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CLIMATE REPORT Whistlerites want answers about inaction on local climate plan
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Trails to sustainability Mountain biking’s winding road to sustainability: Tourism symposium discusses the sport’s environmental, social, and economic future. - By Dan Falloon
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08 OPENING REMARKS Every day is Remembrance Day for our veterans. This year, let’s work to be open-minded, welcoming and support all those impacted by life’s experiences.
10 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR This week, letter writers give thanks for successful Halloween celebrations and a fundraiser for Families Fighting Cancer in the Sea to Sky.
13 PIQUE’N YER INTEREST Writer Megan Lalonde is done with the “diet culture.” Rejecting diet culture is really just about respect—respecting yourself, your body and everyone else, she argues.
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MAXED OUT Max explores the value of doing the endless, repetitive, yes but creative things that
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43 RANGE ROVER Writer Leslie Anthony suggests a visit to the Okanagan wineries and craft breweries
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62 FORK IN THE ROAD Tasty little currants are nutritional powerhouses, explains Glenda Bartosh this week—and she offers a yummy salad recipe to enjoy them.
64 EPICURIOUS Whistler Cornucopia returns with its most diverse lineup yet as festival features everything from Warhol-themed party to cooking-competition-turned-drag-show.
68 NOTES FROM THE BACK ROW Columnist Feet Banks weighs in on Martin Scorsese’s take on Marvel movies this week. Are they a “theme park” or are they art?
70 MUSEUM MUSINGS This week, we thought we’d take a look at the life and legacy of Charles Ernest Chandler, one of Whistler’s earliest European settlers.
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Veterans still fighting EVERY DAY is Remembrance Day for our veterans. That’s worth keeping in mind as you go about your daily routine. Imagine for a moment that, as you fire off that important work email, wrap up a presentation and pick the kids up from school, you found your mind suddenly focusing on friends killed in combat, or the struggle to get financial support from our government, or the words
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of a therapist helping you find reasons to live. That is reality for many veterans. I had hoped that the federal election would have tackled some of the ongoing issues faced by veterans with solid plans put forward by the various parties to help.
Act. It has not worked out that way, with the Parliamentary Budget Office commenting that the program will only be slightly more generous than the one it replaces, but not a match for the pre-2006 system. Indeed, veterans have been weighted down by decisions made in Ottawa by the previous Conservative and Liberal governments. Under the Harper Conservatives, Veterans Affairs offices were closed and workers laid off. After the 2015 election, the Liberals re-opened some offices and hired staff, but the backlogs remain and are substantial. Tens of thousands of veterans are waiting for disability benefits. Many veterans still feel stung by the words of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at a 2017 townhall meeting where he said former soldiers were, “asking for more than we are able to give right now.” Said Brian Forbes, chair of the National Council of Veterans Associations, “The
Canada has a social contract with those who serve on the frontlines, whether it is the military or our other service-related agencies. But the issues barely graced the platforms. Now, here we are with the Liberal Party back in power—a party that is still struggling to deal with the broken 2015 election promise around the idea of a pension for life. That promise left many former soldiers with the impression that there would be a wholesale return to pensions-for-life, and that the terms would return to the former Pension
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outrage from that comment is still palpable. “There are veterans who’ve never forgotten that exchange.” Imagine if those who serve used that retort when asked to put their lives on the line. This time around, Trudeau has made new promises to our veterans focusing on wellness and moving away from the issue of pensions. He has offered veterans up to $3,000 in
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free counselling services before a disability claim is required, the most common disability applications (depression, posttraumatic stress disorder and arthritis) will automatically be approved, there will be outreach to every Canadian veteran to make sure they get effective and timely mental health help, and $15 million has been committed toward building new, purpose-built accessible and affordable housing units. Every year, about 3,000 veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces and the RCMP use the services of an emergency shelter— what they need is not barrack short-term housing, but a place where they can get their lives back in order and feel supported. Nearly two out of five veterans report some form of mental-health challenge— nearly double the Canadian average, but today, only about 10 per cent of veterans who need mental-health support get the help they need from Veterans Affairs Canada. Let’s hope, and press for, the Liberals to keep their promises on this front to our veterans. Canada has a social contract with those who serve on the frontlines, whether it is the military or our other service-related agencies. Our government needs to honour that contract. As we gather this Remembrance Day at our cenotaph, now located at Olympic Plaza, let’s step out of our comfort zone and try and imagine what it must be like to experience war and violence. My hope is that considering this will make each of us more open-minded, welcoming and considerate of those who have experiences that change their lives. Canada has so much to offer; with peace one of its greatest assets. Cherish that this Nov. 11. n
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Spooktacular success A big thank you to everyone who took part in the 36th annual Tapley’s Farm Halloween festivities. Under clear, crisp skies, our neighbourhood once again pulled out all stops, from the artistically carved pumpkins to the themed houses and fabulous costumes, to welcoming over 1,000 local children and parents to trick or treat. Special thanks, as ever, to Bruce Stewart and Nesters Market for sponsoring the spectacular fireworks display and their generous candy donation. We also really appreciate all the candy donations from Fresh St. Market, Your Independent Grocer, Creekside Market and everyone who donated at our collection boxes around town. Thanks to the Whistler Fire Department for safely igniting the fireworks, the RCMP for its ongoing support and to BC Transit, Whistler Marketplace, Fastpark and the RMOW for organizing the free “Park and Spook” shuttle, beautifully decorated by Whistler Waldorf School students. Big shout out to the Whistler Secondary School Leadership Team for manning the entrance and organizing the “We Scare Hunger” campaign. The team raised $500 and a big truckload of food for the Food Bank. Also thanks to Pique and Mountain FM for your promotional support.
It was great to see so many people, young and old, dressed up and keeping one of Whistler’s oldest community traditions going strong. Our Whistler spirit is alive and well in Tapley’s neighbourhood! Julia Smart, Shauna Hardy and the Tapleys Organizing Team // Whistler
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Done with diet culture I WAS SCROLLING through Instagram’s Explore page when I noticed a post that read, “To those who don’t believe that fat phobia is real, here’s a thought experiment for you. If you had to choose between being fat and healthy, or thin and unhealthy, which would it be?” I hesitated.
BY MEGAN LALONDE “The fact that your brain hesitated is exactly what I’m talking about,” continued the post, written by U.K. medical doctor Joshua Wolrich. I’d been caught. Obviously, if forced to choose between being healthy or unhealthy, it’s a no-brainer. But apparently if adding the hypothetical caveat that to obtain that same level of health, I would need to become something I, and wider society, have historically strived not to be, the decision isn’t so clear. This question wasn’t just a reminder of why I’ve been done with diet culture for a while, but proof that changing long-held beliefs doesn’t happen overnight. If you’re unfamiliar with the term “diet culture,” registered dietitian Christy Harrison defines it (christyharrison.com/blog/what-isdiet-culture ) as a system of beliefs that, to
summarize, “worships thinness and equates it to health and moral virtue,” promotes “weight loss as a means of attaining higher status,” demonizes “certain ways of eating while elevating others—which means you’re forced to be hyper-vigilant about your eating, ashamed of making certain food choices,” and “Oppresses people who don’t match up with its supposed picture of ‘health,’” which, as Harrison explains, “disproportionately harms women, femmes, trans folks, people in larger bodies, people of colour, and people with disabilities, damaging both their mental and physical health.” To me, diet culture is the reason we look for quick fixes in restrictive fad diets, supplements and juice cleanses, as if it’s our appearance that needs fixing (P.S. your liver exists for a reason; cleanses are not necessary). It’s the reason I thought it was a good idea to take metabolism-boosting pills in high school. It’s the thought that, if our appearance matches society’s ideals, we’ll be happier, more accepted or revered. It needs to be said that I have absolutely no formal training when it comes to nutrition. What I do have is over a decade of experience Googling the pros and cons of every diet in the book, attempting to find out which would be most effective. Don’t get me wrong, I think it’s incredibly important for people to be educated about the food we eat, where it comes from and what
kind of impact our nutritional choices have on our bodies. I don’t think there’s anything inherently wrong with having goals and using scientifically proven knowledge to meet them—if it’s not compromising your mental or physical health. But, for me, it’s too exhausting to care about “dieting” anymore, at least the way I used to do it. For example, while working at a highperformance training centre during university, it wasn’t uncommon for me to skip dinner in favour of protein powder, or add extra sets of treadmill sprints to my workout to “make up” for the pizza I ate the night before. Outwardly, my decisions seemed healthy and were socially accepted. My friends would comment on how fit and committed I was— the praise made me feel superior to those who weren’t making the same choices. But even so, it never felt like I was doing enough. That’s probably because my motivation to eat what I perceived as “healthy” foods (ahem, low-fat cheese? Seriously?) and to work out six days a week was fuelled by negativity. Those were my tools to achieve a certain body type and avoid another, something I imagined would make up for any problems I had and ensure I was always accepted. When I inevitably “cheated,” I’d feel like a dirtbag, not because of the sugar I consumed,
but because of the guilt I associated with it. (Sidenote: can we all just agree that food doesn’t have a moral value? You haven’t “been bad” because you’ve consumed caloriedense foods. Calories are literally just units of energy; you have not committed any crimes.) Slowly, I’ve come to realize that there are so many better reasons to be active and eat whole foods —none of which have anything to do with our appearance—than weight loss. I’ve learned that appearances have nothing to do with your worth or abilities as a human being. I’ve also learned that when talking about health, the old adage of never judging a book by its cover rings true. All weight loss is not healthy—that friend who’s suddenly much smaller and “looks great” may be dealing with debilitating stress or depression. Another friend who wears a larger clothing size may be perfectly healthy and stronger than you think, and/or maybe they’re dealing with an illness or hormone imbalance. Either way, you never know what’s happening under the surface. It’s never OK to judge or assign stereotypes based on someone’s appearance. At the end of the day, adjusting your perspective is never easy, especially when these sentiments are so deeply ingrained that it’s nearly impossible to sort out where society’s influence ends and logical thinking begins. For me, rejecting diet culture is really just about respect. Respecting yourself, your body and respecting everyone else. n
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OUR ONLINE CONVERSATION Last week, Pique wrote about the termination of a local strata that, if approved, would put 4340 Sundial Cres. up for sale. As a result, three longstanding village businesses— Sushi Village, Black’s Pub and The Mexican Corner—would be compensated “for nickels on the dollar.” Needless to say, our Facebook followers weren’t thrilled to find out about the predicament:
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Still ‘significant work’ to do on Whistler’s climate action plan CLOSE TO 40 RESIDENTS ATTEND COUNCIL MEETING TO HEAR QUARTERLY UPDATE ON CECAP
BY BRANDON BARRETT IN A RARITY for the usually sparsely attended council meetings, close to 40 Whistlerites came out on Tuesday, Nov. 5 to hear the municipality’s quarterly update on its Community Energy and Climate Action Plan (CECAP). Organized by the Association of Whistler Area Residents for the Environment and former Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) communications staffer Randi Kruse, the gathering was in response to the municipality’s seeming inaction on its overarching climate plan since it was adopted in 2016. “Over three years ago now, the community supported your significant investment in creating this climate action plan,” Kruse said while addressing council in the Q&A period before the presentation. “I think many people are here tonight … because we’re concerned that this community mandate is not being pursued as aggressively as it needs to be.” Whistler’s ambitious climate plan, which aims to cut the community’s 2007
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greenhouse gas emissions by a third by next year—a target the resort is not on pace to meet—includes 134 specific actions to be completed in the short-, medium- and long-term. Of the 94 actions in the “Mitigation” section, which mostly comprises energy and emission goals, 42 are in progress, 18 are continual, ongoing efforts, five are completed, and 29 have not been initiated. (Some of the items do not have an action status listed in the report, which the RMOW
been initiated. Crompton acknowledged “the long walk ahead” for the RMOW, while highlighting some of the work that’s already underway, such as investing in local public transit, pushing the province for a regional transit model (see related story on Page 28), and installing electric vehicle-charging stations. “We are committed to implementing this and doing the work that we need to do to take action. In my opinion, we are moving in the right direction, but there is
“...we’re concerned that this community mandate is not being pursued as aggressively as it needs to be.” - RANDI KRUSE
later clarified means they have not been initiated.) Of the 40 actions listed in the “Adaptation” section, which includes minimizing the threat of wildfire, traffic congestion, and ensuring an adequate water supply, two are in progress, 10 are ongoing, one is completed, and 27 have not been initiated. Short-term goals make up the majority of the CECAP—73 in all. Of those, only two have been completed, while 19 are ongoing and 23 are in progress. Twenty-nine shortterm actions—or 40 per cent—have not
significant work to do,” Crompton said. Single-occupant passenger vehicles continue to be the No. 1 driver of emissions locally, and together with natural gas use in buildings, make up 90 per cent of Whistler’s GHG output. To that end, Whistler now requires higher energy performance for new residential buildings as part of its adoption of the Energy Step Code. In coordination with the province, the RMOW has also increased energy-efficiency rebates for homes and has begun discussions with the hotel sector to encourage “creative climate and clean
energy initiatives,” according to the report. On the vehicle emissions front, the RMOW has reduced the cost of monthly bus passes and offers free public transit on summer weekends and holidays in an effort to increase transit usage. At its Nov. 5 council meeting, the RMOW also announced plans to launch a pilot program in 2020 that will offer free transit to Whistler high-school students, aimed at reducing highway congestion by cutting down on “parent chauffeur” trips. That initiative will be funded through the increase in revenue expected by adjusting the cost of a monthly parking pass for Day Lots 1 to 3 from $50 to $60, another effort the RMOW hopes will encourage more transit use locally. (See related story on next page.) One of the long-called for actions in the CECAP that has been completed is the hiring of a climate change coordinator, Maximillian Kniewasser, whose main priority, as listed in Tuesday’s update report, is to “accelerate the transition away from fossil fuels by identifying and advancing high impact initiatives in the transportation and buildings sectors, and to engage with key stakeholders and the broader Whistler community to create buy-in for strong action.” Part of that engagement effort will be to increase the frequency of community and stakeholder consultation on climaterelated initiatives. That will entail a website re-design and more active social media presence to better inform residents on local climate action and more frequent climate-specific outreach and input from the community on CECAP implementation and priorities. n
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BY BRANDON BARRETT IN ITS ONGOING efforts to curb passenger vehicle emissions, the Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) will launch an initiative next year offering free transit to local high-school students—funded by an increase in the price of monthly parking passes for Day Lots 1 to 3. The pilot project, which was presented as part of an update to the Whistler Transportation Action Plan at the Tuesday, Nov. 5 council meeting, is aimed at reducing highway congestion and greenhouse gas emissions by cutting down on “parent chauffeur” trips within Whistler. The original goal was to test the program with Grade 8 and 9 students, before it was recommended by the Transportation Advisory Group (TAG) and the Day Lots Operating Committee to offer it to approximately 500 local high-school students at Whistler Secondary School and Whistler Waldorf School. Although RMOW transportation demand coordinator Emma DalSanto said BC Transit expressed concern about adding so much ridership, because School District 48 will continue to offer its own bussing, “we feel the current transit system we
of the monthly pass and the use of the monthly pass,” DalSanto said. According to the report, monthly parking pass sales have seen a rapid increase. This past winter, more than 700 passes were sold in Day Lots 1 to 3 for just 800 available spots. “Once you have a pass, you want to get your money’s worth and you will keep using it until your pass runs out, so it’s actually doing the opposite of what we like in the parking lots—it’s driving more people to drive,” explained DalSanto. Although she was glad to see the price of a monthly parking pass jump ahead of the $50 monthly bus pass, Councillor Jen Ford urged TAG to find a way to make the $270 six-month and $510 12-month transit passes more affordable. “People don’t buy a six-month pass because they don’t know if they will be here in six months. It’s a big outlay of cash,” she said. “The numbers don’t quite make sense to buy a six-month or 12-month pass, so I challenge us to find ways to bring those passes down so it is cheaper than driving your single-occupancy vehicle to town.” The RMOW has also set a maximum target of 90-per-cent occupancy in the day lots; that number regularly goes up to 100 per cent on peak days “and many other days as well,” DalSanto said.
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have will be able to accommodate our high school students.” Ridership patterns and vehicle capacity will be monitored as part of the project, which is being targeted for launch in early January. The project is estimated to cost $61,000, and will be funded by the added revenue from raising the price of a monthly parking pass for Day Lots 1 to 3 from $50 to $60, aligning with a legal agreement between the RMOW and Whistler Blackcomb that says any day lot revenue beyond operations and maintenance must be spent on transportation initiatives. The price adjustment goes into effect on Dec. 1. The price hike is also an effort by the RMOW to encourage further transit use and increase the availability of parking spaces during peak times. “The reason for [increasing the pass price] is to reduce, if possible, the purchase
Parking got even tighter after the removal, earlier this year, of 120 spots from Day Lots 4 and 5 that was mandated by Transport Canada for helicopter operations at the Whistler Health Care Centre’s helipad. “Had we not done the work we had done, we would have been in a much worse place this past summer,” DalSanto said. The Creekside parkade, by comparison, continues to be underutilized in the summer. Tuesday’s presentation also looked at traffic levels on Highway 99, and found that, despite an estimated six-per-cent increase last year in traffic arriving in Function Junction, that total traffic measured within Whistler at the Brio counter has stayed relatively steady dating back to 2016. “This is a key and important point showing that our Transportation Action Plan is working,” said DalSanto, highlighting a six-percent increase in summer weekday ridership. n
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Police warning residents following mailbox break-ins last month POLICE BRIEFS: MAN ASSAULTED TRYING TO BREAK UP PARTY; BULL KILLED IN CAR ACCIDENT
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residents that their mail may have been stolen after several communal mailboxes were broken into last month. On Oct. 16, Whistler RCMP was notified of the thefts from mailboxes in the areas of Old Gravel Road, Stonebridge Drive and Brandywine Way. Canada Post confirmed the break-ins occurred the day prior. Police are currently trying to identify the culprits as well as what items were stolen. “The RCMP want to remind people [to] be vigilant and report suspicious activity around communal mailboxes, pay attention if you do not receive mail that you had expected and don’t let mail build up in your mailbox,” read a statement from police. In an email, a spokesperson for Canada Post said letters were posted at the affected mailboxes notifying residents where they could pick up their mail. Damaged locks were also replaced last week and full delivery has since resumed. There tends to be several reports a year of mailboxes around Whistler being broken into. Spokesperson Sylvie Lapointe would not comment when asked whether Canada Post was satisfied with the level of security at its mailboxes. She also did not address why it took more than two weeks to replace the damaged locks. Canada Post encourages anyone expecting a parcel that did not arrive to contact the sender, who can initiate a claim at 1-800-267-1177. Customers concerned with identify fraud should contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501. Police are asking victims who have not yet reported the theft to police, or anyone with information on the crimes, to contact the Whistler RCMP at 604-932-3044, or Sea to Sky Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 to remain anonymous.
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A Rainbow resident was reportedly assaulted last week after trying to break up a house party, police said in a release. At about 10:45 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2, police attended the 8300 block of Ski Jump Rise after a report of a large house party and fight that had spilled out onto the street. Investigators learned that a neighbour who
went outside to try and quiet down the party was subsequently assaulted and injured by a group of young males. Now, police are asking anyone with “any information/video/surveillance that could be of assistance in piecing together this incident” to contact the detachment at 604-932-3044, or Sea to Sky Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 to remain anonymous.
BULL KILLED IN VEHICLE ACCIDENT IN MOUNT CURRIE A bull was killed, and two people were injured after a vehicle collision in Mount Currie this week, police said. At about 7:15 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4, Pemberton RCMP attended the scene of the collision on Highway 99 and Xitoclaw Road, where they learned the driver of a Ford F150 was unable to avoid a bull that had run onto the road. The driver and a passenger were taken to hospital with minor injuries. The bull did not survive the collision. The vehicle was heavily damaged, police said, and towed from the scene.
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IMPAIRED VANCOUVER MAN INJURED IN VEHICLE ROLLOVER ON HIGHWAY 99 A Vancouver man who police said was impaired at the time was injured after rolling his vehicle over on Highway 99 last week, police said in a release. At about 12:10 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 30, Whistler RCMP responded to the single-vehicle incident near Retta Lake Road. Police have since learned that the vehicle struck road barriers while travelling southbound and rolled over. The driver, a 22-year-old man, managed to escape the vehicle and was taken to hospital with what appeared to be nonlife-threatening injuries, police said. Ultimately, the driver was found to be impaired while behind the wheel and had his driver’s licence suspended and his vehicle impounded, police said. n
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Stroll into Whistler Village in less than 5 minutes to enjoy dinner, shopping, or theatre, and to access the down-hill biking or skiing, but have a home in a private setting, this is the property for you. Located in Eagle Ridge, this 2 bedroom townhome offers 1183 square feet on 2 levels with a full height basement for all of your adventure gear.
This 4 bedroom and loft townhome is part of small and private strata located on Blueberry Hill, just above the Arnold Palmer Whistler Golf Course. Stroll to the Village or bike to the beach on Alta Lake. Recent updates include new paint throughout, refinished wood floors, new carpet and new plumbing fittings.
Walk to the Village from this beautiful half duplex in Whistler Cay Heights. This 4 bedroom with 3 bathrooms offers you great mountain views from the living space, master bedroom and the wrap-around sundeck. The large outdoor space allows for great outdoor entertaining. The versatile floor plan offers a combination of usage for full-time or weekend living.
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840 square foot 2 bedroom in Orion, Pemberton’s newest condo development. Great views, private garage, storage, efficient state of the art design and construction, Orion is due to complete in early 2020. Beyond “passive” standard for energy efficiency and a focus on healthy living construction techniques.
Stunning main floor of 3500 sqft, 1100 sq ft finished lower level accommodates guests and family gatherings. 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, chef’s kitchen with ample sunshine. Features radiant infloor heating, high quality windows and flooring, stone counter tops, professional grade appliances, irrigation and landscaping and covered decks.
