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September 26, 2019
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Whistler’s Maytober Challenge set to wrap up

Switching out one vehicle trip per week for transit, cycling or walking helps reduce community greenhouse gas emissions and can make a difference all...
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September 26, 2019
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Whistler aiming to cut waste disposed per person to 350 kilograms

Several initiatives in play to meet Provincial target The Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) is moving forward with several initiatives as part...
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September 25, 2019
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Surveys launched on child care in Whistler

Funding provided by Union of BC Municipalities and Province to create a child care action plan The Resort Municipality of Whistler has launched two...
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September 24, 2019
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Whistler updates Animal Responsibility Bylaw

Updates encourage responsible pet ownership and animal welfare Dogs are a huge part of Whistler’s identity as a mountain town. As such, strengthening...
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September 16, 2019
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Next OUTSIDE VOICE survey now open to finalize plans for Whistler parks

This is the second round of engagement in the Imagining Phase to develop Whistler’s Parks Master Plan Hey Whistler! You spoke, and we listened. Now,...
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August 14, 2019
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Mayor Crompton returns from official visit to Karuizawa, Whistler’s sister city

Visit acknowledged 20-year anniversary of partnership and gave opportunities to learn from Karuizawa’s visitor experience Mayor Jack Crompton...
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August 8, 2019
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Meadow Park Sports Centre to be closed for annual maintenance August 19 until September 2; pool area to be closed...

Registration for fall and winter programs begins August 10 Meadow Park Sports Centre will be closed Monday, August 19 until Monday, September 2 for...
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August 1, 2019
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Toad Closure: Lost Lake access road

UPDATED: Friday, August 2, 2019 Toad closures: Lost Lake Beach, Lost Lake Road, portion of Valley Trail The Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW)...
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July 30, 2019
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Three new linkages coming to Valley Trail

Getting around Whistler by bike or foot continues to get easier with connections to Function Junction, Twin Lakes/Tamarisk and Alta Lake Road...
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July 25, 2019
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RMOW to recruit new chief administrative officer

Whistler administrator takes on role as chief of strategic policy and partnerships After eight years as chief administrative officer (CAO) with the...
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