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SOFI REPORT

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JOFFRE LAKES PLAN releases park plan

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44 Pique’s annual Canada Day Quiz It’s that time of the year again to grab a bevvy and test your knowledge of all things Canadiana and Whistler. Give it your best shot. - By Pique staff

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SOFI REPORT

The Resort Municipality of Whistler’s

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CROSS-COUNTRY CHALLENGE

payroll costs rose slightly last year, while payments to suppliers held steady,

Local Peter Cudmore tops age division at Whistler Canada Cup XCO, while

according to the annual Statements of Financial Information report.

Peter Disera and Catharine Pendrel earn elite-level wins.

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is back with plenty of family fun. Organizers of the Whistler Children’s

regular council meeting.

Festival talk about what’s in store for this year.

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ICE WORMS

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TENOR TIME

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his team believe they’ve figured out how ice worms move from glacier to

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08 OPENING REMARKS We have some movement on banning single-use plastics. Now let’s seriously look at bottled water. Please tell our guests this summer there is no reason to buy bottled water in Whistler.

10 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Letter writers weigh in on the off-leash dog park at Rainbow, educational opportunities in Whistler and the resort’s Green New Deal chapter..

13 PIQUE’N YER INTEREST Writer Dan Falloon welcomes the coming ban on single-use plastics, but points out that not everyone can easily adapt to the alternatives.

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MAXED OUT Max gives us a primer for the federal election in October. Casting his gaze over all

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and imagines a future where they move to electric power.

getting out on your bike, trying a new activity and appreciating the alpine.

64 TRAVEL Writer Steve MacNaull takes on an e-bike-assisted tour around Rheingau wine country in Germany—including a stop at Schloss Johannisberg, the oldest all-Riesling-all-the-time winery in the world.

Lifestyle & Arts

74 VELOCITY PROJECT Columnist Lisa Richardson honours National Indigenous Peoples Day by sharing the story of the Ucwalmícwts language and Elders in her son’s Pemberton school.

76 EPICURIOUS Hop growers in B.C. face numerous challenges compared to their American counterparts. Brewers and farmers weigh in on B.C.’s looming ‘hop-pocalypse.’

80 NOTES FROM THE BACK ROW This week’s film column is pretty buggy. Feet Banks weighs in on new movies about The Beatles and Spider-Man.

82 MUSEUM MUSINGS Alex and Myrtle Philip had a long and interesting journey on their way to founding a community in Whistler. This week, we find out more about them.

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Plastic water bottles should be next ban IT’S GREAT TO SEE all the activity at the government level on tackling plastic waste.

Locally, the Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) believes that plans at the federal level to ban single-use plastics will push forward Whistler’s hopes to do the same.

That could mean we see plastic bags banned from the resort by summer’s end.

BY CLARE OGILVIE edit@piquenewsmagazine.com

(There has been lots written about the pros and cons of banning plastic bags and moving to paper or reusable bags. But one thing you cannot escape is the fact that those plastic bags remain in our environment for decades.

The federal government estimates that up to 15 billion plastic bags a year are given out.)

cutlery, plates and stir sticks, as soon as 2021.

According to research published in Science (Feb.13, 2015), about 8 million tonnes of plastic waste that starts on land ends up in the ocean every year. This is terrible enough, but a study by the Canadian federal government also found that only about nine per cent of the 3.2 million tonnes of plastic generated each year here is actually recycled. Here in Whistler, the RMOW’s tracking of diversion (2016) shows that we manage to redirect about 50 per cent of materials from the landfill to recycling (this includes diversion to the Re-Build-It and Re-Use-It centres).

Nevertheless, the situation with plastic juice and water bottles confounds us. Two decades ago, this wasn’t even a thing and now these bottles are ubiquitous!

In April, environmental organization Ocean Legacy Foundation reported that 1 million recyclable bottles and cans “go

Scientists and activists have been speaking about this issue and the proliferation of bottled water for years now, but it feels like the reality is finally gaining traction.

The RMOW banned the sale of bottled water at all the facilities it manages in 2012.

But what we need now is a resort-wide ban of bottled water. And this week, it announced that it will put in bottle-filling stations at local parks and other community locations.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced earlier this month that the federal government will ban “harmful, singleuse plastics,” such as grocery bags, straws,

missing” every day in B.C. The organization analyzed data from the Brewers Recycled Container Collection Council and Encorp Pacific, the corporation in charge of container management, to compare bottles and cans sold with the number that are returned.

The foundation reported that about 387 million beverage containers, including items like plastic drink bottles and beer cans, didn’t make it back into the province’s

regulated deposit refund system in 2017.

It also found that an addition 2.3 million beverage container caps go missing every day and it recommended that producers be required to also collect and report on bottlecap recycling.

The B.C. Ministry of Environment is reviewing the report. In a release, it said more than 1 billion containers are recycled under the Encorp program alone each year.

(Encorp is part of B.C.’s extended producer responsibility program, which involves making large food retailers and consumer packaged-goods companies entirely responsible for the cost of recycling.)

If the sheer volume of water-bottle use is not enough to convince you to stop using them, consider research out of the University of Victoria, which found that if a person predominately takes in water through plastic water bottles rather than the tap, they would be consuming an additional 90,000 microplastic particles annually. A person who only drinks from the tap would only consume an additional 4,000 annually.

Through the research, the scientists found no microplastics in meat and vegetables. However, the food and drinks with the greatest amount of plastic were fish, shellfish, sugar additives, salts, beer, and bottled water.

Scientists and activists have been speaking about this issue and the proliferation of bottled water for years now, but it feels like the reality is finally gaining traction.

Consumers have power in this equation.

Do not buy plastic bottled drinks, ever.

If you see visitors buying bottled water, tell them they can enjoy our fresh, cold water right out of the tap in Whistler.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Keeping the Rainbow Lake dog park There are many things I would like to say about dogs.

I would like to mention that I grew up with a dog named Bula, and from when I was four until I was 18, she was my best friend, but I won’t mention that.

Years later, in the summer of 1991, I made friends with a ski patroller who was looking for a puppy to train as an avalanche rescue dog.

My friend found a true puppy who went through training and spent most of her life working with her best ski-patroller friend, but I won’t mention that.

After my friend said goodbye to his avalanche rescue dog, he went on the search again and found another true puppy who went through her life working with her best ski-patroller friend, but I won’t mention that.

When I was turning 30 years old, my partner’s family brought a funny-as-heck puppy into our lives—my first dog since I was 18. Five years later when I had a tumour removed from my brain, he laid his big head full of love on my lap and did not move at all until we got home, but I won’t mention that.

The dog park in Rainbow Park is the biggest, most accessible dog park in Whistler. I am mentioning this because its location at the end of the park where people could bring their dogs (needs to be protected as) people who do not want

residents for the seventh annual Great Lake Cleanup. More than 400 pounds of golf balls, sunglasses, bottles, cans, tennis balls, phones, machinery and cable were removed from Alta Lake and Lost Lake. Some of this material had been sitting at the bottom of the lakes for decades, reflecting Whistler’s past; some of it was deposited recently, suggesting some of us still don’t appreciate how precious our lakes are.

For those still unclear on the concept dive leader Henry Wang explains it here: https://www. youtube.com/watch?v=3Cgg_da9BA0 Thanks to all the volunteers who pitched in to clean up the lakes last weekend, and to the organizations that contributed to the effort: Backroads Whistler, Creekside Market, Nesters Market, Fairmont Chateau Whistler, Gnarlyroots, Hostel International Whistler, Whistler Fire Rescue and the Resort Municipality of Whistler.

Roger McCarthy // Whistler

Post-secondary learning in Whistler to be around dogs can enjoy the rest of the park.

Parking and transportation are a big part of planning in Whistler for people and dogs who live here, (as well as) visitors. This I am mentioning because sensibility tells me Rainbow dog park should remain where it is, from the fun I remember and the fun I hope dogs and their families can have in the future.

Leslie Weir // Whistler

Lake protection essential The alpine lakes in our valley are one of

Whistler’s greatest assets—one that distinguishes us from nearly every other mountain resort in North America. But we need to look after these unique assets.

In Canada, regulating what happens on lakes is largely a federal and/or provincial responsibility. There are more than 31,000 major lakes (with a surface area of more than three square kilometres) in Canada, which effectively means there is only periodic monitoring of each lake’s health. It is up to us to look after our lakes.

Last weekend, volunteers with Divers for Cleaner Lakes + Oceans teamed up with Whistler

The Pique article on Whistler’s Community Life Survey (June 20, “Satisfaction with Whistler stays high, while faith in leaders slides”) reported that Whistlerites are “least satisfied with existing opportunities for formal learning through schools, colleges and other accredited courses in Whistler and the Sea to Sky (34 per cent).”

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Over the past year, the Whistler Learning Centre met with community organizations, employees and employers in Whistler to assess the education environment and which course areas will match people’s needs.

The first offering of BCIT’s courses will start in September and they do not have prerequisite courses, making them accessible to many community members. They provide face-to-face delivery of accredited education in the centre of Whistler, and will feature the use of case studies geared towards the Whistler business environment.

Financial support is available thanks to a kind donation from the Community Foundation of Whistler—10 bursaries will be administered by the Whistler Community Services Society.

For more information on courses and how to register, see: whistlerlearningcentre.com/bcit2019fall-courses.

Should this pilot prove successful, the Whistler Learning Centre will broaden course offerings for the spring semester. We encourage early registration to ensure minimum numbers are met.

The Whistler Learning Centre operates as a virtual centre connecting learners and educators.

Our focus is bringing post-secondary institutions to Whistler in order to facilitate life-long learning opportunities in the mountain resort community of Whistler. The Whistler Learning Centre is a registered Canadian charity.

Leslie Alexander // WLC Director Suki Cheyne // WLC Executive Director

Green action The Green New Deal for Whistler team would like to thank everyone who came out to our first Green New Deal (GND) town hall meeting held last Thursday, June 20, at Maury Young Arts Centre.

For those who are unfamiliar, “The Green New Deal is an ambitious plan for how we can eliminate poverty and create millions of jobs while tackling the biggest threat of our time: climate change.

It involves massive public investment in clean energy, transit and climate adaptation work.”

The evening was a great success with a larger turnout than expected and some lively discussions about substantive issues. The Whistler event was one of more than 150 town halls across the country organized by The Pact for a Green New Deal (GreenNewdealCanada.ca), an umbrella organization comprised of more than 80 civil society, environmental and First Nations groups including Greenpeace Canada, 350.org, The Leap, LeadNow, SumofUS, Union of BC Indian Chiefs, Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives and more.

In just a few short months, the GND movement has shifted the political landscape: in Canada both the federal Greens and the NDP have adopted some form of the plan and in the U.S. the leading 2020 Democratic candidates, including Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren and Joe Biden, have backed the plan.

The GND is arguably the most exciting development for progressive movements in decades of activism. If you would like to join our group, or find out more, please go to our Facebook group Green New Deal Canada Whistler.

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Hydro is not ‘clean’ power Kudos to Pique and writer Glenda Bartosh for their extensive June 9 feature “Here Comes the Sun.” Exciting, indeed, to learn how much leading-edge research is underway at the University of British Columbia.

The excellence of the feature was somewhat marred, however, by its continuance of the myth that hydro-electricity is “cheap and clean.” As BC Hydro’s deferred liabilities accounting practices and the continued methane pollution at WAC Bennett dam show, it is neither.

On Dec. 11, 2017, while reneging on his pre-election rhetoric, NDP Premier John Horgan announced his government had made a “difficult decision” to continue the controversial Site C Dam project.

Horgan’s decision was also made in the face of considerable science-based data that show a rapid decline in the costs of solar energy.

What may have encouraged those who continue their lengthy fight to protect British Columbia’s irreplaceable Peace River Valley, was a presentation made nearly 13,000 kilometres away in Australia.

The speaker was Dr. Tony Capon, the world’s first Professor of Planetary Health, who was featured on Jan. 6, 2018 in the prestigious, peer-reviewed journal, The Lancet. An expert in public health and the effects of urbanization, indigenous issues, energy consumption and public policy, Capon could not be in a better position to understand that continuing the $10.7 billion Site C project is wrong at so many levels, including the local.

In his interview with The Lancet, Capon said, “Planetary Health is about safeguarding the health and wellbeing of current and future generations through good stewardship of Earth’s natural systems and by rethinking the way we feed, move, house, power and care for the world.”

The NDP-Greens know the Campbell-Clark governments negotiated quiet deals with a consortium, one member of which has withdrawn for lack of financing, and that no-bid contracts were awarded to another corporation that was barely halfway into an unprecedented 10-year debarring penalty imposed by the World Bank.

These facts give British Columbians no assurance that their financial, agricultural and environmental assets are being protected.

Canadians are rightly urged to “eat local”, pay carbon taxes and mend their auto-dependent ways—all in the name of protecting the environment.

For those who are doing their bit, though, the Horgan-Weaver decision to continue the Site C Dam is just one more multi-billion-dollar boondoggle that fits well under the heading of what Dr. Capon calls “maladaptive public policy.”

If we truly want “cheap and clean,” this exciting discovery at UBC is but the latest of many pieces of evidence that show how much $10.7 billion-plus could buy us in the way of solar, wind and geothermal energy that can be built where, as and when required. Do we need a revolution?

Elizabeth James // North Vancouver

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Community thanks from Zero Ceiling Here at Zero Ceiling, we see the best of this community on a daily basis. Whether it’s families donating their Nesters points to our programs, busy locals taking time out to volunteer, or businesses giving generously to make our work possible, we’re always in awe of the generosity of the Whistler community.

And this was truer than ever at our Whitewater Rodeo. On Tuesday, June 18, the community came together to raise $30,000 to fund our fight to end youth homelessness.

More than 230 Whistler locals rafted down the Green River with Wedge Rafting guides in their bid to win the 2019 Whitewater Rodeo. At the end of the day, when points were tallied from the race and raft games, two teams tied: Ducks in Tux and returning champions Blood, Sweet and Beers.

The winners were decided by a dance-off at the after party, with Blood, Sweet and Beers taking home the winning paddle!

Thank you to the dedicated and extremely generous local businesses that make it all happen.

Firstly, Joey Houssian, Wedge Rafting and The Adventure Group, who have donated all proceeds from this decades-old event to Zero Ceiling since 2017. There’s Gibbons Whistler, which uses their party-planning prowess for a good cause and keep the drinks flowing all night long.

Good Fortune Collective once again pulled out all the stops to create beautiful branding and limited-edition Whitewater Rodeo paddles for our supporters, and Coast Mountain Photography captured the amazing atmosphere and gave the photos away to participants for free! Then there were our rock-star volunteers, who threw themselves at the challenge and pulled off one of the most unique and memorable fundraisers out there.

This year, we were excited to bring new partners on board too. We couldn’t have asked for a better venue than The Hangar in Function Junction, which was kindly donated by Whistler Sports Academies, and Red Bull Canada brought the party this year with music from DJ Nick Bike, and the show-stopping Sugga DJ truck.

Forged Axe Throwing threw a kickass VIP reception for supporters who gave more than $1,500 to the Whitewater Rodeo, and offered free axe throwing all night long. Evo donated $20 to Zero Ceiling for every bullseye thrown, raising $1,000 before the night was up!

Finally, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Treeline Aerial, Whistler Brewing Company, Whistler Cooks, Blackcomb Helicopters, Scandinave Spa, and Your Independent Grocer all donated to put the finishing touches to the event!

Thank you for helping young people experiencing homelessness transform their lives and become part of this wonderful mountain community. It really does take a village, and we couldn’t do it without each and every one of you!

Chris Wrightson // Co-executive director, Zero Ceiling Society of Canada

Whistler hosts gymnastics comp During the June 21 to 23 weekend, Whistler Gymnastics hosted its fifth annual Whistler Summer Classic indoor/outdoor gymnastics meet.

The event hosted 386 athletes, their families, coaches and judges from around B.C. and Alberta.

Children aged six to 16 years old participated in the three-day unique event.

The annual Whistler Summer Classic is the largest fundraiser for the club and the event

wouldn’t be possible without the community support and countless volunteer hours.

We would like to recognize so many generous local businesses for the support. This event would not be possible with the best volunteer parents in town. Endless hours leading up to the event and during the event made this year’s Summer Classic flawless.

Oros Whistler Gymnastics Club is a not-forprofit, community club that provides classes, camps and drop-in programs for kids and adults in both gymnastics and trampoline from recreational to competitive.

Through various fundraising initiatives, we can keep fees accessible for all, provide ongoing professional development for our staff, purchase equipment and provide travel assistance to various championships.

Finally, on behalf of Oros Whistler Gymnastics and all athletes who participated in such a unique event, a very special thank you to all of the club members who came and volunteered. Your time and commitment is invaluable for this big fundraising event!

Tami Mitchell // Oros Club director

Ice-time fun On June 2, we held the first Mother Son Skating Party benefitting the Whistler Children’s Centre.

This event would not have been possible without the help of the community. I would like to thank our food sponsors (Nesters Market, Creekside Market, IGA Marketplace, and Tim Hortons Marketplace and Creekside), our prize sponsors (Ziptrek Ecotours, Green Lake Station, The Great Glass Elevator, and Whistler Blackcomb Mini Golf Course), and our raffle prize pack sponsors (Suco’s Beauty Salon and Hailey Elise Photography).

I would also like to thank the ladies that made this event happen by volunteering their time: Irene Rankin, Nadija Watson Veach, Rebecca Callender, Robyn Spencer, Marie Kuzilov, Ashlie Girvan, and Clare Mozes.

Lastly, I need to give a huge round of applause to the staff at Meadow Park for helping us set up and run the event day of.

Dana Elliott // Mother Son Skating Party event coordinator

Fun Day at Myrtle Philip school I would like to say a big thank you to the sponsors who donated or gave us discounts for Fun Day. It was a huge success with lots of laughs and what a beautiful day we had.

I would also like to say thank you to all the parents who spent the morning with us to run the stations. We couldn’t do these events without all of you.

Thank you to: Nesters Market for donating all the hotdogs and fixings; Whistler Grocery Store for delicious cookies; Your Independent Grocer for dry goods donation for our house of carbs station; Rona for pails and sponges for our water station; Sabre for your discount on the barbecue rental; and Cutting Edge Signs for our numbered signs.

We are always so grateful for your support and generosity.

This is an annual event that the kids look forward to as it not only ends the school year, but kicks off summer.

Thanks for another great year, Myrtle Philip teachers and staff.

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Drawing the short straw ONE THING that seems to get lost in the furor over single-use plastics is that, with few exceptions, plastic is the perfect material for whichever purpose it’s used for.

That is in no way attempting to minimize the disastrous consequences of plastics post-use, or our duty to significantly reduce and hopefully, eliminate, our use of these materials.

BY DAN FALLOON sports@piquenewsmagazine.com

But not everyone can adapt to alternatives so easily.

One Twitter user recently shared her story about how she was shamed for requesting a straw while in a restaurant.

She described how she has Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes, which are genetic connective tissue disorders with symptoms such as loose joints and joint pain. Her health challenges make it difficult to lift a cup and require her to use a straw, she explained, but, boy, did the internet mob come for her, wondering why she couldn’t bring her own alternative.

There are a host of issues with replacements like metal, paper, silicone, glass, acrylic, pasta or rice, bamboo, or

biodegradable options. Most present an allergy risk or cannot be positioned so the user can drink comfortably, while some can be difficult to sanitize or otherwise present an injury risk or choking hazard.

Many are not suitable for use with hot beverages.

Despite these concerns, the server did not give her a straw as she did not show

people, it makes a big difference.

Certainly, let’s go ahead with general bans, but make exceptions for those who truly need them. Given the scrutiny already present over straw use, it’s hard to believe that those who require them would use them willy nilly or not dispose of them properly. Likewise, while some might abuse the loophole

... just like we all missed the problems associated with the fact that these plastics aren’t biodegradable when we used them at every turn, we can’t ignore that to a group of vulnerable people, it makes a big difference. outward signs of her health challenges.

Don’t get me wrong, the greater push to reduce plastic consumption is admirable. But, just like we all missed the problems associated with the fact that these plastics aren’t biodegradable when we used them at every turn, we can’t ignore that to a group of vulnerable

out of preference, who would subject themselves to the side-eyes and the whispers for some plastic?

At a time when we’re at least taking baby steps towards being somewhat cognizant of racist and sexist policies, it’s time to keep ableism in mind as well.

Being in a sport-oriented mountain

resort, making accommodations for differently abled folks might not be top of mind, but these people still are visiting us and, just like us, wanting to take in the beauty of our lakes and mountains.

According to a November 2016 post on the Rick Hansen Foundation website by Rebecca Saloustros, when differently abled people are excluded or face challenges, it’s not an active discrimination. However, that doesn’t make it any less troubling.

“Most times, ableism occurs not because individuals or society as a whole is being deliberately discriminatory, but because there is a lack of awareness about people with disabilities and disability in general.

“In your community, in your workplace, in your apartment building, or anywhere you are, take a look around.

Are there physical barriers that are making it difficult for people with disabilities to do what they need to do? If so, ask for changes to be made. It may mean having a talk with your employer or landlord, or, it could mean contacting federal, provincial, and/or municipal government representatives. By taking action, you can make a difference.”

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The number of beverage containers, including items like plastic drink bottles and beer cans, that didn’t make it back into the province’s regulated deposit refund system in 2017.

Last week, Pique’s story about MLA Jordan Sturdy considering a competition bureau submission in response to high gas prices in the corridor earned a lot of attention online.

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However, some remain bothered by what they deem to be unfairly high prices at the pump.

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Some days Squamish is cheaper than the city, every now and then, (like) this past couple of weeks, it has been the reverse. Last week Pemberton was $1.35. Way cheaper than anywhere.

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THROWBACK THURSDAY

In this 2010 issue of Pique, columnist and scientist Leslie Anthony investigated the trade in black market fossils in his cover feature article, “Hot rocks: Black markets and blue scientists: inside the underground trade in fossils.”

Wrote Anthony: “A single T. rex tooth might fetch $20,000 U.S. on the open market.

“The situation raised serious questions about control of fossil deposits located on public land: should access be restricted only to scientists so that any information gleaned is read into the public trust? Or should local interests also be able to benefit based on the argument that the fossils are a community resource? And what happens when fossils are found on private land?” n My ‘phalt?

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Annual SOFI list reveals top RMOW earners and suppliers 113 STAFFERS TOPPED $75K IN 2017; $70M SPENT ON SUPPLIERS

BY BRADEN DUPUIS THE RESORT Municipality of Whistler’s (RMOW) payroll costs rose slightly last year, while payments to suppliers held steady, according to the annual Statements of Financial Information (SOFI) report.

Payroll costs totaled $32,712,568 in 2018, up from $30.7 million the year before, while the RMOW spent $69,940,003 on suppliers (down slightly from the $70.7 million spent in 2017).

“There’s some variations in (the payroll costs) you see from year to year, for different staff members, and that might be related to unused vacation, sick time, it could also have to do with a staff (member) moving to a higher payroll band throughout the year, or if it went down it could be someone was away for awhile,” said RMOW chief administrative officer Mike Furey, adding that contracts for both Whistler’s firefighters (2.5 per cent increases annually from 2012 to 2019) and RMOW staff (1.5-per-cent increases in 2016 and 2017 and 2-per-cent increases in 2018 and 2019) are in their final year.

“As those collective agreements expire, we’ll be at some collective bargaining moving from 2020 onward,” Furey said.

The RMOW is informed in its bargaining, to some degree, by what’s happening in the Lower Mainland, he added.

BIG BUILD The Resort Municipality of Whistler

spent $3.5 million on a Whistler Housing Authority build at 1020 Legacy Way in 2018—part of $70 million total in payments to suppliers last year.

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“They have 26 municipalities down there—and the City of Vancouver has 10,000 staff, so we’re not totally influenced by them, but we certainly look to see what happens,” he said.

“I’m confident when we get into those collective bargaining negotiations we’ll reach an understanding that works for all parties, including the community.”

THE TOP EARNERS—$75K AND UP As in past years, the 2018 SOFI report (which can be found in the June 25 council

senior management: general manager of resort experience Jan Jansen ($180,795, up slightly from $180,031 in 2017); director of planning Mike Kirkegaard ($162,810, up from $149,890 in 2017); and general manager of infrastructure James Hallisey ($161,583, up from $159,299 in 2016).

Whistler’s firefighters once again made up a big portion of the resort’s top earners, with 21 names making the 2018 SOFI list (down from 23 in 2017).

Of those 21 names, only four came in below the $100K mark.

Whistler’s firefighters are on a pay scale based on length of service, and also benefit

“...we’ll be at some collective bargaining moving from 2020 onward.”

- MIKE FUREY

package starting on page 132) includes an alphabetical list of RMOW staffers earning more than $75,000 a year.

The 2018 edition shows 113 employees above the $75K threshold, up from 105 in 2017.

The wages also include things like employee contributions to the Canada Pension Plan, Employment Insurance and health benefits.

Furey was once again the top earner in 2018, taking home $246,043 (down from $250,292 in 2017), followed by others in

from overtime pay (firefighters called in on short notice earn time and a half).

THE SUPPLIERS Payments to suppliers fell slightly over 2017, from $70.7 million to $69,940,003.

The biggest payments were to BC Transit ($6.6 million), Tourism Whistler ($3.6 million), the receiver general ($3.4 million for policing costs) and GFL Environmental ($3.2 million).

Other big spends last year included

two Whistler Housing Authority builds ($3.5 million to Durfeld Log Construction for the project at 1020 Legacy Way in Cheakamus and $1.9 million to Kindred Construction for 8350 Bear Paw Trail in Rainbow), $2 million to Alpine Paving, $1.1 million to B. Cusano Contracting for construction of the Gateway Loop shelter, $1 million to Pacific Sign Group for custom wayfinding signs and $1 million to Carver Construction for the Emerald pump restoration project.

There was also $5.4 million spent on suppliers under $25,000 (which are not listed individually in the SOFI report).

“Some of the more important financial work we’re doing is we’re continuing to work on our financial reserve policy, which is very critical in making sure we have adequate finances on into the future,” Furey said.

The balance of all RMOW reserves was $86 million in 2018, with the general capital fund holding the most at $18.6 million.

On the other end of the scale, the employee housing reserves had just $215,433 in the bank—but with the provincial government now collecting Municipal and Regional District Tax on properties listed with online accommodation sites like Airbnb (and those funds being remitted to the municipality quarterly, potentially to be used for employee housing), the reserves are set to grow.

With Tourism Whistler agreeing to contribute its portion of that revenue to employee housing for one year, the RMOW is forecasting it will have $1.3 million to put towards housing in 2019, Furey said. n

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Whistler seeing influx of Moroccan immigrants CLOSE TO 50 MOROCCAN CHEFS HAVE LANDED IN THE RESORT SINCE SEPT. 2018

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HAS ALWAYS been home to immigrants from around the world, but thanks to a federal program aimed at Francophones, combined with the recruitment efforts of a former Whistler Blackcomb (WB) vice president, the resort has recently seen an influx of immigrants from an unlikely destination: Morocco.

Since September 2018, close to 50 Moroccan chefs have landed in Whistler due to the efforts of local company Culinary Recruitment International (CRI), which is headed by WB’s former vice president of employee experience, Joel Chevalier.

While Chevalier works with employers across B.C. and Alberta, Whistler has recruited roughly 46 per cent of his company’s clients.

Unlike much of Whistler’s seasonal workforce, the immigrants are not here for just a season or two on a holiday-working visa, but rather to build a long-term career.

“Life in Morocco is very different, so their interest in the program isn’t about a specific town or city in Canada; their interest in the program is about a place where they can start a new life, build their career and establish themselves, and for some of them, bring their families,” Chevalier explained.

The immigrants have arrived here through Ottawa’s International Mobility Program, which promotes Francophone immigration to French minority communities. Successful applicants qualify for two separate two-year work permits.

CRI has primarily targeted Moroccans because of their culinary skillset, which is in “high demand and short supply in North America,” as well as due to Chevalier’s familiarity with resort businesses, he said.

“I’ve lived in the community for so long, and we’re only working with employers we know. So the access to employers that are open to it is just easier for me to deal with in Whistler,” he said. “The Whistler hospitality industry seems to be a little bit more aware and a little bit more open to trying something different than many of the other communities across the country.

I would say those things combined have made it work.”

More than a dozen Whistler companies have participated in the program so far, Chevalier said, adding that the businesses are already making changes to better accommodate the recent arrivals. At the Fairmont, for example, male and female prayer rooms have been installed for its Muslim staff, and the hotel also

made arrangements during Ramadan for employees’ fasting during daylight hours. Executive sous chef Derek Bendig will return to Morocco next month on a recruiting trip “as we’ve seen great success with our colleagues from that region,” said PR director Lynn Henderson in an email.

That’s not to say there haven’t been some adjustment challenges, however.

Carole Stretch, program manager with the Whistler Multicultural Network, hosted a Vital Café talk at the Whistler Museum last week that asked if the community is really as inclusive as some think.

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Part of the barrier, Stretch theorized, is that, because Whistler’s population is largely made up of transplants that have made certain sacrifices to live here, some can minimize the struggles others face in settling here.

“I’ve had comments made to me about, ‘Well, these people will come in, they’ll learn, they’ll adapt and be good Canadian citizens.’ I think that that’s true, but I also think we can do so much more to make the journey easier,” she said.

It starts with striving to better understand and accommodate newcomers to Whistler, which Stretch believes is an effort that needs to happen at the community level.

“The overwhelming thing is that we, as a community, are making business decisions.

We want the community to succeed so these things are happening, so it’s something the community needs to get involved with and take on,” she said. “It’s not just a business decision; it’s a community conversation.” n

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Child care planning project to move ahead COUNCIL BRIEFS: TICKETS FOR ILLEGAL NIGHTLY RENTALS ON THE RISE; SEWAGE MAIN REPAIR DELAY STINKS, SAYS WHISTLER CAY RESIDENT

BY BRADEN DUPUIS THE RESORT Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) is moving ahead with a child care planning project thanks to a $24,840 grant from the Union of BC Municipalities.

At its June 25 meeting, council received a report on the project, which will be carried out by the Whistler Centre for Sustainability (WCS).