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BY BRANDON BARRETT THE RESORT MUNICIPALITY of Whistler (RMOW) is encouraging residents and second homeowners to sign up for its recently launched emergency notification system. Announced on Tuesday, Nov. 5, Whistler Alert sends out mass notifications by text, email and phone call with up-to-date information in the event of an emergency. Those who have registered for the service will be notified when there is a situation “involving an imminent or possible threat to lives or property in Whistler,” the RMOW said in a release. Whistler Alert differs from the provincial emergency system, which only sends alerts
during mass disasters that affect a large part of B.C. If residents or visitors receive an emergency notification through Whistler, they should follow the recommended action in the alert, which could include, but is not limited to, an evacuation order or notice to avoid travelling to a certain area or to remain indoors. They should also seek out more information from credible sources, such as the municipal website, whistler.ca, and local news sources. Do not call 911 for more information. Whistler Alert is part of the RMOW’s Multimodal Evacuation Plan released earlier this year, which outlines how emergency officials will safely evacuate the community once an order is in place. The Whistler Alert system will be the primary notification tool during an evacuation or
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another emergency that requires officials to provide specific details. Sign up for Whistler Alert at whistler.ca/ whistleralert. For more information on how to prepare for an emergency and what to do in the event of one, visit whistler.ca/emergency.
FORGED AXE THROWING WANTS TO ADD LIQUORLICENSED AREA, PARKING SPACES At its regular meeting Tuesday, Nov. 5 council greenlit an application from Forged Axe Throwing to add several parking stalls at its Function Junction site that are needed for its proposed liquor-licensed area.
The business has proposed adding a 774-square-foot (72-square-metre) licensed area for liquor sales to its indoor axe throwing space, which would require an additional five parking spots, for a total of 17 parking stalls. A support letter for the project received 66 signatures from the community. Councillor Jen Ford welcomed the proposal and said her opinion of Function has changed since the addition of new sidewalks aimed at increasing driver and pedestrian safety. “Function is becoming more vibrant,” she said. “This is a win, I think, and yes, we absolutely need to consider future further development to make sure that
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WHISTLER 101 LECTURES BEING TARGETED FOR RELEASE IN SPRING 2020 The Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) is aiming for April and May 2020 to release a video lecture series it hopes will foster a greater sense of belonging in the community. Called Whistler 101, the project springs out of Whistler’s Cultural Tourism Development Strategy and will feature free video lectures about the resort’s arts, biodiversity, geodiversity, Indigenous peoples’ history and heritage, and postcontact history and heritage. The goal of Whistler 101 is to “inform and inspire” residents about the place they call home, making them more effective ambassadors to the scores of visitors who come to the resort. “It’s driven by the premise that through a deeper understanding, there will be appreciation, and through appreciation, there will be protection,” said John Rae, the RMOW’s manager of cultural planning and development, at the Tuesday, Nov. 5 council meeting. Calling it a cross between a TED Talk and BBC’s groundbreaking nature documentary series, Planet Earth, Rae said the series is
“likely to attract a more purposeful traveller, one who is more likely to want to explore more, learn more and therefore stay longer and be inclined towards stewardship.” The municipality met with a host of resort stakeholders, such as Arts Whistler, the Audain Art Museum, Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre (SLCC), Tourism Whistler (TW), Whistler Blackcomb and the Whistler
appreciative of this program in that it is definitely going to drive more awareness in terms of nature,” said Councillor Arthur De Jong. “Locals sharing their passion and knowledge of Whistler with guests defines authenticity … It’s essential to succeeding long term. I see great value in this. It doesn’t just align with our vision, it embraces it.”
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RMOW PROPOSES RAISING BUSINESS LICENCE FEES AS PART OF COMBINED BYLAW Also at the Tuesday, Nov. 5 council meeting, elected officials gave first and second readings to a proposal to combine Whistler’s longstanding Business Licence and Business Regulation bylaws, which would also entail an increase in business licence fees. The new streamlined bylaw is aimed at reducing the number of bylaws business owners need to reference, as well as requiring business licence applicants to comply with all bylaws and enactments applicable to their specific business as a
The Resort Municipality of Whistler is taking applications to fill several positions on its Forest & Wildland Advisory Committee (FWAC), and one position on the Whistler Bear Advisory Committee. The FWAC advises council on issues related to forestry wildfire management, land use and commercial and public recreation, and its focus for 2019 will be to report on the Cheakamus Community Forest’s activities and review alpine and forest recreation plans against guidelines. The focus of the Whistler Bear Advisory Committee is to provide ongoing public education to reduce human-bear conflict and to provide council with insights into bear-related issues. Interested applicants should submit a short description of their qualifications and committee of interest to hberesford@ whistler.ca before 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 14. n
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Harbour Air installs electric engine into ‘prototype’ seaplane AIRLINE AIMS TO ‘ELECTRIFY THE WHOLE FLEET’—EVENTUALLY
BY JOEL BARDE HARBOUR AIR HAS taken a significant step in its goal of creating an electric fleet of seaplanes, but it will likely be several years before Whisterites see one touch down on Green Lake. The company recently installed an electric motor in its prototype airplane, a DHC-2 de Havilland Beaver, and is now “working on installing the battery packs and getting the rest of the airframe prepared,” explained Greg McDougall, founder and CEO of Harbour Air Seaplanes. “We’re not seeing any major obstacles in terms of the technology … We anticipate we should be able to fly the thing in the first part of December.” McDougall, however, isn’t popping the champagne quite yet, recognizing that there are still “quite a few goal posts” ahead. Harbour Air—which took over Whistler Air back in 2002 and now operates up to 300 daily flights out of several B.C. and Washington harbours—is at the forefront of getting Transportation Canada and the
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carbon offsets for years (becoming the first carbon-neutral airline in 2007), McDougall said its goal is to eliminate emissions all together. The airline industry is a carbonintensive form of transportation, with planes amounting to about 4.9 per cent of carbon emissions globally. McDougall added that going electric will help secure the company’s social licence to continue to operate out of the busy harbours that it has already set up shop, such as in Vancouver, Victoria and Seattle. The noise that planes produce can be a “big issue” when it comes to being a good neighbour,” he said, noting how much the business has changed since Harbour Air began operating as a forest-service company in 1982. “When we first started the business 30 to 35 years ago, the harbours were mainly just working harbours with very little residential downtown [developments],” he remarked. Harbour air is working closely with MaginX, a Redmond, Wash.-based technology company that specializes in building electric propulsion systems for aircrafts. Reached by email, Roei Ganzarski, MagniX’s CEO, said that the installation
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Regional transit unlikely anytime soon PROVINCE’S REJECTION OF MOTOR-FUEL TAX IS ‘STUPID’ AND ‘PATHETIC’: MLA JORDAN STURDY
BY JOEL BARDE THE LONGSTANDING GOAL of creating a regional public transportation system that would run from Mount Currie to Vancouver appears to have hit a major roadblock, with the province once again rejecting the funding model put forward by Sea-to-Sky communities and no agreed upon alternative in the works. Representatives from some of the stakeholder communities—which include the Squamish-Lillooet Regional District, the District of Squamish, Whistler, Pemberton, and Squamish and Lil’wat Nations—met with the minister of transportation at the Union of BC Municipalities convention in September. During that meeting, they once again advocated that the system should be funded through a motor-fuel tax that could be levied at gas stations throughout the corridor. The service is expected to cost $3.6 million a year to begin with, and grow
to $6.1 million annually after three years, as additional trips are added to the schedule. But according to Pemberton Mayor Mike Richman, the meeting wasn’t “nearly as productive as we hoped.” “We were basically told that the province doesn’t support the funding model we put forward to provide transit to the corridor,” said Richman. “It feels like we are being told that we can either go to our tax base, and fund it that way, or we can wait for a couple years while the province sorts out other potential models.” The province’s unwillingness to budge on a motor-fuel tax for the corridor is seen as unfair by many, as the model is already in place in the Lower Mainland and the Capital Regional District (CRD), where it is drawn on to support public transportation. The Lower Mainland has a 18.5-centper-litre TransLink motor-fuel tax, while the CRD has a 5.5-cent-per-litre motorfuel tax. The motor-fuel tax is a model that works, said Whistler Mayor Jack Crompton. “It’s
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service in place very quickly,” said District of Squamish Mayor Karen Elliott. “We need help from the province to identify additional funds beyond what we are able to contribute to fund regional transit service across a large rural area.” The province’s Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, Claire Trevena, was unavailable to discuss the
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Paying remembrance to one of Whistler’s most fervent champions, Walter Zebrowski ZEBROWSKI’S DAUGHTER WILL LAY WREATH IN HIS HONOUR AT REMEMBRANCE DAY CEREMONY
BY BRANDON BARRETT SINCE HIS DEATH in 1996, someone has laid a wreath at Whistler’s Remembrance Day Ceremony in honour of Polish émigré and veteran Walter Zebrowski. For the first time, Zebrowski’s daughter, Eva, will lay a wreath at ceremony next week in memory of her father. “I always think of my dad when I come to Whistler,” said Eva, who lives in Montreal. “I always feel his spirit is there … He wanted his ashes scattered up there on Sproatt Mountain, which is what we did. I always feel him on top of that mountain looking over what’s going on.” Zebrowski’s improbable wartime story
feels ripped out of a Hollywood script. Fighting for the Polish Army as an operations commander in charge of transportation, he was wounded on the first day of the Second World War. Eventually, he landed in France, where he began a journey that, according to his obituary, saw him circumnavigate Europe and escape Nazi soldiers—twice. He survived a U-boat attack in the North Atlantic, crossed Siberia in a boxcar in the dead of winter, and trained throughout the Middle East. In 1944, Zebrowski took part in the pivotal Battle of Monte Cassino, a challenging campaign through Italy that resulted in 55,000 Allied casualties. He ended the war with the rank of major. “He always thought that this was one
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REGIONAL TRANSIT FROM PAGE 28 province’s rationale for rejecting the model. For its part, the province appears to be advancing the idea that the stakeholders should look to their own tax base to fund regional transportation. It’s “important to note that, with the exception of BC Bus North … each of the 89 transit systems across the province are funded, in part, by local property tax,” said a statement from the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure to Pique. The gas taxes in place in Victoria and Metro Vancouver are “unique funding models,” the statement explained. “For example, in the case of Victoria’s regional motor-fuel tax, which was implemented in 1993 to support transit, it replaced a BC Hydro levy that was there previously. “In Metro Vancouver, the motor-fuel tax [used] to support TransLink is part of a suite of taxes that TransLink can use to fund transit and light rail as well as the major road network and cycling infrastructure.” The province’s rejection of a motor-fuel tax has drawn swift condemnation from local MLA Jordan Sturdy, who serves at the Liberal Party’s transportation critic. The decision is “pathetic” and “stupid,” he said, adding that he doesn’t understand what the province’s objection is. “[A motor-fuel tax] is good enough for the Capital Regional District and it’s good enough for Metro Vancouver—but it’s not good enough for the Sea to Sky,” said Sturdy. “Why it’s not good enough for the Sea to
Sky is a mystery to me.” The motor-fuel tax simply makes sense for the corridor, said Sturdy. Approximately 25 per cent of the 60 million litres of gas sold annually in the corridor is purchased by people who live outside of the region, he added. Sturdy also noted that the two First Nations partners don’t have the option of tapping property taxes to fund a regional transportation system, saying that the motor-fuel tax is therefore the most equitable way to move forward as everyone who drives buys fuel. Under the proposed model put forward by the stakeholders, a regional transportation system would be governed under a commission model, with all stakeholders given an equal voice. In Pemberton, there is concern that this model could be in jeopardy, as according to Richman, the province has suggested that the stakeholders could break up the system and look to fund parts of it themselves. That appears to be a non-starter for Richman. “We want to do it as a single service that goes all the way from Mount Currie to Vancouver,” said Richman. “I do worry that if it’s piecemeal we could get left behind a little bit. It’s always a concern.” Going forward, he will continue to advocate for a strong and unified regional transportation system, he said. “We will not be left behind on this,” said Richman. n
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NEWS WHISTLER << FROM PAGE 29 of the most exciting times of his life, even though it was dangerous and full of peril,” Eva recalled. “But those were amazing years for him.” Zebrowski’s post-war life began in 1948, when he arrived in Canada and set up a chicken farm in Burnaby. It was on a trip, years later, to Diamond Head in Squamish—on his wartime-issued skis, which are currently on display at the Whistler Museum—that Zebrowski spotted Whistler Mountain in the distance. Inspired, he claimed a plot of land in 1963, three years before Whistler first opened its ski resort. Over the next 30 years, Zebrowski would be one of the resort’s most prolific developers, clearing swaths of land with his bulldozer and eventually developing much of today’s Nordic Estates neighbourhood. He also helped establish Whistler Water Works, was instrumental in bringing television to the valley, and was a founding member of the Rotary Club of Whistler. For a man who lived in literally dozens of far-flung locales over the years, it was telling that Whistler was where Zebrowski felt most at home. He was a font of knowledge, and went out of his way to mentor young Whistlerites as they set out on their career paths—a trend that has continued through the Walter Zebrowski Memorial Fund, which has been awarded since 1997 to a graduating Whistler Secondary School students that exemplifies academic
“It was an emphasis on community service because my dad was so dedicated and devoted and loved Whistler. It was his community,” Eva said.
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For the second year in a row, Whistler’s Remembrance Day Ceremony will be held at the new cenotaph at Olympic Plaza. “I think the cenotaph is really, really an improvement,” said organizer Steve LeClair with the Whistler RCMP. “It’s actually better for the viewing public to be able to see a bit better, and it allows us to get a larger parade in there as well.” The service begins with a Veterans’ Parade at 10:53 a.m. from the Ted Nebbeling Bridge down the Village Stroll, before ending up at the cenotaph. The ceremony will include songs performed by the Whistler Singers and Whistler Children’s Chorus, a helicopter fly-past, poetry readings, and the laying of wreaths. LeClair said the parade would likely be joined by members of the 39 Canadian Brigade Group out of Vancouver and the HMCS Discovery, along with local veterans and members of the RCMP and Whistler Fire Rescue Service. The Rotary Club of Whistler will host a free coffee reception following the service. Anyone wishing to volunteer or lay a wreath can contact LeClair at steve.leclair@shaw.ca. n
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BY KARL RICKER AND KRISTINA SWERHUN BIRDS ARE THE most-studied organisms in Whistler thanks to a long-term, volunteer, bird monitoring program. Birds are an indicator species; tracking their behaviour and numbers can tell us a lot about what’s happening in our environment. Now that the numbers have been counted for the summer, we know 109 bird species were seen in Whistler. This result is tied for the fourth lowest in the last 15 years. The highest record was 139 species in 2007 and the lowest was 103 species in 2018. That means even though this summer’s count was low, it is still a slight rebound from the year before. New and exciting finds during the summer season were the American black duck (the second one ever for Whistler), dusky grouse and great gray owl. Unusual sightings included Lewis’s woodpecker (second time recorded, seen in Brandywine Valley), American black duck (Nicklaus North Golf Course pond), ruddy duck (the second time recorded), great blue heron (record count of 10 seen in July), sandhill crane, California gull (unusual number of gulls passing through in August), vesper sparrow and western kingbird (second summer recorded). Since our overall count was low, we were obviously missing some birds that would normally be seen during the summer. So, what do these results mean? We didn’t see the 29 species we normally do, but it’s worthwhile to note that results of any monitoring program are intrinsically tied to the observers themselves. How many people were involved in monitoring? What is their level of expertise?
As the Whistler Naturalists’ bird studies program relies on volunteers, it has seen ebb and flow throughout the years and right now, we’re a little low on volunteers. We hold monthly bird walks on the first Saturday of every month not only to collect important data, but to educate and inspire novice and intermediate birders to be a part of our bird-studies program. The more birders we have, the better our data will be. Please join us! Now back to the results. When there is a change locally in the species or numbers of birds, it means that changes are most likely occurring in a much bigger area as well. How does what we’re seeing in Whistler compare to Squamish or Pemberton or even the Lower Mainland? Luckily, there’s an app for that! Most of our birdmonitoring data is uploaded to eBird, one of the largest biodiversity-related citizenscience projects. The goal of eBird is to gather information in the form of checklists of birds, archive it, and freely share it to power new data-driven approaches to science, conservation and education. There are also tools to use that help you manage your bird lists, photos and audio recordings and real-time maps of species distribution. Whether you join our birding crew, upload to eBird, or a little of both, we hope you enjoy birdwatching and appreciate how important your contributions are to science. The next bird walk is on Saturday, Dec. 7, meeting at 9 a.m. at the west end of Lorimer Rd. by the Catholic Church. Free— all are welcome. Naturespeak is prepared by the Whistler Naturalists. To learn more about Whistler’s natural world, go to whistlernaturalists.ca. n
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BY JOEL BARDE VILLAGE OF PEMBERTON (VOP) council broke to hold a scheduled public hearing during its Nov. 5 regular council meeting to hear from the public on proposed changes to the VOP’s official community plan (OCP) and zoning bylaw. The minor amendment would re-designate an area adjacent to the Sunstone Ridge development from “special planning area” to “residential,” allowing Sunstone Development Ltd. to move forward with a plan to create nine new 2,000-square-metre “estate lots” and enlarge four existing lots. The new lots would necessitate the extension of a municipal roadway, but will utilize water and sanitary infrastructure constructed in earlier phases of the Sunstone Ridge development. Council heard from three people in total, with one in support, one against, and another who said she was “neutral.” Jagoda Kozikowski of 1757 Pinewood Dr. said that she doesn’t agree with the proposal to amend the OCP. The prospective expansion represents a “major eyesore,” and will result an increase in traffic on Pemberton Farm Road East, she said. Kozikowski also expressed concern for the sharp-tailed snake population in the area. “I feel like further extending the development up the hillside, which is a
PUBLIC SUBMISSION Cam McIvor of Sunstone Ridge Developments Ltd. attempted to allay any concerns about a possible expansion of the Sunstone development during a Nov. 5 public hearing. PHOTO BY JOEL BARDE
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critical habitat [for the species], is more of a detriment,” she said, also raising concerns that the VOP’s public hearing was not adequately publicized. “There was no extra effort at all to reach out to the Plateau community,” she said. (The hearing was advertised in the Pique and via VOP’s email newsletter.) Cam McIvor of Sunstone Ridge Developments Ltd. said the company has already undertaken extensive environmental work on the area in question. “We’ve had four separate environmental consultants on this property, and there is nil-to-low habitat value for the sharp-tail snake on Sunstone,” said McIvor. “There is a focused area over on the Ridge property, and all of that has been dealt with the [B.C.] Ministry of Environment— all the way up to Environment Canada.” McIvor added that Sunstone has a snake-compliance plan in place. He added that he believes that pedestrian traffic on Pemberton Farm Road East could be improved. “We’ve been working with the Village and talking to them about doing something to improve the pedestrian traffic, etc.,” he said. A third speaker, who identified herself as a resident of the Ridge, said that she was “neutral” about the amendment, because she didn’t feel she had enough information. VOP council will decide on whether to move forward with the OCP amendment at a forthcoming council meeting.
AIRPORT DEVELOPMENT INQUIRIES VOP council passed a resolution that sets basic criteria for individuals or businesses looking to undertake a lease at the
Pemberton Airport. The criteria requires proposals illustrate “benefits to the community of the proposed operation,” job creation, revenue growth, noise creation, and a business plan (in the case of a commercial operation). Councillor Ted Craddock raised concerns that the language in the criteria would be “onerous” for an individual who may want to rent space for a glider. But VOP staff assured him that there was plenty of flexibility within the criteria, and that they support the language in it. He, along with the rest of council, supported the resolution. “I think it’s good language to use,” said Sheena Fraser, the VOP’s manager of corporate and legislative services.
