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Sustainability

Sustainability is a journey, one that is constantly evolving, and a path we need to be on together.

We’re gathering stories about people, organizations and businesses in Whistler and what they’re doing to protect the environment and community.

Check out our two video series: Whistler Changemakers and Cultivating Community, which sit alongside our general sustainability content.

Mike Douglas and Claire Ruddy tap their reusable coffee cups together as they discuss Reuse Whistler in the Whistler Blackcomb gondola.

Whistler Changemaker Series: Reuse Whistler

Reuse Whistler is getting coffee drinkers to swap single-use cups for reusable ones. Read on to find out more about this innovative program.

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A Kate Zessel illustration depicting a mountain range with a couple, hugging enjoying the view.

The Places We Love Are Being Loved To Death

Nature is more than a backdrop for our adventures. We can’t keep loving it to death. Let’s care for nature together. Let's love it better.

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Cultivating Community Series: RMU Whistler

In this video series, we touch base with organizations that deliberately cultivate community. This week, that's RMU Whistler.

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A line drawing of three youth raising their hands as if asking a question or joining in.

Sea to Sky Youth Engagement Pivotal in Local Environmental Issues

We check in with AWARE, Whistler's environmental advocacy group, about their Young Voices, Big Impact report and what it uncovered.

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The Arts Whistler team at the Whistler Children's Festival.

Cultivating Community Series: Arts Whistler

In this video series we touch base with organizations that deliberately cultivate community. This week, that's Arts Whistler.

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Mike interviews a couple at the Whistler Community Service Society's Birthday Bash.

Cultivating Community Series: Whistler Community Services

In this video series we touch base with organizations that deliberately cultivate community. This week, that's Whistler Community Services.

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Dale Mikkelsen, the president of Whistler's Off Road Cycling Association talks to Mike Douglas about cultivating community as they ride their bikes.

Cultivating Community Series: WORCA

In this video series we touch base with organizations and businesses that deliberately cultivate community. This week, that's WORCA.

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Hikers make their way along a trail

How to be Environmentally Friendly When You Visit Whistler

Be a steward for the land you love and follow these tips for some simple ways to make your stay in Whistler more environmentally friendly.

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Host of the Whistler Changemaker Series, Mike Douglas and Alison Jenkins, Whistler Blackcomb's Sustainability Manager sit in a snowcat discussing Whistler Blackcomb's goal of hitting net zero by 2030.

Whistler Changemakers Series: Whistler Blackcomb

We connect with businesses and organizations putting sustainability at the forefront of what they do, including Whistler Blackcomb.

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A photo of the AWARE Waste Hero recycling tent at the Whistler Ski and Snowboard Festival.

AWARE: Protecting Whistler’s Environment

With more than three decades behind them, Whistler’s home-grown environmental activism group continues fighting the good fight.

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Eric Griffith from Alta Bistro and Mike Douglas stand in the lush fields of Root Down Farm in Pemberton.

Whistler Changemakers Series: Alta Bistro

We connect with businesses and organizations putting sustainability at the forefront of what they do, including restaurant, Alta Bistro.

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Whistler and Wildfires

What is Whistler doing to mitigate wildfire risk? What do visitors need to know? Find out how Whistler is leading the way.

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Georgina and Mike talk about cultural revitalization and the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre during the Whistler Changemaker video series.

Whistler Changemakers Series: Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre

We connect with local people, businesses and organizations putting sustainability at the forefront of what they do, including the SLCC.

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