The project’s goal will be to gather info on the child care needs of the community, create an inventory of existing child care space, identify “space creation targets” for the next 10 years, and identify actions that can be taken to meet those targets.

The information gathered will be shared with the BC Ministry of Children and Family Development for use in future provincial planning decisions.

The research will include a parent survey (likely in August and September), said Shannon Gordon, planning and engagement specialist with the WCS. “What have they been looking to access; what have they been able to access?” she said in a presentation to council.

PLANNING PROJECT Whistler’s mayor and council watch a presentation at the June 25 council meeting.

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“Are they able to access the type of care they ideally want, and is it of the quality that they are hoping for? Or are they having to sort of go to plan B and C through the process?”

Once all the key information is gathered,

workshops with key stakeholders— including daycares, after-school and preschool programs and summer camps— will take place in the fall.

It’s great that the project will bring child care back to the forefront of the

conversation and highlight the needs of the community, but it won’t get to the root of the problem, said Kari Gaudet, executive director at the Whistler Children’s Centre Society.

“It’s all staffing. 100 per cent,” she said, adding that she’s currently operating with four or five fewer qualified staff than what she needs.

“And as a result of that we have staff that are working overtime to Band-Aid and meet the needs, and we’ve had to cap the enrolment on some of the days in some of our programs, because we do not have enough teaching staff,” she said.

“So create as many spaces as you want, if you can’t operate them because you don’t have the qualified staff, then you’re not getting any further ahead.”

It’s not an easy fix, Gaudet said— staffing is a problem for almost everyone in Whistler, largely due to the lack of housing.

“There’s just as much need for early childhood educators down in the Lower Mainland and on Vancouver Island, so they just slip into these positions,” she said.

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A more proactive approach to illegal nightly rental enforcement is paying dividends for the RMOW. The municipality has already issued 41 tickets ($500 each) so far this year, compared to 30 in total in 2018, and currently has 31 active investigations, said Lindsay DeBou, manager of protective services, in a presentation to council on June 25.

“We had two notices disputed in 2018, and both of those were upheld, and we’ve had nine disputed this year, eight were upheld,” she said.

“Many owners have elected to comply upon receiving education without enforcement … the challenge is that some owners are still continuing to list their nightly rentals even though we keep writing them tickets.”

In those cases, the RMOW’s next step is the injunction process, through which it can apply for a court order to force the homeowner to comply.

“It’s a tool that we can use either if we’ve given tickets and the person hasn’t complied, or if we feel that this person is in contravention of our bylaw,” DeBou said.

“If they do not comply with that court order, the person may face jail time, or further fines, or both.”

The municipality’s proactive approach includes keeping an eye out for out-oftown plates during bylaw patrols and actively searching vacation rental sites, DeBou said.

“It’s really important that not only staff are engaged on this topic, but the public is too,” she said.

“So we do welcome information about suspected illegal short-term rentals from the residents, and we ask that if they are going to lodge a complaint to provide as much info as possible—the billing address, the unit number, listings—anything that they have to help us.”

A sewage main break that occurred on Friday at Cedar Grove Lane and Crabapple Drive in Whistler Cay couldn’t be repaired until Monday due to a timing issue, leaving nearby homeowners holding their noses.

The contractors needed for the repair weren’t available over the weekend, said chief administrative officer Mike Furey.

“By the time they got in touch with the people in Vancouver on late Friday evening, they weren’t available until Monday, so we just had to wait for them,” he said.

Cheryl Parker, a resident in the area, was disgusted that the break wasn’t addressed sooner.

“I definitely wouldn’t be calling it grey water. It’s a lot browner than that. And I’m pretty sure if it was next to the mayor’s house it would have been fixed on Friday night,” she said.

“When it smells like shit, and it looks like shit, and it’s running down the ditch— yeah, that’s disgusting.

“Eventually all that water runs into the creek. It all runs into the River of Golden Dreams.”

Furey couldn’t say how much sewage leaked, or where it ended up.

“I haven’t had a report back from staff yet on that, but staff were on it within 15 minutes and doing everything within their power to sort of limit the exposure that came from it,” he said.

“So it’s just one of those things that we couldn’t get the equipment together we needed right away.”

In a follow-up email, a municipal spokesperson said barricades were put into place and flow was diverted into the ditch.

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Federal Greens name candidate ahead of fall vote FORMER NORTH VAN COUNCILLOR, PROVINCIAL GREEN CANDIDATE DANA TAYLOR GETS THE NOD

BY BRADEN DUPUIS THOUGH DANA TAYLOR ultimately fell short in the 2017 provincial election— coming in second for the B.C. Green Party behind Sea to Sky MLA Jordan Sturdy—he did gain some valuable takeaways.

“It was a heck of an experience, and I’m sure all people who engage in this experience something similar, but you get to know the place you live,” Taylor said.

“You think you knew it before, but boy, until you’ve been out there knocking on doors and talking to people on a regular basis … there are elements of it that just were never sort of considered before, so that part was enjoyable.”

After securing the nomination for the federal Green Party of Canada in the West Vancouver-Sunshine Coast-Sea to Sky Country riding on June 18, Taylor sees his past campaigning experience as an asset.

“It’s going to be very helpful,” he said.

“I feel like I’m much closer to the issues that are persistent. They don’t necessarily all fall within the federal realm, but there’s only one taxpayer, and that has to be accommodated to the extent that it can be, as well as tackling the larger national issues

IN THE RUNNING Dana Taylor is the Green Party of Canada’s candidate in the Sea to Sky. Election day is Oct. 21.

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that occur to everyone.

“So that will be the task ahead.”

Though the Green Party of Canada has yet to fully reveal its platform, Taylor said the main issues in the riding revolve around jobs, housing, transportation, fisheries, protecting waterways, wildfire and the recovery and sustainability of Howe Sound.

On the climate front, Taylor sees potential in the party’s “Mission Possible” climate action plan, which lays out 20 action items to address the climate crisis (find the plan at www.greenparty.ca/en/mission-possible).

“Cooperation, collaboration … once the new government is formed, these are things that we’ll continue to keep front and centre, in order to get some action on it, regardless of who forms government, including ourselves,” Taylor said.

With incumbent MP Pamela GoldsmithJones stepping aside, the Sea to Sky riding is essentially wide open at his point—how can Taylor and the Greens capitalize?

“I think a very positive message of what we offer as an alternative to the other parties. There is clearly lots of chatter about

… the record and therefore reputation of the Liberals in office, and frankly they have a lot to answer for,” he said, pointing to things like the approval of the Trans Mountain Pipeline and the broken promise of instituting electoral reform.

“I think that, in some respects, the Greens are the party (people) didn’t vote for last time, and they probably didn’t do so on the basis of the whole pressure of strategic voting to get rid of the previous government, as well as the promises of the incoming government, the Liberals, who after four years have pretty much trashed a lot of the things that were identified as important in this riding.”

Taylor, 68, is a two-time North Vancouver city councillor and current executive vice-president of the Mechanical Contractors Association of B.C. He has lived in West Vancouver for more than 30 years.

Follow his campaign at danataylor.ca.

Taylor joins the Conservative Party of Canada’s Gabrielle Loren and the People’s Party of Canada’s Robert (Doug) Bebb as the only confirmed candidates in the Sea to Sky riding ahead of the Oct. 21 vote.

Representatives for the Liberals and NDP did not respond to questions about their nomination processes before press time.

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BY BRADEN DUPUIS IT’S SAFE TO SAY that life on the campaign trail will be a new experience for Robert (Doug) Bebb.

“If you asked me two years ago if I’d run for public office, I would have laughed at you. I’m quite serious,” The People’s Party of Candidate (PPC) for the West VancouverSunshine Coast-Sea to Sky Country riding said in an interview at Pique’s office on June 24.

A semi-retired mechanical engineer who also holds an MBA, Bebb, 62, said he was drawn to politics because of his dissatisfaction with how things are going, both in Canada and around the world. “(PPC founder and leader) Maxime (Bernier) is a plain-talking, straightforward guy, and I think that’s what we need, and I have no issue with any of the policies,” Bebb said.

“Macro strokes are that we’re going to focus on Canada; we’re going to pull in all this foreign spending through the (United

Nations), we’re going to bring the money back home and put it to the benefit of Canadians.”

One plank of the PPC platform (which is still being rolled out) will undoubtedly prove contentious in the Sea to Sky riding— the party’s rejection of “climate change alarmism” that is “based on flawed models.”

The PPC plan asserts there is “no compelling reason to jeopardize our prosperity” by fighting climate change (which it views as a natural occurrence, and CO2 as “an essential ingredient for life on Earth”), and would have Canada withdraw from the Paris Accords, abolish the carbon tax and subsidies for green energy, and prioritize implementing practical solutions to make Canada’s air, water and soil cleaner, including bringing clean drinking water to remote First Nations.

“You’ve got to be careful, because if you come from the mindset that this is all established science and everybody is in agreement in the scientific community, you’re not really seeing the whole story,” Bebb said.

“So that’s going to be contentious. I

IN THE RUNNING Robert (Doug) Bebb is the People’s Party of Canada candidate for this fall’s federal election.

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guarantee we’re going to draw lots of flack, and I’m not afraid to defend this.”

In the brief time he’s been knocking doors on the campaign trail, Bebb has found that maybe “one in 50” are aware of the PPC. “So it’s new territory. We’ve got a straightforward, truthful message. It’s hard to say how it will be received,” he said.

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Whistler chapter of Green New Deal Canada draws a crowd NEARLY 40 WHISTLERITES TURN UP FOR ORGANIZATION’S INAUGURAL MEETING

BY JOEL BARDE YOU MAY HAVE NOTICED people alongside the highway lately, waving signs that said, “We love glaciers!” and “Green New Deal Canada.”

If they seem particularly animated (especially when they get the occasional honk), it’s because they are deeply involved in a grassroots movement that aims to force politicians to address climate change and economic inequality in a transformative way.

Last Thursday, in the Foyer Gallery in the Maury Young Arts Centre, almost 40 people gathered to learn about the local chapter of the nascent organization, known as the Green New Deal Canada.

According to the organizers, over 150 similar meetings have taken place across the country.

The evening was kicked off by a short presentation by Whistler local Dave Heighway, who explained that fighting for economic justice and against racism are key tenants of the movement, along with quickly transitioning to a sustainable economy.

He also read from the Pact for a Green New Deal, a guiding document that calls on politicians to “cut Canada’s emissions

GREEN NEW DEAL A group of ecologically minded Whistlerites gathered to discuss the Green New Deal Canada—a movement that’s gathering steam in North America—at the Maury Young Arts Centre last Thursday.

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in half in 11 years while protecting cultural and biological diversity” and “build a better present and future for all of us.”

Said Heighway: “This movement we are a part of is global. But it’s going to be tailored to every community—and that’s why we are having all these town halls, to understand what the Green New Deal looks like in our jurisdiction.”

After showing two short movies— including one that features Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who has championed the Green New Deal south of the border—Heighway invited the crowd to break up into groups and discuss the

various goals they feel the movement should fight for and stand against.

This information, explained Heighwey, will be submitted to Green New Deal Canada and be used to inform a final policy statement for the movement.

“It might be sluggish and cumbersome, but that’s what democracy looks like, I guess,” said Heighway.

“I’m really surprised about how well this went,” said Brendan Cavanagh, following the event. “I didn’t hear anyone arguing or screaming at each other. I just heard people with genuine concerns.”

Cavanagh, along with others, was set

to hang a massive sign, calling for “Climate Action Now,” June 21 off of the pedestrian overpass at Nordic. He said it felt good to know that he has agency in the climate change fight.

“I think fundamentally, I know that I have to put my energy into some kind of action,” he said. “I think anyone driving by will see that it’s important to somebody and worth fighting for.”

Said freeskiing legend Mike Douglas: “It’s cool to see the community coming out and talking about these issues. I think if you went back, even a few years, you’d be hard pressed to get a group like this together.”

Douglas, who recently helped launch Protect Our Winters Canada, an offshoot of the successful climate activist group launched by pro snowboarder Jeremy Jones in the U.S. in 2007, said when it comes to climate change activism, he is most excited about the youthled protests that have taken place around the world of late.

“I think when you add this on to that momentum that’s being created, it is something that could reach a tipping point and actually make some good change,” said Douglas. “I try to be optimistic about these things, and think that we are really on to something. But as we often see the political landscape is complex and we just have to keep trying. That’s all we can do.” n

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Whistlerite following in flight path of her late father ALEXIS THIND, 24, BECOMES PILOT MONTHS AFTER LOSING FATHER TO BRAIN CANCER

BY BRANDON BARRETT BEFORE HER FATHER’S passing last summer, Whistler’s Alexis Thind made him a promise: that she would follow in his footsteps as a pilot and give back to those who needed it most.

A pilot with the Royal Canadian Air Force, as well as Air Canada later on, Thind’s father was diagnosed at 59 with Glioblastoma, a terminal brain cancer.

Thind, 24, said she “spent a lot of time living in hospitals” with her dad, meeting other families battling with cancer.

“I … made a promise to him that I would help the people that we had met going forward when I did become a pilot,” she added.

Unfortunately, Thind’s father didn’t get to watch his daughter get her pilot’s wings before he died last August—she was officially cleared to fly last month. But it’s thanks to his unwavering guidance that Thind is now following in his flight path.

Just weeks after his first brain surgery, Thind’s father built a makeshift flight simulator in their basement in Alpine “so he could teach me everything he knew,” Thind said. “He was an incredible pilot and person. He was all about giving back.”

This month, Thind flew as part of a volunteer expedition to Fairbanks, Alaska for Hope Air, a charity that offers free flights for patients in rural communities to access medical care.

Thind garnered a wave of support from local businesses as well, which she approached with just a week before her expedition for gifts and supplies for the patients she met along the way. McCoos, North Face, Nesters, Roots and others all lent their support.

Then, sitting behind the controls on Father’s Day, her dad’s name etched on the side of the plane, Thind was reminded of how far she’d come.

“It was phenomenal because I think he would’ve been really proud and I think it’s kind of beyond what either of us thought I would end up doing in that short amount of time,” Thind said. “I think he would just be kind of shocked that all these opportunities have come my way.”

The expedition was intended, in part, for the volunteers to meet with Hope Air clients and raise funds and awareness for the organization.

“I stopped in all these remote communities that are faced with issues that most Canadians don’t even have to think about,” Thind said.

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was exposed to. I met young women who want to become pilots but don’t have the resources to. It was a really overwhelming feeling of gratitude that I’m able to do what I’m doing and living in a place like Whistler where we don’t really have these problems.”

Thind was trained at Glacier Air in Squamish, and said the flight school has “become a second family for me.” Owned

by Colette Morin, Glacier Air hosts the annual Fly It Forward event, which offers free flights to women interested in aviation.

“Alexis is becoming a role model and I hope she continues to take that seriously, and I think she will, to help inspire and encourage others,” Morin said.

“I think it’s important for young girls to see that this is possible because there are a lot of stereotypes out there,” Thind added.

Now, Thind has her sights set on gaining her commercial pilot’s license— but she isn’t ready to leave her charitable work behind.

“I definitely want to volunteer and give time back after seeing what I’ve seen,” she said.

Hope Air is currently raising money to provide 1,000 free flights to patients in need.

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BY BRANDON BARRETT A WHISTLER MAN has been charged following an investigation into “pimpingrelated offences” that was launched in April, police have confirmed.

Sam London Hamer, 44, appeared in North Vancouver court last week on one count each of procurement and benefit from sexual services. In a release, police said that: “Charges of this nature arise when individuals recruit others into providing sexual services for consideration (money), and when they benefit (financially or materially) from those providing the services.”

The Whistler RCMP, working in consultation with the Provincial Counter Exploitation Unit, began the investigation in April, and executed a search warrant on April 20 in Creekside, where the suspect was arrested.

Sgt. Janelle Shoheit with the RCMP’s Lower Mainland District told Pique it appears that the pimp’s operation “was not limited to a single residence, that there may be multiple locations that the person was alleged to have been asking women to attend.”

The investigation has also revealed that there are additional unidentified victims who police are now asking to come forward.

“We don’t necessarily know definitively how many victims there could be, and that’s why we’re asking for public assistance at this point,” Shoheit added.

In the release, the RCMP said it “appreciates that the safety of those

global human trafficking,” Feb. 6, 2019).

Most recently, Peters requested that the RMOW notify local frontline service providers that she is available for educational sessions. Peters also asked council to advise her “as to what public awareness is occurring in your community to speak to this issue.”

Mayor Jack Crompton said Peters has presented to council previously and officials “take her input very seriously.” He added that Peters is free to contact organizations like the Whistler Community Services Society on her own, and that otherwise, “for everything related to this issue, I refer you to the RCMP.” Although police have not indicated whether human trafficking was involved in the pimping investigation, Peters told council that, as a global tourism destination, she believed Whistler would have “a robust sex trade with a very large, growing demand.”

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COQUITLAM MAN ARRESTED AFTER REPORTEDLY ASSAULTING WIFE Whistler RCMP has recommended charges for a Coquitlam man after he reportedly assaulted his wife last week.

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Anyone with information is asked to call the Whistler RCMP at 604-932-3044.

In October 2017, Cathy Peters, a longtime anti-human trafficking educator and speaker, presented to Whistler’s mayor and council about human trafficking, sexual exploitation and youth exploitation. She has since followed up with several letters— including as recently as this week—calling for action from local officials.

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The man was arrested before being released with a promise to appear in court at a future date.

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Pemberton council gets briefed on community’s child care challenges COUNCIL BRIEFS: MOBILE HOME PARK DEVELOPMENT PERMIT; REVISED PLACE NAMES; LOAN AUTHORIZATION FOR NEW TRUCK

BY JOEL BARDE VILLAGE OF PEMBERTON (VOP) council was briefed on the community’s acute childcare issues at its Tuesday, June 25 regular council meeting.

Lisa McIntosh of Sea to Sky Community Services (SSCS) presented a new report, ”Pemberton Child Care Needs Assessment and Strategy: 2019-2023,” which provides data related to childcare needs and guidance on how to create more licensed spaces in the community.

The report found that there are approximately 12.5 licensed daycare spaces for every 100 kids (up to 12 years old) living in Pemberton.

McIntosh explained that that figure is worse than the provincial average and said she is hopeful that the report, which was commissioned by SSCS, will lead to change.

“Collaboration is the only way that anything is going to happen here,” she said.

“All the partners need to come to the table and figure out how to address this.”

McIntosh said the report represented “money well spent” and that a similar report for Squamish helped several private childcare operators secure provincial funding.

She also underlined the need for the province to increase support of private childcare operators, rather than focusing exclusively on non-profit ones.

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Going forward, hiring licensed, earlyeducation teachers will continue to be a challenge, though there are some hopeful developments, said McIntosh.

Beginning in the fall, Capilano University will offer early-education teacher training in Squamish, and the province is beginning to come through with wage subsidies for teachers.

“These little things are happening, but it’s going to be at least three years before we see any new educators coming out,” she said. “Hopefully, by then, they will be coming out to a wage that is sustainable.”

whenever we can partner up—whether its at the existing Pemberton Children’s Centre, at the new school or any other new site—I think you’ll find us pretty motivated.”

Richman added that the VOP will also look at ways it can work with developers to create the spaces by offering density bonuses if they create childcare spaces.

DEVELOPMENT PERMIT VOP council also gave the greenlight to 13 new mobile-home pads for the Mount Currie View Mobile Home Park at its June 25 meeting.

“All the partners need to come to the table and figure out how to address this” - LISA MCINTOSH

Notably, the report called on the VOP to support the creation of 46 new licensed daycare spaces by 2023, increasing the number of licensed daycare spaces from 53 to 119.

Following the meeting, VOP Mayor Mike Richman said council is looking at a number of options. These include supporting an addition to the Pemberton Children’s Centre, or building a new daycare on the site of the new French immersion school (the location is not public at this time).

“We’re keen to find more spots for it,” said Richman. “The challenges are the cost of land and the cost of buildings. So

The pads, which are tentatively scheduled to be cost between $400 and $500 to rent per month, support the VOP’s efforts to grow affordable housing options in the Pemberton area.

While supportive of the aim in principle, Councillor Amica Antonelli voted against the development permit out of concern that the mobile home park lacks a common area.

“I really like this (proposal), and I really appreciate that we need as many units as possible. But from a livability perspective, I think there (needs to be) some common area,” said Anotonelli.

“There is going to be a lot of kids there,

playing by the roads. It’s just not that safe.”

REVISED PLACE NAMES VOP Council also supported a provincial initiative that could see a change to the name of two area landmarks.

At the Lil’wat Nation’s request, the province is considering changing the spelling of the Lillooet River to the Liĺwat River, and the spelling of Lillooet Lake to Líĺwat Lake.

According to the province’s letter to the VOP, the features are within the portion of the traditional territory of “several First Nations” and it will ascertain if there are “other known traditional names” for them before acting.

“I’m glad to see this happening,” said Coun. Ted Craddock.

The current spelling can lead to confusion, as people might associate the Lillooet Lake and River with Lillooet, rather than Pemberton, he said.

“I think (this) reflects more on Pemberton,” said Craddock.

NEW PUBLIC WORKS TRUCK, PLEASE Council also authorized the purchase of a new public works truck at its council meeting.

Staff asked to borrow up to $30,000 for the vehicle.

The purchase would be financed via the Municipal Financing Association of BC’s financing program, through a five-year loan.

The first year’s payment, $3,191, could be accommodated in the VOP’s current operating budget, according to the staff report. n

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Province to set aside 864 hectares adjacent to the Cerise Creek Conservancy PROPOSAL A RESULT OF LIL’WAT NATION ADVOCACY

BY JOEL BARDE THE PROVINCIAL government is in the process of setting aside a large land preserve adjacent to the recently established Nlhaxten/Cerise Creek Conservancy thanks to advocacy from the Lil’wat Nation.

The area—which totals 864 hectares and is located in the shared territory of the Lil’wat and St’at’imc Nations—is used to gather plants for food and medicine, according to Harriet VanWart, director of lands and resources for the Lil’wat Nation.

meaning this new deal will exhaust the budget.

“I know the province is interested in looking at land-use planning again in B.C.,” said VanWart. “So perhaps moving forward further allocations like this will occur—or further protected areas will occur.”

The area is also increasingly popular for recreation, and will remain open to all for this purpose, though there appears to be some concern about its impact.

“There is a concern with the increasing amount of people recreating in the territory and the kind of impacts that’s having. That comes up a lot when we are having our community meetings,” she said.

“There is a concern with the increasing amount of people recreating in the territory and the kind of impacts that’s having.’”

- HARRIET VANWART

Locally, it’s referred to as “Morgan’s Garden,” in honour of a Lil’wat Nation man who was known for his impressive knowledge of plant life. “It’s a place he would go … He knew of so many different varieties of plants and what you could do with them,” said VanMart.

The push to protect the area—which will be referred to by its traditional Ucwalmícwts name, Pipi7iyekw—was made after community consultation about the Nlhaxten/Cerise Creek Conservancy.

About two years ago, community members looked at the map of what was being protected and realized that it left a bit of “a gap” because it does not protect Morgan’s Garden, said VanWart. “People were sort of questioning, ‘Why doesn’t the conservancy go down to cover … right down to the Duffey (Lake) Highway?’”

The deal, which will safeguard the area from logging by any party, including the Lil’wat Nation, was made possible thanks to the Sea-to-Sky Land and Resource Management Plan signed by the province and Lil’wat Nation in 2008.

It established seven new conservancies in Lil’wat territory and included a provision for the Lil’wat Nation to identify 2,000 hectares of “old-growth forest and sensitive areas” within its territory for protection.

To date, 1,074 hectares of the 2,000-hectare amount have been spent,

Steve Jones, an advocate for outdoor recreation, welcomed the proposal, saying the specific area connects Joffre Lakes Provincial Park and Cerise Creek Conservancy, forming a band of protected land.

“It’s kind of been this funny missing piece of the puzzle in this otherwise contiguous piece of land that is used quite extensively for recreation, and is really quite beautiful, and has a lot of natural value and ecosystem value as well,” said Jones. “And obviously, in this case it’s not necessarily being protected for recreational values—but for First Nation’s values. And I think that’s great.”

The province is currently taking feedback on the proposal; Jones said he is going to support it—but with one important caveat.

“Given that a lot of area has already been extensively damaged and extensively logged, I don’t think the all 864 acres should count towards the target of protecting 2,000 hectares,” he said. “Given the amount of industrial activity, I don’t think it should count at a 100-per-cent rate towards that 2,000-hectare target.”

The public is invited to comment over a 60-day review period, ending on Aug. 23, 2019.

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Province vows to crack down on illegal parking at Joffre Lakes Park BC PARKS RELEASES LONG-AWAITED VISITOR MANAGEMENT PLAN

BY JOEL BARDE THE PROVINCE has announced its longawaited visitor management plan for busy Joffre Lakes Provincial Park.

And it’s letting it be known that it’s planning on stepping up enforcement of illegal parking this summer. “Enforcement of illegally parked cars along the shoulder of Highway 99 will be underway,” according to a press release sent out by the province on June 25, just in time for the Canada Day long weekend.

“The public is reminded that parking is not allowed along the highway. Instructions on how to recover a towed vehicle are posted at the Joffre Lakes trailhead.”

BC Parks will also be installing an emergency satellite phone at the trailhead of the park, which has seen a dramatic increase in visitation over the last decade.

The surge in visitation—the park received over 180,000 visitors last year—has resulted in safety issues related to people illegally parking on the shoulder of the highway, and ecological damage from littering.

The new plan—which BC Parks is calling the Joffre Lakes Park Visitor Use Management Action Plan—involves the additional presence of two First Nations stewards who will work alongside rangers, and expanding the parking day lots to accommodate an additional 200 vehicles.

Monday throughout the summer and will cost $10 per person (round trip).

“Our government is committed to finding solutions for the exceptional growth at Joffre Lakes Park that protect the environment and improve public safety,” said George Heyman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change

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The parking-lot expansion will occur in phases, with the overflow lot expanded in early summer and the main lot expanded in the fall.

The province has also unveiled its plan for a shuttle that will run between the Duffey Lake Park and Joffre Lakes parking lots, providing additional capacity.

Operated by Parkbus, the shuttle bus is to run every Saturday, Sunday and holiday

Strategy, in the government release.

Noticeably absent from the plan is pay parking and day reservations, both of which were being floated as viable ways to help manage the crowds.

Village of Pemberton council has expressed frustration towards BC Parks over a perceived lack of engagement around the development of the management strategy.

Reached by phone on the day of the

province’s big announcement, VOP Mayor Mike Richman said the Village has not received any additional information, apart from what was publicly released, about the management strategy.

Richman voiced concern about how tourists will access their cars if they are towed.

“Part of me wonders, who will be doing the towing, and where the cars will go to, and how do they get them back?” said Richman.

“I’m not saying that the plan is totally wrong.

I’m saying that there are too many (missing) details for me to wrap my head around.”

Richman also noted that Pemberton only has two tow trucks, and that they are often dispatched to incidents on the highway.

“If you’re towing to the Pemberton area, how many tow trucks are you talking about?

We only have two in the area,” said Richman.

He added that while he is hopeful that the shuttle will alleviate parking on the shoulder of the highway, he is concerned that people will continue to flout the rules and the shuttle will simply lead to even more visitation.

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NEWS PEMBERTON & THE VALLEY Resort Municipality of Whistler Current Opportunity- Liquor Licence Advisory Committee Membership The Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) is seeking qualified applicants to serve in a voluntary capacity on the Liquor Licence Advisory Committee for the 2019–2021 term.

Applications are sought for a representative from the Food and Beverage Sector – Restaurants.

GROWING WELL The province is currently conducting a land use inventory to gain a better understanding of what’s happening on ALR land in the Pemberton area.

PHOTO BY KIM SUTHERLAND

Province wants to know what’s happening on Pemberton Valley ALR Land B.C. MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE UPDATING ITS LAND-USE INVENTORY FOR THE AREA

BY JOEL BARDE PEMBERTON farmers may have noticed something curious this week.

A provincial agrologist, Kim Sutherland, has been using a set of binoculars to survey Pemberton Valley farms.

She is gathering data to update the Ministry of Agriculture’s Land Use Inventory and Water Demand Model for the area.

“It’s good to update (it) on a regular basis,” said Sutherland. “The data is essential in identifying any trends going on and the stresses on the land.”

The work is being completed with $5,000 in in-kind support from the Squamish-Lillooet Regional District (SLRD).

The area has changed since the last land-use inventory was first completed back in 2009, said Sutherland.

“We know that there has been a lot of change, that many new farmers have come into Pemberton,” she said. “They may be farming more intensively on smaller parcels … These types of changes are very important to track.”

The survey accounts for a number of important factors, such as what crops are being grown, rates of irrigation, and what kind of livestock is being raised.

This data is then tracked using GIS mapping, providing a nuanced snapshot of how Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) land is being used.

“It’s proven to be a useful tool to understand what is going on the Agricultural Land Reserve, and the province has really supported it,” Sutherland said, adding that the majority of ALR land in B.C. is now similarly mapped.

The information can also be used to predict water usage rates going forward, she said.

Like many places, the Pemberton Valley stands to use more water as climate change heats things up, explained Sutherland.

Fortunately, the Pemberton Valley has an abundance of “extremely high-quality water” and a lack of access is to water is not a salient concern.

Still, knowing how much water is available is important, Sutherland said.

“If a question comes up about the further development of an aquifer, for say an industrial use or urban use, then you have a baseline for where the agriculture use is.”

Anna Helmer, president of the Pemberton Farmers Institute, was happy to hear that the land-use inventory is being updated. It’s an important piece of research that is “often cited” in discussions involving ALR land use, Helmer said.

Helmer is concerned that large acreages on provincial ALR land are being “carved up” and sold off.

The land-use inventory can be used to illustrate that this results in negative outcomes when it comes to agricultural production, she said.

“It seems to bolster the argument that there isn’t much agricultural land, and that small-lot agricultural is not necessarily being done,” Helmer said.

Sutherland, who will be returning to the area from July 15 to 19 to continue her work, said she anticipates it will take about a year to crunch and map the data.

Once finished, she would like to give a presentation on the findings to any interested parties. Sutherland said she would welcome any farmers reaching out to her as she completes the inventory.

