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SOIL MATTERS:
CLIMATE ACTIVISTS IN OUR MIDST
The regenerative agriculture movement is alive and well in Pemberton and beyond
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GAMES 2030? The buzz is on for Whistler and Vancouver to bid on the Olympics
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DAVE BROWNLIE Catching up with former WB exec, now the prez of Revelstoke Mtn.
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FRESH FACE Catch newcomer Dan Vogl on many local stages
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Soil matters The regenerative agriculture movement is alive and well in Pemberton and beyond. - By Lisa Richardson
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OLYMPIC GAMES 2.0
As Whistler
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IN SYNC
The debut of Whistler Skating Club’s
celebrates the 10th anniversary of the 2010 Winter Olympic and
synchronized program went well in Delta earlier this month, though
Paralympic Games, there is buzz is about bidding for the 2030 Games.
opportunity for future growth may be limited by lack of ice time.
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IT’S ALL LOCAL
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PHOTO FINISH
The first-ever Uprising photo
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Opinion & Columns 08 OPENING REMARKS The provincial budget appears to be fully focused on helping middle-class
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10 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Letter writers this week ask where all the lifties are on Whistler
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13 PIQUE’N YER INTEREST This week, Dan Falloon gives a shout out to subtitles on movies and TV shows of all stripes. In fact he uses it all the time—that way, he even finds the whispered lines so many watchers miss.
82 MAXED OUT Max offers some suggestions about how to tackle transit ridership. He’d like to see
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30 SCIENCE MATTERS Wet’suwet’en land defenders’ actions are as much about government
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31 RANGE ROVER Leslie Antony offers us a unique glimpse into the Indigenous people of Japan, the Ainu, whom he sought out during a trip to the island nation.
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40 TRAVEL Ever wanted to know more about James Bond Island, made famous in the Man with the Golden Gun movie? Well, read on as writer Tim Morch paddles Pha Nga Bay National Park in Thailand.
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Lifestyle & Arts
48 FORK IN THE ROAD Writer Glenda Bartosh is advocating for MIND-ful eating for all of us. The MIND diet can significantly reduce the incidence of Alzheimer’s disease.
50 EPICURIOUS Exploring the recently launched culinary tourism strategy designed to deepen the understanding of Indigenous cuisine, and through that, Indigenous culture itself.
54 NOTES FROM THE BACK ROW You might not be able to see him coming, but this week, Feet Banks reviews The Invisible Man.
56 MUSEUM MUSINGS This week, we learn all about the locally organized “Ask Me! I’m a Local” program, which ran during the 2010 Games.
60 PIQUECAL Celebrations to mark the 10-year anniversary of the 2010 Olympics aren’t over just yet. On Thursday, head over to the Lost Lake Warming Hut—on cross-country skis or snowshoes—for free s’mores and hot chocolate.
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OPENING REMARKS
Where is tourism in B.C.’s Budget 2020? YOU COULD BE forgiven for feeling that our contribution to provincial coffers is down the list of things noted by the NDP as it rolled its latest budget out Feb. 18. Indeed, tourism, as a piece of the puzzle that makes B.C. great, is entirely missing from last week’s budget. As a refresher, let’s remember that Whistler contributes $1.37 million a day in tax revenue to all levels of government.
BY CLARE OGILVIE edit@piquenewsmagazine.com
These are dollars derived from tourist activities of all kinds. The most recent statistics show that we have about 3 million visitors all year round, with summer becoming ever more popular as a time to visit. Last time I checked the most recent
logging ($1.8 billion) and agriculture and fishing ($1.5 billion). It takes about 300,000 people to make our tourism sector run and we need a whole lot more workers if it is going to continue to grow and support a healthy B.C. and provide a living for all of us—as the provincial government expects it to do. Tourism is getting a bit of help through other financials outlined in the budget, such as work on highways to make travel safer and more grants for post-secondary studies, which could include hospitality programs. When the NDP minority government was voted in in 2017, there was concern for the fate of the Resort Municipality Initiative fund paid for by visitors and shared with resorts to help fund infrastructure to support tourism. But after consideration, the province continued to support it, and in 2019, Whistler received $9.5 million. That’s still tax dollars, as 40 per cent of visitors to Whistler are Canadian while 28.5 per cent are from B.C. It was infuriating to read that no money
“With some signs of softening within BC’s visitor economy, industry is nervous.” -ALROY CHAN
figures (2017) for provincial tourism, they showed that $18.4 billion in annual revenue is brought in by the sector—that’s a 41.3-percent increase since 2007. Provincial tax tourism revenue was $1.2 billion—a 40.3-per-cent increase since 2007. The tourism industry contributed $9 billion of added value to the B.C. economy as measured through GDP. That’s almost twice as much as mining ($4.9 billion), more than oil and gas ($3.7 billion), forestry and
was budgeted for regional transit, especially considering that the province said there was an operating surplus. You may recall that the province shot down local corridor governments’ plan for funding regional transit last fall. This is particularly short-sighted considering we are facing a climate crisis and recent statistics show that 20,960 vehicles a day now navigate the roadway between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish, with
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12,044 between Squamish and Whistler—a 25-per-cent increase in overall traffic since 2009. Like other small businesses, those in Whistler servicing our local and tourism clients are being weighed down by taxes, and now with the Employer Health Tax, the strain is getting noticeable. The BC Chamber’s 2019 “Collective Perspective” survey found that 25 per cent of Whistler businesses that responded were in “very poor” shape. That should be a huge red flag to this government. Let’s not forget, after all, that Whistler is responsible for an estimated 25 per cent of the entire annual tourism export revenue of British Columbia, up from 21.5 per cent in 2012. The budget also cut marketing funds to Destination British Columbia (DBC). This was decried by the provincial Tourism Industry Association of BC (TIABC). “…A reduction of $850,000 in DBC’s annual core revenues over the next three years will affect efforts to attract domestic and international visitors and keep BC’s visitor economy on a positive trajectory,” the Association said in a release. “Not having funding certainty for Destination BC means that they’re susceptible to the annual budget priorities of government, making it difficult for them to commit to any long-term investments. With some signs of softening within BC’s visitor economy, industry is nervous,” said Alroy Chan, TIABC’s chair. Now is not the time to ignore tourism. It will undoubtedly be impacted by the ongoing coronavirus outbreak (Air Canada has cancelled its Vancouver-based flights to China until April), for example, and if we want the sector to continue to enjoy success and supply funds to all levels of government, then it must be recognized by all levels of government for what it provides. n
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Where are all the lifties? I recently received a feedback survey from Whistler Blackcomb, but wanted to make sure my voice was heard with regard to safety on the chairlifts. I’ve been a regular skier at Whistler Blackcomb since the ‘90s and a season pass holder for the last 10 years. I’ve tried to give Vail Resorts the benefit of the doubt while they took over our community mountain including the growing pains as they try and understand Whistler and Canadian culture. I could go on and on with complaints of poor grooming, Blackcomb Gondola malfunctions, higher prices for on-mountain food…However, with the recent news of a chairlift death in Colorado, I need to speak up on issues I’ve seen with chairlift safety here in Whistler Blackcomb. (Editor’s note: A New Jersey man died on a chairlift at Vail Resorts’ Blue Sky Basin earlier this month from positional asphyxiation when his coat got wrapped around him after becoming tangled in the lift. The coroner ruled the death accidental.) I started to notice a downgrade last year offloading Jersey Cream chair. The woman next to me fell and was unable to get up. The guests on the next two chairs unloaded and fell on the first woman. We were all screaming for the lift attendant to stop the chair; he was inside the hut oblivious to what was happening—finally, he ran out of the hut and pushed the emergency button. It was then I realized, hey, there used to be
of us didn’t raise her ski tips, [so] they were caught below the platform and she fell. The chair narrowly missed hitting her. We were on the next chair behind and about to hit this woman who was trying now to crawl out when the sole lift attendant came running out of the hut, almost slipping in the snow, and slammed on the emergency stop just in time. If there were another attendant posted outside watching, they may have been able to warn the guest to raise the tips of her skis in time. Or at least stop the chair without running. I don’t understand why there is only one lift attendant posted at the chairlifts? This is a huge safety issue. Is it a financial decision to lower payroll? Is the bottom line of Vail Resorts more important than the safety of the guests? I worry we will have a similar incident here as what happened to one of [Vail Resorts’] guests in Colorado. Shelley Rubzow // Whistler/Vancouver at least two “lifties” posted and watching as guests unloaded. Two weeks ago, I witnessed another nearmiss loading on Glacier Chair. A child ahead of me missed the chair and fell. The chair was about to hit him when the only lift attendant on duty rushed over to pick him up. Then the chair I was on was about to hit
the lifty and the child in his arms. Thankfully, the quick-thinking guest sitting next to me jumped off the chair and pushed the emergency stop so the situation could be resolved. Let me just say that again: it was a guest who had to stop the chair. The very next day, I was about to offload 7th Heaven Chair. A woman in the chair in front
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Action needed now on fish farms Our new Minister of Fisheries [Bernadette] Jordan was recently quoted in The Narwhal magazine as believing that the mandate letter from Prime Minister [Justin] Trudeau only requires her to legislate a plan to remove open-net salmon farms from our Pacific tidal waters by 2025, not to actually remove them. This obfuscation is a recipe for disaster; I sincerely fear our wild salmon will not survive another 10 years of decline. Liberal MP Patrick Weiler assured me pre-
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR election that he shared his predecessor Pamela Goldsmith-Jones’ and John Weston’s strong opinions regarding the importance to transition Atlantic salmon farms from our Pacific tidal waters onto land as soon as possible. I emailed our MP Weiler the day I read about this latest delay tactic a week ago. I hope to eventually get a response that he is working hard in Ottawa pursuing funds in the upcoming budget to assist in this transition. Please contact Mr. Weiler at wvscssliberals@ gmail.com, or take any other opportunity to ask him to seek funds in this budget to help make this transition happen. Jim Horner // Whistler
Spring Creek school says thanks Olympic-sized thank-yous to the Spring Creek Community School (SCCS) parent volunteers, students, staff, community members and local businesses for supporting our Parent Advisory Council’s SCCS Olympic Themed Family Fun Night on Feb 20. A huge thank you to Tami Mitchell of Whistler Sport Legacies who coordinated the sporting events together with Whistler
Adaptive Sports Program, Kirk Paterson from pickleball, Snowboard Addiction, Oros Whistler Gymnastics Centre, BC Wheelchair Basketball and the Sea to Sky Athletics Club. Thank you to local artist/ceramic artisan Stephanie Lowe, of stephanielowestudios.com, and Patty Arcuri of Shaw Carpets for hosting face painting and to Lumi Okuda and team for sponsoring the Origami making—so fun for the children! Lastly, thank you to Jared Curnew from Whistler Wine Merchants for donating an incredible case of boutique BC Wines. We are grateful for everyone who supported us to make our Olympic-themed fundraiser a big success. Your willingness to participate in the events, to enjoy dinner, to purchase raffle tickets, to donate so many cakes for the cake walk, and to socialize with other parents and students created a very fun and memorable evening while raising funds for the school. Thank you to our generous donors, Nesters Market and Samurai Sushi, and to the Spring Creek PAC executive team for organizing the event. Our school truly glowed with positive, sporting energy and a sense of community! Jennie Kyle and Katherine Currall // Spring Creek Community School PAC, Co-Chairs n
Backcountry Advisory AS OF WEDNESDAY, FEB. 26 March is the time of year when the snowpack can start to get trickier. In addition to the months of weather already embedded in the snowpack, weather factors such as solar radiation and temperature swings become bigger players in the upper snowpack. Specifically, crusts become a major feature. February will wrap up with a gradual warming event culminating in freezing levels that may push into the alpine. The subsequent cooling trend will leave us with a melt-freeze crust at elevations that experienced abovefreezing temperatures. Additionally, sunny days will likely produce crusts on aspects that receive prolonged sun exposure, while rain can also lead to thick crusts. As a crust gets buried by the next dump of snow, it can become an excellent bed surface for avalanches. Often, warmer, wetter snow will bond
well to a crust, but in cases where weak crystals have time to form over the crust, or if a storm comes in quite cold, there may be a poor bond between the crust and the new snow. As well, once buried, crusts can begin to decompose and facet, forming new weak layers. Multiple crusts will likely form and become buried through March. Once they are hidden, it’s important to be aware of where they exist. It’s a good idea to keep track of weather events such as rain, warming, and sun that might produce crusts. You can feel for crusts by stabbing your pole or probe into the snow and sensing the changes in resistance. As for terrain management, a lot of professionals begin to focus their attention and objectives on shady or more north-facing aspects at this time of year. This is also where you will find the highest quality snow, which is an added bonus. n
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subtitles, you will be introduced to so many more amazing films.” It’s a worthwhile point to ponder, especially considering Parasite went on to win Best Picture and belatedly gaining the Western fame he was on track to receive with Snowpiercer before friction with none other than Harvey Weinstein led to that flick’s marketing being sabotaged from the inside. HBO recently announced that it plans to make a Parasite English-language miniseries, which seems entirely unnecessary, and perhaps even detrimental to the source material. I’ll admit I haven’t seen tons of international films, but with much of Bong’s catalogue present and accounted for on Netflix, I’ll get around to it before
too long. The ones I’ve seen have been fantastic. There was Good Bye, Lenin! in 2003, a German comedy about an East German man (a young Daniel Brühl) whose mother, a socialist loyalist, falls into coma right before the fall of the Berlin Wall. When she wakes, he’s warned that any shock could be fatal, so he attempts to keep the societal changes from her. It’s worth a watch. There’s also the Spanish supernatural
help with the accents or simply because I wasn’t confident in my own ears that day, but I’ve kept them on ever since and haven’t looked back. Certainly, every viewer is different, but my wife and I haven’t found subtitles to be invasive or cumbersome in any way. They’re even a bit of a cheat code for Easter eggs that you might otherwise miss, if characters are perhaps inaudibly muttering
... [A]ctively reading could do more to further engage with the media you’re consuming, which is never a bad thing, especially in this day and age. horror Verónica, which retained its creepy factor even while reading at the bottom of the screen. But subtitles are useful even when watching something in English. I can’t remember exactly when or how I started, whether it was because the dishwasher was running or because a British show was on and I needed some
under their breath, or you receive clarity on what an off-screen sound is, or you learn the lyrics to a new song on the soundtrack and you receive some clues as to why it’s used at that point in the movie or show. Perhaps purists will view it as cheating or laziness, that if you’re watching something, it’s up to you to have all your relevant senses on high alert, that the
filmmakers crafted their art to be taken in without those prompts, which are there for those who require them, not necessarily as an optional add-on. Certainly, non-English movies such as Parasite only have subtitles for dialogue, not other action, and perhaps it’s best to have them turned off for the first viewing of truly epic flicks. However, most of the time if you’re flipping on Netflix, it’s just to watch a dumb sitcom or a thriller that’s probably not meticulously crafted. And if you’re like me, you’re heading straight to the IMDb trivia section immediately afterwards anyway, so why not feel like a genius because you already knew a few of the items in there? If you’re already shutting your brain down, adding subtitles can go one of two ways: your mind is sinking even deeper into low-power mode after being spoon-fed the information you might otherwise be looking for, or, hey, actively reading could do more to further engage with the media you’re consuming, which is never a bad thing, especially in this day and age. At any rate, why not give subtitles a try for a re-run of The Office or Friends or something you’ve already seen a dozen times before? It could be an added benefit to your experience and, ultimately, could open the door and enhance your life with some truly exceptional content. n
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OUR ONLINE CONVERSATION This month, Whistler celebrated the 2010 Olympic Winter Games’ 10th anniversary, which the resort hosted alongside Vancouver. So, it’s no surprise that our Facebook followers had some strong opinions when we posted a Canadian Press story about the 2010 Games’ leader, John Furlong, urging Vancouver and Whistler to bid for the 2030 Olympic Games. Here’s what a few of them had to say: “Yes! The games seem to unite us. Thoughtful planning with all the stakeholders is vital.” “Nope. One Olympic ‘season’ is enough.” “Cheakamus Crossing phase 2 (or 3) on the cheap for WHA. Let’s do it.”
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In this issue from our Olympic year, readers learned about two Olympians, halfpipe-snowboarder Mercedes Nicoll and alpine-skier Mike Janyk—both of whom grew up calling Whistler home. G.D. Maxwell also shared some of Whistler’s untold stories, the ones that didn’t feature in Games’ headlines, including the fact that the resort is only 60 years old. Formal ski racing, that is to say organized club racing, began on Whistler Mountain in 1968 when the Whistler Mountain Ski Club—prep school for many of the current crop of Canadian downhillers— began. A year later, Whistler hosted the first of many Canadian Championships on a course virtually identical to the one used in the 2010 Games. n
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Could Whistler and Vancouver host the 2030 Games? JOHN FURLONG, PRESIDENT OF 2010 OLYMPIC ORGANIZING COMMITTEE, MAKES THE CASE FOR A 2030 BID
BY BRADEN DUPUIS AS WHISTLER celebrates the 10th anniversary of the 2010 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games, the buzz is beginning to build around a possible bid for the 2030 Games. In a speech to the Vancouver Board of Trade on Feb. 20, John Furlong, who co-led the bid for the 2010 Games, made the case for 2030. The comments were far from off-the-cuff, Furlong explained in an interview on Feb. 25, and bidding on the 2030 Games represents a real opportunity for B.C. and Canada. “In this city—and I think you could probably include Whistler and other communities in some of this as well—some of the big challenges for the community today are housing, unaffordable housing, homelessness, transportation issues, communities are trying to go green really fast, they want to fight climate change, young people want to work for organizations that are doing good in the community,” Furlong said. “We’re talking about rapidly changing times. And so the theory behind this proposal is that the Olympic Games could be rocket fuel to move communities toward achieving some of their higher aspirations.”
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The message to the Board of Trade was “very well received,” Furlong said. “In the next several weeks, we’re going to try to bring together all of the potential partners in this to have a conversation, to achieve a number of ends—one is to make sure that we’re all operating off the same information sheet, that everybody understands what this is and what it isn’t, so there’s absolute clarity about what we would be doing and what we would have to do, and how to go about winning,” he said.
will have an opportunity to speak to it if it ever finds itself at that stage.” The RMOW is always open to hearing about opportunities like this, and there’s something to be said for re-using Whistler’s Olympic venues in a new bid, the mayor added. “2010 was an absolutely incredible time for our community, and delivered a lot for us: Olympic venues, sports venues, Cheakamus Crossing, First Nations partnerships with the Squamish Nation and Lil’wat Nation,
“I believe that there’s an opportunity to do something spectacular here...” - JOHN FURLONG
“So I believe that there’s an opportunity to do something spectacular here, or something remarkable that may help us advance our issues, our big issues, and maybe deliver the most sustainable, greenest Olympic project in all of human history.” From a Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) perspective, the conversation is one for a bid committee and the Prime Minister to have before it finds itself on any community agendas, said Mayor Jack Crompton. “If a bid is presented to our community, we will have a thorough public engagement around it,” Crompton said. “It may involve a referendum, it may involve multiple public meetings. Whatever happens, our community
accessibility, Lost Lake PassivHaus, enhanced snowmaking—I could go on,” he said. “Whistler is a place that was built on Olympic dreams, so when the idea of another Games comes up, it’s exciting, and it’s inspiring. But there’s a lot of ground to cover before we get to a decision on whether or not we’re going to host again.” Having the venues already in place represents “one of the fascinating things” about a potential 2030 bid for Furlong. “We are actually probably the only city ever in well over 100 years that is actually able to present a plan to the [International Olympic Committee] that doesn’t require sport infrastructure improvements or changes or
new facilities. We have everything,” he said. “That’s a pretty formidable starting position for an Olympic bid.” Sapporo, Japan was the first city to officially bid for the 2030 Games, while Salt Lake City, Utah (host of the 2002 Winter Games) and Barcelona, Spain (host of the 1992 Summer Games) have also expressed interest. The bidding process for Olympic events has changed dramatically since Vancouver won its bid in 2003, Furlong said. “When we bid, the process went on for several years, it involved multiple countries, there were countries shortlisted for presentations, [and] it was an extremely expensive process,” he said. “One of the goals here will be to bring that process down to Earth, reduce the cost significantly, and I believe that there is a very good possibility that this decision will actually get taken this year.” Furlong served as president and CEO of the Vancouver organizing committee (VANOC), which said the 2010 Games broke even, and cost roughly $4 billion to host. Provincial spending on infrastructure improvements brought that total to $7.7 billion. Following Furlong’s comments to the Board of Trade, Vancouver Mayor Kennedy Stewart called a potential 2030 bid a “fun idea” for the city, but stressed it would be up to provincial and federal governments to make a call on whether to look at a bid and provide necessary funding. He also said he would want a referendum for residents to vote on the idea if there was a thought of going ahead. -with files from The Canadian Press n
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The kids are (mostly) all right—even online TALKING CYBERBULLYING IN TIME FOR PINK SHIRT DAY
BY BRANDON BARRETT IN THE ‘30S, it was radio. In the ‘50s, it was Elvis. In the ‘90s, it was TV. These days, if you’re looking for something to blame the erosion of our youth’s moral fibre on, the smartphone tends to be the boogieman of choice. “One of the things I say to parents when I do these presentations is that most of you were brought up in one of those generations and you’re doing OK. I would argue that most of your kids are going to do OK as well,” explained Darren Laur, president of internet safety and digital literacy education specialists, The White Hatter. Since 1993, the Victoria-based company has presented to more than 470,000 youth across North America, including in Whistler. But, at least in today’s digital landscape, it’s often the parents who have the most to learn. “We deal with a lot of juvenoia and moral panic with parents, so we’re upfront with good evidence to help destroy the idea [that the internet is inherently bad],” said Laur. “One of my goals in my parents’ presentation is, No. 1, to encourage their kids to get online but do it in a safe and secure way, and No. 2, my second goal is to calm parents down. Too many parents believe that the internet is full of these horrible, ugly, evil things that are destroying our kids.” That’s not to say that dangers don’t exist online. Statistically speaking, one in nine North American youth will be contacted by someone online they don’t know for the purpose of exploitation, and one in four kids will be the target of online harassment or bullying. But like any digital platform, it’s not social media itself that’s the issue, but how it’s used. “It’s not how much time they’re spending online, it’s what they’re doing online. If all they’re doing is consuming online, that’s like digital junk food for the brain,” Laur said. “But if they’re being creators and producers and change-makers, that’s what creates critical thinking and helps develop the brain.” Recent research appears to support this point. According to a study last year out of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro that tracked smartphone use in American adolescents, increased screen time is not linked to worsening mental health. In fact, in some cases, the use of technology actually reduced worry and symptoms of depression among participants. “I try to make parents understand that those of our kids who become really good digital citizens, those kids have a higher chance of getting into college, university or a job,” said Laur. “But those kids that are not becoming
good digital citizens, they will be at a disadvantage because what they’re saying and doing online can come back to haunt them and make it very difficult to get into college, university or even get a job.” The key, Laur said, is to strike what he called “the triad” of responsible parenting when it comes to their kids’ digital lives: participation, communication and oversight. “A lot of parents think if they just put monitoring software on the phone, that will be good enough. No, it’s not,” he added. “It’s like a three-footed stool. You need to have parental participation, some communication and parental over-watch. If one of those legs is missing, the stool will collapse.” Christine Suter tackles these issues in Whistler’s schools as the Healthy Choices facilitator for the Whistler Community Services Society, and she believes it is important that families keep the communication lines open and establish clear boundaries when it comes to kids’ digital activity. “I think that’s a conversation worth having with kids,” she said. “If you’re starting to feel uncomfortable with what you’re discussing online, are there boundaries set around that? Do you have somebody that you’re talking to?” Whistler RCMP Staff Sgt. Paul Hayes said that, in his experience, cyberbullying among youth can take several different forms, including personal shaming, online arguments that escalate, and social exclusion.
