrating cross-laminated timber (CLT) shearwalls as we have always done always comes with technical complications, but the end result is so worth it. We also integrated a CLT/Glulam hybrid ‘ribbed’ panel to achieve some of the longer spans on the project.”

During the construction, Naikoon established anearby mobile construction yard that would ultimately become The Flying Factory, rightnext to the construction site. This allowed them to pre-assemble components and save time

And the completed structure involved a dedication to environmentally friendly ideals, according to Geluch.

He said the PCPH is built with 100% B.C.-sourced timber: 85 cubic metres of Douglas fir glulam and 501 cubic metres of cross-laminated timber, sequestering over 612 metric tons of carbon dioxide.

A quick install [meant] fewer emissions. And airtight results… put us near passive house territory Sustainability, with beauty and purpose,”he said.

“The developer Matthews West had such a vision and to see the building and surrounding park activated on a busy sunny weekend day is a pretty amazing improvement for downtown Squamish.I love hanging out there with friends.”

MORE THAN JUST A PROJECT

One of the most striking elements of the finished building is the installation of a three-storey house post carved by local artist Xwalacktun (Rick Harry) It complements other elements of the design that pay homage to Indigenousheritage, including reclaimed cedar shingles.

“Master carver Xwalacktun’s house post was installed with care, precision, and deep respect. Naikoon engineered a non-invasive collar system, and the waking ceremony, led by theSḵwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw, was a defining moment for the entire team,” said Geluch.

“This was more than a project. It was a privilege.”

Oceanfront Squamish Presentation Centre and Public House and Sp’akw’us Feather Park opened in 2024.

(Xwalacktun’’s son, James Harry, crafted the “Welcome Gate,” which is the focal point of the Land’s End Monument location on the water.)

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WHEN November 18,2025at6:00p.m.

THEMEETING CANBEVIEWED:

In PersonatCouncil Chambers at Municipal Hall,37955 Second Avenue, Squamish, B.C. or electronically at: squamish.civicweb.net

NO PUBLIC HEARING:

In accordance withthe Provincial housinglegislation,Section 464(3) of the LocalGovernmentAct,local governmentsare prohibited from holdingpublic hearings relatedtozoningapplicationsfor developmentsthat areprimarily residentialand are consistentwith thelocal government’s Official Community Plan (OCP).Thisproposalmeets those requirements.

Acopy of theproposedbylaw andrelated informationthathas been or maybe considered by the Council canbeinspected online or at MunicipalHall. Online at: squamish.ca/showcase

In Person: Municipal Hallat37955 Second Avenue,Squamish, BritishColumbia, from November 6toNovember18, 2025 between 8:30 a.m. and4:30p.m., Mondaythrough Friday.

Enquiries regarding the proposed amendmentbylaw maybemadetothe Planning Departmentat604-815-5002orbyemail to planning@squamish.ca. Thisisthe first of twonotices.Dated this 6day of November,2025, at Squamish, BritishColumbia.

NoticeofPublicHearing–

November 18,2025 at 6p.m.

CouncilChambers at theDistrictofSquamish MunicipalHall,37955Second Avenue, Squamish, B.C. or electronitcally at squamish.civicweb.net

DistrictofSquamish Official Community PlanBylawNo. 2500,2017, AmendmentBylaw (InterimHousingNeeds Report)No.3139,2025

NoticeisherebygiventhataPUBLICHEARINGwillbeheldinthe CouncilChambers at theDistrictofSquamish Municipal Hall,37955 Second Avenue,Squamish,British Columbia at 6p.m.onNovember18,2025,sothatCouncilmayhearand receiverepresentationsfromallpersonswhobelievethattheir interestinproperty isaffected by theproposedamendments to theDistrict of Squamish Official CommunityPlan.

ProposedBylawAmendment

TheAmendmentBylawisrequired to:

•Addressnew ProvincialBill44 requirements to alignthe Official CommunityPlan (OCP)with housing needsidentifiedinthe Squamish InterimHousingNeeds Report (December2024Update);

•Specify requirementtoundertakea HousingNeeds Reportevery fiveyears andupdate theOCPwithstatementsand mapdesignationsidentifyingthenumber ofhousingunits required to meetthe identified20-yearhousingneeds;and

•Ensureinclusionofhousingpoliciesaddressingeachcategoryof housingneedinthe mostrecentHousingNeeds Report, including affordablehousing,rentalhousing,housing forpersonswith specialneeds,seniors, families,andthose experiencingor atrisk of homelessness,aswellashousinginproximitytoactivetransportation, transitandalternative formsoftransportation).

Additionalpolicyamendmentsareproposedtoreflectthecurrenthousingcontextwithinthecommunity,recognizepriorityhousingneedsarticulatedby Sḵwx̱wú7meshÚxwumixw (SquamishNation)andlocalnon-profit housingagencies,andstrengthenpolicies respectingcollaborationandpartnerships.

HowtoParticipate

Personswhobelievethattheirinterestsareaffected by theproposedamendmentswillhaveanopportunitytobeheard and to presentwrittensubmissions forthe Hearing.Thereare fourwaystoparticipate:

1. Written. If youare unable to attendthepublichearing,ordonotwish to speak at thehearing,youcanstillparticipate by submitting your written comments to hearing@squamish.ca,orbydroppingthemoff at Municipal Hallbefore 3p.m. onNovember18,2025 to the attentionofthe Corporate Officer.Writtensubmissionswillbeaccepted up to andduringthehearing andwill form partofthepublic record. Anysubmissions received afterthe closeofthehearingcannotbe considered by Council.

2. Telephone. Participate by telephone by calling +1604-449-3026 and enteringthe Access Code27735197595.Dial*3to‘raise your hand’ indicatingthatyou’d like to speak.Youwillhearamessagethat“yourlinehas beenunmuted”whenitis yourturntospeak.

3. Electronic Participation. Participate Electronicallythroughtheuseofthe WebExplatformbyvisiting squamish.ca/participate

4. In Person Attendance. Youare invited to participate inpersonduring thepublichearing at theDistrictofSquamish MunicipalHall. Formoreinformationand fordetailedinstructions regardingelectronicand telephoneparticipationpleasevisit squamish.ca/participate inadvanceof themeeting.