Just watch for a dark grey Toyota 4Runner with Squamish-Lillooet Regional District (SLRD) logos.

“If a farmer is interested in coming up and talking … it can be really great,” she said. n

This committee advises staff and Council on liquor licence applications and liquor related issues as they affect the community.

Committee members are appointed by council for a two year term and the Committee meets the second Thursday of every month.

Applicants should submit a resume as well as a brief statement regarding their interest in joining the Liquor Licence Advisory Committee to Denise Taveira by email to (planning@whistler.ca).

Submission Deadline: July 11, 2019 at 4:30 p.m.

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Resort Municipality of Whistler Current Opportunity – Board of Variance The Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) is seeking qualified applicants to serve in a voluntary capacity on the Board of Variance.

The Board of Variance may order that minor variances be permitted where authorized by the Local Government Act and the Community Charter.

Board members are appointed by council for a three year term and the Board meets the last Monday of every month with the exception of the month of December.

Committee Members must be entitled to be registered as an elector and vote in the local municipal elections.

Applicants should submit a resume as well as a brief statement regarding their interest in joining the Board of Variance to Karen Olineck by email (planning@whistler.ca).

Deadline: June 28th, 2019 at 4:30p.m.

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DISPATCHES OUT OF RANGE

New study seeks to understand how ‘ice worms’ travel from Alaska to Vancouver Island POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER SCOTT HOTALING THINKS IT MUST BE THE BIRDS

BY JOEL BARDE WHILE MOST PEOPLE associate worms with the earthworms found in backyard gardens, the animal’s distant cousin can also thrive in much cooler environments.

Ice worms can be found on glaciers from Oregon to Alaska—but the species really thrives on the coastal glaciers of British Columbia.

The relatively warm temperatures and large snowfall (which can provide insulation) is thought to help them survive winter. “It’s kind of funny because they are an ice worm, but they are not actually that cold tolerant,” explained Scott Hotaling, a postdoctoral researcher at Washington State University.

Given the large distances that separate colonies—and the animal’s profound lack of mobility—one might expect disparate colonies to be genetically isolated, that worms living on a glacier near Whistler would be far different (genetically speaking) than those living in Oregon.

Yet over the years, scientists have noticed a curious pattern: that ice worms

CHOWING DOWN Researcher Scott Hotaling

recently caught some gray crowned rosy finches eat ing ice worms on a glacier.

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with large distances separating them can sometimes be genetically similar.

“The question is how are ice worms so closely related across such a huge distance when they can’t move around?” explained Hotaling.

He believes that migrating birds likely transport the worms, inadvertently, from glacier to glacier.

dozen of the birds snack on ice worms on an alpine glacier.

During their research, Hotaling’s team found clear genetic evidence for recent breeding between worms from an Alaskan glacier and worms from a Vancouver Island glacier.

Hotaling theorized that this is an example of birds moving ice worms

“How does something a centimetre long and a millimetre wide disperse over 2,500 kilometres along those temperate glaciers along the Pacific coast of North America?”

- DAVID HIK

It’s the “only theory we’ve come up with that makes any sense,” said Hotaling, who recently, along with a team of researchers, published a study on the subject in prestigious U.K. journal, Proceedings of the Royal Society (Biological Sciences).

Hotaling noted that the ice worms can be numerous on certain glaciers, providing a great source of food for certain birds, such as the gray crowned rosy finch, which nests in the high alpine.

Just last week, he watched a half

relatively recently, probably within the last 100 years.

“We think that that process of these rare migration events from southern Alaska is what’s maintaining that genetic, closerthan expected relationships between those populations,” he said.

Hotaling’s research has caught the attention of some prominent scientists.

“The whole question of the biogeography of ice worms is really curious,” said David Hik, a professor

of terrestrial ecology at Simon Fraser University who co-teaches Mountains 101, the world’s most popular science-related Massive Open Online Course.

“How does something a centimetre long and a millimetre wide disperse over 2,500 kilometres along those temperate glaciers along the Pacific coast of North America?”

Like Hotaling, Hik was stuck by the research that shows the unexpected, geographically implausible relationship between worms in Alaska and Vancouver Island. It’s “pretty weird when you think about it,” he said, noting the vast distance that separates the areas.

Hik said Hotaling’s theory about how the ice worms travel—by bird—is plausible.

A rosy finch might inadvertently transport the cocoon of an ice worm during its fall migration, he explained. Ice worms are certainly “not going to survive being eaten by a rosy finch,” said Hik. For both scientists, the research underlines the importance of understanding and appreciating our alpine environments, which are in a state of rapid transition as global warming takes its toll.

“There is this whole ecosystem that stands to be greatly altered, especially in the lower latitudes, like in Washington state and British Columbia, where these high elevation glaciers are receding more rapidly than basically anywhere else in the world,” said Hotaling. n

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BY ALLEN BEST allen.best@comcast.net ASPEN, COLO.—Aspen long has been favoured by the world’s one per-centers, the economic elite. This includes both liberals and conservatives, but especially the latter.

Two of the four Koch brothers, they of fossil-fuel fame, now or in the past have owned places in or around Aspen. So did a Saudi prince, Bandar bin Sultan, who had a 56,000-square-foot house that he sold in 2012. That’s just the main house.

The buyer, hedge-fund billionaire John Paulson, was one of President Trump’s campaign advisors in 2016. And it should be noted that the US$24.5 million he paid for the sprawling Aspen digs comes in only second on his real-estate list. He paid $41 million for a place in Southampton, N.Y. This castle is outside of Aspen proper, like other big homes. But even some lesser McMansions come in at 15,000 square feet.

That’s the same size as the Pitkin County courthouse, pointed out Tony Vagneur, writing in The Aspen Times.

“If you’ve ever wandered through one of those big, bad boys, it’s reminiscent of wandering through an over-sized mausoleum or an outdated, empty hotel,” he wrote.

“Aloneness is a word that comes to mind, especially when they’re unoccupied so often.

It’s hard to make a 15,000-square-foot house ring true to the meaning of ‘house,’ no matter what kind of art you hang on the wall.”

Now, the maximum size allowed is 5,750 square feet. However, by buying land elsewhere in the county and transferring the development rights from those, homes of 10,000 to 13,000 square feet remain possible.

Pitkin County officials—but not those in Aspen—have been talking for the last year about further limiting house sizes. Real estate agents, developers, and architects in the Aspen area want to allow more bigger homes. They have resisted any restrictions.

Pitkin County officials will take up the matter again in late August.

The compromise Vagneur sees making sense is 7,500 square feet.

Energy use of the supersized homes figures into the debate. A 10,000-squarefoot home doesn’t use 10 times more energy than a 1,000 square-foot home, a study found, but instead 30 times more energy. A house’s energy appetite escalates disproportionately beginning at 7,000 square feet.

Paul Andersen, writing in The Aspen Times, said if the Aspen community “hopes to seriously confront climate change, it has to address the impacts of empty vacation homes, which cover ridgelines and mesas as a testament to the privilege of wealth.”

Why hasn’t the community crimped house sizes in line with their climate impacts?

Because, said Andersen, the topic remains “taboo in Aspen and Pitkin County, where an inconvenient truth is mostly unspoken: extravagant vacation homes

contribute significantly to the pending crises of climate change.”

He pointed to Vancouver as a potential model. There, he reported, the city charges a one per cent tax based on assessed value.

That caused the number of vacation homes to decline 15 per cent in 2018 and produced $33 million in new revenue earmarked for affordable housing.

Pitkin County likely won’t use the Vancouver model, he said, because Aspen has an unhealthy co-dependency with its super-wealthy part-time residents.

“Burdening the wealthy here has become a stigma because wealth in Aspen equates to culture and richness and upscale community amenities,” he wrote. “To penalize wealth in any way is to bite the hand that feeds.”

WILDFIRE WORRIES? NOT WITH SNOW STORMS ON SUMMER SOLSTICE

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Mountain News: What size houses are too big, and who should care?

FRISCO, Colo.—Cold weather and snow, not wildfire, were on most people’s minds in Colorado’s mountain towns over the weekend.

“This is nuts,” said one Vail resident in a Facebook post. At Arapahoe Basin, skiers were still skiing, and the possibility for Fourth of July skiing looked stronger yet.

And in Steamboat Springs, there was flooding with the arrival of rain and heavy snow. The Yampa and its tributary, the Elk River, already high with spring runoff.

How very different from 2002, a year of marginal snow than hot, hot weather.

Three major fires occurred that summer in Colorado by early June. Another parched year was 2012. And last year at this time fires were crawling up the haunches of Summit County’s Buffalo Peak.

WRONGFUL DEATH SUIT FILED JACKSON, Wyo.—A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed against a resort owner and developer, accusing him of actions that resulted in the death of two labourers in an unsecured 3.6-metre-deep trench that collapsed on them last September.

The Jackson Hole News&Guide reported the complaint cited text messages that were reportedly from the developer to the two men, giving them job-related orders.

The text messages indicated that the work site was in violation of local and state regulations. The lawsuit said one message in August to one of the two labourers said: “Keep working regardless of what anyone says.”

This lawsuit asks for $1 million each in damages for beneficiaries of the two men. The News&Guide said that the county prosecutor hasn’t decided what criminal charges, if any, will be filed.

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ECOLOGIC

Planes, trains and automobiles …

OH, AND BOATS as well.

It’s no surprise the world’s transportation sector is a major contributor to carbon emissions and thus to our current climate crisis. The global commercial aviation sector alone produced 859 million tonnes of CO2 in 2017—fully two per cent of the over 40 billion tonnes of CO2 produced annually by humans.

Despite being the most fuel-efficient way of moving goods, far ahead of road or air, the shipping industry contributes a comparable 2.1 per cent with its 950 million tonnes of CO2 per year. Despite continued reliance on dirty diesel, ships built since 2013 tend to be more carbon-efficient,

BY LESLIE ANTHONY but the industry still requires serious improvements in lowering emissions.

One obvious advancement is allelectric vessels for recreation or on short-haul routes, or electric hybrids on multi-motor larger vessels that would allow engagement of electric motors in place of one or more diesel engines in certain situations. Scandinavia currently leads in development and use of this technology, but many are looking, and even B.C. Ferries recently announced the debut of hybridelectric ferries on two routes by 2020, four by 2022. These “Island Class” ferries will carry 47 vehicles and up to 300 passengers and crew, feature wide vehicle lanes, dedicated pedestrian paths, and bicycle parking spaces.

Meanwhile, the race is on to launch the world’s first commercial all-electric air route. One contender for this honour is Vancouver’s Harbour Air, which announced in March it would begin testing an electrically retrofitted de Havilland Beaver aircraft by this November, with hopes of carrying passengers between Vancouver and the Island by 2022. Harbour Air’s 40-plus seaplane fleet currently moves 500,000 passengers per year between 12 destinations within a 160-kilometre-orless range. “We’re in this rather unique position of having short stage lengths and single-engine aircraft that require a lot less energy,” said Harbour Air CEO Greg McDougall, comparing his planes to the larger ones of other operators. “We started doing some math and working with engineers and figured out that it was actually entirely doable with the technology that exists today—although with a limited range and limited payload.”

Going toe-to-toe with Harbour Air is Israel-based Eviation. Last week, at the 53rd Paris Air Show—the world’s most important such event and a showcase for new aviation technology—the company revealed its first full-scale electric commuter plane; “Alice” targets what the industry calls busy “middle-mile” commutes—routes like Oslo to Trondheim in Norway, San Jose to San Diego in the U.S., Seattle to Vancouver. A

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statement called Alice “a radical rethinking of the cost, experience and environmental impact of regional travel.” Alice, which is capable of flying nine passengers at 240 knots and a range just over 1,000 kms, will offer a reduction in operating costs of up to 70 per cent while delivering travellers a cost-competitive, emission-free option.

According to Eviation CEO, Omer BarYohay, Alice will operate at a fraction of the costs of conventional jetliners, redefine how people travel regionally, and usher in a new quieter, cleaner, cost-effective era of flying. “This aircraft isn’t some future ‘maybe.’ It’s here, ready and waiting,” BarYohay, told reporters at the show.

Elsewhere, it has been three years since André Borschberg and Bertrand Piccard completed their around-the-world journey in Solar Impulse 2, the plane that stayed aloft days at a time powered only by the sun. A remarkable albeit impractical demonstration of electric technology, Borschberg and two Solar Impulse colleagues, using technology licensed from that effort, have started a new company whose first plane, “Energic,” has room for two and can stay aloft about 90 minutes, perfect for training, learning to fly, or airtaxi service.

Overall, the biggest problem with getting traction for new existing technology is getting buy-in and investment from industry players. In recent good news, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines committed to the development and purchase of 75,000 tonnes of sustainable aviation fuel a year for a decade—the first airline to invest in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) on this scale. SkyNRG, global market leader for SAF, will develop Europe and the world’s

“This aircraft isn’t some future ‘maybe.’ It’s here, ready and waiting,” - OMER BAR-YOHAY

first dedicated production plant in Delfzijl, Netherlands, primarily using regional waste and residue streams like used cooking oil as feedstock. The facility will run on sustainable hydrogen produced using water and wind energy, delivering a CO2 reduction of at least 85 per cent compared to aviation fuel derived from traditional petro-fossil sources as well as a significant decrease in ultra-fine particles and sulphur emissions.

When it comes to planes, trains, cars and boats, the technology to make a major shift is out there—now we just need governments and industry to bankroll it.

Leslie Anthony is a biologist, writer and author of several popular books on environmental science. n

OUTSIDER

Savour the summer IT WAS IN AUGUST 2008 when I finally made the call to embrace summer again. I was working at a ski resort in Chile living in cramped staff accommodation and taking

BY VINCE SHULEY every opportunity to ditch work shifts consisting of teaching disinterested Brazilians how to slide down the bunny slope. It was a great season in the south; plenty of onemetre snowstorms followed by bluebird days, loads of windy outings exploring the nearby backcountry and no shortage of piscola-fuelled parties. It was my sixth winter back-to-back, bouncing between hemispheres twice a year to chase the ski seasons. For many career ski instructors, that was—and still is—the path to economic sustainability.

I remember meeting one of the topranked French ski instructors at this Chilean ski school. The talk around the locker room was he had worked 60 seasons; two per year for 30 years. Thirty years of no summer! His family travelled with him and everything.

While my six consecutive winters paled in

ENJOY Don’t let the summer pass without some

alpine moments like this. Pemberton, B.C.

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comparison, I knew I didn’t have the patience nor career desire to walk down that path.

With my application for Permanent Residency firmly submitted to the Candian government, at the end of that winter season in Chile I told my ski school director that I wasn’t coming back. No more packing my life into a backpack and ski bag to drag through endless airport connections. Time to put down some roots.

Ten years later, I can’t imagine missing this time of year in Whistler. To mark this momentous occasion, here are a few ways I’ve managed maximize the much-too-short Canadian summers.

TWO-WHEELED FUN Like many Whistlerites, I let my mountain bikes appropriate the majority of my summer playtime. Morning pedals up the West Side, evening Garbo laps, full-day epics at all ends of the Sea to Sky. Mountain biking has been around for decades now, but any old-schooler will tell you that there’s never been a better time to try this sport. The bikes are more awesome than ever to ride (both uphill and downhill) and there are trails for every ability and style of rider. New bikes are unfortunately also more expensive than ever, but the used market can get you going. It still amazes me the number of people I meet who’ve never tried mountain biking in Whistler, but every year more friends hear the call.

TRY AT LEAST ONE NEW SUMMER THING, EVERY YEAR It’s easy to get caught up in your favourite activity all summer long, and that’s OK. But we’d all be doing ourselves a disservice if we didn’t at least give some of the other forms of recreation a chance to see if we like them.

One of my favourite experiences from last summer was trying my hand at trials moto. (“I got 99 problems and trials ain’t one,” Pique, Oct. 18, 2018). There’s just something about trying an unfamiliar endeavour that involves a new set of skills. The steep part of the learning curve—when you start to get it and want to practice more until you really get it—can be some of the most rewarding time spent outside. Some activities that are still on my list are kitesurfing, paragliding, canyoning and sailing. These all sound expensive and complicated to get into, but there are development programs for beginners all over the Sea to Sky, such as the Whistler Sailing Association and Aerial Kiteboarding in Squamish.

HIT THE ROAD We all want to get the most of summer at home, but don’t miss the opportunity to check out the rest of this beautiful province.

Yes, the weekend lineups for BC Ferries suck. But as long as you’re organized and arrive early or book ahead, sitting on the top deck during a ferry ride to Nanaimo,

Langdale and Bowen Island can be one of the more memorable parts of your trip. Journeys stateside can be hectic at the border but well worth the hassle to explore more of the Pacific Northwest. On my list here is exploring trails around Bellingham and Chuckanut and touring breweries on the Oregon Coast.

APPRECIATE THE ALPINE It can sometimes seem a little difficult to convince a skier to walk up a mountain just to walk back down it again, but summer days in the alpine are where it’s at. The alpine zones of Whistler Blackcomb and Sea to Sky Gondola can get uncomfortably busy within a half hour’s stroll from the lodge, but beyond that the crowds thin to a trickle quite quickly. Pack a sandwich, plenty of water and a puffy jacket and you can still get a backcountry experience without schlepping all the way from the valley. One of my favourite hikes from last year was scrambling to the top of Mt. Habrich in Squamish. My friends and I probably passed about five people on the entire all-day loop.

The clock is ticking. The time for summer is now. Time to maximize.

Vince Shuley is ready to go play outside again.

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WHISTLER 1) What was Whistler Mountain originally called, named so by British naval surveyors in the 1860s?

A) Alta Mountain B) London Mountain C) Whiskey Mountain D) Marmot Mountain 2) Which Whistler councillor spent the most money on their 2018 election campaign—admittedly a year of modest spending on the campaign trail—at $3,020?

A) Ralph Forsyth B) Duane Jackson C) Jack Crompton D) Cathy Jewett 3) Which Whistler bridge is frequently lit up with coloured lights to honour various causes, such as cystic fibrosis awareness, mental health, and many others?

A) Cheakamus River suspension bridge B) Cloudraker Skybridge C) Fitzsimmons Creek bridge D) Village Gate bridge 4) Whistler’s Gateway Loop project was originally estimated at a cost of $3.6 million in 2015. What did the ultimate project cost end up being?

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A) $2.2 million B) $5.4 million C) $6.7 million D) $8.2 million 5) Trapper John Millar, the namesake of Millar Creek, arrived in Whistler (then Alta Lake) in the early 1900s. As rumour has it, he may have fled the U.S. because he was wanted by Texas Marshals. What crime was he reportedly wanted for?

A) Fraud B) Armed Robbery C) Murder D) Arson 6) Both Pat Montani and Keith Reynolds were named Citizen of the Year at the 2019 Whistler Excellence Awards, the first time two individuals who weren’t married shared the honour. Who was the last married couple to take home the hardware?

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Trapper John Millar, left, with Charles Barbour and Alex Philip at Millar’s Whistler cabin in 1911.

7) What was the name of the traditional village that was, for hundreds of years, shared by the Squamish and Lil’wat Nations at the confluence of Rubble Creek and the Cheakamus River where Function Junction now sits?

10) Whistler’s population jumped 21 per cent between 2011 and 2016, the most recent census. What is Whistler’s current permanent population?

A) 8,728 B) 9,875 C) 11,854 D) 13,458

A) Chiyakmesh B) Spo7ez C) Alta Lake D) Skatin 8) The Whistler Community Church is eyeing a new location in White Gold that is expected to open as early as late 2020. Where has the church met every Sunday since 1992?

A) Maury Young Arts Centre B) Myrtle Philip Community School C) Spring Creek Community School D) Whistler Conference Centre

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1) B 2) A 3) C 4) C 5) C. According to Florence Peterson’s book, First Tracks, Millar, a Polish immigrant, had travelled to Alta Lake after acquiring “two notches in his gun,” meaning he was reputed to have shot two men during his days in Texas. 6) D. Stan and Shirley Langry took home the award in 1994, two years after Don and Isobel MacLaurin, and four years after Al and Nancy Raine. 7) B. According to legend, Spo7ez was buried in a massive rockslide as punishment from the Thunderbird after members of both nations began to disrespect each other following years of peaceful co-existence. 8) B. 9) A. Freestyle skier d’Artois competed in the men’s halfpipe event at the 2018 Winter Games, while Thompson earned women’s ski-cross gold in 2014, before working her way back from injury to compete in the 2018 Winter Games. 10) C.

9) Out of roughly 80 students, the 2010 Whistler Secondary School graduating class has the distinction of producing two eventual Olympians. Who are they?

A) Simon d’Artois and Marielle Thompson B) Ashleigh McIvor and Mercedes Nicoll C) Justine Dufour-Lapointe and Jennifer Heil D) Jon Montgomery and Yuki Tsubota

Tova Beth Jamernik June 23, 1984 - May 31, 2019

A beautiful soul, Tova Beth Jamernik, passed away on May 31, 2019. She left us knowing she was incredibly loved. Her kind, intelligent, passionate, adventurous spirit will remain in our hearts forever, and give us the strength to move through our lives, reaching out to connect with others, as she always took great joy in doing.

Predeceased by her Dad (Max Jamernik) she is survived by her Mom (Marilyn Jamernik), sister (Dana Richardson), brother-in-law (Brodie Richardson) and niece (Charley Richardson), and her extended family of aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends.

Please bring your love and “Tova stories” to her Celebration of Life at the Arbutus Club on Sunday, September 29, 2019 at 2:00 p.m., 2001 Nanton Avenue, Vancouver, B.C. For those wishing to make an in memoriam donation, an organization for the rescue, care and adoption of animals will be set up in Tova’s honour. Details will be provided at the Celebration of Life.

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3108 Hillcrest Lane $ 2,680,000 Canadian $ 2,028,492 US Dollar* £ 1,597,012 UK Pound*

101-101A 4388 Northlands Blvd

204 (Week D) 2020 London Lane

$ 975,000 Canadian $ 737,978 US Dollar* £ 581,003 UK Pound*

$139,900 Canadian $105,059 US Dollar* £ 83,367 UK Pound*

8228 Valley Drive $ 2,995,000 Canadian $ 2,266,916 US Dollar* £ 1,784,721 UK Pound*

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* Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed and subject to change. Buyers are recommended to perform own investigations. * Some list prices are plus GST. Currency rates are subject to change - estimated: June 21, 2019

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Canada is home to several breathtaking mountain ranges. Which one features the highest peak in the country?

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CANADIANA 1) What is Canada’s largest national park?

4) Who is on Canada’s current $10 bill?

A) Banff B) Wood Buffalo C) Jasper D) Nahanni

A) Queen Elizabth B) John A. MacDonald C) Laura Secord D) Viola Desmond

2) What was Canada’s original capital city?

5) What is Canada’s tallest mountain?

A) Quebec City B) Ottawa C) Montreal D) Kingston

A) Mount Tantalus B) Mount McKinley C) King Peak D) Mount Logan

3) What, or who, is Ogopogo?

6) Which Canadian street has more pubs and bars per square foot than any street in North America?

A) A sushi roll invented in Vancouver B) A mythical lake monster C) A children’s game D) A professional soccer player

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FEATURE STORY The Peace Tower is a highly recognizable landmark on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, the nation’s capital. But did Ottawa always hold that title?

Canada has several stunning National Parks, including Yoho National Park, pictured above, but which one is the biggest?

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7) What did Canada’s flag look like before we adopted the maple leaf design in 1965?

A) Red, featuring the UK’s flag in the upper left corner and a coat of arms on the right.

B) The Union Jack C) Blue, with the UK’s Flag in one corner and the French flag in the other D) The Fleur de Lis 8) What is the lowest temperature ever recorded in Canada, and where?

A) -71 degrees C, Inuvik, N.W.T. B) -54 degrees C, Nemiscau, Que. C) -58 degrees C, Labrador City, Labrador D) -63 degrees C, Snag, Yukon 9) What Canadian town is home to the world’s first UFO landing pad?

A) Vulcan, Alta.

B) St. Paul, Alta.

C) Dryden, Ont. D) North Battleford, Sask.

10) The only region in the world that is not home to the common rat (aside from polar regions) exists in Canada. Where is it?

A) Vancouver Island B) The Northwest Territories C) Alberta D) Prince Edward Island

Answers:

1) B. Wood Buffalo National Park, which straddles the border of Northern Alberta and the Northwest Territories, is 44,807 square kilometres in size, making it bigger than Switzerland.

It is the second-largest national park in the world. 2) D. The Eastern Ontario city was the first capital of the United Province of Canada, holding the position from 1841 to 1844. The capital moved several times, to Montreal, to Toronto, to Quebec City, back to Toronto, then back to Quebec City before Queen Victoria chose Ottawa as the permanent capital of the Province of Canada in 1857. 3) B. As legend tells, the Ogopogo, or Naitaka, according to the Salish First Nations, is a 12-to-15-metre long serpent that resides in Okanagan Lake. 4) D. The civil rights activist of black Nova Scotian descent is the first Canadian woman to be featured on a regularly circulating banknote. 5) D. Located in the Yukon, Mount Logan stands at 5,959 metres. 6) A 7) A. The Canadian Red Ensign, as it was called, was adopted in 1957—although there were two earlier variations used from 1868-1921, and 1921 to 1958, respectively. 8) D. The town experienced the coldest temperature ever recorded in North America in February 1947.

9) B. The landing welcome site was built as part of Canada’s centennial celebration in 1967 and features a time capsule to be opened on the 100-year anniversary of the pad’s opening. 10) C. Alberta’s 70-year war on the rodent has kept its territory free of breeding rats. Their efforts have included legislation mandating control of the pests by every person and every level of government (which was in place before rats ever entered Alberta in the first place), as well as ongoing rat patrol along the Saskatchewan border. Pet rats are also forbidden.

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POLITICS 1) Who was the esteemed legal figure that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s staff is said to have tried to persuade Jody Wilson-Raybould to meet with to discuss the use of a deferred prosecution agreement for SNC-Lavalin?

A) Rosalie Abella B) Beverley McLachlin C) Suzanne Côté D) Richard Wagner 2) Conservative Party leader Andrew Scheer has come under criticism because of his campaign manager’s ties to which group?

A) The Freemasons B) The Rebel Media C) Greenpeace D) Soldiers of Odin

4. In the past year, this former tech executive has become a prominent critic of the government when it comes to its relationship with Google and Facebook.

A) Sergey Brin B) Bill Gates C) Charlie Rose D) Jim Balsillie 5. When will the 2019 federal election be held?

A) Oct. 21 B) Sept. 29 C) July 21 D) Nov. 14 6. Last year, Alberta placed a two-week moratorium on what B.C. product?

3. During the spending scandal that engulfed the B.C. legislature, the clerk of the house, Craig James, was accused of inappropriately spending $1,100 on luggage. Early on, how did James rationalize the expense?

A) Said the luggage would be available to all MLAs B) As a legitimate personal expense given all the travel required in his role C) As a job perk meant to make up for mediocre pay D) He didn’t

A) Cannabis B) Wine C) Granola D) Cowichan sweaters 7. Canada is in an ongoing diplomatic row with China following its arrest of Meng Wanzhou, chief financial officer of Huawei Technologies. Wanzhou was arrested at the request of the U.S. and is facing extradition for what alleged crime?

A) Racketeering B) Money laundering C) Violating U.S. sanctions against Iran D) Fraud

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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is all in on the Trans Mountain Pipeline expansion project.

Opposition to Trudeau and his policies is a hallmark of the Yellow Vest movement.

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8) Prime Minister Justin Trudeau shocked everyone last year when he took this extraordinary step to ensure the success of the Trans Mountain Pipeline expansion project.

A) Publicly censured critics B) Decided that it’s in the public interest and overruled the courts C) Put on a hard hat and started working on the project himself D) Purchased the pipeline on behalf of the federal government.

10) This safety item came to take on new meaning in the last year.

A) Safety glasses B) Hard hat C) Yellow vests D) Ear plugs

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9) What goodie did post-secondary students find in the 2019 federal government budget?

A) Spending that will see students pay less interest on their student loans B) Free tuition at all provincial colleges C) A stipend to help young people survive after they graduate and are underemployed in jobs they are overqualified for D) The federal government decided to pay out the student loans of all citizens and permanent residents E) The federal government set aside $1.7 billion over six years to lessen the amount of interest paid on student loans and create an interest-free grace period after one graduates and looks for work

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1) B. Beverley McLachlin is Canada’s former Chief Justice. 2) B. Hamish Marshall once served as director of controversial far-right political media website, The Rebel Media. 3) A. James said the luggage would be used to serve as part of a luggage pool that would be used by MLAs. In her investigation into the scandal, former Supreme Court Justice Beverley McLachlin determined that the purchase was, in fact, inappropriate. 4) D. Jim Balsillie, who served as co-CEO of Research in Motion, is now a prominent critic of the government’s digital policy—or lack thereof. “Data is not the new oil—it’s the new plutonium,” he says. 5) A 6) B. Alberta Premier Rachel Notley announced the ban after B.C. Premier John Horgan said the province would go to the courts to determine if B.C. had the right to implement a temporary ban on increased exports of bitumen from Alberta. 7) C 8) D. Trudeau announced the government would purchase the project for $4.5-billion from Kinder Morgan. 9) A. 10) C. France’s “Yellow Vest” protest movement crossed the Atlantic and is being embraced in parts of Canada. A disparate bunch, the protesters have cited Canada’s environmental policies, pipeline delays, and immigration policy as reasons for their protests.

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FOOD FOR THOUGHT 1) Some food historians believe this savoury meat pie, most popular in Quebec, can be linked to a pie originating in the 5th century that was made in a bronze pot with layers of pastry.

A) Shepherd’s pie B) Chicken pot pie C) Tourtière D) Cottage pie 2) This uniquely Canadian junk food began being produced en masse in the United States in 2015.

A) Bugles B) Ketchup chips C) Hickory sticks D) All-dressed chips 3) Which sweet treat beloved by Canadians across the country was first invented in Regina, Sask. in 1927?

A) Butter tarts B) Girl Guide cookies C) Nanaimo bars D) Maple walnut ice cream 4) This staple of Chinese restaurant menus was reportedly created in Calgary in the 1970s.

A) Ginger beef B) General Tso’s chicken C) Chicken chow mein D) Egg rolls

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5) Which Canadian dessert originating in Winnipeg combines layered whip cream with caramel, nuts and sponge cake?