THIRD QUARTER RESULTS VOP council also received its quarterly update from various departments at its Nov. 5 regular council meeting. Lena Martin, manager of finance and administration for the VOP, presented a consolidated statement of revenues and expenses to council. Martin’s report states that VOP staff is “confident” that the municipality will be on budget at the end the year, though consolidated revenues and expenses are higher than anticipated. At this point the collection of revenues and the outlay of expenses should be around the 75-per-cent mark. However, consolidated revenues and expenses are higher than this percentile, explained Martin. Ending on Sept. 30, the VOP’s net financial balance stands at a surplus of
$2,286,273, she explained. Following her presentation, Coun. Ryan Zant asked about the truck used by VOP bylaw, suggesting that it is in need of replacement. Martin said that she believes a replacement is slated for next year. Zant also suggested that perhaps the VOP could purchase an electric vehicle, saying there could be cost savings. The VOP’s development services department reported that it issued 26 permits in total, including for three singlefamily dwellings and six single-family dwellings with suites. The value of construction was $7,013,026.95, with $59,282 in permit fees. The VOP’s volunteer fire department reported another busy quarter. “For the third quarter Pemberton Fire Rescue responded to 129 incidents,” stated its report to council. As of Sept. 30, the department has responded to a total of 359 incidents for the year, representing an increase of 63 incidents over the same period in 2018. In his presentation, Fire Chief Robert Grossman noted that the department fielded 389 calls as of Nov. 4. That’s the same figure the department responded to in all of the previous year, he explained. “We are anticipating to reach 450 for the end of the year,” said Grossman. The fire department also reported having had a “very successful” recruitment drive in the quarter, producing 13 applicants, all of whom have successfully completed the recruitment process. To date, membership stands at 37, with two full-time members, 20 paid on-call members, 13 new recruits, and two members currently on leave. n
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FOURTEEN PEOPLE FINED FOR DRIVING ON CLOSED UPPER LILLOOET FOREST SERVICE ROAD ON OCT. 26 said Mueller, noting that the area has been closed due to “health and safety” reasons since 2010. “It’s just not a safe place to be,” she said, adding that people who enter a closed recreation areas can face a $115 fine. Mueller added that the Lillooet South FSR was upgraded following the catastrophic 2010 Mount Meager landslide, and that while it remains a challenging drive, it is now drawing more people than ever. “The closure is in place to help limit the number of people during the sensitive times,” said Mueller. Enforcing FSR closures on any road is difficult in the corridor, said Allen McEwan, president of the Pemberton Wildlife Association. There is actually a gate on the FSR that remains closed, he said, meaning that people have three options to get past: break through the gate (something McEwan said he’s seen before), go around, or use a key. Going forward, the public needs to be educated about the importance of the closure for grizzly bear recovery, said McEwan, adding that everyone he has spoken to about it is “quite understanding” and willing to comply. There will, however, always be an element “who doesn’t care about wildlife,” he said, adding that he believes it to be a “small portion” of the overall population. McEwan said he would like to see more enforcement of road closures in the corridor, but acknowledged that that could be challenging given current COS staffing levels. “When we bring the laws in as a government, then they should be enforceable,” he said. “It’s just a matter of whether we have the staff and the manpower to do that.” n
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Pemberton Farmers’ Market maven moves on MARKET WON FARMERS’ MARKET OF THE YEAR AWARD UNDER MOLLI REYNOLDS’ MANAGEMENT
BY JOEL BARDE MOLLI REYNOLDS, the manager of Pemberton Farmers’ Market, is moving on after an impressive tenure that saw new events added to the popular market’s schedule. The move comes a year after the farmers’ market was awarded the Farmers’ Market of the Year award (for its category) by the BC Association of Farmers’ Markets. Yet despite the accolade, Reynolds, who sold handmade products at the market prior taking on the managerial role, remains humble about her overall approach to managing the busy event. “What I lack in experience, I make up in enthusiasm,” said Reynolds, who took the job in May 2016. Reynolds’ role saw her organizing vendors, making sure that everyone was paid, and organizing a number of special annual events that helped breathe life into the market. One such event, the zucchini race, was held for “no other reason but to have fun,” she said. Participants strapped their zucchini on wheels and sent it speeding down a ramp—with some going as far as painting their zucchinis. Held over the past three years, the event was a big hit with kids and parents, said Reynolds. Reynolds also helped organize the Bard in the Barn with Pemberton Secondary School drama instructor Renata Zablotney. The event was held in the barn in 2018, but moved to the Pemberton and District Community Centre, due to construction associated with the downtown enhancement project this year. “I’ve always loved theatre … and I always wanted to put theatre in a barn,” said Reynolds. She said that her goal, and the goal of the market’s board, has been to create a family friendly vibe that attracts people to hang out. The weekly music and the fact that all of the vendors sell under one roof have been keen to its success, she said. “People enjoy just sitting there listening to music,” said Reynolds. “On any given day, there’s just a nice family mood.” Matt Prescott, acting chair of the Pemberton Farmers’ Market, said he was really impressed by Reynolds’ hands-on approach to her job. He recalled watching her fill in for vendors when they went to the washroom, taking things down at the end of the day, and “doing all of the extra little things” that
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create a positive experience for visitors and vendors alike. “Her biggest contribution was her enthusiasm,” said Prescott. “She loved the market a lot and was always working on making it better.” Prescott cites the Stone Soup Celebration, which saw chefs make delicious soups out of vegetables donated by Pemberton farmers, as an event that Reynolds started that will carry on. “It’s become a signature Pemberton Farmers’ Market event that that we look forward to,” he said. Reynolds, who works as a teacher at the Whistler Waldorf School, explained that she applied for the position due to challenging life circumstances. “At the time, I had just stepped back from some full-time work [at the Whistler Waldorf School] because my mom was at home with cancer,” she said. “I decided I needed a little something extra and [the market manager position] was perfect, because I could do it in the summer months while I wasn’t teaching.” With her parents having both since passed, Reynolds went back to full-time teaching this year. “I love the market so much, but I just can’t give it my full attention when I’m working full time,” she said. But with her unabashed “love” for the market and the new friends she’s made through it, she won’t be a stranger, she said. “I don’t want to say I’m going to miss it, because I’m going to come back as much as I possibly can,” said Reynolds. “I’ll try to be there every week.” n
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Adventurers share challenges, lessons, conservation concerns THREE INTERCONTINENTAL TRAVELLERS SHARE THEIR OBSERVATIONS
BY LYNN MARTEL WALKING BY THE LITTLE organic food shop in her neighbourhood in Switzerland, Sarah Marquis noticed a photo in the window of the vast Mongolian steppe. Back at her home, the photo remained imprinted in her mind. “I thought, where was that beautiful picture?” she recalled. “Then the research starts.” Looking at the map she saw how Mongolia connected to the Gobi Desert, Siberia and China. Her next adventure was born. For three years she travelled alone, walking and pulling her tent and food in a cart from Siberia to Australia, scrounging for water in the desert and surviving dengue fever alone in the Laos jungle. It wasn’t her first rodeo. At eight years old, she spent a night in a cave with her dog without telling anyone. At 17, she crossed central Turkey on horseback—with little riding experience. In 2002-03, over 17 months she walked 14,000 kilometres across the Australian outback; in 2006, she walked 7,000 kilometres through the Inca lands of Chile, Peru and Bolivia. One consistent element of her adventures is her lack of any formal plan, just an organic process of embracing challenges as they arrive. “I don’t decide anything,” she said about choosing her next adventure. “It’s just one of those magical moments, sometimes just a picture.” One of her biggest challenges came when drunk Mongolian horsemen repeatedly visited her camp at night. To ward them off,
SEEKING ADVENTURE Sarah Marquis has been embracing adventure since she was eight years old. Her latest trek is captured in her book, Wild by Nature.
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she exploded in fury, behaving like a true crazy woman. “I follow my instincts,” she said. “It works out pretty well.” The encounter is just one of the memorable scenes described in her book Wild by Nature: From Siberia to Australia, Three Years Alone in the Wilderness on Foot. While humans can be potentially dangerous, she said, nature brings her comfort. “You can read nature, you can’t always read humans,” she said, admitting she sometimes shows her animal side, sometimes her human side. Many humans, she added, have lost understanding of their role as a part of nature. “My mission is to be the little bridge between nature and humans,” Marquis said. “We can’t survive without nature. We are nature. It’s why I write books and go on expeditions. It’s important to reconnect in any way possible, even if it’s a lunch break in a park.” Embracing the challenges of selfpropelled long-distance travel in natural areas is also a key element of Caroline Van Hemert’s adventures, and her book, The Sun is a Compass: A 4,000-Mile Journey into the Alaskan Wilds. An ornithologist and lifelong Alaskan, Van Hemert said the adventures she’s embarked on with her husband, Pat Farrell, as partner, share common threads. “One of the premises for us is that it’s creative, interesting and challenging, something that pushes the edge of what’s possible, wherever we’re at physically,” she said. “The human powered element is pretty important to me.” With her favourite landscape being where the mountains meet the ocean, their adventures have included travelling by skis and packraft across Alaska’s Glacier Bay National Park from Yakutat to Haines, and a 6,400-kilometre six-month journey from Bellingham, Wash. to Kotzebue in the northwest Arctic, travelling by rowboat,
skis, foot, packraft and canoe. With her work as a government researcher being conservation oriented, she admits her wilderness adventures help her to connect to the species she studies. “For me, it’s about the experience of being out, with the freedom of not being encumbered by some of the things we’re dealing with in our day-to-day lives,” she explained. “The opportunity to get out and be reminded why I chose to study birds in the first place. It doesn’t take very long being around other critters to realize they are much more impressive than we are. The element of seeing myself as a very small part of a much larger system is something that’s really humbling, and really refreshing.” Now as parents of two boys, aged three and five, their adventures have evolved to family trips aboard their 32-foot sailboat, but with the same purpose. “I want [my sons] to learn to look around and become competent being outdoors and in the wilderness,” Van Hemert said. “I think that competence translates into so many other aspects of our lives. A place to find refuge when things are not going as we hoped. Those elements are so important for me, I hope I can share that with them.” For Britain’s Kate Rawles, her adventures combine elements of personal experiences with efforts to raise awareness of Earth’s biggest and most pressing environmental challenges. In 2006, she cycled 7,300 kilometres from Texas to Alaska, using her bike as a “trojan horse” to converse with people about climate change along the way, a journey detailed in her book, The Carbon Cycle. Since then, global awareness of how Earth’s natural systems are being altered by human actions has increased, while the willingness for some governments to act hasn’t. “I followed the Rocky Mountains and wanted to see what I could learn about climate change in the belly of the oil beast,”
Rawles described. “At the time, it was the Bush administration—which looking back, seems pretty benign—but then he was the arch villain of the climate change drama.” For her more recent adventure and bookin-progress she’s calling The Life Cycle, Rawles first took a five-day course to learn how to build her own bamboo bicycle. To lessen her carbon footprint, she travelled aboard a cargo ship to and from Britain to South America. Then she cycled 13,000 kilometres over 13 months from Colombia to Cape Horn. “When you’re cycling, you’re really in the landscape,” she said. “Especially if you turn up a woman on your own, and especially if you’re on a bamboo bicycle.” Travelling by bike provides an unequalled opportunity to learn the value of trusting people, she said, as well as the realization how little “stuff” a person actually needs. “I love how long-distance cycling tracks onto questions of sustainability,” she said. “I really believe we can have a higher quality of life for all people with a vastly lower environmental impact.” While inspired by groups she met along the way working on “amazing” conservation-oriented projects, Rawles admits to being dismayed by how much of the world remains unconnected to nature. “I find it really hard to wrap my head around the fact we haven’t figured out how to live with the other species we share the planet with,” she said. And while the modern adventure community encourages people to get outside and experience nature, and places higher value on experiences over consumption, she said, it’s also a community that encourages high levels of consumption through purchasing shiny new gear and travelling by airplane all over the world in pursuit of adventure. “The adventure community has so much potential to help to preserve nature,” Rawles said, “but also the potential to wreck it.” n
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BANFF, Alta.—A bustling billion-dollar industry, especially in Bow Valley with destinations such as Lake Louise, Banff and Canmore on the map, tourism in Alberta is about to amp up its game. With a $20-billion goal by 2030 in visitor expenditure, double its previous goal of $10 billion by 2020, Travel Alberta said it would continue to work with local stakeholders here in the valley to protect the environment. “We work very, very closely with Parks Canada and Banff and Lake Louise Tourism and their stakeholders here,” said Travel Alberta’s president and CEO, Royce Chwin, reported Alana MacLeod in the Rocky Mountain Outlook. “Because we work so closely, we can throttle on or off the kinds of investments that we do in terms of destination promotion, so that they’re managing through versus reacting against, so I think that is going to make a big difference going forward.” Chwin furthered by saying Travel Alberta doesn’t use the phrase “over tourism.” “We in fact don’t even use the term overtourism, we just talk about the management of tourism quite frankly, the term just lends this idea that its completely over run, its not—we know that because, Parks, again, in partnership with Banff and Lake Louise Tourism are doing proactive things to try to protect the environment and the experience,” he said. In 2018, Banff National Park saw more than 4 million visitors, with some receiving fines for violating closures within the park meant to protect wildlife. Chwin said plans are in place to try to encourage travel during the shoulder months instead. “When we work with them [Parks
and BLLT], it is to [ask] where are we best positioned to push our investments so people aren’t coming during the high season?” he said. During the Travel Alberta Industry Conference held in October at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Chwin announced the province’s new goal of $20 billion in visitor spending by 2030. Afterward, Chwin told the Outlook he believed the industry could hit the target, even though it does seem high. “We have a fantastic opportunity supported by this government to grow our visitor economy to $20 billion by 2030 and it’s definitely a sun-shot of a target, but what it says to us is that is an opportunity that the government has committed with and to,” he said. “Therefore in partnership with our industry, and so when the right things fall in place, we absolutely have a chance to get to that target if we invest and do what we need to do.” For Alida Visbach, a member of the Tourism Industry Association of Alberta, a new association made up of five signatories meant to lobby and advocate for the tourism industry, said she sees three major pillars that need attention within the industry. “We have three major pillars of our DNA, which is access, capacity and product,” said Visbach adding that she believes they can reach the goal if everyone involved works together. In terms of potentially allowing too many visitors to the valley at a time, Visbach said there is still capacity within tourism in Alberta to increase visitation, but that work must be done with respect to which seasons and destinations can accommodate that growth. “We will have member representation from every jurisdiction in this province—it is to work on how do we spread out, not just where the tourists are going but what time of year they’re going there. I completely understand the over tourism sense that people in the mountain parks are feeling,” she said. “It is one of our most precious assets that we have and we cannot over exploit it.”
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increase under climate change, people crank up the AC, especially in already hot climates. Emissions from these energy-intensive units, which use potent greenhouse gases as refrigerants, cause further warming. The magnitude of this challenge led to creation of a Global Cooling Prize to revolutionize the AC industry. The solution lies in a radically efficient cooling technology with five times less climate impact, which is within technological but not economic reach—yet. Such a system, if developed, could help moderate up to 0.5 C in global warming by the century’s end. Saving energy saves money, especially for low-income households that pay proportionally more for it. While energyefficient buildings may cost more up front, energy savings can recover those costs within five years. Some jurisdictions are exploring ways to make upgrades more accessible to low-income households. Manitoba Hydro offers a home energy–efficiency loan paid back over time on monthly electricity bills, with no down payment. That said, lower costs prompt some consumers to use more energy, creating a rebound effect and eroding climate benefits. Marrying efficiency to good climate policy can help avoid backsliding. In addition to saving money, energy efficiency creates jobs. According to Energy Efficiency Canada, more than 436,000 people work in the energy efficiency sector. That’s about 2.3 per cent of all jobs in Canada—more than in the oil and gas sector. Businesses predicted a growth of more than eight per cent this year. Changing industry practices may prove the biggest challenge. About eight per cent
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Saskatchewan in the 1970s, can reduce energy demand by as much as 90 per cent compared to conventional construction. These homes are less drafty, quieter and have better air quality. Structures using technologies such as solar PV panels can generate more energy than they use. B.C.’s energy plan supports building audits and retrofits, LED traffic lights and a solar-ready bylaw and proposes local improvement charges to fund it. The sports centre in Colonsay, Sask. heats its waiting and observation areas with captured heat from ice-making at its rinks. Cities like Oslo, where renewable energy from waste powers 80 per cent of its heating system, are incentivizing energy efficiency with a fund to pay for initiatives. Energy innovators like Rocky Mountain Institute co-founder Amory Lovins point to integrative design with fewer, simpler technologies to optimize energy use. Take air conditioning. As temperatures
of global energy use comes from metals and building material production. If we use less cement, steel and aluminum, we can reduce the energy required to extract, refine and transport them. Credible climate plans must include strategies such as accelerating clean power, shifting to electrification, pricing pollution and using energy wisely. Moving from our throwaway economy to a less wasteful circular model will reduce the energy needed to power it and meet the rapid carbon emission reductions the IPCC prescribes. We need to consume less, share more, design for efficiency and long life and make refusing, repairing, reusing and recycling our go-to options. David Suzuki is a scientist, broadcaster, author and co-founder of the David Suzuki Foundation. Written with contributions from David Suzuki Foundation Communications and Policy Specialist Theresa Beer. n
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BY LESLIE ANTHONY aimed at getting people to start wintertime construction projects: Why wait till spring— do it now. Taking my own advice, that is exactly what I did last winter. To start, winter is a perfect time for fatbiking. Outfitted with a slick e-bike, from the appropriately named “Freedom” bike shop in downtown Penticton, B.C., I head east up a hill onto the old Kettle Valley Railroad (KVR) route paralleling Lake Okanagan. A whiff of snow over a frozen gravel surface yields perfect traction. For the next 10 kilometres, I wheel along clay bluffs, passing the site of an
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old train wreck and a lookout over the distant Naramata Bench and its jigsaw of awardwinning wineries. I don’t have to venture that far for my own wine fix. Returning the bike, I drop in at truly unique TIME Winery & Kitchen, built into a revitalized historic movie theatre in the heart of downtown Penticton. The original theatre was turned into four smaller ones before long-time Penticton resident, the late Harry McWatters, undertook the current conversion. Over a delicious Meritage, McWatters had once regaled me with a favourite story of going to this very theatre when he was 12; it cost 25 cents for he and a date—popcorn included. Bunking at Penticton Lakeside Resort—a waterfront setting that includes the acclaimed Hooded Merganser Bar & Grill—I breakfast overlooking the lake as a snowstorm bears down on its gunmetal waters. Waves driven in from the north freeze on contact with the shore to create phantasmagorical shapes, some of which resemble miniature volcanoes spouting lakewater. In winter, instead of its private licensed beach, the hotel offers an ice-rink, where I make a few loops before lunching downtown at Craft Corner Kitchen, which advertises “gastro pub food with a twist.” I concur: paired with an IPA, the star of the show is beer-battered cheese curds— though the fried chicken with waffles is a close second. A 45-minute drive away, located along the KVR route I fat-biked, I stop in at historic
Chute Lake Lodge, recently acquired and renovated by Hoodoo Adventures. Once a railway water-stop in the mountains above what is now Okanagan Provincial Park, the original cabins and mainstay are well over a century old. When the railway was decommissioned, the KVR became a world-renowned tunnel-and-trestle cycling route, with Chute Lake a cherished stop famed for its pies. I savour a coffee in the rustic, kitsch-filled interior while listening to a local fiddler (from Cape Breton no less) before snowshoeing onto the lake to try my luck at ice fishing—of which I have none. Later, back in Penticton, I join Great Estates Winery for an all-time bout of indulgence: learning how to pair the delicate, dark chocolates of local French chocolatier, Maison Mulnati, with red, white, and dessert wines. Among many revelations are handmade vegan chocolates filled with organic Okanagan fruits and infused with select wine vintages. Later I dine at Vanilla Pod, a Naramata standout located at Poplar Grove Winery, where the wine-paired sequence of beet salad, sable fish, braised beef and cheese plate is literally breathtaking—a word I have never used to describe food. My Penticton foodie frenzy is, naturally, prelude to something more physical: skiing at venerable Apex Mountain Resort. Situated on the west side of Okanagan Lake, Apex is prized equally by freestyle mogulists and freeskiers who appreciate its challenging terrain, sunny
skies, and dry powder. With 610 metres of vertical and 79 runs, Apex receives an annual 600 centimetres of snow and also features a kilometre-long ice-skating loop through scenic forest. I spend a cold, crisp morning cruising seriously fun terrain. After an early lunch at the Gunbarrel Saloon, some locals walk me out to a backside area that hasn’t opened yet this season. Here we ski boothigh meringue over a hard crust—a Whistler specialty I have no trouble navigating. It’s so good we go around again. And then one last time before shadows lengthen across the snow, the lifts grind to a halt, and wind from another descending storm picks up. A solid day on the slopes would be a good place to end things. But this is the Okanagan, and the food and beverage revolution kicked off by its myriad farms and wineries is a year-long affair. I’m barely out of my ski boots before I’m dragged back into the Gunbarrel, now set up with a dozen concessions for Apex’s 6th annual “Brewski”—a craft beer, cider and spirits tasting party. Clearly, I think to myself, skiing the Okanagan—Sliverstar, Big White, Apex, Mt. Baldy—while sampling its liquid largesse is something I should do more often. As I belly up for my first micro-brew, I glance out the window, where a snowflocked tree seems to nod slow agreement. Leslie Anthony is a Whistler-based author, editor, biologist and bon vivant who has never met a mountain he didn’t like. n
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BY DAN FALLOON || PHOTOS BY REUBEN KRABBE Mountain biking is all about hitting the sweet spot. When riding, you want just the right line to get where you’re going quickly, safely and enjoyably. It’s a similar tack in planning, as mountain bike operators and stakeholders try to navigate demands from various interested parties. That can even be the case when it comes to tourism, especially as the term “overtourism” is commonly bandied about these days. But there’s a subset of those in the tourism industry who think the lopsided distribution of those visitors is creating challenges in biking hotspots, while failing to share the wealth with places that would welcome guests with open arms, if only they’d come. Under the broad umbrella of sustainability, the most recent Mountain Biking Tourism Symposium, held in Whistler at Dusty’s and Legends Hotel from Oct. 2 to 4, tackled this topic and many others the industry is facing. All told, more than 200 club members, mountain biking and tourism industry representatives, conservationists, elected officials and more came out to discuss best practices for operating in a sustainable manner. And while environmental sustainability might immediately jump to mind, there are other pillars to ponder, namely economic and social. All three were on the docket during the biennial symposium. NOVEMBER 7, 2019
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ENVIRONMENTAL Though mountain bikers tend to be green-minded lovers of the outdoors, there are several environmental concerns that participants should consider in order to reduce the impact on trails and surrounding areas, as well as those that inhabit them. Renowned grizzly bear researcher Dr. Lana Ciarniello of the Grizzly Bear Foundation and the International Union for the Conservation of Nature’s Bear Specialist Group had a unique perspective on mountain biking’s effects on grizzly bear populations, as her husband and son both avidly participate in the sport. “I am not against mountain biking. I am for proper use of trails, proper trail planning,” says Ciarniello, who presented on the conference’s first day. Ciarniello explains that any expansion of mountain biking into grizzly bear territory can have a negative impact on bear populations. One reason for this is
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grizzly bears actively avoid human contact. But finding unspoiled habitat requires a bear to expend energy, so it has to eat more to make up for the loss of fat, which can reduce birth rates. As well, bears tend to already be active in their chosen habitat, so when they are displaced, it is likely into a less desirable area. “It’s all about energy in, energy out, trying to get by,” she says. Ciarniello cites a 2004 U.S. Forest Service and State of Oregon study of elk wearing radio collars that found the animals were displaced, on average, 750 metres by biking activity (compared to 550 m for horseback riding and 1,350 m by ATVs), and noting that bears typically flee even further. There are, of course, issues and conflicts when bears aren’t given enough notice to avoid humans. Ciarniello notes that a grizzly is far more likely to attack when alerted to a human’s presence within 50 m, and a study of conflicts discovered that 85 per cent of riders weren’t aware of the grizzly’s presence until they were within that distance. In the study, 29 of the 33 bears, or 88 per
cent, charged. Four of those cases resulted in injury, with three requiring a hospital stay longer than 24 hours. Ciarniello also sees the rise of e-bikes as another potential hazard. She notes that e-bikes increase the likelihood of conflict because of the higher speeds they can achieve, especially as e-bikers can travel significantly faster uphill into alpine bear habitat. Ciarniello encourages riders of all kinds to prepare to meet bears in the wild, including slowing down and shouting when approaching blind curves, especially those with thick vegetation. Riders should never wear earbuds, and each rider in a group should carry bear spray in an easyto-access place. One recommended option is KozeeTote, which is a modified water bottle holder, though this option is not effective when a rider is separated from his or her bike. As well, items thought to be deterrents could actually be attractants, as she adds that bear spray only works in the moment and will attract bears once it has dissipated, and that bear bells can sound similar to birds, piquing a bear’s curiosity.
