Whistler Olympic Stories
The 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games was an exciting and once-in-a-lifetime
event for Whistler residents and visitors. Check out our collection of stories written
during the Games highlighting the special and spectacular experiences shared by the
athletes, the resort and viewers from around the world.
March 24, 2010
Paralympic Gold Medal
Moments
Canadian athletes struck gold at the 2010 Paralympic Winter Games; from alpine
skiing to cross-country skiing, three athletes in particular wowed the crowds.
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March 17, 2010
Whistler’s
Welcoming and Accessible Village
Making Whistler Village accessible and inclusive for everyone is a top priority for
the resort.
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Accessible Mountain Adventure for
All
At Whistler Creekside and at Whistler Olympic Park, Paralympians are transforming
alpine and Nordic accessibility into inspirational and uplifting athletic
performances.
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February 28, 2010
Whistler’s Most
Memorable Moments of the 2010 Olympic Winter Games
There were many defining moments in Whistler during the 2010 Olympic Winter Games.
Find out what we think are the most memorable.
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Paralympic
Inspiration Up Next for Whistler
The excitement and spirit of competition live on for another 10 days when the 2010
Paralympic Winter Games kick off on March 12.
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February 27, 2010
Celebrate
Whistler-Style
Whistler’s legendary après is the perfect place to celebrate a winning
day.
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Bon Voyage — Vancouver International Airport
Serves 39,000 Passengers
March 1, 2010, was expected to be the busiest day on-record for the Vancouver
International Airport. Advance planning can help make any trip to Whistler more
enjoyable, and part of the adventure.
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February 26, 2010
Alive and Abuzz - Whistler's Vibrant
Arts Scene
The arts and culture featured every day in Whistler during the Games was just a
glimpse of what happens year-round.
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Whistler Transported – and All For a
Toonie
During the 2010 Olympic Winter Games, Whistler cultivated a new breed of rider
– the bus rider.
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February 25, 2010
Bobsleigh at the
Whistler Sliding Centre
Learn more about a unique sliding sports legacy for the Whistler community and its
visitors.
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Multi-sport Adventures in
Whistler
American athletes won both gold and silver medals in Nordic Combined, proving their
prowess in two Olympic sports. Find out how to have your own multi-sport adventure in
Whistler.
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February 24, 2010
Be Well, Ski Well: Sport and
Baths the Perfect Combination
What makes Norwegian and Swedish athletes such strong Olympic competitors? We think
it might be the baths.
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Postcards to the
World
TODAY IN WHISTLER…wish you were here! Memorable moments were plenty during
the 2010 Olympic Winter Games.
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February 23, 2010
Whistler’s Ashleigh
McIvor Strikes Gold in Ski Cross
Canada’s Ashleigh McIvor won gold in first-ever Olympic Ski Cross race at
Cypress Mountain. Find out how you too can surf the rollers on Blackcomb
Mountain.
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Olympic Digs a Great Place to
Stay
Feel like an Olympian and stay at Whistler’s famous Athletes’
Village.
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February 22, 2010
Cheer On Your Favourite
Teams with Style
The famous Vancouver 2010 red mittens were just part of the cheer wear available to
show off national pride and support the teams.
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Whistler’s Mayor Walks (and Skis!)
the Talk to Sustainability
Olympic cross-country skiing sprint events showcased amazing athleticism and
stamina. Whistler’s mayor approaches the cross-country trails as a journey, not a
sprint. Read more
February 21, 2010
Hitting the Ice in
Whistler
While hockey fans cheered on their teams in Vancouver, see how hitting the ice took
a new twist in Whistler.
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A Cultural Tour of
Whistler’s Nation Houses
Various Nation Houses welcomed visitors throughout the Games.
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February 20, 2010
Games with Gravity and
Ice: Whistler Sliding Centre
In a nail-biting finish, Canada’s Jon Montgomery claimed the gold in the
Men’s Skeleton race. Find out how you too can experience the thrill!