A) Sugar pie B) Schmoo torte C) Battenberg cake D) Nanaimo bars 6) This popular Canadian cocktail got its inspiration from the classic Italian dish, spaghetti alle vongole.

A) Bloody Mary B) Caesar C) Rum shandy D) Cedar sour 7) Considered a well-kept secret in B.C. until Vancouver chefs began championing it in the mid-2000s, these days, more than 2,500 metric tonnes of this hermaphroditic shellfish are harvested every year.

A) Oysters B) Mussels C) Spot prawns D) Scallops 8) Canada is one of the largest global producers of this fibrous crop, accounting for nearly 40-per-cent of the world’s production.

A) Potatoes B) Pulses C) Cabbage D) Broccoli

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There are several ChineseCanadian dishes that have been adapted for a Western palate, but this particular dish was created in Calgary in the 1970s and can now be found across the country.

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9) What non-traditional ingredients would you find in Newfoundland’s version of a poutine?

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1) C 2) D 3) B. The first Girl Guide cookies were invented by a Regina Girl Guide leader as a way to raise funds for uniforms and camping equipment. By 1929, sales were so strong that Girl Guides of Canada made the cookie the organization’s official fundraising activity. 4) A. The most widely accepted origin story for ginger beef says the dish was invented by chef George Wong at Calgary’s Silver Inn. 5) B. This gooey dessert is popular among Jewish mothers who typically bake it when their sons come of age. It has since caught on with other Winnipeggers and remains a local favourite. 6) B 7) C 8) B. The term “pulse” is reserved for legume crops harvested solely for their dry seed. Pulses grown in Canada include dry beans, peas, lentils and chickpeas. 9) D.“Newfie fries,” as they are also known, typically feature Thanksgiving-style dressing, herbs and beef gravy.

Notably, the Newfoundland variety does not usually include cheese curds. 10) D.

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The CBC TV show Schitt’s Creek has earned its share of awards.

ARTS AND CULTURE 1) Which Canadian musician took home four Juno Awards this year?

A) Celine Dion B) Arkells C) Shawn Mendes D) Lady Gaga 2) Which Canadian actor recently took to Twitter to ask Ontario Premier Doug Ford to stop using his grandfather Tommy Douglas’ name as part of his “political agenda”?

A) Kiefer Sutherland B) Eugene Levy C) Thomas Middleditch D) Martin Short 3) The CBC TV show Schitt’s Creek announced this year that its sixth season would be its last. How many awards—ranging from ACTRA to MTV TV Awards—in total has the series won since it first debuted in 2015?

A) 22 B) 2 C) 45 D) 33

4) Canadian rapper Drake made headlines this year for his, ahem, enthusiastic courtside behaviour during the NBA playoffs. What actions landed him in hot water with the NBA? A) Dressing up as a dinosaur B) Walking onto the court C) Rubbing Raptors’ head coach Nick Nurse’s shoulders D) B and C 5) Which Canadian author won the 2018 Giller Prize? (Hint: she was supposed to take part in the Whistler Writers Festival, but had to cancel after she won due to other engagements that arose.)

A) Margaret Atwood B) Esi Edugyan C) Eden Robinson D) Alice Munro 6) Which Canadian musician’s music did Aquaman star Jason Momoa say “truly inspired” him after a show in Vancouver earlier this year?

A) Shania Twain B) Robbie Robertson C) Joni Mitchell D) Colter Wall

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Canadian rapper Drake is a superfan of The Raptors.

Aquaman, a.k.a. Jason Mamoa, is a fan of at least one Canadian musician.

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7) Which Canadian children’s performer(s) embarked on a farewell tour this year?

A) Fred Penner B) Sharon & Bram C) Raffi D) Charlotte Diamond 8) Before her career took off, Canadian painter Emily Carr taught art classes at the Ladies Club in Vancouver, a position she held for less than a month. Why? A) She left for an artist’s residency in Paris B) She refused to stop bringing her pet monkey, Woo, to class C) She grew unpopular with students on account of her frequent smoking and cussing D) She was unhappy with her salary 9) Who was named this year’s Champion of Arts and Culture at the Whistler Excellence Awards?

A) Heather Paul B) Cheximiya Allison Burns Joseph C) Ira Pettle D) Andrea Mueller

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10) Name the two Canadian stars who have appeared on both Degrassi: The Next Generation and Saturday Night Live.

A) Drake and Alanis Morrissette B) Ryan Gosling and Avril Lavigne C) Justin Bieber and Rachel McAdams D) Michael Bublé and Neil Young

Answers:

1) C. Popstar Shawn Mendes picked up prizes for artist, songwriter and album of the year, plus single of the year for “In My Blood.” 2) A. The 24 star lashed out at Doug Ford and Social Services Minister Lisa MacLeod on June 10 for using the name of his grandfather, Tommy Douglas—who introduced North America’s first single-payer, universal healthcare system—to support the Ontario government’s agenda. 3) D 4) D 5) B. The Calgary author’s third novel, Washington Black, was awarded the 2018 Giller Prize, making her only the third writer to win the honour twice. 6) D. The hunky Hollywood star posted a video in February backstage from one of Colter Wall’s shows, adding that “It’s rare for me to find a new musician to be this stoked with.” 7) B 8) C. Although Emily Carr did adopt a pet macaque monkey later in life, years prior she was so unpopular as a teacher that students boycotted her class. 9) C 10) A. Drake was a regular cast member on Degrassi and later would appear on SNL as a host and musical guest, while Alanis Morissette made a guest appearance on the Canadian series before being a musical guest on SNL in 1995.

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The Toronto Raptors exhilirated the country with their NBA Finals win in 2019. In what year did they play their first game?

Late legend Stevie Smith will be honoured by Whistler Blackcomb, as a new trail will be named after his World Cupwinning point total from 2013.

What was that number?

SPORTS 1) The Toronto Raptors electrified the nation with their first-ever NBA Finals win. In what year did the Raptors play their first game?

A) 1990 B) 1992 C) 1995 D) 1999 2) The Women’s World Cup, currently underway in France, was last held in Canada in 2015. Which city hosted the championship game?

A) Edmonton B) Vancouver C) Toronto D) Ottawa 3) Canada’s Stanley Cup drought extends back to 1993, when the Montreal Canadiens earned the title. Who did they beat?

A) Los Angeles Kings B) Edmonton Oilers C) Dallas Stars D) Chicago Blackhawks

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4) The Toronto Blue Jays welcomed top prospect Vladimir Guerrero, Jr. into their lineup this season. Which Canadian team did his father break into the league with?

A) Toronto Blue Jays B) Calgary Cannons C) Montreal Expos D) Winnipeg Goldeyes 5) Rosie MacLennan is the only Canadian to earn gold in each of the last two Summer Olympic Games. In which sport does she compete?

A) Table tennis B) Equestrian C) Judo D) Trampoline 6) It’s been 25 years since the Canadian Football League launched its ill-fated American expansion. Which of these cities did NOT host a CFL team?

A) Sacramento, Calif.

B) Portland, Ore. C) Memphis, Tenn.

D) Birmingham, Ala.

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$2,395,000

Bright and comfortable 3.5 bedroom with a spacious 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom suite.

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$1,069,000

Fabulous 3 bedroom home with a 2 bedroom suite on a large lot in the heart of Pemberton. A must see!

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7204 FITZSIMMONS ROAD S.

$2,495,000

Original 1-bedroom Gondola Village unit with flexible options for long-term/nightly rental or to live in full-time. Located on the preferred street - Sapporo Drive. This unit has potential to make it your own.

Great mountain views and easy access to Creekside village and ski lift.

This Chalet style home is a great opportunity to purchase a large 5 bedroom family home plus a 1 bed room revenue suite in the popular subdivision of White Gold. Lost Lake, hiking/biking and crosscountry trails are on your doorstep and Whistler Village is a short walk away. Enjoy magnificent mountain views from the vaulted living room, the deck, and hot tub.

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$574,000

Creekside Village sits on a 5.3 acre site on the edge of Pemberton just steps to town, One Mile Lake trails and recreation. This 3 bedroom 2.5 bathroom end unit backs onto green space and offers plenty of natural light. The main living area offers a large eat-in kitchen, spacious living room with large windows and a generous balcony.

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7677 CERULEAN DRIVE

$409,000

One of the most desirable lots in Sunstone!

This property offers gorgeous views of the valley and Mount Currie and allows for a single family home with secondary suite as well as an accessory building or structure.

This is one of Pemberton’s up and coming neighbourhoods close to sports fields and future amenities. Please contact for lot plans, zoning and further information.

CREEKSIDE

2038 KAREN CRESCENT

PRICE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST Ready for a July completion in Whistler’s iconic Creekside neighbourhood!! With a nod to Whistler’s past and a salute to the future, this brand NEW custom built duplex offers all the latest comforts while maintaining that mountain ambience we all love. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, custom kitchen, beautiful large covered deck, hot tub, garage, lots of storage and a 2-5-10 year warranty are just some of the features. With this location you can forget about your car-walk to the lifts, head to the lake or enjoy a wonderful evening at the Rimrock, it’s all just a short stroll away.

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307/308 GREYSTONE LODGE 4905 SPEARHEAD PLACE

$1,619,000

This unique two bedroom lofted property in Greystone Lodge is in one of the most ideal ski-in / ski-out locations in the Benchlands. A great nightly rental property and with the option of a lock off studio suite provide great flexibility for your new Whistler home. The Greystone Lodge features a front desk, ski locker, owner’s storage, hot tub and pool.

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$950,000

Perfect family home! 4 bedroom, 3 bathrooms including a 1 bed/bath in-law suite. 2 car garage, Mt. Currie views & a backyard for entertaining.

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$1,550,000

Dream of farming in breathtaking Pemberton Meadows? Look no further than this sunny 17.74 acre farm with spectacular views and a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom house.

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7903 RYAN CREEK ROAD

$1,650,000

Beautiful and private 36 acres of ALR farmland minutes from Pemberton.

Built for entertaining with a brand new in-ground swimming pool and a large custom gazebo. The 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms with an in-house workshop gives you space and the fully serviced RV pad gives space for your guests.

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1406 POPLAR STREET

$775,000

This spectacularly located corner lot is the first thing you’ll see as you head towards the high school from downtown Pemberton’s traffic circle. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with an additional 1 bed/ bath nanny suite. Vaulted ceilings in the living/dining, large kitchen, wood accents, lots of light and Mount Currie views.

5141 OLD GRAVEL ROAD

$3,250,000

The Roundhouse on Alpha Lake! How would you like to entertain your friends and family on a rooftop deck overlooking the shores of Alpha Lake with epic mountains views and endless sunshine?

This home offers an extremely unique opportunity to enjoy 2 pristine dwellings, a 2 bedroom chalet with a wrap-around deck, and a studio cabin with a memorable rooftop deck. The southwest exposure is outstanding and the future development opportunities are plenty.

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8432 MATTERHORN DRIVE

$1,499,000

With exceptional southeastern exposure and plenty of sunlight, you can build your dream home to capture the mountain vistas stretching from Armchair Glacier to Whistler Mountain. With a gentle slope and mature trees, this lot offers privacy and a quiet location within walking distance of Meadow Park and the high school.

323 TANTALUS LODGE 4200 WHISTLER WAY

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alf-way up the impossibly steep hill to Schloss Johannisberg, I’m silently rejoicing I opted for an e-bike.

Originally, the plan was for a leisurely peddle on a commuter bike through vineyards in Germany’s Rheingau wine region.

When I meet my guide Claudia Lewerenz at Radkranz Bike Rental in Rudesheim, she’s already picked out an electric-assist model for herself.

She, and the guy manning the rental shop, implore me to do the same.

I’ve been wanting to show off my cycling prowess and initially refuse, then waver and ultimately capitulate when Claudia convinces me I can take the e-bike and not use the motor unless absolutely necessary.

I agree, but I’m stubbornly ready to prove a point and cycle the 50-kilometre round trip without activating the electric-assist.

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standard assist and finally kicking it into high for the ultimate in cycling rescue.

Claudia doesn’t let on I succumbed to the motorized help, and neither do I. After all, we’ve arrived at the top of the hill unwinded and ready to taste at Schloss Johannisberg, the oldest all-Riesling-allthe-time winery in the world dating back to 1720.

Johannisberg’s sprawling yellow castle is impressive.

So are the three wines we sip and the view of vineyards, the Rheingau valley and the River Rhine snaking through the middle of it.

Rheingau is renowned Riesling wine country an hour train ride west of Frankfurt that hugs the north shore of the Rhine.

Through the Rheingau, the Rhine flows west-east, instead of the usual northsouth, creating a unique micro-climate that Riesling grapes adore.

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because I love to bike, but also becuase Riesling is my favourite and Rheingau is all vineyard, hillside, castle and river eye candy, especially in the sunshine.

Riesling often gets a bad rap as too sweet.

There’s certainly that style, but there’s also an abundance of Rieslings done dry, or as the Germans call it, trocken.

We take the trocken test again at our next stop, Schloss Vollrads, and order glasses of the 2015 Riesling Trocken Sekt (the German term for sparkling wine).

It’s dreamy enjoying the bubbles on the schloss’ (winery’s) winegarden (patio) while gazing at the moat-surrounded Water Castle.

Thankfully, the next section of ride is downhill, through vineyards, to the Rhine, so we can lunch waterside in Hattenheim at Rhein Schanke on chicken schnitzel and salad, with, of course, a glass of trocken Riesling from nearby Karl Joh. Molitor Winery.

It’s back up hill after lunch, with unabashed electric assist, past more vineyards and Eberbach Monastery before another long downhill to the winegarden of the eponymous winery owned by Baron Frederik Knyphausen.

Here we switch it up and enjoy glasses of 2018 Spatburgunder Rose.

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Sated with wine and sunshine, we peddle the long ride back on the flat and scenic path beside the Rhine.

My base in Rheingau is Zum Grunen Kranz, a 60-room hotel that spans four historic buildings in the centre of Rudesheim.

The hotel also owns the bike rental agency Radkranz, so you can pick up wheels to do a self-guided or guided tour on what the Germans have efficiently named the R3A, but is also known as the more wine-centric Spatlesereiter Bike Route.

Also in Rudesheim, I enjoy a dinner of ham and white asparagus (a very German dish) at Hotel Lindenwirt with Rheingau wine princess Sophie Egert to discuss Riesling and her plans to become a winemaker.

The next night I meet up with wine tour operator Walter Schonleber for dinner at Zum Krug in Hattenheim, where ownerchef-sommelier Josef Laufer takes us through a tasting menu with four Rieslings and two Rheingau Pinot Noirs.

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Cudmore tops age division in Canada Cup XCO DISERA, PENDREL WIN ELITE DIVISIONS

BY DAN FALLOON BEING A WHISTLERITE has its privileges.

Peter Cudmore can certainly attest to that after winning the master men 30-to-39 division in the Whistler Canada Cup race on June 22.

Cudmore posted the fastest time of the group on each of the four laps, eventually topping Vancouver’s Richard Gregory by more than three minutes.

“I was the only local in my category there, so it’s trails that I’ve ridden a bunch, so I felt pretty comfortable on that, even though there were some new sections on each of the trails that I normally wouldn’t ride,” he said. “There was one section on Roam in the Loam, which is one of the more popular trails there. Before the end, you ride onto a new singletrack section that had a lot more climbing than I was expecting.

“It was a lot more tiring when you thought you were at the bottom of a descent and it threw you a bit of a curveball there.”

Cudmore, who lived nearby trails incorporated into the course such as Roam in the Loam and Instant Gratification in the Benchlands last year, explained that the Canada Cup regulars found the course challenging, though for him, it was a regular day.

ROLLING THROUGH Peter Cudmore won the

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“People are saying it’s one of the most technical (courses) of the series, but for Whistler riders, it’s one of the easier rides around,” he said.

In the elite men’s event, Peter Disera of Barrie, Ont. earned the victory, easily putting up the best time on all six laps to top Norco Factory Racing teammate Andrew L’Esperance of Halifax by three minutes and 16 seconds (3:16).

“We’re used to hitting hard courses, technical courses and physical courses,” he

As national champion and a regular on the World Cup circuit, Disera had a couple reasons to come out to the race. Firstly, there was a break in the international schedule and it was an opportunity to stay fresh, but more importantly, with the Summer Olympic Games in Tokyo looming next summer, there’s a mad dash for top athletes to earn Union Cycliste International (UCI) points for one’s country. The win was only 30 points, equivalent to a 38th-place World Cup finish, but they all add up.

“People are saying it’s one of the most technical (courses) of the series, but for Whistler riders, it’s one of the easier rides around.”

- PETER CUDMORE

said. “This one was next level, World Cup level. It had 1,200 metres of climbing in 90 minutes, which was quite substantial and quite punishing.”

With some sections of new trail being incorporated into the course, Disera initially had some concerns, but acknowledged they went away when he was up to speed on race day.

“It was a lot of fun and I really enjoyed racing the course,” he said. “Pre-riding it, I was a little bit concerned since it was really punishing, but then at race speed, it had a bit more flow.”

“The more points we can contribute towards the nation’s ranking, the better potential we have to get more than just one spot right now for the men’s,” he said.

So far this season, Disera has had stronger results in short-circuit races, including seventh and 14th, this year, and posted 19th and 49th in Olympic distance in World Cups, with the latter being a “blip” in a season that has otherwise met or exceeded his expectations.

As for the elite women, three-time Olympian and two-time world champion

Catharine Pendrel came away with the crown in a close battle with fellow World Cup racer Sandra Walter, with Pendrel pulling away to win by 46 seconds on a course she’d hold up against many others on the international scene.

“It’s always nice to be able to get in a race at home and the course in Whistler is a lot of fun,” she said. “It was a nice chance for us to push each other to see where we’re at in our training before we head to the next World Cup, and also earn some points to help our ranking.”

Both 39, Pendrel and Walter are in the top four of riders being considered for the Tokyo Games in 2020. Pendrel said she’s glad to have retained her consistency at this point in her career.

“Like all the other girls out there, it’s just consistent work. I’ve come off of a good three-week training block at home, so even though you have a little fatigue when you’re racing more locally, I’ll have hopefully done the work to make it so that I’m stronger when I get back to World Cup racing,” she said.

While still posting solid Olympicdistance results of 12th and 14th so far this year, Pendrel still feels she has more to give this season.

“When I’m not the best, it’s always a bit of a disappointment, but I think I’ve had a good ramp-up and I’m consistently top 15 in the world. I’m looking to move into that top 10,” she said.

Two other Whistler riders competed.

Thomas Legg took second in the U13 men’s division and Dale Tiessen was seventh in the master’s men 40-to-49 category. n

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Whistler gymnasts shine at local meet COACH THRILLED AFTER SUCCESSFUL OUTING

BY DAN FALLOON GYMNASTS CAME FROM far and wide to take part in Oros Whistler Gymnastics’ Whistler Summer Classic from June 21 to 23.

Head coach Karin Jarratt said the influx of new talent bodes well for the meet, which in its fifth year expanded from two days to three and brought in 17 visiting clubs.

“Four teams flew into YVR to participate.

That really speaks to the commitment the families were willing to make to do this, and all four of those teams, it was their first time ever (at the event),” she said. “I think we must have had a good reputation already for them to trust (us) and put that sort of financial commitment to coming to this.”

Jarratt noted that, of visiting clubs, about half of those that attended this weekend aren’t ones Whistler Gymnastics regularly sees at competition in the Lower Mainland. She added that it’s important for gymnasts to get a sense of what other clubs are doing within the sport.

“For the girls, it was nice to see some new faces and see different styles from different clubs. Everyone brings something a little bit unique to their sport, so the spectrum of not just ability but style and the obvious love for gymnastics (was great),” she said. “It was really neat for our girls to witness it.”

While Whistler Gymnastics only had three athletes competing after their teammates suffered injuries or were unavailable, those who did take part put up some impressive results.

Competing in the JO 6 (Sr.) category, Sophie Firth put up a combined 36.6 over the four events to tie for first place with two others. Firth earned a first-place finish

on the bars to boost her score. In the same category, Gabbi Collins was seventh overall, and she took second in the floor event.

In the JO 6 (Jr.) event, Charlie Craig was fourth overall, taking home second place on the beam and third on the bars.

Firth and Collins are set to graduate from the club, and Jarratt was impressed with how they went out.

“For me, personally, a few of the routines I received as a goodbye gift because they were the most fantastic routines they’d done all season,” she said. “It was definitely bittersweet, because when they’re that

“I think we must have had a really good reputation for them to trust (us) and put that sort of financial commitment to coming to this.”

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good, it’s so sad that they’re leaving but what a great way to leave, being at the top of your game.”

Of the weekend’s 12 sessions, 11 were allowed to have the vault and beam events outside, which is a unique feature Whistler’s event offers.

After pulling off a successful event, Jarratt is already keen for what 2020 will bring.

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Laoyam Eagles victorious in Vancouver PEMBERTON CANOE ASSOCIATION ENJOYS BUSY SPRING

BY DAN FALLOON SEVERAL GRADUATING Laoyam Eagles paddlers went out on top at the Concord Pacific Dragon Boat Festival in Vancouver from June 21 to 23.

The Eagles won the Oddball Workshop Junior Mixed Grand Final in a time of two minutes, 4.168 seconds (2:04.168).

Pemberton Canoe Association (PCA) commodore Karen Tomlinson was impressed with what the team accomplished in the races.

“This year, they were a really committed group of kids. They’ve been together, this group, for a number of years. They were really focused this weekend and they just were on,” she said. “They knew what they wanted to do and the follow-through in their races was really good.”

Tomlinson added that the Eagles had the stamina to be strong finishers, finding extra energy at the end of the race to hold off the competition.

“What I’ve seen this season is they’ve been really strong in the second half of their race. They’ve been working on getting out faster at the start, and getting ahead at the beginning of the race and continuing to finish strong,” she said.

FEELING GOLDEN The Laoyam Eagles react after realizing they won gold at the Concord Pacific Dragon Boat Festival in Vancouver on June 23.

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The PCA’s other junior team, the Laoyam Falcons, took fifth in the TransLink Junior Mixed B Final, made all the more impressive considering several of the paddlers were on the younger end of the 12-to-18 age category.

“There were seven Grade 7s in the boat. It was a young team. There were four kids who had only paddled a couple of

times before the race, so they did so well,” Tomlinson said.

Meanwhile, the Bald Eagles Women’s Crew was fifth in the Sugarfina Premier Women’s B Final, while in the AM1320 Premier Open C Final, the crew scratched, as the Eagles’ championship race was immediately beforehand.

“The adults always go into the weekend,

they always focus on their mixed team boat and I think they were happy with their results for that,” Tomlinson said. “We’ve got an open and a women’s team because we mix the kids in them for those events.

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BY DAN FALLOON THE WHISTLER OFF-ROAD Cycling Association (WORCA) is doing a deep dive into its history to bring riders the Dirty 30 in honour of its three decades in the resort.

The race, which will be held on July 6, will give riders two options—a thriller or a chiller. The thriller course will be 30 kilometres in length and feature 1,800 metres of vertical while the chiller is 18 kilometres with 850 metres of vertical.

WORCA’s director of special events Grant Lamont said both courses were designed with a nod to the past.

“We’re trying to highlight a bit of history, of relationships, and the way the club organically developed,” he said.

Both the thriller and chiller courses will incorporate sections of Comfortably Numb, originally a rogue trail that captured the imaginations of local riders two decades ago.

“People looked at it and said, ‘Rogue trail? This is better than any of the trails in the valley that have been built,’” Lamont recalled. “It was an interesting transition.”

The thriller course will include riders descending Young Lust into the Green Lake Loop—the site of the first-ever WORCA Loonie Race.

“They’ll be following the same loop that they did in the very first Loonie Race,” Lamont said. “A lot of it’s on the Sea to Sky Trail now, but where the Sea to Sky Trail breaks off above Green Lake, there are traverses on the cliffs.”

After the Loop, riders will take on Wish You Were Here, which has nearly 200 metres of climbing across 1.5 kilometres, to get into Comfortably Numb. It’ll have a little extra excitement, with a race-withina-race included.

“It was kind of a goat path to get in there before and wasn’t utilized a lot, but Search and Rescue soon had quite a few calls up in that region. They decided to really brush it out, and now it’s turned into a full-gas climb. You can climb it all, but it’s a really, really hard thing to do, so what we’re going to do is make that a timed section that allows people to see how fast they can go up,” Lamont said.

The idea of offering two separate rides

DOWN AND DIRTY Grant Lamont is heading up WORCA’s Dirty 30 races.

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is a continuation of WORCA’s reimagining of its Toonie Races this year, with some being challenging thrillers and some being less-intense chillers. While Lamont doesn’t think it makes WORCA more inclusive— he feels the events have always been welcoming—it’s a move its members have appreciated after seeing a similar move by their Squamish cousins.

“We’ve had really good feedback on separating the two,” he said. “We decided, instead of alternating the weeks (as Squamish does), we would let the sponsors choose what they’d like to provide.

“It gives people a chance to go out and ride with people in their own zone and not really feel intimidated.”

Once riders return, there will be a barbecue from Whistler Cooks and beers from Coast Mountain Brewing.

Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. while both events will start at 10:30 a.m. The rides start and end at Spruce Grove Park.

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LAOYAM EAGLES FROM PAGE 68 “Most of the adults are parents and they’re saying, ‘We want to go watch the kids race the final than race.’”

In other PCA news, members of the sprint group attended regattas throughout the spring, with two racers, Kieran Nott and Landon Drain, set to take part in the East Sprint Canada Cup in Ottawa this weekend before heading to Regina to do the West Sprint Canada Cup the following weekend.

As well, club members are preparing to try to crack the Canadian team for the

International Va’a Federation’s World Sprint Championships in Hilo, Hawaii in August 2020. The trials for the outrigger competition are set for this September in Calgary.

Lastly, long-time coach Hugh Fisher is joining Heather Hellevang, Sydney van Loon and George McLeod in the Yukon River Quest, which started on June 26 and is set to wrap on June 29.

“He has been wanting to do that race for a number of years, and they finally got an entry in this year,” Tomlinson said. n

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Running helps local overcome anxiety EILEEN CRAIG RECENTLY COMPLETED SECOND SANCTIONED 50-KM RUN

BY DAN FALLOON EILEEN CRAIG’S JOURNEY into becoming a long-distance runner happened innocently enough.

In advance of the inaugural Whistler Half Marathon in 2011, Craig’s sister, Ironman competitor Christine Suter, asked her to help out with the walk-run program.

“It was three weeks into the helping until I realized we were training for the half marathon. Sneaky bugger,” Craig recalled with a chuckle.

Fast forward eight years and Craig is now completing 50-kilometre races like the Wy’east Wonder in Oregon on June 15, crossing the line in seven hours, 41 minutes and 40 seconds (7:41:40).

“It was the most beautiful trail run I’ve ever been on,” the 55-year-old mortgage broker said. “Every time you came out of the woods … you’d get spectacular views of Mount Hood.”

Once Craig hit what she described as a fairly quick cutoff, in which she completed 33 km in about five-and-a-half hours, she took the opportunity to snap a few photos of the natural beauty.

But getting into nature and seeing such

views isn’t the only benefit Craig has seen as a result of her running—in combination with behavioural therapy, she feels exercise has played a major role in managing her anxiety disorder.

is especially important when participating in an activity that seems to invoke them by design.

“When you’re running, you’re halfway to a panic attack. Your heart rate’s already up

“One of the things that really works for me is exercise. I have been able to manage (anxiety) through exercise and some behavioural therapy. Those skills really help me. I can use some of those skills to help push me through.”

- EILEEN CRAIG

“One of the things that really works for me is exercise. I have been able to manage it through exercise and some behavioural therapy. Those skills really help me. I can use some of those skills to help push me through,” she said.

When anxious feelings pop up, Craig feels better equipped to handle them, which

there,” she chuckled. “I used to experience that when I first started running. I would get to the finish line and I would have a panic attack. My breathing’s going and my heart rate’s going, “I kept going and I don’t have that anymore. I can enjoy it for what it is now.”

Suter, of C2Sky Multisport, is proud

of her sister, noting that as a trainer and coach, it’s particularly heartwarming to see someone break through their limitations.

“We would go on runs and if we would get to a different area, she might have an anxiety attack and it was like, ‘We have to turn around,’” she said. “She’s really worked on being able to now understand her anxiety and manage it. Going to do a trail run was something that Eileen never wanted to do because she would be, ‘If I have an anxiety attack, I’m going to be out in the middle of the forest. I can’t do that.’”

Suter added that her sister has made gains in other areas of her life as well as a result of her running.

“I’ve seen an increase in her confidence and her ability to do it. For her, when we talk about things, it’s very social. She just loves the group of people that she has met and now she’s doing all these adventures with,” she said. “She doesn’t hesitate to go out for three or four hours for running.

“Sometimes she would say, ‘I’ve just got to walk,’ and her friends were so supportive of her that they would just walk with her.”

Craig agreed that the social aspect of running has provided a boost for her, as she’s made many new friends after switching from road running to trail running after an injury about five years

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AT THE LINE L-R: Eileen Craig with friends and fellow runners Sonia Mahoney and Fran Hopkins at the finish of the Wy’east Wonder in Oregon on June 15. ago. While the group enters races together, sometimes its members travel just to run, with Craig noting a three-day excursion to

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adventures,” she said.

Craig’s first-ever trail race was certainly an adventure, as she tackled Finlayson Arm

on Vancouver Island last September.

She chose the race for its location and the time of year, but missed some other pertinent details.

“It had 10,000 feet of climbing. It’s one of the hardest 50-km trail runs in Canada,” she said. “When we started, it went up a mountain … I remember thinking, ‘I don’t know if I can do this.’ When I got up, I thought, ‘Oh my God, I can’t go back down there so I’ve got to keep going.’

“I had to work myself through some pretty significant anxiety to get myself to the top.”

Running by herself, Craig was worried about missing the cutoff, but once she realized her pace was adequate, she felt a surge of confidence.

“I made it to the second aid station and I was still in. My whole mind changed. I thought, ‘I’m going to do this. I’m going to finish this now,’” she said. “It’s not just your body. Your brain wants you to give up.”

