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By Ina Pace, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, The Squamish Chief At a recent public open house, the Squamish Community Forest unveiled its vision for sustainable land use, cultural preservation, and wildfire mitigation over the next five years. How can we ensure a healthy forest and happy communities, all whilst abiding by land use agreements for the economy? Such were some of the questions among folks who attended the Squamish Community Forest\u2019s 2025 public open house, on Nov. 13 at Howe Sound Inn & Brewing. At the event, a presentation was delivered by the Community Forest\u2019s representatives, with opportunities for questions, and group discussion. What is the Squamish Community Forest, and what does it do? The Squamish Community Forest functions on a Community Forest Agreement (CFA) and equal shareholding between Skwxw\u00fa7mesh… <\/p>\n

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By Ina Pace, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, The Squamish Chief At a recent public open house, the Squamish Community Forest unveiled its vision for sustainable land use, cultural preservation, and wildfire mitigation over the next five years. How can we ensure a healthy forest and happy communities, all whilst abiding by land use agreements for the economy? Such were some of the questions among folks who attended the Squamish Community Forest\u2019s 2025 public open house, on Nov. 13 at Howe Sound Inn & Brewing. At the event, a presentation was delivered by the Community Forest\u2019s representatives, with opportunities for questions, and group discussion. What is the Squamish Community Forest, and what does it do? The Squamish Community Forest functions on a Community Forest Agreement (CFA) and equal shareholding between Skwxw\u00fa7mesh... <\/p>\n

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