News

Closures at Lost Lake Park help protect migrating Western toads

Lost Lake Access Road and parking lot to close for approximately two weeks The parking lot and access road at Lost Lake Park will close on Saturday,...
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August 3, 2022

Rezoning approved for Whistler Blackcomb's Glacier 8 staff housing project

Council approves subdivision of lands and rezoning enroute to 66-unit development for resorts largest employer; development permit next step The...
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August 3, 2022

Council adopts plan to consolidate climate mitigation and adaptation goals

Municipality focuses efforts to improve GHG emissions reductions through implementation plan Whistler's climate plans have been consolidated and...
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August 3, 2022

New Cannabis Retail Policy brings Whistler closer to store-bought cannabis

Policy aims to maintain Whistler’s character and experience, support Official Community Plan goals Council has endorsed a Retail Cannabis Policy,...
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July 29, 2022

High temperatures in Whistler predicted to hold into the August Long Weekend

Whistler urges visitors to choose ‘quick and cool’ free local transit July 29, 2022: Whistler, B.C. – As temperatures increase into the August long...
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July 27, 2022

RMOW modelling demonstrates how and why housing, traffic and visitor volume are Whistler’s top strategic challenges

Public engagement on stepped changes and required interventions expected this fall and winter Beginning this fall, the public will weigh in on ways...
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July 25, 2022

Statement about Emergency Alert

The RMOW uses a local emergency alert system, Whistler Alert, which allows us to send urgent messages to mobile devices to those who have signed up...
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July 20, 2022

Whistler Council unanimously supports further exploration of 2030 Olympic and Paralympic Games bid

On July 19, 2022, Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) Council members received an administrative staff report outlining key considerations and...
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July 14, 2022

Stage 2 Water Conservation in effect

Restrictions to assist with recharging reservoir water supply The Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) asks everyone to conserve water by following...
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July 11, 2022

White Gold Utility Undergrounding Project cancelled due to cost escalation

The White Gold Utility Undergrounding Project was cancelled by Whistler Council at the July 5 meeting because the updated total project cost estimate...
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July 7, 2022

Evolve e-bike share demonstration project announced

The project will run from August to October 2022 The Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) is partnering with the British Columbia Automobile...
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June 27, 2022

Whistler’s annual Community Life Survey phone survey extended to July 10

The phone survey for the annual Community Life Survey has been extended to July 10 to allow additional time for data collection. Th e online survey...
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June 27, 2022

E-Bike fleet and equipment improvements for the RMOW Resort Operations teams

The Resort Op eration s team are undertaking important actions to achieve climate goals align ed with the Big Moves Strategy . The Landscape and...
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June 24, 2022

Whistler’s 2021 Annual Report and Corporate Plan presented to Council

Community members invited to review the plan and provide comment Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Virginia Cullen and Director of Finance Carlee...
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June 22, 2022

Council announces Return to Transit Loyalty Program

Program includes complimentary fares through September 5, discounted passes and enhanced peak season service Following the successful ratification of...
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June 22, 2022

Upcoming community input opportunities for the 2030 Olympic and Paralympic Games Concept

Olympic and Paralympic bid process invites community members to engage, help inform and shape a Games concept and vision On June 14, 2022 at a...
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June 17, 2022

Programming announced for Canada Day

Events include reimagined parade and opportunities for reflection and learning The Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) is pleased to share...
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June 17, 2022

Transit service in Sea to Sky resumes on June 22

This news release is shared from BC Transit . Following the successful ratification of a new labour agreement between Unifor Local 114 union...
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June 17, 2022

Whistler Fire Rescue announces new Fire Chief Thomas Doherty

Outgoing Fire Chief John McKearney retires after 18 year career in fire service The Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) is pleased to announce the...
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June 15, 2022

Whistler Electric Vehicle Strategy adopted by Council

Strategy steps aim to accelerate EV adoption by residents, commuters and businesses Whistler Council adopted the Whistler Electric Vehicle Strategy...
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