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2 THE LOOKOUT, TALUSWOOD He encouraged youth experiencing bullying online to speak up to someone they trust. “When it comes to youth, they need to be talking to a trusted adult about what they’re dealing with so it can be addressed appropriately,” he said. “It’s one of these things where it’s never a good thing to deal with on your own, in solitude, because it doesn’t tend to get resolved well that way.” National Anti-Bullying Day, also known as Pink Shirt Day, was Feb. 26, but Laur wants to see the issue brought to the fore on more than just one day a year. “I actually think that Pink Shirt Day needs to be every day,” he said. “Yeah, it’s important for Pink Shirt Day to shine a light on this, but far too often after Pink Shirt Day is over, people forget. This is something that we need to be constantly shining a light on.” To learn more, visit thewhitehatter.ca. n
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No money for regional transit in provincial budget LOCAL LEADERS WEIGH IN ON BUDGET SUCCESSES, FAILURES
BY BRADEN DUPUIS IF LOCAL LEADERS were hoping to see some concessions for a regional transit system in this year’s provincial budget— introduced in Victoria on Feb. 18—they were sorely disappointed. In fact, the provincial government opted to cut funding for BC Transit as a whole by two per cent, citing an operating surplus. “We are stuck,” said Mayor Jack Crompton, when asked where the advocacy goes from here. “We certainly are not giving up. In my opinion, transit is the crucial tool to addressing our climate challenge.” Governments in the Sea to Sky— including Whistler, Squamish, Pemberton, the Squamish-Lillooet Regional District and the Squamish and Lil’wat Nations—have been working towards a regional transit system for years, but hit a road block
last summer when the province rejected a proposed funding model (see “Province rejects funding model for regional transit,” Pique, July 4, 2019). “I think we need to be more verbal, and correspond with cabinet in a more aggressive way, and I’m talking about me and Jack, and I’m talking about all of us,” said Sea to Sky MLA Jordan Sturdy. “I’d like to see an initiative that emphasizes to government how important it is that we do the right thing in terms of stewarding the capacity that we have and providing alternatives to reducing our emissions.” In a more general sense, Sturdy’s big takeaway from the budget is that there doesn’t seem to be a plan. “There doesn’t seem to be a vision for where our economy needs to go,” he said. “There was nothing in the budget about our future, about competitiveness, about sectoral growth, about trade, or about exports—or really anything.”
BUDGET SEASON B.C.’s finance minister Carole James presents the 2020 provincial budget in Victoria on Feb. 18. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE PROVINCE OF B.C.
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One of the biggest factors affecting businesses is the Employers Health Tax, she added, which has put an added strain on smaller businesses especially. “The 2020 MSP is now fully phased; however, for a lot of our small businesses, this tax is a net new, so it’s not something that’s in their budget,” she said. “We’re working again with the BC Chamber of Commerce and chambers across B.C. to continue to try to move the dial on that.” There’s also the increase in personal taxes for incomes over $220,000 (from 16.8 to 20.5, effective immediately). “That may, possibly, reduce the competitive advantage we have to attract top talent to B.C. right?” Pace said. “So if you’re making $220,000 in Alberta (taxed at 14 per cent) and you’re thinking of
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moving to B.C., probably not a great idea.” While Crompton praised the government’s commitment last year to making Resort Municipality Initiative funding part of its base budget, this year’s edition leaves something to be desired on the tourism side, according to the Tourism Industry Association of BC (TIABC). The association decried a reduction of $850,000 to Destination BC’s annual marketing budget in a press release. “It’s not something that we like to see at any time, let alone this year and in the coming years, particularly since there appears to be a slight softening within the tourism industry,” said TIABC CEO Walt Judas. There is added uncertainty in the industry with respect to the coronavirus, Judas added, pointing to Air Canada’s decision to stop all flights to China, a key market for B.C. tourism. “Tour operators are having to either cancel or postpone some of their client business, so there are implications, and it’s a time now where we hate to cut back on a marketing budget.” Whistler business owners will have a chance to bend the ears of local, provincial and federal elected officials at the Whistler Chamber’s March 18 Advocacy in Action meeting at the Maury Young Arts Centre. MP Patrick Weiler and BC Chamber CEO Val Litwin are slated to attend, as are Sturdy, Crompton and Pace. “We don’t want a script, we want to know what the action’s going to be,” Pace said of the event. “We really want to know what’s going to happen, now and in the future, to support our business community.” Find more info at www.whistlerchamber. com. Read more about B.C.’s provincial budget at bcbudget.gov.bc.ca. n
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Catching up with former WB exec and Revy prez Dave Brownlie FORMER HEAD OF WB DISCUSSES GROUSE MOUNTAIN, FUTURE OF B.C. SKI INDUSTRY, AND THAT PESKY PETITION
BY BRANDON BARRETT IN JANUARY, it was announced that Grouse Mountain had been sold for the second time in less than two years. The difference this time around is the North Vancouver ski resort will be guided, at least in part, by one of the most accomplished names in B.C.’s ski industry, and one that is readily familiar to the resort: former Whistler Blackcomb (WB) CEO Dave Brownlie. Investment firm Northlands Properties Corporation, owned by one of Canada’s richest families in the Gaglardis, closed the deal on Jan. 2 for an undisclosed amount, adding a second ski property to its holdings along with Revelstoke Mountain Resort (RMR), where Brownlie now serves as president. A year and a half since assuming that
role, Pique caught up with the ski executive to discuss Grouse Mountain’s potential, how Revelstoke reminds him of the Whistler of old, and the recent petition—yes, that one—calling for improvements to the ski experience at WB. The following interview has been edited for length and clarity. How will you be involved at Grouse Mountain?
REVELLING IN STOKE Revelstoke Mountain Resort president Dave Brownlie, far right, alongside VP of operations Peter Nielsen, centre, and director of operations Mike Verwey. PHOTO SUBMITTED
BROWNLIE: I’ll play the same role as with Revelstoke, really supporting their management team to grow the business and create a great experience. How would you evolve the experience at Grouse? DB: I think Grouse Mountain is an iconic asset. It’s been around for a long time and it will continue to be around for a
long time. I think it needs some more reinvestment in some of the right things and then we’ll be able to grow our business. The management team has done a great job in identifying the big opportunities. When you step back and look at the access and egress up the mountain, there was a tram that was built in 1966, and the newest one was built in 1976, so there’s a real opportunity to upgrade the lift capacity,
both up and down, that would ultimately make a big difference to visitation. Do you think Grouse has an opportunity to capture more of the regional ski market with Vail Resorts’ emphasis on the Epic Pass and destination skiers? DB: I think Grouse Mountain, Cypress and Seymour always play a role in the Greater
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NEWS WHISTLER Vancouver market in terms of that local, regional marketplace. They have learn-to-ski programs, and getting people to ski in this time-crunched society, where if you don’t ski at night, you can ski midweek, it’s really easy to do, because it’s right there. I think they will continue to play a big role in the ski market going forward. How have things been going at Revelstoke since becoming president? DB: Revelstoke, it truly is an amazing place. Our reputation is certainly growing out there in the North American and, quite frankly, the global ski market. It’s certainly a place that’s on the map where core skiers and riders want to go. When they come to Revelstoke, they’re not disappointed; we’ve got big vertical, we’ve got amazing snow and terrain, it’s an authentic town, and it’s a little bit more rough and rugged and rough around the edges and I think that’s what people are looking for these days. I think we’re actually well positioned for the future, as people look to stretch and go a bit further to seek out that adventure. Revelstoke is also a hub of heli-skiing and cat-skiing and it brings people from all around the world. We’ve been seeing a lot of consolidation in the ski industry recently, but along with that, there seems to be a growing appetite for unique, boutique ski experiences. Do you think Revelstoke is positioned well to meet that demand?
DB: Absolutely. People are looking for the more authentic, boutique, real ski and snowboard mountain experience that we offer. We’re locally owned, Vancouver, B.C.owned and really tied in with working in the community—not only with Revelstoke, but also with Grouse Mountain. I think that’s important as we align with the community, we align with the province and ultimately align with tourism in Canada to make Western Canada a destination for people to come from around the world. I think it’s very cool. The other thing is we’re fortunate because we’re a partner with the other big company out there called Alterra. We’re an Ikon Pass partner and we’re getting a lot of great visitation through that partnership. So we have all the benefits of an independent, local, B.C. ownership but we’re also connected to the big marketing machine that’s driving long-haul destination visitors.
reminds people of Whistler from 10, 15 years ago—
What other ways has the Ikon Pass program benefitted Revelstoke?
I think it’s fair to say that optimism has been missing somewhat in Whistler of late. Have you seen the petition going around calling for improvements to Whistler Blackcomb that has been signed by nearly 10,000 people? What are your thoughts on it?
DB: It started with the Mountain Collective and then Alterra came and they really have a view about partnerships and authenticity and really aligning their resort with the community and the marketplace. That’s why an independent, like ourselves, can fit so well with that portfolio. It’s been a great partnership, we work well together and I think we’re all enjoying the benefits of that. You
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DB: Thirty years ago! Do you see those similarities? DB: The parallels that I see are a whole bunch of young, energetic people moving to Revelstoke, whether they’re single or young families with kids, and they’re so excited to be there and they see nothing but opportunity for the future. It’s super positive with tons of great energy. Everyone is connected to the outdoors and that kind of outdoor mountain culture. It’s very, very prevalent and you can feel it everywhere. There’s so much excitement and enthusiasm and optimism about the future, which is rare. Everyone is working together. It’s where Whistler definitely was back in the day.
DB: Well, you know, it’s a tough one. Certainly my heart goes out to the team at WB. This has undoubtedly been the toughest snow year that I’ve seen in my 30-plus years here. It’s been real tough for the team and I know they have been doing everything they can to
deliver the best possible product. But I don’t think it’s about that. There are other things underlying the angst in the community, and those are things that ultimately can be and should be worked on. (Pique followed up by asking what specific things need to be worked on but Brownlie declined to comment.) Through WB and now Revelstoke, you’ve seen two different sides of B.C.’s ski industry. Where do you see the industry moving to in the future? DB: B.C. is really quite fortunate because of the natural assets that we have in the mountains and in the ski industry. I do think there continues to be a bright future—but we have to continue to work at it. We really have to introduce young people to the opportunities that the outdoors and the mountains provide. The reality is you can see that happening out of Greater Vancouver and the people coming up to the corridor, particularly in the summertime. To me, that’s a good thing. So, as tourism providers and people in that business, how do we provide those opportunities for people to enjoy and gather and touch the outdoors? That’s what we have to figure out … We need to create areas where people can go and handle them effectively and not just let people run amok out there. We need to think that through, put that infrastructure in place and I think, quite frankly, that B.C. can be a leader in that. n
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RMOW proposes day lot parking fee increase RESIDENTS HAVE UNTIL MARCH 12 TO WEIGH IN
BY BRADEN DUPUIS A RECOMMENDATION from the Resort Municipality of Whistler’s (RMOW) Transportation Advisory Group proposes to increase parking rates in Whistler’s day lots. If implemented, the new rates would be $12 per day in lots 1 to 3 (up from $10) and $6 in lots 4 and 5 (up from $5). Day parking rates at the Whistler Public Library and Conference Centre underground are also proposed to increase from $15 to $20. All in, the increases are expected to add $400,000 in annual revenue to put towards the Community Transportation Initiative Fund. “The revenue that we’re hoping to generate with one change is going to feed the other changes,” said general manager of infrastructure James Hallisey at a transportation open house on Feb. 18. “Raising the parking prices in the day lots will raise quite a lot of revenue. We can use that for a whole host of things: for transit, active transportation and some other ideas.” The increases are tentatively scheduled to go into effect in June, pending public
input and council approval this spring. Some of the changes that will be funded via the increase include: cheaper monthly transit passes (from $50 to $45) and spirit transit passes (from $40 to $30); expansion of the high-school transit pass program, which offers free passes to Whistler Secondary School students; increased transit service on the 10 Valley
passes to $40, and expand free summer weekends to include the Thanksgiving weekend. Councillor Ralph Forsyth, who sits on TAG, said he gets the frustration around pay parking, noting that it was one of the key issues that led to his ousting from council in 2011 (along with every other municipal elected official).
“It’s always tough. I know the community hates it.” - RALPH FORSYTH
Express and Cheakamus routes; and expansion of free transit weekends in the summer to include Fridays. Further down the line, the Transportation Advisory Group (TAG) recommends implementing pay parking year-round in lots 4 and 5 (currently only pay parking during summer and winter peak seasons) starting Sept. 16. The change would bring in an additional $100,000, which would be used to further reduce monthly transit
“It’s always tough. I know the community hates it,” Forsyth said, adding that the pay structure is guided by market forces, and an increasingly busy parking lot (the day lots were at full capacity on 28 days in summer 2019, according to the RMOW— up from 12 in 2018 and 10 in 2017). “And that [money] can provide us with so much more transit. I’ve always been a transit sort of skeptic, but you know, when you look at the data and you look at how it takes the cars off the road … it’s hard to
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BATTLING THE BLAZE
An early morning fire engulfed the Black Tusk Community Centre in flames on Saturday,
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Weekend fire destroys Black Tusk Community Centre FIRE CHIEF SAYS BLAZE COULD HAVE BEEN ‘MUCH, MUCH WORSE’ IN SUMMER CONDITIONS
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claimed a community centre on the shores of Pinecrest Lake this weekend—but it could have been much worse, said the Garibaldi Volunteer Fire Department chief. Crews attended the scene of the fire in Black Tusk Village just after 4 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 22 to find the Black Tusk Community Centre “completely engulfed in flames,” said fire chief Dan Ross. No one was in the building at the time. As it turned out, it was a structure Garibaldi firefighters were already familiar with as the site of numerous training exercises in the past. “The situation we rolled up on was a very, very simple thing for me as someone in charge. Not having to affect a rescue or decide how much of somebody’s home you’re going to try and save,” Ross explained. “Everybody knew what to do. Everybody knew exactly where to go. Everybody had been there, done that. It wasn’t long before they dialled down most of the flames—but the place was just caving in on itself.” At press time, the investigation into the cause of the fire was inconclusive, although Ross said it started in the basement. He added that the blaze was contained within 30 minutes and was completely extinguished within a couple hours—but Ross believes things could have been far worse. “There were trees all around it that were half-cooked wood piles,” he said. “If it had happened in the summer, I don’t know how bad it could’ve been but it would’ve been much, much worse.”
Ross said continuing to FireSmart the residential village south of Whistler would go a long way towards protecting it from fire. “Little things like keeping debris away from your house. All those FireSmart pamphlets, all the stuff in there, it does help,” he said. “That house in particular had a lake on one side and train tracks on the other, which would have made a fire break, but it could have gone either north or south towards more homes. It could have been
“Everybody knew what to do. Everybody knew exactly where to go.” - DAN ROSS
quite a challenge.” Ross, who doubles as a Whistler firefighter, said a crew from the resort was the first to respond. Nine of the approximately 25 attending personnel were from Whistler. For the volunteers who attended the blaze, it was a rare opportunity to put their training to good use, said Ross. “It’s great because these guys train, train, train, train and they never see any fires. They finally got one,” he noted. “As far as things to catch on fire, it was almost a best-case scenario. It brought everybody together. We had a practice last night and everybody was pumped. It’s totally going to validate all the training they ever did and it’s going to renew their passion.” n
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Village of Pemberton council discusses local transit sustainability issues COUNCIL BRIEFS: CONTINGENCY SPENDING; INVASIVE SPECIES CONTROL
BY JOEL BARDE A LETTER FROM BC Transit to the Village of Pemberton (VOP) highlighting some serious operational challenges for the community’s local transit service was discussed at the regular council meeting Feb. 25. While outlining the problems, the letter also recommended that the parties involved in transit—the VOP, the Squamish-Lillooet Regional District (SLRD) and the Lil’wat Nation—support a proposal which would see two new Whistler-Transit owned, 24-passenger vehicles put into service, as well as adjusting the current driver labour agreement to address an issue around using non unionized drivers. “The existing Local Service transit is no longer sustainable,” stated the document. “The Operating Company (Whistler Transit Ltd) is unable to continue delivering services in its current form due to the lack of economic viability and associated operational challenges.” Whistler Transit has been contracted by BC Transit to run the Pemberton Local (Route 100) for the past two-and-a-half years, helping to fill an important gap
TRANSIT ISSUES According to BC Transit, the Pemberton Local route is “no longer sustainable” for the contracted operator, Whistler Transit. PHOTO BY JOEL BARDE
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since the community’s local transit service ceased operations. But according to VOP Chief Administrative Officer Nikki Gilmore, the two buses that it uses on the route are in need of replacement and were purchased by Whistler Transit as an interim measure until a more permanent solution could be implemented. “At this point, those vehicles are basically not road worthy for very much longer,” said Gilmore. BC Transit and the VOP are also seeking to address ongoing staffing issues on the route, which have led to last-minute cancellations of service in recent months. The fact that Pemberton local drivers are not required to be unionized presents a challenge when it comes to replacing sick drivers, as those who drive in Whistler are unionized, explained the report. That means that Whistler Transit can only ask, rather than “assign,” unionized drivers to take on the route. After a brief discussion, VOP council decided to support the suggested option set out by BC Transit. The option would cost an additional $73,879 a year, but as Gilmore said, this cost would be split between the VOP, SLRD and Lil’wat Nation if all parties agree to the additional expense. Council also passed a resolution to request the SLRD move forward with a study that would look at improving transit options in the area. The regional district has already set
aside $25,000 for the study, said Mayor Mike Richman.
DOWNTOWN ENHANCEMENT PLAN FINANCIAL UPDATE Council also learned about the extent of the contingency funds needed to complete last year’s downtown enhancement project, which saw significant below- and above-ground upgrades to the VOP’s downtown core. In July, VOP council gave fourth and final reading to a loan authorization bylaw to borrow up to $980,000 to cover the cost of extending and paving the parking lot adjacent the Community Barn, and for the loan to act as a contingency fund for the multi-million-dollar downtown enhancement project. In the end, Gilmore said that about $600,000 was spent on contingency costs, which included extra costs associated with dealing with “contaminated” soil. “With a project of almost $7 million, you’ve got to expect some contingency funds to be used,” said Richman. The enhancement project was funded out of a $5.3-million federal government grant and other grants. Council began discussing ways to pay off that loan—whether it would be preferable to pay it off by exhausting the community’s road reserves or pay it off over a period of five or 20 years. Ultimately, council chose to defer
the discussion to the next regular council meeting (March 10) when staff will present a detailed breakdown of the costs and funding options to council. “We’re contemplating what’s the best and fairest way to pay for that contingency [loan],” said Richman. “Is it long-term borrowing? Is it through reserves? Is it a combination of borrowing and reserves?”