Lastly, Ciarniello adds that off-leash dogs are the No. 1 reason for bear attacks in recent years. Dogs are a significant source of stress for bears, and there are the added variables of how each animal will react to one another, especially since riders won’t know a bear’s history of dog interactions. In some cases, a dog will run back to its human owner and hide between its legs, leaving the rider vulnerable. As organizations, Ciarniello suggests that for safety, clubs should be cognizant of where their trails lie in relation to bear territory, and should remove trails from running through critical habitats or, at the very least, manage them with closures and restrictions for important times of year for bears, like berry and glacier lily season, for example. As alluded to earlier, with predictability a major necessity for bears, builders should avoid switchbacks and blind corners. As well, maintenance should include removing brush from trails and improving sight lines, as well as removing bear food and attractants from greenery near the trails. There’s also a connection between bear habitat and invasive species, as bears commonly disturb soil, which allows invasive
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“Mountain bike trails are a public good. They’re on public land. When they’re legal, they’re funded by public money. SOCIAL We need to take ownership for what we’re riding and take ownership for what we do, but unleash that trail system. Everyone wants to come ride it. “We’re sharing them.” - JUSTIN DARBYSHIRE species to take root in sensitive habitats. Presenting alongside Ciarniello is Clare Greenberg of the Sea to Sky Invasive Species Council, who explains that the seeds of several invasive species like burdock burrs and knotweed are unwitting hitchhikers, as many can survive on shoes or in mud on bike tires. Invasive species can have devastating consequences for ecosystems, as these species are only in check in their native
habitats, but can run wild in new ones. Negative results from the introduction of invasive species include: wildlife habitat loss, biodiversity loss and monoculture growth, increased erosion and stream sedimentation, a decrease in land values as well as the quality and quantity of crops, and added property maintenance costs. Some invasive species, such as Scotch broom, can also increase wildfire risk, Greenberg says. One particularly challenging element
for mountain bikers is that many of the invasive species thrive in disturbed soil. Greenberg’s suggestions for stopping the spread of invasive species including arriving clean and leaving clean, meaning riders should hose down their bikes after every trip, scrubbing the pedals, derailleur and chain, and wiping one’s shoes. While these tips are important when moving from region to region, it’s also key when moving up into sensitive ecosystems such as the alpine.
While environmental sustainability should certainly be a priority for the mountain bike industry, the concept of “social sustainability” shouldn’t be ignored either, says Justin Darbyshire of IMBA Canada and the Aboriginal Youth Mountain Bike Program. More than just selling the quality of riding in a destination, Darbyshire says selling it as somewhere people want to be is just as essential. It’s important for mountain bikers, who for the most part are tourists in some capacity, to relinquish some of the feeling of ownership from the trails, moving from calling them “my trails” or “our trails” to “the trails,” Darbyshire says. “Mountain bike trails are a public good. They’re on public land. When they’re legal, they’re funded by public money,” he says. “We need to take ownership for what we’re riding and take ownership for what we do, but unleash that trail system. Everyone wants to come ride it.
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WENDY ROBINSON “We’re sharing them.” As well, Darbyshire explains, goings-on in one part of the province affect what happens in another. Therefore, the mountain biking community must broaden its vision of who should be included in the group. “A strong community is held together by something. There’s a shared vision, a shared entity of some sort,” he says, noting a strong community has people of different ages, vocations, backgrounds, and ability levels. Of course, more voices can lead to more conflict. Being more inclusive of all riding abilities likely means putting more of the already limited resources available toward green and blue trails, or revamping what already exists, pushing some members back to rogue building. Darbyshire stresses that members must find a shared commonality based not just on geography but culture, values and history. And, of course, it’s going to be impossible to get absolutely everyone on board. Instead of forcing or guilting members into coming out, clubs should focus primarily on who already wants to be there, and eventually, word will spread. As an example, while heading up the club in Kelowna, Darbyshire described the organic, unforced development of cyclocross. “We started with 12 people, and we would
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do it every Thursday night with 12 people. The next year, we had 30 people, and the next year, we had 70 people,” he recalls. “We topped out at about 80, from nothing, and what we did is we didn’t give a fuck. We did it anyways. We didn’t care if anybody came out. “We’re like, ‘Yes, we’re dumb, it hurts, it sucks, it’s painful,’ and people started coming. [Road riders] who were like ‘That sport is stupid,’ started showing up.” Darbyshire wrapped by urging riders to connect with one another and replicate what’s working for their own communities. As well, he says, it’s imperative to spread the message to as far and wide as possible. “Anyone wearing a pair of shoes is a potential supporter of trails in your
community. It starts there,” he says. Whether they’re long-term residents or recent arrivals, bikers congregate around the sport and build their social networks around it. In addition to being a draw, quality trails can be another reason to stay. “People are proud of where they come from, and I think in the past, that wasn’t necessarily the case,” Jeff Norman of the Squamish Off-Road Cycling Association (SORCA) says during a sustainable mountain biking panel. Of course, it’s impossible to consider mountain biking without access to trails on unceded traditional Indigenous territory. Louise Pederson of the Outdoor Recreation Council of B.C. says it is of the utmost
importance to engage in and live in a way that supports reconciliation. She encourages stakeholders to get to know their local First Nations, listening to their needs and concerns and, when relevant, taking no for an answer.
ECONOMIC Of the three pillars of sustainability that make mountain biking happen, the economic has long been at the forefront. But different clubs and stakeholders aren’t always at the same stage in their respective development, making
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JUSTIN DARBYSHIRE symposiums like the one in Whistler crucial to getting everyone on the same page. Some of the more progressive clubs were putting a pin in a long-time goal of countless organizations, explaining how the dream of government support might not be all it’s cracked up to be. There are several reasons for this. Firstly, there can be a perception in the community that because there is funding for trails, that means municipal workers are getting paid to maintain the trails with no volunteers required. It’s imperative, then, to get the message out that, for many clubs, the lion’s share of the work is off the backs of those donating their time and efforts. “People just started to come and they started to tell other people about it,” says Aleksa Havelaar of the Terrace Off-Road Cycling Association (TORCA). “People start to realize that there isn’t a city worker getting paid. “People started to learn that all these trails they’ve been riding on are built by volunteers.” Hillier explains that there is plenty of money to draw from within the mountain biking community, but the way it currently moves around tends to be difficult to follow. He explains that the North Shore Mountain Biking Association is looking to move
SONYA LOONEY away from government funding as, in his view, the municipality sometimes treats an organization like a contractor or employee, making it difficult to push back on some of its decisions. “Taking money from them can challenge the relationship,” Hillier says. Norman, of Squamish, adds that the optics can be bad at times if SORCA receives government funding to maintain some of its 250 km of trails, but other worthy recipients such as the Howe Sound Women’s Centre receives less or no funding at all. The most striking challenge is that after these trail networks are built and maintained, there are few ways to recoup the costs that went into them. Among the approaches clubs are currently taking is to lean into user-pay models through memberships and by encouraging visiting riders to make a contribution to the club, as well as bypassing government altogether by attracting funding from the private sector. In addition to having its own financial concerns, biking can be used as a draw that local companies can use to attract workers. TORCA’s Havelaar notes that some employers in the northern, resource-based town will include a trail ride as part of its interview process in an attempt to draw professionals.
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WHISTLER’S PLACE IN THE MOUNTAIN BIKING WORLD With the symposium taking place in Whistler, several local leaders had the opportunity to stand up and explain their views and roles in the ever-changing industry. The conference started with the Whistler Mountain Bike Park’s Wendy Robinson, Resort Municipality of Whistler’s Mike Furey, Tourism Whistler’s Barrett Fisher and Whistler Off-Road Cycling Association’s Dale Mikkelsen taking part in a panel moderated by Grant Lamont of Whistler Bike Guides. Other local presenters included Whistler bike park manager Brad White and Crankworx’s Julia Montague, who pushed for better communication between pro riders and the communities they choose to ride in, as countless athletes who come for Crankworx will explore other trails across the province while they’re here in Canada before or after the festival. With the Crankworx marketing machine putting the focus on B.C., Montague says, the time for surrounding communities to strike is nigh. As a rider herself for the past eight years, much of Montague’s interest in traveling to destinations has been stoked by major races
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held in locales ranging from Ireland and Italy to New Zealand and Australia. She’s also landed on a mountain biking site for an upcoming vacation to Mexico. “Interestingly, all of these places that I have travelled to ride are all because they have hosted events,” she says. It starts with the festival and keeping athletes happy. Stoked athletes, she reasons, bring industry media, and through that dissemination, visitors, guests and fans come out, with the sponsors eventually following suit. At a time when some B.C. towns are hurting because of the loss of resource jobs, Montague pointed to the Western Australia town of Derby, which was a tin-mining hub before it lost its mine in a flood. In 2015, however, the town received government funding for trails, and by 2017, was hosting Enduro World Series races. The town now has roughly 100 people working in the mountain biking industry as a serious economic driver. Meanwhile, the Tasmanian town of Maydena, where the jobless outnumbered the employed before its mountain bike park opened in January 2018. In less than two years, it is now Australia’s largest bike park, and the town’s weekend population doubles from its starting point of 225. Lorence’s advice, meanwhile, was reinforcing the importance of quality trails, noting there’s nothing worse than going to the trouble of planning a trip only to find lacklustre riding. As well, tourism boards should sit front and centre in supporting
the trip, helping media members connect to guides in order to highlight the crème de la crème of a community. Montague says tapping into Crankworx’s guests would help promote B.C.’s smaller communities in a big way. “When you have a central hub for all that information to live, that makes it easier to put those types of trips together,” she says. “We have a lot of potential to do the same thing for these 1,300 athletes and 300 media [members] who are here already.”
WHERE TO GO FROM HERE As the symposium winds down after the last speaker, there are pockets of conversations all around the Dusty’s dining room. What’s important, says Martin Littlejohn, associate executive director for the Western Canada Mountain Bike Tourism Association, is that the presentations aren’t the end of the discussion, but just the beginning. It’s a pattern he’s noticed in years prior, as the symposium reconvenes every two years after there has been marked progress on initiatives stemming from the previous event. The 2017 meeting in Revelstoke, for example, started with confusion and concern about the role of e-bikes in the sport, and how clubs, governments, landowners and other stakeholders would handle their usage. Flash-forward
two years and land managers such as BC Parks, Recreation Sites and Trails BC, and countless municipalities have policies in place, though they continue to regularly monitor the effects of e-bikes on those trails. “E-bikes were considered to be an unknown and there was a lot of concern in Revelstoke about what it was going to mean. The province has responded with some policies. It’s not perfect, by any means, yet. It’s [still in its] very early stages, but at least there’s a bit of a pace going now,” Littlejohn says in an interview as attendees clear out of Dusty’s and prepare for the final group ride of the week. With the camaraderie, consultation and connections forged at this year’s Mountain Biking Tourism Symposium, it will be interesting to see what kind of progress has been made on the above sustainability challenges when the band gets back together in 2021. While sustainability is on the menu this time, attempts to develop and grow the sport are never entirely off the table, as Littlejohn notes during his initial address. “We have an entire province, and the challenge going forward is trying to leverage our partners in the provincial and the federal governments to open up that Crown land,” Littlejohn says. Certainly, the more options, the better, but it remains to be seen whether dispersing or concentrating riders is the ideal option. To view some of the speakers’ PowerPoint presentations from the event, visit http://mtbtourismsymposium.ca. n
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opted to fly from Vancouver to Whitehorse rather than spend days making the 2,400-kilometre trek by car. An extended weekend is not nearly enough to explore a sliver of the rugged Northern territory, but it makes for a great start.
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Take the 135-minute flight from Vancouver to Whitehorse, a city of nearly 30,000. (We travelled on Air North, which is partly owned by Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation, situated in a place called Old Crow. A revelation: it serves light meals for free! Our flights were $356 per person, all in.) First stop and a must: Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre. Situated on the banks of the Chu Nínkwän (Yukon River), this gorgeous, welcoming place has artwork and exhibits (including the current Wild Lives: Portraits and Stories from Yukon Traplines, with life-size colour photographs of people who work with and use the area’s wild fur). It also houses a sacred space, where people are welcome to enter (without any electronics or metal jewellery) to reflect or even take part in a traditional smudge, a symbolic or ritual cleansing of mind, body, spirit, and emotion. Using one of four smouldering, sacred medicines (cedar, sage, sweetgrass, or tobacco), the experience, elders say, must be approached with good intent: “We smudge our heart to open it to compassion and caring for others.” The Outdoor Fireweed Community Market is a stone’s throw away, featuring locally grown organic berries, greens, and edible flowers; moccasins and hand-carved jewellery; and more. Consider dinner at G&P Steakhouse & Pizza, a family-run spot that’s been in business since 1974. Go for a riverfront walk afterward, as it’ll still be light out when you’re done eating. (The city gets about 19 hours of bright daylight in summer, though “darkness” is really more like twilight.)
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Get oriented with a city tour. There’s nothing like getting golden nuggets of information from a local. We went with Who What Where Tours and had a blast. Did you know that 11 of the Yukon’s 14 First Nations have settled land claims and are self-governing? Or that the Yukon’s flower is the fireweed, which can be used to make jelly? Or that the bar at the 98 Hotel has the country’s second oldest liquor licence and, home to the original “breakfast club,” it starts serving liquor at 9 a.m.? For lunch, stop in at Burnt Toast Café, which has wholesome dishes, decent portions, and craft beer on tap. Start the afternoon at the 700-acre Yukon Wildlife
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Preserve (home to 13 species of Northern Canadian mammals in their natural habitats, including bison and arctic foxes) before melting in the Takhini Hot Pools. Although the pool is in desperate need of rejuvenation, it still makes for a relaxing dip, with two sections: one at 36 degrees Celsius and the other at 42. Hit happy hour at the unpretentiously hip Dirty Northern Bastard pub before settling in for a cozy dinner at the adjoining Miner’s Daughter. Standout dishes include a bison burger and local Arctic char.
SATURDAY After coffee and freshly made scones (white, whole-wheat, or spelt flour) at Baked Café, it’s time for a day trip to Carcross. Located on the Klondike Highway 73 kilometres south of Whitehorse, the community is home to Carcross Commons, a cluster of artists’ studios, each set in a cabin adorned with First Nations paintings. On your way back, pull over at the aptly named Emerald Lake viewpoint: it’s the Yukon’s most photographed body of water for good reason. Back in Whitehorse, catch MacBride Museum, which is home to First Nations artifacts and Gold Rush history. The town’s original telegraph office (a little wooden cabin with red trim) has been cleverly incorporated into the building’s contemporary addition. Next: happy hour at Winterlong Brewing or Yukon Brewing before dinner at Antoinette’s, a Caribbean restaurant that serves traditional dishes including “floats” (a Trinidadian fry bread). SUNDAY
Walk or bike the fivekilometre Millennium Trail, which is part of the 15-kilometre Centennial Trail or canoe the Yukon River on a three-hour guided trip. Afterward, have lunch at the kitschy Klondike Rib and Salmon, which operates out of the two oldest, still functioning buildings in Whitehorse. Stop in at Lumel Studios, a glass-blowing facility that offers daily demonstrations. If you do go back to Whitehorse when it’s minus-30 degrees, you will have a much better chance of seeing the Northern Lights. (There’s not enough darkness in the summer sky for the natural light show.) Besides, you’ll have lots more to explore than even the best and busiest long weekend can afford. ■
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Freestylers seek support for upcoming season ANDERS AND CHASE UJEJSKI AND NICK SUCHY HOSTING FUNDRAISER ON NOV. 8
BY DAN FALLOON ANDERS AND CHASE Ujejski thought they were prepared to take a bit of a step back from freestyle skiing as they looked to move into their post-secondary academic careers. The Whistler twins had enrolled at the University of British Columbia’s Sauder School of Business and were ready to delve into the next stage of their lives. But a few days in, both realized they had plenty left to give in the terrain park, postponing their educational pursuits for another grasp at athletic glory. Anders’ last event in 2018-19, at Mammoth Mountain, saw him post his bestever NorAm Cup slopestyle result with a sixth-place showing. Chase’s top showing came a bit earlier in the year, a fifth-place result at Waterville Valley Resort. “We were all prepared for [school], but we decided at the last minute that we wanted to give skiing a go again for another year or more,” Anders said. “It was basically because we both had a really good season last year, so we were kind of amped up on that season.” Added Chase: “We basically just decided that it was too early to have that kind of career switch to school. We wanted to keep our passion going for skiing.” Both kept up their skiing, taking part in Momentum Ski Camps this summer
ON THE FLY Anders and Chase Ujejski, along with Nick Suchy, are holding a fundraiser in support of their 2019-20 season at Maury Young Arts Centre on Nov. 8. PHOTO SUBMITTED
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and heading to Cardrona, New Zealand for additional training this year. “We didn’t really stop. We just kept skiing and wanted to continue with it,” Anders said. Both will be members of the Freestyle Whistler ‘A’ Team, formed last season with a handful of other B.C. Team graduates. The Ujejskis had the same private coach last year and felt primed to take another step in their respective development this year. “We really enjoyed competing last year, so we decided to do that again this year
skiing a lot and training hard.” To help support their season, the Ujejskis, along with teammate Nick Suchy, will host a fundraiser this Friday, Nov. 8 at the Maury Young Arts Centre. The event centres around the premiere of Faction Skis’ new film The Collective, with the evening including raffles, prize giveaways, and a silent auction. The goal is to raise $7,500 through the event. Tickets are $15 and available at https:// www.showpass.com/faction. “The fundraiser is definitely a key
“We were all prepared for [school], but we decided at the last minute that we wanted to give skiing a go again for another year or more.” - ANDERS UJEJSKI
in the hopes of getting better results and improving,” Anders said. “The main thing was the great group of athletes on the team, and the coach.” Both Ujejskis hope to hit the NorAm Cup podium this season in the hopes of earning future World Cup starts and locking in a spot on the national team. “Every year just builds off each other, so we definitely have some more to give,” Anders said. “We need a couple more years before we’re fully there, but it’s a building process like that. We just need to keep
component to this year because we’re planning on doing lots of travelling and competing,” Chase said. “It’s really hard to keep up financially.” Anders noted the duo will be able to go to all of the competitions regardless, but having a financial buffer will provide some comfort to them. The Ujejskis first got into freestyle after seeing their older brother, a snowboarder, tear up the park. Watching him made them both think that they’d like to do something similar, but on skis.