The race had a 12-hour limit; Craig crossed the line in 11:47:24.

Acknowledging that she has a supportive family, which also includes 100mile runner Janet, as well as her gratitude to live in Whistler, Craig is glad to have found a solution that has suited her needs.

She encouraged people to treat others with kindness, as anxiety can be an invisible burden for others.

“You don’t know who has it. Lots of people have it. We don’t talk about it enough, and this was something that works for me,” she said. n

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Snowboarders, skiers on the rise SPORTS BRIEFS: WARM DEALT TO ROYALS; TENDERFOOT BOOGIE WINNERS nearly 13 minutes better than runner-up Frida Christiansson. Coming in an hour behind Christiansson was the top men’s finisher, Matthis Vogel, who was third overall.

In the 50-km event, 17-year-old Alexandre Campbell placed first in 5:21:13, or 38 minutes better than runnerup Ronan Garvey. There was a tie for top women’s competitor, as both Annie Horning and Paige Howat crossed the line in 7:20:07.

As for the 28-km contest, Guy Polden pulled into the finish 19 minutes ahead of runner-up Tarek Ziade, while Tiera Wilson was the top women’s finisher.

Lastly, Rob Gialloreto and Denika Waddell were the respective men’s and women’s winners in the 13-km sprint event.

BY DAN FALLOON

SEVERAL WHISTLER snowboarders and skiers were named to their respective national programs when rosters were announced earlier this month, and that includes a number of athletes making the jump from their prior levels.

Three provincial team athletes are now part of Canada Snowboard’s NextGen Prospect Group, as slopestyle athletes Juliette Pelchat and Finn Finestone will join Jadyn Chomlack, who made the squad last year. As well, Haili Moyer made the NextGen Group for snowboard-cross.

Slopestyler Darcy Sharpe and snowboardcross racer Zoe Bergermann are back on the national teams, as well.

Finestone, 16, felt like he’d have a good shot at making the squad after a strong 201819 campaign in which he hit the NorAm Cup podium and competed at the FIS Junior World Championships in Sweden.

“I was pretty stoked. I’ve been thinking about it quite a lot after having a really good season, getting lots of points and getting invited to Junior Worlds,” he said. “To hear the news was pretty cool.”

This is the first year of a three-tier system the national organization is implementing in slopestyle, with the NextGen Prospect Group being the first progression out of the provincial team. Next comes the NextGen Team before the national team.

Regardless of the changes, Finestone is glad to be on the radar.

“With NextGen, I’ll have more opportunities. I’ll be higher up in the rankings,” he said.

Pelchat, the national junior champion, was also thrilled to join the local crop on the squad.

“I was really surprised, extremely surprised. I was also really stoked to get this awesome opportunity,” she said.

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athlete with 10 World Cup finishes under her belt. She’s been making a push to qualify for the squad in recent years and is thrilled to make it.

“It’s definitely a huge opportunity to be named to the team. I’ve wanted it for a couple years now,” she said.

Moyer, who recorded her first two podium appearances on the NorAm Cup circuit this season, said it’s a big jump to the World Cup level.

“I feel like I did well to take that step,” she said, adding that she’s hoping to ride primarily on the World Cup tour this coming season.

Moyer moved to Whistler from Ontario in her late teens to pursue her snowboarding dreams, and it’s been a benefit to her riding.

“It’s definitely a game changer, how you ride and the number of days I can get on snow by being out here,” Moyer said.

Meanwhile, Alpine Canada Alpin nominated its 2019-20 squad on June 19.

Eight Whistler Mountain Ski Club alums made the alpine team, with Broderick Thompson, Brodie Seger, Cameron Alexander, Jack Crawford, Kyle Alexander, Manny Osborne-Paradis, Riley Seger and

Stefanie Fleckenstein all cracking the team.

Marielle Thompson and Mikayla Martin, meanwhile, are back on the skicross team, while Mollie Jepsen is returning to the para-Alpine team.

WARM DEALT TO ROYALS Whistler’s Will Warm will wear a new jersey in the 2019-20 Western Hockey League season.

The Victoria Royals traded for the Edmonton Oil Kings defenceman earlier this month. In his 153-game WHL career, Warm has 10 goals and 28 assists, along with 152 penalty minutes. He was named the league’s Humanitarian of the Year after this past season.

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BY LISA RICHARDSON and immerse myself in the general end-ofyear restlessness, but I came because it’s a privilege to get a peek inside this space where my son has been spending his days.

And I want to declare myself an ally.

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Privilege that we’ve gained through unjust systems that marginalize the groups we seek to ally with. It’s not enough to show up in solidarity and speak out against the unjust system, we have to do what is within our power to dismantle the system and differentiate ourselves from the opponents of these groups. We have to change our own

CELEBRATING ELDERS Veronica Bikadi and Heather Joseph teach a Kindergarten class the Ucwalmictws language, at Signal Hill. The students learn about their culture and language along with wool-weaving and meta principles like Célhcelh (feeling connected when working as a team) and Kat’íl’a (seeking spaces of stillness and quietness amidst our busyness and quest for knowledge).

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behaviours and be mindful that we are not contributing to keeping that system going.”

I sit in the gym knowing that the kids aren’t the only ones here on a learning journey.

My son had his first language class 13 days into Kindergarten. He didn’t know any French, he didn’t know the English alphabet, he could count to 20 with the appearance of a few rogue numbers like eleventy-hundred—but there he was learning Ucwalmícwts.

When he started Kindergarten, I mostly hoped he would learn some positive social skills and gain a general enthusiasm for learning. (It felt important to keep my expectations low and non-specific.) This year, in addition to all the things he’s absorbed with his main (and wonderful) dedicated teacher in his art, music and PE classes, he’s also had the chance to learn under the guidance of language and culture teachers, with the support of elders Mary Ann Narcisse and Veronica Bikadi, things like traditional woolweaving, how time is observed, and key Lil’wat learning priniciples such as Kat’íl’a, quiet concentration, and Célhcelh, feeling connected when working as a team.

I watched the assembly of kids, with all their mix of heritages, and wondered if they understood the significance of this sharing—that they get to learn this culture, language and way of looking at the world, side-by-side, regardless of their cultural identity. Do they glimpse the generosity of their teachers as a gift, the way I do?

I wondered if they realize what it means that their principal, Roberta Kubik, in her silver-tassled sneaker-moccasins, makes a territory acknowledgement at the start of assembly, or if they are as inspired as I am when she leads them all around the gym in a dance, moving with a graceful

rhythm, holding the collectively woven wool blanket aloft, looking completely at ease. I wondered if they appreciate having an elder pray over them to Creator in the language the land remembers. I wondered if their hearts swelled up when the elder then offered in English that she is proud of them, of all the kids and teachers and the whole school, for this journey they’re on and for how much they have learned and how much she is learning from them.

That elder is Bikadi. She has greatgreat grandchildren, she was sent away to residential school, she has been teaching the language for almost 20 years, through a difficult era with no resources and very little support, and now, here she is, still guiding, still sharing, still serving, pulling this entire school—all of us—into her circle of care.

Bikadi, whose Ucwalmícwts name is Saẃt, (which sounds to my ears a bit like the word “shout”), meaning “dearest, my favourite one, you stay here,” is a fluent speaker—a precious thing in her community.

She had taught the language for 12 years at Pemberton Secondary School, (where she also worked as a special needs assistant for 19 years), before coming out of retirement in 2012 to serve as a language mentor, along with Narcisse, to her granddaughter, their language teacher, when Signal Hill’s current culture and language program came into being, the result of an Aboriginal Enhancement Agreement negotiated between the school district and the Squamish, N’Quatqua, Lílwat, Samahquam, Skatin and Xa’Xtsa Nations, to enhance aboriginal learning.

Two decades ago, there wasn’t a lot of support for Ucwalmícwts language teachers. And there were no resources.

“I phoned a friend in Lillooet who was

teaching there at the public school and he said, ‘I’m just winging it. I’m in the same boat as you are,’” remembers Bikadi.

She’d look up Kindergarten lesson plans online and search for things that were appropriate for high schoolers, and then literally crafted her own curriculum, applying the Total Physical Response language acquisition methodology that she had been taught at the Chief Atahm school on the Adams Lake reserve near Chase, where that community’s efforts to revive the Secwepemc language were being taught to other Indigenous language teachers from all across the province.

Bikadi speaks of herself as lucky to have been raised in a household where the No. 1 language was Ucwalmícwts. Her foster parents were already in their mid-fifties when Bikadi was brought to them and she speaks of them with immense tenderness.

Her parents “not only spoke the language, but they walked the walk. Anything that needed doing in the community, they were both ready to be there, to help. I couldn’t have asked for better parents. They were very nurturing.”

At the front of the gym, as Bikadi closed her eyes and spoke a prayer of thanks in her soft voice, I thought this indeed is something to celebrate—the generosity and hard work of the resilient, tenacious, thoughtful survivors of a cultural genocide, sharing their language and values with a whole generation of vital twitchy moonfilled beings who drum and dance and weave together, side-by-side, day-by-day dismantling an old oppressive system and building a better one in its place.

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BY BRANDON BARRETT DESPITE WARNINGS that the bubble would burst, B.C’s $280-million craft beer industry is still going strong more than a decade after the boom began. It’s safe to say, however, that the province’s hops-growing sector hasn’t enjoyed quite the same level of success.

In a Vancouver Sun article earlier this month, several growers warned of what the publication called the “looming hoppocalypse,” which has led to some farmers calling for government subsidies to prop up the struggling industry.

B.C. hop farmers face a litany of challenges, from exorbitant production costs, to terrain limiting the variety of strains that can be grown here, not to mention stiff competition south of the border, where large-scale farms in Washington, Oregon and Idaho have a corner on the North American market.

“I think (the industry) is in a place now where it’s recognizing that it can’t compete directly with the U.S.,” said Nic Ollier, owner-operator of Pemberton Hops, a small, one-acre hop farm.

The American hop sector also has a leg up on its northern neighbour simply due to the length of time farmers have had to hone their harvest.

“With brewing, it’s kind of fun because you get to brew a beer every other day. You get to practice, you get to get better,” said Will Miller, of Pemberton microbrewery The Beer Farmers, where the Millers grow their own hops and barley. “With hops, since the beginning of the craft beer boom like 10 years ago, we’ve only had 10 chances to figure out how to process them and preserve them and that kind of stuff. The farming doesn’t move as quickly as craft beer moves.”

Canadian farmers are further hampered by the fact that many of the most popular hop varieties, such as Citra and Galaxy, are produced under license.

With the ever-changing tastes of craft beer drinkers, brewers need a variety of

HOPPED UP Unable to compete with the large-scale U.S. hop farming industry, some B.C. growers are warning of a potential dip in local hop production. hop strains to keep up with consumers’ demands, said Kevin Winter of Whistler’s Coast Mountain Brewery.

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Ollier added that more research needs to be done to determine which hop varieties would be best suited for the local terrain.

“One thing they’re doing at (Pemberton hop farm) Myrtle Meadows is encouraging Canadian universities to do studies to help us figure out what grows well here and how our landscape affects the flavour profiles,” he said.

Not in favour of subsidized farming, Ollier posited cooperative farming as a potential route for local hop growers.

“Us farmers trying to help each other out and sharing costs for production,” he said. “Hops is such an expensive product to get into ground—it’s unbelievably asset heavy. You have to purchase a lot and it’s a few years before you even get a full crop. It’s a really scary product to try and get into.” n

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Whistler Children’s Festival brings fun for kids—and organizers ANNUAL EVENT BACK FOR 36TH YEAR FROM JULY 5 TO 7 IN WHISTLER OLYMPIC PLAZA

BY ALYSSA NOEL OF ALL THE EVENTS Arts Whistler puts on, the Whistler Children’s Festival just might be the most fun to organize.

“It’s someone’s job to scour the internet for fun, new crafts that are coming out,” says Imogen Osborne, programs and events manager with Arts Whistler. “It’s always a fun process getting the list of supplies we need and putting together the crafts.”

Things are no different this year. The festival is marking its 36th installation from July 5 to 7 with crafts, performers, and dance parties throughout the weekend.

The festivities kick off on Friday, July 5, from 4 to 7 p.m. with a free all-ages pyjama party hosted by Ira Pettle, who will also DJ and host throughout the weekend.

“We also have ventriloquist Kellie Haines and Smilin’ Rylan,” Osborne says.

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CRAFTY CREW Kids work on their crafts at the Make-It Tent during last year’s Whistler Children’s Festival.

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For those returning festival-goers, that includes shaggy shakers music makers and trucker hats. Some new crafty additions

day. They include a cedar paddle necklace, buckskin medicine bag, a miniature drum ornament, and a dreamcatcher.

“They’ll have the times there (at the tent) and sign-up sheets for people to sign up,” Osborne adds.

There will also be booths and activities around Whistler Olympic Plaza, as well as

“We always like to look at what was popular in years past and we bring those back because it seems to be the ones people enjoy.”

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are making crowns, decorating paddleballs, and creating birdhouses.

“Those aren’t scheduled,” Osborne adds. “They can drop in and out throughout the day.”

This year, the festival also partnered with the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre, which will be offering four crafts at the Make-It Tent at set times throughout the

performers, like the story-telling Ta-Daa Lady, the Roaming Diva in costume and on stilts, and the Musical Playground.

“The Musical Playground is … the big jumbo-size musical instruments that are fun and colourful,” Osborne says. “(They’re) play-as-you-walk-past type thing.”

Another highlight of the weekend, of course, is the performers. To that end,

the family fun includes Juno-nominated singer-songwriter Will Stroet of Will’s Jams, Bobs and Lolo, also Juno-nominated singer-songwriters, and Circus West circus performers.

“They’re going to be doing a ringside circus show,” Osborne says. “They have some aerial rigging and a portable circus ring.”

In the meantime, organizers are preparing for the big weekend with locals and visitors set to descend upon the grounds. “We get a lot of returning locals coming year after year,” Osborne says. “We see families coming with grandparents, parents, kids. A lot of people are coming year after year and coming back with their family.”

Entry to the festival is $10 per day for kids ages three to 10. Kids two and under and people over 11 years old get in for free.

The crafts in the Make-It Tent range from one to three “fun tickets” which are $5 each.

Up until July 1 you can also purchase a Helping Hands Festival Entry that will allow Whistler Community Services Society to offer free entry to families in need.

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WRITE ON The Writer in Residence group poses for a photo during a workshop as part of last year’s program.

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Whistler Writer in Residence program revives scholarships HORNBY ISLAND WRITER CORNELIA HOOGLAND CHOSEN TO LEAD 2019 PROGRAM

BY ALYSSA NOEL STELLA HARVEY has a hard time believing that 2019 will be the 13th year of the Writer in Residence program.

“It’s unbelievable,” says Harvey, artistic director for the Whistler Writing Society, which runs the program. “Where does the time go?”

The program has seen a huge uptick in applications since it first launched in 2007. Back then, they offered scholarships to cover the fee and ensure that a diverse range of writers were honing their voices.

While that fell to the wayside with increased demand, they’ve decided to bring it back this year.

To that end, two of the 12 spots will be reserved for an equity scholarship program for writers of colour, as well as writers who are Indigenous, part of the LGBTQI2S community, or living with a disability.

“I’ve wanted to do it again and just haven’t had the opportunity,” Harvey says.

“For me, from Day 1 inclusivity was so important to me. Because the program is so popular, it sometimes has been difficult to hold a spot or two for scholarships. It fills up so quickly. What I wanted to do this year is draw a line in the sand. If (no one applies), those two spots are available to anybody else who applies.”

Last Monday, June 24, the Whistler Writing Society announced that Cornelia Hoogland had been chosen as the 2019 Writer in Residence. The poet, fiction, and non-fiction writer is based on Hornby Island and has seven books to her name, among other accolades.

In September, she will move into the Alta Lake Artists Cabin where she will work on her own writing, and also mentor the 12 writers chosen as part of the program.

“I liked the fact that she’s worked in fiction, non-fiction, and poetry,” Harvey says.

“In the past we’ve had a lot of interest from (poets). I wanted to blend that in somehow and Cornelia was the best fit for that because she brings expertise in all three to the table. It makes it a bit more inclusive.”

While Hoogland will determine the format, the writer in residence hosts both individual meetings with the writers as well as group workshops over one to two months.

Writers need to have some experience and be working on a project so they can submit 20 pages by Aug. 16 for Hoogland to read.

“It can be the start of something and they’re not sure where they’re going to go with it,” Harvey says. “It can be as easy as the first chapter or some idea of a short story that you’re working on. In this particular program, it’s for emerging and experienced writers. It’s to get feedback and to have feedback, you have to have some writing done.”

Overall, the program has had an overwhelmingly positive response from participants, with some even going on to form writers groups afterwards.

“A lot of times you don’t get that editorial support with fresh eyes looking at your work and giving you some perspective,” Harvey says. “You get so close to something, you don’t know how to proceed. That kind of feedback that we get … is invaluable and the time with fresh eyes is also invaluable.”

The program is chosen on a first-come, first-served basis. Writers should email Harvey at writers@whistlerwritersfest.com expressing their interest as soon as possible.

The cost is $350 and there will be a waitlist after the initial spots are filled.

The deadline for the scholarship is Aug. 1.

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THE BEATLES or The Stones? It’s an age-old debate (originally positioned, erroneously, as pop vs. rock) but no matter what side you fall on personally, it’s pretty

BY FEET BANKS hard to deny the impact of the Beatles and the fact that they’ve left a stronger legacy.

(Not counting Keith Richards, who will outlive your children’s children.)

Case in point, cinematically The Beatles have a much deeper cadre. Sure, sure, French master Jean-Luc Godard made a Stones flick (1968’s Sympathy for the Devil) but it’s not all that epic, whereas The Beatles had madcap weirdness (A Hard Day’s Night), a one-ring-to-rulethem adventure (Help!), good strong acid

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(Yellow Submarine) and some decent “inspired by” tales (Across the Universe, Nowhere Boy).

And the newest Beatles-inspired flick, hitting screens this week, reminds us of the band’s history of thinking outside the box.

Yesterday stars Himesh Patel (Dev’s brother) as a not-bad-not-great, 20-something singer-songwriter who gets hit by a bus and wakes up to realize the entire world has forgotten about The Beatles—like, in this version of reality the Fab Four just didn’t exist. But Patel can remember, and sing, all their best songs.

The good news here is director Danny Boyle (Trainspotting, Slumdog Millionaire, 28 Days Later) brings a real love for the music and the “what if” concept. The bad news is the script is by the dude who wrote Love Actually and Four Weddings and a Funeral so there is a heavy romantic subplot that ends up overpowering the cool alternate-universe idea.

Sadly, the second half gets a bit hokey, but hey, those Beatles songs are still gold and, ultimately, Yesterday is about timeless music and what it means to us. Too bad Boyle didn’t write it though.

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It’s all fun and games until he has to help Nick Fury save the world, good thing he brought the suit.

The press embargo is still out on this one (I haven’t seen it anyhow) but what we do know is it’s made by the same dude who made the last one (which is also the best Spider-Man flick to date) and we have Tom Holland returning along with Zendaya, (a 22-year-old who is already going by just a single name because she is that good, like Rihanna good) and Jake Gyllenhaal (Brokeback Mountain, Donnie Darko) steps in as Mysterio (aka: the bad guy with a fishbowl head and no super powers except for being a magician/hypnotist/special effects expert...also he might not be a total bad guy this time around).

As the first Marvel flick to come out after Avengers: Endgame apparently brought half the world back to life after a five-year absence (are those people that turned to dust then returned the same age as when he finger-snap erased them? Is the other half

of Peter’s high school class 23 now?), Far From Home has a built in fanbase and will sell a zillion dollars regardless of whether it’s any good. But it doesn’t look too bad and certainly can’t be any worse than the cheesy, cooking, dancing montages in the Sam Raimi-era Spider-Man 3. (Those scenes were so bad they were even lampooned in last year’s animated hit Spider-Man: Into the Spiderverse—still one of the best films of 2018.)

On the small screen, sticking with cartoons, there’s a nifty crossover on Amazon Prime right now: Batman vs Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Granted, the Ninja Turtles were created as a parody of the Batman-style comic plotlines of the day, but the heroes in a half shell have more in common with the caped creator than anyone suspected.

This one is 87 minutes of simple but slick animation (excellent use of slow motion), lots of battles and violence, and the kind of bonkers comic book storyline that makes these small screen offerings fun.

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BY ALYSSA NOEL IF YOU FIND YOURSELF in Squamish on a Thursday this summer, swing by Junction Park downtown to check out a variety of performances each week.

Amped in the Park kicks off on July 4 with a stage that’s welcome to local musicians, comedians, actors and poets.

Performers—who must consider themselves an emerging artist—can sign up online at squamishartscouncil.com/ amped-in-the-park/ to play a set between 10 and 20 minutes.

A group of volunteers, under the Squamish Arts Council, run the event, partly as a way to provide training and sound engineering mentorship to interested volunteers.

Catch the shows every Thursday until Aug. 29.

TEA & TALES RETURNS Tea & Tales is back at the Pemberton Museum July 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 2 to 4 p.m.

The theme of this year’s series is “Local Art—Past and Present.”

Each week, a local presenter will share their stories while attendees enjoy homebacked goods and tea.

Tales start at 3 p.m. For more visit pembertonmuseum.org/.

PAINT THE LIGHT Just like summer itself, the Art on the Lake workshops are now in full swing.

On July 20 and 21, painters can sign

up for Illuminated II—Creating Compelling Light in Your Paintings.

Led by long-time professional painter and art teacher Gaye Adams, the workshop will teach participants how to create the effects of light in their work.

Weather permitting, the class will paint outdoors where they will focus on colour composition and finished field sketches.

“Overall you will learn colour mixing, design, outdoor painting logistics, and other practical techniques to improve light in your paintings,” according to the Arts Whistler description.

The class will build on what was taught last summer, but it’s not mandatory that this year’s students took part in 2018.

Listed as beginner/intermediate, the classes are for painters ages 16 and up and they take place from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The cost is $275 for Arts Whistler members or $300 for non-members. To find out more or sign up, visit https:// artswhistler.com/event/illuminated-2.

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WHISTLER FOUNDERS Alex and Myrtle Philip outside their home in Vancouver. The pair lived in Vancouver for only four years before moving to Alta Lake for the rest of their lives.

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BY ALLYN PRINGLE WORKING AT THE Whistler Museum, we sometimes forget that not everyone has heard of the story of Rainbow Lodge and its owners Alex and Myrtle Philip.

Every so often we’ll be reminded, sometimes by a student on a field trip fascinated to learn that their school was named after a real person or by a visitor to Rainbow Park who wants to know why there are old buildings in the bushes.

The story of Alex and Myrtle Philip began far away from Alta Lake, on the other side of the continent in Maine.

The Philip family emigrated to Maine from Scotland when Alex was just a baby.

Some members of the family later travelled and worked in British Columbia and as a young man, Alex joined his father to work on the west coast.

In 1906, Myrtle was 15, attending school in Maine prior to becoming a teacher, and boarding at the Philip family house.

The two met when Alex returned home to visit his mother. As Myrtle described it, “I came home from school that day for lunch, dashed into the front door and threw my sweater on the stair rail and dashed through to the kitchen where we were to have our lunch and I ran plumb into his arms in the little hallway … And that was it.”

For four years, the pair wrote to each other (Myrtle called it “courtship by correspondence”) and were married in Oregon in 1910 before moving to Vancouver.

In Vancouver, Alex met John Millar, who was then living near Alta Lake in a cabin on the Pemberton Trail. Though described as a “funny looking little fellow,” Millar made such an impression on the Philips that the next summer, they made the journey up to visit him. (Keep an eye out for John Millar as part of the museum’s parade float on Canada Day!).

In the archives, we have a recording of Myrtle’s account of their first trip to Alta Lake. After arriving at Squamish by boat, they took the stagecoach to Brackendale where they stayed the night at the Bracken Arms, “a quaint hotel.” They had arranged for the use of a packhorse to carry their supplies and, after getting some help to attach the pack to the horse, they started on their way up the Pemberton Trail.

By the time they reached Millar’s cabin two days later, Myrtle had become proficient in attaching the pack but both were happy to reach the relative comfort of Millar’s hospitality. His accommodations may have been described as “three or four old shacks” but his cooking more than made up for the structures. Myrtle, who prided herself on her pies, claimed he made “pastry that would just melt in your mouth and bread that was just out of this world.”

(Millar has also been mentioned by others for his muskrat stew and steller’s jay pie.)

This trip also featured Myrtle’s first time fly fishing. Using old rafts they found at the lake (also described as “three or four poles tied together with any old thing”), Myrtle and Alex ventured out on Alta Lake. Thinking that using two flies might mean catching two fish, Myrtle put two flies on her line and, unexpectedly, caught two fish. Fortunately the fish were small, as Myrtle claimed that “I got so excited that I nearly fell off the raft.”

The Philips returned for another visit and in 1913, they purchased property along Alta Lake from Charlie Chandler. With help from Myrtle’s father Sewall Tapley and her brothers and sister, they built the main lodge and were open for business by 1915.

The construction and operation of Rainbow Lodge could fill multiple articles (and they just might in the coming months), but the roles of Alex and Myrtle over the decades may have most succinctly described in A Short History of the Garibaldi Area by Ian Barnet: “Alex is the drinker and greeter of guests; Myrtle the business operator.” n

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1 PUTTING OUT FIRES Pique joined Whistler mayor and council on Tuesday, June 25 for a firsthand look at how the Whistler Fire Rescue Service firefighters train and what tools they have at their disposal. PHOTO BY MEGAN LALONDE. 2 VROOM VROOM The Porsche Rally took over the Pemberton Airport on Saturday, June 22. PHOTO SUBMITTED. 3 WHISTLER TREX WINNERS Five Whistler Trex (a Girl Guide program for girls aged 12 to 17 that focuses on the outdoors and camping) were joined

by Whistler RCMP member Cst. Jessica Mucha as they received their Canada Cord, the highest award at their level, earlier this month. L to R: Shira Flann, Cst. Jessica Mucha, Ashley Knapton, Nancy Knapton, Sacchi Train, Charlie McCullough, Emily Stalker and Emma Mullings. PHOTO SUBMITTED. 4 FIRE SEASON A wildfire burning between Horseshoe Bay and Lions Bay has caused several delays for commuters along the Sea to Sky Highway since it broke out on Sunday, June 23. PHOTO BY JENELLE PRITCHARD. 5 GREAT LAKE CLEANUP Planning on taking a dip in any of Whistler’s lakes this summer? You can thank the team of volunteers who came out on Saturday, June 22 as part of the seventh annual Great Lake Cleanup for keeping Whistler’s waters pristine. PHOTO BY CATHY JEWETT. 6 GLACIER MELT Forget the summer solstice—this is the real sign of summer’s official arrival. Despite foggy, cold weather, Wedgemount Lake was completely melted on Sunday, June 23. PHOTO BY MEGAN LALONDE. 7 WHITEWATER RODEO More than 230 locals came together for a day of fun and fundraising on Tuesday, June 18 in support of the Zero Ceiling Society of Canada’s fight to end youth homelessness. The community raised $30,000, while team ‘Blood, Sweat and Beers’ took home the winning paddle—after winning a tie-breaking dance-off at the after party. The all-green team, otherwise known as ‘Team Missionary’ took home best costume. PHOTO SUBMITTED. 8 PUMPED The Green Lake Gas Station celebrated its three-year anniversary on Friday, June 21. PHOTO SUBMITTED.

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The Tenors celebrate Canada Day— Whistler-style CATCH THE CANADIAN POP-OPERA TRIO AT WHISTLER OLYMPIC PLAZA ON JULY 1

BY ALYSSA NOEL THINK BACK—WAY BACK to Game 1 of the NBA Finals on May 31.

It might be hard to remember, given the celebrating that’s ensued since The Raptors’ nation-shaking win, but kicking it all off was Canadian pop-opera act The Tenors with a rendition of “O Canada.”

It was the first time the national anthem had been sung at an NBA Finals game.

“That was a massive experience for us,” says Fraser Walters, one of the three voices in the trio. “To be tapped and invited was just an otherworldly experience. The energy in that building—let alone across Canada— The Raptors really became the Canadian Raptors in that moment. We could feel the energy from coast to coast.”

But there was also pressure associated with the gig. As Walters points out, anthems at major sporting events can sometimes be fraught.

Back in 2016, the trio was downsized from a quartet when fourth member Remigio Pereira changed a line of the anthem to “We’re all brothers and sisters.

All lives matter to the great” before the 2016 MLB All-Star Game.

The Black Lives Matter movement—and its supporters—saw it as political stance against their cause.

“There’s a lot of controversial history with anthems—we’ve been involved in it ourselves,” Walters says. “We wanted to

CANADA DAY The Tenors play Whistler Olympic Plaza on July 1.

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honour the moment and make it about the unification of our country. We feel it couldn’t have gone better. It was amazing to have the whole crowd singing with us.”

The Tenors have performed for plenty of other big-name events—and celebrities.

They run the gamut from the White House Christmas tree lighting for the Obama family to the G20 Summit, the opening of the 2010 Olympic Games in Vancouver, and The Oprah Winfrey Show with Celine Dion.

They have also shared the stage with some big names over the years—including some that were a surprise.

“There are still moments you might be going to a private event and we haven’t been told ahead of time who might be there—a lot

Walters grew up in the Lower Mainland—he now lives in New York with his family, while Clifton Murray lives in Vancouver, and Victor Micallef is in

“There might be a couple of fun, upbeat numbers to get the crowd involved—maybe some sing along stuff. I hope they’re warmed up and ready to join in. It’s a mix—you’ll hear a couple we wrote for ourselves and familiar classics.”

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of those performers are secret,” Walters says.

“They don’t want to let the cat out of the bag. One of those instances it was Paul McCartney. It was incredible walking in at sound check and seeing him on stage.”

There might not be any members of The Beatles in attendance, but there are plenty of other reasons Walters is looking forward to The Tenors’ Canada Day show in Whistler on July 1.

Toronto—and often came up to Whistler for some fun in the mountains.

“I grew up in Richmond, went to UBC, so Vancouver is my hood,” he says. “I grew up skiing in Whistler … This is the first time we’re doing a big outdoor show and obviously we’re honoured to be chosen for this kind of momentous celebration. We’re going to bring all our energy and more. And a lot of our families are going to be there

partying with us.”

