Frequently Asked Questions
The Squamish Oceanfront Development Corporation (SODC) is wholly owned by the District of Squamish. Its vision is to deliver a vibrant, innovative, sustainable, world-class "work-live-recreate" community showcasing the spirit, cultural heritage and values of the people of Squamish.
In March 2012, the Shareholder (District of Squamish) directed SODC to pursue a transaction for the SODC Lands. The real estate marketing firm of Cushman and Wakefield was selected as the property broker in May 2012 following a competitive bid process. The marketing of the SODC Lands will occur throughout 2012 and 2013 to ensure that the best development partner is found for the SODC and the community of Squamish.
During the transaction process, SODC will not undertake any further development or planning activities.
SODC is financed independently through the Oceanfront land asset. The funding is used for ongoing operations and development costs. The District of Squamish does not contribute funding to the SODC, but does act as the guarantor for a portion of the financing.
Yes. As a subsidiary of the District of Squamish, the SODC is subject to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA). Details of the FOIPPA legislation can be found at the website of Office of the Information & Privacy Commissioner. Additional information on FOIPPA can be obtained by contacting the Commissioner:
Information and Privacy Commissioner 4th Floor, 1675 Douglas Street Victoria, British Columbia V8V 1X4 Tel. 250.387.5629 Fax. 250.387.1696
Send a written request to SODC with details of the information you are requesting. Your request will remain confidential during the application process. SODC policy is to release all FOI information to the public via the SODC website after the information is released to the Applicant.
Please note that fees may apply to any request as per Section 75 of the FOIPPA.
| FOIPP # | Request | Requestor | Estimated $ | Actual $ | Status | Updated |
| 12-001 | 1. The amount, in Canadian dollars, paid to Drew Stotesbury, David Greenfield, and Trevor Dunfield till date. 2. The dollar per hour rate for which they were hired 3. The amount, in dollar amount, paid to consultant till date hired by the SODC. 4. The name of all those consultants. 5. The amount, in dollars, paid to SODC Board directors as honorariums, expenses, trip costs, lunches. |
Squamish Reporter | $4,030.71 | $0.00 | Discontinued | 22-Aug-12 |
| 12-002 | 1. In connection with a study I am engaged in - Settlement in Squamish Delta, I would like to find the elevation as constructed of the Salt Dock. Could I please see the drawings? | Individual | $0.00 | $0.00 | Complete | 04-Oct-12 |