“There’s the fact it’s so free. You can do whatever you want,” Anders said. “It doesn’t really feel like one of those other sports, like soccer, with a bunch of rules. It’s so open and creative and free.” Suchy, the third skier involved in the fundraiser, enjoys freestyle for similar reasons. He explained that growing up in Revelstoke, he saw plenty of rigidity in skiing before learning about freestyle. “I saw people in moguls as well as racing and they had strict guidelines of what was expected of them, but with freestyle, it’s your own interpretation of skiing and how you want to do it,” he said. “There’s no wrong way to do it. There’s so many different styles within freestyle.” Suchy added that since making Whistler his home base, his skiing has improved “exponentially” and he’s eager to see what strides he still have left to make. “The park that Whistler has to offer is the best in Canada,” he said, adding that he’s able to develop consistency in the local terrain park. “Being able to ski so much longer of a season in Whistler [helps]. You have two months longer than pretty much anywhere else in the province. “It’s the consistency and the amount of time on snow.” All told, Suchy’s best finish in an event is the 11th he took in the NorAm Cup big ari competition at Aspen-Snowmass in February, while his top slopestyle result to date was 13th, at Aspen-Buttermilk, in 2018. He’s looking to use this season to earn a spot with the Freestyle Canada NextGen group in the years to come. n
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WHISTLER’S CASSIDY DEANE had never even thought of rowing when she headed off to Ontario for university. But now, the Western University sport management master’s student has a Canadian University Rowing Championship gold medal to show for her work in the sport. Deane helped the Western women’s eights team to victory in Victoria on Nov. 2, capping an undefeated season for the squad. “We started training at the end of August for this event, with the selection of our crew. We’ve been training every day, sometimes twice a day, up until now to perform at our peak for this event,” she said. Deane transferred from Queen’s University after completing her undergraduate degree in kinesiology there in the spring. She said that of the athletes in the boat, three rowers and the coxswain were the only returnees. “When you’re in a new crew, it can be difficult to find common ground between different techniques because different athletes have come from different programs and we haven’t rowed together in the past,” she said. “The first little bit was working together to find that meeting point in the middle so we’re all on the same page. From there, it was kind of getting down to the fine tuning of everything and focusing on the little details. “In a rowing race, there’s 240 strokes in a two-kilometre race, so every little detail can make a difference,” she added. “It’s trying to maximize as much speed as we can per stroke to go as fast as we can to the finish line.” In addition to gold, Deane earned a bronze on Nov. 1, teaming with Elisa Bolinger to take third in the open women’s pairs contest. With Bolinger being a relatively young rower, the two worked hard to mesh and find a way to hit the podium. “We worked extremely hard in the pair this year. We overcame quite a few challenges and we were both very proud of our placement,” Deane said. Deane said both the Queen’s and Western programs were strong, and she appreciated growing within both. “Each program was a very different experience but I thoroughly enjoyed both of them,” she said. “I am very happy to have raced for Western this year and been able to represent Western as my team this year.” Because Deane only began racing in
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the second of her four years at Queen’s, she still has one year of U Sports eligibility remaining. “Hopefully we can build from this year and progress even further with some of our small-boat results as well,” she said. In addition to excelling at the university level, Deane also had the opportunity to race internationally last year in the International University Sport Federation (FISU) Games in Shanghai, helping Canada to silver in women’s eights. Deane said she tried to just take in the experience and not get overwhelmed by the talent present while she was over there. “It was such a cool experience and it made me want to work harder,” she said. “I’ve seen the level of athletic ability that some of the athletes overseas have and it made me want to work even harder to try to achieve that and be the best athlete I could be.” Though she didn’t row growing up in Whistler, living in an athletic mountain town helped Deane attain a level of fitness that made it possible for her to ascend the ranks as quickly as she did. Deane grew up swimming, figure skating and ski racing competitively before heading east. “From a young age, I was in every sport possible,” she said. “I was exposed to so many different opportunities as a young child, and I think that really made me interested in learning how to row when I was in second year. “I love to be active. I love to do things, and it was a new challenge for me. “For now, I’m just focused on the shortterm, continuing on the university circuit and we’ll see where it goes from there,” she said. n
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in Whistler as a mountain biker, including earning victories at the UCI Masters World Championships in both 2013 and 2019. However, she got her start at a road racer, competing in the 1987 edition of the Tour de France with the Canadian amateur women’s team. “We were ahead of the caravan that tosses out all of the freebie gift swag,” Zeglinski recalled. “We raced shorter distances ahead of the men and we finished through the same finish line as the men, for the most part.” Thirty years later, she returned to France with her son to take part in a VIP tour put on by Australia’s Mumuu Cycling, and this year, Zeglinski will return to host a ride for the company. Participants will get the opportunity to ride on the closed Tour de France course at least one day of the tour, either ahead of or after the riders. In Zeglinski’s 2017 experience, her group was ahead of the pro group, which made for a thrilling ride. “We went under the Flamme Rouge. We were part of the Tour de France. The spectators were all there, because they wait all day, and we rode as a group of 20 or 30 people for the last 60 kilometres of the stage across the finish line,” she said. “We stood on the podium for a podium picture. We looked at the flowers and ribbons and everything. “We were on the stage that, two hours later, the racers would come [on].” Zeglinski, a medical doctor, described the tour primarily as a professional development experience, as it will be combined with the two-day Science of Cycling Conference before the ride commences.
“People can attend the conference as part of the package, and learn while doing, learn while being at the tour rather than being in a stuffy conference room,” she said. “With cycling exploding on the scene, it’s a great way to be immersed in it for a week.” Zeglinski added that Whistler bike fitter Lloyd Thomas, now based in Germany, will be in attendance to provide guidance, and participants will also meet team doctors and physiotherapists. For those who aren’t physicians, she said the tour will include daily wellness talks, as well as opportunities to have in-depth conversations with doctors such as Zeglinski, along with those who are educated in nutrition and movement.
“We were on the stage that, two hours later, the racers would come [on].” - CATHY ZEGLINSKI
Zeglinski added that she had returned to the tour as a spectator after her 1987 race, and is impressed by the aura around the legendary race every time she sees it with her own eyes. “It blew my mind that I had actually done the race, because now I was looking at it as a spectator,” she said. “It’s like being at the biggest rock concert in the world. “There are hundreds of thousands of people that come to watch the Tour de France, and entire towns decorate their town. We just had a glimpse of that with the Olympics, but I would say it’s 10 times bigger than how the Olympics felt, being at the Tour.” n
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WHEN WHISTLER TRIATHLETE John Blok was making plans for this year’s Xterra World Championships in Hawaii on Oct. 27, he admittedly had his eyes set on a medal in the men’s 65-to-69 division. “My hope was for a podium finish,” the 65-year-old Blok said. “If anybody asked me, I would say I wasn’t sure what to expect but my hope was to be on the podium.” Sure enough, Blok accomplished the feat, finishing the course in four hours, 23 minutes and 31 seconds (4:23:31) to take third in the age group. Blok acknowledged that moving up an age group this year knocked out some of his potential competition in younger age groups, as fewer of them progress like he did. “I’m racing the same course as 20- and 30-year-olds, and it gets much tougher the older you become,” he said. “A lot of the people, as they age, find it impossible to do now.” An Xterra World veteran, Blok noted that this year’s 31-kilometre biking course had less elevation gain, as it took a route that diminished the potential impact of mud sticking to riders’ tires. However, Blok said the course had more roots, which made him feel at home, though several others struggled to navigate it, especially during the rainier first lap.
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nobody else is out running. “You have to run hills and you have to run in temperatures where most people aren’t comfortable anymore.” Ultimately, Blok credited the good fortune that his body held up for coming away with some hardware. “Your body has to work during the race. Whoever comes away with the least injuries
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To start the race, Blok acknowledged that the 1.5-km ocean swim is always difficult, not only for the practical reasons of cutting through tall waves, but because it’s unnerving to do so. “The swells come in pretty big on that side of the island, and it’s near some surf areas, but it breaks on the shore and it can break twice as high as you’re standing there,” he said. “I’ve done it a few times before, so I have a little bit of experience, but I’m still pretty afraid of it. “I definitely lost some sleep the night before worrying about the waves coming in.” As well, the 10.5-km run route provided its share of issues, presenting a tough run full of twisty corners at a time when the temperature neared 32 Celsius (90 degrees Fahrenheit) with high humidity. Blok said, thankfully, running in the heat is his forte. “I love heat,” he said. “I run on the really hot days here in the afternoons when
probably does the best,” he said. “That’s so very key in long events like that.” Looking ahead, both Blok and his wife Grace will keep with their triathlon training, as both have registered for next year’s Subaru Ironman Canada return to Penticton. For Blok, it will be his 10th Ironman overall. He’ll also look to return to next year’s Xterra World Championships. “It’s their 25th anniversary of doing the World Championship in Maui, and that might be quite exciting,” he said. “It would be a special occasion for sure. I remember doing Penticton’s Ironman at their 25th anniversary, and that was a pretty big milestone also.” Blok said he often is asked about triathlon by aspiring athletes, and is always eager to provide a helping hand. Those interested in his advice are welcome to reach out to him at Whistler Core Climbing and Fitness Gym. n
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Crankworx Whistler expanding by two days SPORTS BRIEFS: HARLE OPENS SEASON WITH FIFTH-PLACE FINISH; ADDITIONAL EWS RACE ADDED TO 2020 SCHEDULE
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WHISTLER will officially run for two additional days in 2020. The world’s largest mountain biking festival will officially run from Aug. 5 to 16 next year. While no schedule was immediately available, a release said the additional days will open up additional training and event windows, allowing a bit of breathing room into a schedule that ran compactly but efficiently over 10 days in years past. The release also hopes that the schedule change will allow more riders to participate in contests. The two other Crankworx festivals will run from March 1 to 8 in Rotorua, New Zealand and from June 10 to 14 in Innsbruck, Austria.
HARLE, SHARPE START SEASON IN TOP 10 Whistler’s Teal Harle came through as the
top Canadian in his season-opening FIS World Cup event in Modena, Italy on Nov. 3. Competing in big air, the 23-year-old skier landed a two-run combined score of 174.25, just 2.5 points off the podium and 9.75 points back of winner Alexander Hall of the United States. Norway’s Birk Ruud and Switzerland’s Andri Ragettli rounded out the podium. Also in the competition, Max Moffatt took ninth, Alex Beaulieu-Marchand was 12th, and Evan McEachran and Edouard Therriault were back-to-back in 14th and 15th, respectively. In the women’s event, Canadian Dara Howell earned a bronze medal, finishing 26.50 points off the pace set by champion Mathilde Gremaud of Switzerland. Fellow Swiss competitor Giulia Tanno took second. Three other Canadians finished in the top 10, as Megan Oldham took fifth, Elena Gaskell sixth and Olivia Asselin eighth. Canadians fared well on the snowboard side on Nov. 2, taking the top two spots on the men’s side. Nicolas Laframboise earned his firstever World Cup win, beating countryman
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Mark McMorris by 4.50 points. American Chris Corning, meanwhile, placed third while Whistler’s Darcy Sharpe found himself in the top 10 following a ninthplace showing. The Canadian women also medalled, as Brooke Voigt found herself second only to Japan’s Reira Iwabuchi, while Austria’s Anna Gasser wound up in third. Fellow Canadian Laurie Blouin, meanwhile, took fifth. Full results are online at www.fis-ski.com.
ADDITIONAL EWS RACE ADDED TO 2020 SCHEDULE Whistler will no longer be Round 6 of the Enduro World Series (EWS) tour in 2020. The local CamelBak Canadian Open Enduro will now take the mantle of Round 7 on the season as the tour announced earlier this month that it will host an additional race on the American east coast for the first time. Burke Mountain, Vermont will host
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BC LEGENDS RECEIVE CALL TO THE HALL Five athletes, three builders and coaches, and one team received a call to the B.C. Sports Hall of Fame. In an announcement revealing the Class of 2020, wheelchair curler Sonja Gaudet, cyclist Alex Stieda, baseball player Jeff Francis, football player Brent Johnson, and hockey player Kirk McLean would all be going into the Vancouver-based museum next year. In terms of coaches and builders, inductees will be Harry White (golf), Bill Mitchell (wrestling) and Valerie Johnson (trampoline gymnastics), while the 197980 University of Victoria Vikings men’s basketball team will also go in. Lastly, hockey player Robin Bawa will be honoured in the pioneer category, Cleve Dheensaw will be recognized in the media category, and Kathy Newman will receive the W.A.C. Bennett Award. The induction gala is set for June 4 at the Vancouver Convention Centre. For more information, head over to www.bcsportshall.com. n
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The currant, not The Current WHEN CURRANTS AREN’T REALLY CURRANTS, BUT STILL PACK A WALLOP I WAS ON ABOUT currants the other day with one of my longest-time Whistler pals, Anita Webster. The ones you eat, to be clear. Not electrical ones, not river ones, not ones of affairs or otherwise—something hard to distinguish when the word is spoken, not written. (I always feel badly for people learning English, currently or otherwise.) Anita and I worked the pre-digital trenches and plywood paste-up benches of the now-defunct Whistler Question lightyears ago when the office was stationed above what’s now Southside Diner. In
BY GLENDA BARTOSH those days, Dave Kirk’s Whistler Village Sports was downstairs, rather than vinyl booths and the best hangover-soothing brunches in town. During our “currant” exchange, Anita recalled that in the hallowed halls of CBC Radio, where, after a stint at Carleton University for journalism she went on to work, someone sent out a reminder when what eventually became their signature current affairs show started: It was The Current, not The Currant. Good ol’ radio. I laughed at the image of a dark, shrivelled berry holding sway at CBC. But here ‘tis indeed The Currant—not The
CURRANT CONDITIONS Tasty little currants are nutritional powerhouses. In this case, size might matter: Taste tests reveal that the organic ones (left), which are bigger, plumper and more colourful, are definitely tastier, too. PHOTO BY GLENDA BARTOSH
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Current—getting airtime for good reason, including how healthy they are for you, and how un-currant-like most currants really are. First, this whole currant thing started when I felt like I wasn’t getting enough iron as I kick more and more meat out of my diet, and Anita, one of the longestreigning vegetarians I know, is a good sounding board. Less meat means less iron, and I’d been intuitively craving the pumpkin seeds, the coconut, the spinach, the dried apricots—all of which contain pretty good iron for non-meat sources. I was also craving currants, or to be more accurate, the amazing red lentil and currant salad Anita brought to our house one day, and has since become a family favourite. Turns out, currants are also a pretty good iron source (half a cup provides about an eighth of your daily iron), but red lentils are even better—a single cup delivers more than a third of your daily requirements. During my latest salad-making venture, though, I ran out of currants. Hubby to the rescue, dashing out for a bag of currants (see photo, above). But wait, what was that on the classic yellow No Name bag? (No, they didn’t pay for this plug; No Frills is simply our closest grocery store.) Raisins de Corinthe? And a product of Greece, when I know Canada grows all kinds of currants—wild, domesticated; red, black and more. Now that was an eye-opener, so off I went, investigating the mighty currant, and here’s what I can tell you… First, it’s true: The currants you buy for holiday baking, snacking or otherwise are indeed the dried fruit of a seedless black
grape cultivar known as Vitis vinifera “Black Corinth.” (Vitis vinifera is the Latin name of the common grapevine.) So all the so-called currants we buy are really dried grapes, or raisins! Phoenicians and Armenians started the raisin trade with Greeks and Romans in ancient times. Today, Greece is home to about 70 per cent of all raisins de Corinthe (in Anglo-French), so named for Corinth, where raisin exports originated. “Zante currant” is another common name: “Zanta” is the Greek Island they were later exported from; “currant” is derived from the Greek city, Corinth. As for those lovely, tart red currants like my grandad grew in Edmonton and made into delicious red currant jelly by slinging the fruit into a white cotton sugar sack dangling from a broomstick balanced between two chairs, the ruby-red juice drip, dripping out for days—they’re from a woody shrub in the genus Ribes. Likewise the black currants native to northern Europe and Asia that we love in our Ribena, black currant jellies, and crème de cassis. These currants are never dried. Nor are the four varieties of wild currants that grow in the Pacific Northwest—all edible, although the flavour is somewhat dubious. We also have a wild black gooseberry plant that’s part of the Ribes family. As for those lovely, tart Greek currants, I mean raisins, run out and grab some for Anita’s excellent salad, below. They’re so nutritious—high in vitamins and minerals besides iron, and proven to have preventive effects against cancer and diabetes—that they’re a key part of the healthy Mediterranean diet. We still prefer the organic ones we normally buy
(the flavour is fuller and fruitier), but a bag of any type will do anytime. Bon appétit! Glenda Bartosh is an award-winning journalist who loves her currants. n
ANITA’S CURRIED RED LENTIL SALAD FOR DRESSING, WHISK TOGETHER: 3/4 c. corn oil (or canola) 1/2 c. wine vinegar 2 tbsp. sugar 2 tsp. pepper 1 tsp. ground cumin 1 tsp. dry mustard 1/2 tsp. turmeric 1/2 tsp. mace 1/2 tsp. ground coriander 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp. ground cardamom 1/4 tsp. cayenne 1/4 tsp. ground cloves 1/4 tsp. nutmeg SALAD: 1 lb. dry red lentils (2 cups) 1 c. currants 1/3 c. capers 1 1/2 c. finely chopped red onion Wash lentils. Cook in boiling water 4 to 6 minutes, or until just tender. (Test after 2 minutes). Rinse and drain well. Combine with dressing. Let sit overnight in the fridge. At least 2 hours before serving, add currants, capers and onion to lentils to blend flavours. Note: We prefer only about half the dressing. Store the other half in your fridge for a delicious ready-made dressing.
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Whistler Cornucopia returns with most diverse lineup yet FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL FEATURES EVERYTHING FROM WARHOL-THEMED PARTY TO COOKING-COMPETITION-TURNED-DRAG-SHOW
BY BRANDON BARRETT EXQUISITE CUISINE and wine has always been, pardon the pun, Cornucopia’s bread and butter. The annual epicurean celebration, which returns from Nov. 7 to 17, has long been anchored by its signature events and tastings, such as House Party, a barbecue feast courtesy of Sidecut paired with an array of wine, beer and spirits; Crush, Cornucopia’s flagship indulgence, showcasing wineries (and nibbles) from B.C. and beyond; and Night Market, an eclectic sampling of cuisines from around the globe. But it’s the smaller, inventive and, well, downright weird events on the calendar that push Cornucopia beyond the realm of your average culinary festival. We don’t want to be that snobby festival, like, ‘Oh, don’t you smell that oaky note in that wine?’” jokes Sue Eckersley, executive director of event producer Watermark Communications. “We want to be fun, we want to be inclusive. This world is so amazing for everyone—it’s food and drink, we all do it.” Take this year’s agenda as an example. Among the 115 (!) events on offer, you will find everything from a Spice Girls tribute band— served with canapés, of course—to a seminar on pairing wine with junk food, a silent disco, an Andy Warhol-themed “Factory Party” at the Audain Art Museum, and, Cornucopia’s newest signature event, Sashay, Fillet!, an LGBTQ+-inclusive party that combines culinary creations from West Coast chefs with performances by some of Canada’s top drag queens. Produced in partnership with Eat North, Eckersley described it as “RuPaul’s Drag Race meets Top Chef Canada.” “We have some great media that always attends from the LGBTQ+ community and we know that Whistler is a very welcoming and inclusive place, and obviously all our events are very inclusive, but we thought, ‘Let’s really make people aware that we
WINE-UP LINEUP The 23rd annual Cornucopia food and drink festival features its most diverse lineup yet, with 115 events on offer between Nov. 7 and 17. PHOTO BY MIKE CRANE / COURTESY OF TOURISM WHISTLER
are an inclusive event in this somewhat polarizing world,’” she added. Eckersley said “accessibility and inclusivity” form the basis of Watermark’s approach to programming—all the more important if you want to welcome not just the out-of-town set, but the locals who may not have the finances or inclination to attend a stuffier culinary festival. The longtime event producer also gives her staff a long leash when it comes to coming up with programming; she said that, with almost every event on the docket, “there is a direct dotted line” to a Watermark staffer. “Our team is very diverse,” Eckersley noted. “We have health fanatics, we have winos. I’m personally very interested in Indigenous peoples and the history of Canada. It’s our passions. If there’s anything I’ve learned after two decades of event production, it’s that things don’t succeed without a passion behind them. We fire our passions—and we’re not afraid to fail.”
This year’s festival sees an expanded slate of Indigenous-focused events, including the Spo7ez Table, an intimate First Nations feast at the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre, the Indigenous World Wine Dinner at the Fairmont Chateau, and a
“We fire our passions—and we’re not afraid to fail.” - SUE ECKERSLEY
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even farther next year with a potential event similar to Night Market that would feature exclusively Indigenous foods. Some, including food writers south of the border, have pointed to Cornucopia’s diverse lineup of proof of its progressiveness, but Eckersley views it as more a reflection on the ever-changing makeup and values of its host community. “I still like to think that we’re reflective of who we are in Whistler,” she said. “Maybe we put it a little more on the forefront, but we’re not reflecting anything that doesn’t already exist in spades here in Whistler. That’s fun for us to share that with the world, that that can all work.” This year’s Cornucopia charity recipient is the Whistler Public Library, and, for the first time, the silent auction has moved online. Bids and donations can be made at cornucopiaauction.ca. For tickets, and to view the full festival lineup, visit whistlercornucopia.com. n
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Art and dance collide in ‘It stirred me all up’ ONE-TIME DANCE PERFORMANCE INSPIRED BY EMILY CARR TAKES PLACE AT AUDAIN ART MUSEUM ON NOV. 9
BY ALYSSA NOEL WHEN TRISH BELSHAM walked into the Audain Art Museum for the first time, she had a vision. “I was really just amazed by the architecture that had so much flow,” she says. “I was inspired to partner the design with dance. When I entered the foyer and saw that beautiful, big window and the mouth of the corridor, I had this visual image of this dancer all in white—like a spirit hovering in the doorway with extended arms.” The vision is coming to life on Saturday, Nov. 9 when the museum hosts the dance performance “It stirred me all up.” Based on a quote from Emily Carr—and inspired by the current exhibit Emily Carr: Fresh Seeing - French Modernism and the West Coast—the show will include a total of six dances in different rooms of the museum. It will start in the foyer before that spirit-like figure leads the audience into the first gallery of the special exhibit, which
DANCE SHOW Gruff Goat Dance Theatre dancers will perform at the Audain Art Museum on Nov. 9.
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focuses on an influential trip Carr took to France early in her career. “Emily Carr” will dance in character before the group is beckoned to another room, where the dancer is a raven. Finally, they will be ushered to the upstairs gallery space where the final two dances take place. “I certainly like to be challenged by new opportunities to bring dance into all
that shows up that I’m curious about.” To that end, Belsham contacted the museum after her first visit about collaborating on a future project, and when they reached out to her about putting together an Emily Carr-inspired show, she immediately said yes. Part of her enthusiasm had to do with her special connection to the famed artist.