Acopyoftheproposed bylaws and relatedinformationthathasbeenormaybeconsidered by Councilis available forpublicinspection at MunicipalHall (37955Second Avenue)fromNovember6,2025 to November 18,2025between 8:30a.m.and4:30 p.m., Mondaythrough Friday, excludingstatutoryholidays;or online at letstalksquamish.ca/housing#public-hearing Enquiries regardingtheproposedamendmentbylawmay bemade to thePlanning Departmentat 604-815-5002 or by email to planning@squamish.ca. Ifyouhave anyquestions regardinghowtoparticipateinthehearing,pleasecalltheDistrictat 604-892-5217. Councilwillnot considersubmissions receivedafterthecloseofthe PublicHearing.Allsubmissions will form partofthepublicrecord. Thisisthefirstof twonoticesofbylawreadings.Datedthis6thdayofNovember,2025, at Squamish,British Columbia.

CANUCKS DONATE ICE TIME TO SQUAMISH YOUTH PLAYERS

Following the ongoing closure of their local ice rink, Squamish’s youth hockey players were offered ‘superstar’ treatment in Vancouver

INA PACE ipace@lodestarmedia.ca

It was ice time, baby.

Except this occasion was hardly vanilla.

Kids from Squamish Minor Hockey Association (Squamish Eagles), who are members of the Pacific Coast Amateur Hockey Association (PCAHA), were offered ice time at Rogers Arena in Vancouver on Monday afternoon, with training extending into the evening.

Canucks’ chairman Francesco Aquilini, along with president Michael Doyle, personally reached out to the PCAHA afterhearing about the ongoing closures of Squamish’s ice rink at Brennan Park Recreation Centre, and how families were struggling to consistently train for their beloved sport.

“For [Canucks], it’s abouthelping kids stay connected to the game, and keeping that love of sport alive,” Aquilini said.

“Hockey teaches teamwork, discipline, and confidence. Every kid deserves that chance.”

PCAHA president Leah Hodges called Aquilini and Doyle “community and youthsport oriented.” She clarified that U18s and U9s were on the ice that day.

“We couldn’t be more thankful for it, this is outstanding,” she said.

The players’ parents also shared their sentiments.

“This is pretty special. It’s a really kind gesture, the [kids] feel likesuperstars; the

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dressing room they got to get dressed in is for theopposing teams. The star treatment has been exceptional,” said Annie Goodacre, mother of one of the Squamish players.

Goodacre described the Rogers Arena ice time as a “once in a lifetime opportunity.”

“My son didn’t sleep at all [the night before], it’s a huge treat,” said coach of the U9 Major team and the U11 A2 team, Mike Skinner.

“The kids are super grateful that [Aquilini] had us outhere [They] can’t believe the sounds of the board, and the size of the arena. They’re very excited,”he said.

According to Hodges, several of the players’ familieshave had to make lengthy commutes at any hour they can around their academic schooling; all over the lower mainland, and as far north as Whistler Lillooet has also offered the Squamish teams ice.

“Ice is very hard to come by, no matter what community you’re in,” she said.

“We’ve been driving everywhere just to get the kids on ice. Games have been hosted in other places, but our practice time has suffered significantly. It’s been a big financial burden to our families; driving, gas, and having to miss work.”

We couldn’t be more thankful forit,thisis outstanding. LEAHHODGES

two days prior.

“All of our ice times [since the rink closure] have been last-minute. We’ve been ready to jump thenext day as to when ice time is available,” she said.

Closures of the ice rink at Brennan Park Recreation Centre have been ongoing since September, due to issues involving humidity, and job action

Although the labour dispute has ended at the time of writing, there is currently no update as to when the ice rink will be back open.

Ina Pace is The Squamish Chief’s Local Journalism Initiative (LJI) reporter. This reporting was produced through the LJI,

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EDITORIAL

NO PAIN,NOGAIN?

Governmenttaxes andfeesdon’t typicallygo down,somostare likelyexpecting property andutility taxestogoup.

Whilethe budget processisstill ongoing,ifyou are watching thediscussionsso faratcouncil,itis clear—morerevenueisneededtomeetthe community’sneeds,and residentsare goingtopay.

Councilvoted at itsmeeting on Oct. 28,tosupport thestaff proposed utilityoperating budget service level changesand rates, as part of thecurrent 2026 to 2035 financialplanning process.

Thefocus of themeeting wasonutility operating budgets andthe impact to the2026utility fees.

Thisis thefirst year theDistricthas drafteda10 year-longplan, rather than afiveyearplan.

Property taxation isn’tusedtopay forthe utility funds.Anincreasein customersand rate increases constitutethe fundingformula of utilityrates.

Expect a1.8%rateincreasefor water, whichis consistent with the1.8%increasein2025.

We arealsolooking at a7.2%rateincreasefor wastewater,comparedwitha 5.7% increase in 2025.

Arateincreaseof5.2%for solidwaste curbside collection,asin2025, forall totes. Thisis mostly to buildupreservesfor thelandfillexpansion.

“Inflationand supplychain continue to bea challenge, increasingcostpressures on theutility raterevenue required to operateand maintain consistentmunicipal serviceofthe utility.Rising costsof capitalput pressureonasset management fundingstrategiesand diminish thevalue of reserves requiringadditionalrevenue to keep pace with aging infrastructure,” said CFOHeather Boxrud.

“Municipalitiesare facing substantialfinancial investment needstoreplace aginginfrastructure afterdecades of insufficient investment andreserve savings.”

FOIFEE HALTS ARENANEWS

Itisimportant forthe public to know howthe news sausageismade, andsomeofthe barriers to gettingitmade.

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“Inadditiontoaging infrastructure,the District is agrowing communityand requires additional investment to expand infrastructure and operations.”

Thelonger-term vision this year meansfunds are being reserved forfutureneeds,something that wasn’t as prevalentpreviously, said Coun.Chris Pettingill,invoicing hissupport.

“Itdoesseemtobea philosophicalshift from where we’ve…[relied]muchmoreheavily on debt andthissortofplanningfor thefuture,”hesaid.

Butheandothers on councilacknowledgedthat rates increasing will be toughfor some residents.

“It’sthe rightapproach, butagain we have to recognize as we make that transition andstart puttingmoney aside, whilecatchingupwithalot of things that moneywasn’tput asidefor,itisfinancially challengingfor people.”

With thelabourdispute over,there will be more public engagement on thebudget.

Youmay not be able to avoidthe coming hits to the wallet, butyou canreducethe stickershock by being informed.Gotoletstalksquamish.ca/budget-2026.

Sometimes, themeatfor thesausage is too expensive, forexample.