INVASIVE SPECIES CONTROL FUNDING VOP council is supporting a $1,600 donation to the Sea to Sky Invasive Species Council. The Village council decided to support the funding request—which pays for such things as a weed pull with Stewardship Pemberton; Little Saplings program for kids; hosting an information booth at the Pemberton Farmers’ market, and delivering letters to landlords with high-priority invasive plants on their properties—during budget meetings, explained Richman. “Invasive species have been acknowledged as the biggest threat to biodiversity out there,” said Richman, citing goldfish in lakes and Japanese knotweed which “can completely clog up drainage” in wells and water lines, as prime examples. Invasive species are a “huge problem” in the area, said Richman. “I guess you could say that the belief around the table is that this is a necessary expense to keep this work going.” n
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BY JOEL BARDE THE PEMBERTON MEADOWS Fire Association is turning to the community for help. The volunteer fire department launched a fundraising campaign earlier this month in support of a big purchase: A new—albeit used—fire truck. According to John Cipolla—who works as the department’s training officer, having recently retired from a long career with Whistler Fire Rescue Service—the addition would allow the fire department to qualify for “semi-protected status” under the Fire Underwiters Survey, a body used by insurance companies to calculate fire insurance rates. “It will decrease what everybody has to pay for their insurance out here,” said Cipolla, noting the significance of the purchase. The department already has three fire trucks—but they are too old to allow the department to qualify. As of Feb. 24, the department’s fundraiser had raised $12,630 of a $25,000 goal. The department is looking at a range of options in purchasing the new truck, said Cipolla, adding that they range from between $20,000 and $160,000 depending on age and condition. Cipolla said he has been thoroughly impressed with the community’s support of the department’s efforts so far. Previous fundraisers include an event in coordination with The Beer Farmers, a barbecue and homemade apple cider fundraiser, and a chili cook off. The fire department has also recently gained charitable status—an advent that Cipolla hopes results in more donations. “With that in place, hopefully some bigger companies will look at [the cause] and
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Parks advocates lament flat investment in provincial park system STEADY FUNDING LEVELS AMID INCREASED VISITATION NUMBERS COULD RESULT IN REPUTATIONAL DAMAGE TO ‘BEAUTIFUL BRITISH COLUMBIA’ BRAND, SAY ADVOCATES
BY JOEL BARDE DESPITE AN INCREASED media focus on overcrowding and staffing levels at some of the province’s busiest parks, the B.C. government has elected not to increase funding to BC Parks for its upcoming fiscal year. In fact, according to the most recent Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy service plan, the province will downgrade its allocation to the agency from $41.6 million for the 2018-19 fiscal year to $40.7 million for the upcoming fiscal year, ending in March 31. Going forward, this level will be maintained (with a $200,000 increase next year and the following) until the end of the forecast period (2022-23). After accounting for inflation, this represents an additional decrease in funding next year and the year after, according to outdoor advocate Steve Jones. In Jones’ view, the funding levels put B.C.’s reputation as a world-class backcountry destination at risk. “I think we’ve been getting a bit of a free ride for a number of years,” said Jones. “We’ve been taking up any available slack in the system. By this point, there’s no slack left, and as a result, I think we’re going to start to face some real challenges. “If we lose our reputation as a good
CLOSED FOR BUSINESS Parks advocate Steve Jones said increases to BC Parks funding could increase accessibility to places like Nairn Falls Provincial Park, which is gated in the winter. PHOTO BY JOEL BARDE
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place to visit, it will unfortunately take a very long time to turn that around.” Jones added that the province intends to continue to grow its tourism sector, with Destination BC setting a target of six-percent tourism-industry growth for each of the next three years (see related provincial budget story on page 20-21). “I just don’t know if we’re going to continue to maintain that kind of aggressive year-over-year growth if we don’t continue to invest in the types of basic infrastructure that people need to visit our region,” said Jones. A recent flashpoint in the parks funding saga has revolved around access to the Rubble Creek Trailhead, which is used to access Garibaldi Lakes Provincial Park. The province traditionally plows the first half a kilometre of the Daisy Lake Road. (which leads to the trailhead) in order to provide access to a BC Hydro facility. In years past, the public has been able to park along the side of the plowed section of the road, and then walk up to the trailhead. Yet earlier this month, the province installed “no parking” signs along the plowed section. Outdoor groups, including UBC’s Varsity Outdoor Club, are working on possible solutions to this issue—but the situation has created challenges for people looking to access the provincial park. “Parks have no money to plow the road, [and] we don’t really have many options right now for getting into the park,” said Jones, adding that staff does the best it can with limited resources. In Jones’ view, the issue is indicative of larger problems with accessibility. Brandywine Falls Provincial Park is
currently gated, and Nairn Falls Provincial Park is also gated, with only limited parking outside, he said. Moreover, popular Joffre Lakes Provincial Park—which has been a focal point of the conversation around overcrowding—is not able to accommodate demand at current service levels, said Jones. “[BC Parks is] just plowing this small overflow lot with about room for 15 vehicles, so tons of people are hoping to get out there and then finding out there’s nowhere to park,” he said. Tori Ball of the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS) British Columbia said that she was quite “alarmed” with the budget when it comes to BC Parks. She said the agency is already strapped for resources to fill its mandate and ensure that ecological integrity is ensured in the parks system. “Without a significant investment, BC Parks won’t be able to fulfill its mandate to protect the ecological integrity of our protected areas and provide safe recreation,” she said. BC Parks visitation rates have risen steadily over the last five years, from about 25 million visits in the 2014-15 fiscal year to just over 26 million in 2018-19, according to BC Parks. “As we see visitation rise, [BC Parks] needs to have a strong presence and infrastructure to deal with the booming tourism, especially in regions like the Sea to Sky and Lower Mainland,” said Ball. The province isn’t BC Parks’ sole source of funding. The agency also draws from the Park Enhancement Fund, which is funded through the sale of BC Parks licence plates
and donations. In 2019, this fund was at $9.8 million, and in 2020-21 is $9.5 million, said Ball. BC Parks also benefits from the BC Parks Foundation, the official charitable partner of BC Parks. BC Parks Foundation CEO Andrew Day declined to directly comment on the forthcoming funding levels, but he did note that parks contribute positively to mental health and economic prosperity. “There’s a ton to be gained by investing in park systems,” said Day, adding that the BC Parks Foundation is set to raise just over $5 million for the current fiscal year. “[There is] a very well-documented and well-established relationship between the value that parks [create] when you invest in them properly.” According to a statement from the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy, BC Parks continues to work on visitor-use management strategies and other measures to manage increased visitation in the corridor in coordination with First Nations partners. Changes introduced at Joffre Lakes Provincial Park include the expansion of parking lot and investment in new toilet facilities, hiring of traffic control (flaggers) during peak visitation seasons, and a pilot project adding a shuttle bus for alternative transportation to the park. At Garibaldi Provincial Park, backcountry camping sites were increased in Helm Creek campground, and the parking lot in Rubble Creek was doubled in size. Also, Alice Lake Provincial Park saw “capital facility improvement, included building a new toilet and shower facility,” read the statement. n
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Pipeline actions signal need for true reconciliation ACTIONS BY AND IN support of the Wet’suwet’en land defenders are as much about government failure to resolve issues around Indigenous rights and title as they are about pipelines and gas. Some Wet’suwet’en hereditary chiefs and their people are defending their rights to traditional practices, clean air and water and a healthy environment. They say the Coastal GasLink pipeline threatens those rights. The $6-billion pipeline, to ship fracked gas 670 kilometres from Dawson Creek to Kitimat for liquefying and export, is part of a heavily subsidized, $40-billion
BY DAVID SUZUKI LNG Canada project owned by Royal Dutch Shell, Mitsubishi Corporation, and stateowned Petronas (Malaysia), PetroChina and Korea Gas Corporation. The hereditary chiefs suggested an alternative route, but the pipeline company nixed it as too costly. The company and government point to support from elected chiefs and councils along the pipeline route, many of which have signed benefit-sharing agreements as a way to gain much-needed money for their communities. But, as Judith Sayers (Kekinusuqs), University of Victoria adjunct professor from the Hupačasath First Nation, writes in the Tyee, “Neither the elected chief and band councils that support the pipeline, nor the federal or provincial governments, nor Coastal GasLink ever obtained the consent of the Wet’suwet’en hereditary chiefs and their supporters.” That’s partly because governments have failed to resolve issues around Indigenous rights and title, unless forced to after lengthy court battles, as with the 1997 Delgamuukw decision and the 2014 Tsilhqot’in decision, which recognized Indigenous title over unceded territories. Perhaps governments are afraid that Indigenous rights and title would infringe on massive resource development schemes, although, under the previous decisions, they can still approve such projects as long as they can justify them and engage meaningfully with Indigenous titleholders. If the principles set out in the Truth and Reconciliation report, the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and court decisions are to have meaning, both levels of government must resolve issues around Indigenous rights and title and respect for Indigenous law. One complication is that few people truly understand Indigenous governance systems. As Sayers writes, “The Wet’suwet’en were never defeated in a war, never surrendered their lands and never entered into a treaty.” Hereditary chiefs have jurisdiction over traditional territories, whereas elected chiefs and councils have authority on reserves. Elected band councils are an outcome of the
1876 Indian Act (and its precursors), enacted in part to destroy traditional governance systems and laws. Some see the hereditary systems through a colonial lens—as monarchy or divine right—but they’re much more representative and consensus-based than many realize. Now that actions have spread across the country, blocking rail lines, bridges, roads and ports, complaints about inconvenience and disruption are rife. But colonial society has been inconveniencing and disrupting Indigenous lives for hundreds of years. Now the RCMP, acting on behalf of extractive industries and government, are forcing Wet’suwet’en off their own territory. Politicians rant about “protesters holding the economy hostage.” But Canada has held Indigenous people hostage up until the last residential school closed in 1996—and longer through an unfair foster care system. Recent actions are also calling attention to rapidly expanding-fossil fuel development during a climate crisis, and the problems that come with giant resource projects, including violence against women. The Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls found direct links between extractive industries, “man camps” and increased violence against Indigenous women. They also put a spotlight on society’s failure to respect the knowledge, laws and traditions of the people who have been here since time immemorial.
“The Wet’suwet’en were never defeated in a war, never surrendered their lands ...” - JUDITH SAYERS
All Canadians should learn about Indigenous history and culture. We need to move beyond our narrow, extractivist, endless-growth mindset. The colonial worldview is failing us. We’re in a climate crisis, yet governments and industry are hell-bent on tearing up the landscape with fracking, immense oilsands mines, seismic lines, access roads and forestry to reap quick profits by selling it all to other countries. We need to realize that we have more to learn from Indigenous Peoples than they from us. Governments must work with Indigenous Peoples to resolve issues around rights and title where treaties haven’t been signed and honour the treaties that have been. Until then, major resource projects that potentially infringe on these should be put on hold. David Suzuki is a scientist, broadcaster, author and co-founder of the David Suzuki Foundation. Written with contributions from David Suzuki Foundation Senior Editor and Writer Ian Hanington. n
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Long journey of the Ainu AS WE WALK , fresh snow swirls deep around Kengo-san’s boots and the hem of his tunic. One minute he wields his long
BY LESLIE ANTHONY staff like a sprightly Gandalf out for a speed-walk; the next, he reaches it up to pull down branches, demonstrating how, in more verdant seasons, he might bring fruit and nuts into reach. He also points it at noteworthy plants: the bark of this birch is shredded for fire starter; this vine yields woven bags, headbands, clothing; the Katsura tree’s strong, light softwood is carved into bowls, chopping blocks, dugout canoes, paddles. Kengo even taps his staff on the faded purple flower of an interpretive panel. Aconite, he says, highly toxic. His people once used it to tip weapons for hunting large animals like deer, brown bear, even whales. He seems pleased to report this ingenuity. “Are the bears sleeping now?” someone asks as we slog onward. “I sure hope so,” says Kengo, a wry smile raising his eyeglasses. As we approach the shoreline of Lake Akan in eastern Hokkaido, the forest thins and Kengo pauses again. With a muddy
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hotspring bubbling behind, he explains the reason for a small exclosure beside the trail: inside, plants that grow only on this volcanic hotspot are protected from browsing deer, reestablishing habitat for a rare cricket that lives off them. Kengo, a woodcutter by trade, comes by his deep understanding of nature honestly. His heritage is Ainu—the original Indigenous people of northern Japan. Like their distant cousins, First Nations of the Pacific Northwest, the Ainu hunted in thick forests, fished salmon from raging rivers, and gathered what land and sea provided. This nature-dependent lifestyle yielded profound animistic beliefs in which everything—mountains, valleys, seas, fire, wind, animals, plants, tools, clothes—were manifestations of kamuy (gods or spirits) taking on that form. Respect and gratitude were at the core of these beliefs; in fact, the Ainu have a powerful ceremony that commemorates all species that have gone extinct—and begs forgiveness for it. Anthropologically, Ainu have the most restricted distribution of all east-Asian subgroups, once occupying only the southern part of Sakhalin Island, the Kurils, Hokkaido and the northern reaches of Honshu. The unique Ainu language has no written counterpart; nevertheless, fully 90 per cent of place names on Hokkaido are derived from it. With Japan annexing Hokkaido in 1869, it has only been part of that country for 150 years. Annexation came with the expected colonial imperatives of resource exploitation and assimilation; it also came with marginalization, discrimination, and cultural
dismissal. In fact, officials long tried to obfuscate the Ainu’s existence—so effectively that to this day, many Japanese know little or nothing of their existence. Thankfully this has changed over recent decades and the Ainu are undergoing a cultural revival and elevation of status. The total remaining population of “pure” Ainu is thought to be around 17,000. At Lake Akan, an Ainu Kotan (settlement) of 36 residences contains about 120 people. They survive on the sale of popular traditional crafts—intricate wood carvings chief among them. In the upper part of the Kotan, beyond carved poles reminiscent of Canada’s coastal First Nations, the traditional home of a four to five-person family has been recreated for visitors. Inside this pon cise (small house) one can see quotidian tools, cooking and fermenting items, and functional daily clothing like gaiters, headbands, and boots of bark, fur, and salmon skin. Ainu clothing worn only on special occasions such as festivals is boldly decorative, displaying regionally unique patterns rendered in cutouts and embroidery, passed down from mother to daughter. Like many indigenous decorations, these represent a visual language, whose curves and kinks comprise real beings of the animistic world, linked in patterns to either invite or ward off spirits. Assimilation policies that changed the hunting, gathering, and fishing lifestyle of these people also prohibited the speaking of their language. Only a century ago, all Ainu knew their mother tongue, an ability that has fallen to less than one per cent—a precipitous decline putting Ainu on the endangered-
language list. (Of the 7,000 or so languages still spoken worldwide, one dies every two weeks; with a starting number near 9,000, we’ve entered a time of accelerated attrition.) Back at the lake, after a short traditional Ainu prayer ceremony to thank the kamuy (he did not grow up speaking Ainu, but had to learn it), Kengo now explains, in English, another local natural phenomenon—moss balls, or marimo. A green algae that occurs in high-latitude lakes across the Northern Hemisphere, marimo can, depending on local conditions, exhibit one of three growth forms: attached (strands), free-floating (plankton), or colonial aggregate. Lake Akan, fed by geothermal hot springs, is the only habitat in the world where aggregation-type marimo grows in perfect, preternatural spheres up to volleyball size. To celebrate their uniqueness, shops in town make green tofu balls, candy, and other trinkets. They also make owls in every size, shape and configuration to celebrate the local raptor. Blakiston’s Fish Owl is Japan’s largest species—an enormous bird. The Ainu name is kotankor kamuy—the spirit that protects. As our van heads back to town after our walk with Kengo, we spy one of these guardian deities sitting prominently and knowingly in a tree, looking down on the road. As part of a cultural tour of Hokkaido, Leslie visited the Lake Akan Ainu with Trū Adventure Travel. 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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“Every farm has its own personality,” says Amy
Norgaard, a soil science student at the University of British Columbia, and former farmhand and market manager with Ice Cap Organics. Her two-year-long Master’s thesis, which she will defend in late spring, required her to travel between 18 different organic farms across southwest B.C., the Pemberton Valley, the Fraser Valley and Vancouver Island’s Comox Valley, to collate data about nutrients and soil amendments. At first, she thought this was going to give her the golden key to running the Ur-Farm, the perfect organic system, as she compiled tips and best practices from all the farms she was visiting and researching. But what she discovered is, there is no homogeny in small-scale, mixed-vegetable organic farming. And the idiosyncracies, in contrast to Big Ag’s monotony, work. “I’m working with this very niche group and yet none of these farms look the same!” she exclaims.
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“It’s super offensive to a soil scientist to call it dirt, because dirt is inert. There’s no life in dirt. But soil is life.”- Amy Norgaard Norgaard is an endearing combination of exuberance and intensity when she’s talking about her passions, of which snowboarding, soil and the tastiness of Pemberton-grown vegetables rank high. Now 27, she grew up in Merritt, hunting with her dad, and ripping around the mountain at Apex. She loved animals, worked at the local vet clinic, kept chickens as part of her 4H club program and captained every sports team she played on. She studied kinesiology for a while and hated it, took a season off to live in Whistler and snowboard every day and spent summers firefighting. Then, she stumbled into a soil science
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FEATURE STORY “Soil is the basis of life,” she says. “This around. It’s amazing.” thin layer of topsoil we have on Earth is It took some time to find the balance, the medium for everything we depend on. between pouring everything into getting Literally. For food and forests, for carbon the farm going, and making time for cycles, for everything else it does like themselves, for family. Ten years in, it’s filter and hold water, and cycle nutrients. manageable. But it’s still exciting, because Literally, without soil we wouldn’t have a the only constant is not-knowing. “You’re medium for decomposition.” And it’s one- constantly making decisions,” says Delaney. metre thin—akin to a single cellular layer “What amendments you’re using, what you of skin on our bodies. And like our skin, it’s plant where, how you’ll harvest different holding everything together. “Civilizations things, what tillage equipment you’re going rise and fall with their soil management. to use. You’re doing it so constantly, and It’s considered a finite resource in relation every decision has such weight in terms to our human lifespan.” of outcomes, that you really feel you are The goal is not to measure soil quality, part of the process. You’re connected to the but orient towards soil health. Health is an ground. If I go out there and it’s time to start important reframe, because soil is living. planting, and I till up a bunch of land too “It’s super offensive to a soil scientist to call early and make it all crumbly and into little it dirt, because dirt is inert. There’s no life balls of mud, by making that one wrong in dirt. But soil is life.” decision I’m going to totally affect the And as much as a farm is a product of fertility of that soil, and I’ve done that and its landscape and its soil health, it’s also a seen what happens.” The farm becomes reflection of the personality of its farmers, a literal manifestation of their intentions, and the values and intentions they pour decisions, and actions, for better and worse. into it, liquidized as sweat. One year, late in May, Delaney hiked up the ridge above Ice Cap Organics and looked down. He saw it suddenly, not as a manifestation of hundreds of decisions and learnings and missteps and logistics, but as a creative work, a personal expression of the two of them. It’s their version of marching for the climate. When I first met Delaney and Alisha Zayac, “Being an organic small-scale farmer, they had one season under their belt running in some ways, is being a radical activist,” Ice Cap Organics, their mixed-vegetable reflects Delaney. “It actually has more of organic farm. They’d just bought an old a tangible impact on community and on house on two hectares in the Pemberton ecosystem than protesting at the anti-world Valley between the Lillooet and Miller Rivers, trade. I support that, too. I want to see and had a baby. Having tree-planted and change. I want to see big change in the run tree-planting crews for the last decade, world. We both do.” they knew how to work hard. They’d read When they were in university, they Vandana Shiva, the legendary food security realized that more than running around activist, and Shiva’s writing prompted Alisha and talking about change, they wanted to to transfer out of marine biology and into be the change. They wanted to put their agroecology. An internship with Helmers life’s work into something that manifested Organic Farm had put Pemberton on her positive progress. radar. But at the beginning, it all seemed like “Farming was a way to align with our a high-stakes gamble. Their five-year goal values,” says Alisha. “As soon as I started was ambitious, and yet not: they wanted to farming, I realized, this is actually enough.” still be farming, and to work out how to have But it’s not just a one-day march, one day off a week. after which you get to leave your signs Fast forward to 2020. Would they tell in the gutter and go home. Small-scale their younger selves to change course, and organic farming is an all-in business—a try an easier life? complex one to operate at the level of “Definitely not!” says Delaney. intimacy that two hectares and a family “No!” echoes Alisha. “The other way operation demand. “Farming isn’t just a
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“our success is also everyone else’s success. If the other farms in the valley can’t thrive and be successful as humans and enterprises, that reflects on our ability to achieve success, too.” - Kerry McCann manufacturing business where you get 1,000 parts made in China and ship them over and sell them,” says Delaney. “You are actually producing. You’re managing the production on the farm, you’re managing sales, you’re managing all the systems— the irrigation system, soil-health system, greenhouse system, staff.” Ice Cap Organics plant, weed and harvest mostly everything by hand, pay fair wages and use farming practices that make the ecosystem healthier and more diverse. On their website, they explain the value their community-supported-agriculture (CSA) subscribers get when they sign up for a season (20 weeks) of harvest boxes. “It is cheaper to grow a head of lettuce on a 500-acre mono-crop lettuce farm in California with poorly paid migrant workers, massive capital infrastructure and harvesting equipment.” But, because buying direct from the farmer eliminates the middlemen in the supply chain, a consumer pays about the same. So the question is not just what are you having for dinner, tonight, but what system do you want to invest in? What world do you want to help manifest? Charles Massy, author of Call of the Reed
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Warbler, and a leading voice for regenerative organic agriculture—the use of farming to tend the soil and nurture living systems, rather than exploit, poison and deplete them as industrial monocropping tends to do—says regenerative agriculture is nearly two-and-a-half times better at burying carbon in the ground than anything else. “I see it as one of the very best solutions for global warming,” said Massy in a recent visit to Patagonia’s Ventura headquarters. “Since the Second World War, we humans have destabilized nearly all of the natural systems. We’re destabilizing things to the point where our own survival will become an issue. Yet because everything is integrated in a healthy system, with regenerative agriculture, there are all these positive knockon effects—we store more water, we stop erosion, we encourage biodiversity. And it’s not just farmers that can get into this. The regenerative agriculture movement will only work when their products are supported by the urban community. It’s a two-way partnership and together we can really start addressing some of these major challenges tipping us towards [extinction].” The Zayacs can attest to how much
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more embedded in the climate and landscape they feel since starting their farm. “There’s something about just staying in one place and working the same land, for year upon year upon year,” reflects Delaney. “A big part of our being is invested in this ground here.” They’re also embedded in the community in a way they weren’t before. Explains Alisha: “Before the farm, we were part of lots of little bubbles, but here, you’re farming, harvesting your vegetables, putting your vegetables in the truck, taking them to people in Vancouver.” It’s an intimate, hand-to-hand transaction. She can easily imagine their customers cooking up dinner for friends later that night. Delaney says that, with a couple hundred people visiting them at market, he can mostly remember each face. It feels like mycelium, the exquisite interconnected branches of fungi that make soil healthy, through which plants communicate and share nutrients—a living network. It’s deeply meaningful. And yet, it’s constantly humbling. “Little things happen all the time to let you know you don’t have it all figured out,” says Delaney. “Farming is
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As small, mixed-vegetable organic farms have sprung up in Pemberton, the growers have had to work out how to microtarget within the regional market—selling to restaurants versus Vancouver markets versus Squamish and Whistler markets— so they’re not competing directly with each other. “This farming gig is hard enough,” says Kerry McCann and Andrew Budgell, farming partners at Laughing Crow Organics, “without stepping on one another’s toes. We are in competition, even though all our businesses are slightly different. But our success is also everyone else’s success. If the other farms in the valley can’t thrive and be successful as humans and enterprises, that reflects on our ability to achieve success, too. Everyone is pretty good at finding their specialty and overlapping as little as possible.” Laughing Crow started eight years ago in a leased front field on Meadows Road on “a tight budget and a lot of hope.” They expanded each season, thanks to a Trojan work ethic and landowners Scott Lattimer and Lynne Menzel, who were willing to support their vision. It was exhausting, but the vision was strong: create a livelihood
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“There’s something about just staying in one place and working the same land, for year upon year upon year. A big part of our being is invested in this ground here.”- Delaney Zayac that would give back to the community, allow them to work for themselves, and not create a burden for the future generation to inherit. Last April, they moved their operation to 2.4 leased hectares at the Millers’ farm, which meant relocating and re-installing all their infrastructure— greenhouses, irrigation, washing and packing stations—from scratch, just as planting season was underway. On the plus side, it meant being able to tap into decades of farming know-how and the Millers’ intimate familiarity with the subtleties of the ground that Kerry and Andrew were now working. Not to mention, Bruce and Brenda Miller pioneered some of the first CSA mixed vegetable harvest box offerings in Pemberton almost 15 years ago. With the Millers’ newest farm experiment, the wildly successful Beer Farmers, having turned their new address into a destination, it made sense for Laughing Crow to try their hand at agritourism, so last season, they set up an honour stand, planted out a huge maze of sunflowers and grew what would become known as “The Grand Majestic Pumpkin Patch of Pemberton.” Of course, it was all an experiment. “We had a moment in July,” reflects McCann, “when we thought the sunflowers were going to bloom too early.” In their nightmares, the stunted maze would have suited only toddlers, but as it turned out, the sunflowers exploded into the most Instagrammed, beloved and feted event of the summer. “It turned out to be far more amazing than we anticipated. Neither of us had ever been in a field of flowers that big. The spectacle was really wonderful to be around and walk through. On top of the general beauty, the reaction from the community was really awesome. Everyone was so happy. It was infectious.” It felt like a win, to not only feed
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loaded with bees will crank up the urgency knob the next time someone is faced with the hard data on how we are endangering these very things,” says Budgell, “maybe in different a way than reading something on the internet or attending a climate march in Vancouver. Humans are always far more likely to protect what they feel connected to. Plus, what better way to build community than to meet up at a local farm brewery, on a local farm, chat with your local buddies and farmers and go home with some local food from the farm stand?”
