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Squamish fireworks ban holds for Saturday Halloween, RCMP adding patrols
The District of Squamish, Squamish Nation, School District No. 48, RCMP and fire rescue say consumer fireworks remain prohibited across the district, and police will bolster presence in neighbourhoods, on roadways and outside parks.
Fireworks are prohibited throughout the District of Squamish this Halloween, which falls on a Saturday, and the district says police will add patrols in neighbourhoods, on roadways and outside parks for the night and weekend.1
District of Squamish council adopted a bylaw in September 2025 banning the sale, possession and discharge of consumer fireworks, the district said. The ban covers Roman candles, bottle rockets and similar products.1
The District of Squamish, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation), Sea to Sky School District No. 48, Squamish RCMP and local emergency response partners said they are again working together on a safe and responsible Halloween weekend.1
Staff Sergeant Sascha Banks said Squamish RCMP will again work alongside the Squamish Nation, Squamish Fire Service, BCEHS, Sea to Sky School District No. 48, BC Conservation Service and the District of Squamish.1
These partnerships and collaboration were essential to the safe Halloween Night we saw. Squamish RCMP will again be working side by side with these agencies and we will be bolstering police presence in Squamish neighbourhoods, on roadways, and outside parks for Halloween night and weekend.1Staff Sergeant Sascha Banks, Squamish RCMP
The district's bylaw aligns with the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw Fireworks Ban Bylaw, introduced in October 2024 after community environmental and safety concerns, the district said.1
Sxwíxwtn Wilson Williams, chairperson of Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation), said the nation received numerous complaints about excessive noise, damage to property and pets being traumatized.1
Since introducing the ban, Halloween has been a much safer and more enjoyable holiday for everyone.1Sxwíxwtn Wilson Williams, Chairperson, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation)
Chris Nicholson, superintendent of Sea to Sky School District No. 48, said local safety teams will be out in the community again, and families can expect to see a strong community presence.1
We encourage everyone to enjoy the evening responsibly and make safe choices.1Chris Nicholson, Superintendent, Sea to Sky School District No. 48
Squamish Fire Rescue Chief Aaron Foote said any sale or distribution of fireworks should be reported immediately to the Squamish RCMP detachment or Squamish Fire Rescue for swift follow-up, and asked residents to wear something reflective so they are seen.1
Residents who see fireworks being used or sold are asked to call Squamish RCMP's non-emergency line at 604-892-6100, or to dial 911 in an emergency, the district said.1
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- Joint efforts underway for a safe, fireworks-free Halloween in Squamish · District of Squamish
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