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QUESTION & ANSWER its all-candidates debate

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32 Make your match Pique’s guide to all the Sea-to-Sky candidates running in this month’s federal election. - By Braden Dupuis

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Opinion & Columns 06 OPENING REMARKS Election Day is almost upon us—what can we take away from Whistler’s

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08 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Letter writers give thanks this week—fitting, considering that

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13 PIQUE N YER INTEREST Writer Alyssa Noel is on the hunt for hope as the federal election

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90 MAXED OUT The Mayor’s Task Force on Resident Housing’s private developer recommendation is not

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30 ECOLOGIC The odds of getting better action on the environment from a government already engaged

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31 THE OUTSIDER It’s Vince Shuley’s first time to vote in a federal election since becoming a

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46 TRAVEL Writer Wendy McLellan takes on the iconic Tour du Mont Blanc, where she discovers breathtaking scenery, the joy of simple alpine cuisine and the importance of planning.

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52 VELOCITY PROJECT How do we channel the rage that is emerging over the climate crisis? Lisa

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60 MUSEUM MUSINGS Learn about the early developoment plans for Whistler Village, where

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No winner for Whistler at all-candidates debate SOME THINGS were very clear to me from our all-candidates debate Oct. 9—some of those on the stage thought the event was all about them personally, and, no one candidate is the “complete package.”

Each of the candidates with established parties had something to offer, but I’m not sure anyone in the audience left the venue ready to tick the ballot box based on what was heard at the meeting.

As a reminder we have seven Sea to Sky candidates—the Liberal Party’s Patrick

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Weiler, the Conservative Party’s Gabrielle Loren, the NDP’s Judith Wilson, the Green Party’s Dana Taylor, The People’s Party’s Robert (Doug) Bebb, the Rhino Party’s Gordon Jeffrey and Independent Terry Grimwood.

In a rather shocking and rude move Grimwood began to pack up his things and

lecture everyone on his own platform.

Sorry—all-candidates meetings are for voters to ask questions and get to know those running, not to sit and listen to hours of speeches.

Moderator Mo Douglas nailed it when she said after Grimwood’s departure and comment on the format: “Quite unapologetically, that’s not the point. The point is to have this format work for [the audience], because whoever is elected will be working for [the voters].”

Some levity was brought to the evening by the Rhino Party’s Jeffrey and his barbs at fellow candidates. Sadly, he did not turn up in his banana suit for this meeting (his attire for the Squamish all-candidates meeting earlier this month). Indeed his tone has done a 180-degree turn since he first announced his candidacy running for a party that stands on a platform of not keeping any of its promises.

He is now taking the whole election quite seriously—which maybe fits his party after all, as he is not keeping his promise to be the voice of satire and making every issue from national defense to employment his

What was missing from all the candidates was a clear focus on how they could support Whistler if elected. harrumphed off the stage about an hour into the meeting. As he left he shot a sidelong comment at the moderator saying the format “didn’t work for him.”

The take away for all the people who had taken time to come to the Maury Young Arts Centre for the full-house event was Grimwood didn’t have time to wait and answer any questions put to him—he wanted to simply have a chance to sit and

No. 1 priority.

Maybe he should have run as an independent?

What was missing from all the candidates was a clear focus on how they could support Whistler if elected.

Not to take away anything from our friends up and down the riding, but we have some issues that need to be dealt with if the province want this goose to keep laying

the golden egg: Lack of labour, a reliance on tourism (which needs to be considered as we face the climate crisis), affordable housing, access to childcare and support for small business from a taxpayer perspective to name just a few.

Let’s remember that according to Whistler’s Economic Partnership Initiative committee report (June 2016) Whistler contributes approximately 25 per cent of B.C.’s tourism export economy to the province.

That’s $1.37 million a day in tax revenue to municipal, provincial and federal governments combined.

You would think that the candidate for the current Liberal federal government, which is committed to huge growth in national tourism ($120 billion by 2025 and 54,000 new jobs), would arrive at the meeting with some solid ideas about how to help with our labour shortage.

But when asked about our “critical” shortage of workers by Melissa Pace, Whistler Chamber CEO and co-host of the event, Liberal candidate Weiler said: “It is something I would be very committed to working to reform to work with the Chamber, to work with Tourism Whistler, work with the business community here to see what better ways we can fill some of these labour shortages.”

Fighting words on our behalf? Hardly.

