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On Friday, Dec. 5th, 2025, Squamish Nation Councillors were at the FIFA 2026 Draw to find out who we will be welcoming to our traditional territory next year.

Councillors Tsunux̱en Willie Lewis, Jonah Gonzales, Yul Baker, P'akwelut Sandy Lafontaine, Sḵuálhḵamaat Amanda Williams shared some words.
December 8, 2025 at 11:09 PM
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Squamish Nation Chairperson Sxwíxwtn Wilson Williams shares some words about the FIFA World Cup 2026 draw on Friday, December 5th.

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December 4, 2025 at 6:54 PM
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Some words from Chairperson Sxwíxwtn Wilson Williams about the Annual General Meeting, taking place this weekend on November 15th & 16th.

Squamish Nation Annual General Meeting materials: www.squamish.net/events-gathe...
November 14, 2025 at 12:10 AM
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Chairperson Sxwíxwtn Wilson Williams speaks about the official Oath Swearing Ceremony for the Nation’s newly elected Council that took place on Tuesday, October 28th.
October 31, 2025 at 4:56 PM
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Chairperson Sxwíxwtn Wilson Williams speaks about the unveiling of the Every Child Matters crosswalk at 6th Street & Forbes Avenue in North Vancouver - the grounds of the old St. Paul's Residential School.

Yúusnew̓as Project and Squamish artist/Councilor Sinamkin Jody Broomfield.
October 23, 2025 at 5:11 PM
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A reminder from Chairperson Sxwíxwtn Wilson Williams about respectful fishing practices.
Click the link to view the Fisheries Bylaw: bit.ly/FisheriesBylaw
Here is a short video sharing our cultural teachings on fishing: bit.ly/RespectfulFi...

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October 9, 2025 at 10:31 PM
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On September 30th, we celebrate Orange Shirt Day. It is a day honour the survivors of residential school, day school, and the sixties scoop, and remember those who did not return. EVERY CHILD MATTERS.

Council Spokesperson Sxwíxwtn Wilson Williams.

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September 18, 2025 at 11:18 PM
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On September 11th, BC Hydro welcomed guests to an unveiling and blessing ceremony at Murdo Frazer Park for a Squamish Nation welcome pole carved by Siobhan Joseph and Delmar Joseph Jr.

Council Spokesperson Sxwíxwtn Wilson Williams shared some words as a witness.
September 12, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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On behalf of the Squamish Nation and the North Shore Indians Lacrosse Club, we say welcome and good luck to the @sixnationschiefs who are competing in the Mann Cup this weekend!

Words from Squamish Nation Spokesperson Sxwíxwtn Wilson Williams

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September 5, 2025 at 9:03 PM
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Sen̓áḵw Update - Squamish Nation has entered into a restructured partnership with OPTrust.

Spokesperson Sxwíxwtn Wilson Williams.
August 28, 2025 at 11:43 PM
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The FIFA World Cup trophy is in K’emk’emeláy! Squamish Nation Spokesperson Wilson Williams spoke at a welcoming event this morning, sharing the Squamish Nation's excitement in continuing this great journey in the lead up to the FIFA World Cup 2026.
August 23, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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The Squamish Nation and the District of Squamish signed an historic Memorandum Of Understanding on July 22, 2025. The document outlines an agreement between Squamish leaders and municipal officials that will reshape how decisions are made in the District of Squamish.

Words: Sxwíxwtn Wilson Williams
July 23, 2025 at 9:10 PM
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Some more words from Councillor Sempúlyan Stewart Gonzales on his role as an elected official for the Squamish Nation.

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July 17, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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The Squamish Nation signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Musqueam Indian Band, Tsleil-Waututh Nation, Government of British Columbia, and the City of Vancouver, in a commitment to continued collaboration working up to, during, and after the much anticipated FIFA World Cup 2026.
June 27, 2025 at 11:31 PM
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Today, June 26th, the Squamish Nation signed a historic land-use agreement with the Provincial government at the Sea To Sky Gondola, in keeping with the vision set out in our Xay Temixw (Sacred Land Use Plan).

Councillor/Spokesperson Sxwíxwtn (Wilson Williams)
June 27, 2025 at 12:06 AM
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Squamish Nation will sign a land-use agreement with the Provincial government on Thursday, June 26th, in keeping with the vision set out in our Xay Temixw (Sacred Land Use Plan) this agreement will protect Squamish Nation cultural sites.

Councillor/Spokesperson Sxwíxwtn (Wilson Williams)
June 23, 2025 at 9:11 PM
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Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw is seeking two qualified candidates to join the Squamish Nation Trust. Join us in building a stronger future!

Apply online by July 18, 2025: bit.ly/SNTApplication

For any questions, please contact Ta na wa Chen̓tm (Chair & Council Office) at ✉️cco@squamish.net
June 19, 2025 at 11:07 PM
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Squamish Wildfire (Dryden Creek): Councillor Wilson Williams update to the Squamish Nation from the field.

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June 11, 2025 at 10:08 PM
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Squamish Wildfire (Dryden Creek): Councillor Wilson Williams update to the Squamish Nation

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June 10, 2025 at 10:19 PM
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Squamish Nation Councillor Sempúlyan Stewart Gonzales introduces himself and speaks about his role on Council.

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June 10, 2025 at 4:37 PM
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On March 9th, the the Nation successfully held its first People's Assembly of 2025.

On Sunday, June 1st, the Nation will hold its second People's Assembly of 2025.

Council encourages everyone to participate in person or online!

Info/Registration here: www.squamish.net/events-gathe...
May 29, 2025 at 9:36 PM
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Council is excited to announce the launch of the new Council Communications Framework.

This will give Council a direct voice to the Nation through a variety of channels.

This includes channels like the newsletter and physical print as well as in-person meetings.

More updates coming!
May 22, 2025 at 8:58 PM