top of page
Sea To Sky
Stay informed about what matters most in the Sea to Sky Corridor. From Highway 99 crashes and road closures to local news in Squamish and Whistler, Stay Safe Vancouver brings you verified updates on traffic safety, community issues, and breaking news between Vancouver and Pemberton. Whether you're commuting to work, planning a weekend trip to Whistler, or living in Squamish, our coverage connects you to Sea to Sky Highway conditions, RCMP advisories, wildlife warnings, municipal decisions, and emergency alerts that affect your daily life in this mountain corridor.
Sea To Sky News
Squamish Drops Speed Limit to 30 km/h in Downtown and Oceanfront Areas
New speed zones take effect February 17 as District implements first phase of Transportation Master Plan By Meera Gill February 15, 2026 As of February 17, 2026, every street in Downtown Squamish and the Oceanfront is now a 30 km/h zone—a 20 km/h reduction from the previous limit. The change affects everyone who drives through the area, including residents of buildings like the Jumar, located at the busy intersection of Cleveland Avenue, Highway 99, and Loggers Lane. The spee
Sea-to-Sky Highway Accident Today Causes Major Delays Near Horseshoe Bay
By Meera Gill | Updated January 29, 2026, 1:15 p.m. PT A major crash on the Sea-to-Sky Highway today is causing severe traffic disruptions near Horseshoe Bay, after a commercial tractor-trailer rollover blocked southbound lanes and reduced northbound traffic to a single lane on Highway 99 Thursday afternoon. The collision occurred at approximately 12:05 p.m. PT on Highway 99, about 600 metres north of the Horseshoe Bay ferry terminal, according to early reports from motorists
Can You Sleep in Your Car in Squamish?
If you’re visiting Squamish and planning to sleep in your car or van overnight, it’s crucial to know the rules, safe spots, and what locals think about van dwelling. Squamish is a hub for climbers, hikers, and road-trippers, but overnight stays in public spaces are tightly regulated. Here’s what you need to know before settling in for the night. Where You Can Legally Sleep in Your Car in Squamish Sleeping in your car on public streets, parks, or municipal parking lots in Squa
Squamish’s Beloved Mini Boulder “Portable” Returns After Months Missing
Alex Haas and friends pose with the recovered boulder Portable at a crag in Bishop, California. Photo courtesy of Alex Haas A Small Boulder With a Big Following Squamish’s climbing community is celebrating the return of a small granite boulder known as Portable, which went missing in early September 2025. Located near the popular Superfly bouldering area, Portable is a roughly 60-pound grey granite rock shaped like a milk jug. Despite its size, it had gained a reputation as “
Teen Loses Consciousness Before Fatal Cypress Mountain Chairlift Fall
A fatal incident at Cypress Mountain has raised urgent questions about head injuries on ski hills and what happens when skiers ignore symptoms after a crash. An 18-year-old from Maple Ridge died after falling from a chairlift at the North Shore resort, prompting a coroner's investigation and renewed calls for skiers to seek immediate medical attention after hitting their head. What Police Say Happened on the Cypress Mountain Chairlift West Vancouver Police confirmed the teen
Squamish Scientists Turn Captured Carbon Emissions Into Fuel Pellets
A Canadian clean-energy company based in Squamish, British Columbia, is developing technology that captures carbon dioxide directly from the air and converts it into usable fuel, offering an alternative approach to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The company, Carbon Engineering, is working on what is known as direct air capture, a process designed to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere rather than targeting emissions at a single source such as a power plant. The tech
Squamish Jewish Community Honours Bondi Victims
The Jewish community in Squamish is responding to the tragic shooting at Bondi Beach, Sydney, Australia, on Dec. 14, where 15 people were killed during Hanukkah celebrations. Two gunmen opened fire on families celebrating the first night of Hanukkah at one of Sydney's most popular beaches, killing 15 people and wounding more than 40 others. The attack has left Jewish communities worldwide shaken, and locally, the Sea to Sky region is coming together to remember the victims an
District of Squamish Blocks Masha Kleiner Talk at Municipal Venue
The Squamish Historical Society (SHS) has postponed its planned speaker series event featuring Masha Kleiner, a controversial citizen journalist, after the District of Squamish declined to host the talk at a municipal venue. Why the District Refused to Host Masha Kleiner Kleiner, affiliated with OneBC, has previously published views questioning aspects of Canadian Indigenous history and residential school impacts. Local leaders and the Squamish Nation raised concerns that hos
North Shore Rescue Saves Lost Hiker in Suicide Gully
A 69-year-old hiker was rescued from Mount Seymour's Suicide Gully after getting lost while returning from Brockton Point. North Shore Rescue says the man was lucky to make it out safely. Why Heading Downhill Can Turn Deadly The hiker lost the trail and decided to head downhill, a move that can be fatal on the North Shore Mountains. Suicide Gully is steep and treacherous, with cliffs, drainages, and waterfalls. North Shore Rescue warns that what looks like an easy route often
Person in Critical Condition After Crash on Sea to Sky Highway
A serious collision involving a bus and a car on the Sea to Sky Highway left one person in critical condition on January 7. The crash occurred between Squamish and Whistler near Conroy Forest Service Road, temporarily closing Highway 99 in both directions. How Emergency Crews Responded B.C. Emergency Health Services sent three ambulances with primary care paramedics, an advanced care paramedic unit, and a paramedic supervisor. One patient was transported by ground ambulance a
How to drive safely on the Sea to Sky Highway in snow, sleet, and freezing rain
Winter on the Sea to Sky Highway can turn routine drives into dangerous journeys. Snow, sleet, and freezing rain each create unique hazards, from reduced visibility to slippery surfaces, that drivers must navigate carefully. Knowing how each type of frozen precipitation affects your vehicle is key to staying safe while travelling between Vancouver, Squamish, and Whistler this winter. What Snow Does to Your Control and Vision Even light snowfall along the Sea to Sky can reduce
Sea to Sky School Board Calls for Public Transit Between Squamish and Whistler
Squamish families are paying too much and taking on too much risk to get their kids to Whistler. With no year-round public transit along Highway 99, students often rely on carpools, private cars, or expensive ride-shares for school programmes, sports, or weekend activities. The Sea to Sky School Board is calling on the province to create a public transit route to make travel safer, more affordable, and less stressful for local families. Why Students Are at Risk on Highway 99
bottom of page