This fall,Isubmitted afreedomof information requesttoget District of Squamish recordsfrom Aug. 5through Sept.2aroundthe closure of the municipalice rink in September.

TheDistrictsentmeanestimatefor those documentsof$2,127.99.

This is becauseThe Squamish Chiefand all mediaoutlets,fallunder commercial—meaning for-profit—applicants, so we payfor thefullcost of staff’stime, unlike regularJoe applicants whopaya reduced rate.

While, granted, my requestwould require retrievalofdocuments from severaldepartments,I appliedfor an exemptiontothe proposed fee, with theargumentthatthe informationisinthe public interest andThe Squamish Chiefcan’t afford that feeforonestory.

Therequest wasreviewedand thefee estimate reducedby50%,to$1,064.

“A simple statementbythe applicantthatheor shecannotaffordthe feeisnot sufficient.As

additionalsupportingdocumentation wasnot provided,ithas been decidedthatthe feewill notbe waived in itsentirety; however, theDistrict recognizes theimportanceand relevanceofThe Squamish Chiefinproviding news andinformation to thecommunity andassuch, 50%ofthe estimated feewill be waived,” theDistricttold us.

Even if thefee wasaffordable, there’sthe principle of thething.

Afterall,thisisfor informationthatrelates to the safety anduse of ourpublicrinkand howresidents’ taxdollars arespent.

Some disclaimers, though.FOI fees aren’t new. AndwhatIamreferring to is only in relation to in-depth FOIrequests. Simplerrequeststhattake stafflessthanthree hourstocompleteare free.

Askedfor commentfor this column,the District’s Rachel Boguski, managerofcommunications, said themunicipalityfollows theFreedom of Informationand Protection of PrivacyAct (FOIPPA) as setbythe province andfollows theguidance provided by theOfficeofthe Informationand PrivacyCommissioner.

“Under FOIPPA legislationand regulation ‘commercialapplicant’ meansapersonwho makes arequest foraccesstoarecordtoobtaininformation foruse in connection with atrade,business, profession,orother venturefor profit.Thisiswhy mediaisconsideredcommercial,”she said.

“Freedom of Information(FOI) requests and associated fees arenot intended to pose abarrier for

FOI: Continuedon13

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journalists seeking information. The District calculates fees for all FOI applicants based on the scope of the request and the staff hours required in order to produce the requested information,” she added.

“It is worth noting that fee estimates are provided to both non-commercial and commercial applicants for any staff time over three hours as estimated by staff to search and provide records,” she said

“District staff are always happy to provide information that is routinely available to the public and suggest ways in which FOI request fees can be reduced FOIPPA allows for all FOI applicants—commercial and non-commercial—to submit a written request to the public body to excuse payment of all or part of the fees. The decision to waive fees is considered by the privacyhead based on the nature and scope of the request and previous exemptions granted.”

District staff do deserve to be paid for their work. Full stop.

Further, thehelpful District communications staff do answer our questions and co-ordinate interviews and responsesdaily.

I am only talking about the fee for FOI requests that require digging.

But the digging is what makes the resulting documents worth sharing with the public, in our view.

District council unanimously passed three readings of the District of Squamish freedomof information and protection of privacy bylaw amendment on Oct. 21

It was set to be adopted on Tuesday, after press deadline.

There’s some good and important stuff in the bylaw, but it does bring to light the fees.

At a Sept.2 council meeting, when the bylaw was first discussed, Coun Andrew Hamilton expressed several concerns about fees, and how much it could cost a commercial applicant.

Coun John French, himself a former journalist, raised the issue of media access to FOI information.

He asked if it were possible to create a journalist FOI category as another form of applicant and treat journalists in some way that is different from commercial.

The District’s information and privacy supervisor, explained to council that the provincial legislation clearly categorizes

only two types of seeker of information: applicant or commercial applicant.

But she noted that there are avenues for people, like journalists, to pursue, whichI have And she offered me the opportunity to narrow my search so it would take up less staff time But, the purpose of the search was to capture everything, to ensure we hada full picture of what happened with the ice and the rink

Previously, when The Squamish Chief made a similar FOI request regarding the closure of the Brennan Park pool, Vancouver Coastal Health supplied all the documents with only a general $10 processing fee applied for the FOI.

If the province sets the rates, why the difference in fees?

Maybe it didn’t take long to find what I was asking for? I don’t know.

On principle, I will keep appealing the District FOI decision.

Readers will know if I was successful if you see the story that results from that process in our pages.

But that doesn’t solve the larger problem.

I don’t know what the solution is, but these fees for one request is a barrier to truth.

It shouldn’t be this hard.

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STANDING UP FOR REMEMBRANCE DAY

This year’s service will be held at Stan Clarke Park on Nov. 11 at 10:50 a.m.

WILL JOHNSON

For The Squamish Chief

“Lest we forget.”

This commonplace phrase has its origins in an 1897 Rudyard Kipling poem, and is used every Remembrance Day as a solemn reminder to keep the memories of fallen soldiers alive. It also encourages gratitude for the peace and prosperity we experience thanks to their sacrifice. And Squamish residents will be takingheed of this exhortation on Nov. 11.

“Themost significant aspect from my perspective is we as Canadians take time from our day to show respect for those who have served and made the ultimate sacrifice for our great nation,” local Legion president Russ Robertson told The Squamish Chief.

“Remembrance Day is also a very Canadian cultural event which has been observed for over 100 years, beginning in 1919 as Armistice Day and then being renamed Remembrance Day in 1931. Having been Squamish Legion #277 President for the past four years, I’ve seen the audience at the Squamish Remembrance Day service continue to grow.”

This year’s service will be located at the cenotaph in Stan Clarke Park, and will officially begin at 10:50 a.m.

“ It’s very inspiring to see members of the community participate and show respect—rain or shine—fora long standing tradition.”

This year, the Legion is introducing anew method of dispensing poppies.

“Our legion is changing withthe times. We have been very fortunate to have been borrowing the square system from Squamish Days Loggers Sports. This led us to purchasing our own system, so we’re able to do tap payments We will have poppy taggers located at Walmart, Save On Foods and other locations throughout Squamish In addition, several Squamish businesses generously provide counter space for our poppy trays.”

Robertson will also be speaking at Howe

Sound Secondary.