Feeding the soil, feeding the world people through farming, but also be able to entertain and educate. “We know firsthand how thought-provoking it is to wander through the fields, to appreciate the plants and wonder about the food, the soil and the bugs,” says Budgell. Often their day will start or end with a walk around the fields, taking notes to create the next day’s to-do list. Inviting people onto the land itself— school groups, families, pumpkin hunters and sunflower lovers—was a way that Laughing Crow thought they could grow not just food, but activists and allies of the Earth and soil, as well. “We’d like to think that a visit to our farm and a wander through a field of sunflowers
Project Drawdown makes the case for taking up your knife and fork for the climate. “The world cannot be fed unless the soil is fed.” At least half of the carbon in the Earth’s soil has been released into the atmosphere over the past centuries. Putting it back, through regenerative agriculture, is one of the greatest opportunities to address human health, climate health and the financial well-being of farmers. One thing Amy Norgaard can say with certainty, having dug deep into soil health for the past two years, is that the Pemberton Valley hit paydirt when it came to soil. “You’re sitting on an amazing expanse of soils, which is a really valuable resource, not only for food production but
for the ecosystem services that farmlands provide to society.” Don’t squander it, she urges. “It’s important for those soils to be managed well. That is often more expensive for the farmer, so as consumers, we need to be willing to pay for that land stewardship. We have to allow for the food to cost more. If farming isn’t a viable occupation, then those lands won’t be used for farming. Those beautiful meadows will become billionaires’ playgrounds and vacation homes.” When regenerative farming is economically viable, Norgaard concludes, farmers do the hard work of protecting and stewarding the resource. It’s probably the yummiest way of contributing to positive climate action. Earth activism needs fighters, warriors, protestors, policy makers, lobbyists, dreamers, repairers, regenerators. It needs us all. And as much, if not more, than anything else, it needs people to stand for the planet who know the smell of dirt under their nails, of sun on their skin and sweat on their brow, who know the joy of planting a seed and tending it, and harvesting it when it transforms into fecund and vibrant life. It needs us to sustain and nourish ourselves and each other, and to gather around tables of fresh healthy food, just plucked from the bed, still trailing the heat of the sun. It needs us to be attuned to the rhythms and cycles of the seasons. It needs us to know, with a deep cellular knowing, that even when you can’t see it, the life force is thrumming within, just waiting for the conditions to be right, just waiting for the right ally to come along. And that is how you can eat your planet whole again. The formula is simple: Soil is life. Support those who keep it healthy. And by way of return on your investment, they’ll keep you healthy too. ■
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IMAGINE A DESTINATION where cyan waters meet cerulean skies, and throw in a handful of fluffy white cumulus clouds scudding overhead. Picture dramatic karst outcroppings soaring hundreds of metres vertically from the sea. Add iconic sea gypsies plying the waters in timeless traditional wooden dories and you have arrived in Pha Nga Bay, Thailand. “Give me an hour,” I said to my friend Detlef Dirksen as we parked at Khlong Khian Pier, north of Phuket Island. He simply pulled his kayak off the rack, tucked his gear inside and wandered off while I assembled my Feathercraft collapsible. Pha Nga Bay National Park is iconic for the dramatic karst limestone landscape and famous for its “hongs” (rooms), entered via cave passages that open to colossal chambers walled by sheer cliffs open to the sky above. Although full of day-tripping tourists, late afternoons and early mornings are conceded to the few yachties and kayakers. Phanak Island is our first stop, exploring two of the three surreal hongs yet watching the tide carefully to avoid
4 being trapped inside. As this is Det’s first sea kayak trip, I highlight the importance of understanding tides to conserve energy, avert long walks across extensive mudflats and ensure you don’t wake up to discover your kayak missing. Welcoming park staff on nearby Yai Island offer a place to camp, a freshwater shower and, as is Thai custom, food. Over a spicy noodle dish, one ranger said he had been there more than 25 years. North is James Bond Island where The Man with the Golden Gun was filmed in 1974. Forever crawling with tourists fighting for a selfie, it’s best to observe from offshore. After watching the spectacle, we paddle east to Mak Island, outside the park and off the tourist radar. Friendly residents greet us as we set up camp near the pier and head to a nearby restaurant to savour Kaeng Som (curry), the signature southern dish. Next morning, a gentle breeze and slack tide make for a relaxed crossing to uninhabited Chong Lat Island. Paddling south along the cliffs lining the west side, I poke into a hole and discover an opening. We don headlights and paddle several hundred metres through a large tunnel, reaching a massive underground
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6 room. Beaching the kayaks, we wander about and identify another tunnel that continued further. Wary of the rising tide, we exit, finding a secluded beach camp at the southern tip. Eastward, a 122-m high limestone ridge juts eight kilometres into the bay and we are thrilled to find the perfect crescentshaped beach at the southern tip for a break. Too early to call it a day, we snake through a string of small islands southward to Hong Island, Krabi. Famous for its white sand beach and massive hong, we watch hundreds of day trippers stop long enough for selfie, a beer and race off to the next attraction. The rangers allow us to camp and as the sun sets, the only sign of life on the now barren beach was a massive monitor lizard lumbering slowly in the sand. Pha Nga Bay is divided roughly in half by Yao Yai and Yao Noi islands and the two deepest sections of the Bay extend like tongues along both sides of them. Tide and wind here often create formidable crossings, but a gentle following breeze pushed us to the east side of Yao Yai Island on a slack tide. Exploring empty beaches, bathing in freshwater streams flowing from the mountains, we select an isolated beach to camp. A local fisherman popped out of the jungle and chatted before inviting us to join the family for a meal. Nothing tops a Thai homecooked meal with its multiple dishes and flavours. Rounding the southern tip of Yao Yai Island, we run up the west side, stopping at more empty beaches before calling in at Boi Yai Island. Home to some of the most genial park rangers on the west coast of Thailand, I have been here before and they remember me and ask about my other paddling friend. As often happens, they invite us to a mouth-
Born in the Smith family farmhouse on July 12, 1918 Marion passed away peacefully at Hilltop House in Squamish on Monday, January 13, 2020.
Marion’s earlier years were spent working on her family farm in Sanctuary Saskatchewan. At age 15 Marion’s mother was conined to a wheelchair with Rheumatoid arthritis. Marion took over tending to farmwork as well as caring for her mother until her parents retired to Calgary. There Marion met and married Howard Ayers on August 3, 1949. They lived in Vancouver where Marion worked as a chocolate dipper. In 1962 Marion and Howard moved to the Pemberton Valley to farm with their four children. Marion contributed to her community working with the United Church Women’s group catering for community events. She acted as Pemberton’s “Welcoming Committee” for a time. Marion enjoyed being creative and for many years decorated cakes for birthdays, weddings and other special occasions. Marion faithfully committed to weekly exercise classes and often instructed the class. One of her fellow itness class members commented, “Not everyone gets a 95 years young instructor!” Marion valued her friendships and often organized group birthday luncheons with friends. Marion enjoyed her independence, driving daily to “town” into her 90s to enjoy a cup of “half and half coffee” with friends and family. Marion was well known for her stylish hats she always wore.
6. SUNSETS CAN BE INCREDIBLE AT PHA NGA BAY. 7. ENJOYING SOME HELP FROM A LOCAL FISHERMAN NEAR THE BAY. 8. LIMESTONE CLIFFS AT PHANG NGA.
Marion is predeceased by her husband Howard Ayers and her son Grant Ayers. She is survived by her daughter Brenda McLeod (Geoff), son Myron Ayers, son Lyle Ayers, and daughter-in-law Karen Ayers. Marion’s grandchildren (Brenda) Kirsten, Cara, Kori, Megan (Myron) Shane, Ryan, Sarah (Grant) Brandon, Shelby (Lyle) Todd, Amy, Calvin will cherish their many wonderful memories. Marion’s (GG’s) 14 great grandchildren were blessed to know and love their GG making her pictures, cards and giving her lots of hugs. A tribute to Marion will be held at the Pemberton Community Church on March 8, 2020 at 2:00 pm followed by a get together at the Pemberton Legion Branch #201.
Sea to Sky watering meal of fresh steamed fish, crab, curry and rice. Waiting for the correct tide, we cross comfortably to the southern end of Koh Phanak and on to the mainland to conclude our circuit. “Give me an hour,” I said to Det, “so I can take my boat apart.” “No worries,” he replied, “Gives me time to burn those images into my memory. Pha Nga perfection.” For more of Tim’s paddling adventures, search www.piquenewsmagazine.com n
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Synchro team medals in debut WHISTLER SKATING CLUB ENJOYING BANNER YEAR, BUT WORRIED ABOUT ICE TIME
BY DAN FALLOON THE WHISTLER SKATING Club is emphasizing the true meaning of team with its recent program additions. The club attended its first synchronized skating competition, the West Coast Challenge Synchronized Skating Competition in Delta, with both of its entries medalling in the Feb. 15 event. The pre-juvenile team, the Whistler Crystallites, earned a silver medal while the adult squad, the Whistler Mountain Edges, came away with bronze. Club skating director Dianne Diamond explained that the sport requires all members to be in sync, from their heads and hands to their hips and legs. “It’s a very different way of skating. There are different elements that are required. They might not be the jumps and spins, but when you get to the really senior level, the dance level in synchro, the spins and the jumps are built in to the expectations of the program,” she said. “At our level, synchro skating is a team [sport]. You have to have beautiful edges, beautiful turns, really technically solid skating skills. “It really builds on that and the emphasis on that.” Edges team member Shelagh Thiessen was proud of the team’s result. Thiessen grew up figure skating, joined the club as a coach with the Learn to Skate program, and jumped at the chance to join the synchro team when it was founded in September
CRYSTAL CLEAR The Whistler Crystallites at
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2018. With her junior club in eastern B.C., Thiessen grew up taking part in “precision” skating, a similar idea to synchro, though it featured club members ranging from eight to 18 years old. The experience is different as an adult, Thiessen said, though the feeling of camaraderie and working toward a common goal still remains. “It’s a little different getting back to it as an adult. Your skills are still there but they’re not as refined as when you skate all the time,” she said. “There’s that change, and a little bit of how your body moves changes as you get older.” In that first year, the group— which fluctuated between seven and 10 members—focused on putting together a performance for the club’s winter show in advance of Christmas, but this year, eyed taking on a competition for the first time. After the first winter show, interest picked up and members started recruiting, then held an open house in September. At that point, the skaters divided into two groups—the Edges and adult skating skills section, with eight on the team and between eight and 10 in the skills group. “After our winter show in December, we checked with our group of skaters on the team to see if anybody felt that they would want to do a competition so the nerves weren’t too bad,” Thiessen said. “We figured we’d try it because we really didn’t have anything to lose. It was more [about] personal development.” There was one problem, however, as a competitive team requires that teams have between eight and 16 skaters, but the Whistler group had just six. The squad was allowed to skate as a demonstration for feedback, but would have gotten one performance instead of the two allowed in
competition. In late January, however, two Squamish athletes put their names forward. “Three weeks before the competition, we were busy teaching our new teammates and trying to get things ready for competition,” Thiessen said. As for the youth team, co-captain Nana Matsunaga was proud of how the Crystallites performed en route to silver in its debut. Serving in the captain’s role with Daniela Legate, Matsunaga acknowledged that it was difficult but fun to take on the added responsibilities. “As captain, we have to call out numbers and we have to make sure everyone’s doing the right steps and they’re on the right timing,” she said. “It was a good experience. “I enjoyed it a lot. I was telling everyone we could do it, synchronized together, and they would listen.” Diamond was enthused to see how well the two groups fared. “They performed beautifully, both teams,” she said. “It was a good start.” Diamond said the synchro clubs are part of a larger Skate Canada initiative to expand adult skating opportunities nationwide, with the chance for even beginner skaters to prove their mettle on the national and international levels. The major roadblock, especially here in Whistler, is how the adult athletes would make the needed progress with just one hour of ice time per week. With the junior skaters staying in the sport longer and reaching new heights, there’s demand for ice time there, while, of course, hockey lays claim to a significant share of available access as well. “[Competing at higher levels is] in discussion; it’s just that we need a second ice pad,” she said. “We’re missing so many opportunities by not having a second pad.
“It’s holding us back from really developing that program. Our young skaters are just excelling and our club is growing from CanSkate all the way up to our senior competitive skaters.” Thiessen said the club’s first competition opened members’ eyes to available opportunities and gave them a sense of where the team might get to one day. “We’re excited after that day, watching all the levels of other teams compete,” she said. “I think I can speak for the rest of the team that we’re keen to go back. “I think doing some more competitions would be fantastic.” The Edges, who train from 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. on Thursdays, still have room for eight more members, and anyone interested should reach out to info@whistlerskating.ca. “Now’s the perfect time because we are starting to think about next year’s program and preparing it for the competitions next year,” Diamond said. “You don’t have to be a phenomenal previous champion. You just have to be someone who loves to skate and wants to be involved on the synchro team.” Earlier in the month, the club experienced plenty of individual successes as a dozen members competed at WinterSkate in Delta from Feb. 1 to 3. Legate led the way with a first-place finish in the under-13 Star 4 girls’ group while Teia Povoden took third in the same category. As well, Ethan Adanac won his first gold in Star 3 boys and he’s now looking to advance to Star 4. By season’s end, Diamond expects there to be four or five Whistler members on the provincial development team, joining Matsunaga. “The kids are on fire in terms of passion. They’re so inspired and it’s great,” she said. “There’s buckets of talent.” n
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Clark earns BC Winter Games gold SEA TO SKY NORDICS’ LOWE SNAGS TRIO OF SILVERS
BY DAN FALLOON SEA TO SKY NORDICS members had a successful showing at the BC Winter Games in Fort St. John from Feb. 20 to 23. Whistler’s Ryan Clark and Squamish’s Jojo Ng got in on the gold rush by finishing first in the boys’ biathlon team relay competition. “It felt pretty good. I worked very, very hard for this,” Clark said. “It felt really good to be with [Ng] for this relay and to get a medal. “We work pretty well together. We worked a lot on the handover. When he would come in to tag me, or I would go in to tag him, we would yell which side we’re going to tag off on so then we can get an idea of how it played out before we actually go out on course.” Clark also took fifth in the individual event and sixth in the sprint. Teammate Graham Benson brought home silver in the individual and fourth in the sprint while also teaming with Ng, Squamish’s Josie Clifford and Pemberton’s Sophie Firth for silver in the mixed team relay. Firth took fourth in the individual and fifth in the sprint, while Ng was seventh in individual and fifth in the sprint, and Clifford placed eighth in the sprint. Clark acknowledged feeling some butterflies coming into the Winter Games, as the biggest events he’s competed in before were at the BC Cup level. “I think I got a bit nervous in the first race [the sprint] because for my second shooting [attempt], I only shot one for five, which wasn’t great, but then I shot better the second day,” he said. On the cross-country skiing side, Squamish resident and Sea to Sky member Marin Lowe took home three silver medals, finishing second in the sprint race, classic race and in the relay with fellow Squamish product Jasper Fleming, and Dustin Hay and Madeleine Pollock, both of North Vancouver. Lowe’s greatest challenge came out of the gate in the sprint race, as a mistake in the quarterfinal nearly knocked her out of contention early. “I crashed on the uphill, so I was in third. The top two from that heat move on to the semifinals,” she said. “Then the girl ahead of me crashed and I was in second. It was such a chaotic race that I was very lucky to make it to semifinals.” Lowe said the course, at just 400 metres long, was shorter than anything else she’d experienced and flatter than her home stadium at Whistler Olympic Park, though she managed to put her plan into effect. “You just have to go all out. It’s just so short that when you’re at the finish, you’re not even out of breath as you are in a normal race,” she said.
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GOLDEN GUYS Sea to Sky Nordics biathletes Ryan Clark and Jojo Ng (centre) accept their team relay gold medals at the BC Winter Games on Feb. 21. PHOTO SUBMITTED
Lowe said she felt strong in the classic contest and was thrilled to take another silver, while in the relay, she enjoyed the opportunity to serve as the anchor and finish the race for the team. “It was such a cool experience being able to finish for my team,” said Lowe, who skate-skied in the relay. Lowe enjoyed the excitement of the opening ceremonies, walking in with all of her Zone 5 teammates. “It was a really neat experience because there were so many people in the auditorium walking in and cheering for their zone,” she said. Other locals in the cross-country contest were Fleming, who won gold in the sprint and was eighth in classic, and Talon Pascal from Mount Currie, who was 16th in classic and 17th in the sprint. Clark, meanwhile, credited organizers for putting together a well-run event, while he also enjoyed taking part in the opening ceremonies and watching speed skating and gymnastics. Several alpine athletes were also in action, completing a two-day slalom, including: Olivia Imregi (sixth); Hannah Jensen (16th); Vanessa Young (17th); Lola Gilbert (18th); and Sophia Cross (27th). On the men’s side, Pearce Manning Avini placed fourth, Joseph James Gibbons was 13th, Seth Robert placed 35th, Braden Aitken took 36th, and Thomas Legg and Maxim Akbulatov suffered disqualifications. All local athletes represented Vancouver-Coastal, which led the way with 111 medals, including 41 gold. n
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Smart claims first NorAm win SLOPESTYLER TOPS CALGARY PODIUM IN SEASON DEBUT
BY DAN FALLOON SO FAR IN THE 2019-20 season, Luke Smart had been focused more on his studies at UBC’s Sauder School of Business than freestyle competition. So when the Whistler slopestyler lined up for his first NorAm Cup event of the season in Calgary on Feb. 22, he wasn’t entirely sure what to expect. Everything went swimmingly, though, as the 20-year-old scored an 81.33 to top the field, knocking off American Hunter Henderson (79.00) and Canadian Bruce Oldham (77.16) for his first-ever victory at that level. “It was pretty surprising, but I was super happy to end up winning,” he said. “I’ve just been living in Whistler, working and doing some school work, so this was the first comp for me this year.” Despite going up against competition that had been busier than he had this year, Smart tapped into his gameday fire and made up that ground. “I got into it pretty quickly,” he said.
Smart’s first run, which featured three doubles, proved to be the winner for him. “It was a good first for me to get three doubles in a run, which I was excited about,” he said. “That allowed me to do well. “I wasn’t expecting to win at all. I was just happy to do a run that I’d planned out.” Conditions wreaked some havoc on the event, as the slopestyle competition was bumped back a day, and even then, wasn’t run in ideal conditions. “There was inconsistent wind, which threw some people off, and it was challenging for me as well,” he said. “Speed was the issue, but it all worked out. “You just try to go as fast as possible.” Smart noted that he took this semester off, but has generally been trying to balance skiing and his post-secondary education. He’ll continue competing on the NorAm Cup circuit in Park City and Quebec to round out the season. Fellow Freestyle Whistler grads in the slopestyle competition included Chase Ujejski in seventh, Kai Smart in 18th, Steven Kahnert in 32nd, Stephen Lindsay-Ross in 40th and Aidan Mulvihill in 42nd. Smart narrowly missed a second
SMARTLY DONE Luke Smart (centre) tops the NorAm Cup slopestyle podium in Calgary on Feb. 22. PHOTO SUBMITTED
podium appearance in big air on Feb. 23 as his 91.50 tally was 6.66 points back of winner Henderson and 4.33 points out of third. Lindsay-Ross took 10th as part of his first-ever NorAm event, while Ujejski was 32nd, Kai Smart took 42nd, Kahnert was 43rd and Mulvihill was 48th. Meanwhile, in the halfpipe on Feb. 21, Kahnert scored an 11th-place finish. In the women’s events, Skye Clarke was sixth in slopestyle while Caoimhe Heavey was ninth, and Clarke took a seventh-place finish in big air while Heavey was 10th. Heavey also threw down in the halfpipe, placing 13th. Calgary also welcomed moguls
competition, which saw Mackenzie Schwinghammer take a fifth-place finish in single moguls on Feb. 22 while Emma Bosco (representing Australia) was ninth, Maya Mikkelsen took 12th, Chase Capicik was 18th, Malica Malherbe (representing South Africa) was 23rd and Jessica Linton took 27th. In men’s action, Sam Cordell took 34th while Josh Maga was 41st. In dual moguls on Feb. 23, Bosco took 11th, Capicik was 18th, Mikkelsen placed 19th, Malherbe ended up 26th, Linton was 27th and Schwinghammer rounded out the group in 29th. On the men’s side, Cordell placed 28th while Maga finished 34th. n
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Bonrad Willric tops Peak to Valley TEAM TITUS’ JACK CRAWFORD CRACKS FIVE MINUTES
BY DAN FALLOON TEAM BONRAD WILLRIC entered the 36th-annual Peak to Valley Race with its eyes on the prize. And despite a test from a national team ringer, the squad emerged from the two-day contest with exactly what it came for. The team, made up of Conrad Pridy, William Goneau, Britt Tilston and Enric Guerra Cusi, posted four remarkably consistent times to finish with a combined 21 minutes and 12.97 (21:12.97) seconds to edge out Team Titus by 17.54 seconds. Pridy led the way, as his 5:04.27 stood as the weekend’s second-fastest time, while Tilston (5:25.23) was second-fastest among women for the weekend. Both raced Friday, but the major difference came on Saturday as Goneau (5:15.55) was Saturday’s fastest skier while Guerra Cusi (5:27.92) was third. Team Titus held the early advantage after Friday with the fastest men’s time from Jack Crawford (4:53.62, see more below) and fastest women’s time courtesy of Madison Irwin (5:19.40). While Meg Cumming was Saturday’s quickest woman and Roman Torn finished fourth among men, Bonrad Willric was quick enough to sneak by. In third place was The Clubbers, made up of Max Peiffer, Harry Armstrong, Sofia Leroux and Austin Llewellyn as the top three teams all came from the 150-andunder age category. “We picked our team based on who we thought gave us the best shot at the big W, and it was nice to see everyone pull through and have fast runs,” said Pridy, the Whistler Mountain Ski Club’s (WMSC) lead coach for the U18 and U21 teams. “We did a staff time trial a few weeks ago and got all the new and old faces out to ski some gates and picked the teams based on that.” Guerra Cusi is one of Pridy’s assistants while Goneau and Tilston instruct with the U16s. Entering with the hopes of winning, though he didn’t get a chance to inspect the course, Pridy acknowledged there was some weight on his shoulders. “I definitely put some expectation on myself to go fast. It was my first time doing it, so I didn’t really know what to expect. I had a lot of friends and family give me horror stories and some strategies and tips,” he said. “I was definitely nervous in the start gate.” One of the new considerations for Pridy was passing fellow racers on course. Though the competitor immediately before him chatted to him about the possibility beforehand and they handled it smoothly, some miscommunication toward the bottom resulted in some difficulty. “We were in a bit of an off-rhythm. He kept trying to give me a space and I’d be in the wrong place,” he said.
Pridy noted that a shift in the BC Alpine schedule this season opened up the Peak to Valley Race weekend for himself and his fellow coaches, and he hopes it works again in 2021. The age group winners were: NZ Foundation Team (150-to-174); Karen Crescent Cruisers (175-to-199); Gentle Drifters (200-to-224); Blue Ice Wrecking Crew (225-to-249); and 3 Vets and a Virgin (250-and-beyond). Full results are at tinyurl.com/s42wk8g.
CRAWFORD CRACKS FIVE MINUTES Chris Kent was hanging out at the race’s Creekside finish on Friday afternoon, checking in to see if his course record, set in 2000, was still safe. It was close, but no one passed the 4:52.03 that Kent threw down 20 years ago on the course that has a 1,443-metre vertical drop, 180 gates and five-kilometre length.
“...[I]t’s still the most tired I’ve been on a pair of skis.” - JACK CRAWFORD
However, current national team member and Whistler Mountain Ski Club grad Jack Crawford put his best foot forward, coming down in 4:53.62 for Friday’s best time. Crawford opted to do the race fairly last minute when the Titus team needed a sub. The team ended up with quite the ringer. “They asked me and it’s something I’ve always wanted to try,” Crawford said. “It wasn’t the smartest thing to do midseason, but I’m kind of surprised that I still went a little bit easy and I’m not quite as tired as I was expecting, but it’s still the most tired I’ve been on a pair of skis.” Crawford said that he didn’t get the chance to get a handle on the course before dropping, so he might be able to trim the necessary time to take another run at Kent’s record in the future. “I didn’t inspect, so [with] all the blind rolls, I almost missed a couple gates,” he said. Even though he put down one of the best times in the race’s 36-year history, Crawford acknowledged he was still hoping for a greater margin (25 seconds) on one of his competitors. “I was hoping to beat my friends by a little more than I did so he would owe us all a beer, but sadly, that didn’t happen,” Crawford said. n
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Crankworx Rotorua coming up SPORTS BRIEFS: CARLSON PODIUMS AT NORAM BIG AIR; NASH, CORLESS AT FIL JUNIOR WORLDS
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but even in Whistler, mountain biking is never far from the front of one’s mind. If you need a splash of summer, five Crankworx Rotorua events will be broadcast online through Red Bull TV in the coming days. Start off with the 100% Dual Slalom on Wednesday, March 4 at 8:30 p.m., then the next night, the CLIF Dual Speed and Style will run, also at 8:30 p.m. On Friday, March 6, the Maxxis Slopestyle in Memory of McGazza is set for 5 p.m., with the RockShox Rotorua Pump Track Challenge going at 10:30 p.m. that evening. The broadcast schedule wraps up with the Crankworx Rotorua Downhill at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 7. Tune in at redbull.com/crankworx or visit crankworx.com for more info. The Crankworx World Tour will
Whistler Valley Snowboard Club (WVSC) member Jackie Carlson hit the NorAm Cup podium in big air competition at Maximise Snow Park in Quebec on Feb. 20. Carlson finished third behind winner Baily McDonald, also of Canada, and China’s Ge Rong. WVSC teammate Maggie Crompton placed fifth. On the men’s side, Jacob Legault earned a fifth-place finish while Liam Stevens took ninth, Finn Finestone was 11th and Jadyn Chomlack placed 12th.
