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.
FACILITIES AND RECREATION
Municipal Hall and Whistler Public Library closed for Labour Day on Monday, September 7
Visit our library site and municipal site for hours, services and event information.
Meadow Park Sports Centre facility closed August 29 to September 7 for maintenance
During this time, Meadow Park Sports Centre will undergo important annual upgrades including the pool wall and window restoration, painting pool basins, mechanical equipment maintenance, refinishing changeroom floors, deep cleaning gym and studio spaces, repairing sauna walls and tiles, and performing general upkeep. View our facility schedules to find ways to play once we reopen.
Meadow Park Sports Centre pool area closed August 17 to September 27 for maintenance
The entire pool area, including the lap pool, leisure pool and hot spots are closed for the annual maintenance shutdown from Monday, August 17 to Sunday, September 27. We look forward to reopening our pool area fully on Monday, September 28.
Lost Lake trail closures: Beachcut Trail and portion of Pedestrian Nature Walking Trail
The toads are on the move! Park-goers are asked to follow all signage and staff direction, slow down and walk their bikes as the toads are on the main pathway.
Parks updates: refurbishing Meadow Park field, a fast ball diamond at Myrtle Philip School, repairs to Spruce Grove ball diamond
Now that Meadow Park has water, our Landscape Team are doing a lot of work to refurbish the old baseball diamonds by removing ball diamond material, preparing the ground and seeding the field. We will irrigate the Meadow Park field at 12 p.m. each day. The old ball diamond material will be moved to Myrtle Philip Community School, so the lower field can be converted from a soft ball diamond to a fast ball diamond.
Meanwhile at the Spruce Grove Park ball diamond, the Landscape Team repaired an irrigation break that happened at the weekend, and will be prepping and repairing the first base dugout.
In addition to these projects, the Landscape Team is busy with their usual maintenance: weeding, pruning, mowing, inspecting irrigation, cleaning washrooms and removing garbage.
River of Golden Dreams is closed from the new fish weir to CN railway portage due to low water
The River of Golden Dreams has low water. To protect the developing fish embryo in the fish habitat, we have closed the section from the new fish weir (close to Alta Lake) to the CN rail portage. You can canoe or SUP from the bottom of Lorimer Road, or take out at the new weir and follow the 600-metre portage trail to below the CN rail tracks.
Bridge replacements between Train Wreck trailhead and Cheakamus Suspension Bridge will cause weekday delays September 8 until late October
We are replacing six bridges on the Sea to Sky South Trail between the Train Wreck trailhead and Cheakamus Suspension Bridge. The trail will stay open during this construction, but there will be delays, detours during work hours from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday from Tuesday, September 8 until late October. Outside of these hours, the bridges and trail will be open and clear. This work will improve the trail’s safety and accessibility. The final phase of this work is related to the Cheakamus Lava Escarpment and Sea to Sky Trail geosites in collaboration with the Sea to Sky Fire & Ice GeoRegion Society.
Rainbow Lake trail closed
The Rainbow Lake hiking trail is closed until early October while the Gin and Tonic bridge and A-Frame bridge are replaced. The Rainbow Falls Loop and Flank Trail will stay open, but there’s no access above the Flank Trail.
NOTIFICATIONS
Water main flushing in Nesters, Montebello, Spruce Grove and White Gold
We are flushing water main pipes for the next few weeks. This improves water quality and maintains the water system.
During flushing, you may have temporary water discolouration. You may also notice lower water pressure and more water flowing in the street and ditches. If your water is discoloured, run the cold tap for 15 to 30 minutes until your water runs clear. Avoid doing laundry until the water is clear again. Contact us at 604-935-8190 or email engineers@whistler.ca if your water continues to be discoloured.
Campfire ban rescindment
The campfire ban will be lifted at noon on Thursday, September 3. A reminder that anyone wishing to have a campfire in Whistler must apply for a campfire permit.
To report a wildfire, please call 911 or 1-800-663-5555 or dial *5555 on your cell phone.
Whistler is in Water Conservation Stage 2
In-ground automatic irrigation systems can water three days a week between the hours of 10 p.m. and 4 a.m., with the days determined by your address.
Edible gardens can be watered by any irrigation method any day of the week between 7 and 10 a.m., as well as 8 to 11 p.m. Trees, shrubs and flower beds can be watered manually or by hand any day of the week between 7 and 10 a.m. as well as 8 to 11 p.m.
It’s essential to conserve water both for drinking and to fight structural fires. This year we have a very low snowpack that could lead to summer drought.
Apply for a Temporary Irrigation Permit if you have new landscaping that needs more frequent watering. Read more about water conservation restrictions.
Get a head start with FireSmart – book your free assessment today
Reducing the risk of wildfire starts at home. Assessments are now open for booking for homeowners and stratas, and stratas can also coordinate property work days with the FireSmart team. Visit our website to book an assessment, plan a work day and view the chipper schedule.
Yard waste disposal open at Nesters and Function depots
You can drop off yard waste for free at the Nesters and Function depots until November.
EVENTS
Official Community Plan (OCP) online information session September 8 from 6 to 7 p.m.