“I provide a small presentation about the history of Remembrance Day and a brief summary of my experiences serving overseas in the Canadian Armed Forces.I believe it’s important for a generation that has been raised in relative safety to understand the world outside of Canada,” he said

The Memorial Banners will also again be hung.

“Also, four years ago, with the support of Legion membership, we began the Veterans Banner Program The banners, placed up by Alta Lake Electric, are of our local veterans spanning from [the First World War] to currently serving members of the Canadian Armed Forces.”

The banners are located on the light standards in the vicinity of the cenotaph on Cleveland Ave.

Robertson thinks sacrifice should be at the forefront of people’s minds.

“Serving one’s nation in armed conflict comes with a lot of personal sacrifice. Please take time to remember the sacrifices made by those who served our nation and please show gratitude for living in a nation that is free from war,” he said.

“I’ve noticeda significant increase in community members attending the service to show their respect. Remembrance Day is the one day of the year where we say thank you to our veterans Please come out and get your poppy on.”

It’s very inspiring to see membersof the community participateand show respect— rainorshine—for along standing tradition.

RUSS ROBERTSON

EDWARD(TED)J.GREGOIRE theRoyalWinnipeg

HERBERTRICHARDSMITH theRoyalCanadianNavyfrom (1941-48)and 2yearswiththe RoyalNavy,UK.

THEODOREJOSEPH ARSENAULT Servedforfouryearswith theCanadianArmy(1942-46).

RUSSELLEDWARD ROBERTSON RoyalCanadiaDragoons /Int OpBosnia/Afganistan

JOHNWADWORTH .SNR WW1.ServedinFrance 4yrsinArmy. RoyalWarwick’sInfantryFrance

JOHNLEROUX RCN

LEWISMACGREGOR Served 1yearwiththeRAF(1942) RoyalAircraftForce& RoyalCanadianNavy1942 -1946

PILOTOFFICER ANTHONYA.MARTIN MemberofthefamedB-25 bomber known asDesertWarriorinWorldWarII.

JAMESCROMBIE RoyalNavy 1941-’46.

STEWARTROBERTSON Bosnia/Kosovo LdSH(RC)

JOHNWADWORTH .JNR WW11,ServedinIrelandCMF. Italyand13 Corps. RAOC,AKS

GEORGEMcKEEMAN WWIINorthNovaScotia Highlanders

SAMUEL(BUD)HEMPHILL Budserved 5years(1941-46)withRoyal theCanadianArtillery,15th (Vancouver)CoastBrigade

SGT.C.VANS.MORRISON (1910-1991) Sgt.Morrisonservedwith CanadianArmyArtillery.

JOSEPH C. DOWNING NorthNovaScotiaRegimentinthe 11WW,theCorporalspent 3yearsasa POWinGermany

ANDY“RED”ROBERTSON WWII RCASC

BASILHENRYHARTNELL ArtilleryDepartment WW11

HECTOR GIROUX WWII CanadianArmy

MARYBELLEGREGOIRE(NEEGRAY) Servedfor 3years(1942-45)with theWRCNS -Women’sRoyal CanadianNavalService WWII

PILOTOFFICERORVAL R.SHARMAN (1924-2005)servedon aLancaster bombersfor afulltour of duty

SARGEANTADAMBELL PPCLI, RepublicofYugoslavia/Kosovo/ Bosnia/Afghanistan.

OSCARJOHNRUNZER ServedintheRoyal CanadianNavy(1942-45)

CYRILWADSWORTH RegularArmy1935-1945. Palestine,Egypt. EightArmytoVEDay.

DANIELCHEER WWIISeaforthHighlanders OfCanada

MARYMACGREGOR(NEEROBERTS) Served 2years(1944-46)intheWRCNS -Women’sRoyalCanadianNaval ServiceWWII

OWENJ.PHILLIPS WWI,1915CanadianArmy VimyRidge

MARYCROMBIE ServedwiththeAuxiliary TerritorialServicefrom 1947-’49.

BERNARDMICHAEL STILWELL ServedwiththeRoyalNavy duringWWII.

VIMYE-RIDGE Private -JohnOwenPhillips Calgary.Army -October2,1902

JASONBUDD Afghanistan/Iraq/Bosnia 4scots/RoyalRegimentOf Scotland/SHOC

JASONBUDD RCN PERSIANGULF (OPAPOLLO)

BILL GREEN (left)and BOBTURNER (right)served withtheCanadianArmored Corps.

GWLADY’SE.G.PHILLIPS (Dunstan) WWIIAirForceCook 1941-1945,England

WILLIAM(BILL)DUBLACK RoyalCanadian NavalReserve

WILLIAMCOLE ServedwithPrincessPatricia’s CanadianLightInfantry, from1950-1972

JEREMIAHWHITE Bosnia/Afghanistan RoyalCanadianRegiment

LT. BARBARA TAYLORGIBSON (Miller),LT.

CPL.GERRYCOTTER,RCAFSTN.. Served25years,retiredin

JIMDUNKLEY Servedwithananti-tank battalionfrom1939andthenwith theCarletonand York Regiment

JOSEPHSIMPSON WorldWarIIVet,RCAF.

WWII RCAF

PTE.RAYMOYLE PrincessPatricia’sCanadian LightInfantry, 1962-’65.

LEONARDMILLER RoyalCanadianAirForce Died2nd WorldWar

CanadianArmy.

CHARLESASHTONHARVEY WW2.Landedonthebeachon D-dayServedinFrance, Italy, HollandandGermany.

CHRISBROOK Iraq/Afghanistan RafRegt/SFSG

OWENERNESTREEVE RoyalCanadianCorpsofSignals, 1stCanadianInfantry1941 -46

DOUGFENTON WWIIRoyalCanadianArmy,21Battery/ CanadianScottishRegiment

Afghanistan/Iraq ParaRegt/SFSG

EMEMBRANCEDAY

November11 RemembranceDay

4movingNov.11traditions

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HeldeachyearonNov.11, RemembranceDayisan opportunitytopaytributetothe menandwomenwhofoughton behalfofCanadatodefendits valuesoffreedom.Onthissolemn day,severalcommemorative eventstakeplacefromcoastto coast.Herearesomeofthemoving traditionsassociatedwiththese gatherings.

READINGTHEODEOF REMEMBRANCE.Thisisanexcerpt fromLaurenceBinyon’spoemFor theFallen.Fullofsadnessand gratitude,thismovingtextwas writtenin1914followingthedeaths ofthousandsofyoungsoldiers.