“My work is celebrating feminine empowerment. Many of the pieces have to do with the empowerment of women.” - TRISH BELSHAM
kinds of other spaces,” says Belsham, who has a long, storied career as a dancer and choreographer and runs Gruff Goat Dance Theatre in Pemberton. “I like dances that can be done on small stages or in alternative spaces, site-specific outdoors. I’ve done a lot of outdoor performances … I’m pretty comfortable with that. It’s mostly about the opportunity to engage with whatever it is
“[She] just happened to be my very favourite painter when I was a girl,” Belsham says. “I grew up in my grandfather’s house, three blocks from where [Carr] had her home on Dallas Road there [in Victoria]. I saw a lot of her work growing up. I always identified with her work.” She also identified with Carr as a strong female figure. “My work is celebrating
feminine empowerment,” she adds. “Many of the pieces have to do with the empowerment of women.” That was a central theme of Gruff Goat’s Pemberton performance earlier this winter called Wabi-Sabi Love. The show sold out both nights. Since the dance group started five years ago, “we’ve played every place you can play and I think people are starting to recognize the name,” Belsham says. Adding the Audain Art Museum to that list is an exciting prospect. “I’m really excited to do this—to partner with the Audain,” she says. “I’m looking forward to the opportunity for people to see this work and ask questions about it and stay after and have a conversation.” There are no tickets available for the show ahead of time. Entry is with admission to the museum. That means the dancers currently have no idea how many people will be following them from room to room. “Not knowing how much space they have to dance in is a particular challenge that’s really good for them,” Belsham says. “I think most dancers, at this point in time, have had a lot of opportunity to perform apart from a large stage. They feel quite natural in that kind of environment.” Catch the one-time performance of “It stirred me all up,” at the Audain Art Museum on Saturday, Nov. 9 from 3 to 5 p.m. n
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TO MARKET Refresh Market is making its Whistler debut at the Audain Art Museum on Dec. 6 and 7. Their Squamish Winter Market takes place at the West Coast Railway Heritage Park (pictured here) on Nov. 15 and 16. PHOTO SUBMITTED
Refresh Market makes Whistler debut SQUAMISH MARKET HOSTS POP-UP HOLIDAY EVENT AT THE AUDAIN ART MUSEUM
BY ALYSSA NOEL THE REFRESH MARKET might be best known for its seasonal Squamish events, but recently organizers have been popping up in new locations. “This year, we’ve really expanded our offerings in general,” says co-founder Rachel Boguski. “Earlier this summer, we expanded our seasonal markets to host a pop-up at the three-day Harmony Arts Festival in West Vancouver.” Next up, the market—which selects vendors with handmade products made in B.C.—is set to host a market in the Audain Art Museum on Friday, Dec. 6 and Saturday, Dec. 7, marking its first Whistler event. “To be able to work with the Audain team and be able to host the event in their space is a dream for us,” Boguski says. “I feel that hosting a market at the museum really allows us to elevate the cultural experience of our markets. It just seemed like a very easy fit for us.” In total, 40 vendors—selected from 130 applicants—will set up in the upper gallery space. The selection will range from clothing to jewelry, ceramics and art to skincare and wellness items. “We’ve selected vendors that fit with the Refresh aesthetic, but we selected slightly different vendors, so that we’re providing the experience of two different markets,” Boguski adds. “We’re not replicating the experience. We have a lot of vendors coming up from the Lower Mainland to do this. I’d say [it’s] a mix of Lower Mainland and the Sea to Sky.” Overall, the goal is to encourage people to shop local for the busy holiday season. “People are paying more attention in terms of where their products are coming from, who’s making them,” she says. “We offer
the opportunity for the public to really connect with the people that are making their items. If we can keep people out of the shopping malls and big box stores and keep people shopping local and supporting local, creative events, we’re doing our job.” The Whistler event will come on the heels of the Squamish holiday market at the sprawling West Coast Railway Heritage Park on Nov. 15 and 16. That event features 100 vendors. (And of course, it’s also after the long-running Arts Whistler Holiday Market, this year taking place at The Westin Resort & Spa alongside Bratz Biz on Nov. 30 and Dec. 1.)
audainartmuseum.com/events Yoga @ the Audain | every Friday 6:30 – 8pm Art After Dark: Community Repurpose it Month - Bicycle Gear Weaving Friday | 3:30pm – 8:30pm Everyday items are often overlooked as great art mediums. This month come learn exciting new repurposing techniques! This week we will show you how to turn used bicycle gears into weavings. Materials will be provided or bring in your own spent gear to repurpose.
‘It stirred me all up’ Saturday, November 9 | 7 – 9pm Join us at the museum for an afternoon of dance and movement inspired by the work of Emily Carr. Featuring Gruff Goat Dance Theatre, Pemberton with new work from Creative Director, Choreographer Trish Belsham.
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“To host the event in [the Audain] is a dream for us. ” - RACHEL BOGUSKI
“Our Whistler event is going to be a popup version of what we create in Squamish,” Boguski says. “What we’re known for is the quality of our vendors lineup, but also we have incredible community vibe at our markets. It really is a gathering place. It’s very warm and a social environment. You have the opportunity to connect and gather with people from across the Sea to Sky corridor, down to the Lower Mainland and you’re surrounded by the work of our creative vendor community.” Tickets for the Whistler Refresh Holiday Market are $15 in advance or $18 at the door, including museum admission, or $3 and $5 at the door for the market only. For more, visit refreshmarket.ca/ tickets. n
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Sorry, scary, and Dick Best HUMANITY IS funny. We love to put our heroes on pedestals, but we especially love to see them fall off (or knock them over). Maybe it’s because watching an icon tumble helps us feel better about not being so iconic ourselves (or maybe we’re all just a bunch
BY FEET BANKS of childish pricks), but living, as we do, in the cult of celebrity built on a seething mass of cyber-connected fanboys, trolls, and internet experts there is no shortage of celebrity scandals these days. Which means we get a lot of celebrity apologies. Often the crimes are inexcusable, but more often they are simple lapses of judgment or points of ignorance that should be easy to learn and move on from. Of
MIDWAY POINT Midway, about soldiers and pilots in the Second World War, opens in theatres this week. PHOTO BY ALAN MARKFIELD
course, that doesn’t happen as much as it should and I’m still waiting for Hollywood (and their army of highly paid publicists) to realize that everyone knows “I’m sorry you felt that way” is not even close to the same thing as “I’m sorry.” But when it comes to his comments last month that Marvel movies are more like theme parks than actual cinema, Marty Scorsese ain’t apologizing to no one. In fact, this week he doubled down with an opinion piece in the New York Times reiterating his definition of cinema as an art form, positioning Marvel flicks as something other than that, and explaining that he only brings it up because it’s increasingly harder for filmmakers to get movies on movie screens these days because theatres are filled with “modern film franchises: market-researched, audience-tested, vetted, modified, re-vetted and remodified until their ready for consumption.” On the one hand, this is exactly what the literary snobs used to say about comic books and nowadays, the graphic novel is one of the most exciting forms of story telling we have. On the other hand, Marty’s also absolutely right. The streaming services are
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ensuring cinematic storytelling thrives in your living room, but the art form was built on the shared human experience of sitting in a dark room reacting to a story on a flickering screen with a bunch of strangers. For Scorsese, there’s a difference between audiovisual entertainment and cinema, and the one is eating the other. There are no Marvel flicks on the screens at the Whistler Village 8 this week, just more good horror with the opening of Doctor Sleep, the sequel to The Shining you didn’t know you wanted. Forty years after the original story (based on the novel by Stephen King), Danny Torrance (Ewan McGregor) is middle aged and using his “shine” to guide the terminally ill into the afterlife. He’s still plagued by the traumas of his childhood (who wouldn’t be?) but things get more hectic when he meets a supershine-powered young girl named Abra (Kyliegh Curran) and a cult/gang of hipster, steampunky energy vampires who feed on kids with the Shine and are led by a cold-hearted killer named by Rose the Hat (Rebecca Ferguson). And it’s not the worst. Director Mike
Flanagan (Ouija: Origin of Evil, Oculus, Gerald’s Game, and also he was born in Salem!) does his best to integrate parts of King’s novel (King wrote Doctor Sleep) with Kubrick’s version of The Shining (which King notoriously hated, despite that most everyone else considers it among the top three to five horror films ever made). The Overlook Hotel even pops up and while Flanagan does a decent job getting us there, you can see where he falls into trap of wanting to play in the “Shining Greatest Hits” sandbox a bit too much. For an R-rated, 2.5-hour horror sequel, though, Doctor Sleep keeps you awake, but it won’t haunt you for the rest of your life. And if you’re hankering for a 138-minute Roland Emmerich (2012, Independence Day) super overblown war epic with a main character legitimately named “Dick Best” who “uses his fortitude to overcome the odds,” well look no further—Midway also opens, unapologetically and with no pre-screeners. Or, Scorsese’s latest is The Irishman, a pretty decent mob epic now streaming on Netflix. Dive in. n
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BY ALYSSA NOEL DID YOU MISS the annual Flag Stop Theatre & Arts Festival that took place at The Point Artist-Run Centre back in August? Well, lucky for you, there’s one more chance to catch the event’s theatre production, About the Moose, as well as a musical performance by C.R. Avery and a dance show by Pemberton’s Gruff Dance Theatre. The play, which creatively weaves two historical Whistler moments into one hilarious fictional performance, will run both Nov. 15 and 16 at the Maury Young Arts Centre with East Vancouver musician C.R. Avery performing the first night and the Gruff Goat Dancers taking the stage on the second night. While the play was also performed in Gibsons and Powell River this summer, “this will be the Whistler dry-land premier,” playwright Stephen Vogler, jokes in a press release. The story is about a cross-bearing pilgrim who wandered through town back in the ‘80s, and a moose that showed up in Whistler 40 years later and caused a bit of chaos. At its core, though, it’s a “witty satire on bureaucracy and wildlife management that is both moving and drop-dead funny,” the release summarizes. Tickets for each night are $20 available at thepointartists.com/events.html or artswhistler.com/event/about-the-moose.
WHISTLER FILM FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES LINEUP The Whistler Film Festival has unveiled the films screening as part of its 19th edition from Dec. 4 to 8. Organizers received over 800 submissions this year and whittled it down to 86 offerings, including 43 features and 43 shorts from 15 counties. “Dedicated to showcasing meaningful stories that spark conversation, WFF is proud to present award season fare and quality Canadian content, with over half of the feature offerings representing world, North American and Canadian premieres,” the release says. Lost Transmissions, directed by Katharine O’Brien and starring Simon Pegg and Juno Temple will open the festival with the story of two L.A. music scene fans who are battling mental health issues. Other films include Martin Scorsese’s The Irishman, Antigone, directed by Sophie Deraspe, Emile Goudreault’s Compulsive Liar (Menteur), Hope Gap, directed by William Nicholson, and Tom Harper’s The Aeronauts, to name just a few. The closing festival film this year will be a double bill of Grosso’s Loveletters to Canada and The Tony Alva Story. To see the full lineup, visit whistlerfilmfestival.com.
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HORRORFEST WINNERS The Heavy Hitting HorrorFest wrapped up for another year on Oct. 30, but not without handing out a few film awards first. Earning top spot for Best in Show was local director Angie Nolan for her film Bad Dolly. That production also earned the People’s Choice Award while Nolan also won Best Female Filmmaker. Rookie of the Year, meanwhile, went to Dick Hunter actress Jessica Simpson. That film also earned Best Death Scene for its “bear trap castration” scene (did we mention the festival is very much 19-plus?). Best Make-Up went to Blackface; Best Visual Effect to Dandelion Tea; and Best Sound Design to Toe. Cum on, Charlie Parker took top spot for cinematography. Locals took the Best Actor and Best Actress categories with Johnny Thrash and Sharai Rewels, respectively. Rounding out the categories were Wild Love (France) for Best International Film; Miles Wilkinson earning a Lifetime Achievement Award; and local Conrad Schapansky in the film 1 Piece taking the Erin Solowey ‘Manimal’ Award for Most Fearless Performance in the film. Finally, earning the Chili Thom Memorial Award for Best Nude Scene, named after the late festival cofounder Chili Thom, was Stacey Paradine in Cum on, Charlie Parker.
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BUILDING A NEW LIFE Settlers and visitors—(L-R) Sue Hill, Kall Hill, Charlie Chandler, Wallace Betts holding daughter Louise, Charlie Lundstrom, and Sporty the dog on Alta Lake docks, 1939—take time out from building to catch up on ther stories. PHOTO FROM THE J JARDINE COLLECTION
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Public Information Meeting – Monday, November 18, 2019, 6 pm at PSS School District No.48 has submitted an application to amend the Village of Pemberton Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw to allow for the subdivision and development of a single-family residential lot on a portion of the Pemberton Secondary School (PSS) site that is situated at the corner of Aspen and Poplar. The intent is to provide an opportunity for the students to help design and build this home as a valuable learning experience. The home will be retained by the School District and used as future employee housing (a ‘teacherage’), pending approval from the Village of Pemberton regarding subdivision and rezoning of school district property and Ministry of Education approval to grant disposal of the property for the purposes of facilitating a student housing construction project. As part of the OCP and Zoning Amendment process, SD 48 is required by the Village of Pemberton to hold a Public Information Session to gather nearby residents’ comments and gauge general community support for this amendment. We invite you to learn more about this project on Monday, November 18th, 2019 at 6 pm at Pemberton Secondary School. We would appreciate you taking the time to come show your support and look forward to answering your questions!
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a look at the life and legacy of Charles Ernest Chandler, one of Whistler’s earliest European settlers. Known locally as Charlie, he was a trapper during the beginning of the 20th century. He came to the Whistler Valley from Wisconsin in 1908 to pre-empt about 160 acres on the northern end of Alta Lake. (For those of you who don’t know, preemption was a method of acquiring Crown Land from the government for agriculture or settlement. It was formally established by the Land Ordinance in 1870, and was still legal until 1970. In order to pre-empt land, a person (the pre-emptor) would have to stake out a block of unsurveyed, non-reserved Crown Land and submit an application to the government. If the application was approved, the pre-emptor would receive a Certificate of Pre-emption, and they would be free to begin “improvements.” After appropriate development had taken place, the pre-emptor would receive a Certificate of Improvement from the government, which would allow them to either buy the land at a discounted price, or receive the title for it outright.) For the next three or four years, Chandler spent his time improving the area he had pre-empted in order to gain title for it. His move to the Whistler Valley was meant to give him a fresh start, away from the influences of “the bottle.” According to Dick Fairhurst, Chandler thought the best method to solve such a problem was “to get the hell away—out in the woods, some place it [alcohol] wouldn’t
be too handy.” He also spent his time working on his trap lines, which ran along Wedge Creek all the way to Wedge Pass, and about 1.5 kilometres down Billy Goat Creek on the Lillooet divide. He occasionally made money by taking people on hunting trips along his trap lines, as well, which is how one of his many colourful stories came about. One night, while guiding Alex Philip on a hunting trip, Chandler was cooking his typical fare of bannock for dinner. The camp they had pitched sat at the top of a steep slope, and when Chandler tried to flip the bannock over in his frying pan, he missed. The unfortunate bannock flew out of the pan and went cartwheeling down the ridge. Chandler, the determined man that he was, went chasing after it. The bannock put up a bit of a fight it seems, but eventually, with a well-placed stomp, Chandler caught his dinner. By the time he made it back up to the camp, the bannock looked more than a little worse for wear. Chandler, however, just looked at the messy ball of dough and said, “You look a little dirty, but we’re eating you anyway.” Chandler sold 10 acres of land to Alex and Myrtle Philip in 1913, which they would quickly turn into the famed Rainbow Lodge property. Chandler himself moved further north along Alta Lake to settle in the area now known as Alpine Meadows. He built his homestead there, where he lived until passing away peacefully on his porch in the winter of 1946. If you would like to know more about the early settlers of Alta Lake and their stories, stop by the Whistler Museum, or take a look at our blog, Whistorical. You might be surprised at how many stories Whistler has to tell. n
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1 DOG DETECTIVES Carmen and Odie—also known by their alter egos Sherlock Holmes and Watson—were on the case on Halloween night. PHOTO SUBMITTED. 2 WORLD POLIO DAY The Rotary Club of Whistler met at the Whistler Museum on Oct. 29 to observe World Polio Day, a day to reflect on the progress made towards eradicating the disease, which took place on Oct. 24. Pictured left to right: Murray Wood, Rotary District 5040 Area Governor-Sea-to-Sky; Janice Lloyd, Rotary Club of Whistler president; Whistler Mayor Jack Crompton; Brian Finley, Rotary District 5040-PolioPlus Committee chair. PHOTO SUBMITTED. 3 PUMPKIN DROP Whistler Fire Rescue held its annual pumpkin drop at Spring Creek Fire Hall on Nov. 3. Proceeds from the event—which featured a pancake breakfast and bake sale—went towards the Whistler Children’s Centre. 4 TRICK-OR-TREATING Superheroes, wizards and more teamed up to fight crime—or rather, collect all the candy—on the streets of Cheakamus Crossing on Halloween night. PHOTO SUBMITTED. 5 GARBAGE PICK-UP A few weeks ago, Whistler mountain biker Yoann Barelli saw someone throw a plastic cup out of a car window and was inspired to head out and collect garbage on the roadside along Highway 99. He invited others to join in the effort; on Saturday, Nov. 2, that culminated in 15 people showing up to collect 60 bags and 550 kilograms of trash between Creekside and Whistler Village. PHOTO SUBMITTED. 6 AND THE AWARD GOES TO On Saturday night, Nov. 2, The Kindness Project by Stl’atl’imx Friends, won a Native American Music Award, or a NAMMY, for Best Historical and Linguistic Recording. Leroy Joe’s other project, Spiritual Warriors’ Ancestors, also picked up the awards for Best World Music Recording. The Southern Stl’atl’imx Health Society gang is pictured at the awards ceremony. PHOTO SUBMITTED.
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Wannabe brings Spice Girls to Whistler TORONTO TRIBUTE GROUP PERFORMS AT THE GLC ON FRIDAY, NOV. 8
BY ALYSSA NOEL WHEN SUZY WILDE and four of her friends in Toronto decided to perform a Spice Girls’ tribute show, it was meant to be a one-time event. But then, unexpectedly, the Toronto Star ran a story about it—on its front page. “I was in the dressing room getting ready and someone was like, ‘You’re on the front page of the Toronto Star. Did you know that?’” recalls Wilde, who performs as Posh. “We did this show and it was intended to just be a simple performance for our family and friends.” They ended up drawing a line up around the block and the interest in Wannabe: A Spice Girls Tribute hasn’t subsided in the seven years since. “People were hungry for it,” Wilde says. “They wanted that exact thing at that exact time and they still do. We keep waiting for this to slow down, but the shows keep selling out. [People] want to escape for that night to that amazing decade.”
TELL YOU WHAT I WANT Wannabe: A Spice Girls Tribute hits The GLC on Nov. 8.
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While the act is a bit of an escape for its performers too, they take it seriously, honing their costumes, accents, choreography and banter, Wilde adds. “Wannabe is light and fun and songs we know … but there is this universal message of girl power and it’s important because
Johnston as Sporty, Catharine Merriam as Baby, and Barbara Johnston as Ginger—are all professional performers. Wilde, Anika, and Barbara, for example, all write musicals. “This has in fact allowed for us to continue all of our other artistic ventures,” Wilde says. “It’s kind of become
“These women come to see our show then all of a sudden, they’re transported back to their little girl selves. That experience is magical.” - SUZY WILDE
we feel really passionately about it. That is what kind of drives us to go continue putting a lot of energy and passion into the show itself. What that means is every show is different. We reinvent the script, we rewrite the dialogue, change the order around, change the themes for different shows and have special guests,” she says. It helps that the five woman who make up the group—Jasmyn Fyffe as Scary, Anika
what would’ve been our coffee shop job. This is funding our other projects.” The challenge of their side-hustle, though, is they’re not only singing, but also striving to embody the people they’re portraying. While Wilde says she does have the benefit of playing the character who is most often in the spotlight, Posh (a.k.a. Victoria Beckham) is also the only one in the group who no longer performs.
“It’s easier for me because she’s still in the spotlight and the media,” Wilde says. “I can still access her all the time. But she’s the only Spice Girl who didn’t do the reunion show last year. Our Baby Spice flew up [to London] to see it. She said it was incredible.” The group is making their Whistler debut at a sold-out show as part of Cornucopia on Nov. 8. Wilde says the crowd can expect full costumes, accents, and “some plot twists where we’ll get into an argument onstage in our characters. You never know what’s going to happen. We love the audience to dress up, sing along, and have an amazing time.” And if you’re in the crowd and find yourself getting so swept up in the fun that you believe you’re seeing the flesh-andblood Spice Girls, don’t worry—it happens all the time. “People sometimes think we’re actually them,” Wilde says. “These women come to see our show then all of a sudden, they’re transported back to their little girl selves. That experience is magical … We’ll have people yell, ‘You were always my favourite!’ ‘You were my first CD!’ People talk to us like we’re actually them.” Catch Wannabe: A Spice Girl Tribute on Nov. 8 at 7 p.m. It is sold out. For more information visit wannabespicegirls.com/. n
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MULTIPLE MEDIUMS C.R. Avery is set to cap off a cross-Canada tour in Whistler on Friday, Nov. 15. PHOTO SUBMITTED
Multi-talented C.R. Avery brings pared down show to Whistler VANCOUVER MUSICIAN PERFORMS AT THE POINT’S MAURY YOUNG ARTS CENTRE TAKEOVER ON FRIDAY, NOV. 15
BY ALYSSA NOEL C.R. AVERY has a pattern. After six weeks of touring across Canada—from Montreal to Haida Gwaii— the East Vancouver creative is ready to drink up artistic inspiration again. “Last week, I went to the symphony, Cat Power, and the opera. I put out for six weeks then I have to bring it in—fill up the well,” he says. That input-output equation might be true, but Avery seems like the kind of multi-talented artist who gleans inspiration wherever he goes. He’s a musician, a beat boxer, a spoken-word poet, a painter, an author and a filmmaker. “Most great art was a combination of things,” he says. “Chuck Berry changed blues forever when he started telling stories instead of just [singing] ‘My baby, my baby.’ He started doing blues and then a country song and going back and forth. That happens a lot with me. I think it’s going to be a hip-hop lyric and next thing I know I’m singing over a country shuffle.” The East Vancouver musician—who has been described as a “one-man hip hop beatbox blues harmonic Americana iconoclast”—is bringing his musical act to Whistler on Friday, Nov. 8 as part of The Point Artist-Run Centre’s takeover of the Maury Young Arts Centre. Mainly, it will be him and a piano tackling his unique style of performance. “It’s so hard to describe the show,” he says. “It’s all the things I really love.” But he will be setting that performance aside early next year when he debuts a new project that includes weaving a performance by a 45-person orchestra and dancers into the screening of his new film. “It’s around a film I’ve been working on
for the last two years,” he says. “[There will be] a bit of film while there’s music playing. The film stops, live music starts, and the film comes back on. We’re playing with the three mediums. I love going to live shows, but it takes a lot for a live show to reduce me to tears or have me laughing so hard I can’t control myself. Movies do that.” Because transporting so many people is a bit of a daunting task, that show will stick to eight or nine B.C. dates. The goal is to tap into a medium that seems to be resonating with people lately.