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Vancouver 2010 Mascots Kid
Approved
Quatchi, Miga and Sumi have a large fan base of kids and adults alike. But what
makes these Olympic mascots so special?
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February 19, 2010
Manuel
Osborne-Paradis
We asked Canadian Olympic alpine skiing racer Manuel (Manny) Osborne-Paradis to
share his ideal Whistler snow day — when he’s not training or racing
— from first run to last chair and beyond…
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A Network of Support for
Boundary-Pushing Athletics and Adventure
Whether you’re an Olympic athlete on the quest for gold, or an outdoor
recreational sports enthusiast, adventure can lead to elation… or to
injury.
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February 18, 2010
TEDx Whistler
Lively intellectual discussion in the midst of the 2010 Olympic Winter Games mania,
as TEDx Whistler pondered sustainable tourism.
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Bold, Beautiful
Adventures
Female biathletes awed a crowd of cheering, supportive spectators with their
incredible performances at Whistler Olympic Park.
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February 17, 2010
Whistler’s Terrain
Park Rangers Launch Snow-Riders’ Dreams
Whistler’s snowboard terrain parks provide thrills and big air for local
snowboard athletes who competed for Olympic gold.
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The Dave Murray
Downhill
American Lindsey Vonn owned the course in the Women's Downhill showing exactly how
to get from the top of Wildcard, to the base of the Dave Murray Downhill in
1:44:19.
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February 16, 2010
Feist's Return Olympic
Engagement
22 years later, Feist made her second Olympic performance, lifting the vibe at
Whistler Medals Plaza February 16th.
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Must Have Olympic Apps Pair Function and
Fun
Mobile apps made it fun and easy to cheer for your favourite Olympian or track a day
on the slopes GPS-style.
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February 15, 2010
Gold-Medal Gastronomy in
Whistler
For athletes at the 2010 Olympic Games, food is fuel. At Whistler’s
Araxi restaurant, featured on FOX’s Hell’s Kitchen 2009, food is
experience.
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Control on the rollers decides
podium positions for Men’s Snowboard Cross
Skill, training, mental toughness and a bit of luck – all play into achieving
a podium finish. Riding a great board can also make a good rider, great.
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February 14, 2010
Discover Your Ski Style
On Whistler's Slopes
Moguls events wowed Olympic spectators as competitors attacked the course with speed
and poise. Mogul-enthusiasts are sure to find their perfect run at Whistler
Blackcomb.
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Launching a Love Affair in the
Mountains
Recognizing the athletic couples who participated in the 2010 Olympic Winter
Games.
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February 13, 2010
Cauldron Burned Brightly at
the First Victory Ceremony in Whistler
With Whistler’s cauldron alight, athletes received well-deserved medals during
the fist Victory Ceremony at Whistler Medals Plaza, and a thrilled crowd of spectators
received its share of golden moments.
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Flying High in
Whistler
The first gold medal of the 2010 Winter Games was awarded at Whistler Olympic Park
to ski jumper Simon Ammann of Switzerland.
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February 12, 2010
Opening Ceremonies
Marked the Start of the 2010 Olympic Winter Games
The Opening Ceremonies of the XXI Olympiad kicked off the Winter Olympics at BC
Place Stadium in a sparkling homage to winter, Canadian culture and athleticism.
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2010 Olympic Winter Games
Held First Event at Whistler Olympic Park
Snow provided a white carpet welcome to spectators at Whistler Olympic Park as the
2010 Olympic Winter Games got underway.
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A wave of red mittens hits Whistler!
On February 5, the community waved their red mittens, cheered on the torchbearers and
celebrated the arrival of the Olympic torch on Day 99 with a cauldron lighting,
face-painting, the 2010 mascots, singing and drumming with the Squamish First Nation
and a performance by Whistler Children's Choir and the Whistler Singers. Juno award
winner Barney Bentall and his Grand Cariboo Opry jammed with local musicians and
Whistler's own Ali Milner closed the festivities. The torch celebration officially
kicked off the arrival of the Games and with the Opening Ceremonies just days away, the
countdown is on.