MINUTESOFSILENCE.At11a.m.on RemembranceDay,thepublicis invitedtostandinsilencefortwo minutesandpaytributetothe courageofthosewhohaveserved andarestillserving.

LAYINGWREATHS.Inmanyand municipalities,includingSquamish, it’scustomarytoplacewreathsat thefootofveteranmemorials.The flowersusedhavedifferent meanings,suchasgratitude,hope andresistance.Tulips,forget-menotsanddaisiesarepopular choices.

WEARINGPOPPIES.Since1921,the poppyhasbeenanationalsymbol ofRemembranceDay.It’salsothe symboloftheRoyalCanadian Legion’sPoppyCampaign,which raisesfundstosupportveterans andtheirfamilies.Wearingthe poppyonNov.11isagestureof solidarityandrespect.

Nov.11isfull of songs, bagpipes,cannon fire and parades.Discoverother Remembrance Day traditions by participating inthecommemorative activitiesinSquamish.

OnRemembranceDay,Canadians acrossthecountrycommemorate thebravemenandwomenwho diedinthelineofdutyaswellas thosewhocurrentlyserveinthe armedforces.However,your recognitiondoesn’thavetobe limitedtoNov.11.Herearethree waysyoucansupportCanadian veteransyear-round.

DONATETOAREPUTABLE CHARITY.Thereareanumberof charities,includingthePoppyFund, VETSCanadaandWounded WarriorsCanada,doingcritical worktoempowerandsupport veteransfromcoasttocoast. Donatingevenasmallamounttoa reputableorganizationcanhelp improvethecircumstancesof thosewhoriskedtheirlivesfortheir country.

VOLUNTEERATAROYAL CANADIANLEGION.Thereare morethan1,300Legionbranches acrossthecountry AsCanada’s largestveteranservice

organization,theRoyalCanadian Legion(RCL)offersoutreachand assistanceprogramsforveterans andtheirfamiliesaswellas communityservicesandsupport. VolunteeringattheSquamish Legionbranchisagreatwayto makearealdifferenceinthelives ofthosewhoserved.

VISITAVETERANINYOUR COMMUNITY.VeteranAffairs Canada(VAC),incollaborationwith theRCL,runsaninitiativethat facilitatesface-to-facevisitswith veteransinretirementand long-termcarefacilities.These visitsprovidesocialinteractionand asenseofcommunityto individualswhomaynototherwise receivemanyvisitors Spending timewithaveterancanhavea majorimpactontheirlifeaswellas yourown.

ThisRemembranceDay,knowthat Canadianveteransneedyourhelp year-round,andconsidertaking stepstoofferyoursupport.

Remembrance Day

The Squamish Nation Honoursand RemembersOur DistinguishedWar Veterans

JuanitaAlmazon USArmedForces

Willie KellyAntone WW II Vet(KellyBoys)

EdwardHarry Ange WWII Vet. MotorcycleDispatcher. KilledinAction.

OliverAnge WWIIVeteran. Canadian ArmyInfantry.

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StevenAntone Wright Awardedthe MilitaryMedalfor GallantryinAction.Thismedalwas presentedtohim by Field GeneralMontgomery. ArnoldBro

RudyBaker WWIIVeteran. Canadian Army Private-K-7439

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JohnAntoneSr. ServedintheUSStateMaritime Service.Hewas woundedtwice while servingin theSouth Pacific. Hewasdecoratedwithseveral medals,includingthePurpleHeart.

DarickDion Cailing USArmed Forces

United StatesArmy

Daniel TedCheer Volunteeredatage18in1943with theSeaForthHighlanders.Heserved inFrance,Germany, Italyand Holland.Hewaskilledin actionin1944.

ChuckBilly Joinedthearmyatage17in1943. HetrainedatCampBorden,Ontario as aMachineGunner.Chuckwason Embarkationleave when V.E.Day wasdeclaredMay7,1945.

ThomasCole ServedinFrance,Belgium &Holland. Takenprisonerin‘44,10miles fromNijmegan.Eventuallydelivered to Poland whereheremaineda POWuntilliberated by theRussian army.Received 4medalsandwas dischargedin1945.

PascalCortez JoinedtheCanadian Army atage27in1942 and wasdischargedin 1945.

JamesDaniels

IVet. JoinedtheArmy whenhewasonly15 yearsoldandwasnothonest abouthisage.

IsabelleGarcia Phillips WWIIVet. Canadian

DominickReginald Volunteeredatage21in1941.He servedwiththeRoyalCanadian Army ServiceCorpsinEngland, FranceandHolland.Reginaldwas killedinthelineofdutyin Hollandin1945.

HarveyGonzales JoinedUSArmyatage18in1940. Servedwiththe101stAirborne DivisioninEngland,France,Italyand Belgium.Harvey startedoutas aMedic,thenretrainedas aParatrooperin England.HeparticipatedintheBattle oftheBulge. Dischargedin1947.

Edward“Jock”

NormanLewis WWII Vet. JoinedinApril1945 at24 yearsofage.

ThomasNahaneeAlmojuela NowservingwiththeUSEmbassyin Monte Visio,Uruguay. A’66 gradof theUSMilitaryAcademy.SeniorArmy Aviatoris22 year veteran.Awarded theSilverStar,DistinguishedFlying Cross,BronzeStarand othercitations.

PeterNahanee Garcia WWIIVet.CanadianArmy

CharlesNewman WWI Vet. 37thBattalion C.E.F. April3rd, 1929.

WilliamR.“Sam”Thomas ServedwithSherbrookeFusiliers, 27thArmoredDiv.inFrance,Holland &Germany. ReceivedtheCroixde Guerrew/CrimsonStarin’47.“For exceptionalservicerenderedduring thewarfortheliberationofFrance.” Themedalwasthehighest militaryawardforGallantryinAction.

SammyLewisServedinFrance,Germany, Italyand Holland.Hewasactiveinthe“D” DayInvasionand was awarded5 medals. Wounded in ’44.Pretended tobedead whileNazi’srippedoff his“Dog”tagsand went through his pockets. Crawled backtoAlliedlines, hisonlyIDwashis Cdn.uniform.

EdwardNahanee PVT.1st Class,334thInfantry. Volunteered’42at20, served with theAmerican9thArmyinEurope. ReceivedBronzeStar in’44,Silver StarandthePurpleHeart.Foughtin BattleoftheBulge, killedinactionin Holland,February 28,1945.