NASH, CORLESS COMPETE AT FIL JUNIOR WORLDS Oberhof was not kind to local luge athletes Caitlin Nash and Natalie Corless at the FIL Junior World Championships on Feb. 21. Competing in women’s singles, Nash and
BACK IN NEW ZEALAND Casey Brown competing at Crankworx Rotorua in 2019. PHOTO BY FRASER BRITTON/CRANKWORX
Corless finished 15th and 21st, respectively, as Germany’s Jessica Degenhardt topped Russia’s Diana Loginova and Austria’s Lisa Schulte for gold. The top Canadians were Ava Luscombe and Kailey Allan just ahead of Nash in 13th and 14th, in order. In the men’s contest, Cole Zajansky and Colton Clarke finished 11th and 13th, respectively. Germany’s Moritz Bollmann bested Latvia’s Gints Berzins and Germany’s David Nobler for first. Nash and Corless also competed as a doubles sled, helping the Canadians (also featuring Allan and Zajansky) to a fifthplace finish in the team competition on Feb.
22, becoming the top-finishing squad with a female doubles sled. In the doubles competition, meanwhile, Nash and Corless finished 15th overall and as the top female sled.
POCHAY-MCBAIN PICKS UP P’AYAK WIN Sea to Sky Nordics racer Sierra PochayMcBain claimed victory at the Coast Outdoors P’ayakentsut at Whistler Olympic Park on Feb. 22. Pochay-McBain finished the 15-km free contest in 47 minutes and 35.3 seconds
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SPORTS THE SCORE (47:35.3) to top the female category and the 13-to-15 event. Colleen Little was second overall while Sea to Sky teammate Sofie Hill took third overall and first in 16-and-17. Meanwhile, Mia Rodger was sixth overall and second in 13-to-15, and Brydon Harris Irvine took 15th overall and third in 13-to-15. On the men’s side, Sean Benson was third overall and second in the 16-and-17 division with a 43:29.9. Other podium finishes included: Whistler’s Nicole Goodwin (second in 30-km female free); Sea to Sky’s Raphael Morin-Cyr (second in five-km kids’ mini male); and Whistler’s Eric Goodwin (third in 50-km male free). Full results are online at www.zone4.ca.
SPUD CRUSHER REGISTRATION OPENING FEB. 27 Pemberton’s quickly growing women’s enduro is opening registration for its 2020 event on Thursday evening. Registration for the Pemberton OffRoad Cycling Association (PORCA) race is set to open on Thursday, Feb. 27 at 9 p.m. The fee is $80 for existing PORCA members and $115 for those who are not yet members (as the race’s insurance requires all participants to have joined the club). The race itself is set for Saturday, May 9 at 9:45 a.m. sharp. For more information, check out porcabikes.com/spud-crusher-womensenduro.
DE BRUIN AND BUJNOWSKI CLAIM WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS BRONZE Canadians Christine de Bruin and Kristen Bujnowski scored bronze at the IBSF World Championships for the second year in a row. Sitting in fifth after the first two runs in Altenberg, Germany, the duo put it together on Day 2, leaping into third spot and finishing 1.06 seconds behind winners Kaillie Humphries and Lauren Gibbs of the United States. Germany’s Kim Kalicki and Kira Lipperheide finished in second. “I made some mistakes in the first run today but in the second run, I thought ‘This is my last run of the season, go out and enjoy it and have a good one,’” de Bruin said in a release after the second day of racing. In the men’s two-man race, Canadian Justin Kripps and Cameron Stones struggled to an 11th-place finish, starting out with the sixth-best run but slipping from there. Kripps and Stones finished 2.74 seconds behind winners Francesco Friedrich and Thorsten Margis of Germany, while fellow Germans Johannes Lochner and Christopher Weber were second. Latvia’s Oskars Kiebermanis and Matiss Miknis rounded out the podium in third.
REMME SEVENTH AT CRANS MONTANA Canadian Roni Remme skied well into the top 10 during FIS World Cup Alpine combined racing action at Crans Montana, Switzerland on Feb. 23.
Remme scored a seventh-place finish, 2.77 seconds back of winner Federica Brignone of Italy, who paced well ahead of fellow podium finishers Franziska Gritsch of Austria and Ester Ledecka of Czechia. The only other Canadian, Marie-Michele Gagnon, took 15th. In the downhill the day before, Gagnon was the top Canadian in 22nd as Lara GutBehrami of Switzerland edged out fellow Swiss racer Corinne Suter and Austria’s Nina Ortlieb for the top spot. In the Feb. 21 downhill, Gagnon took a 23rd-place finish as Gut-Behrami and Suter were once again in the top two spots and Austria’s Stephanie Venier was third. Remme, meanwhile, was 25th. The lone men’s race of the weekend, meanwhile, was a giant slalom at Niigata Yuzawa Naeba, Japan on Feb. 22. Erik Read was the top Canadian in 22nd as Croatia’s Filip Zubcic topped Switzerland’s Marco Odermatt and Tommy Ford of the United States. Trevor Philp ended up in 25th.
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KINGSBURY CLAIMS WIN AT TAZAWAKO Competing with heavy hearts, the Canadian moguls team nevertheless rallied to claim a pair of podium appearances at the FIS World Cup contest in Tazawako, Japan. In the first competition since the death of up-and-coming skier Brayden Kuroda on Feb. 17, Mikaël Kingsbury came out on top ahead of Kazakhstan’s Dmitriy Reikherd and fellow Canadian Laurent Dumais in single moguls competition on Feb. 22. Pemberton’s Brenden Kelly, meanwhile, claimed his second consecutive top-10 appearance with a 10th-place showing, while Gabriel Dufresne took 14th, Kerrian Chunlaud was 18th and Robbie Andison placed 32nd. On the women’s side, Chloe DufourLapointe was the top Canadian in 19th as France’s Perrine Laffont bested Japan’s Junko Hoshino and Australia’s Jakara Anthony for the victory. Other Canadians were Berkley Brown in 20th, Valerie Gilbert in 21st and Freestyle Whistler alumnus Maia Schwinghammer in 24th.
DRURY HITS PODIUM AT SUNNY VALLEY Canadian Kevin Drury came away with a second-place finish in FIS World Cup skicross action at Sunny Valley, Russia on Feb. 23. The only racer to top Drury was Switzerland’s Marc Bischofberger, while France’s Arnaud Bovolenta took a thirdplace finish. Another Canadian, Brady Leman, also made the big final and placed fourth. Other Canadians included Chris Del Bosco in 10th, Zach Belczyk in 28th and Kristofor Mahler in 34th. On the women’s side, Whistler’s Marielle Thompson advanced to the big final but was off the podium in fourth as Switzerland’s Fanny Smith topped France’s Marielle Berger Sabbatel and Germany’s Daniela Maier for the win. The other Canadians in action were Abby McEwen in sixth and India Sherret in seventh. n
Thank you to our supporters who have helped Whistler Community Services Society divert 153 metric tonnes of refundable cans and bottles in 2019. One metric tonne = approximately 70,500 aluminum cans. We have converted funds from those donations into community programming.
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To the generous ongoing support of Whistler Blackcomb Foundation that made the purchase of our truck possible. And to the smiling staff at Regional Recycling who cheerfully sort our donations each week. And to the public who donate their bottles and cans 10 cents at a time at our Nesters and Function Depots. We appreciate your involvement as we continue to provide programs that support and advocate for a healthy community.
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The case for MINDful eating PUTTING YOUR BEST BRAIN FORWARD WHEN YOU’RE 100! LONG BEFORE the mindfulness trend swept pop culture—mindful yoga, mindful meditation, general mindful living—first in the glorious hippie-’70s and now the neo-hippie revival era, there was the original mindfulness principle of ancient Eastern philosophies. The idea, in a nutshell, is to be fully present in the present moment, no judgment allowed. Or, in even shorter shorthand, as the old hipster guru Baba Ram Dass (R.I.P.)
BY GLENDA BARTOSH and his seminal book puts it, “Be here now.” I once spent a month or so “being here now” in a Buddhist monastery in northern Thailand. (Sorry, the old hard drive can’t compute the timeframe exactly.) It was a spartan but interesting adventure: No street clothes allowed. Nothing in your barebones room but a mat to sleep and “sit” on. No reading. No unnecessary talking. No eating except once a day at a communal table, although most of us snuck in a few worldly pleasures. At the end of our retreat, we were supposed to be “sitting” (mindfully meditating), honing our minds with their newly focussed wavelengths, 20 hours a day. I only made it to 14. My knees were giving way, but I’d say my brain was definitely bolstered.
BRAIN FOOD Following the MINDful diet can drastically reduce the likelihood of Alzheimer’s and slow cognitive decline as we age. SHUTTERSTOCK.COM
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According to Statistics Canada, people over 65 should make up about one quarter of our population by 2030, while centenarians are already our fastestgrowing age group! Life expectancy has recently stalled a bit in places like Canada, the U.S. and the U.K., largely due to the opioid crisis, but scientists are predicting we’ll soon see ever-increasing lifespans again. Believe it or not, a recent Guardian report citing UN data indicates that Hong Kong, at 84.6 years, is now No. 1 worldwide for life expectancy, surpassing Japan, the traditional hotbed of longevity. (Think “Okinawan diet” with all its tofu, fish, fresh veggies and grains.) By the same UN stats, we Canadians are still in the top 10, with a life expectancy of 82.2 years. Not bad, considering 100 years ago, women in Canada were looking at living about 60 years; men a year or so less. (Why do you think the federal government set the retirement age for pensions at 65 back in 1927? They figured hardly anyone would be around to collect them!) Now, with newborns today predicted to have a 50-per-cent chance of living to 105 (there was a one-per-cent chance of making it that far back in the 1900s), and the rate for dementia for Canadians 65 and over doubling ever five years, I say do every little thing we can to maintain a healthy mind along with our much longer-living bodies. If we live one more day than today, we’re super lucky. But our brains will be one day older, too. Never mind having something “interesting” happening to your brain, say, a stroke, like I had a few years back, as did Ram Dass years before he died:
Older minds just don’t function as well as younger ones. Yes, the science is stacking up that the centre in our brains that regulates memory, learning and mood does create new neurons (we once thought that didn’t happen at all
BLOW YOUR OWN MIND Lots of info resides online about the MIND diet, but this handy Mayo Clinic checklist is a great first step. Give yourself a point for each of these MIND diet rules you typically follow, up to a max of 15 points. You don’t have to follow the diet exactly to benefit. But the more you do, the more your brain will love you. • At least three servings of whole grains a day • Green leafy vegetables (such as salad) at least six times a week • Other vegetables at least once a day • Berries at least twice a week • Red meat less than four times a week • Fish at least once a week • Poultry at least twice a week • Beans more than three times a week • Nuts at least five times a week • Fried or fast food less than once a week • Mainly olive oil for cooking • Less than a tablespoon of butter or margarine a day • Less than a serving of cheese a week • Less than five pastries or sweets a week • One glass of wine or other alcoholic drink a day n
past our teenage years). But we don’t do it as fast as we did when younger. Luckily, scientists and researchers are all over this. I don’t need to remind anyone living in the Sea to Sky to keep moving, keep moving, keep moving—every single day— to put your best mind forward as you age. Even a walk to the end of the driveway is better than nothing. Now, I’m also happy to learn through Vancouver General Hospital’s excellent Cardiac Rehab Program about how effective the aptly-named MIND diet can be. You’ve likely heard of the DASH diet for high blood pressure (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) and the Mediterranean diet for a healthy heart. Well, the MIND diet— short for Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay—combines the two for better brain health. I’m no fan of diet fads. But the results from this diet say it all. Researchers tracked the eating habits of older adults for 4.5 years, and, according to the Mayo Clinic, “observational studies suggest the (MIND) diet can reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease by up to 53 per cent as well as slow cognitive decline and improve verbal memory.” Bonus: those who most closely tracked the MIND diet had brains as sharp as people 7.5 years younger! So how can we lose? I’m all in for being MINDful! You? Glenda Bartosh is an award-winning journalist who anticipates that, after following the MIND diet, she’ll recall exactly how long she spent in that Buddhist monastery. n
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I Sweat Effect Studio 5:30-6:30p.m
FLEXIBLE REGISTRATION FITNESS CLASSES ‘Flex-reg’ classes have a separate fee and allow you to register for classes on the days that fit your schedule. REGISTERED FITNESS CLASSES Registered fitness classes have a seperate fee and a defined start and end date. Pre-registration is required for the entire set of classes. INCLUDED FITNESS CLASSES These classes are included with your price of admission for no extra charge. I
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Ottawa banking on food to grow appetite for Indigenous tourism FORMER SLCC HEAD SAYS HUNTING, FISHING REGULATIONS SHOULD BE LOOSENED TO ACCOMMODATE AUTHENTIC CULINARY EXPERIENCES
BY BRANDON BARRETT FOOD HAS LONG BEEN the gateway to the unfamiliar, serving as an accessible entry point into cultures different from ours. Ottawa has recognized this with the launch, last fall, of a new culinary tourism strategy that is meant to deepen the understanding of Indigenous cuisine, and through that, Indigenous culture itself. The Indigenous Culinary of Associated Nations (ICAN) is a joint effort between the federal government and the Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada (ITAC) that establishes a strategic framework to develop and market Canada’s diverse Indigenous culinary experiences to the world. “We want to make sure that we promote Indigenous culture through our tourism, and one of those aspects is food,” said Brady Smith, former director of the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre (SLCC) and current chief strategy officer for ITAC. “It’s really important for all of us, when we look at Indigenous people, [to recognize] that food is a primary component of how we share conversations and make friendships. ICAN is really a part of that.” ICAN will focus on three key pillars as part of its strategy: connection, sharing and influencing as a way to nurture and support Indigenous chefs and restaurateurs. Founding ICAN member Paul Natrall, whose award-winning Mr. Bannock is Vancouver’s only Indigenous food truck, said he would have benefitted from the kind of example ICAN is striving for when he was a young chef. “Me as a chef coming up, I didn’t know too many household names that were Indigenous chefs,” he said. “There are a lot of Indigenous cooks and chefs out there that could use mentoring and guiding and need a hand in helping showcase their food and what they’re doing. We are all on the same page and we hope to do that for them.”
BANNOCK MAN Paul Natrall is the owner-operator of Vancouver’s only Indigenous food truck, Mr. Bannock, as well as a founding member of the Indigenous Culinary of Associated Nations, an initiative dedicated to spreading Indigenous culinary tourism in Canada.
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Squamish Nation member Natrall has combined traditional First Nations cooking techniques with certain ingredients that would be more familiar to non-Indigenous consumers. But he feels there is room in the marketplace to accommodate the many styles of Indigenous cuisine, be they traditional or contemporary. “There are a lot of people that do really awesome, really traditional cooking. Then there are people like myself that are doing things for today and tomorrow,” he said. “There’s no right or wrong because a lot of people are still learning. The thing with ICAN is we have members from across the country and we do all different aspects of Indigenous cuisine.” Smith, who left the SLCC last fall, believes Ottawa needs to loosen its regulations around hunting and fishing for ingredients that have been part of the Indigenous diet for generations.
“A lot of Indigenous culinary experiences are held back due to the regulatory actions of the government on food. Many Indigenous people want to start cooking and sharing a traditional style of food, whether it’s fresh game caught on land and brought to the table, such as moose, caribou and elk, or traditional methods of sharing salmon, be it air-dried or smoked,” he said. “It’s an emerging market still in British Columbia and Canada, but ICAN is working with the federal government of Canada in terms of ensuring that we can actually assist the growth of more authentic Indigenous food.” Recent research from ITAC has shown that one in three visitors to Canada are looking for an authentic Indigenous experience, and food can play an essential role in that education. At the SLCC, culinary offerings such as its popular Winter Feast have become an integral
part of its growing business, explained communications and marketing manager Mandy Rousseau. “Specifically with the First Nations Winter Feast, we are able to address a demand for after-hours exhibit access and pair it with a family-friendly dining experience. This program has increased year-round visitation to the SLCC, providing more employment for our team while sharing our cultures,” she said in an email. “Beyond the First Nations Winter Feast, our in-house food and beverage has been instrumental in developing our tour operators, school groups, corporate and private events, and daily visitor programs. Indigenous cuisine is regionally based, so we regularly tweak our menus to include ingredients inspired by the two Nations, nurturing visitors’ appetite and curiosity.” To learn more about ITAC, visit indigenoustourism.ca. n
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Reimagined with Friendly, Family Appeal Following the success of the 2010 Winter Olympics and Vail Resorts’ more than $1 Billion investment in Whistler Blackcomb, the prime allseason destination is wellpositioned to offer world-class hospitality services to the local community and the rest of the world. In 2016, an affi liate company of Concord Pacific, together with a few owners, purchased the Sundial Strata Hotel with the vision to participate in Whistler’s phenomenal growth trajectory and ultimately cater to a wider range of customers, especially families. Top Whistler real estate agent John Ryan, who sold the strata property to the current owner group, observes, “The
the strata owners with a more visually appealing and functional property, and to enhance the ground fl oor retail experience for visitors and locals alike. Concord Pacifi c Senior Vice President Matt Meehan, who speaks on behalf of the majority owners, stresses that “The group always had the mindset to ensure the hotel would grow with the local community over a long period of time. We want to introduce something more diverse, catering to families and kids in front of the Whistler and Blackcomb gondolas.” Architect Bryce Rositch adds, “I was the architect for the hotel’s previous renovation and was again engaged by the new owners. It is energizing
“The Sundial was really showing it’s age. With the increase of tourists and exposure we have been experiencing in Whistler, the hotel needed new owners with the means and experience to upgrade the building. We all want to be proud of the hotel and restaurants in this optimum center – ice location.” - Top Whistler real estate agent John Ryan
Sundial Hotel was really showing its age. With all the new tourists and exposure we are getting in Whistler, the hotel really needed new owners with the means to upgrade the entire place. We all want to be proud of the hotel and restaurants in our optimum center-ice location.” The owner group initially planned a major rebuild to realize the full potential of the boutique hotel with its prime location in the heart of Whistler Village, just steps from the Whistler and Blackcomb ski lifts. However, recognizing there are other strata restaurant owners in the building, the owner group instead proposed a modest renovation plan to provide the resort community and
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Although the collective group members own more than 80 percent of the strata and thus have majority vote on the strata to proceed with its plans, they received strong resistance by four strata members who started legal claims to thwart the modest renovation plan. Meehan notes, “We understand the four dissenting members who have launched the lawsuit are very successful business entrepreneurs. They are opposing our plan and in the meantime we learned
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the asking prices for the their units are multiples of assessed value.” As a result, the renovation process has been halted. The owner group believes it is still in the interest of the community and the strata to offer a spectacular boutique hotel property able to welcome the future at Whistler’s doorstep.
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independent sale process has been commenced in order to reach a fair market price benefiting everyone fairly and not just a few in the strata. According to Mr. Hein Poulus, legal counsel representing the majority owners’ group, “In order to resolve the dispute among the owners, the strata corporation voted to put the building on the market and appointed one of the Big Four accounting firms to conduct an independent sale, with instructions to achieve the highest price available. Once
a buyer has been found, the strata corporation will apply to court for approval of the sale, under Part 16 of the Strata Property Act. “ Meehan advises, “The group intends to bid in the sale process. If we become the successful bidder, we won’t be able to accomplish the vision alone. We would very much like to work with other successful local businesses like Sushi Village or other international operators complementary to a worldclass hotel and the future of Whistler.”
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Top Uprising slideshow highlights ‘the female story’ ERIN HOGUE AND VINCE EMOND TAKE HOME THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD
BY JOEL BARDE THE SEA TO SKY’S jaw-dropping backcountry skiing was on full display at the Uprising photography contest, held at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler on Feb. 22. But ultimately, a crowd of over 1,000 people selected a slideshow that benefited as much from concept, as its stunning photography. Erin Hogue and Vince Emond’s submission highlighted young mothers who snowboard on their own—and with their young children. The team’s slideshow also featured a backyard jibbing jam, as well as an evening tour through Flute that made for a cool light-trail night shot. “It was a story that I felt like other moms needed to see and other women needed to see,” says Hogue, whose work has been featured in Transworld Snowboarding and Snowboarder magazine. “I just wanted to show the female story, and I felt that this was a really good opportunity to do that.” The concept, she explains, came to her somewhat serendipitously. She was riding with a friend when she got the invitation to take part in Uprising. To make the shoot happen, Hogue reached out to a few moms she knew, then later met a few more along the way. In total, she documented the riding of eight moms—Amanda Mourant, Sarah Frood,
BIG WIN Erin Hogue and Vincent Emond
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Sara Niblock, Marie-Eve Laroche, MarieAndrée Racine, Tara Jane Hickey, Jane Hiem, and Maria Thomsen—and up and comers Amalia (Billy) Pelchat, Jaden Richer and Noah Ricignuolo. Working in the backcountry has its fair share of logistical challenges—from sourcing snowmobiles, to assessing avalanche terrain—and Hogue and Emond describe the logistics of the shoot as difficult. “It was definitely very challenging,” says Emond, adding that Hogue had a “crazy group chat” going on with all the moms.