But also a reality check for voters no matter their choice at the polls. These days, decisions on issues that matter to us are coming from a tightly controlled political leadership—no matter what party is in power.

In Election 2019 carefully consider the party leadership. Do the values of the leader match yours, are the long-term goals for Canada, and we the voters, at the forefront of the party platform, is there a plan to take action on the climate crisis?

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Whistler’s Celebration of International Day of the Girl Last week was our community’s seventh celebration of International Day of the Girl Child, a United Nations day that aims to highlight and address the needs and challenges girls face while promoting girls’ empowerment and the fulfilment of their human rights.

Since 2012, we’ve come together to see things from different perspectives, to be inspired by the stories we hear and use this to create positive change for girls at home and around the world. In the last seven years, we’ve raised a whopping $24,000 for the Howe Sound Women’s Centre and our international partner, One Horizon, which works on the ground in Kenya.

This year we had three incredible speakers discuss the topic of equality, with a Q&A led by students from Whistler Secondary School.

It was illuminating, challenging, and thoughtprovoking, and it was incredible to get so much engagement from the audience, especially from our youth.

We couldn’t do this without Community Futures Howe Sound; Origin Design; Mountain FM; Arts Whistler; our incredible volunteers, Kevani Kestel; Maja McClosky; Danielle Kristmanson; John Hall; Kim Maitland; Alana

Irvine; and Brittia Thompson, along with all the incredible community supporters who donated silent auction items.

Thank you all and see you next year!

Dee Raffo // Whistler

They shoot and they score Signal Hill Elementary Parent Advisory Council (PAC), and students in Pemberton, would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to all those

summer, and will be finalized before the winter. We would like to thank all those who helped make this become a reality, including Education Assistant Jodie Sankey and all the Grade 6 students now in Grade 7 who brought their energy and dedication to the front of this cause. This project would not have been possible without the support of the following organizations, businesses and community members: Squamish-Lillooet Regional District and the Village of Pemberton; the Whistler Blackcomb Foundation; The Community Foundation of Whistler; a local Pemberton family who kick started our fundraising with a very generous donation; Pemberton Royal Canadian Legion; Grimms Deli; the Rempel Family; Brink Forestry Products; Pemberton Rotary Club; Murphy Construction; and the Real Estate Association of Whistler.

Thanks also to the School Administration, SD48, Signal Hill PAC and all the community members who volunteered their time and energy to the fundraising initiatives, and put funds into the cause. Thank you!

Claire Fuller on behalf of the Signal Hill PAC // Pemberton n

individuals, local families, local businesses and sponsors who supported the rebuilding of the school hockey court.

A project that started with the enthusiasm of a group of Grade 6 students hosting bake sales and hot chocolate stands quickly became an ambitious redevelopment plan. A huge wave of enthusiasm spread throughout the school and extended into the community.

The hockey court was removed and reinstalled with brand-new fencing in the

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The hunt for hope in a dismal election cycle LAST WEEK, I interviewed Maude Barlow, who is taking part in the upcoming Whistler Writers Festival on Saturday, Oct. 19.

She’s an impressive activist and author with 14 honourary doctorates, plenty of awards for her environmental work and 19 books to her name, the most recent of which is Whose Water Is It, Anyway? Taking Water Protection Into Public Hands.

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Now in her 70s, she has spent decades advocating for Canada—and the rest of the world—to protect our human right to water. She had plenty of interesting things to say (you can read more about that on page 56), but I was struck by one comment in particular.

I asked her if she’s hopeful about the future—even though she’s been advocating for the same issues for so long.

When she hears people talking about how the world has about a decade left before our climate is destroyed beyond repair, “I rebel against that,” she said.

She has three teenage grandchildren, after all.

“I think we humans have done this and

we humans have to undo this,” she said.

“Hope is a moral imperative. We have to pass that along.”

I have not felt hopeful about the world, lately—particularly during this election cycle.

I’m a diehard CBC Radio fan, but over the last five weeks, since the writ was dropped, I can hardly stomach the election coverage and, instead, opt for some upbeat music (might I recommend virtually anything from The

campaign promise that, if elected, he would institute proportional representation. That would’ve meant this time around, we could vote for the candidate we truly believed in rather than resorting to strategic voting, which seems to favour the Liberals most of all. (That’s because of vote splitting from left-leaning parties like the Greens and NDP. While the PPC might take some votes from the Conservatives this time around,

[M]ore than anything I’ve read, seen, or listened to, what will influence my vote the most is the lingering memory of the one event that truly has instilled with me with hope: the Climate Strike in Whistler last month.

