Whistler has become the world's premier destination for athletes and visitors with disabilities
Whistler was proud to be the host of approximately 90 per cent of the Paralympic events in 2010. This provided Whistler the opportunity to substantially build on its international reputation as an accessible destination and grow visitation with all guests, including those with mobility challenges.
A 4,000 square-metre inclusive playground provides play opportunities for children of all abilities or parents with disabilities to allow side-by-side play with their friends, families, and caregivers. Located on the perimetre of the new Whistler Olympic Plaza, the playground has become a gathering place for community and visitors alike.
Learn more about accessibility in Whistler here.
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Whistler has become the world's premier destination for athletes and visitors with disabilities
Whistler was proud to be the host of approximately 90 per cent of the Paralympic events in 2010. This provided Whistler the opportunity to substantially build on its international reputation as an accessible destination and grow visitation with all guests, including those with mobility challenges. During the 2010 Paralympic Winter Games, Whistler hosted 62 of 64 medal events and Whistler Live! - a fusion of sport, art and entertainment that's free and accessible for all. Whistler also hosted the 2010 Paralympic Winter Games Closing Ceremony.
Learn more about accessibility in Whistler here.
In addition to the images below, the Resort Municipality has broadcast quality Broll on Whistler's accessible ramps and access points available for editorial use. Contact our media relations support for more information.
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Did you know that Whistler was actually born for the 2010 Winter Games? Franz Wilhelmson, the man who opened Whistler for skiing in the 1960s, did so in hopes of hosting the Olympics. It's just one of many interesting facts in Whistler's history. Whistler has a unique story and the Whistler Museum & Archives Society is gearing up to share it with the world through the "Whistler Olympic Journey Exhibit." Created by the local community, the exhibit brings history to life.
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Skiing and Sunday services are not often lumped together but faith communities in Whistler are bringing church to the mountains through everything from slopeside bible studies to Sunday gatherings. For many Whistler residents, involvement in a faith community is as much a part of life as sitting on a chairlift. Since Whistler's humble beginnings, churches have played a role. These places of worship are part of mountain life as residents get married, raise families and live life in the mountains.
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It might not smell pretty, but Whistler's composting facility is turning heads. The municipal composting facility is literally turning garbage into gold or at least highly fertile, nutrient rich top grade compost. It adds up to the sweet smell of success for environmentally conscious Whistler. The compost facility helps the community move toward its goal of "zero waste."
In addition to the images below, the Resort Municipality has broadcast quality Broll on Whistler's compost facility available for editorial use. Contact our media relations support for more information.
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Celebration has always been an key aspect of Whistler culture. Since the 1980s, Whistler’s been a destination for unique entertainment experiences and the Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) has been an important of part of facilitating these opportunities.
From legendary mountain-top concerts and extreme sports festivals to fine art shows focusing on young, contemporary artists and amazing street entertainment, Whistler’s reputation has been built on what happens in the Village as much as what happens on the mountains. The RMOW invests in many cultural projects, from major festivals to community events.
Street Animation during the 2010 Winter Games Whistler Live! and Whistler Presents.
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Explore the Lost Lake cross-country trails and experience winter in Whistler from an entirely different perspective. With approximately 25 kilometres of groomed and track set trails, Lost Lake offers incredible views of Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains. Enjoy the new amenities of the Lost Lake PassivHaus; ski and snowshoe rentals, lessons, cafe, washrooms and daylodge area.
Visit whistler.ca/xcountry for more information.
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The Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) council is comprised of the mayor and six councillors. They are the elected decision-making body responsible for the public policy direction and governance of the municipal government. The current council was elected on November 19, 2011, and sworn in on December 6, 2011. Members will serve a three-year term.
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The Meadow Park Sports Centre is Whistler’s community hub for sports, leisure and more! This multipurpose facility provides residents and visitors with a wide selection of services and amenities including a six-lane pool, kids’ pool, sauna, steam room and hot tub. The complex also houses an arena, squash courts, weight room and a fitness studio. A variety of recreation programs are offered including fitness classes, aqua fitness, swimming lessons and public skating.
For more information, see whistler.ca/meadowpark .
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The Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) recognizes that green spaces serve many purposes. They provide the community with clean air and water. They also promote a healthy lifestyle by encouraging walking, cycling and other leisure activities. Whistler is home to 31 community and neighbourhood parks within its boundaries.
