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Our history spans many millennia of living on and governing our territory, with a culture created from our lands, waters, and people over generations. We continue to practice many of the traditions, customs, and ways of our ancestors and pass them onto future generations.
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About Squamish Nation
The Squamish Nation, known as Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw in our language, traces its roots back to multiple physical communities, or úxwumixw, before becoming a government entity in 1923. Most of our community resides on the North Shore of Vancouver, with a smaller population living in Squamish along the Squamish River.
Programs and Services
Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Members and community members can access a variety of programs and services offered by the Nation's administration, including education, language, recreation, emergency supports, and more.
Our Government
Nexwsxwníw̓ntm ta Úxwumixw (Council) is the decision-making body that sets the overall direction and policy agenda of Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw, both internally and externally. Their guidance ensures the Nation is provided with an effective administration, strong financial and resource stewardship, robust risk management, and effective service delivery.
Three Ways to Live at Sen̓áḵw
Welcoming our people home to Sen̓áḵw is one step closer. The first homes in Tower One will be move-in ready this summer.
Three ways Squamish People can live at Sen̓áḵw:
- Hiy̓ám̓ Housing Homes with rental assistance
- Affordable Homes rented at below market rates
- Market Homes at standard rental rates
Learn more about how you can live at Sen̓áḵw via the full guide: Living at Sen̓áḵw: A Guide for Squamish People.
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Nation Updates
Returning to Sen̓áḵw
Over a century ago, Squamish People were forcibly removed from our village at Sen̓áḵw. Our homes were destroyed, but our connection to the land remained strong. In 2026 we are proud to invite our People home to Sen̓áḵw.
Hiy̓ám̓ Housing’s new Facebook page connects Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw Community to affordable housing
Hiy̓ám̓ Housing’s recently launched Facebook page is one more avenue connecting the Squamish Community with the not-for-profit housing organization.
New Executive Director of X̱etx̱ítayus Ch’áwch’aw (Corporate Services), Michelle Bryant-Gravelle
Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) is pleased to welcome Michelle Bryant-Gravelle as the new Executive Director of X̱etx̱ítayus Ch'áwch'aw (Corporate Services).