With the group working on its sixth album later this fall, they have plenty of material to draw from, he adds.

“There’s no shortage of songs to choose from, but we like to curate the list based on where we are and the expected audience,” Walters says.

“There might be a couple of fun, upbeat numbers to get the crowd involved— maybe some sing along stuff. I hope they’re warmed up and ready to join in. It’s a mix— you’ll hear a couple we wrote for ourselves and familiar classics.”

Some of those “familiar classics” include well-loved songs to which they bring their emotive blended harmonies, like “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “Forever Young,” and “Hallelujah.”

“Honestly, every time you sing (a song like ‘Hallelujah’), it’s almost like it’s the first time,” Walters says.

“There’s a depth to that lyric and melody, but we have a renewed energy every time we’re on stage because it’s a new collection of people in the audience.”

The Tenors perform at Whistler Olympic Plaza for free on July 1 as part of Canada Day celebrations at 8 p.m. n

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SWEET SOUNDS Alex Johnson (left) and Gordie Johnson, two of the members of Big Sugar. The band is set to play in Squamish on Saturday, June 29.

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BY ALYSSA NOEL IT’S BEEN A TUMULTUOUS few years for Big Sugar.

The veteran Canada reggae-rock band were getting ready to release a record when bassist Garry Lowe was diagnosed with cancer in 2016. He passed away last July, forever altering the band’s dynamic.

“That’s not the only thing that happened in that time period,” says frontman Gordie Johnson, over the phone while travelling through his home state of Texas. “We were fighting on a lot of fronts. At one time we had a record finished and we had band members leaving without notice—and at the height of dealing with the Garry thing.”

Ultimately, the band’s drummer left the band and they decided to scrap the record, instead focusing on a tribute show for Lowe in Toronto. In the end, everyone from Barenaked Ladies to Bedouin Soundclash, Broken Social Scene, and Danko Jones—to name just a few acts—performed at the show last December.

“We brought 50 musicians together and put them all on one stage,” Johnson says.

While the group is still healing from the loss, they’re set to tour Canada this summer—including a stop headlining Backyard Après at Norman Rudy’s on Saturday, June 29—and a revamped version of the album, Eternity Now, is set to be released in the near future.

“When our drummer split, he had co-written a bunch of songs and I didn’t want to get into the drama of it,” Johnson says, explaining why they ditched the first album. “That didn’t represent us anymore. The things we were singing and the songs we had written together, we’re not represented by that anymore. When a major thing happens in your life, you have different things to sing about, other than

having a good time.”

Instead, Johnson and his wife, Alex (who is also in the band), sat down and rewrote it entirely. “(We) focused on, ‘Let’s write an album on purpose,’” he adds. “It’s an album—how we got through it, that’s something people can relate to and it’s really meaningful to us.”

In fact, it was the first time in the band’s long history that they didn’t largely collaborate with outside musicians—the one exception being a worthy choice.

“This record has five band members— except for one song Alex (Lifeson) from Rush plays a guitar solo,” he says. “Al played with us on one of Garry’s very last performances … He’s been super supportive of me.”

They’ve already been showcasing some of those tracks live, Johnson adds.

“That’s something we’ve always done,” he says. “We were playing ‘Diggin a Hole’ (their ’96 hit) almost a year before it was recorded and released. It was already a hit with our fans.”

With over three decades behind them, Johnson says they’ve been happy to continue seeing new faces out in the crowds. “We have two teenagers and they come to shows quite often,” he says. “They have an interesting feel of the demographic.

It’s interesting to see it through their eyes.

Because of the internet and proliferation of how easy it is to research music from any era, we have just as many 20 year olds yelling for ‘Ride Like Hell.’ (They) weren’t even born when that was made.”

Catch Big Sugar at Backyard Après on Saturday, June 29 from 2 to 9 p.m. at Norman Rudy’s in Squamish. There are shuttles running from Tapley’s Pub in Whistler at 1 p.m. and leaving Norman Rudy’s at 10 p.m. Tickets are $15 for a round trip.

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animal Ira Pettle, will take place on Library Plaza from 10 to 11 a.m. (or inside if it’s raining). While you’re here, stop by the Youth Services desk to pick up your Summer Reading Record and to sign up for our amazing summer programs! > 10-11 am > Whistler Public Library

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WALK AND TALK SERIES, PERMANENT COLLECTION

Docents will provide visitors with an introduction to the Audain Art Museum and its permanent collection.

Visitors will be encouraged to explore the galleries afterwards. These drop-in tours are free with the purchase of admission or museum membership.

604-962-0413. > 1 pm > Audain Art Museum

COMMUNITY

BNI MOUNTAIN HIGH

BNI provides a positive and structured environment for development and exchange of quality business referrals. It does so by helping you build personal relationships with dozens of other qualified business professionals. Register by emailing melissa@ betterbrainhealth.info. $20. > 6:45-8:30 am > Whistler Chamber Boardroom

WOMEN’S KARMA YOGA

Drop-in for weekly yoga classes led by an all-female team of certified, 200-hour yoga instructors. Includes mat use and childminding. All women, all ability levels welcome. This program is made possible by yoga instructors and childminders donating their time.

Contact us to join the team. Free. 604-962-8711. > 9:30-10:30 am > Whistler Women’s Centre

ACTIVATE AND CONNECT FOR SENIORS 50+

Connect with friends, new and old, through weekly activities. Meet at Whistler Community Services Society.

In partnership with Mature Action Community. > 9:30-11 am > Whistler Community Services

SUMMER PROGRAM KICK-OFF DAY!

Come celebrate the beginning of summer with a dance party! This all-ages celebration, hosted by local party

PARENT INFANT DROP-IN

An opportunity to develop a supportive social network with other parents of young babies. Speakers and a public health nurse are often in attendance. Free. > 11 am-12:30 pm > Whistler Public Library

ROTARY CLUB OF WHISTLER MILLENNIUM

Join the Rotary Club of Whistler Millennium to learn about what the club is doing to support your local community and international projects. Lunch is available for $20. Everyone welcome. > 12:15 pm > Pan Pacific Mountain Side

DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB

The club meets every week and visitors are welcome.

For a partner, please call Gill at 604-932-5791. > 1-5 pm > Whistler Racquet Club

PARENT SUMMER WORKSHOP WITH MATT HAZEL

Hazel Tutoring is offering a free workshop that introduces parents to a massive selection of simple and engaging activities that they can do with their child over the summer break to keep them up to speed.

You will leave with unlimited access to both online and practical resources and activities for a range of ages and abilities. > 5:30-6:30 pm > Whistler Public Library

ZUMBA WITH SUSIE

Lole Whistler and Susie Douglas are collaborating for this Zumba session. Grab a friend and head on down to our local Maury Young Arts Centre. We ask you bring a non-perishable food item to donate to our local food bank to support our community. Free. > 6-7 pm > Maury Young Arts Centre

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WHISTLER YOUTH BAND

Let the trumpets sing! The Whistler Youth Band is a beginner band for youth ages 10 and up. Grab an instrument and make music with friends. > 6-7:30 pm > Myrtle Philip Community School

WHISTLER FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP

The Whistler monthly support group is organized by the North Shore Schizophrenia Society for family and friends of those with a mental health challenge.

Receive support from others who have been there. No registration is required. > 6:30 pm > Whistler Secondary School

EVENTS + FESTIVALS

B.C. OVERLAND RALLY

B.C. Overland Rally (BCOR) is coming to Whistler Olympic Park June 27-30, 2019. Travelling and camping enthusiasts, known as overlanders, will gather to learn and share stories. BCOR organizer Ray Hyland and those who attend welcome new people. 604-889-2169. > 1-10 pm > Whistler Olympic Park

KARAOKE WITH JACK-QUI NO

Put it on the rocks and call it a show! Hosted by Jack-Qui No. > 8-11 pm > Pangea Pod Hotel

KYLER J. PIERCE

Embarking on his solo career after an extensive music career around the Fraser Valley. > 8-11 pm > Mallard Lounge

MR TWITCH ACOUSTIC LIVE

Mr Twitch will be bringing his acoustic set of old school hip-hop, soul, R&B and EDM tracks. Expect to hear stuff like Cypress Hill, Major Lazer, The Fugees, Bill Withers and Kanye West. Not your usual set of covers! > 8:30-11:30 pm > Black’s Pub & Restaurant

SHUT UP AND PARTY

Start your weekend off one night early and come get wild with Whistler’s loosest bar staff. With music from Fidel Cashflow and DJ Shearer. Email info@maxxfish. com for VIP and other special perks. > 9 pm > Maxx Fish

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Venture on out to Function Junction for the most sophisticated après of the week! Funk, soul, jazz, blues, rare groove, disco and other rare beats curated by Stache, paired with some of the best beer and service in Whistler! Free. > 3:30-7:30 pm > Coast Mountain Brewing

Start your weekend early with a handcrafted cocktail.

Then hit the dancefloor or rock our legendary dancing cage with help from DJ Peacefrog. > 7 pm > Buffalo Bills

LOCALS’ NIGHT

Party at Whistler’s longest-running locals’ night.

Specials all night long. For VIP table bookings or guest list, email info@garfinkels.ca. > 7:30 pm > Garfinkel’s

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Team 3: Richie Boles, Cazza Thurliman. > 9 pm-2 am > Tommys Whistler

Enjoy a musical journey of nostalgia curated by Mr. Twitch. Disco-funk-hip-hop-house and whatever else.

Old-school vibes, remixes mash-ups and new stuff to keep you on your toes. Free. 604-962-0601. > 9 pm-midnight > Three Below

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PRESCHOOL STORY TIME

Books, songs and rhymes for preschool-aged children, accompanied by a caregiver. Registration is not required. > 10:30 am > Whistler Public Library

WALK AND TALK SERIES, PERMANENT COLLECTION > 1 pm > Audain Art Museum

WALK AND TALK SERIES, SPECIAL EXHIBITION

Docents will provide visitors with an introduction to the Audain Art Museum and its special exhibition. Visitors will be encouraged to explore the galleries afterwards.

These drop-in tours are free with the purchase of admission or museum membership. > 5:30 pm > Audain Art Museum

WHISTLER MUSEUM

Learn more about Whistler’s culture and history.

Now open by donation. > Daily 11am-5pm, Thu until 9pm > Whistler Museum

THE CULTURAL CONNECTOR: A JOURNEY OF ADVENTURE AND DISCOVERY

Grab a Cultural Connector guide and explore Whistler’s world of culture. As you follow the Cultural Connector route, you’ll discover the stories that enrich Whistler’s culture, the venues that celebrate it and the milestones that we’ve achieved along the way. The pathway will lead you through beautiful surroundings and six cultural institutions: Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre, Whistler Museum, Whistler Public Library, Maury Young Arts Centre, Lost Lake PassivHaus, and Audain Art Museum. Free. > Ongoing > Maury Young Arts Centre

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WELCOME CENTRE MULTICULTURAL MEET UP

Come and say, “hi” if you are new to Canada and Whistler! Everyone and every age is welcome. Casual meet up, workshops, information about living in Canada. Check calendar at welcomewhistler.com for full details. Contact info@welcomewhistler.com or 604-698-5960. > 9:30 am-noon > Whistler Public Library

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and sharing his passion for music with others. Drawing influences from all four corners of the globe, his appetite, understanding and energetic delivery will guarantee a funky smorgasbord of beats. Free. > 9 pm-1 am > Three Below

BAND CAMP

Band Camp is a local talent development night at Black’s Pub. This is where new talent to Whistler debuts and artists who have been honing their skills at Jam Night’s make their debut. This week it is Nicole and Alex a.k.a. Hot Licks on guitar and vocals from 9 pm. Free.

604-932-6408. > 9 pm-midnight > Black’s Pub & Restaurant

THURSDAY NIGHT FUNK FEATURING DJ DAKOTA

He spins old school and new school, ya need to learn though, he burns baby BURNS … like a hip-hop inferno! No cover. > 10 pm-2 am > The Keg

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WORKBC EMPLOYMENT SERVICES DROP IN

Drop in to the Pemberton Public Library every Thursday afternoon and learn how WorkBC can assist you in your job search and career planning. All services are free.

For details, call 1-877-932-1611. > 1-5 pm > Pemberton Library (Pemberton)

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PRESCHOOL STORY TIME

Books, songs, and rhymes for preschool children, accompanied by a caregiver. > 10:30-11 am > Whistler Public Library

WHISTLER PARKS FOOD TRUCK BLOCK PARTY

To launch the Whistler parks food truck program join us in the Upper Village to preview the food trucks coming to Whistler parks this summer. We will be celebrating food and beverage with neighbouring businesses and local park operators and admission to the block party is free. > 12-5 pm > Upper Village

GAMES CAFE

Come in and enjoy a massive selection of popular games. Sunday to Thursday. > 4-8 pm > Cranked Espresso Bar

WHISTLER YOUTH CENTRE DROP-IN

For ages 13 to 18. We offer ping pong, a skateboard mini-ramp (skateboards and helmets to borrow), free Wi-Fi, Xbox One, PS3 & PS4, guitars, board games, a projector and widescreen TVs. Free. 604-935-8187. > 3:30-11 pm > Maury Young Whistler Youth Centre

SPORTS

WHISTLER TRI CLUB SWIM SQUAD

Triathlon focused swim squads. Full details at whistlertriclub.com/training-sessions. Free to members for fall (includes entry into Meadow Park). Nonmembers $8 drop-in (includes entry into Meadow Park). > 6-7:15 am > Meadow Park Sports Centre

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INDOOR PICKLEBALL DROP-IN

Have fun in a relaxed setting learning the fastest growing sport in North America. Beginners, new players, and more skilled players are welcome.

Equipment provided. $10. 604-932-1991. > 4-6 pm > Whistler Racquet Club

MUSIC

KYLER J PIERCE

Kyler is embarking on his solo career after an extensive music career around the Fraser Valley. > 3:30-5:30 & 8-11 pm > Mallard Lounge

LIVE MUSIC

Solo artists perform every week, except on the first Friday of every month when they swap out for a full band. No cover, no lineups. > 6-9 pm > Whistler Brewing Company

LADIES’ NIGHT

We have a gift for all ladies. Enjoy a glass of champagne then hit the dancefloor and dance the night away with DJ Peacefrog. Info@buffalobills.ca for guestlist or table bookings. > 7 pm > Buffalo Bills

DOGHOUSE AT ALPINE CAFE

A local favourite, playing classic tunes that are sure to pull a few heartstrings! Free. > 7-9 pm > Alpine Cafe

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CHAMPAGNE FRIDAY

Kick off your weekend at Garf’s. Get on the guest list and join the party: info@garfinkels.ca. > 7:30 pm > Garfinkel’s

MUSIC OF THE NIGHT: THE CONCERT TOUR

A concert celebration of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s 70th Birthday and his acclaim as the most successful musical theatre composer of all time. Featuring Webber’s most iconic theatrical music including selections from Phantom of the Opera, Evita, Cats, Jesus Christ Superstar, Sunset Blvd, and more! $30/25.

604-935-8410. > 7:30-9:30 pm > Maury Young Arts Centre

FEEL GOOD FRIDAYS

Start the weekend off right with music by B.C.’s finest party DJs mixing the best in hip hop, rap, R&B and party anthems. Whistler’s most energetic dancefloor. > 9:30 pm > Moe Joe’s

FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE

Live music by Whistler favourites, Red Chair. > 9:30 pm > Tapley’s Pub

FRIDAY NIGHT ALL LOVE NO CLUB Shake off your work week by grooving to deep cuts featuring classics and future gems ... you can’t help but move to the beats! No cover. > 10 pm-2 am > The Keg

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PEMBERTON FARMERS’ MARKET

Pemberton Farmers’ Market brings together Pemberton area producers and consumers creating a marketplace for vibrant collections of fresh produce, delicious food, unique art and more. Come meet and support local “makers, bakers and growers,” enjoy live music every Friday from June to October. Free. 604-966-4422. > 3-6:30 pm > Pemberton Downtown Community Barn

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WALK AND TALK SERIES, PERMANENT COLLECTION > 1 pm > Audain Art Museum

WALK AND TALK SERIES, SPECIAL EXHIBITION > 3 pm > Audain Art Museum

SINGING WITH THE BABIES

Learn songs and rhymes to soothe and entertain baby while encouraging early language development. For kids up to walking age. Free. > 11-11:30 am > Whistler Public Library

FAMILY TOGETHER TIME

A parent-directed hour with board games, crafts and a story corner with felt puppets. A drop-in program for families of all ages. Free. > 3:30-4:30 pm > Whistler Public Library

WHISTLER YOUTH CENTRE DROP-IN

> 6-10 pm > Maury Young Whistler Youth Centre

MUSIC

MARC CHARRON

One man band on the run, songwriter, world traveller original van lifer. > 3:30-5:30 & 8-11 pm > Mallard Lounge

SOUL CLUB WITH DJ BEN KEATING AT ALPINE CAFE

Spinning the vinyls and bringing the beats, DJ Ben Keating has all the sounds that make you wanna dance! Free. > 7-9 pm > Alpine Cafe

PIQUECAL SATURDAY NIGHT SHAKER

With music from Fidel Cashflow and DJ C Stylez, two of Whistler’s hardest-working and most-loved DJs spinning the best in Top 40, mash-ups, electro, hip hop and party anthems that will keep your booty shakin’ all night long. Email info@maxxfish.com for VIP and other special perks. > 9 pm > Maxx Fish

BROTHER TWANG

Come wind down your ski day or ramp up your Saturday night festivities with the boys from Brother Twang. > 9 pm-midnight > FireRock Lounge

WHISTLER FARMERS’ MARKET

The market hosts an average of 90 local vendors showcasing fresh fruit, produce, artisan crafts and food products. > 11 am-4 pm > Upper Village

EVENTS + FESTIVALS

B.C. OVERLAND RALLY

LIVE @ BLACK’S

Every Friday and Saturday, party with local and touring musicians at Black’s Pub. > 9 pm > Black’s Pub & Restaurant

> 8-11 am > Whistler Olympic Park

MUSIC

MR TWITCH ACOUSTIC LIVE

LADIES’ NIGHT

It’s Whistler’s No. 1 stop for stag and stagette parties.

DJ Turtle and friends mix up everything from hip hop, R&B, new rap, dance hall and Top 40 bangers. Email guestlist@moejoes.com for VIP and group perks. > 9:30 pm > Moe Joe’s

SATURDAY NIGHT ALL LOVE NO CLUB

He got your blood pumping last night, now satiate your thirst for amazing cocktails and unique beats with tyMetal’s eclectic DJ feats. No cover. > 10 pm-2 am > The Keg

SUPREME SATURDAY

DJ Nikky from Vancouver brings the Whistler’s biggest weekend party and best vibe. VIP champagne parades along with the hottest hip hop and remixes! For VIP and guest list, email info@garfinkels.ca. > 10 pm > Garfinkel’s

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interactive activities. Open to all, but mainly intended for kids ages five to 11. All kids must be accompanied by a parent. Nature camps run all summer too. For more information go to aware.org. Free. > 10-11:30 am > Whistler Public Library

Mr Twitch will be bringing his acoustic set of old school hip-hop, soul, R&B and EDM tracks. Expect to hear stuff like Cypress Hill, Major Lazer, The Fugees, Bill Withers and Kanye West. Not your usual set of covers! Free. > 12-3 pm > Stonesedge

LIVE MUSIC SUNDAYS

Join us on our patio every Sunday afternoon for live music featuring Whistler musicians. Great tunes and great vibes all summer long! Free. > 3-5 pm > Merlin’s Bar & Grill

GAMES NIGHT AT PANGEA

Challenge your crew: Cards Against Humanity, Jenga, Settlers of Catan, HedBanz, and many more. Drinks and food specials all night long. > 4 pm > Pangea Pod Hotel

MARC CHARRON > 8-11 pm > Mallard Lounge

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SUNDAYS AT THE POINT

This summer tradition invites the whole family to enjoy Sunday afternoons all season-long with live music by local and visiting musicians, bocce on the grass, the Obstacles art show in the lodge and a café menu featuring Ophra’s famous ethnic cuisine, desserts, specialty coffees and cold drinks. Free. 604-698-5482. > 12-4 pm > The Point

WALK AND TALK SERIES, PERMANENT COLLECTION > 1 pm > Audain Art Museum

WALK AND TALK SERIES, SPECIAL EXHIBITION > 3 pm > Audain Art Museum

COMMUNITY

AWARE KIDS NATURE CLUB

These free sessions educate local and visiting youth about all things environmental through fun and

With music from T-Zen and DJ Shearer. Keep your weekend alive, and join us on Sunday nights for one of Whistler’s wildest industry nights. Email info@ maxxfish.com for VIP plus special perks. > 9 pm > Maxx Fish

SOULFUL SUNDAYS

Soul Club Whistler spinning that funky soul soundtrack. > 9 pm > Black’s Pub & Restaurant

OPEN MIC JAM NIGHT

An open stage invitation for all who can sing, perform or even just wanna jam out with our house band.

Whistler’s longest-running jam night every Sunday at Crystal Lounge. All instruments are provided. > 9 pm > Crystal Lounge

SUNDAY SESSIONS

The best locals’ party in Whistler. > 9 pm > Tapley’s Pub

THE SUNDAY GLOW PARTY

Moe Joe’s is transformed into a psychedelic, UV-infused rave cathedral, as Fidel Cashflow, Zapps and La Dooda cook up an aural feast of house and electro beats.

Arrive early to beat the line. > 9 pm > Moe Joe’s

Friends of Xet’olacw Community School The Lil’wat Nation Board of Education and the Xet’olacw Community School Staff and Students wish to recognize and thank the following people/organizations that have contributed to our school: » New Relationship Trust Foundation (Donation of $5,000.00) » Liz Barrett (and friends from Whistler) • Jump Math Support • Staff Conferences • Grant Lobbying » Whistler Blackcomb (Ski Program, Donation to the Breakfast/ Lunch Program) » Lil’wat Nation Bursary » Stl’atl’imx Tribal Police Award and Bursary » Squamish Lillooet Regional District (SLRD) (2 Bursaries for $750.00 each) » Ts’zil Learning Centre Award and Bursary » Isaac Wells Bursary (Xet’olacw Community School Gym Rec. Committee) » Wellness Department, Lil’wat Nation » Bruce Miller (Donation of Potatoes for the Salmon Barbecue) » Lil’wat Forestry Ventures (Preparing Lil’wat Place for the Salmon Barbecue) » Rosalin Edmonds (Donation of Bulk food for the Breakfast Program) » Graham Turner, Lil’wat Retail Operations General Manager (box of Door Prize Donations for the Mega Bingo) » Parents and Community (Door Prizes and Hamper items for Mega Bingo) » Dave and Gloria (Donation to XCS Mega Bingo – use of Bingo Machine) » Murphy Construction (Canucks #53 Jersey – Bo Horvat) » Cory Smith (Santa) » Ts’zil Learning Centre (Box of Chalk and Brushes) » Gelpcal Ashley Joseph (Hand Drumming and assisting Intermediate Students in making Hand Drums and Painting) » Jason Wallace (Hand Drumming) » Chief Dean Nelson (Skalula7 Camp Work and Hand Drumming) » Vince Pierre (Hand Drumming) » Families who attend XCS Sáquta » Salvation Army (Donation of Clothes) » Rohan Farms, Pemberton BC (Provided Space and Horses for Equine Therapy for Elementary Students) » Copper Cayuse, Pemberton BC (Provided Space, Horses, Wrangler for the Grade 6 Field Trip and High School Super Course) » Dreamcatcher Meadows, Pemberton BC (Provided Space and Breeding Education for High School Super Course) » Conti Evolution (Document Camera) » First Nations Schools Association (Smart Board) » Liz Barrett (Animal and Bird Photos labelled in Ucwalmicwts) We apologize if we have omitted anyone.

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SUNDAY NIGHT THEORY

tyMetal’s diversified taste translates to deep cuts featuring classics and future gems, guaranteed to tweak your brain stem! No cover. > 10 pm-2 am > The Keg

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OPEN MIC

Come join in with this afternoon of music. Bring your instruments and come early to sign up. > 12-2 pm > Grimms Deli (Pemberton)

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CANADA DAY PANCAKE BREAKFAST

Kick off your Canada Day with a pancake breakfast. > 9-11am > Whistler Olympic Plaza

PIQUE PEDAL PARADE

Bring your bike decked out or decorate on site. This year’s theme is “Wild West Coast. “ Sign in at 10:30 am. Bike judging is at 11 am and prizes at 11:30 am.

The parade begins at noon. > 10:30 am > Municipal Hall parking lot

CANADA DAY PARADE

Dress in a red and white outfit and celebrate with Whistler in a Canadian style. The parade kicks off at noon and meanders along the Village Stroll, from Olympic Plaza for Mountain Square. > 12 pm > Whistler Olympic Plaza

THE TENORS

The Tenors will perform classical music at the open concert space at the Whistler Olympic Plaza on July 1.

Bring a blanket or a camping chair for a memorable evening under the stars. > 8 pm > Whistler Olympic Plaza

SPORTS

WHISTLER TRI CLUB SWIM SQUAD

> 6-7:15 am > Meadow Park Sports Centre

MUSIC

MONDAY NIGHT LIVE WITH WHAT A RACKET!

Local legend Monty Biggins offers hits of the eras in an Americana Swing sound. His soulful voice has been described as a journey of the heart. An entire rat pack in one man, he’ll tip his glass to you with that jazzy swagger. > 7-10 pm > Pangea Pod Hotel

MARTINI MONDAY > 7:30 pm > Buffalo Bills

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SEAN ROSE

Gritty, soulful vocals twists through his sets of Delta Blues and interesting Top 40 renditions. > 8-11 pm > Mallard Lounge

HIP HOP KARAOKE WITH MR TWITCH

Hip Hop Karaoke! Three Below and Mr Twitch presents...

A night to test your rapping skills, You only got one chance to blow. This opportunity comes once in a lifetime! Free. > 9 pm-midnight > Three Below

MEATY MONDAY

Sport and beer—what more do you need? How about a chance to win our famous meat raffle? Proceeds donated to charity. > 9 pm > Tapley’s Pub

TRIVIA NIGHT

The Crystal Lounge hosts trivia every Monday night!

Bring your friends and test your knowledge for a night of fun, laughs, prizes and the chance to “burn your bill.” Conditions apply. > 9 pm > Crystal Lounge

FVCK MONDAYS

The wildest party in Whistler on a Monday night continues with music from Fidel Cashflow, Dan Darley, The Rogue Killers and DJ Shearer. Throwing down all the hottest tunes you know and love. Deep, tech, bass, house, trap, hip hop and more. Email info@maxxfish. com for VIP plus special perks. > 9 pm > Maxx Fish

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SQUAMISH WALK TO END ALS

The Walk to End ALS is the largest volunteer-led fundraiser for ALS Societies across Canada. Familyfriendly and fun, it unites Canadians in their desire to put an end to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. The walk is part of the Downtown Squamish Canada Day Parade.

The parade forms across from the RBC on Winnipeg Street. For more information visit walktoendals.ca. > 9:30 am > RBC Squamish (Brackendale/Squamish)

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SUMMER WHISTLER NATURE CAMP

Whistler Nature Camp’s summer session offers a unique opportunity for kids age 6-10 to connect with Whistler’s natural backyard! Imagine a place where their natural sense of wonder can ignite at the centre of their fun and learning and helps to inform the direction each day will take. > Every other Monday-Friday, 8:30 am3:30 pm > Spruce Grove Field House

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BEST PICTURE SERIES: BLACKKKLANSMAN

Our Best Picture Series is back! Join us on the first and second Tuesday of the month for a screening of the Best Picture nominees from the 2019 Academy Awards. > 7-9 pm > Whistler Public Library

RHYME & SONG

This program gives toddlers, parents and caregivers the opportunity to learn songs, rhymes and finger plays together. Movement is encouraged and your preschooler’s early language and literacy development is supported. For more information, please come to the library, call 604-935-8436 or email youthservice@ whistlerlibary.ca. Free. > 10:30 am > Whistler Public Library

WHISTLER CYCLING CLUB TUESDAY RIDES

Whistler Cycling Club rides for A, B and C level road riders. See whistlercyclingclub.ca for details. Free with club membership. > 5:15-8 pm > Whistler Village Sports

WHISTLER BMX WEEKLY RACES

Whistler BMX races every Tuesday at the track in Cheakamus Crossing. All bikes, all ages, all levels welcome! Registration on site at 5:30 pm and racing starts shortly after 6pm. Volunteers always needed! $3-$7. > 5:30-7 pm > Whistler BMX Track

WE RUN WHISTLER: CREEKSIDE

Group run for intermediate runners and above. Join us for a fun and flowy group run on Tunnel Vision followed by a casual apres at the Cure Lounge at Nita Lake Check our Facebook page (facebook.com/groups/ werunwhistler) for weekly updates. #werunwhistler rain or shine! Free. > 5:55 pm > Nita Lake Lodge

PIQUECAL MUSIC

BINGO

Channel your inner granny and dominate bingo at the locals’ living room. > 8 pm > Tapley’s Pub

ADAM THOMAS

Adam Thomas performs a diverse array of music from favourite radio hits of this year all the way back to music from the jazz and big band era, and a wide array of classics in between. > 8-11 pm > Mallard Lounge

BLACK ‘N’ BLUES

Blues night with Sean Rose. > 8 pm > Black’s Pub & Restaurant

ALLSORTS

Bringing a wide variety of sounds to your Tuesday evening, ED:WIN will be playing “AllSorts” of music to get you dancing down at Three Below every Tuesday night.