Whistler’s extensive network of single-use and multi-purpose trails is available throughout the community. The Valley Trail for example, connects all subdivisions to the destination parks (Alpha Lake, Wayside, Lakeside, Rainbow, Meadow Park and Lost Lake parks), the village core and Whistler Creek.
For more information on Whistler culture and recreation, click here.
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Whistler’s art scene is rich, vibrant and embedded within the community’s mountain culture. To support the cultivation of the arts in the community, the Whistler Public Art Program was created by the Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) in 1996. Since that time, projects have been created by the municipality and by the private sector.
Projects are located throughout the Village, Village North, Upper Village and Whistler Creek.
Click here to find additional information on Whistler's Public Art Program.
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Whistler's home to the world's largest fleet of hydrogen fuel cell buses. It's all part of the Hydrogen Highway, which stretches up the west coast of North America. The 20 buses can reach a top speed of 90 km per hour and are twice as efficient as internal combustion engines.
In addition to the images below, the Resort Municipality has broadcast quality Broll on Whistler Transit available for editorial use. Contact our media relations support for more information.
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Located six kilometres south of Whistler Village and within Whistler municipal boundaries, Cheakamus Crossing was home to more than 3,500 Olympic and Paralympic athletes and officials during the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.
What may have been a temporary athlete village, post-Games has become home to more than 800 residents, and the Whistler Athletes' Centre will play an important in role in Whistler's sport hosting capacity for generations to come.
Visit whistler.ca/2010-games for additional information on Whistler's 2010 Winter Games legacies.
In addition to the images below, the Resort Municipality has broadcast quality Broll on the Whistler Athlete Village facility available for editorial use. Contact our media relations support for more information.
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Whistler Olympic Plaza is the site where the best athletes in the world stepped up to the podium at Victory Ceremonies during the 2010 Winter Games and where the Paralympic Closing Ceremony concluded Whistler’s role as Host Mountain Resort. From the early ’80s, Whistler visionaries designated this land as community space. Today, Whistler Olympic Plaza is consistent with the community's vision toward sustainability, including: supporting arts and culture, offering a gathering place where locals can meet visitors, building family amenities, expanding diversified tourism facilities, and more.
Learn more at: whistler.ca/olympic-plaza.
In addition to the images below, the Resort Municipality has broadcast quality Broll on Whistler Olympic Plaza available for editorial use. Contact our media relations support for more information.
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On August 27, 2011, Whistler celebrated the official opening of Whistler Olympic Plaza, marking the first use of the spectacular outdoor pavilion - one of the greatest legacies of the 2010 Winter Games in Whistler.
In addition to the images below, the Resort Municipality has broadcast quality Broll on Whistler Olympic Plaza available for editorial use. Contact our media relations support for more information.
See highlights from the official opening of Whistler Olympic Plaza in this short video clip.
Photos by: Joern Rohde/ JoernRohde.com
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Summer 2011 marked the first year of the Whistler Presents Concert Series. We saw international touring artists, national favourites and local rockers grace the stage.
The concert series included performances by Sam Roberts Band, Jason Mraz, Barenaked Ladies, Tom Cochrane, Colin James, 54-40, Bif Naked, Kuba Oms, Kathleen Edwards, Red Eye Empire, The Hairfarmers, She Stole My Beer, Kostaman and Giraffe Aftermath.
Photos by:
JoernRohde.com
Matt Walker/ Aspect Photography.ca
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Whistler Street Entertainment presents free, family-friendly events, attractions and performers on weekends from May through November. Whistler Street Entertainment animates the paths of Whistler Village and provides interactive entertainment by performers from the Sea-to-Sky Corridor and touring artists from across Canada. Entertainment includes juggling acts, circus performers, musicians, bike stuntman, dancers and acrobats.
Photos by:
Matt Walker/ AspectPhotography.ca
Joern Rohde/ JoernRohde.com
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Whistler's library is more than just books, it's a unique timber framed structure built to blend into its natural surroundings. The effort has not gone unnoticed. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) has recognized the building's environmental innovation including the passive solar design principles, a geothermal heating and cooling system, high efficiency baseboard heaters, and compact fluorescent light bulbs with LEED Gold status. The library may blend into its natural surroundings but its design is award winning.
In addition to the images below, the Resort Municipality has broadcast quality Broll on the Whistler Public Library available for editorial use. Contact our media relations support for more information.
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