Sen̓áḵw Towers set to open 113 years after Squamish people forced from site

It's taken a long legal battle, but Squamish Nation members will soon be returning to a reserve taken over by B.C. in 1913

Published Mar 19, 2026

Last updated Mar 20, 2026

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The first three towers of the Squamish Nation's Sen̓áḵw development beside the Burrard Bridge are nearly ready for occupancy. — The first three towers of the Squamish Nation's Sen̓áḵw development beside the Burrard Bridge are nearly ready for occupancy. Photo by Arlen Redekop /PNG

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