DavidNahanee Wight ServedwiththeUnited Nationespeacekeeping forcesin Cyprus.

Carole Newman JoinedCanadianNavyin January ’57. Basictraining,CFBCornwallisNS, thenEsquimaltfor medicaltraining fornursing. Workedatmilitaryhosp. inEsquimalt,thentransferredtoHMS Stadaconamilita yhosp.,Halifax. Servedinthe militaryfor 2years.

Wa rs PatWillard JoinedtheUSMarineCorpin1989. Willarddidhisbasictrainingat Camp Pendleton,Ca.He served at 29 Palms,Ca.In1991heserved88 daysinthe 1stGulfWar andwas dischargedinMarchof1993.

HenryFerguson Lopez USArmy. Stationed in West Berlin

Anchil “Ducky”MackVolunteeredatage40on Dec.6,1941.Hewastrained in small armsanddemolitions, but servedwith theCanadianForestry CorpsinGlasgow.The C.F.C. produced railwayties.

Milton Miranda Volunteeredatage18in1941.He servedwith theSeaForthHighlanders in Italyand France.Milton drove asupply truck in theconvoys and wasalsoanambulancedriver.He was wounded whenhistruck went overalandmine.

In Flanders Fields

by John McCrae, May1915

In Flanders fieldsthe poppiesblow Betweenthe crosses, rowonrow, Thatmarkour place;and in thesky The larks, still bravelysinging,fly Scarce heardamidthe gunsbelow.

We arethe Dead.Shortdaysago We lived, felt dawn,saw sunset glow, Lovedand were loved, andnow we lie In Flanders fields.

Take up ourquarrelwiththe foe: To youfromfailing handswethrow The torch; be yourstoholdithigh. If ye breakfaith with us whodie We shall notsleep,thoughpoppiesgrow In Flanders fields.

George Newman Volunteeredatage17in1914. Hebecame aMachineGunner. ServedinFrance &Germanyfor four years.

Thomas Williams Volunteered in’42, at 20w/theRoyal HighlandRegimentofCanadain England,France,HollandandItaly. Wounded carryinga message across frontlines. Sleptfor 3days, awoke with scars onhip wheredoctorsremovedshrapnel. Received 7medals.

Robert Paull JoinedtheUS Army in1987. UndertookbasictrainingatFort Knox, Texas.ServedinScheinsurt, Germanyand FortHood,Texas, Saudi Arabia(six monthsduring Desert Storm).Discharged in1991.

Walter Williams CanadianArmy ‘Diedin Action’

Donald MoodyVolunteeredin’42age 22 withthe Algonquin Regiment in England, Belgium,Franceand Germany. Was stretcher bearer in MedicalCorps when wounded &his buddieskilled. Later recalled adreamhis friends werecallinghimto go withthem.

James P. Nahanee ServedinEngland, France, Belgium &Holland.Medalsawarded: Cdn VoluntaryServiceMedal,Civilian Medal,Cdn CentennialMedal (’67), OutstandingServiceMedal in organisation workamongthe Native IndianCommunities in BC.

AndrewNatrall Andyvolunteeredatage18in1917. He trainedas asniper/gunnerand hisaccuracy was 90percent.

PeterRivers Volunteeredatage33in1943with theRoyalCanadianAirForce.He arrived inLiverpoolonJan. 17,1945, onthe SSMauritania. In theearly morninghoursheheardthebombing ofV-2rockets in thedistance. Peter servedinEngland for20 months.

David F. Valencia USArmy Corps 1980 –1986

JosephMoodyVolunteered atage27in1941. He servedinCanada, The United KingdomandEurope.He was discharged in Vancouver in 1946.

Enlistedat17.Assignedto

toEdmonton,thento

for 6months.Stationed in Calgary from ’68-’74. Back to Cyprus in’71. Trainedonnavyships. Dishargedin ’74.Receivedthe CyprusMedal.

JamesThomas Enlisted with USMarine Corpsin 1986.Stationed in Camp Lejeune N. Carolina,6thMarines,2ndMarine Div. wherehe was aTOW Gunner.3 months in Panama. Medals–Good Conduct &Rifle Expert.Honourable dischargeinSeptember1990.

MatthewG. Valencia US Navy1998 -2004 USS Constellation

HenryF.Lopez USArmyMid-1960’s, 4YearsofService

DESPITENOHOME ICE, LOCAL U13 TEAM WINS SIX STRAIGHT GAMES

The Squamish Eagles’ U13 A1 squad proved their resilience and talent last weekend by going undefeated and capturing the gold medal at the Hometown Heroes tournament in Ridge Meadows

WILL JOHNSON

For The Squamish Chief

The Squamish Eagles are spreading their wings.

Last weekend, the U13 A1 team went undefeated and took home the gold medal at the Hometown Heroes tournament in Ridge Meadows, Oct. 27 to 27 They defeated six teams to take home the top spot, despite not having a home ice to practice on due to the recently resolved labour dispute.

“The boys were confident, but understood the challenges ahead as they were playing a tier higher than had been since the season started,” parent Steve Underwood told The Squamish Chief.

“They kept working hard and stuck to their game. Also encouraged each other to keep morale high. Their goaltenders stepped up when the team needed a big save. When given the opportunity on the power play, they took advantage with goals near 80%.”

The boys received some encouragement from an unlikely source.

“The team received a personal encouraging

PHOTOS COURTESY OF MIKE WHEATON, SQUAMISH HUSTLE BASKETBALL

SQUAMISH PRIDE: Squamish Hustle Basketball have had two major milestones this season

When giventhe opportunityonthe powerplay,they took advantage with goals near80%.

STEVEUNDERWOOD

Borrelli had previously coached as a young player,” he said.

Other coaches include Gordon Pellow and Riley Wagner

“The boys are looking forward to the hard work of the season ahead. They are excited to get back on the ice at Brennan Park for regular practices, as they have been placed in flight 2 for the regular season. This will be a challenge as they will face some of the top teams from the Lower Mainland. They also have their sights set on winning their division and moving on to provincials.”

For the first time, the program sent two teams down to compete in the gold division at a Kings Court basketball event. “We made two select teams from our Squamish Hustle and Whistler Hustle clubs to compete in U13 and U15, “ said Mike Wheaton, Squamish’s head coach, adding six players were from Squamish and two from Whistler). “ Both our teams were successful with our U15s winning the championship, which marked the first time we have ever won gold,“ Wheaton said.