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While this is a great space to encourage you to get informed (which, you should) and vote (which, of course, you should), I think it’s also worth being honest about the struggle to combat hopelessness/apathy/ election fatigue as well.

Part of the problem for many people is the first-past-the-post system. During the last federal election, Justin Trudeau made a

historically they haven’t been subjected to this on the same level.)

However, once elected, Trudeau rescinded this promise and here we are again trying to decide whether to vote with our head or our heart.

Personally, my biggest election issue is the environment. And, considering we are at a crux when it comes to curbing the impacts of climate change, this election truly matters—to the point that I have to turn off

the CBC when I hear Andrew Scheer talking about the Conservative “climate plan.”

While during the last term, the Liberal government purchased a pipeline that literally no one seems happy about— including Albertans, who were pushing for this very thing, but are still upset it didn’t happen as quickly as they wanted—their environmental track record and promises do seem better by comparison.

At the moment, I’m an undecided voter. I will 100 per cent vote, but I’m still weighing my options carefully.

And more than anything I’ve read, seen, or listened to, what will influence my vote the most is the lingering memory of the one event that truly has instilled with me with hope: the Climate Strike in Whistler last month.

Led by Whistler’s high school students, I found myself choking back tears watching somewhere around 400 people (maybe more—it’s hard to say as the crowd snaked along the Village Stroll and gathered around muni hall) carry signs, shout chants, and demand change.

Maude Barlow is right: there is reason to be hopeful. This generation of politicians might not have the courage to make the drastic change we need, but there are plenty of bright and motivated young people devoted to creating a better future waiting in the wings. n

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This weekend Whistler welcomes the annual and ever-popular Writers Festival. In 2012, Pique’s then-arts editor Cathryn Atkinson celebrated the festival in a cover feature titled, “The Little Festival That Could.” The article tells us that it began in founder Stella Harvey’s home in 2001. This year it is set to welcome 70 authors, publishers and guest presenters.

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Federal candidates talk climate, labour and more at Whistler all-candidates meeting ADVANCE VOTING UP CANADA-WIDE; ELECTION DAY OCT. 21

BY BRADEN DUPUIS ADVANCE POLLS ARE now closed, and the Sea to Sky’s federal election candidates are in the homestretch to election day on Monday, Oct. 21.

According to preliminary figures from Elections Canada, the four days of advance polling—open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. for the first time—saw 4.7 million electors cast an early ballot, a 29-per-cent increase over the same period in 2015. The BC Federation of Students is reporting that on-campus voting has increased by 60 per cent in this election as well.

A breakdown of the estimated number of electors who voted at the advance polls, by province or territory and electoral district, for all 338 electoral districts is being calculated, and will soon be available on elections.ca.

Whistlerites got their first and only face-to-face with all seven candidates— the Liberal Party’s Patrick Weiler, the Conservative Party’s Gabrielle Loren, the

THE CANDIDATES From left: The People’s Party’s Robert (Doug) Bebb, Independent Terry Grimwood, the Rhino Party’s Gordon Jeffrey, the Conservative Party’s Gabrielle Loren, the Green Party’s Dana Taylor, the Liberals’ Patrick Weiler and the NDP’s Judith Wilson.

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NDP’s Judith Wilson, the Green Party’s Dana Taylor, The People’s Party’s Robert (Doug) Bebb, the Rhino Party’s Gordon Jeffrey and Independent Terry Grimwood— at an all-candidates meeting at the Maury Young Arts Centre on Wednesday, October 9 hosted by Pique, the Whistler Chamber of Commerce and Arts Whistler.

Hundreds packed the building to hear

electoral reform—a key Liberal promise in the 2015 election that was eventually broken.

“I know a lot of people are really disappointed that we weren’t able to do that … I’m very much in support of looking at ways we can improve our democracy,” Weiler said, pointing to Liberal initiatives like an independent senate and repealing the Fair Elections Act, but stopping short of

“I’m very much in support of looking at ways we can improve our democracy.”

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from the candidates on issues ranging from climate change, affordability and First Nations relations to small business, labour, wildfire and more.

The mood throughout the night was cordial and respectful amongst the candidates, even when they disagreed, with some good laughs scattered throughout.

The majority of the questions at the outset went to Weiler, who was asked (among many other things) how he would help Whistler cope with climate change, address its labour shortages and help small businesses, as well as if he has any plans to try to resurrect

saying he will advocate for electoral reform.