Listen to hip hop, R&B, house, garage and disco! Free. > 9 pm-1:30 am > Three Below

CELLAR SESSIONS

With live music from Neverland Nights and guests, playing all your rock, alternative and party jams all night long. Plus DJ sets from Fidel Cashflow. > 9 pm > Maxx Fish

KARAOKE NIGHT

“I Will Survive” won’t sing itself, so come over to Whistler’s longest-running karaoke night and belt out all your favourite hits. > 9 pm > Crystal Lounge

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WALK AND TALK SERIES, PERMANENT COLLECTION > 1 pm > Audain Art Museum

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BOARDS, BEER AND BINGO

Pow Bingo Night with DJ Foxy Moron. $2 per sheet, prizes to be won and all proceeds will be forwarded on our behalf to the downtown Women’s Centre, which gives homeless women amenities, food and a safe place. > 8-11 pm > Pangea Pod Hotel

Mentored by the Rotary Club of Whistler and Rotary Club of Whistler Millennium, the club includes students who want to join together to tackle the issues in their community they care most about. > 4-5 pm > Maury Young Whistler Youth Centre

MOUNTAIN SPIRIT WHISTLER TOASTMASTERS

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): Here are your fortune cookiestyle horoscopes for the months ahead. JULY: Discipline your inner flame. Use your radiance constructively.

Your theme is controlled fire. AUGUST: Release yourself from dwelling on what’s amiss or off-kilter. Find the inspiration to focus on what’s right and good.

SEPTEMBER: Pay your dues with joy and gratitude. Work hard in service to your beautiful dreams. OCTOBER: You can undo your attractions to “gratifications” that aren’t really very gratifying. NOVEMBER: Your allies can become even better allies. Ask them for more. DECEMBER: Be alert for unrecognized value and hidden resources.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Here are your fortune cookie-style horoscopes for the months ahead. July: If you choose to play one of life’s trickier games, you must get trickier yourself.

August: Shedding irrelevant theories and unlearning old approaches will pave the way for creative breakthroughs.

September: Begin working on a new product or project that will last a long time. October: Maybe you don’t need that emotional crutch as much as you thought. November: Explore the intense, perplexing, interesting feelings until you’re cleansed and healed. December: Join forces with a new ally and/or deepen an existing alliance.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Here are your fortune cookie-style horoscopes for the months ahead. JULY: It’s time to take fuller advantage of a resource you’ve been neglecting or underestimating. AUGUST: For a limited time only, two plus two equals five. Capitalize on that fact by temporarily becoming a two-plus-two-equals-five type of person. SEPTEMBER: It’s time and you’re ready to discover new keys to fostering interesting intimacy and robust collaboration. OCTOBER: The boundaries are shifting on the map of the heart. That will ultimately be a good thing. NOVEMBER: If you do what you fear, you’ll gain unprecedented power over the fear. DECEMBER: What’s the one thing you can’t live without? Refine and deepen your relationship to it.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Here are your fortune cookiestyle horoscopes for the months ahead. JULY: Acquire a new personal symbol that thrills your mind and mobilizes your soul. AUGUST: Reconfigure the way you deal with money. Get smarter about your finances. SEPTEMBER: It’s time to expedite your learning. But streetwise education is more useful than formal education. Study the Book of Life. OCTOBER: Ask for more help than you normally do.

Aggressively build your support. NOVEMBER: Creativity is your superpower. Reinvent any part of your life that needs a bolt of imaginative ingenuity. DECEMBER: Love and care for what you imagine to be your flaws and liabilities.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Here are your fortune cookiestyle horoscopes for the months ahead. JULY: Transform something that’s semi-ugly into something that’s useful and winsome. AUGUST: Go to the top of the world and seek a big vision of who you must become. SEPTEMBER: Your instinct for worthy and constructive adventures is impeccable. Trust it. OCTOBER: Be alert for a new teacher with a capacity to teach you precisely what you need to learn. NOVEMBER: Your mind might not guide you perfectly, but your body and soul will. DECEMBER: Fresh hungers and budding fascinations should alert you to the fact that deep in the genius part of your soul, your master plan is changing.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Here are your fortune cookiestyle horoscopes for the months ahead. JULY: I’d love to see you phase out wishy-washy wishes that keep you distracted from your burning, churning desires. AUGUST: A story that began years ago begins again. Be proactive about changing the themes you’d rather not repeat.

SEPTEMBER: Get seriously and daringly creative about living in a more expansive world. OCTOBER: Acquire a new tool or skill that will enable you to carry out your mission more effectively. NOVEMBER: Unanticipated plot twists can help heal old dilemmas about intimacy.

DECEMBER: Come up with savvy plans to eliminate bad stress and welcome good stress.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Here are your fortune cookie-style

horoscopes for the months ahead. JULY: Say this every morning: “The less I have to prove and the fewer people I have to impress, the smarter I’ll be.” AUGUST: Escape an unnecessary limitation. Break an obsolete rule. Override a faded tradition. SEPTEMBER: What kind of “badness” might give your goodness more power? OCTOBER: You’re stronger and freer than you thought you were. Call on your untapped power. NOVEMBER: Narrowing your focus and paring down your options will serve you beautifully. DECEMBER: Replace what’s fake with the Real Thing.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Here are your fortune cookie-style horoscopes for the months ahead. JULY: Stretch yourself. Freelance, moonlight, diversify, and expand. AUGUST: Having power over other people is less important than having power over yourself. Manage your passions like a wizard! SEPTEMBER: Ask the big question. And be ready to act expeditiously when you get the big answer. OCTOBER: I think you can arrange for the surge to arrive in manageable installments.

Seriously. NOVEMBER: Dare to break barren customs and habits that are obstructing small miracles and cathartic breakthroughs. DECEMBER: Don’t wait around hoping to be given what you need. Instead, go after it. Create it yourself, if necessary.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Here are your fortune cookie-style horoscopes for the months ahead. JULY: Can you infuse dark places with your intense light without dimming your intense light? Yes! AUGUST: It’s time for an archetypal Sagittarian jaunt, quest, or pilgrimage. SEPTEMBER: The world around you needs your practical idealism. Be a role model who catalyzes good changes. OCTOBER: Seek out new allies and connections that can help you with your future goals. NOVEMBER: Be open to new and unexpected ideas so as to get the emotional healing you long for. DECEMBER: Shed old, worn-out self-images. Reinvent yourself. Get to know your depths better.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Here are your fortune cookie-style horoscopes for the months ahead. JULY: You have an enhanced capacity to feel at peace with your body, to not wish it were different from what it naturally is. AUGUST: You can finally solve a riddle you’ve been trying to solve for a long time. SEPTEMBER: Make your imagination work and play twice as hard. Crack open seemingly closed possibilities. OCTOBER: Move up at least one rung on the ladder of success. NOVEMBER: Make yourself more receptive to blessings and help that you have overlooked or ignored. DECEMBER: You’ll learn most from what you leave behind—so leave behind as much as possible.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Here are your fortune cookie-style horoscopes for the months ahead. JULY: I’ll cry one tear for you, then I’ll cheer. AUGUST: Plant seeds in places that hadn’t previously been on your radar.

SEPTEMBER: You may seem to take a wrong turn, but it’ll take you where you need to go. OCTOBER: Open your mind and heart as wide as you can. Be receptive to the unexpected. NOVEMBER: I bet you’ll gain a new power, higher rank, or greater privilege. DECEMBER: Send out feelers to new arrivals who may be potential helpers.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Here are your fortune cookie-style horoscopes for the months ahead. JULY: Your creative powers are at a peak. Use them with flair. AUGUST: Wean yourself from pretend feelings and artificial motivations and inauthentic communications.

SEPTEMBER: If you want to have greater impact and more influence, you can. Make it happen! OCTOBER: Love is weird but good. Trust the odd journey it takes you on.

NOVEMBER: If you cultivate an appreciation for paradox, your paradoxical goals will succeed. DECEMBER: Set firm deadlines. Have fun disciplining yourself.

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ARTS & CULTURE Whistler Singers Rehearsals are Tuesdays from 7 to 9pm at Myrtle Philip School in the Toad Hall room.

Everyone is welcome!

Inquiries can be sent to whistlersingers@gmail.com For more info, visit: https://www.facebook.com/ whistlersingers/

LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED SINCE 2004 • $241.50 Bi Weekly Staff Housing (Incl bills) • Staff Meals & FREE COFFEE • 15% Grocery Discount At “The Grocery Store” • Local Customer Base • Competitive Wages • Parties, Perks & Positive Vibes

“Great Team & Awesome Staff Housing” - Irelands Finest Export PADDY BRANGAN POP INTO SEE IAN AT DELISH CAFE OR EMAIL ian@whistlergrocery.com

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Opportunity for Full-Time and Part-Time employment in All DEPARTMENTS. Our Team enjoys: ü Air conditioning ü Awesome colleagues ü Flexible schedules ü Training and experience ü Employee perks and benefits ü Prime location in Pemberton ü Short commute = less time, more $$$

Apply within, visit our website or email us today! www.pembertonsupermarket.com jobs@pembertonsupermarket.com

CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS Donate Used Clothing & Household Goods- To be distributed to local charities

by Sharon 604-894-6656 for pick up.

Playground Builders: Creating Play Building Hope - Playground Builders is a registered charity that builds playgrounds for children in war-torn areas. Learn more, volunteer or donate at www. playgroundbuilders.org

Sea to Sky Community Services - running dozens of programs in Whistler to help people through times of crisis and with everyday challenges. www.sscs.ca 1-877892-2022 admin@sscs.ca

Stewardship Pemberton Society and the One Mile Lake Nature Centre- Connecting community, nature and people through education, cooperation, and community involvement. www.stewardshippemberton. com

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Now Hiring for the Following Position: HOUSEKEEPERS – CASUAL • Competitive Wages - $25/HR • Discounted Food • Flexible Schedule • Spa Discounts Discover new opportunities and embark on a career in Hospitality with Pan Pacific Whistler To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume to careers.ppwhi@panpacific.com

Guest Service Agent This dynamic role includes the following Perks and Benefits:

Wages starting from $17.50 per hour $300 Signing Bonus Seasonal incentives Extended Benefits Staff discounts and commissions Central location A dedicated and supportive management team A fun team, and fantastic staff events Please reply with a cover letter and resume to hr@listelhotel.com Thank you for your interest. Only those applicants being considered for an interview will be contacted.

DOUG BUSH SURVEY SERVICES LTD. is looking for a

SURVEY FIELD TECHNICIAN With a two or three year college or technical school program in geomatics. Three years experience and proficient in the use of robotic survey instruments and GPS equipment for engineering and building construction layout, topographic site surveys, site improvement surveys and precise monitoring. Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D also an asset to assist in office with computations and drawing preparation.

Please call Ian @ 604-932-3314 or email @ ian@dbss.ca #18-1370 Alpha Lake Rd. Whistler BC V0N 1B1 Serving Squamish, Whistler and Pemberton

We are looking for full & part-time sales people

What we want: Outgoing, self-motivated, mature and responsible individuals who love to sell and help to create a positive store environment.

What you get: $15/hour & team-orientated sales bonus as well as a winter 2019/20 ski pass for full-time employees. *possible management advancement* Apply in person at Ruby Tuesday located in the Town Plaza

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Whistler Health Care Foundation raises funds for improving health care resources and services. New board members welcomed. Contact us at info@ whistlerhealthcarefoundation.org or call Karen at 604-906-1435.

SPORTS & RECREATION Alpine Club of Canada Whistler Section - Outdoor club focused on ski/split board touring, hiking, mountaineering and skills training.

More info: accwhistler.ca Trip Schedule: accwhistler.ca/trips/

Griffin Squadron Squamish Air CadetsOpen to youth 12-18yrs at Don Ross Secondary School on Tues at 6:30pm.

Pemberton Valley Trails AssociationMeets the second Wed of each month. 7pm at the Pemberton Recreation Centre. Call 604-698-6158

Sea to Sky RC Flyers - Model Aeronautics Association of Canada Club active in the Sea to Sky Region flying model airplanes, helicopters and multi-rotors. Contact S2SRCFLY@telus.net

Whistler Adaptive Sports Program Provides sports & recreation experiences for people with disabilities. Chelsey Walker at 604-905-4493 or info@whistleradaptive. com

Whistler Martial Arts offers - Kishindo Karate for kids age 4 and up, Capoeira and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for kids and adults. Also Kickboxing, Judo, Yoga and Bellyfit for adults. Call Cole 932-2226

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SPORTS & RECREATION Women's Karma Yoga - Thursdays, 9:30-10:30, ongoing by donation and childminding provided. Whistler Women's Centre: 1519 Spring Creek Drive. Drop-in for weekly yoga classes led by an all female team of certified yoga instructors. All women, all ability levels welcome. hswc.ca | 604-962-8711

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YOUTH ACTIVITIES 1st Whistler Scout Group - outdoor & adventure program for girls and boys aged 5-17. Times and locations vary.

More info: http://1stwhistlerscoutgroup. webs.com.

Contact scoutsatwhistler @gmail.com or 604-966-4050.

Whistler Children's Chorus Rehearsal Tuesdays at MILLENNIUM PLACE (4 - 5:30 pm) contact whistlerchorus@gmail.com Whistler/Pemberton Girl Guides Adventures for Girls age 5 & up. Sparks & Brownies (Gr K,1,2,3) Guides (Gr 4,5,6) Volunteers always welcome. coastmountaingirlguides@gmail.com Whistler Youth Centre - Drop - in: Fridays 3:30 - 11 PM & Saturdays 6 - 10 PM for ages 13 - 18. Located downstairs in the Maury Young Arts Centre (formerly Millenium Place). We offer: a Ping pong table, Pool table, Skateboard mini ramp w. skateboards and helmets to borrow, Free Wi-Fi, Xbox One, PS3 & PS4, Guitars, Board games, Projector and widescreen TV's. Facebook THEYC Crew, www.whistleryouthcentre. com or call 604-935-8187.

We are actively looking for individuals who are passionate An extraordinary company, an extraordinary career. about providing a memorable guest experience!

Are you ready to begin your extraordinary experience?

CURRENT CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE

ASSOCIATE, CONFERENCE SALES Full Time, Year Round

The Associate’s main responsibility is to support the fulfillment of Tourism Whistler’s goals and objectives through the building of relationships with our clients.

Through the use of outstanding communication, interpersonal skills, a high level of enthusiasm and initiative, the Associate will deliver superior service to our clients with a strong passion for our industry and purpose. The ideal candidate is extremely organized, motivated and an excellent team player with two years of sales experience, preferably in a hotel or tourism setting.

Tourism Whistler Is Also Recruiting For:

• Maintenance Tech/Cleaner

Current Career Opportunities:

Purchasing Manager Whistler ExperienceConference CoordinatorServices Coordinator Royal Service Agent Guest Experience Manager Purchasing Manager Banquet Server Guest Service Agent Rooms Maintenance Technicians Junior Server Reservations Agent Housekeeping Room Attendant Reservations Agent Banquet Server Steward / Dishwashers Engineering Opportunities Overnight In-Room-Dining Server NightCulinary Cleaner Opportunities offer: EMPLOYEEWe BENEFITS INCLUDE: Health Benefits Extended Health BenefitsWages | Competitive Wages Competitive Colleague Accommodation Colleague Accommodation | Leisure Package Hotel Leisure Stay andPackage F&B Discounts Hotel Discounts Opportunity forStay Growth and Development Great Greatcolleague colleagueevents events&&recognition! recognition!

TO APPLY AND DESCRIPTION, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE: TOREVIEW APPLY FULL AND JOB REVIEW FULL JOB DESCRIPTION,

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• Visitor Centre/Kiosk Agent For a complete job description and to apply, visit us online at whistler.com/careers.

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LEISURE GROUPS Duplicate Bridge Club- Whistler Racquet Club reconvenes in late fall. The club meets every week and visitors are welcome. For partner, please call Gill at 640-932-5791.

Knitty Gritty Knit Night- Held every Tues 6-8pm. Free evening open to everyone with a love for knitting/crocheting. Beginners welcome. For location and further details email knittygrittywhistler@gmail.com or find us on facebook.

Mountain Spirit Toastmasters- Builds communication, public speaking, and leadership skills . Wednesdays at the Pan Pacific Mountainside - Singing Pass Room, 5:30-7pm. Email contact - 8376@ toastmastersclubs.org www.whistler. toastmastersclubs.org Pemberton Women's Institute - Meets the third Mon of each month in the activity room at St. David's United Church at 7:30pm.

New members welcome. Linda Ronayne at 604-894-6580

EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITIES APPLY TODAY! Nagomi Sushi in Whistler is hiring experienced:

Diamond Resorts Canada Ltd., Whistler, BC

Kitchen Helpers Bussers

In-House Marketing Concierge Full Time & Part Time

in Whistler

Full time and Part time available Available to start immediately Benefits: 2 weeks vacation per year, potential staff accommodation and Spirit Pass Program.

Address: 108-4557 Blackcomb Way, Whistler, BC, V0N 1B4 Apply by email at nagomisushi@outlook.com

Rotary Club of Whistler - Meets Tuesdays AM & PM www.whistler-rotary.org Rotary Club of Whistler Millennium Meets every Thurs at 12:15pm at Pan Pacific Mountainside. 604-932-7782 Whistler Reads - Meets to discuss a new book every eight weeks. Go to bookbuffet. com & click on Whistler Reads for the latest book/event. Paula at 604-907-2804 or wr@ bookbuffet.com

Eligible successful candidates may receive*: • Extensive benefits package which may include; ski pass or wellness allowance, disability coverage, travel insurance and extended health and dental.

• Discounted employee rates at any Diamond Resort International resort.

• Full-time work year round and a FUN work environment. *eligibility and conditions based on DRCL policies and practices set out in general terms and conditions of employment.

Email your resume with the position you wish to apply for to: embarc_hr@diamondresorts.com

SOLID CONTRACTING is currently looking for

www.whistlerwag.com

Don’t forget to scoop the poop!

It’s not fun to step in, or to see around town.

Help keep Whistler clean and pick up after your dog.

LABOURERS, CARPENTERS, FINISH CARPENTERS We offer full-time/flex-time positons in a positive, safe work environment.

Salary based on experience.

Send us your resume or call Solidcontracting@gmail.com 604-966-7062

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Shades of Grey Painters Meets twice a week - Tuesdays, Watercolour, 11.00am-2.30pm @ The Rec, Pemberton.

Thursdays, Acrylic, 1.00pm-3.30pm @ The Amenities Building, Pioneer Village, Pemberton. We are like-minded people that get together & paint. Gretchen is the painting coach. $5 to attend.

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Do you enjoy meeting people? Are you passionate about helping others and your community?

Seeking Room Attendants and Dishwashers

***$500 Signing Bonus Offered*** Our Benefits Include: Health Benefits | Colleague Housing | Leisure Package Staff Meals | Hotel Stay Discounts Great Events & Recognition | Opportunity for growth

APPLY TODAY AT FAIRMONTCAREERS.COM

WCSS is actively seeking an inspiring, friendly and inclusive individual for the full time position of Outreach Worker.

The position is 32 hours and 4 days a week and will include working Saturdays.

For a detailed job description please visit our website www.mywcss.org.

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EXPERIENCED LINE COOKS (ACCOMMODATION AVAILABLE) Whistler Bungee is hiring:

JUMP CREW Applicants must be outgoing, enthusiastic and love to bungee jump!

Please send your cover letter and resume to: jobs@whistlerbungee.com

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MAINTENANCE ROOM ATTENDANTS HOUSEMAN Please reply by email: parmstrong@pinnaclehotels.ca

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Pemberton & District Community Centre - Located at 7390 Cottonwood St. Fitness Centre, facility rentals, spray park, playground, children, youth, adult & seniors programs. For more info 604-894-2340 or pemrecinfo@slrd.bc.ca

MUSEUMS Pemberton and District Museum and Archives Society - Located at 7455 Prospect St. Open: May to Nov annually from 10am-5pm. Guided tours and activities for all ages. Join us for "Tea & Tales" every Tuesday at 2pm in July and August. Some seasonal closures. Closed on holidays. www.pembertonmuseum.org Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre Explore First Nations Art Galleries, and Interactive Exhibits. Gift Shop & Cafe are in our admission free area. Open Tuesday'sSunday's per week. 10am-5p.m..

Whistler Museum & Archives Society Explore interactive exhibits, listen to local stories & discover Whistler's journey. Open daily 11am-5pm, 4333 Main St. www. whistlermuseum.org or 604-932-2019

PROFESSIONAL NETWORKING Full-time and year round. We feature evening work only, staff meals, competitive wages and a great work environment. So if you’re looking for a change or some extra hours, come by and see us. Flexible schedules are available.

REPLY IN PERSON WITH RESUME BETWEEN 3-5 AT QUATTRO 4319 Main St. in the Pinnacle Hotel

NORTH ARM FARM The Pinnacle Hotel Whistler has the following positions available:

Maury Young Arts Centre - Whistler's community centre for arts, culture & inspiration. Performance theatre, art gallery, daycare, youth centre, meditation room, meeting facilities. www.artswhistler.com or 604-935-8410

The team is expanding into summer

Cooks, kitchen help, front of house service and Farm retail Daytime with some evening events.

Truly local, absolutely Family.

Passion required. Experience valued.

Info@northarmfarm.com 604 894 5379 or come and introduce yourself

BNI Mountain High - BNI Mountain High - Meets at 6:45-8:30am every Thursday at Whistler Chamber Boardroom. BNI provides a positive and structured environment for development and exchange of quality business referrals.

It does so by helping you build personal relationships with dozens of other qualified business professionals. Register by emailing melissa@betterbrainhealth. info Whistler Chamber of Commerce - Is the leading business association in Whistler that works to create a vibrant & successful economy. Learn more about the programs & services at www.whistlerchamber.com Women of Whistler - Group that provides opportunities for Whistler businesswomen to network, gain knowledge & share ideas in a friendly, relaxed environment. Learn more at www.womenofwhistler.com

FOR SENIORS Activate & Connect - Come join us Thursday mornings 9:30am to 11:00am at Whistler Community Services for a weekly drop in program for seniors 50+. Everyone welcome, in partnership with Mature Action Community. www.mywcss.org

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Outreach Services - Free confidential support for adults dealing with the challenges of social wellness. Please call our office at 604.932.0113 to speak with an outreach worker.

Pemberton Men's Shed - Weekly social meetings WED. 11-2 in the Seniors/youth Rec. bldg. beside library. Social meeting with BYO Bag lunch, card games and pool/ snooker. Help out in YOUR community, operating the Pemberton Tool Library.

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Banquet Captain PM Server Assistant In Room Dining Server Steward Front Desk Agent Spa Supervisor Security Offlcer The Four Seasons team is looking for these roles to start immediately. $500 signing bonus available for all hires

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Maintenance Techs Guest Service Agents Guest Service Supervisor Houseman Benefits include - activity allowance, extended medical, RRSP match, opportunities for growth and more.

Details: Earthsave Whistler - Providing info & support to people who are interested in making healthier, greener, more peaceful food choices. earthsavewhistler.com

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Senior Citizen Organizations - Is an advocacy group devoted to improving the quality of life for all seniors. Ernie Bayer 604576-9734 or ecbayer2@gmail.com

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FOR SENIORS Mature Action Community (MAC) - Represents seniors in Whistler and welcomes new members. MAC meets for fun and interaction with local seniors and those just visiting on Thursday mornings from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. at the Whistler Community Services Community Room for Activate and Connect. Come join us for coffee and socializing while engaging in fun activities. Check us out at www.whistlermac. org or view our schedule on Facebook Whistler Mature Action Community Group page.

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Please apply online via jobs.fourseasons.com For possible same day offers, please come to our drop-in hours every Tuesday between 1pm-4pm. Please bring your resume and two references in order to be considered!

To apply for this opportunity, please specify the position and email your resume and cover letter to: beth.fraser@resortquestwhistler.com We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Healthy Home, Healthy Planet - Expert in green cleaning offers tricks, info & advice on the best way to green clean your home or work space! Call France 604-698-7479.

Free private presentation on request. www. healthylivingwhistler.com Re-Build-It Centre - Daily 10:00am to 5:00pm. Accepting donations of furniture, quality used building supplies & new items.

Deliveries and pickups available for $35. Call 604.932.1125, www.mywcss.org, rebuildit@ mywss.org Regional Recycling - Recycle beverage containers (full deposit paid) electronics, appliances, batteries, Lightbulbs, drop-off times are 9am-5pm on Nesters Rd. Pick up service 604-932-3733 Re-Use-It - Daily 11:00am to 6:00pm, Donate all household goods in good shape.

Accepting bottles & cans, old electronics, anything with a cord, and light fixtures for recycling. All proceeds to WCSS. Call 604.932.1121, www.mywcss.org, reuseit@ mywcss.org.

The Association of Whistler Area Residents for the Environment (AWARE) Whistler's Natural Voice since 1989. Regular events, project and volunteer opportunities. www.awarewhistler.org info@awarewhistler.org

LOCALLY OWNED AND INDEPENDENT SINCE 1980 JOIN THE MONGOLIE CREW! We are hiring full time & part time:

GRILL CHEFS

Hourly wage + tips, flexible schedule, fun & fast-paced work environment, staff meals.

Learn how to cook with flair!

Send your resume to careers@mongoliegrill.com Or drop off your resume in person before 5pm!

• $241.50 Bi Weekly Staff Housing (incl bills) • 15% Grocery Discount • Competitive Wages • Parties, Perks and Positive Vibes

CHARACTERS WANTED “Best job I’ve ever had, work with your best mates and make sure everyone leaves the store with a smile!” ‘Customer Morale Officer and Official Party Steward Kate Holstein.”

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Housekeepers Needed

Signing Bonus & Great Benefits!

Both Full Time & Part Time available!

The Four Seasons Housekeeping team is looking for Guestroom Attendants for contracts starting immediately or for summer hire!

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We are looking to expand our team for peak summer season and hiring the following positions:

• Reservations Coordinator • Bell Attendant • Maintenance Tech • Housekeeping Team Lead • Guest Service Agent We offer a fun and professional environment with competitive wages, discounts on spa and food & beverage, benefits & seasonal bonus.

To apply email: careers@nitalakelodge.com

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Candidates will receive a $500 signing bonus. Benefits include Guaranteed housing, one meal per working shift, health & medical after 90 days, a winter leisure package, and more!

Details: Please apply online via jobs.fourseasons.com For possible same day offers, please come to our drop-in hours every Tuesday between 1pm-4pm. Please bring your resume and two references in order to be considered!

ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY The Mountain Village Social Gathering Join us at one of our regular social gatherings on the last Wednesday of every month.

There is a group of us at The Mountain Village who are forming a sustainable, multi generational neighbourhood based on the co housing model. WHAT IF... Housing wasn't just a place to live, but rather, a way of life? To find out more, visit our Facebook page @themountainvillage or go to our website www.themountainvillage.ca

FAMILY RESOURCES Baby/Child Health Clinics - Free routine immunizations & newly licensed vaccines for purchase, growth & development assessments & plenty of age appropriate resources avail. By appointment 604-9323202 Camp Fund - Provides financial assis-tance to enable children of financially restricted families to attend camp. Call WCSS at 604.932.0113 to speak with an outreach worker. www.mywcss.org Families Fighting Cancer In The Sea To Sky - We are a non profit partner with Sea to Sky Community Services. We provide financial and practical support to children and parents with dependants diagnosed with cancer. Please contact us on our confidential email: ffcseatosky@gmail.com, visit our Facebook Page or website www. familiesfightingcancer.ca KidsArt - Provides financial assistance to enable children of financially restricted families to participate in arts and culture education. Contact WCSS at 604.932.0113 to speak with an outreach worker. www. mywcss.org.

Kids on the Move - Provides financial assistance to enable children of financially restricted families to participate in sport programs. Contact WCSS at 604.932.0113 to speak with an outreach worker. www. mywcss.org.

Outreach Services - Free confidential support for adults and families experiencing challenges with mental health, food insecurity, housing insecurity, substance use, misuse or addiction, employment, eating disorders, violence in relationships, roommate conflict or homesickness.

Contact our office at 604.932.0113 to speak with an outreach worker or visit www. mywcss.org.

Dubh Linn Gate Irish Pub is hiring:

LINE COOK DISHWASHER

Pemberton Parent Infant Drop-In Facilitated by Capri Mohammed, Public Health Nurse. Every Mon 11am-12:30pm at Pemberton Public Library.

Work at Whistler’s best location!

Refine or jump-start your culinary career in our fast-paced and busy kitchen. We offer competitive wages, tips and a season ski pass. Please stop by the pub between 10am and 5pm with a copy of your resume.

You can also submit your resume via email to careers@dubhlinngate.com

Pemberton Strong Start Family Drop-InA play group for you and your under-5 child.

Signal Hill Elementary, Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri, 9am-12pm. Thurs only 12pm-3pm. Call 604894-6101 / 604-966- 8857 Whistler Public Library - Open Mon-Thurs 10am-7pm, Fri 10am-6pm, Sat & Sun 11am5pm. Music & Words, Mon 10am. Rhyme & Song, Tues 10:30am. Parent & Infant dropin, Thurs 11am. Preschool Story Time, Fri 10:30am. Singing with the babies, Sat 11am.

Call 604-935-8433

We are Join our growing team in BC. providing enterprise-level technical support for our customers.

Bike techs • Sales staff • Full and Part time Apply info@fanatykco More info www.Fanatykco.com/Employment

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If you have IT experience and enjoy assisting people we’d like to meet you. Friendly, local, reliable and part of a team. please reply to sales@basewireless.com

SOCIAL SERVICES Access to Justice - Need legal advice but are financially restricted? Contact WCSS at 604.932.0113 to find out more or visit www. mywcss.org.

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Food Bank, Pemberton - Run by Sea to Sky Community Service. Open every second Monday. 604 894 6101

Food Bank Whistler - Located at 8000 Nesters Road, every Monday from 10am to noon. For emergency food bags, please call 604.935.7717 for as-sistance. www.mywcss. org, food-bank@mywcss.org

Meadow Park Rec Credit - If you are financially restricted, you may be eligible for a $131.20 municipal recreation credit.

Contact WCSS at 604.932.0113 and speak with an outreach worker. www.mywcss.org.

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Come Grow Sport with us at our Whistler Olympic Legacy Venues

We are the Spa for you If you are looking for a new place to call home: • We manifest positive energy • We have a long term and loyal team • We treat you fairly and look out for your wellness • You are listened to • We give you proper breaks and time to set up between services • We offer extended medical benefits • We have potential staff housing at affordable rates • You can enjoy $5.00 cafeteria meals • You have the opportunity to work for other Vida locations in slow season We are here for you.