“Most great art was a combination of things.” - C.R. AVERY
“When you hang out with people now, they’re not talking about so-and-so’s album,” Avery says. “They’re talking about the Netflix show they’re watching. I made a 12-minute short a couple of years ago [and then] I dove in, took two years off from heavy touring and made a film. Instead of sending it to theatres everywhere, I said, ‘what if it tours with a movie and an orchestra?’ It’s such an old school thing.” First up, though, he will wrap up his tour in Whistler. “That combines piano ballads and folk music with beatbox to keep the hip-hop urban thing,” he says. “Piano and a voice, there’s so much history to it.” Catch C.R. Avery play ahead of the play About the Moose at the Maury Young Arts Centre on Friday, Nov. 15 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 at artswhistler.com or thepointartists.com. n
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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
SFU WRITER’S STUDIO WRITING CONSULTS
Need an expert opinion on your writing? The SFU Writer’s Studio offers free one-on-one, 45-minute consultations. Register at least one week prior to the consultation time required. Seven pages of poetry or a prose manuscript must be submitted one week prior to your scheduled appointment. Doublespaced with title and your name on each page with the page number on the bottom. For more information and to register, call the library at 604-935-8435. > 2, 3 & 4 pm > Whistler Public Library
STITCHES IN THE STACKS
This group is free to attend, but you’ll need to bring your own supplies. Curl up by the fire and make something beautiful together. (Crochet lovers, you’re welcome too!) > 7 pm > Whistler Public Library
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
COMMUNITY
MULTI-DAY EVENT
CONNECT WHISTLER WEEK
Connect Whistler Week is a week filled with fun, social activities designed to help newcomers get a little better acquainted with their new home and the community of Whistler. Throughout Connect Whistler Week you will connect with key organizations, support systems and locals who work, live and raise their families here. For more, visit mywcss.org/programs/connectwhistler/. > NOV 4-8
PARENT INFANT DROP-IN
An opportunity to develop a supportive social network with other parents of young babies. 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
KARAOKE WITH JACK-QUI NO
Put it on the rocks and call it a show! Hosted by Jack-Qui No. > 8 pm > The Living Room @ the Pangea Pod Hotel
THURSDAY LOCALS’ NIGHT LIVE MUSIC AT BRICKWORKS Live music every Tuesday and Thursday. > 8 pm > Brickworks Public House
TOMMYS WHISTLER X LIQUID LOUNGE
Liquid Lounge every Wednesday and Thursday night. Tommys is lounging out and we invite you to do the same. Pull up a chair or hang out on our couches and enjoy the house tunes. > 8 pm > Tommys Whistler
WHISTLER YOUTH BAND
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
MUSIC
Old-school vibes, remixes mash-ups and new stuff to keep you on your toes. Free. 604-962-0601. > 9 pm-midnight > 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 nights make their debut. Free. 604-932-6408. > 9 pm-midnight > Black’s Pub & Restaurant
Come join our legendary locals’ night every Thursday, kicking off the night with a game of skate at 9 pm followed by DJ Praiz and friends throwing down some dope tracks. Prizes to be given away each week include concert tickets, snowboards, electric sunnies and skateboards! Email info@garfinkels.ca for guest list and VIP options. 604-932-2323. > 9 pm-2 am > Garfinkel’s
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
COMMUNITY
GREG NEUFELD 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. > 9-10 am > Whistler Women’s Centre
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Armed with a guitar, stompbox and one of the best, soulful voices you will ever hear. > 5-7 & 8-11 pm > Mallard Lounge
THROWBACK THURSDAYS
Come lounge out, dance and listen to all the throwback hits one could need. For guest list and VIP reservations, visit tommyswhistler.com. > 9 pm > Tommys Whistler
COCKTAIL DANCE PARTY
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
THROWBACK THURSDAYS WITH MR. TWITCH
Enjoy a musical journey of nostalgia curated by Mr. Twitch. Disco-funk-hip-hop-house and whatever else.
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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
PIQUECAL TOURISM WHISTLER/MIRAE CAMPBELL
> 10:30-11 am > Whistler Public Library
JUMMAH SALAH (FRIDAY PRAYER)
There will be a weekly “Jummah Salah” (Friday Prayer) held at the Maury Young Arts Centre Multi-Purpose Hall. It is open to all and everyone is welcome. There is no cost for this event. Organized by the BC Muslim Association. > 1:30 pm > Maury Young Arts Centre
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
MUSIC ACTIVATE AND CONNECT FOR SENIORS 50+ NOV 7 WHISTLER COMMUNITY SERVICES
WALK AND TALK SERIES, PERMANENT COLLECTION > 1 pm > Audain Art Museum
cash bar, good tunes, great people, awesome vibe! Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door. Get them at https://artswhistler.com/event/faction-skis-thecollective-bonus-films. > 7 pm > Maury Young Arts Centre
FREEBY FRIDAY
Islands are a brother sister duo all the way from Guernsey island in the middle of the U.K.s English Chanel. They will have you dancing in your chairs all afternoon to your favourite folk/alt music. > 3-6 pm > Cranked Espresso Bar
ONGOING & DAILY ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT
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
COMMUNITY
GAMES CAFE GREG NEUFELD
Armed with a guitar, stompbox and one of the best, soulful voices you will ever hear. > 5-7 & 8-11 pm > Mallard Lounge
Come in and enjoy a massive selection of popular games. Sunday to Thursday. > 4-8 pm > Cranked Espresso Bar
IF3 FESTIVAL
Don’t miss more than 35 ski and snowboard films presented over two days. For more visit festivalif3. com/en/venues-and-events/whistler_canada_2019/ general-info. > 2:30 pm > Longhorn Saloon
JEFF HEINTZMAN @ ALPINE CAFE This local legend brings out a good old alpine party with his mix of acoustic classics and originals! Free. > 7-9 pm > Alpine Cafe
COMMUNITY
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
FREESTYLE FRIDAYS
Bringing you a different special guest DJ. > 8 pm > Tommys Whistler
LAZY SYRUP ORCHESTRA 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
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 www.welcomewhistler.com for full details. Contact info@welcomewhistler.com or 604-698-5960. > 9:30 am-noon > Whistler Public Library
FACTION SKIS – THE COLLECTIVE
Faction Skis – THE COLLECTIVE Whistler Film Premier & Fundraiser! In conjunction with IF3, Check out the world tour Whistler film premiere of THE COLLECTIVE, as well as the silent auction fundraiser, raffle, prizes,
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME
Books, songs, and rhymes for preschool children, accompanied by a caregiver.
LADIES’ NIGHT
We have a gift for all ladies. Enjoy a glass of champagne then hit the dance floor and dance the night away with DJ Peacefrog. Info@buffalobills.ca for guestlist or table bookings. > 7 pm > Buffalo Bills
Tommys Whistler presents ... Lazy Syrup Orchestra. Indolent sounds. Thick vibrations. Sweet melodies. Sticky connections. A naturally flavored substance... prepared by such a group. @dunks (The Funk Hunters), Thomas Workshop, Kotek, Mark Woodyard. $15 pre-sale. > 8 pm > Tommys Whistler
JENNAMAE TOGADO 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
The only Whistler local giving you some acoustic R&B! Soulful, powerful and sultry. Sounds you can vibe out and sing along to. > 8:30-11:30 pm > Brickworks Public House
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FIRE IT UP FRIDAY
Come down to Tommy’s Whistler and set the bar high for the weekend. DJ Dre Morel spinning pop, rock and hip hop beats all night long. For guest list and VIP reservations, visit tommyswhistler.com. Let us know if you are celebrating for a gift from us to you! > 9 pm > Tommys Whistler
WALK AND TALK SERIES, PERMANENT COLLECTION > 1 pm > Audain Art Museum
IF3 FESTIVAL
> 2:30 pm > Longhorn Saloon
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
WALK AND TALK SERIES, SPECIAL EXHIBITION > 3 pm > Audain Art Museum
TGR’S ROADLESS
TGR’s newest full-length snowboard film, Roadless, featuring Jeremy Jones, Travis Rice and Bryan Iguchi on a foot-powered mission through some of the most remote terrain in the Lower 48. Tickets are $20, $10 for ages 16 & under at the early show. > 6:30 & 8:30 pm > Maury Young Arts Centre
INDOOR PICKLEBALL DROP-IN
Have fun playing the fastest-growing sport in North America. All levels welcome. Free paddle rental. For more, call 604-932-1991. $10. > 4-6 pm > Whistler Racquet Club
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
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
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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
MUSIC
BROTHER TWANG
EVAN KENNEDY
LIVE @ BLACK’S
JERRY’S DISCO
LADIES’ NIGHT
SOULFUL SUNDAYS
Come ramp up your Saturday night festivities with the boys from Brother Twang. > 9 pm-midnight > FireRock Lounge
Every Friday and Saturday, party with local and touring musicians at Black’s Pub. > 9 pm > Black’s Pub & Restaurant
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
Evan creates a unique live performance mixing in lesser-known album songs with the songs of today. > 5-7 & 8-11 pm > Mallard Lounge
Dust off your gaper day getup, from backwards helmets to gorby gaps, ‘cos the best Jerry outfit gets a free bottle of Prosecco! > 7-10 pm > The Living Room @ the Pangea Pod Hotel
Soul Club Whistler spinning that funky soul soundtrack. > 9 pm > Black’s Pub & Restaurant
THE SUNDAY GLOW PARTY
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Whistler’s newest nightclub and lounge turns it up every Saturday night with VIP tables and a party not to miss out on. DJ Dre Morel spinning pop, rock and hip hop beats all night long. For guest list and VIP reservations, visit tommyswhistler.com. Let us know if you are celebrating for a gift from us to you! > 9 pm > Tommys Whistler
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WEEKEND GETAWAYS
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
Made up of brother sister combo Charlie and Amy, Islands are a folk/alt duo hailing from the island of Guernsey, located in the English Channel. New kids on the block in Whistler, they are making waves in the scene and their musical talent is sure to impress you! Free. > 7 am-9 pm > Alpine Cafe
> 5-7 & 8-11 pm > Mallard Lounge
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
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
DUNE RATS
Brisbane-based rock band, Dune Rats, take the stage in Whistler Sunday, Nov. 10 at Garfinkel’s with special guests. $25. 604-932-2323. > 9-11:59 pm > Garfinkel’s
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
PIQUECAL SUNDAY SESSIONS
WHISTLER JUNGLISTS - RAY KEITH 25 YEARS OF DREAD RECORDINGS TOUR
The best locals’ party in Whistler. > 9 pm > Tapley’s Pub
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
Ray Keith is back again for those of you who missed him last time and if your new to town this is Whistler Junglists first headliner event of the Winter season and you can expect more from them in the future! Advanced Tickets $15 > 8 pm > Tommys Whistler
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MUSIC & WORDS
This drop-in program is for kids two to four years and it focuses on early literacy through music, rhyme, stories and movement. Free. > 10 am > Whistler Public Library
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
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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
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MONDAY MIX MADNESS REMEMBRANCE DAY
This year’s Service of Remembrance at the Whistler Cenotaph will be located in Olympic Plaza. By attending a Remembrance Day Service, we all participate in the shared, Canada-wide expression of our appreciation and understanding for the sacrifice of the more than 116,000 Canadian men and women lost in war and peacekeeping over the past century. > 10:30 am > Whistler Olympic Plaza
WORKBC EMPLOYMENT SERVICES DROP IN
Get your resume reviewed, learn about the local labour market, job search tips, and more. All services are free. For details, call 1-877-932-1611 or go to WhistlerESC.com. > 3-6 pm > Whistler Public Library
SPORTS
WHISTLER TRI CLUB SWIM SQUAD
He’s top of the food chain and he’ll sweep away the Monday pains. He’ll shock your brain, the one and only DJ Gainz. > 10 pm-2 am > The Keg
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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
> 6-7:15 am > Meadow Park Sports Centre
ON THE BASIS OF SEX MUSIC
EVAN KENNEDY > 5-7 & 8-11 pm > Mallard Lounge
On the second Tuesday of each month, the library screens a hit movie, straight from Hollywood or fresh off the film festival circuit! This month, it’s On the Basis of Sex. > 7 pm > Whistler Public Library
COMMUNITY
IT’S YOUR TIME TO SHINE OPEN MIC & JAM
Open Mic night at Cranked Espresso Bar with host Jenna Mae. This is a super fun night for music lovers and artists of all levels. Cranked is the perfect place for new artists to try performing in front of a small supportive audience. This night always bring a solid mix of seasoned and budding artists together, and opportunities to collaborate. > 6-9 pm > Cranked Espresso Bar
MARTINI MONDAY > 7:30 pm > Buffalo Bills
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MAC (MATURE ACTION COMMUNITY) COFFEE/ BRUNCH & CONNECT
This is for the 55-plus community to get together and chat, enjoy coffee/tee, snacks and play cards and board games. At this weeks MAC coffee and connect, we’ll have a travel and house insurance guest speaker to help make sure you’re all properly insured for your fulltime home or rental property and for future vacations. Cranked offers any MAC member a 20 per cent discount on any food or beverage item they order durning this event. Feel free to view the “Whistler Mature Action Community” Facebook page or contact Kathy White at chair@whistlermac.org for more details. > 10 am-noon > Cranked Espresso Bar
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Interact is a club for young people ages 12 to 18 who want to make a difference in their community. Mentored by the Rotary Club of Whistler and Rotary Club of Whistler Millennium, the club includes students from Whistler Secondary School, Waldorf, Spring Creek and Myrtle Philip who want to join together to tackle the issues in their community they care most about. > 4-5 pm > Maury Young Whistler Youth Centre
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ARIES (March 21-April 19): Aries psychologist James Hillman said we keep “our images and fantasies at arm’s length because they are so full of love.” They’re also quite flammable, he added. They are always on the verge of catching fire, metaphorically speaking. That’s why many people wrap their love-filled images and fantasies in metaphorical asbestos: to prevent them from igniting a blaze in their psyches. In my astrological opinion, you Aries folks always have a mandate to use less asbestos than all the other signs—even none at all. That’s even truer than usual right now. Keep your images and fantasies extra close and raw and wild. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Poet James Merrill was ecstatic when he learned the Greek language. According to his biographer, he felt he could articulate his needs “with more force and clarity, with greater simplicity and less self-consciousness, than he ever could in his own language.” He concluded, “Freedom to be oneself is all very well; the greater freedom is not to be oneself.” Personally, I think that’s an exaggeration. I believe the freedom to be yourself is very, very important. But for you in the coming weeks, Taurus, the freedom to not be yourself could indeed be quite liberating. What might you do to stretch your capacities beyond what you’ve assumed is true about you? Are you willing to rebel against and transcend your previous self-conceptions? GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Musician Brian Eno made a deck of oracular cards called Oblique Strategies. Each card has a suggestion designed to trigger creative thinking about a project or process you’re working on. You Geminis might find it useful to call on Oblique Strategies right now, since you’re navigating your way through a phase of adjustment and rearrangement. The card I drew for you is “Honor thy error as hidden intention.” Here’s how I interpret it: An apparent lapse or misstep will actually be the result of your deeper mind guiding you to take a fruitful detour. CANCER (June 21-July 22): We devote a lot of energy to wishing and hoping about the meaningful joys we’d love to bring into our lives. And yet few of us have been trained in the best strategies for manifesting our wishes and hopes. That’s the bad news. The good news is that now is a favourable time for you to upgrade your skills at getting what you want. With that in mind, I present you with the simple but potent wisdom of author Maya Angelou: “Ask for what you want and be prepared to get it.” To flesh that out, I’ll add: Formulate a precise statement describing your heart’s yearning, and then work hard to make yourself ready for its fulfillment. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): What are the key parts of your life—the sources and influences that enable you to be your most soulful self? I urge you to nourish them intensely during the next three weeks. Next question: What are the marginally important parts of your life—the activities and proclivities that aren’t essential for your long-term success and happiness? I urge you to corral all the energy you give to those marginally important things, and instead pour it into what’s most important. Now is a crucial time in the evolution of your relationship with your primal fuels, your indispensable resources, your sustaining foundations. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): “When she spoke of beauty, he spoke of the fatty tissue supporting the epidermis,” wrote short story author Robert Musil. He was describing a conversation between a man and woman who were on different wavelengths. “When she mentioned love,” Musil continued, “he responded with the statistical curve that indicates the rise and fall in the annual birthrate.” Many of you Virgos have the flexibility to express yourself well on both of those wavelengths. But in the coming months, I hope you’ll emphasize the beauty and love wavelength rather than the fatty tissue and statistical curve wavelength. It’ll be an excellent strategy for getting the healing you need.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Libran blogger Ana-Sofia Cardelle was asked, “What is your signature perfume?” She said she hadn’t found one. But then she described how she would like to smell: “somewhere between fresh and earthy: cinnamon and honey, a rose garden, saltwater baked in the sun.” The coming days will be an excellent time to indulge in your own fantasies about the special fragrance you’d like to emanate. Moreover, I bet you’ll be energized by pinpointing a host of qualities you would like to serve as cornerstones of your identity: traits that embody and express your uniqueness. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Studies suggest that on average each of us has a social network of about 250 people, of whom 120 we regard as a closer group of friendly acquaintances. But most of us have no more than 20 folks we trust, and only two or three whom we regard as confidants. I suspect that these numbers will be in flux for you during the next twelve months, Scorpio. I bet you’ll make more new friends than usual, and will also expand your inner circle. On the other hand, I expect that some people who are now in your sphere will depart. Net result: stronger alliances and more collaboration. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): I blame and thank the Sagittarian part of me when I get brave and brazen enough to follow my strongest emotions where they want to lead me. I also blame and thank the Sagittarian part of me when I strip off my defense mechanisms and invite the world to regard my vulnerabilities as interesting and beautiful. I furthermore blame and thank the Sagittarian side of me on those occasions when I run three miles down the beach at dawn, hoping to thereby jolt loose the secrets I’ve been concealing from myself. I suspect the coming weeks will be a favourable time to blame and thank the Sagittarian part of you for similar experiences. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Persian polymath Avicenna (980–1037) wrote 450 books on many topics, including medicine, philosophy, astronomy, geography, mathematics, theology, and poetry. While young, he tried to study the Metaphysics of Aristotle, but had difficulty grasping it. Forty times he read the text, even committing it to memory. But he made little progress toward fathoming it. Years later, he was browsing at an outdoor market and found a brief, cheap book about the Metaphysics by an author named al-Farabi. He read it quickly, and for the first time understood Aristotle’s great work. He was so delighted he went out to the streets and gave away gifts to poor people. I foresee a comparable milestone for you, Capricorn: something that has eluded your comprehension will become clear, at least in part due to a lucky accident. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): In addition to being a key figure in Renaissance art, 15th-century Italian painter Filippo Lippi had a colourful life. According to legend, he was once held prisoner by Barbary pirates, but gained his freedom by drawing a riveting portrait of their leader. Inspired by the astrological factors affecting you right now, I’m fantasizing about the possibility of a liberating event arriving in your life. Maybe you’ll call on one of your skills in a dramatic way, thereby enhancing your leeway or generating a breakthrough or unleashing an opportunity. (Please also re-read your horoscope from last week.) PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): “Stand high long enough and your lightning will come,” writes Piscean novelist William Gibson. He isn’t suggesting that we literally stand on top of a treeless hill in a thunderstorm and invite the lightning to shoot down through us. More realistically, I think he means that we should devotedly cultivate and discipline our highest forms of expression so that when inspiration finds us, we’ll be primed to receive and use its full power. That’s an excellent oracle for you. Homework. You don’t have to believe in ideas that make you sad or tormented. Drop them. FreeWillAstrology.com
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Pemberton Valley Trails AssociationMeets the second Wed of each month. 7pm at the Pemberton Recreation Centre. Call 604-698-6158
Pemberton Arts Council - Connect with other artists, writers, artisans, musicians & help make Pemberton a vibrant arts community. Call 604-452-0123 or visit www. pembertonartscouncil.com
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
Pemberton Writers - Meet with other writers to review and critique monthly. Opportunities for writing in a comfortable and creative setting. Email crowley7@telus. net Sea to Sky Singers - Invites new & former members to join us for an exciting new term, the spring & fall terms culminate with a concert. Choir meets Tues, 7-9pm at Squamish Academy of Music, 2nd Ave. Veronica seatoskysingers@gmail.com or 604-892-7819 www.seatoskysingers.net Whistler Community Band - Rehearsals on Tuesdays 7 - 8:15 pm CONTACT whistlerchorus@gmail.com FOR LOCATION 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/
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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 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.
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
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.
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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/
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.
Griffin Squadron Squamish Air CadetsOpen to youth 12-18yrs at Don Ross Secondary School on Tues at 6:30pm.
Rotary Club of Whistler - Meets Tuesdays AM & PM www.whistler-rotary.org
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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
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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
Rotary Club of Whistler Millennium Meets every Thurs at 12:15pm at Pan Pacific Mountainside. 604-932-7782
Shades of Grey Painters Meet on Thursdays from 1-00 - 4:00 pm @ the Amenities building, Pioneer Junction, Vine Road, Pemberton. We are like-minded 50+ acrylic painters who get together to paint and learn from one another. No Fee.