The other teams included Mitch Winton (pro) and Matt Sylvestre; Scott Serfas (pro) and Rob Lemay; Mason Mashon (pro) and Tyler Ravelle; and Reuben Krabbe (pro) and Duncan Sadava. Whistler-based marketing firm Origin quickly stepped in to organize the event after Whistler Blackcomb announced it would not be running the Deep Winter Photo Challenge this year. That event sent professional photographers into the mountains to shoot athletes for 72 hours and produce a five-minute slideshow. Similarly, Uprising participants chose
“To me, the story was [that] women aren’t defined by motherhood. Motherhood becomes something that they add on to what they already do … Those were three ripping women who added motherhood into that.” - DANIELLE KRISTMANSON
“[Erin] somehow made it work,” he says.“I would never have never been able to wrangle that many people and keep my cool.” Hogue credits the moms who took part. “I was so impressed with the moms just like being down and figuring out childcare and making it happen,” says Hogue, speaking specifically about the touring. Hogue and Emond were one of five teams to take part in the contest, which saw established, professional photographers team up with up-and-coming ones.
a 72-hour period within a seven-day window. The teams were permitted to shoot throughout the corridor (from Horseshoe Bay to Lillooet) rather than being restricted to the resort. Origin has not committed to organizing Uprising in the future should Deep Winter not return. Uprising was made possible thanks to the partnership between Origin, the Fairmont, which donated the room, and Tourism Whistler, which put up $8,000 towards the contest. Proceeds of the event went to Protect
Our Winters Canada, an offshoot of the successful climate activist group launched by pro snowboarder Jeremy Jones in the U.S. in 2007. Danielle Kristmanson, creative director at Origin, says she was thrilled with how the event turned out, crediting insightful (and often hilarious) host Mike Douglas with helping to make for a special night. “Mike has a great way of capturing what the community is feeling,” she says. “He managed to stoke everybody up, yet be really real. I think he was awesome.” Asked about Hogue and Emond’s winning submission, Kristmanson credits the slideshow’s storyline with helping it stand out. “When stories aren’t something that you have seen before, then they are even more compelling,” she says. “To me, the story was [that] women aren’t defined by motherhood. Motherhood becomes something that they add on to what they already do … Those were three ripping women who added motherhood into that.” In addition to the people’s choice award, two additional prizes were awarded. Sadava won the $2,500 best-image award, and Mashon and Ravelle won the $2,500 best-action shot award. In a particularly memorable moment, Mashon and Ravelle decided to donate their win to POW Canada, eliciting one of the biggest rounds of applause of the evening. “The money is going to go back into this, because we love this so much,” said Mashon. “Photography really allows us to share how beautiful the world is that we live in and get to play in.” You can watch Hogue and Emond’s slideshow here: vimeo.com/393592153 n
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Exploring the art of trail maps LOCAL GRAPHIC DESIGNER ZOË LOMORO CREATES A SERIES OF BIKE MAPS
BY ALYSSA NOEL IT’S NOT A STRETCH to say many locals are map-obsessed. While maps are crucial tools for backcountry travel, they also have an inherent element of adventure baked into their topography; on one large sheet you can visualize all the places you want to go. For local graphic artist Zoë Lomoro, they’re also rife with artistic possibility. “I thought the simplicity of some of them was nice—a de-cluttering, minimal approach,” she says. Lomoro moved to Whistler six years ago and has been working as a graphic designer at Cutting Edge Signs ever since. But recently, she’s also been pursuing freelance work, her own art career, and a photography business. “It’s going pretty well despite not having time to market myself,” she says, with a laugh. Last year, she decided to add one more thing to her plate. “Everyone makes ski maps, but I thought it’d be cool to do bike maps,” she says. “I chose a few places and decided to draw them.” She started biking—after some encouragement from her boyfriend, a former bike rep—when she moved to Whistler and while she says, “I’m not the best biker, but I’m fun to ride with,” it wasn’t hard to hone in on her favourite trails. She started with Whistler’s West Side Trails before moving on to the South Side, and the Mackenzie and Mosquito Lake areas of Pemberton. It turns out drawing a map isn’t exactly easy. “My maps are very perspective-based,” she says. “It’s valley-to-peak view. The Mosquito Lake area goes up and over the back of another mountain—you don’t see it from one vantage point. That was tough
to draw.” In the end, the three maps are stylistically similar with a minimal style, serene blue background, and colourful trails winding down familiar mountains. The trails themselves are straight from Trailforks, so the map could be functional, but most people have hung them on their walls. Lomoro’s only rule: no ruining any locals’ secrets. “I won’t put anything on a map that’s not on Trailforks,” she says. “That would be terrible to ruin something. I’ll wait if I know a trail is going in.” She first sold the maps at the State of the Art show in Creekside last December and January. And, currently, they’re for sale at Chromag Bikes in Whistler. Soon, she plans to sell them on her website as well—and add a few more maps to the mix. “I’m going to draw for Squamish,” she says. “I started with my favourites—just some places I’m familiar with riding.” Lomoro also added environmental and social angles to the project as well. The map is printed on enviro uncoated paper (PSA: from working at a print shop, she knows not all paper is recyclable) and five per cent of all map sales are going towards athlete development. For that she’s partnered with mountain bike athlete, trainer, and coach Katrina Strand to run a contest for a young athlete to win coaching, funded by the map sales. Coming up in May and June, the maps will also be featured in a show at Coast Mountain Brewing. “The plan is to get more maps drawn, printed, and ready,” she says. “I thought this would be a cool way to give back in a different way.” Maps are currently available at Chromag for $45 (cash only). They will also be for sale online at zoelomoro.com. n
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Art After Dark: Youth - Photography Collage Fridays | 3:30 – 5:30pm Drawing inspiration from the The Extended Moment: Fifty Years of Collecting Photographs at the National Gallery of Canada, experiment with photography and collage painting with photographs. *Children 12 & under must be accompanied by an adult.
Workshop & Wine - Stitched Photographs Friday | 6:30 – 8:30pm Drawing inspiration from The Extended Moment, experiment with photography and create stitched photographs. Learn how to stabilize and create dramatic stitched patterns on a photograph. *This event is open to adults aged 19+.
Yoga @ the Audain | Fridays | 6:30 – 8pm Perfectly Paired Friday | 6:30 – 8pm Whistler’s award-winning celebrity server, Rich Budd of Hy’s Steakhouse presents a unique spin on the art of wine pairing. Come and experience a selection of Rich’s favourite wines paired unconventionally with artworks from the Audain Art Museum. The evening includes three tasting pours with commentary by Rich Budd and the AAM’s Director & Chief Curator Dr. Curtis Collins. Guests will be invited to explore the Museum following the tasting experience. *This is a ticketed event open to adults aged 19+. For tickets and more information, visit audainartmuseum.com/events
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Now you see him… THE INVISIBLE MAN IS not a superhero (that’s Sue Richards, the Invisible Woman and founding member of the Fantastic Four). Instead, The Invisible Man is a tense horror/thriller/sci-fi reboot of a
BY FEET BANKS character pulled from an old H.G. Wells story and the 1933 Universal film it inspired. This time out, under the watchful eye of Blumhouse Productions and director Leigh Whannell, The Invisible Man is a crazed inventor who loses his girlfriend then fakes his own death and turns himself invisible so he can haunt and torment her. Anchored by a powerhouse performance by Elisabeth Moss (The Handmaid’s Tale), this reboot is more of a reinvention, and a tense one at that.
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One of the keys to solid horror has always been a fear of what you can’t see, so a movie about an invisible attacker offers a lot of low-hanging fruit. Whannell, (Upgrade, Insidious 3, and he wrote the first Saw) has crafted a dark, cruel, and brutal film, and while Moss brings as much depth as she can to the character of the tormented wife (who we learn is an architect, but only because her invisible attacker uses that to hurt her) the sadistic domestic abuse storyline will likely divide audiences. While many are heralding this as a timely #metoo moment, Whannell seems to find it difficult to elevate Moss’ character beyond victim-turned-agent-of-revenge. Does the movie care about spousal abuse beyond its function as a plot point? Whannell is one of the filmmakers who created the torture porn genre, after all, so perhaps we are expecting too much transparency from The Invisible Man. Speaking of invisible, it’s been difficult to discuss female filmmakers for Black History Month because, from the outset, Hollywood just didn’t see the value there. It wasn’t until 1989 that Euzhan Palcy became the first black woman director to be employed by a major studio (she
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Snipes refused to play roles that cast black men in negative stereotypes, called out Hollywood for their obvious representation issues, and began to get in trouble with the IRS. His career suffered, to say the least. As Snipes’ star faded, both Denzel Washington and Samuel L. Jackson’s began to rise. Where Washington slid into the now-vacant leading man role, Jackson became a character actor workhorse, averaging five films per year from 1991 to the present day (in 2019, he was in eight flicks, including three massively profitable Marvel pictures.) He plays himself every time, but it’s always good. These days, black talent is more noticeable on the silver screen and in the Hollywood establishment (Ryan Coogler’s Black Panther grossed more than $1.35 billion, Jordan Peele makes some of the smartest flicks we have, and Dee Rees’ new The Last Thing He Wanted is a serious flex) but we have a long way to come before the North American film industry, and culture at large, reaches anything even close to decent, fair inclusivity for black artists, or any minority. Here’s hoping the kids can figure it out. n
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BY ALYSSA NOEL LAST WEEK, Dean Venture did a photo shoot in support of the Boy in the Blue Dress Project. Dressed in a shimmering full-length gown, a snowflake cape and braided blonde wig —meant to evoke Elsa, the ice queen from the Disney movie Frozen—he posed in front of mountains, on an icy lake, and with a snow castle in Creekside. At the time, he publicly identified as Dean and used he/him pronouns. Since then, he has come out as transgender and identifies with she/her pronouns, now going by the name Saturn. The pronouns might have changed, but the aim of the project is still the same: to demonstrate that it’s OK to be who you are, whether that means being a boy wearing an Elsa dress or a boy transitioning to a girl wearing an Elsa dress—or any gender wearing any dress at all. “I went off and did a photo shoot with a professional photographer [Joey Alyea] and the photos are unbelievable,” says Saturn. “I couldn’t get over how good a job he did.” The Boy in the Blue Dress project first started after Saturn saw a post from a Portland-based Facebook friend about how his young son loved to dress up as Elsa, something he encouraged. “I contacted him saying, ‘Dude, this is awesome. You’re such a good dad. I support what you’re doing,’” says Saturn, who’s originally from Ireland, but now calls Squamish home. The next day, she had an idea. It’s one thing to have your dad support you, but what if a stranger took photos dressed as Elsa as an example of a grown-up casting off societal norms in an effort to be themselves? “To have someone who’s not their parent show them it’s fine—[kids are] used to their parents being encouraging about everything,” Saturn says. “If he has these
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IT IS WELL ESTABLISHED that Whistler residents have a strong history of volunteering, both for major events and more regularly within the community. Perhaps the largest event put on in Whistler with the help of volunteers was the 2010 Olympic Winter Games, which required hundreds of volunteers each day. On Friday, Feb. 28, evening at 6:30 p.m., the Whistler Museum is opening a temporary exhibit dedicated to the volunteers of 2010. Volunteers from the Games will also have the opportunity to add their own stories to our collection of oral histories. One specific volunteer program that was in place during the 2010 Games was Ask Me! I’m a Local. The Ask Me! program was conceived by Whistler resident Janis MacKenzie and her visiting friend Dan Perdue over a cup of coffee in January 2009. The idea was simple: connect friendly, button-wearing locals to visitors who might need some help. Local residents would sign up to wear an Ask Me! button while in the Whistler Village, and the button would identify them as someone visitors could approach to ask directions of, make recommendations, or even take a photo (though selfies were becoming increasingly popular, front-facing cameras on phones were not as common as they are today). MacKenzie approached the RMOW, which agreed to fund the program, and got to work developing it so it would be in place by 2010. According to the Ask Me! strategic plan, “[Whistler is] a community that prides itself on being friendly and reaching out to help our visitors in their native tongue. We do this because we genuinely care and know that the experience our guests have will define our future.” Unlike official Olympic
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volunteers with the Vancouver Organizing Committee for the Olympic and Paralympic Games (VANOC), this program did not require a set number of shifts often lasting eight to 10 hours. This meant that residents could volunteer and act as ambassadors for Whistler simply by walking through town wearing their button. To recruit volunteers and raise awareness of the program, a launch party was planned for Oct. 1, 2009. While MacKenzie said they hoped to have 80 to 100 people attend and sign up, over 200 people lined up to attend the party at the
WE HAVE ANSWERS Long-time local Joan Richoz proudly displays her “Ask Me! I’m a Local” button.
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GLC. Those who signed up for a button at the party were entered into a draw prize and were eligible to win a season pass donated by Whistler Blackcomb, which also covered all of the costs for the party. According to MacKenzie, over 600 people had registered for buttons by the time of the Games. The buttons were available in five languages (English, French, German, Spanish, and Japanese), and businesses could also take part by displaying a decal in their window. Though organizers originally thought that few participants would want extra training, over 80 per cent of participants registered for in-person training and over 90 per cent registered to receive a monthly newsletter in order to learn more about Whistler. The success of the simple grassroots program was recognized in the media and the idea spread, with Vancouver introducing its own version of the program for the Games, and Russian representatives asking about it ahead of their own Games. Though the Ask Me! buttons can no longer be seen, many of its duties are now carried out by the Village Host program. MacKenzie described the program as “an incredible journey” that exceeded all expectations. Throughout the Games locals could be found in Whistler proudly wearing their buttons, answering questions, and giving directions to the thousands of visitors and participants of the 2010 Olympic Winter Games. The main idea behind the program remains relevant in Whistler today: “It’s the smallest things we do that will make the biggest difference for our guests’ experience.” n
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Call for Submissions Poet’s Pause Competition Poetry lovers are invited to submit unpublished, original poems for the Resort Municipality of Whistler’s (RMOW) annual Poet’s Pause Poetry Competition. Winning poems will be displayed at the large metal chimes and giant Adirondack chairs in Alta Lake Park. Winning poets will receive a $200 prize. Poems will be read during the April 7, 2020 council meeting. The deadline to submit poems is March 9, 2020. Full details at www.whistler.ca/poetrycompetition
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PARTY TIME The Telus Winter Classic party at the Roundhouse Lodge always has some surprises in store. This year, it takes place on March 7.
SURE, THE TELUS Winter Classic is about skiing—but for some people, it’s all about the party. The annual Whistler Blackcomb Foundation fundraiser is running on Friday, March 6 at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler and Saturday, March 7 at the Roundhouse Lodge with food and drinks, a silent live auction, and live music. On Friday, the VIP first-sip event takes place from 6:45 to 7:30 p.m. where, for $25, guests can try high-end samples ahead of the main event at 7:30 p.m. in the Macdonald Ballroom. That will feature beer, wine, and spirit tastings, along with appetizers from local restaurants and the live music of The Hairfarmers. Tickets are $80 for the main event with last pour at 10 p.m. Then, on Saturday, upload at the Whistler Village Gondola between 6:45 and 7:30 p.m. to the party on Whistler Mountain. The theme this year will explore what life will be like 100 years from now. “Let’s celebrate a utopia of hoverboards, robot friends, and inter-dimensional pants,” the description reads. “Join us through the DeLorean’s proverbial trail of flames, bend the space-time continuum, and arrive at the top of Whistler Mountain in the year 2120.” Sound good to you? Tickets are $250 and the party goes ‘til midnight. For more visit whistlerblackcombfoundation.com.
MAKE YOUR OWN CLOTHES Forget shopping. Muse Lab in Function Junction is hosting a weekend-long Ultimate Skirt Making Class—From Pattern To Finished Skirt. Class is in session starting on Friday, Feb.
28, from 6 to 9 p.m. with a prep day in which students will take measurements, learn to create a pattern and discuss design options. On Saturday, Feb. 29, from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m., the class will draft the pattern and create their skirt design before learning how to take the next step on Sunday, March 1, and cut fabric for sewing ahead of actually completing it. Students need to know how to use a sewing machine (if they don’t check out Muse Lab’s Thursday night Sewing 101 class). Fabric is available, but if you want something specific, bring it.
“Let’s celebrate a utopia of hoverboards, robot friends, and interdimensional pants ... ”
The weekend class costs $150. For more information, or to purchase tickets, visit yourcreativeuniverse.com/.
SUBMIT SUMMER ART Arts Whistler is looking for cover art for its Summer 2020 Arts Scene publication, which features event listings for the season. The call-out is open to Arts Whistler members living in the Sea to Sky corridor. The artist whose summer-themed piece is chosen will receive an honourarium, be featured on Arts Whistler’s blog, and have their piece showcased all over the Sea to Sky throughout the season. The deadline to submit is April 1. For more information, visit artswhistler. com/event/arts-scene-cover-art. n
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Dan Vogl isn’t living to work FRESH FROM MELBOURNE, THE SINGER-SONGWRITER HAS QUICKLY GAINED ATTENTION IN THE RESORT
BY ALYSSA NOEL WHEN DAN VOGL moved to Whistler last November, he inadvertently ended up living out his own song lyrics. In his single “Gifted in Gold,” the Melbourne musician laments that we all seem to fall victim to the rat race when we become adults. “Working to live til we die/ Living to work til we die/ So we play by the rules as we start growing old/ In the hope that we are gifted in gold.” Vogl was living a comfortable life in his home city and starting to make headway with a music career there. But as it began to seem possible that his future might hold the marriage/house/kids route, he realized his chance to live, work, and play music abroad was now. “I’d always wanted to do the snow season thing,” he says. “It was time to do it and make the most of it while I have minimal responsibilities.” When I point out the parallels between
NEW GUY Dan Vogl has only been in Whistler a few months, but you can already catch him on stages around the resort. PHOTO SUBMITTED
his life and the catchy, upbeat indie-rock track, he seems surprised. “I guess it is something I do believe deep down inside,” he says. Arguably, the life of a musician never falls into that 9-to-5 trap. To that end, Vogl set himself on the right course at the age of 10 when he first picked up a guitar. A few
I knew and asked them to play with me and a few of them said, ‘Yes,’” he says. “We formed a group where I was the worst musician. They made these songs sound shit-hot. We did that for a couple of years and that led up to me writing.” He launched a GoFundMe and successfully raised $5,000 to record some
“... After that last EP, I noticed people were coming to my shows that weren’t just my friends and family, which was an exciting milestone.” - DAN VOGL
years later, he started writing his own songs and joining different bands. “I did a solo thing then went to another band,” he says. “Then kind of got to a point where I was like, ‘I’m constantly relying on other people who aren’t as committed and want this as much as I do.’ I decided to make the band myself.” After high school, he went to college to study musical performance where he met an array of high-level talent. “I handpicked the best drummer, guitarist, and bassist
of those tracks. With another $5,000 he saved on his own, he hired a well-known music producer in Melbourne and in 2019 he released the EP, also titled Gifted in Gold. The five-track record is smartly produced with songs that straddle the line between rock and pop, steeped in heart-felt lyrics—much like his cited influences City and Colour, and Mumford & Sons. When Vogl left Australia, some of those tracks were getting played on radio stations like Triple J, and he could fill 100-person
rooms. “There was a bit of a shift before I came over here when I realized, after that last EP, I noticed people coming to my shows that weren’t just friends and family, which was an exciting milestone,” he says. “These people had found my music however, listened to it, and decided to come to the show.” In Whistler, he had some friends who put out a few feelers with clubs and bars on his behalf (not to mention helping with housing), but Vogl also hit the ground running upon arrival to try and secure shows. Remarkably, in the last three months, he’s managed to snag a weekly gig at the Longhorn Saloon every Monday at 7:30 p.m. and, until the end of February, at Tommys Whistler on Saturday from 8 to 10 p.m. He has also played a handful of après shows at the GLC. While you will hear his original tracks at those gigs, he also plays covers that range wildly from Elvis and The Beatles to Green Day and Justin Bieber. “I brought over my acoustic guitar and I’m just playing by myself,” he says. “I think to make it a form of employment in this town, [with] the price of living, to earn 100 per cent of the money from each gig allows me to work another job one or two days a week and do music the rest of the time.” For more information, visit danvoglmusic.com. n
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YOUR GUIDE TO LOCAL EVENTS & NIGHTLIFE For a complete guide to events in Whistler, visit piquenewsmagazine.com/events
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MARC CHARRON
Singer/songwriter, world traveller, powder snow connoisseur. > 3:30-5:30 & 8-11 pm > Mallard Lounge
LIVE MUSIC AT RMU (ROCKY MOUNTAIN UNDERGROUND) IN UPPER VILLAGE
Come by enjoy some live music and try their awardwinning cocktails, local draft beers and browse some new backcountry gear! Free. > 4-7 pm > RMU Blackcomb
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
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. > 8 pm > Tommys Whistler
TOWN SQUARE OPEN MIC NIGHT
Don’t miss open mic night at Town Square in Pemberton. It runs the second Thursday of every month. > fourth Thursday of every month, 8 pm > Town Square (Pemberton)
LIVE MUSIC - SOUL CLUB
Soul Club does things a little differently. Spinning RPM records through the disco, funk and soul era. Join us for a boogie! > 8:30-11:30 pm > Brickworks Public House
JENNAMAE
JennaMae, originally from Calgary/Banff, area moved to Whistler as a snow chaser. Bringing her soulful sultry voice and strums on her guitar, sharing her stories and remixed covers to the mics around Whistler. > 9 pm > Crystal Lounge
BAND CAMP
Band Camp is a local talent development night at Black’s Pub. This is where talent to Whistler debuts and artists who have been honing new skills at Jam Night’s make their debut. This week it is Nicole and Alex a.k.a. Hot Licks on guitar and vocals from 9 pm. Free. 604-932-6408 > 9 pm-midnight > Black’s Pub & Restaurant
GARFINKEL’S THURSDAYS
Whistler’s longest running local’s night! Every Thursday, you can expect weekly giveaways and a mix of the hottest hip hop, tap, trap, and EDM. Dancing. 604-932-2323 > 9 pm-2 am > Garfinkel’s
THURSDAY NIGHT FUNK FEATURING DJ DAKOTA
at 5:30 p.m. optional; welcome song and dinner at 6 p.m. $75. 604-967-1281 > 5:15-8 pm > Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre
GREG AND SHELTER
Join AWARE and Protect Our Winters Canada for a free screening of Electric Greg and Shelter. Both films explore our connection to winter, discuss the impacts of climate change on our winter sports, and, of course, feature some awesome riding. Stick around afterward for an audience discussion. Free. > 7-9 pm > Whistler Public Library
SPORTS
LOST LAKE NORDIC TRAILS – S’MORES AT THE WARMING HUT
Cost: A Nordic Trails Day Ticket or Pass is required. Nordic ski or snowshoe to the Lost Lake Warming hut and share in the magic of a cozy campfire. There will be free s’mores and hot chocolate available. Please bring your own reusable mug. > 2-4 pm > Lost Lake
LEAGUE NIGHT
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
ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT
Come show us your dart skills at our league night. > 9 pm > Tapley’s Pub
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
FIRST NATIONS WINTER FEAST
Join the Cultural Centre after hours for a culinary journey that blends traditional ingredients and food preparation with modern plates while Nation members in regalia share songs and stories from their journey along the Pow Wow circuit. Guided tour
This Family and Child Education Program is a great opportunity for parents, caregivers and children to learn new life skills through hands-on activities and crafts. We will be offering weekly workshops where participants can learn and create together. Snacks provided! This program is open to all ages, with activities particularly suited to toddlers. For more information or to register for an upcoming session, please contact: jenniferfitzgerald2@capilanou.ca or 604-986-1911 ext. 3510. This is a partnership program with the Whistler Multicultural Network, Sea to Sky Community Services, and Capilano University. > 10 am-noon > Whistler Public Library
PARENT INFANT DROP-IN
An opportunity to develop a supportive social network with other parents of young babies. Speakers and a public health nurse are often in attendance. Free. > 11 am-12:30 pm > Whistler Public Library