Another highlight from the season is that player Rhys Warburton, from Squamish Hustle, was selected to the Senior Basketball BC Academy. He has been with Hustle since the beginning.

“All our players are proud to represent our basketball communities. These major milestones for our program prove with commitment and hard work you can compete at the highest level. It’s just different when you wear your town’s name on your jersey!”

CAPILANO BLUES KNOCKOFF NO. 1 TEAM TO CLAIM PACWEST MEN’S SOCCER TITLE

The North Vancouver squad topped Langara College 2-1 in Squamish to earn the provincial banner anda trip to the CCAA national championships

CARA GORDON caragordon@cmail.carleton.ca

There was snow on the mountains surrounding Squamish Oct. 26, but the weather couldn’t puta damper on Capilano University men’s soccer team.

The Blues lit up the pitch at CapU’s Squamish campus, beating the Langara College Falcons 2-1 in a tense game to win the PacWest championship title.

“We came out like we were shot out of a rocket. We came out flying,” said Blues coach Steven Millar.

The team had gone deep into overtime in a 120-minute game in a semifinal against Douglas College the previous day—the Blues won in a thrilling shootout—and were facing well-rested, No 1-ranked Langara in the final. But Millar had faith in his players.

“I’ve got a couple of very experienced players on the park I knew they wouldn’t break.”

When he took over the coaching position at Capilano in 2023, Millar had to rebuild the roster almost from scratch. The Blues hadn’t wona game in two years before he came onboard. After steadily climbing the regular season rankings, this year marks the program’s first PacWest championship win since 2018.

Millar credits goalkeeper Graydon Sherle (tournament MVP) and team captain Tommy Millar (tournament all-star) as key players in the must-win match.

“Tommy’s our workhorse,” said Coach Millar of his son, who’s following in his father’s footsteps so far in his soccer career.

After a goal by Andrew Cerqueira in the first half, the Blues brought the score up to 2-0 soon after halftime with a strike from Aydin Ali, both assisted by Millar from the midfield.

For the last 30 minutes of the game, it was a battle to stay calm and hold off Langara’s offence.

“It’sa final and everyone wants to go to nationals, so you know the push is going to come,” said Millar.

Having subbed in second-year player Ben Ellsworth, a North Van local and Argyle

Secondary alum – described by his coach as “a young player showinga lot of moxie” – the Blues ran down the clock, and with five minutes to go, coach Millar knew the game was in the bag.

“Our team this year is by far the best team I’ve seen Cap have,” added Tommy Millar. The Capilano roster is relatively young compared to other programs in the league, he explained, but they don’t let that deter

They’rea tough group, and they’ll be a toughgroup to play against when we go to nationals.

COACHMILLAR

them.“If anything, we laugh about it.”

“I think we’ve figured it out now, how to win in big situations.”

“They’re a tough group, and they’ll be a tough group to play against when we go to nationals,” said coach Millar.

The Blues take on Halifax’s University of King’s College at 2:30 p.m. Pacific time on Wednesday, Nov. 5 (after press deadline) for their first game of CCAA Nationals in St-Lambert, QC. The tournament wraps up with the championship final Nov. 9.

GLOBAL BIKING ATHLETES RETURN FULL CIRCLE TO CELEBRATE

They were literally raised on our trails; now these riders are back in Squamish for a community event, celebrating their achievements

INA PACE

Local Journalism Initiative reporter

The champions are back home.

Crowds gathered at the Squamish BMX track on Nov. 2, between1 and 3 p.m., as the timely sun came out for the celebrations.

The biking community, and its fans, cheered for the accomplishments of Squamish’s own biking athletes at Raised by the Trails,a performative cycling event with on-site signings, food vendors, and energizing music.

Spectators watched the world-renowned athletes, then afterwards riders cycled lap after lap of the track, and even performed some tricks.

The global athletes included Jackson Goldstone, whose many accolades include winning the 2025 World Cup downhill overall in Mont-Sainte-Anne, Que. last month.

Goldstone saidhe had been racing at the

Meet Shadow!

BMX track sincehe was just three years old.

“It’s been really cool to come back home and [celebrate] not just mine, but everyone else’s accomplishments together, and have the community involved too,”he said.

“What we’ve done as a town is so cool It’s just the start. There’s so many up and coming riders, and more things.”

Enduro 2025 world champion Elly Hoskin, whose birthday it was this day, was also among the performing athletes.

She received a cake, and a chorus of “Happy Birthday” from the crowd, after completing her celebratory lap.

“To celebrate with everyone is so special,” Hoskin said.

“I have such fond memories of events like this when I wasa kidhere. It’s a full circle moment.”

The community “celebration lap” largely consisted of kids playfully racing each other. Some filmed themselves with drones.

Ina Pace is The Squamish Chief’s Local Journalism Initiative (LJI) reporter. This reporting was produced through the Local Journalism Initiative (LJI) which supports original civic journalism across Canada.

LOCAL POWERLIFTER BRINGS HOME GOLD

Do youlikethingsthatcomein smallpackages? Shadow is apetite andsweet tiny female with lovely silkyfur andthe most amazingear tufts.She canbea bittimid initially, but shewarms up quicklyand lovesa good bottom scratch.

Shadow lived with many othercats andwould benefit from having another felinefriend.

What began as casual workouts with his son has turned into an international successstory for Squamish resident Marc Nering

WILL JOHNSON For The Squamish Chief

At first it was his son’sidea. Marc Nering had no idea he would eventually be training as a weightlifter when he started working out with his son Lukas at the age of 52, pulling some weights out of the basement and making up workouts as they went along.

Aftera while, they kind of hita groove.

“My son was looking at some B.C. powerlifting records andhe said ‘Geez, dad—I think you could beat these records,” Nering told The Squamish Chief.

Now, 10 years later, he’s taken home gold in his weight and age class at the World Masters Classic& Equipped Powerlifting Championships in Cape Town, South Africa.

Put on by the InternationalPowerlifting Federation, it’s the largest drug-tested competition in the world.

He snagged his win on Oct. 12, squatting 237.5kg, bench-pressing 165kg, and deadlifting 255kg.

“It wasa successful trip,” Nering said, noting

he’s been competing at the world level since 2018.

Now 62, Nering works as a planner for Carbon Engineering.

MartynJohnLyon

June 19,1959 –September6,2025

After nearly ayear-longbattlewithbile ductcancer, Martyn(“Marty”)John Lyonpassedawaypeacefully on September 6,2025, at theSeato SkyHospice in Squamish,surroundedbyhis family andfriends.

