Here is the weekly update on projects and things of note that may impact your day-to-day life, including events, getting around town, parks, construction, etc.
CONSTRUCTION
Road closures on Blackcomb Way and Nancy Greene Drive
Sewer and water main repairs are in progress at several locations, including Blackcomb Way, Nancy Greene Drive, and Mons Road. Expect single-lane alternating traffic and traffic control personnel in place. From Monday, June 9 to 16, there will be water main repairs on Mons Road. Expect reduced water pressure from 9 p.m. on Tuesday, June 10 to 9 a.m. on Wednesday, June 11. This will affect Riverside Whistler and the Scandinave Spa.
Crabapple Sewer Lift Station repairs on 6671 Crabapple Drive
We will temporarily bypass the sewer lift station for repairs on the sewer main from Thursday, June 19 to Monday, July 14. The setup will use pumps, temporary piping, and a holding tank. Service will remain continuous, but you may notice increased noise and occasional odour in the area during this time.
EV Charger Installation
The Day Lot 3 EV charger installation project, in partnership with BC Hydro, has begun. Expect reduced parking in Day Lot 3 for the upcoming months during this construction.
Needed repairs at Blueberry Pump Station S115
Emergency work at Blueberry Pump Station is underway. The work includes concrete pad demolition, piling and other needed repairs. The team is expected to complete all work in June.
South Whistler Water Supply Upgrades Project – Phase II
Construction continues at the Cheakamus pump station, 1101 Cheakamus Lake Road. For more info.
FACILITIES AND RECREATION
Meadow Park Sports Centre
Celebrate National Health and Fitness Day on Saturday, June 7 with discounts on admissions and passes. Enjoy access to the fitness centre, pool, skating, court time, and fitness classes. View promotion details and activity schedules.
EVENTS
Spring GoByBike Week spinning from Saturday, May 31 to Friday, June 6
This year’s event includes a scavenger hunt, bike bingo, and free treats at celebration stations. More info is available on the AWARE Whistler website. Sign up now for a chance to win prizes.
Whistler Multicultural Festival
Join the Whistler Multicultural Society and Whistler Public Library for this amazing multicultural celebration on Friday, June 6, from 4 to 8 p.m.
Whistler Half Marathon
The race is this weekend on Saturday, June 7. Expect busier trails between the Whistler Olympic Plaza and Lost Lake Trails on Saturday morning from 7:30 a.m. to noon. Course maps can be viewed on the event website.
Join Whistler’s non-motorized Canada Day Parade
Show your spirit and step into the celebration to help bring our community’s beauty and stories to life. Register now.
GETTING AROUND
Summer transit in Whistler
Free summer transit begins on weekends from Saturday, June 21. The free Whistler Park Shuttles will also return on Saturday, June 21. Explore how to get to parks and download a Whistler transit schedule.
WATER MAIN FLUSHING
Unidirectional flushing in Emerald
Watch for signage at the entrance to the neighbourhood, as it will indicate when we are flushing in the area. At these times, you should limit or avoid using water. Water pressure may be affected and there may be colour in the water. After flushing for the day is complete, please run taps until water is clear. Learn more about water main flushing.
FUEL THINNING
Stonebridge
Fuel thinning in the Whistler Stonebridge treatment unit has commenced. Beaver Pass, Whip Me Snip Me, Rainbow Lake, and Lower Beaver Pass trails will be closed to ensure safety to the public. Click the link for more info and to view the map of affected trails.
PARKS AND TRAILS
Pinocchio’s Furniture Trail in Lost Lake Park is closed for reconstruction in June
Please respect the closure for your safety and the safety of trail crews.
Summer food trucks
The Park Eats program brings delicious food and beverage to Whistler’s parks during summer. Early season offerings at Lost Lake Park and Rainbow Park begin on Friday, May 16, with food trucks on Fridays to Mondays. Click the link to view the vendors and locations.
Pine Point Park improvements
Trail improvement work continues. Please note there is limited access to the new trail leading to the waterfront during this time. Click the link for more details about park improvements.
Rainbow Park Rejuvenation
Final improvements at Rainbow Park are complete.
Comfortably Numb bridge replacement
The Wedge Bridge (Al Grey Memorial) on Comfortably Numb Trail is being replaced with a new cable suspension bridge. The bridge is closed to the public from Sunday, June 1, to Friday, August 1. Access between Wedge and Lost Lake via Comfortably Numb is unavailable. Comfortably Numb North will remain accessible via Young Lust and Comfortably Numb South via a Grey Zone detour. Click the link for maps and more info.
NOTIFICATIONS
Property tax notice 2025
Tax notices and utility bills have arrived. Property taxes are due in Whistler on Wednesday, July 2. Click the link for details.
Low-level flying helicopters
Low-level flyovers are expected between May 14 and June 15, during daylight hours, as authorized by Transport Canada. This work is part of an annual inspection of high-pressure transmission natural gas lines.
Fire danger rating
Whistler’s fire danger rating on Monday, June 9, is HIGH. Click the link to view the daily fire danger rating. Whistler is listed as “Cheakamus”. No fires are allowed in Whistler when the fire danger rating is HIGH or EXTREME. To report a wildfire, immediately call 911 or 1 800 663-5555 toll-free or dial *5555 on a cell phone.
Whistler is in Water Conservation Stage 2
Click the link to view your summer neighbourhood watering schedule, including specific time and day restrictions.