ROTARY CLUB OF WHISTLER MILLENNIUM
Join the Rotary Club of Whistler Millennium to learn about what the club is doing to support your local community and international projects. Lunch is available for $20. Everyone welcome. > 12:15 pm > Pan Pacific Mountain Side
COMMUNITY
WOMEN’S KARMA YOGA
WALK AND TALK SERIES, PERMANENT COLLECTION
DO IT TOGETHER, LEARN IT TOGETHER
Drop in for weekly yoga classes led by an all-female team of Certified 20 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
WORKBC EMPLOYMENT SERVICES DROP IN
Drop in to the Pemberton Public Library every Thursday afternoon and learn how WorkBC can assist you in your job search and career planning. All services are free. For details call 1-877-932-1611. > 1-5 pm > Pemberton Library (Pemberton)
DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB 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
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
WHISTLER FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP The Whistler monthly support group is organized by the North Shore Schizophrenia Society for family
Have you got a spare room? Tamwood International is looking for warm and welcoming homestay families in Whistler to provide a nice room, meals, and positive experiences to our motivated students, aged 16+ from all over the world. Host families are required the whole year round. For more information, please contact homestay@tamwood.com or call 1.866.533.0123
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PIQUECAL and friends of those with a mental health challenge. Receive support from others who have been there. No registration is required. > fourth Thursday of every month, 6:30 pm > Whistler Secondary School
WHISTLER YOUTH BAND
Let the trumpets sing! The Whistler Youth Band is a beginner band for youth ages 10 and up. Grab an instrument and make music with friends. > 6-7:30 pm > Myrtle Philip Community School
in the 2010 Winter Games. Opening night will include a chance for everyone to record and share their own experiences of 2010 and the multi-year lead-up, and we are encouraging everyone who attends the opening to bring/wear their Olympic gear. Opening night will be free admission. > 7 pm > Whistler Museum
LADIES’ NIGHT
This is a night for the ladies! Ladies get complimentary entry and a glass of bubbly before 10 p.m. > 7 pm > Buffalo Bills
ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME
Books, songs and rhymes for preschool-aged children, accompanied by a caregiver. Registration is not required. > 10:30 am > Whistler Public Library
WALK AND TALK SERIES, PERMANENT COLLECTION > 1 pm > Audain Art Museum
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BEATS & BEVS
Dive head first into the weekend every Friday for après with guest DJs. For table reservations, book through their website or call 604-962-2929. > 3-6 pm > Brickworks Public House
THE HAIRFARMERS
Celebrating 20 years as a band and voted “Whistler’s Best Band” every year since 2001! The Hairfarmers combine uncanny vocals with innovative guitar and percussion covering all your favourite songs—a Whistler must-see! > 3:30-8 pm > Merlin’s Bar & Grill
FREEBY FRIDAYS
Jennifer Bisset has been practicing for over a year at Cranked’s open mic jam sessions to finally have her own gig. She’ll have you dancing in your seat to all your favourite covers. > 5:30-8:30 pm > Cranked Espresso Bar
LIVE MUSIC AT RMU (ROCKY MOUNTAIN UNDERGROUND) IN UPPER VILLAGE > 7-10 pm > RMU Blackcomb
WEEKEND GETAWAYS PRESENTS FREESTYLE FRIDAYS Bringing you a different special guest DJ. > 8 pm > Tommys Whistler
PAPA JOSH
Papa Josh’s groundbreaking solo show bridges the gap between live funk and electronic dance music. Winner of the 2011 Roland Loop Competition, PJ performs, records, loops, sings, and grooves you all night long! > 8-11 pm > Town Square (Pemberton)
FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE
Dance the night away to local live music. > 9:30 pm > Tapley’s Pub
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
WHISTLER MUSEUM
Learn more about Whistler’s culture and history. Now open by donation. > Daily 11am-5pm, Thu until 9pm > Whistler Museum
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
LD MAYER + TONY @ ALPINE CAFE WALK AND TALK SERIES, SPECIAL EXHIBITION Acoustic pop and rock cover vibes brought to you by this talented duo for your listening pleasure! Free event. > 7-9 pm > Alpine Cafe
ONGOING & DAILY
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
SPORTS
WHISTLER TRI CLUB SWIM SQUAD
Triathlon-focused swim squads. Full details at whistlertriclub.com/training-sessions. Free to members for fall (includes entry into Meadow Park). Nonmembers $8 drop-in (includes entry into Meadow Park). > 6-7:15 am > Meadow Park Sports Centre
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
OLYMPIC-THEMED STORYTIME
Join the Whistler Public Library for a sports and Olympic-themed story time. They will share songs and stories that celebrate winter sports and the Olympic spirit! This program is for preschool-aged children and their caregivers. > 10:30-11 am > Whistler Public Library
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SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE
Ryan Harris is a Whistler-based filmmaker and musician. Ryan takes inspiration from acoustic artists such as Ben Howard, Jack Johnson and any others. > 5:30-8:30 pm > Cranked Espresso Bar
JUMMAH SALAH (FRIDAY PRAYER)
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
BUILDING THE SPIRIT: WHISTLER’S VOLUNTEERS OF THE 2010 GAMES
The exhibit, Building the Spirit: Whistler’s Volunteers of the 2010 Games, will feature stories and artifacts of volunteers and community members who participated
CIROC FRIDAYS
Every Friday, take advantage of our table service features while our resident DJ plays smash hits guaranteed to get you dancing. > 9 pm-2 am > Garfinkel’s
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
YOUTH CENTRE DROP-IN 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
The Youth Centre is a fun space for 13-to-18 year olds featuring ping pong, pool, video and board games, a skateboard mini-ramp, rails, and more. > 3:30-11 pm > Maury Young Whistler Youth Centre
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PIQUECAL DJ WHITNESS @ ALPINE CAFE
The fine and fabulous DJ Whitness mixing those funky fun beats and bringing the party to the cafe this Saturday night! Free. > 7-9 pm > Alpine Cafe
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
ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT
WEEKEND GETAWAYS W/ DRE MOREL
Let’s send it on and off the mountain with Weekend Getaways brought to you by Tommys Whistler and DJ Dre Morel. RSVP for VIP reservations and make guest list inquiries at tommyswhistler.com. https://soundcloud.com/dremorel > 8 pm > Tommys Whistler
LIVE @ BLACK’S
Every Friday and Saturday, party with local and touring musicians at Black’s Pub. > 9 pm > Black’s Pub & Restaurant
THE HAIRFARMERS
Celebrating 20 years as a band and voted “Whistler’s Best Band” every year since 2001! The Hairfarmers combine uncanny vocals with innovative guitar and percussion covering all your favourite songs—a Whistler must-see! > 3:30-6:30 pm > Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
Come wind down your ski day or ramp up your Saturday night festivities with the boys from Brother Twang. > 9 pm-midnight > FireRock Lounge
> 1 pm > Audain Art Museum
WALK AND TALK SERIES, SPECIAL EXHIBITION > 3 pm > Audain Art Museum
SPORTS
SUNDAY FUNDAY
Darragh will be kicking it off. There will be nothing Nutrl about these Jams. RSVP for guest list and make a VIP reservation request, please reach out to info@ tommyswhistler.com or visit www.tommyswhistler.com. > 8 pm > Tommys Whistler
JERRY’S DISCO
Dust off your gaper day getup, from backwards helmets to gorby gaps, ‘cos the best Jerry outfit gets a free bottle of Prosecco! > 8-11 pm > The Living Room @ the Pangea Pod Hotel
Don your best jersey and come cheer on your favourite team at Whistler’s premier sports bar. > Tapley’s Pub
COMMUNITY
LOCALS’ SUNDAY SESH
You are invited to party like a local at the locals’ house party. Enter as a stranger, leave as a friend. > 9 pm > Tapley’s Pub
SINGING WITH THE BABIES ALL SATURDAY NIGHT DANCE PARTY
This is Whistler’s biggest nightlife event each week. From top 40s to big hits of today and classic rock, the dance floor will be bumping! > 9 pm-2 am > Buffalo Bills
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
FOOD + DRINK
> 6-10 pm > Maury Young Whistler Youth Centre
ANARCHIST EMPLOYMENT LEAGUE
EVENTS + FESTIVALS
MADE IN WHISTLER MARKET AT THE WESTIN RESORT & SPA
The Made In Whistler Market, held at the Westin Spa & Resort on the retail level 1, is a carefully curated collections from artists and artisans from the Sea to Sky area. Find the perfect gift or a wonderful keepsake of your time in Whistler. Free. > 12-5 pm > Westin Resort & Spa
SPORTS 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
FIRE & ICE SHOW
A free, all-ages night of entertainment. Whistler’s top skiers and riders (including Whistler Blackcomb ski school instructors) spin and twist through a burning hoop. > 7 pm > Skier’s Plaza
SOULFUL SUNDAYS
Soul Club Whistler spinning that funky soul soundtrack. > 9 pm > Black’s Pub & Restaurant
Hear some old-school ska with punk energy, reggae, soul and anything else that makes people dance. > 9:30 pm > The Pemberton Hotel (Pemberton)
Join the Cultural Centre after hours for a culinary journey that blends traditional ingredients and food preparation with modern plates while Nation members in regalia share songs and stories from their journey along the Pow Wow circuit. Guided tour at 5:30 p.m. optional; welcome song and dinner at 6 pm. $75. 604-967-1281. > 5:15-8 pm > Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre
OPEN MIC JAM NIGHT
YOUTH CENTRE DROP-IN
COMMUNITY
FAMILY STUDIO SUNDAY SUNDAY NIGHT THEORY
LADIES’ NIGHT
It’s Whistler’s No. 1 stop for stag and stagette parties. DJ Turtle and friends mix up everything from hip hop, R&B, new rap, dance hall and Top 40 bangers. Email guestlist@moejoes.com for VIP and group perks. > 9:30 pm > Moe Joe’s
> 3 pm > Audain Art Museum
FIRST NATIONS WINTER FEAST WALK AND TALK SERIES, PERMANENT COLLECTION
SUPER SPORTS SATURDAY BROTHER TWANG
WALK AND TALK SERIES, SPECIAL EXHIBITION
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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
ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT
Family Studio Sunday is every Sunday from 12 to 4pm. > first Sunday of every month, 12-4 pm > Audain Art Museum
GAMES CAFE
Come in and enjoy a massive selection of popular games. > 4-8 pm > Cranked Espresso Bar
SUNDAZE WITH DJ NAT MOREL SUPREME SATURDAY
Supreme Saturday features a rotation of Canada’s best DJs, playing alongside local talent. > 10 pm > Garfinkel’s
Spend your Sundays in a heady daze. Head over for DJ Nat Morel’s Brickworks residency, Sundaze, every week for après from 3 pm 604-962-2929. > 3-6 pm > Brickworks Public House
WALK AND TALK SERIES, PERMANENT COLLECTION > 1 pm > Audain Art Museum
Go Girls! • 2.5 hours, once a week, at a local community centre for 10 weeks.
Big Brother/Big Sister • 2-4 hours, once a week, in your community, for 1 year minimum.
In-School Mentor • 1 hour, once a week, on school grounds, during the school year.
Learn more today: sea-to-sky.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca (SQUAMISH): 1-604-892-3125 (WHISTLER): 1-604-966-1030
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ITS YOUR TIME TO SHINE OPEN MIC AND 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
RECOVERY MONDAYS
Whistlers biggest party every Monday Night. DJ Fidel Cashflow and Jacky Murda help you dance your hangovers away with the best in EDM. 604-935-1152. > 9:30 pm-3 am > Moe Joe’s
SPORTS
ADULT AND TEEN SKATING
Whistler Skating Club offers an adult and teen skating program. Returning to skating or wanting to learn. For more information or to register, call 604-935-PLAY (7529) or visit www.whistler.ca/recreation. > 6:30-7:30 pm > Meadow Park Sports Centre
COMMUNITY
FREE CONSULTATION In person or by phone
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BLACK ‘N’ BLUES
Blues night with Sean Rose. > 8 pm > Black’s Pub & Restaurant
604.932.3211 332-4370 lorimer road s.shaw@raceandco.com
R A C E A N D C O M PA N Y. C O M
Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land
NOT YOUR GRANDMA’S BINGO
Take notice that Big Mountain Bike Adventures Ltd based in Whistler, BC has applied to the Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development (FLNROD), Surrey for a License of Occupation for Commercial Recreation purposes situated on Provincial Crown land located in the vicinity of THOSE UNALIENATED AND UNENCUMBERED LAND SITUATED IN THE VINCINTY OF PEMBERTON, SQUAMISH OR WHISTLER, SHOWN OUTLINED ON SKETCHES ATTACHED.
TOMMY TUESDAYS
The Lands File Number for this application is 2412096. Comments on this application may be submitted in two ways:
Join us every Tuesday for a BINGO night like no other. These games will have you crying with laughter. > 8 pm > Tapley’s Pub
DJ Dre Morel and weekly guests turning it up every Tuesday night all winter long. Pop, rock and hip hop to crank up your Tuesday night. For guest list and VIP reservations, visit tommyswhistler.com. > 8 pm > Tommys Whistler
WHISTLER TRI CLUB SWIM SQUAD > 6-7:15 am > Meadow Park Sports Centre
REAL ESTATE
> 4-8 pm > Cranked Espresso Bar
MONDAY MIX MADNESS
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
BUSINESS LAW
GAMES CAFE
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
WILL & ESTATES
On Monday afternoons, you can find representatives from the Whistler Welcome Centre, WorkBC, Whistler Community Services Society, and the Sea to Sky Legal Advocacy Program at the Library. No appointment required, all services are completely free. Visit whistlerlibrary.ca/events for more details. > 3-6 pm > Whistler Public Library
KARAOKE NIGHT
“I Will Survive” won’t sing itself, so come over to Whistler’s longest-running karaoke night and belt out all your favourite hits. Arrive early to avoid disappointment. > 9 pm > Crystal Lounge
TUESDAY TURNTABLISM WITH DJ PRAIZ
1) Online via the Applications and Reasons for Decision Database website at: https://comment.nrs.gov.bc.ca/applications 2) By mail to Senior Land Officer at 200-10428 153rd Street, Surrey, BC V3R 1E1. Comments will be received by the Ministry of Forests Lands and Natural Resource Operations until March 28, 2020. Comments received after this date may not be considered. 3) Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For information, contact Information Access Operations at the Ministry of Technology, Innovation and Citizens’ Services in Victoria at: www.gov.bc.ca/citz/iao/. SEA TO SKY MAP.
Hip hop, drum and bass and jazz mixes that transcend eras, beats that burn hard and sooth like aloe vera. > 10 pm-2 am > The Keg
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
FAMILY APRÈS
Sip a hot beverage and enjoy live music, dancing, face painting, hula hooping, characters in costume, balloon twisting animals, arts and crafts, popcorn, cookies, doughnuts, juggling and games. > 3-6 pm > Whistler Olympic Plaza
ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT
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
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
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Notice of Public Hearing TUESDAY, MARCH 3, 2020 – 6:00 P.M.
MAURICE YOUNG ARTS CENTRE (formerly MILLENNIUM PLACE) Franz Wilhelmsen Theatre, 4335 Blackcomb Way, Whistler BC ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW (WHISTLER MOUNTAIN SKI CLUB) No. 2256, 2020 SUBJECT LANDS: 2028 Rob Boyd Way More specifically these lands are described as: LOT 3 DISTRICT LOT 5316 GROUP 1 NWD, LMP47410, PID: 024-867-900 and as shown on the map attached to this notice. PURPOSE: In general terms, the purpose of the proposed Bylaw is to rezone the lands from CC2 (Commercial Core Two) to LR11 (Leisure Recreation Eleven) to enable development of a proposed new residential building containing four units and utilizing approximately 380 square metres gross floor area. INSPECTION OF DOCUMENTS: A copy of the proposed Bylaw and relevant background documentation may be inspected at the Reception Desk of Municipal Hall at 4325 Blackcomb Way, Whistler, BC, during regular office hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., from Monday to Friday (statutory holidays excluded) from February 20, 2020 to and including March 3, 2020. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: All persons, who believe their interest in the property is affected by the proposed Bylaw, will be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard by Council at the Public Hearing. Written comments must be addressed to “Mayor and Council”, and include a mailing address and must be submitted prior to the public hearing (by 4:00 p.m. on March 3, 2020) :
Email: corporate@whistler.ca Fax: 604-935-8109 Hard Copy: Legislative Services Department 4325 Blackcomb Way Whistler BC V0N 1B4 All submissions included in the Public Hearing Package will form part of the public record. The Package will be available on our website at www.whistler.ca with other associated information.
SPORTS
WILDIN’ OUT WEDNESDAYS FEATURING DJ GAINZ
WE RUN WHISTLER: WEEKLY GROUP RUN
Group run for intermediate runners and above. We offer two distance options,~6 km and ~10 km. Check our Facebook page (facebook.com/groups/werunwhistler) for weekly updates. Visit werunwhistler.com to plan your winter of running. #werunwhistler rain or shine! Headlamps are mandatory. Free. > 5:55 pm. > Lululemon
COMMUNITY
GAMES CAFE
> 4-8 pm > Cranked Espresso Bar
WHISTLER SINGERS COMMUNITY CHOIR
Whistler’s community choir where everyone (ages 13 and up) is welcome. If you’d like to sing some great songs with others in a community-minded environment, come and join them. No auditions, no music reading ability necessary. 604-932-2979 > 7-9 pm > Myrtle Philip Community Centre
ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW (WHISTLER MOUNTAIN SKI CLUB) NO. 2256, 2020 SUBJECT LANDS – 2028 ROB BOYD WAY, WHISTLER, BC
ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT
BOOK & CRAFT CLUB
Drop in for this casual session, where preschoolaged children will enjoy a short story and then use different media to create a fun craft. A great opportunity for parents to connect with other parents of young children! > 10:30-11:30 am > Whistler Public Library
WALK AND TALK SERIES, PERMANENT COLLECTION > 1 pm > Audain Art Museum
FOOD + DRINK
GAMES CAFE
> 4-8 pm > Cranked Espresso Bar
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A Louisiana fairy tale from somewhere over in Rainbow. With a voice that embodies 100 years of music, a finger style guitar rooted in the Delta, this local legend presents covers new and old in an Americana Roots Swing Style. Free. 604-966-5711 > 6-9 pm > Cure Lounge at Nita Lake Lodge
Interact is a club for young people aged 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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Green Drinks is a global movement in over 70 countries and 537 cities worldwide. Locally it is hosted by AWARE, Whistler’s environmental charity. The group comes together on every first Wednesday of the month to discuss local or global environmental issues and concern, brainstorming ideas and promoting sustainable living. A great way to meet new likeminded people in town and have stimulating conversation. By donation. > first Wednesday of every month, 7-9 pm > Black’s Pub & Restaurant
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Free Will Astrology WEEK OF FEBRUARY 27 BY ROB BREZSNY
ARIES (March 21-April 19): You may sometimes reach a point where you worry that conditions are not exactly right to pursue your dreams or fulfil your holy quest. Does that describe your current situation? If so, I invite you to draw inspiration from Spanish writer Miguel de Cervantes (1547–1616), who’s regarded as one of history’s foremost novelists. Here’s how one observer described Cervantes during the time he was working on his masterpiece, the novel titled Don Quixote: “shabby, obscure, disreputable, pursued by debts, with only a noisy tenement room to work in.” Cervantes dealt with imperfect conditions just fine. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): “True success is figuring out your life and career so you never have to be around jerks,” says Taurus filmmaker, actor, and author John Waters. I trust that you have been intensely cultivating that kind of success in the last few weeks, Taurus—and that you will climax this wondrous accomplishment with a flourish during the next few weeks. You’re on the verge of achieving a new level of mastery in the art of immersing yourself in environments that bring out the best in you. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): I would love for you to become more powerful, Gemini—not necessarily in the sense of influencing the lives of others, but rather in the sense of managing your own affairs with relaxed confidence and crisp competence. What comes to mind when I urge you to expand your self-command and embolden your ambition? Is there an adventure you could initiate that would bring out more of the swashbuckler in you? CANCER (June 21-July 22): For my Cancerian readers in the Southern Hemisphere, this oracle will be in righteous alignment with the natural flow of the seasons. That’s because February is the hottest, laziest, most spacious time of year in that part of the world—a logical moment to take a lavish break from the daily rhythm and escape on a vacation or pilgrimage designed to provide relaxation and renewal. Which is exactly what I’m advising for all of the Earth’s Cancerians, including those in the Northern Hemisphere. So for those of you above the equator, I urge you to consider thinking like those below the equator. If you can’t get away, make a blanket fort in your home and pretend. Or read a book that takes you on an imaginary journey. Or hang out at an exotic sanctuary in your hometown. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Leo author Walter Scott (1771– 1832) was a pioneer in the genre of the historical novel. His stories were set in various eras of the Scottish past. In those pre-telephone and pre-internet days, research was a demanding task. Scott travelled widely to gather tales from keepers of the oral tradition. In accordance with current astrological omens, Leo, I recommend that you draw inspiration from Scott’s old-fashioned approach. Seek out direct contact with the past. Put yourself in the physical presence of storytellers and elders. Get first-hand knowledge about historical events that will inspire your thoughts about the future of your life story. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Over a period of 40 years, the artist Rembrandt (1606–1663) gazed into a mirror as he created more than 90 self-portraits—about 10 per cent of his total work. Why? Art scholars don’t have a definitive answer. Some think he did self-portraits because they sold well. Others say that because he worked so slowly, he himself was the only person he could get to model for long periods. Still others believe this was his way of cultivating self-knowledge, equivalent to an author writing an autobiography. In the coming weeks, I highly recommend that you engage in your personal equivalent of extended mirror-gazing. It’s a favourable time to understand yourself better. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): From author Don DeLillo’s many literary works, I’ve gathered five quotes to serve as your guideposts in the coming weeks. These observations are all in synchronistic alignment with your current
needs. 1. Sometimes a thing that’s hard is hard because you’re doing it wrong. 2. You have to break through the structure of your own stonework habit just to make yourself listen. 3. Something is always happening, even on the quietest days and deep into the night, if you stand a while and look. 4. The world is full of abandoned meanings. In the commonplace, I find unexpected themes and intensities. 5. What we are reluctant to touch often seems the very fabric of our salvation. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): “I remember a time when a cabbage could sell itself just by being a cabbage,” wrote Scorpio author Jean Giraudoux (1882–1944). “Nowadays it’s no good being a cabbage—unless you have an agent and pay him a commission.” He was making the point that for us humans, it’s not enough to simply become good at a skill and express that skill; we need to hire a publicist or marketing wizard or distributor to make sure the world knows about our offerings. Generally, I agree with Giradoux’s assessment. But I think that right now it applies to you only minimally. The coming weeks will be one of those rare times when your interestingness will shine so brightly, it will naturally attract its deserved attention. Your motto, from industrialist Henry J. Kaiser: “When your work speaks for itself, don’t interrupt.” SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): When he was 29 years old, Sagittarian composer Ludwig Beethoven published his String Quartet, Op. 18, No. 4. Most scholars believe that the piece was an assemblage of older material he had created as a young man. A similar approach might work well for you in the coming weeks, Sagittarius. I invite you to consider the possibility of repurposing tricks and ideas that weren’t quite ripe when you first used them. Recycling yourself makes good sense. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Are there parts of your life that seem to undermine other parts of your life? Do you wish there was greater harmony between your heart and your head, between your giving and your taking, between your past and your future? Wouldn’t it be wonderful if you could infuse your cautiousness with the wildness of your secret self? I bring these questions to your attention, Capricorn, because I suspect you’re primed to address them with a surge of innovative energy. Here’s my prediction: Healing will come as you juxtapose apparent opposites and unite elements that have previously been unconnected. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): When he was 19, the young poet Robert Graves joined the British army to fight in the First World War. Two years later, the Times of London newspaper reported that he had been killed at the Battle of the Somme in France. But it wasn’t true. Graves was very much alive, and continued to be for another 69 years. During that time, he wrote 55 books of poetry, 18 novels, and 55 other books. I’m going to be bold and predict that this story can serve as an apt metaphor for your destiny in the coming weeks and months. Some dream or situation or influence that you believed to be gone will in fact have a very long second life filled with interesting developments. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): If you’re like most of us, you harbour desires for experiences that might be gratifying in some ways but draining in others. If you’re like most of us, you may on occasion get attached to situations that are mildly interesting, but divert you from situations that could be amazingly interesting and enriching. The good news, Pisces, is that you are now in a phase when you have maximum power to wean yourself from these wasteful tendencies. The coming weeks will be a favourable time to identify your two or three most important and exciting longings—and take a sacred oath to devote yourself to them above all other wishes and hopes. Homework: Try to identify which aspect of your life needs healing more than any other aspect. FreeWillAstrology.com
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Ma�nee performance 3:00pm | Doors 2:30pm Evening performance 7:30pm | Doors 7:00pm All ages | Silent auc�on | Cash bar Maury Young Arts Centre
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Share your feedback in the Whistler Transportation Survey* (February 20 – March 12, 2020) Provide feedback on the recommended 2020-2021 priority transportation actions. Let us know what you think about transportation-based climate actions. Find the survey, presentation materials and video from the recent Information Session at whistler.ca/MovingWhistler *Enter to win a 6-month bus pass.