Join online to learn about the Official Community Plan and the proposed amendments. Details.
Official Community Plan (OCP) Pop Up September 10 at Whistler Athlete Centre from 5 to 7 p.m.
Drop in to learn about the Official Community Plan and the proposed amendments. Details.
GETTING AROUND
Whistler Transit schedule
The Whistler Transit buses is on the spring, summer and fall schedule. Transit pass prices were recently reduced to make transit more affordable for locals. For bus times, visit the BC Transit website.
WILDLIFE ALERTS
We are asking park users to be cautious with bear attractants
Food-conditioned black bears have recently been reported in Lost Lake and Rainbow parks, including incidents involving unattended backpacks. Help keep bears wild by securing food and scented items, disposing of waste properly, and using bear-proof bins. Learn more about staying bear smart.
WILDFIRE FUEL MANAGEMENT
Kadenwood: within Whistler Blackcomb tenure area
Wildfire fuel management will begin in early September and continue through to late October.
The fuel thinning in the Kadenwood treatment area will temporarily affect some trails in the Creek Zone of the Whistler Mountain Bike Park, as well as other trails around Kadenwood including Big Timber Park. Please refer to the map of the Kadenwood treatment area and trail impacts. Please respect all signs and staff around the work area for safety reasons, as there will be tree falling and heavy machinery operating.
Alta Lake Road north
We are managing vegetation to reduce wildfire risk along the north end of Alta Lake Road. Work continues in the unit 2 and 3 areas on the map.
This work involves temporary trail closures on: Barts Dart Trail, River Runs Through It Access Trail, A River Runs Through It, Get Over It, Bob’s Rebob and Billy Epic. Please respect all signs and staff for safety reasons because there will be machinery operating and tree falling. Trails will be restored following the work. Learn more.
Traffic impacts: traffic management will be in place through to September 11, with single-lane alternating traffic on Alta Lake Road (north of Rainbow Park) Monday to Friday from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m.
CONSTRUCTION
Blackcomb Way / Fitzsimmons Creek (Village) Bridge Deck Repairs August 24 to September 17
Expect one-way traffic during construction. Please follow all traffic controls.
Traffic delays between Pemberton and Whistler due to Miller Capilano Highway Services work
Miller Capilano Highway Services have informed us they will be working on the Soo River Bridge 22 kilometres north of Whistler from July 20 for approximately 40 days. Give yourself additional time for any journey between Pemberton and Whistler: there will be single-lane alternating traffic and temporary traffic signals for the entire project.
Construction on Millars Pond sewer lift station replacement underway
The Millars Pond sewer lift station replacement project is underway and will be completed in early October. The project is located at 2773 Cheakamus Way in the Bayshores neighborhood.
Residents may experience increased traffic and noise in the area. Please follow all posted signage.
Construction on the Spruce Grove Circle Water Valve and Fitting Replacement Program is scheduled for Mons Road from September 1 to 11
Construction on the Spruce Grove water valve and fitting replacement project is expected to take place on Mons Road from Tuesday, September 1 to Friday, September 11. Please watch for updates because the dates may change.
Spruce Grove residents will be given 72 hours’ notice before the water will be temporarily shut off. Expect equipment noise, construction vehicles and minor vehicle and pedestrian delays during the work. Please follow directions from signs and traffic controllers.
Water corrosion control system upgrades underway at Emerald UV Water Treatment Station
The water corrosion control system upgrades at the Emerald Estates Water Treatment Station, on 9523 Emerald Drive, are underway. They are scheduled to be complete in November 2026. Once the new water treatment system is installed, we will notify residents before we start using the new system to improve water quality.
Please use caution if you are using trails in this area because there may be minor detours. Please follow all signage.
Brio water services and valve replacement project
The Brio water services and valve replacement project contractor has set up a temporary above-ground water supply to support construction. This temporary water supply is expected to be used until October 8. During this time, residents throughout the upper Panorama Ridge area may have a reduced water supply and water pressure. The map shows the area that will be impacted.
Current schedule for reduced water supply and pressure:
- 3373-3431 and 3378-3390 Panorama Ridge, Alta Vista Works Yard at 3000 Highway 99 (see segment 1): June 29 to October 8
- 3341-3369 and 3350-3374 Panorama Ridge (see segment 2): August 12 to October 8
- 3317-3333 and 3314-3346 Panorama Ridge (see segment 3): September 18 to October 8
Your water may have air and be discoloured when your water service is restored. Please run a top-floor tap until the water runs clear.
Meadow Park rejuvenation work is underway
Fully funded by the Province of B.C. through the Resort Municipality Initiative, this project will replace the Meadow Park playground, splash park and realign the Valley Trail. This project will also transition the ball fields into open greenspace with a fenced off-leash dog area. There will be varying closures within the parks and adjacent parking areas over the spring and summer while our crews complete this exciting project. Meadow Park playground and spray park close for construction until November 30. Discover our other great locations to play.
RCMP renovation underway
Please expect reduced parking at Municipal Hall, and increased construction activity, noise and traffic throughout this period. Construction is scheduled until October.