Vida Spa at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler is currently recruiting: REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST ESTHETICIAN • GUEST SERVICE AGENT SPA PRACTITIONER

Healthy Pregnancy Outreach ProgramLearn how to prepare healthy affordable meals at this outreach program. Sea to Sky Community Services 604-894-6101

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We offer competitive wages, a unique environment, seasonal bonuses, staff discounts and benefits.

Ask about accommodation.

ESL Volunteer Tutor Program - Volunteer one-to-one tutoring for new immigrants & Canadian citizens. For more information or to register, contact the Whistler Welcome Centre info@welcomewhistler.com or call 604.698.5960

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Counselling Assistance Available - WCSS subsidizes access to a private counselor for $35-$50/hr depending on financial need.

Contact an outreach team member at 604932-0113 www.mywcss.org

Counselling Assistance - WCSS subsidizes access to a private counsellor depending on financial need. Contact an outreach worker at 604.932.0113 or visit www.mywcss.org.

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Whistler Athletes’ Centre (High Performance Training and Accommodation) Lead, Lodge Attendant Kitchen Porter / Lodge Attendant Lodge Attendant Guest Service Agent Coordinator, Payroll & Benefits (For all venues)

Whistler Sliding Centre (Bobsleigh, Luge & Skeleton) Track Medical Responder/Guest Service Host, Summer Bobsleigh Pilot/Guest Service Host, Summer Guest Service Host, Summer Venue Coordinator Manager, Sport

Whistler Olympic Park (Nordic Skiing, Snowshoeing and Outdoor Activities) Guest Activity Rep, Summer

To join our unique Vida family, email Bonnie@vidaspas.com Vida Spas - Vancouver & Whistler Live well. Live long. vidaspas.com Thank You for applying Only those considered will be contacted.

Visit our website to view current postings and to apply: www.whistlersportlegacies.com/careers

North Shore Schizophrenia Society Services for family, friends & community.

Mental illness info, support & advocacy. Call Chris Dickenson at 604-966-7334

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Outreach Services - Free, confidential support for youth experiencing challenges with mental health, food insecurity, housing insecurity, substance use, misuse or addiction, employment, eating disorders, violence in relationships, roommate conflict or homesickness. Contact our office at 604.932.0113 to speak with an outreach worker or visit www.mywcss.org.

Seeking a full-time Assistant Manager to help inspire, develop, oversee and manage our front-of-house team.

The Assistant Manager will help oversee day-to-day operations and uphold Araxi Restaurant’s exceptional levels of hospitality.

Qualifications • Previous restaurant leadership experience is required • WSET Level 2 or equivalent is an asset

Pearl's Safe Home - Temporary shelter for women & children experiencing abuse in relationships. Locations in Whistler & Pemberton avail 24/7. All services are free.

1-877-890-5711 or 604-892-5711

Excellent training and growth opportunities available within an award-winning restaurant group.

We offer year-round full hours, competitive wages, gratuities, extended medical & dental, accommodations, potential for future growth within the company, and an employee discount at all Toptable restaurants.

RMOW Rec Credit - If you are financially restricted, you may be eligible for a $127.60 municipal recreation credit. Contact WCSS at 604.932.0113 www.mywcss.org

Support Counselling - For women regarding abuse & relationship issues. No charge. Call 604-894-6101

Victim Services - Assists victims, witnesses, family members or friends directly affected by any criminal act or traumatic event. Call 604-905-1969

Whistler Community Services Society Outreach Services Now Available Monday to Saturday at our new location - 8000 Nesters Road (next to WAG) 604.932.0113 www. mywcss.org

Please email your resume & cover letter to:

careers@araxi.com

HIGH COUNTRY LANDSCAPING IS LOOKING FOR

PROFESSIONAL GARDENERS TO JOIN OUR MAINTENANCE TEAM. IF YOU HAVE 2 YEARS EXPERIENCE WORKING WITH A LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE CREW, PLEASE FORWARD YOUR RESUME TO HIGHCOUNTRYLANDSCAPE@TELUS.NET. WE OFFER A COMPETITIVE WAGE AND FULL TIME HOURS.

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Whistler for the Disabled - Provides info for people with disabilities on what to do & where to go. Visit www. whistlerforthedisabled.com

Whistler Housing Authority - Long term rental & ownership housing for Whistler residents. Visit www.whistlerhousing.ca

Are you a seasoned restaurant veteran looking to work in a smaller and more personalized environment? Or are you new to the service industry and looking to expand your skills with other like minded individuals? We welcome both and have the following positions currently available:

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DISHWASHERS HOSTS/ EXPEDITORS With competitive wages and great gratuities, Basalt also offers MSP/Extended Health Benefits after the first 90 days of full-time employment, along with a Spirit Pass program for those employed full time.

If you enjoy and excel while working within a small team, we would love to meet you!

Please send your cover letter and resume to skeenan-naf@crystal-lodge.com Whistler Chamber of Commerce Excellence Award Winner 2018

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EXPERIENCED LANDSCAPERS WE A CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION WORKERS TO JOIN OUR CONSTRUCTION TEAM IN WHISTLER. TO APPLY PLEASE FORWARD YOUR RESUME TO HIGHCOUNTRYLANDSCAPE@TELUS.NET

Whistler Mental Health & Addiction Services - If you or someone you know needs help with a mental health issue or substance misuse or addiction problem, we can assist. Mon-Fri 830am-430pm. 604-6986455

Whistler Multicultural Network Settlement information, social support and programs for newcomers and immigrants living/working in Whistler. 604-388-5511 www.whistlermulticulturalnetwork.com

Whistler Opt Healthy Sexuality Clinic - Professional sexual health services at a reduced cost. Free HIV testing. Clinics at Whistler Health Care Ctr, 2nd floor on Tues 4:30-7:30pm. Winter hours Thurs. 5:00pm7:00pm. Confidentiality assured.

Whistler Women's Centre - Provides confidential support, resources, referrals and advocacy for women living in the Sea to Sky corridor. All services are free of charge and include access to emergency safe housing, child/youth counselling, play space and computer access. Drop-In Centre open Mon 12-230, Tue-Thu 12-5. 1519 Spring Creek Drive. You can also access our services at the Whistler Public Library on Mondays from 3-6 p.m. www.hswc.ca or call (604)962-8711. 24 HR Crisis Line: 1-877-890-5711

Whistler WorkBC Employment Services Centre - Provides free one-stop employment services to job seekers and employers.

Drop in services at the Pemberton Library Thursdays 1-5 PM, and at the Whistler Public Library on Mondays from 3-6 PM. For more information visit www.WhistlerESC.com or call us at 604-932-1600

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SERVICE TECHNICIAN Great opportunity for a super motivated/organized person to excel in the field of hardware installation and lock technician services.

Compensation starting at $24-$30 depending on skill level. Includes: Health Benefits, Mobile Phone Plan, Ski Pass The successful individual will have experience in carpentry and/or building maintenance. Any experience in low voltage electrical and/or hotel card access systems will prove very beneficial. Good communication and customer service skills as well as a strong work ethic are essential to this position.

Please reply to alpinelock@telus.net with a resume and cover letter outlining your suitability and qualifications for the position.

No drop-ins or phone calls please, apply only by email.

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Birth, Baby and Beyond - Join a registered counsellor and meet other moms with the opportunity to ask questions and share experiences in a safe, welcoming and nonjudgmental setting. Call 604.932.0113 for more information or visit www.mywcss.org.

ACROSS THE SEA TO SKY CORRIDOR

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Site Supervisors Carpenters Carpenters Apprentice Labourers We offer; employee benefits and full time employment year round.

TO APPLY: CALL 604.935.2683 or EMAIL DCOTE@COASTCONSTRUCTION.CA

Concussion Support Group - WCSS is offering a recurring 8 week program to support people living with persistent postconcussion symptoms. Contact WCSS at 604.932.0113 and speak with an outreach worker about upcoming sessions or visit www.mywcss.org.

Epilepsy Support Group- For individuals & families seeking guidance or support.

Contact eswhistler@gmail.com

Immigrant Peer Educators - Immigrants providing support and information for those who may be experiencing challenges adjusting to a new culture. 604-388-5511 info@whistlermulticulturalnetwork.com

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Roman Catholic Church- Come celebrate mass at Our Lady of the Mountains, Whistler on Saturday 5pm, Sunday 9am, Tuesday 5:45pm, Wednesday 7pm, Thursday/Friday 5:45pm. St. Francis of Assisi, Pemberton on Sunday 12:30pm and Friday 9am. St. Christopher's, Mt. Currie on Sunday 11am.

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UPPER LILLOOET HYDRO PROJECT PEMBERTON, BC

Cook part-time $15.25/hr Responsible for the prep & cooking of food items completing all Food Safe regulations & logs, run food, bus as necessary, accepting & unloading deliveries and helping servers with restocking.

This position is a commitment to the same 2 days a week. Shifts range from 11am-11pm, no late nights or early mornings. Includes a free meal on shift & beer perks!

Delivery Driver part-time $16/hr who are responsible for accurate & timely distribution of products to our customers in the Sea to Sky Corridor. We’re looking for a Driver who is energetic, personable and safe. We provide the vehicle, but you should have a clean background check/driving record and driver’s license.

The Delivery Driver must be able to lift to 150 pounds and bend and twist as necessary. Drivers will generally work from 9am- 4pm Tuesdays

FUR & FEATHERS Get Bear Smart Society - Learn more about coexisting with bears. To report a conflict, garbage or attractant issue call 604-905BEAR (2327) www.bearsmart.com Pemberton Wildlife Association Advocates for the conservation of fish, wildlife & wilderness recreation. Also offering target shooting & archery facilities. www.pembertonwildlifeassociation.com WAG - Whistler Animals Galore - A shelter for lost, unwanted, and homeless cats and dogs. Let us help you find your purrfect match...adopt a shelter animal! For more info 604-935-8364 www.whistlerwag.com

and Thursdays but occasional extended hours and extra days may be necessary, especially around holidays. Includes beer perks!

Tap House Bar Server part-time $12.65/hr Whistler Brewery Tap House employee is a brand ambassador and is responsible for taking care of our visitors, conducting brewery tours, and supporting the retail operation. Includes beer perks!

Join an awesome, fun, small hardworking team. Good hours & beer perks!

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Sundial Boutique Hotel at 4340 Sundial Crescent, Whistler BC V0N 1B4 is currently hiring for a

Housekeeping Supervisor This position is FT year around. Wage is $21.75/hr + benefits.

Job duties include: Supervising dept duties, inspection of work, administration, assist with recruiting, perform training and cleaning duties.

Skill requirements: 1 year’s prior experience as a housekeeping supervisor”, tourism, administration and customer service.

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Pregnancy and Infant Loss - Facilitated by a registered counsellor, this program is designed for couples and individuals who have experienced loss of a child, either before or after birth. Please call WCSS at 604.932.0113 and speak to an outreach worker for more information or visit www. mywcss.org.

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SMART Recovery Whistler (SelfManagement and Recovery Training) A Cognitive-Behavioural group for individuals with substance abuse con-cerns.

Drop-in: Registration is not necessary.

Wednesdays 5:30-7:00pm Whistler Health Centre (2nd floor-group room)

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ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Reporting to the Manager – Operations and Maintenance, the Lead Hydro Station Manager will work together with the Operations and Maintenance Team and will be responsible for the following primary duties: • Lead a team of approximately 3 people (Plant Managers and Operators): • Manage employees scheduling, time management and timecard approval; • Manage employees and put the resources in place to accomplish the necessary tasks for the proper functioning of the site; • Evaluate employees according to existing policies; • Give clear and measurable objectives to employees based on the existing policies.

• Manage, run and supervise the operations of the hydroelectric power plant by way of scheduling, conducting, and documenting all regular monitoring and maintenance; • Supervise the optimization of the hydroelectric power plant output and production; • Manage, lead and participate in the Preventive Maintenance program for plant and facilities’ equipment including the electrical and mechanical testing, repair of equipment and procurement of parts and supplies; • Manage, lead and participate in the troubleshooting and resolution of alarms generated by the hydroelectric power plants to minimize downtime (availability 24 hours a day when on duty); • Assist the Operations and Maintenance Manager in planning major maintenance activities; • Coordinate with the BC Hydro – Fraser Valley Office for outages and line switching; • Manage any specialized contractors needed to perform maintenance and repairs for the power plants; • Manage overflow camp facilities for contractors and visitors; • Adhere to and implement the Environmental, Occupational Health and Safety standards of Innergex; • Innergex provides formal and in-house training, as required.

SITE AND WORK DETAILS • The site is located approximately 90 minutes out of Pemberton (the marshalling point); • Employees work schedule is 8 days on and 6 days off at 10 hours per day for a total of 80 working hours per two (2) week period; • Travel time between the marshalling point and the site is included in these hours.

• Employees are provided with a pickup for travel between the marshalling point and site and for use on site; • Employees are provided with furnished accommodation while working on site: cable TV, telephones and internet access are available; • Employees are provided with a Living out Allowance for each day they are on site PROFILE • Advanced leadership skills: provides guidance on individual development, leads the modification of existing processes and proposes new solutions for improved efficiency; • Practical work methods: takes part in small projects and repairs with the goal of fully understanding general plant processes and operations; • Adaptable: able to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment consisting of Engineering, Project Management, Operations and Maintenance employees at all levels; • Supportive of the development of new technologies and methods; • Highly independent and self-directed: anticipates requirements, seeks opportunities, develops and implements solutions to complex plant processes and operations; • Safety: good understanding and application of electrical, mechanical and general safety.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS • Experience as a Journeyman Millwright • Experience at managing maintenance and operation crews at industrial facilities; • Experience with hydro plant operations, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), communications infrastructure, high-voltage transmission lines (a definite asset); • Experience reading and interpreting Engineering drawings; • Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, pneumatic and hydraulic drawings; • Possess a BC driver’s licence in good standing; experience with 4-wheel drives and snowmobiles is required (Class 1 driver’s licence, an asset);

The chosen candidate will be based at out Upper Lillooet Hydro Project in Pemberton, BC.

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Teppan Village is hiring

JAPANESE TEPPANYAKI CHEFS in Whistler.

JOB DUTIES • Prepare and cook Teppanyaki and other Japanese food including Sushi.

• Ensure food meets quality standards.

• Estimate food requirements and cooking time.

• Instruct Kitchen Helpers and Cooks in preparation, cooking, and presentation of food.

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• Inspecting ingredients for quality and freshness and supervising all food preparation.

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• Work as a team and ensure orders are completed in timely manner.

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QUALIFICATIONS • Completion of secondary school and 3 years or more experience as a cook/chef.

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Servers Cooks Hosts Expeditors Barbacks Setters Shift Managers Visit us anytime or email us at apply.whistler@earls.ca

• Experience as a Teppanyaki Cook/Chef an asset.

• Good understanding of Japanese food and Teppanyaki food.

All season, Permanent Full-time, 30 hours per week $24 per hour Benefits: 2 weeks vacation (10 working days) Start Date: As soon as possible.

Language of work is English Address: 301-4293 Mountain Square, Whistler, BC, V0N 1B4

All Positions The Pony restaurant is currently seeking applicants for the following positions: Line cook: day and night shifts available. Must have 3+ years experience, competitive wages and bi-weekly tip out.

Dishwasher: Evening shifts, entry level position.Wages + bi-weekly tip out.

Bartender: Experience necessary, part time position.

Server: must have experience in similar fast paced role.

Please email or drop off your resume to The Pony events@thepony.ca

Part Time Office Assistant Monday-Friday for 4-6 hours daily, depending on office needs; with opportunity to turn into permanent, full time in future. Tasks & Skills: General administrative duties Handle incoming phone calls (4 lines) Handle incoming emails and mail Office Supply management Research projects Proficient in MS Office programs, including Excel, Word, Outlook Excellent phone skills info@wwswelding.ca

Food and Beverage Manager Outside Operations Manager Northern Escape Heli-Skiing is looking for a Food and Beverage Manager and an Outside Operations Manager to join our team for the upcoming winter season, and hopefully beyond. We operate 3 lodges in Terrace BC and provide a dynamic work environment with great benefits. If you think you are the right person for the job, tell us why in your cover letter and send us your resume to chad@neheliskiing.com https://www.neheliskiing.com

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EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITIES APPLY TODAY! Diamond Resorts Canada Ltd., Whistler, BC

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MAINTENANCE PERSON HOUSEKEEPERS HOUSEKEEPING SUPERVISOR STAFF HOUSING AVAILABLE SIGNING BONUS We offer better than competitive wages, benefits, spirit or epic ski pass and more. The Adara Hotel is a small boutique hotel nestled in the heart of Whistler close to all amenities and services. We take care of our staff and experience is an asset not a requirement.

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You can’t make this stuff up …

“The sky is falling! The sky is falling!”

– C. Little

AND SO IT WAS. Notwithstanding the sky didn’t actually fall on Chicken Little’s head, soon after the fable was finished the axe did fall on her head. It was reported she was quite tasty in an adrenaline rush kind of way.

While the sky is, in fact, not falling, it did take a few steps closer last week— at least in Canada—toward its final destination as a toxic soup unfit for human

BY G.D. MAXWELL consumption. In a one-two punch that had David Suzuki setting his hair on fire Sunday on CBC radio’s Cross Country Checkup callin show, Justin Trudeau took time out from apologizing to historically mistreated, voterich groups to announce to no one’s surprise his government was pleased to greenlight the Trans Mountain Pipeline expansion.

This was followed closely by Kewpie Scheer’s unveiling of his party’s thinly veiled plan to combat climate change.

Combat may be a misnomer in this case. If climate change was the Black Knight from Monty Python and the Holy Grail—”Tis but a scratch”—it would, armless and legless, prevail against Kewpie’s plan, which makes magical thinking seem like a more realistic hope to turn things climatic around.

The Conservatives’ plan, delivered with as straight a face as Scheer is capable of— which admittedly reminds me of Batman’s nemesis, the Joker—would scrap the federal carbon tax set to put a lock on Alberta’s support for his party next January. Scraping the carbon tax is a very popular measure across much of Canada. It is supported by, not surprisingly, all conservative premiers who want to get re-elected. It is supported by many Canadians who proclaim the evil of all taxes. And if that wasn’t enough, a carbon tax itself is supported by anyone who has ever studied its effectiveness, thus having the kiss of death of the scientific and economic elite, whatever that means.

Eschewing the long-held antipathy Conservatives have for governmental regulation, Kewpie would use “regulatory” means to “encourage” big, industrial polluters to pollute less. How much less?

Enough to help reduce Canada’s overall emissions. And how would he do that?

By making companies that, well, kept on belching out emissions invest in research and adopt technology to reduce the emissions.

Wow, I’m already breathing easier.

Thank goodness his plan has more to it than wishing on a star, which wouldn’t work because those captains of industry wouldn’t be able to see stars through the haze of emissions.

But, as they say on late-night TV, that’s not all. There’s more! The plan offers homeowners a $2,850-per-year tax credit to “try new energy-

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saving products and technologies.” Whatever those products and technologies may be aren’t specifically defined but hey, it’s the thought that counts, right? And $2,850 buys a lot of caulk.

Now, if all this seems a bit wistful, it is downright nuts and bolts compared to the part of the plan that talks about getting other countries to credit Canada for emission reductions if they, for example, burn natural gas Canada has exported to

fight. It takes an even more tortured kind of thinking to believe this decision is likely to be good for JT’s re-election chances.

More likely than not, it will drive people who under normal circumstances would vote Liberal to vote Green. It also won’t earn JT a single vote in Alberta. And, in monumental act of irony, won’t really matter because the pipeline will continue to be bogged down in the courts until his

Thank goodness his plan has more to it than wishing on a star, which wouldn’t work because those captains of industry wouldn’t be able to see stars through the haze of emissions.

them instead of old king coal. If, in fact, there was any response from other countries to this proposal, it was polite laughter.

Had it come a day earlier, the Conservative plan would have had the country in stitches. But coming on the heels of JT’s doubling down on Trans Mountain, it acquired the pastiche of reasonableness, at least among the admittedly large swath of Canadians who are concerned about climate change, but aren’t willing to personally spend half as much as they do at Tim Hortons monthly to do anything about it.

That’s because it takes a certain kind of tortured thinking to, on the one hand, prop up Alberta’s insatiable tarsands extraction and, on the other hand, claim that doing so is a cornerstone of your climate change

sons are old enough to be prime minister.

Take that, Alberta.

If this October’s election was a replay of 2015, that would be disastrous for the governing Liberals, especially since they’re still feeling the sting from voter’s disgust over the SNC Lavalin debacle.

But if there is a silver lining for JT, obscured though it is by thickening ozone, it lies with conservative voters themselves.

Many who would, in a normal election, vote Conservative, aren’t convinced Kewpie is conservative enough. While they applaud his resolve to scrap the carbon tax, they’re left puzzled by the notion that a Conservative government is going to create a new, burdensome, expensive regulatory regime to force companies to pretend to reduce their emissions.

This is even weirder considering the Liberal plan is revenue neutral and individual taxpayers stand to come out ahead whereas the Conservative plan is larded with indirect costs that will be passed on to individuals. For true-blue conservatives, the tail is wagging the dog much as it was when Jean Chrétien’s Liberals balanced the budget in the 1990s.

There is a high likelihood many redmeat conservatives will abandon Kewpie’s muddled plan and vacuous grin and find refuge in Maxime Bernier’s People’s Party, along with the skinheads, immigrant haters and nihilists he seems to attract, including most recently Rob Ford’s widow, whose announcement last week is the kind of Twilight Zone thing that keeps me from writing fiction. I can’t make up stuff weirder than reality.

And so, we have the very real possibility of intransigent liberals, especially those in B.C., moving to the Green Party in substantial numbers, hardcore conservatives finding a home in the People’s Party and ever-fickle Quebecers abandoning the NDP because they don’t like the colour or cut of Jagmeet Singh’s turban.

The only winner stands to be Elizabeth May, who may see her party’s representation in parliament increase by several hundred per cent, the icing on the irony cake being an increase of that magnitude still wouldn’t be enough to earn the Green’s official party status but may give her the balance of power in a fractured minority government.

Man, no matter how hard I try to ignore politics in the Age of Trump, I get sucked down the rabbit hole when it gets this fascinating. Now if only I could find Alice’s stash of mushrooms. n

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Easy access to Creekside Gondola for biking and skiing.

Heated pool & hot tub. Comes fully furnished updated kitchen & court yard /mountain views. $657,000

A perfect weekend retreat or f/t residence, this 4bed/2bath home offers gorgeous mountain views, ample deck space and open concept living. Close proximity to Meadow Park Sports Centre, Alpine Café and Whistler High School. $1,649,000

Rob Boyd

Maggi Thornhill *prec

Nick Swinburne *prec

Suzanne Wilson

6-2500 Taluswood Place

2230-#31 Eva Lake Road

604-935-9172

604-905-8199

212-2050 Lake Placid Road

8716 Idylwood Place

604-932-8899

604 966 8454

BLACKCOMB BENCHLANDS

CREEKSIDE

SPRING CREEK

BLUEBERRY HILL

Exclusive, private, quiet 33 lot sub-division. Backs on to ‘Greenbelt’ – ski-out trail 100m to property!

Main house offers 6 bedrooms + 4.5 bathrooms.

Spacious areas throughout plus 1 bedroom ‘nanny suite’. $5,495,000

This bright lakeside condo features a spacious open plan layout including a luxury rain shower, washroom with heated floors, private sauna & ensuite laundry.

Private lake access on the property, tennis courts, and 2 minutes from Creekside Gondola. $549,000

Amazing value and quality craftsmanship in this custom-built home. Oversized post and beam features, vertical grain doors, windows and trim throughout. Gourmet Chef’s kitchen and more.

Open House Sat and Sun from 1-3. $2,895,000

Located in the exclusive Blueberry Hill neighbourhood, this property offers the opportunity to build your dream home on a large .48 acres lot. Amazing views of Whistler/ Blackcomb with sun all day long. $2,950,000

Bob Daniels

Alyssa Salloum

Jody Wright

Brigitta Fuess

4941 Horstman Lane

D205-1400 Alta Lake Road

604-932-7997

1541 Tynebridge Court

604-358-5595

3430 Blueberry Drive

604-935-4680

604-932-0751

SQUAMISH – 22 ACRES!

SQUAMISH

BRACKENDALE

BRACKENDALE, SQUAMISH

RARE offering – 22 acres of raw land in Paradise Valley, within Squamish! (not SLRD). No road access.

The perfect family home awaits! ‘Rivers Walk’ Townhouse in Brackendale. Modern 3.5 Bed/ 3 Bath/ 2,350sf. Open concept living featuring 2 living areas. Dbl garage, patio, hot tub & outdoor dining.

Greenspace & Mountain views. $799,900

Recently updated rancher on a large duplex zoned 13,200 sq. ft. corner lot. 5 bed & 2 bath. Updated kitchen/bathroom, finished basement, new roof, back deck & fenced yard. Close to elementary school & shopping. $1,129,000

On apx. 1/4 acre on Dryden Creek you’ll find this 3,150 sf ‘Timber Kings’ home. Outside: lush gardens, basalt columns, sauna cabin, whirlpool spa & workshop. Inside: 3 beds, family games room/4th bed + office, 3 baths & 2-car garage. $1,798,000

Rachel Edwards

Angie Vazquez *prec

Katherine Currall

22 Acres in Paradise Valley

48-40632 Government Road

$499,000

David Wiebe *prec

604-966-8874

1630 Depot Road

604-966-4200

41496 Meadow Ave

778-318-5900

Whistler Village Shop

Whistler Creekside Shop

Squamish Station Shop

36-4314 Main Street · Whistler BC V0N 1B4 · Phone +1 604-932-1875

325-2063 Lake Placid Road · Whistler BC V0N 1B2 · Phone +1 604-932-1875

150-1200 Hunter Place · Squamish BC V8B 0G8 · Phone +1 778-733-0611

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604-966-1364

#212 - 1025 Legacy Way

$899,000

A spacious 2 bedroom condo in Whistler’s Cheakamus Crossing, a family friendly neighbourhood. Excellent mountain views, proximity to recreation mountain biking and hiking trails, a new soccer field, tennis courts, playground, community garden, and a short walk to Function Junction.

Matt Chiasson

#312 - 7445 Frontier Street

$589,000

Top floor corner unit two bedroom plus den condo in Pemberton’s beautiful Elements building. Essentially having two master bedrooms, each with 4 piece ensuite bathrooms, you will love the generous floor spaces, high ceilings, ample storage and in-suite laundry.

Patrick Saintsbury

4

604.935.9114

$1,379,000

This 5 bedroom 4 bathroom spacious family home will certainly tick all your boxes.

Open main floor plan that is great for entertaining or relaxing, and a kitchen that will stir your inner chef. Walk out to the upper deck off the kitchen & dining room. An enormous master bedroom with attached ensuite and tranquil forest view.

2

604.935.9171

1357 Greenwood Street

Matt Kusiak

604.935.0762

#3 - 2134 Sarajevo Drive

#3I - 2300 Nordic Drive

6

$525,000

Michael Nauss

3452 Blueberry Drive

$615,000

Enjoy lots of natural light and serenity in this renovated Gondola Village unit with vaulted ceilings backing onto the forest, and mountain views from the bedroom. Move-in ready, with newer windows and tasteful upgrades to the kitchen, bathroom and bedroom, the new owner can enjoy the unit as a full time residence, weekend getaway, or chic little airbnb cabin.

One of the last remaining lots in the prestigious Blueberry Hill area. Plan and build your dream home to incorporate the stunning mountain views and morning sun. You will love this location within walking distance to the Village but away from the bustle. Enjoy strolling along the Valley trail and around the Whistler Golf Course GST is not applicable and there is no Foreign Investment Tax.

Richard Grenfell

Sally Warner*

604.902,4260

1

1 Garibaldi Drive

$1,179,000

Wonderfully secluded 4 bdrm/ 3 bthrm. home or getaway only minutes to Whistler creekside. This well built, well kept home is located in Black Tusk Village, a gated community with lakes and trails. Enjoy the expansive, sunny deck with carport below for all the toys. A large entry level room is a perfect family/ games area.

1

604.932.1315

$1,995,000

604.905.6326

NEW PRICE

Bright corner unit with mountain views make this one-bedroom apartment stand out from the rest. The complex is very well maintained and managed, and the gardens are beautiful. Walking distance to the shops at Creekside and the Gondola to Whistler Mountain, which runs for both summer and winter sports.

Sherry Baker

4

604.932,9586

NEW PRICE

#25 - 2217 Marmot Place

$195,000

At Natures Door is a 2nd to none lifestyle!! This home includes 4 spacious Bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, media room, and fully furnished right down to the placemats and towels.

Offering its own private hot tub, bbq, as well as being Ski in, Ski out, directly onto the Dave Murray Olympic run, these homes are managed by Fairmont Heritage Place.

Ted Morden

604.938-3606

3

7294 Clover Road

$3,995,000

Rare opportunity to own 81.6 acres, 30 minutes from Vail Resort’s Whistler Blackcomb, world renowned ski & Summer paradise. The property is nestled at the foot of the majestic Mt. Currie in the beautiful Pemberton valley, surrounded by spectacular farm land, trees and sweeping views of the mountains.

Ursula Morel*

604.932.8629

5

Open House Sat 1 pm to 4 pm

9096 Corduroy Run Court

$2,999,950

#114D - 2020 London Lane

$119,500

2578 Snowridge Crescent

$6,200,000

Stunning new contemporary home by Heritage West Homes offering 4600 square feet of living space with a stunning main floor of 3500 square feet and 1100 sq ft finished lower level to accommodate guests and family gatherings. 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, a delightful chef’s kitchen with ample sunshine. Easy to show.

Enjoy all of the benefits of luxury condo ownership at the base of Whistler Mountain at a fraction of the cost. This 1 bed/1 bath quarter ownership property in Evolution offers custom finishings, contemporary design & comes fully equipped. Building amenities include: outdoor pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room, games room, exercise room & media room.

Enjoy the views of Whistler Peak and the Dave Murray Downhill from your patio Hot Tub. Picture your family skiing or riding home for lunch. Walking down to Dusty’s or shopping without having to get into your car. In the summer the bike park is right there as well. Fine dining is a short walk, as are the two lakes in the Creekside Area.

Ann Chiasson

Bob Cameron*

Bruce Watt

604.932.7651

4

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