Condolences
Mayor J. Crompton, on behalf of Council and the Resort Municipality of Whistler, would like to share condolences with the family and friends of Patricia Lynn Walker.
Mayor J. Crompton, on behalf of Council and the Resort Municipality of Whistler, would like to share condolences with the family and friends of Grace Oaks.
COVID-19 Community Session
On January 21, Mayor and Council joined doctors from the Whistler Health Care Centre and community leaders to share updates about the latest
COVID-19 situation in Whistler and the steps being taken to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in our community.
A video recording, along with a question and answer document from the session is available at www.whistler.ca/COVID19.
If you were not able to attend the session, you can email your questions to [email protected].
COVID-19 Testing
COVID-19 testing in Whistler is free. You do not need health insurance or BC MSP coverage to get a test. If you are concerned, you need a test.
Information on testing along with a self-isolation guide can be found at www.whistler.ca/COVID19.
Whistler Community Services Society is able to provide assistance to anyone in our community struggling with self-isolation. Whether you need food, hygiene products, financial assistance and connectivity - support is available.
Whistler Has Heart Project
On Wednesdays through Saturdays from February 3 to 27, the Whistler Has Heart project will see one hundred painted wooden hearts displayed at different pop-up locations throughout the Whistler valley.
The hearts will be painted by local artists and residents to thank our community and essential workers for their strength, support and kindness to one another throughout the pandemic.
Everyone is encouraged to post photos of the heart displays on Instagram with #MyWhistler.
There will also be a QR code displayed alongside the hearts where donations can be offered to support The Whistler Health Care Foundation.
The hearts will be displayed between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Community Enrichment Program
2021 Community Enrichment Program applications are being accepted until February 15.
Local not-for-profit organizations and societies can learn more at www.whistler.ca/cep.
Business Licences
Business licences can now be applied for through the MyWhistler online portal at www.my.whistler.ca.
To submit an online business licence application, and to learn more about the licencing process and the updated fee schedule, visit: www.whistler.ca/BusinessLicences.
Whistler 101
The final episode in the Whistler 101 series aired last week.
All five episodes are permanently available for viewing at www.whistler.ca/101.
Councillor Jewett’s Arts Update
Arts Whistler and Whistler Community Services Society (WCSS) have partnered in a campaign to raise awareness and funds for Mental Health. WCSS has had an unprecedented demand for mental health and emotional support from community members.
Artist Aurora Moore has designed a pin for a new mental health and awareness initiative. To show your support, individuals and businesses are asked to go to www.artswin histler.com to order “Reach Out” pins. I’ve already placed my order and added a donation.
Picturing Pemberton Art Exhibit now on at Maury Young Arts Centre.
The Teeny Tiny Art Show is coming. Artists are asked to have their submissions completed by the end of this month.
Tonight the Audain Tuesday Night Talks guest is Dempsey Bob - his three-quarter view Yellow Cedar Transformation mask is my favourite in the contemporary collection. The talk starts at 8:00 p.m., you can register at www.audainartmuseum.com.
The Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre is offering the “Bringing Home the Bannock Menu” every Friday. Pre-order for take-out or delivery.
“Welcome to the unceded territories of the Squamish and Lil’wat Nations”. Learn more about land acknowledgements at SLCC.ca.
At the Whistler Museum “Land of Thundering Snow” avalanche exhibit continues.
Communities that Care is asking young adults living in Whistler aged 18-30 years old to complete the 2021 survey. Go to www.ctcwhistler.ca to find the survey and complete it to tell us how to make Whistler better for you and win daily prizes.
If you’re looking for a special gift, buy local. Either from a local business or one of our Museum gift shops.
Councillor Forsyth
Money Matters Financial Series: Teaching the 4-Pillars. Available at www.whistlerlibrary.ca along with lots of other exciting programs.