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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
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.
We are the Spa for you If you are looking for a new place to call home: • We manifest positive energy • We have a long term and loyal team • We treat you fairly and look out for your wellness • You are listened to • We give you proper breaks and time to set up between services • We offer extended medical benefits • We have potential staff housing at affordable rates • You can enjoy $5.00 cafeteria meals • You have the opportunity to work for other Vida locations in slow season We are here for you. Vida Spa at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler is currently recruiting:
Come and join our dynamic Front Office leadership team!
Assistant Manager, Front Office Night Manager, Front Office
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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
Certified Dental Assistant for busy family dental clinic
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
Located 20 minutes north of whistler in the beautiful pemberton valley. Also seeking
Part-time Dental Hygienist PROFESSIONAL NETWORKING
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Whistler Breakfast Club Meets monthly at 6:45-8:30am at Whistler Chamber office. Offering a chance for business owners to meet and "speed network" with other business owners to build their circle of contacts and collaborators in the Sea 2 Sky Corridor. Learn more at facebook.com/ whistlerbreakfastclub
Whistler Chamber of Commerce - Is the leading business association in Whistler that works to create a vibrant & successful economy. Learn more about the programs & services at www.whistlerchamber.com
Women of Whistler - Group that provides opportunities for Whistler businesswomen to network, gain knowledge & share ideas in a friendly, relaxed environment. Learn more at www.womenofwhistler.com
Email “info@pembertonvalleydental.ca” or fax to 604-894-6934
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Looking for a dog to adopt? Look for WAG’s bright orange bandanas on dogs being walked by volunteers! These dogs are looking for their forever home. 604.935.8364 | www.whistlerwag.com
PORCA is hiring! The Pemberton Off-Road Cycling Association (PORCA) is seeking
QUALIFIED MOUNTAIN BIKE COACHES for spring programs. Visit our website www.porcabikes.com for more information and to apply.
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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
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.
SPECIALIST, WEB MARKETING & SALES Full Time, Year Round The Specialist, Web Marketing & Sales monitors, audits and updates the Whistler.com website to support the execution of Whistler.com’s goals and objectives. As the champion of the sales pages of Whistler.com, the Specialist collaborates with Tourism Whistler’s Marketing teams to ensure the right message hits the right consumer at the right time.
TRAVEL CONSULTANT Full Time, Year Round Travel Consultants have a passion for ensuring that guests have the best possible vacation experience in Whistler. The main goal of Travel Consultants is to sell an entire Whistler vacation package, including accommodations, activities and transportation to guests worldwide.
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
ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY We are also recruiting for: Associate, Conference Sales (Full Time, Year Round), Coordinator, Destination Development (Full Time, Year Round). To view our career opportunities, and to apply, visit us online at: whistler.com/careers.
Earthsave Whistler - Providing info & support to people who are interested in making healthier, greener, more peaceful food choices. earthsavewhistler.com
Healthy Home, Healthy Planet - Expert in green cleaning offers tricks, info & advice on the best way to green clean your home or work space! Call France 604-698-7479. Free private presentation on request. www. healthylivingwhistler.com
Re-Build-It Centre - Daily 10:00am to 5:00pm. Accepting donations of furniture, quality used building supplies & new items. Deliveries and pickups available for $35. Call 604.932.1125, www.mywcss.org, rebuildit@mywss.org
Roland’s Pub is looking for an experienced daytime line cook. Full time available. Wage based on experience, starting at minimum $18/hour plus tips and staff meal every shift. Extended medical & dental benefits after 3 months full time employment. Staff discounts in Roland’s Pub and Red Door Bistro. Apply in person or email resume to info@rolandswhistler.com
Basalt Wine + Salumeria are currently looking to fill the roles of:
COOKS Please send your cover letter and resume to skeenan-naf@crystal-lodge.com Wages are very competitive (based on experience), great perks and benefits. Come join the best team in Whistler!
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Regional Recycling - Recycle beverage containers (full deposit paid) electronics, appliances, batteries, Lightbulbs, drop-off times are 9am-5pm on Nesters Rd. Pick up service 604-932-3733
Re-Use-It - Daily 11:00am to 6:00pm, Donate all household goods in good shape. Accepting bottles & cans, old electronics, anything with a cord, and light fixtures for recycling. All proceeds to WCSS. Call 604.932.1121, www.mywcss.org, reuseit@mywcss.org.
The Association of Whistler Area Residents for the Environment (AWARE) Whistler's Natural Voice since 1989. Regular events, project and volunteer opportunities. www.awarewhistler.org info@awarewhistler.org
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
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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 604-932-3202 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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Pique is looking for a delivery driver with a reliable vehicle to deliver Pique Newsmagazine in Whistler. Delivery is on Thursday mornings. Experience is not essential as a full route list and training will be provided. Please reply with name, phone number, and a resume to hrode@wplpmedia.com
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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.
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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
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 - WCSS subsidizes access to a private counsellor depending on financial need. Contact an outreach worker at 604.932.0113 or visit www.mywcss.org. 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
ResortQuest Whistler is currently hiring:
· Room Attendants Benefits include - activity allowance, extended medical, RRSP match, opportunities for growth and more. To apply for this opportunity, please specify the position and email your resume and cover letter to: beth.fraser@resortquestwhistler.com We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
… and discover why Nita Lake Lodge is the place for you! Work alongside our amazing team and enjoy perks: o Staff rates at our award winning spa and restaurants o A free overnight stay each year as well as friends and family rates o Benefits & End of Season Bonus ($200) o Work for a Canadian family owned and operated Boutique Lodge
We are currently hiring:
BANQUET MANAGER / CAPTAIN GUEST SERVICE AGENT NAIL TECHNICIAN NIGHT AUDITOR PASTRY ASSISTANT
SHUTTLE DRIVER SOUS CHEF STEWARD F&B SUPPORT STAFF
email your resume and expression of interest to: careers@nitalakelodge.com
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NOW HIRING AT OUR WHISTLER LOCATION If you are a student 15 years or older, we have flexible hours and we want you!
Grocery Clerks Produce Clerks Deli Clerks Meat Clerks Bakery Clerks Juice Bar Clerks E-mail or drop in your resume to: bruce_stewart@nestersmarket.com please cc ian_fairweather@nestersmarket.com or call us at 604-932-3545 PERKS • Competitive wage – Depending on expereince • Access to medical and dental benefits for full time applicants • Percentage discount from store bought goods • Flexible and set schedule • Relative training
Full Time, Year Round The Coordinator, Destination Development works with both the Destination Development (80%) and Market Development (20%) departments. This position supports the fulfillment of Tourism Whistler’s goals and objectives through maintaining administration needs to the departments, with a focus on building strong relationships with our clients and members.
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.
ASSOCIATE, CONFERENCE SALES Full Time, Year Round The Associate, Conference Sales supports the fulfillment of Tourism Whistler’s goals and objectives through the building of relationships with our clients. Through the use of outstanding communication, interpersonal skills, a high level of enthusiasm and initiative, the Associate will deliver superior service to our clients with a strong passion for our industry and purpose. We are also recruiting for: Specialist, Web Marketing & Sales (Full Time, Year Round), Travel Consultant (Full Time, Year Round). To view our career opportunities, and to apply, visit us online at: whistler.com/careers.
CHIROPRACTIC OFFICE ASSISTANT
Whistler Chiropractic is looking for a self motivated long-term local with administrative office experience to provide friendly service to our patients. We offer a social, relaxed work environment, flexible hours and chiropractic care for you and your family. The hours are 9:45am to 6:30pm Monday, Wednesday, Friday and some Saturdays. Salary is based on experience. Please email your application to whistlerchiropractic@gmail.com
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We offer competitive wages, a unique environment, seasonal bonuses, staff discounts and benefits. Ask about accommodation.
Come Grow Sport with us at our Whistler Olympic Legacy Venues
Whistler Olympic Park (Nordic Skiing, Snowshoeing and Outdoor Activities) Nordic Sport Instructor Guide/Shuttle Bus Driver
Visit our website to view current postings and to apply: www.whistlersportlegacies.com/careers
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North Shore Schizophrenia Society Services for family, friends & community. Mental illness info, support & advocacy. Call Chris Dickenson at 604-966-7334 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 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 Sea to Sky WorkBC Centre - Provides free one-stop employment services to job seekers and employers. Services available in Whistler, Squamish, Pemberton & Mt. Currie. For more information, call us: 1-800-7631681 or email: centre-squamish@workbc.ca Support Counselling - For women regarding abuse & relationship issues. No charge. Call 604-894-6101 Victim Services - Assists victims, witnesses, family members or friends directly affected by any criminal act or traumatic event. Call 604-905-1969 Whistler Community Services Society Outreach Services Now Available Monday to Saturday at our new location - 8000 Nesters Road (next to WAG) 604.932.0113 www. mywcss.org
Whistler Athletes’ Centre (High Performance Training and Accommodation) Facility General Maintenance
(Bobsleigh, Luge & Skeleton) Supervisor, Sport & Guest Services – Mat Leave
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/food-bank Healthy Pregnancy Outreach ProgramLearn how to prepare healthy affordable meals at this outreach program. Sea to Sky Community Services 604-894-6101
COORDINATOR, DESTINATION DEVELOPMENT
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Food Bank, Pemberton - Run by Sea to Sky Community Service. Open every second Monday. 604 894 6101
Whistler for the Disabled - Provides info for people with disabilities on what to do & where to go. Visit www. whistlerforthedisabled.com
Is hiring (FULL TIME) DISHWASHERS
Whistler Housing Authority - Long term rental & ownership housing for qualified Whistler employees . Visit www. whistlerhousing.ca
Wages are very competitive (based on experience), great perks and benefits. Come join the best team in Whistler!
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
Interested applicants please email your resume to or contact Samantha at skeenan-naf@Crystal-Lodge.com
Whistler Multicultural Network Settlement information, social support and programs for newcomers and immigrants living/working in Whistler. 604-388-5511 www.whistlermulticulturalnetwork.com
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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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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, 5:30 pm. 604.688.1716
Floor Managers & Office Assistants who are eager to learn and grow up through our ranks.
Are you troubled by someone's drink-ing? Al-Anon is for you! Pemberton sat-ellite group to Whistler Al-Anon meets every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at St Francis Catholic Church, 1360 Pemberton Farm Rd. Pemberton, BC 6:00-8:00pm. Call 604-688-1716
Permanent Residency support also available for the right potentials. Please apply online at www.earlswantsyou.com
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.
Epilepsy Support Group- For individuals & families seeking guidance or support. Contact eswhistler@gmail.com
Immigrant Peer Educators - Immigrants providing support and information for those who may be experiencing challenges adjusting to a new culture. 604-388-5511 info@whistlermulticulturalnetwork.com
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 Premier Resorts, Whistler’s leading property management firm is currently recruiting!
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LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED CHARACTERS WANTED! Barista/Café Team Member Food Handling & Barista Experience Necessary Benefits! • Affordable Staff Housing • $262.50 Biweekly For Your Own Room! • 15% Off Purchases & Groceries At “The Grocery Store” • Seasonal Bonuses • Staff Parties • Staff Meals & More POP BY TO APPLY! @ 1380 ALPHA LAKE ROAD OR EMAIL: ian@whistlergrocery.com
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SUPPORT GROUPS Whistler Alcoholics Anonymous: 12-step support group for men and women who want to stop drinking or are recovering from alcoholism. Evening meetings are held 8:00pm Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays and 7:00pm Monday. Whistler Medical Center, 4380 Lorimer Road, 2nd Floor multiple purpose room; 604905-5489, https://www.bcyukonaa.org
N’Quatqua Child and Family Development Centre PO BOX 88/64 CASPER CHARLIE PLACE, DARCY BC V0N 1L0
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POSITION: INFANT TODDLER EDUCATOR Nature of position: Regular, Full-Time Term: Ongoing Start Date: Immediately QUALIFICATIONS: • Valid Early Childhood Educator Certificate and License to Practice as an Infant Toddler Educator (or in the process of obtaining your License to Practice) JOB SKILLS AND ABILITIES: • Planning & implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum that supports community inclusion and is culturally significant for young Aboriginal children. • Understanding and working knowledge of Child Care Licensing Regulations. • Interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
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• Self-directed and able to initiate and complete projects • Ability to work independently and as a member of a team REQUIREMENTS: • Standard First Aid with CPR-C & Clear Criminal Record Check • Food Safe certificate, or willingness to obtain • Evidence that the candidate has complied with the Province’s immunization and tuberculosis control programs. Wage: Negotiable depending on experience Hours of work: 32 hours per week Location: D’Arcy, BC Closing Date: Until position is filled
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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
The Restaurant Director is responsible for overseeing the execution of efficient restaurant operations, as well as maintaining high production, productivity, quality, and customer service standards. Leading by example, this hands-on management role provides a high level of event oversight, technical proficiency, and operational/personnel support.
Roman Catholic ChurchCome celebrate Mass at Our Lady of the Mountains, Whistler on Saturday 5pm, Sunday 9am, and Tuesday through Friday at 7pm. St. Francis of Assisi, Pemberton on Sunday, 12:30pm and Friday 9am. St. Christopher's, Mt. Currie on Sunday, 11am and Thursday, 11am. 604-905-4781
• Min. 8 years of experience in the food and beverage industry • Min. 5 years of management experience within a similar venue Apply online at toptable.ca/careers
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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
Staff Housing Available! Competitive Wage + Benefits Package
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Get Bear Smart Society - Learn more about coexisting with bears. To report a conflict, garbage or attractant issue call 604-905-BEAR (2327) ww.bearsmart.com
Our outstanding team is looking to add individuals with a variety of skill sets and experience. Friendly, hardworking candidates are invited to apply.
Pemberton Wildlife Association Advocates for the conservation of fish, wildlife & wilderness recreation. Also offering target shooting & archery facilities. www.pembertonwildlifeassociation.com
Please email your resume & cover letter to careers@araxi.com or info@baroso.ca or present in person at Araxi or Bar Oso between 3-5 pm daily.
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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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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES PIQUENEWSMAGAZINE.COM/JOBS The Pony in Pemberton is searching for a creative and energetic person to join our team. This position suits someone looking to grow into the Sous Chef role. Duties Include: * overseeing and training of line cooks * preparing of recipes to our standard or presentation and quality *creation of daily specials * adhering to all sanitation and food production codes. If you’re interested in learning and expressing your creativity using the freshest local ingredients, and looking for the next step in your culinary career, please email or drop in with your resume, to Neal or Alex. neal@thepony.ca
LAZY BEAR LODGE requires CHEFS, FIRST & LINE COOKS & BAKERS Located in Churchill, Manitoba. Our season runs from Mid-June to 3rd week in November. Staff housing provided. Email resume to louise@lazybearexpeditions.com or fax 1-204-353-2944.
Lazy Bear Lodge Servers, Front Desk & Housekeeping Staff Required Located in Churchill, Manitoba. Our season runs from Mid-June to 3rd week in November. Staff housing provided. Email resume to louise@lazybearexpeditions.com or fax 1-204-353-2944
Murphy Construction CONSTRUCTION CAREER Are you a rock star Site Supervisor that enjoys running new and exciting projects? Are you a lead carpenter that is looking for more responsibility? Do you want to become a Gold Seal Supervisor? Do you have the skills to pay the bills? We are hiring for all the jobs. natalie@murphyconstruction.ca www.murphyconstruction.ca
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The successful candidate will have demonstrated ability in: • Ability to develop and maintain a warm, caring, responsive relationship with the child. • Ability to establish and maintain supportive, collaborative relationships with families and staff. • Ability to maintain confidentiality, positive, professional, nonjudgmental attitude. • Physically ability to carry out the duties of the position. • Planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum that supports community, inclusion and is culturally significant for young Aboriginal children • Understanding and working knowledge of Child Care Licensing regulations • Interpersonal, written, oral communication skills and maintaining positive communication with parents • Collaborating with community service providers, Self-directed and able to initiate and complete projects In addition, the Early Childhood Educator and/or Aboriginal Supported Child Development Support Worker will have: • A minimum of 2 years work experience in a child care setting • Valid Early Childhood Education Certificate, Special Needs License to Practice or going to school to take Early Childhood Educator and/or special needs. • Special Needs certificate or relevant experience preferred • Clear Criminal Records Check & Current First Aid • Food Safe, or willingness to obtain • Some knowledge of curriculum and philosophies in First Nations Early Childhood settings Terms of Employment: • Full-time Permanent, Monday to Friday hours to be determined • Start Date: As soon as possible • Wage: (negotiable depending on experience) Cover Letter & Resume to: Title: Lisa Sambo, Manager Agency: N’Quatqua Child and Family Development Centre Email: lisa.sambo@nquatqua.ca Fax: 604-452-3295/3280 Deadline: until position is filled We thank all those who apply. Only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
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Whistler’s award winning publications are seeking a part-time intermediate graphic designer. QUALIFICATIONS: • Advanced knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator. • Understanding of newspaper printing process, including how to design for newsprint and how to preflight artwork for newsprint output. • Minimum 2 years 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 strict deadlines. • Accuracy and attention to detail. • Illustration skills an asset. Please email your resume and portfolio in confidence to: Karl Partington, Production Manager karl@piquenewsmagazine.com
EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITIES APPLY TODAY! Diamond Resorts Canada Ltd., Whistler, BC
Full & Part Time Housekeepers Eligible successful candidates may receive*: • Extensive benefits package which may include; ski pass or wellness allowance, disability coverage, travel insurance and extended health and dental. • Travel Allowance and discounted employee rates at any Diamond Resort International resort. • Full-time work year round and a FUN work environment. *eligibility and conditions based on DRCL policies and practices set out in general terms and conditions of employment.
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How to get more people onto transit WHAT CAN BE MORE SOULSAPPING —life-threatening conditions or income tax deadline time aside—than regularly sitting in gridlocked traffic? Vehicles crawling at a pace just slightly faster than a walk, taillights stretching for as far as you can see ahead of you, no route alternatives, no way out. You sit, fiddle with your music, podcasts, radio whatever to take your mind off your lack of progress. You note with pleasure you remembered to buy gas but wish you’d have used the toilet when you stopped. Your growing discomfort is only mildly placated by the soothing warmth of
BY G.D. MAXWELL your heated seat. But back to the question. What can be more soul sapping than that? Sitting in that same gridlock on a bus. In an uncomfortable seat. If you’re lucky. More likely standing. Next to someone wolfing down a grossly aromatic breakfast burrito. Sipping Red Bull. Tinny, unrecognizable music leaking out from cheap earbuds. Wearing ski gear that hasn’t had a wash for several seasons. The challenge, one of many facing Whistler, is getting more people to choose the transit option. And one of the biggest factors in getting people to choose transit is exactly the scenario outlined above. With no dedicated transit lanes, people who own cars are faced with that choice if they need or want to travel during what are increasingly becoming local rush hours, a misnomer if ever there was one. On any given day, but especially on weekends and holidays, early morning traffic heading north into Whistler can be backed up to the bottom of powerline hill. Any day it’s likely to be backed up to Function Junction. The reasons are easy to enumerate: Two lanes merge into one just south of the Function intersection and remain single into Whistler; more traffic enters from Cheakamus Crossing, Spring Creek, Alta Lake road, Bayshore, Creekside, Nordic, Hillcrest, Blueberry and Brio; pedestrians and drivers trigger the pedestrian crossing light at Alta Lake Road; stop lights at Function, Bayshore, Creekside and Blueberry. It’s better coming south but morning traffic, especially powder morning traffic, crawls as Pemberton commuters meet Emerald then Rainbow, then Alpine, then Nick North and hit lights at most of those neighbourhoods and Mons and White Gold and Lorimer. And things get worse if there’s a snow plough leading the conga line. It’s, well, soul-sapping. But most vehicle owners, absent an incentive or disincentive, will choose to tough it out in the personal and comfortable confines of their cars
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rather than walk to and wait for transit. Chalk it up to human nature. Incentive and disincentive. Carrot and stick. The incentive of better health and a reduced risk of cancer wasn’t enough to make drastic reductions in the numbers of people who smoked cigarettes. But coupled with the disincentive of prohibitive taxes and public prohibitions, smoking went from being de rigueur to a vilified activity in the course of a generation. Without a major incentive to make people choose transit, Whistler is probably near the plateau of per capita ridership. The biggest incentive, the one that will get more people out of cars and on to busses, will be transit-only lanes. Given the bizarre limitations of Highway 99—two lanes into one lane into two lanes back into one lane from the Village to just south of Creekside—the only way to accomplish that is counterflow lanes during peak periods. And if you were around in 2010, yes, that’s what we had during the Olympics™. Watching busses zip by in their own lane while you’re sitting in gridlock is about as good an incentive as you can get. Especially coupled with healthy disincentives. Alas, that’s where the 2020 Priority Actions coming from the Transportation Advisory Group (TAG) presented last week fall short. Not enough incentive. Not enough disincentive. Instead, an incremental approach that will result in
some, but limited, changes in behaviour. TAG’s goals include providing quality travel experiences, minimizing motor vehicle travel and resultant greenhouse gas emissions, reducing dependence on private cars, anticipating future needs and population growth and providing viable alternatives to and from the resort. The actions enumerated, however, focus on the highway’s capacity from Function Junction to Lorimer Road. Whistler’s problem with traffic begins much further south and, to a lesser degree, north. There is nothing we can do about traffic that’s passing through Whistler and little we can do about commercial traffic coming to Whistler, although I remember talk about a transhipment terminal for the Olympics™ where large trucks would offload cargo onto smaller trucks which would be allowed in the village, thus removing the macabre dance of 18-wheelers making deliveries on narrow streets. And the only way we can address some commuter traffic from Squamish and Pemberton is by making inroads into regional transit. That effort has failed to find much traction at the necessary levels of government and remains problematic. But there are things we can do to lessen the flow of day-skier traffic. Satellite parking at the Callaghan, as existed in Olympic™ time for one. Of course, that would only work if there were a transit lane running into town and a hefty disincentive to drive further.
On the disincentive side, well, there isn’t much there. Raising daily rates in Lots 1-3 from $10/day to $12 isn’t a disincentive at all. I can’t remember the last time I had to park in downtown Vancouver and got away for less than $25. And once again, there is no recognition that Lot 1 is more attractive than Lot 2, which is more attractive than Lot 3. Same price across all three lots. You can read about the initiatives and have your say by doing a survey at www.whistler.ca/movingwhistler. This is my say. Charge $25/day (or more) in Lot 1, $22 in Lot 2, $20 in Lot 3. Limit the monthly passes for those lots to residents and employees, as is done in Lots 4-5. Raise the rate in Lots 4 and 5 to $10/day, not $6. Keep the monthly passes and keep free parking during the shoulder season weeks. I know it’s contrary to the ideology but why get the natives up in arms about free parking again when you can more than make up the shortfall through increased rates? Charge $50 for anyone parking overnight at the Library. This very limited lot is being used as de facto parking for guests in nearby hotels. The $20/day proposal is a joke. Those changes are doable. With the need to get the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure onside for any changes to Highway 99, everything else is a longerterm effort. I’m not sure they’ll ever warm up to the idea of roundabouts and they’d need to get on board for any counterflow lanes to make satellite parking work. n
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