Born on June 19,1959, Martylived lifetothe fullest. He waswellknown forhislegendarypig roasts,which hehosted annually andfor special occasions,bringing peopletogetherwithfood,laughter,and stories. He lovedhunting,making sausage,and spending time withfriends—oftencombining allthree.

Aself-described “serial hobbyist”,Marty wasendlesslycurious andcreative. Overtheyears,heexploredphotography, sausagemaking, cheesemaking, metalworking,woodworking, leatherworking,fly-tying, andmanyother things. Atonepoint,heevenconverted hisshedintoa darkroom to develophis own photographs.Whatevercaughthisinterest,hedoveintoitwholeheartedly, always eagertolearn somethingnew andshare it with others.

He wasalsoa manofmischief, knownforhisplayful senseofhumor. He lovedpullingpranksonhis friendsand family—onceconvincingsomeone towettheirfinger,holditinthe air, andstandonone foot to getbetter cellreception

Marty’slifewas defined by friendship,curiosity,and generosity.Whether he was outhunting,motorbiking,roastinga pig, or buildingsomethinginhis workshop,hecherishedtheconnectionshemadeand thepeoplehesharedhis passions with.

Beyond thehobbies andthe mischief,whatdefined himmostwas hisheart. He went throughlifealwayswillingtoshowupforhisfriends andfamily.If heeversaw someoneinneed,hewas therewithouthesitationand withoutany expectationof anythinginreturn.

Martywas predeceasedbyhis father,PercivalLyon;hismother, AliceLyon; and hisbrother,Leonard Lyon. He is survivedbyhis wife,Barbara;his three sons,and theirpartners, John andChrissy,Richard andMariah, Kevinand Trevor; andhis grandchildren, Mary,Katie,andClare.

Inlieu of flowers,donations maybemadetotheCanadian Cancer Society or the SeatoSky Hospice Society.

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4. Circlesections

8.Scratch

12. Vinegar’scompanion

13.Bogproduct

14.Shredded

15. Fruitpastry: 2wds.

17.Potato

18.Idolized

20.Beseech

21. Thicklypaddedglove

24.Actor’sgoal

25. Foamybrew

26.Imprison

28.Isable

30.Kingdoms

31.Mexicandish

34. Cloth coloring

35.Laughingbeasts

36.“Chances____”

38. Away

41.Snares

42.Malesheep

43. Fillagain

45.Allright!

47.Horsewithhighodds: 2wds.

51.Pierre’smom

52.“Of____ ISing”

53.Historicepoch

54.Invites

55.Backtalk

56.VIPcarpet color

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3.Highpeak 4.Mimicked

5.Detailedaccounts

6.Egyptiancity

7. Pittsburghproduct

8.“____NotUnusual”

9. Leading comedian: 2wds.

10.Mean

11. Evade

16. Recently 19.Rot

21.Ruin

22.Fury

23. Companysymbol

27.Smudge

29.Modifies

31.Kings’chairs

32.Chemist’s workroom

33.Snakyletter

36.Odor

37.Autumn tools

39.Hat fabrics

40.Honoluluhello

44.Matures

46. Word ofagreement

48.“Leave to Heaven”

49.Miner’syield

50.Smallchild

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LASTWEEK’SANSWERS:

ARIES March21-April19

You’ll be very popularthis week.Yourcolleagueswill be interested in youropinionsand applaudyouractions.Tohelp you clearyourmind, adeep cleanathome isinorder.

TAURUS April20-May20

Expectplenty oftravelthis week,either to attend to work commitmentsor possiblyto lookafter yourhealthorthat of aloved one.Ifyou find yourselfinadebate, prepare solidand relevant arguments to effectivelydefend your position.

GEMINI May21-June20

You’ll be giventheopportunity to secure yourfinancialfuture, whichwilltakeabig weight off yourshoulders. Youmight alsobegin to consider starting apersonalproject foryour retirement.

CANCER June21-July22

Setaclear goaland putit into action toearnthat welldeservedpromotion.This opportunitywill mark anew beginning, and many people will be theretosupportyou alongthe way.

SUDOKU

LEO July23-Aug.22

Beforemakingany decisions this week,takethetime to thinkthingsthrough.Ifyou’re contemplatingacareer change,you’ll find the perfect path to apromisingnew journey. Yourlovedonesare thereto guide you andhelp you make the rightchoices.

VIRGO Aug.23-Sept. 22

After atense period,makesure youprioritizeresttorecharge your batteries. Engage in soothingactivitiesthat will refill your cup. Afamilymemberwill need your supporttohandlea complicated situation.

LIBRA Sept.23-Oct. 22

You’llusesocialmedia this week to expand yourcircleof friends.You’llformnewand fulfillingfriendships at work. If you’resingle,you mightalso experience love at first sight while you’reonthe job.

SCORPIO Oct. 23-Nov.21

Youmay consider goingback to school to further your knowledge.Professionally, you’llmeet peoplefromdiverse backgrounds,whichwill lead to new businessopportunities. In yourlovelife,going on atrip

could sparkrenewed passionin yourrelationship.

SAGITTARIUS Nov. 22-Dec.21

If your partnercomesfrom adifferent background than yours, be prepared to make afewadjustments to achieve harmonyinyourrelationship. Additionally, you’ll both appreciate amoreequitable divisionofthehouseholdchores.

CAPRICORN Dec. 22-Jan.19

Deepemotions willfuel your creativityandallowyourinner artisttoshine.Yourattention to detailand senseofelegance willhelp you stand outand make alasting impression.

AQUARIUS Jan.20-Feb.18

If youwanttosee results at work, focusonthedetailsin your negotiations.Don’tstressabout yourlove life;it’s goinggreat. Youmay even receiveaproposal from your partnerthis week.

PISCES Feb. 19-March20

Believe in your skills.This confidence will push youtoward an upper managementposition withmoreresponsibilities.Your sociallife will requireyou to invest moreeffort. Yourfriends willaskyou to organizeall sorts of outingsandactivities.

HOWTOPLAY:

Fillinthegridsothat every row, every columnand every 3x3box contains thenumbers1through 9onlyonce. Each 3x3box isoutlinedwith adarker line. Youalreadyhave afew numbers to getyou started. Remember: youmust not repeatthenumbers1through 9in thesameline, columnor 3x3box.

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