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
Whistler Valley Quilters Guild - Meets most 1st and 3rd Tuesdays from September through May. Visitors interested in Quilts and other Fibre Arts are more than welcome to join us. Experience not a requirement. For location and topics of upcoming meetings email: whistlerquiltguild@gmail.com , visit www.whistlerquilters.com or look us up in the Arts Whistler calendar under What's On.
COMMUNITY CENTRES 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
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
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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
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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
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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
We are looking for an Assistant Manager at the Re Use It Centre. This is a full time, permanent position with a competitive wage, benefit package and wellness benefit after 3 months. If you have experience supervising or managing a team, excellent customer service and waste diversion knowledge and want to feel part of the community, we would love to hear from you.
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
Send your cover letter and resume to hr@mywcss.org. A full job description can be found on our website at mywcss.org.
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. 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. 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
Roland’s Pub is looking for line cooks and dishwashers. Full time and part time available.
Basalt Wine + Salumeria are currently looking to fill the roles of:
Wage based on experience, plus tips and staff meal every shift. Extended Medical & Dental benefits for full time employees. Staff discounts in Roland’s Pub and Red Door Bistro. Apply in person or email resume to info@rolandswhistler.com
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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 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
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ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY 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
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
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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
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We are currently hiring Full Time Sales Representatives with personality! Please stop by our Whistler Village location with your resume to fill out an application and say Hi to Michelle or Tina.
Skilled Carpenters Carpenter’s Helpers Experienced Labourers Responsibility and wage will depend on skills and experience. info@crdesignandbuild.com
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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
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.
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Pemberton Parent Infant Drop-In Facilitated by Capri Mohammed, Public Health Nurse. Every Mon 11am-12:30pm at Pemberton Public Library.
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
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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.
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.
We offer a fun, outdoor work environment with a great team of • Class 4 unrestricted license and clean driving record like-minded individuals. An always changing, always challenging work day with the opportunity to connect with people from • Excellent customer service skills all over the world. Flexible schedules and amazing staff parties are definite perks of the job.
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:
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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
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 Wednesday from 10am to noon. For emergency food bags, please call 604.935.7717. www.mywcss.org/foodbank
Healthy Pregnancy Outreach ProgramLearn how to prepare healthy affordable meals at this outreach program. Sea to Sky Community Services 604-894-6101
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.
North Shore Schizophrenia Society Services for family, friends & community. Mental illness info, support & advocacy. Call Chris Dickenson at 604-966-7334
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.
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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
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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
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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
Whistler’s award winning publications are seeking a casual junior graphic designer. QUALIFICATIONS: • Excellent knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator in a Mac environment. • Understanding of newspaper printing process, including how to design for newsprint and how to preflight artwork for newsprint output. • Experience in the graphic design industry, specifically in print/publishing. • College diploma or equivalent experience in the area of graphic design. • Ability to work to tight deadlines. • Illustration skills an asset.
Work is on a caual basis as Whistler Publishing’s workload requires and is ideal for designers looking to supplement other employment or junior designers looking to gain experience. Priority is on Tuesdays & Wednesdays
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
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Whistler Housing Authority - Long term rental & ownership housing for qualified Whistler employees . Visit www. whistlerhousing.ca
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
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Busy Structural Steel Fabrication business in Pemberton is seeking to fill multiple positions within the company.
Whistler for the Disabled - Provides info for people with disabilities on what to do & where to go. Visit www. whistlerforthedisabled.com
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
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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
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Carpenters Carpenters Helpers Labourers Level 2 First Aid Attendant Please submit resume to: info@evrfinehomes
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SUPPORT GROUPS Are you troubled by someone's drinking? AlAnon can help. Al-Anon meeting, multi-purpose room, 2nd floor, Whistler Health Care Centre, Wednesdays, 6:30 pm. 604.688.1716 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. 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.
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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. 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) Whistler Alcoholics Anonymous: 12-step support group for men and women who want to stop drinking or are recovering from alcoholism. Meetings are held at 7 pm Mondays (women's only), 8 pm (open meetings) Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays; Whistler Medical Center, 4380 Lorimer Road, 2nd Floor multiple purpose room; 604-905-5489, https://www. bcyukonaa.org
RELIGION Jesus Rock Of Ages Ministry- A bible based church that holds services at Millennium Place's main floor theatre at 4:30pm. www. jesusrockofages.com 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. 604-905-4781
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Nagomi Sushi is hiring Assistant Manager We are looking for a strong, independent, honest, hard working individual to join our intimate team, on a full-time, year-round position. The ideal candidate will possess the following attributes: • • • • • • • • •
2 years of experience within the service industry preferred. Punctual and reliable, with a keen eye for detail. Ability to work autonomously and cohesively within a team. Leadership and decision making capability. An effective multi-tasking who thrives in a stressful environment. Is a healthy individual with the ability to lift up to 20lbs/10kilos. Strong problem solving skills under pressure. Accountability and resilience are a must as on this position. A love of food, sushi and desire to work in a positive environment.
What we have to offer: • Wage depending on experience with regular increases based on performance. • End of season bonus. • Hourly wage plus tips. • Permanent Residents or Canadian Citizens are eligible for extended medical benefits after 6 months, based on performance • Short hours, play during the day and work at night. • Perks: Spirit Pass available, work incentives, staff meals, discounted dinners for you and your family/friends. If this position sounds like it might be the right fit for you we would love to hear from you! Please send your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are the best fit to our company to nagomisushi@outlook.com For more information/Job description, please visit our Facebook page: Nagomi Sushi Whistler
Sea to Sky Healing Room - For Blessing/Prayer/Encouragement In the Community Church building, 7422 Dogwood Street, Pemberton. Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday: 4-6 PM Whistler Church- Join us for worship and fellowship around Jesus. Sunday 10 am at Myrtle Philip Community School, 6195 Lorimer Rd. Nursery, Sunday School to gr. 6, Youth gr. 7 and up. Call Pastor Jon 604-798-3861 / Kelvin 204-249-0700 or www.whistlerchurch.ca
FUR & FEATHERS Get Bear Smart Society - Learn more about coexisting with bears. To report a conflict, garbage or attractant issue call 604-905-BEAR (2327) www.bearsmart.com Pemberton Wildlife Association Advocates for the conservation of fish, wildlife & wilderness recreation. Also offering target shooting & archery f a c i l i t i e s . 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 604-9358364 www.whistlerwag.com
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THE FIRST PLACE TO LOOK FOR LOCAL JOB OPENINGS Household Assistant Local Whistler family is looking for a responsible and trusting Household Assistant to work in our home Monday to Friday (2 PM - 7 PM) for youth supervision, meal preparation, driving and light housework. 25 hours per week guaranteed. $18.00 per hour. Valid drivers licence is required. Non-smoking environment. Immediate requirement. Please email: syd.smith@shaw.ca
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WE HAVE VACANCIES IN PEMBERTON FOR A PART-TIME HOMELESS OUTREACH WORKER (15HRS/WK) AND A PART-TIME VICTIM SERVICES WORKER (17.5HRS/WK) For details go to www.SSCS.ca and click on Job Postings under the “Work with us” tab.
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Come Grow Sport with us at our Whistler Olympic Legacy Venues
We offer competitive wages, a unique environment, seasonal bonuses, staff discounts and benefits. Ask about accommodation.
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(Bobsleigh, Luge & Skeleton) Track Worker Facility Operations Worker (Snow Clearing) Guest Activity Rep Host Videographer / Guest Activity Rep Host
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(Nordic Skiing, Snowshoeing and Outdoor Activities) Heavy Duty Mechanic Groomer Operator Nordic Sport Instructor Ski Patrol Maintenance and Operations Worker Winch Cat Operator Rental Services Tech
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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
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Staff housing available We are seeking flexible, hardworking and hard playing
FULL-TIME BELL PERSON HOUSEKEEPERS/HOUSEMAN PART TIME NIGHT AUDITOR PART-TIME AND FULL-TIME HOURS AVAILABLE
Please apply if you can bring your smile and positive energy to our team and our guests! Please email your resume to: roberto@aavawhistlerhotel.com
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www.whistlerwag.com Capilano Highway Services Company is seeking experienced personnel for the following positions:
· Loader/Bobcat Operators/ Plow and Sand Truck Drivers · Labour for Snow Removal We are an established company that provides a conducive working environment as well as competitive pay rates! Please reply in confidence to fax: 604-983-2433 or via email to: whistler@capilanohighways.ca We thank you for your interest, however only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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Reporting to the manager on duty, you will be responsible for maintaining the flow of service to maximize a positive dining experience Are you a strong communicator? You will be working across all FOH departments; Front Desk, Bar, Kitchen & Floor Staff! Personality! Shine bright and look after our extensive return clientele Additional responsibilities will include any of the following; Assisting busser / food runners, assisting bar staff with refilling stock, to-go orders through front desk and assisting host staff with seating and table management.
Be a part of our incredible team, managing the Whistler operations in this full-time, year-round position. Tamwood is an award-winning adult ESL school and Career College that is currently recruiting for the position of Campus Manager at our Whistler Location. For a detailed job description, please visit tamwood.com/jobs/ or write to recruiting@tamwood.com Duties will include: • •
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All facets of teacher, student and facility management Community liaison
Completed University or college diploma demonstrated experience with customer service Minimum 10 years of full time employment experience with supervisory responsibilities Canadian Residency Excellent oral and written communication in English. Mature, confident personality with leadership skills and an open mind-set.
Please send your resume and cover letter to recruiting@tamwood.com Submission deadline November 14th, 2019 We thank all interested applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the nature of housing in Whistler, candidates are expected to have housing prior to applying for the position.
All applicants must speak fluent English, be eligible to work in Canada, and provide two work references.
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Please send all resumes to Ken Ross at kross@windsorplywood.com or apply within.
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Please apply in person at Mountain Riders, Sport Stop, Whistler Village Sports. Or email jhague@evo.com
Full Time Night House Person (Full Time: 10 pm – 8 am) Eligible successful candidates may receive*: • Competitive wage. • Extensive benefits package which may include; ski pass or wellness allowance, disability coverage, travel insurance and extended health and dental. • Travel Allowance and discounted employee rates at any Diamond Resort International resort. • Full-time work year round and a FUN work environment.
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Email your resume with the position you wish to apply for to: embarc_hr@diamondresorts.com
Here’s to the Journey At Westin, we recruit the brightest, most energetic people in pursuit of developing an exciting and rewarding career. Marriott International has 29 renowned hotel brands in over 122 countries around the world, and we’re still growing. Opportunities abound! ROOM ATTENDANT
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Email your resume to work@westinwhistler.com or visit Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm
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Hiring Full & Part-Time Drivers for the Upcoming Winter Season Class 2 & 4 Drivers • Excellent hourly wage • Steady Year-Round Work • Season End Bonus
Required Skills and Experience: • Class 2 (w/ Air Brake) License Preferred • Class 4 Unrestricted License accepted (if willing to upgrade) • Training for Class 2 License upgrade available for selected candidates • Customer service skills Please send resume to info@vipwhistler.com (604) 938-9501
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Delta by Marriott Whistler Village Suites Is currently recruiting for the following positions:
- Room Attendant (Housekeeper) - Houseperson / Public Area Attendant STAFF HOUSING IS AVAILABLE! Start your journey today with: competitive wages, growth opportunities, a positive team environment, medical benefits, play money (ski pass, etc), 100% provincial health care coverage. To Apply: either submit an application online at Marriott.com/careers or send your resume to barbara.fraser@deltahotels.com
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The Blackcomb Lodge join our team We offer competitive wage, flexible We offer competitive wage, flexible work work, schedules, a benefi variety of benefits schedules, a variety of ts including including employee discounts, training employee discounts, training & development, & development, career advancement career advancement opportunities and more! opportunities and more! • Front Desk Agent Full-time and part-time positions available
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SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 48 Squamish Whistler Pemberton
PAYROLL & BENEFITS ADMINISTRATOR School District No. 48 (Sea to Sky) is currently accepting applications for a part-time, temporary Payroll & Benefits Administrator. This position is covered by our CUPE collective agreement and offers a competitive rate of pay. Further information regarding this position and the School District can be found at https://www.makeafuture.ca/regions-districts/bc-public-schooldistricts/metro/sea-to-sky/ Applications for this position will be received up to and including Tuesday, November 12, 2019
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Director of Environmental Services (Permanent Full-Time)
The Squamish-Lillooet Regional District (SLRD) is located in southwestern BC and consists of 4 electoral areas and 4 member municipalities (Squamish, Whistler, Pemberton and Lillooet). The region contains some of the most spectacular forests, waterways and mountains in the province, and affords an endless range of opportunities for outdoor adventure. Headquartered in Pemberton, which is the approximate geographic centre of the region, the SLRD delivers a wide range of regional, sub-regional and local services to its residents. Services include land use planning, solid waste management, building inspection, fire protection, emergency preparedness, 911 services, water and sewer utilities, parks, trails and open spaces as well as financial support for various community services. The SLRD is currently seeking to fill the permanent full-time position of Director of Environmental Services. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, this senior management position is responsible for directing the management and operations of a diverse department which provides various services to the electoral areas. Management of this department involves prioritizing special projects and daily operational requirements of various separate cost centres, including 8 water systems, 4 sewer systems, 4 landfill/transfer stations, a regional Solid Waste and Resource Management Plan, a regional trail system, numerous local trails and park spaces, and also includes the administration of relevant grant-funded and contracted projects.
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Developing operational budgets and planning for capital renewal and growth Engaging communities and stakeholder groups Project management Contract/bylaw drafting and administration
Compensation will be determined commensurate with knowledge, skills and ability, and includes a comprehensive benefit package and Municipal Pension Plan, and offers the ability to work a compressed work week (nine-day fortnight). Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume with a covering letter by email, no later than Sunday, November 24, 2019 to: Attn: Lynda Flynn, CAO Squamish-Lillooet Regional District lflynn@slrd.bc.ca For further information and a full job description visit www.slrd.bc.ca. We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
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• Extremely mechanically inclined, up to Red Seal skill level. • Must possess a valid BC Driver’s License and provide a satisfactory driver’s abstract. • Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and re-prioritize work based on last minute requirements. • Previous mechanical experience which may include: general vehicle repair, servicing, welding, painting, electrical, small engines, and fuel systems maintenance. • Must have basic computer skills and high proficiency in English – both written and verbal; • Must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Other Attributes Needed
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You are the type of individual who strives to be “world’s best” at what you do and you work hard every day to get there. You have a strong desire to elevate and mentor others and possess a unique ability to anticipate and predict needs. You are a team player, highly engaged, and present a professional image at all times. You are highly committed to safety and will accept nothing less than exceptional performance in that regard. You have a great sense of humour, and impact your work environment with a fun and positive attitude. This is an excellent position for that person who is looking to work with really cool people, really cool equipment, in speculator places. This is a full time position of 40 hours per week, with days of work to be determined between the successful candidate and the manager. Some travel to other work locations and areas may be required from time to time. Salary will commensurate with experience. We offer an excellent benefits program, and an energetic and diverse working environment. Interested applicants are asked to send their cover letter and resumes to: Dave Hennessey, Fleet and Equipment Maintenance at dhennessey@mcleangroup.com. All job applications and/or discussions will be held in the strictest of confidence.
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GLC EXECUTIVE CHEF, YEAR ROUND POSITION We offer: • Health Benefits • Competitive wages, performance incentive, RRSP program • Expand your Leadership skills through our development courses • Many carrier opportunities at any of our 36 resorts APPLY TODAY: www.whistlerblackcomb.com/jobs
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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. Assist Head Chef and supervise cooks and kitchen helpers. Inspecting ingredients for quality and freshness and supervising all food preparation. Create new menu, recipes and specials. Ensure to provide excellent live cooking presentation and customer services at the Teppanyaki bar. Work as a team and ensure orders are completed in timely manner. Ensure Teppan cooking presentations are performed in most safe environment.
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• Completion of secondary school and 3 years or more experience as a cook/chef. • 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: 4% vacation pay Start Date: As soon as possible. Language of work is English Address: 301-4293 Mountain Square, Whistler, BC, V0N 1B4
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Creating our way to a better world “No one has enough money anywhere— Banker, Indian Chief, Gestalt Therapist, no kind of person—to not set their own valves on their own Volkswagen!” - John Muir
NO, NOT THE SIERRA CLUB John Muir. The How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive; A Manual of Step-By-Step Procedures for the Compleat Idiot John Muir. Thus did my adventure in DIY auto mechanics reach its event horizon, suck me into its black
BY G.D. MAXWELL hole and unexpectedly spawn a lifetime of largely satisfying, if unspectacular, creative accomplishments. As with most of these stubbornly individualistic undertakings, necessity— and a limited budget—was the mother of invention. The unforeseen reward was passage through the four Zen states of mind. Of course, I didn’t know there were four Zen states of mind until a former girlfriend pointed them out to me, and I had no idea I’d ever visited them, let alone seemed to live in them, as a result of simply doing things I couldn’t afford to let other people do or couldn’t find other people to do for me. But back to Volkswagens...shortly. I always liked tinkering with engines. I called it tinkering; my father called it destroying. I was being romantic; he was being pragmatic. A Briggs and Stratton lawnmower engine was the first victim of my tinkering. I learned a lot destroying it. Like there are no “extra parts” when you’re putting an engine back together. Oh, and gaskets and washers really do serve a purpose. Destroying that engine was, perhaps my first visit to shoshin, the first mindstate characterized by the eagerness and openness one might experience embarking on a new endeavour. Enthusiasm but no skill necessary. The Batchelor Brothers’ Texaco station a block away from where I lived guided me to the second Zen state, fudoushin—steadfast determination and absolute control over oneself. OK, absolute control may have been delusional but I was determined to learn whatever they were willing to teach me about what they called mechanicin’. Texaco was threatening to take their station away because, being church-going guys, they closed on Sundays. Being a godless heathen—a character flaw they grudgingly overlooked—I offered to mind the pumps and do whatever repairs wouldn’t threaten their customer’s cars in exchange for them acting the role of sensei. That worked for a while and I learned a lot, but then Texaco showed its real hand and closed the station
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down anyway since the real estate it was on was way more valuable as something other than a sleepy gas station. And to finally get to Volkswagens, Muir opened the door to the third mindstate, mushin, or as I referred to it, mush-mind, a mindlessness, a mind empty of thoughts, existing in the moment or in the zone, whichever cliché you prefer. I eventually came to refer to it as “eating the elephant” because, being there was the only way to accomplish an impossibly complex task— say, putting the several hundred parts of a VW engine scattered across the kitchen table, counters and floor back together without going crazy or giving up. It all happens one part at a time, much as the elephant goes down one bite at a time.
appreciation for the act of creation—repair being a form of creation—and gave me the confidence to take on other tasks far beyond my skill level. Cooking, for example. When a friend and I moved off campus at university—OK, when we got asked to move out of the dorm we lived in—I broke out in a cold sweat when, on the first evening in our new slum, we realized the best thing we knew how to cook was spaghetti with tinned chili poured over it. With no realistic possibility of either of us attracting a girlfriend willing to feed us, I decided I’d better learn how to cook. It turned out to be way harder than fixing a VW. Mechanics are pretty binary. Put the
I always liked tinkering with engines. I called it tinkering; my father called it destroying. I was being romantic; he was being pragmatic.
The simple instructions and handdrawn illustrations in Compleat Idiot led a former engine destroyer to rebuild several VWs, none of which cost as much to purchase as the last pair of running shoes I bought and the profits from which helped me get through university with what today is bemoaned as a lot of student loan debt but was then thought of as pretty normal. It also gave me a heightened
pieces together right, they work. Cooking is chemistry and getting it right is more akin to fixing your car’s electrical problem than rebuilding its engine. Recipes only tell you what you need to collect and measure and how to go about putting it together. They don’t begin to tell you the myriad ways you can foul it up in the cooking process. It’s kind of like knowing how chess pieces move as opposed
to how to play chess. One is simple. The other, multidimensionally complex. But if you understand how things go together and what happens in the oven or pan or barbecue, you can free yourself from the confines of recipes and create. Which is largely how I fed myself once I figured that out. I’d hang around a friend’s house long enough to offer to scour the cupboards and pull something together for dinner, often after having been told there wasn’t anything in the house. It seemed like magic to them; seemed like dinner to me. So, what does this have to do with anything? I’m disappointed in you. After all these years you still believe there’s a point to these columns? Oh well. I guess is has to do with the value of doing the endless, repetitive, yes, creative things that fill our lives. The value of fixing things that are broken, of making things our minds can picture and our hands can create if we drag ourselves away from the noise that consumes too much of our lives. Creating things, whether it’s a car that runs again, dinner, a piece of furniture, a painting—heck, even a pointless piece of writing—makes us more human, engages us with a part of the world outside ourselves and breaks us out of our bubbles. Creating makes us more likely to engage with our community and the people around us. It makes us less likely to destroy, deface, or diminish the creations of others. It enriches our lives in ways no amount of likes on social media ever will. I learned to make good bread because I couldn’t afford to buy good bread. I still make it because it’s second nature ... and just maybe the doorway to zanshin. n
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Community and Transportation Infrastructure (CTI1) zoning. Auxiliary residential dwelling unit for a caretaker or watchman or other persons similarly employed on the premises. A maximum of 1 auxiliary residential dwelling unit is permitted per parcel. See zoning for land and building use and municipal requirements.
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780 square foot 2 bedroom in Orion, Pemberton’s newest condo development. Great views, private garage, storage, efficient state of the art design and construction, Orion is due to complete in early 2020. Beyond “passive” standard for energy efficiency and a focus on healthy living construction techniques.
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