After an audience member posited that Conservative leader Andrew Scheer “does not support women’s rights, [and] also does not support climate change,” and wondered why Loren is running for the Conservatives, she said she was drawn in by the party’s fiscal policies, and has been assured by the party that MPs are allowed to “have their own ideas, their own views and their own decisions.”

“The fact that I can say, ‘you know what? I think there is climate change, I am all in favour of LGBTQ rights, and I am pro

choice’ is something that I love … What’s the worst they can do to me? Kick me out,” Loren said.

“I think that’s what I have to do, is actually voice the opinion of the riding … we have to stop voting for our prime minister, and start voting for ourselves.”

Taylor and Wilson were asked what their respective parties “non-negotiables” were in the event that they were to prop up a minority government.

“We will not support any government that plans to build and complete the expansion of the Trans Mountain pipeline,” Taylor said.

“After that the expectation is to remove subsidies from all fracking, all gas and oil exploration, any monies that are going to the gas and oil industry, and begin to migrate those dollars incentivizing other clean technologies that exist today.”

For Wilson, the answer was electoral reform, climate change and housing.

“We do need to treat climate change as an emergency. I don’t know whether or not stopping the pipeline would be the top of that list, but it would be in there,” she said.

“I also think that we have to have somewhere in there treating housing as an emergency … unless we address that we are going to have serious ongoing problems.”

After not receiving any questions an hour into the meeting, Grimwood walked out with a quick word to moderator Mo Douglas, saying the format didn’t work for him.

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“Quite unapologetically, that’s not the point. The point is to have this format work for you, because whoever is elected will be working for you,” Douglas told the crowd to raucous applause.

Jeffrey, in his opening remarks, eschewed the Rhino Party’s farcical nature to deliver a fiery speech that at times had the crowd laughing along.

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“The main promise of the Rhino Party used to be that we wouldn’t keep any of our promises—but since the Liberal party has decided to co-opt that promise … my new promise is simply all truth, all the time, and non-partisan representation of you, the people,” Jeffrey said, to applause from the audience. (“I’ll do my best to stay neutral but a good punchline is a good punchline,” Douglas quipped.)

Both Jeffrey and Bebb positioned themselves as alternatives to the status quo of Canadian politics.

Maxime Bernier’s tweets about climate activist Greta Thunberg.

“The scientists he refers to I think all graduated from Trump University, paid for by the Koch brothers.”

When Weiler and Loren were asked about Bill C-51—the anti-terrorism bill introduced under Stephen Harper expanding government surveillance powers—and whether their governments will bring forward legislation to open backdoors into encryption, both said they didn’t know what the bill was.

“Too many times people try to give you an answer without actually knowing what the hell they’re talking about,” Loren said to laughs from the crowd.

“So I don’t know what I’m talking about, but I will get back to you.”

In the final word of the night, Jeffrey said that it was the best-organized of all the debates, but hosted the least diversity of ideas.

“I’m undeterred. I will not give up on you regardless of whether you give me a chance, and I will hold whichever one of these jokers makes it in accountable,” he said, to more laughs from the audience.

“I’m very tired of only being considered a voter, a consumer, a taxpayer. We’re citizens and we are constituents. We need to ban lobbying outright, we need improved regulations and increased investigative powers for rooting out corruption, we need much steeper punishments for political corruption and we need that electoral

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“I think we need some more integrity put back into the process,” Bebb said.

After a question from an 11-year-old wondering why the People’s Party says it won’t do anything to address climate change, Bebb said the Greens have never told the whole story on global warming, referencing recent scientific and political developments—including a recent letter to the UN from a “high-level global network of 500 prominent climate scientists and professionals” declaring there is no climate emergency.

“Wherever the debate on global warming ends up, these developments make it crystal clear that there is no consensus and we are not in any sort of emergency situation,” Bebb said.

“Because there is no need to rush to judgment, the PPC will take the time to consider all new evidence as it becomes available. In the meantime, will the Greens abandon their climate hysteria now that science is turning against them, or will they continue to yell fire in classrooms overcrowded with frightened young children simply to advance a political agenda?”

Taylor responded shortly afterwards.

“This is from a gentleman who has to pick on a 16-year-old and call her mentally unstable,” he said, referencing PPC leader

reform we were promised four years ago …

“Don’t vote for the lesser evil; do not vote for evil, do not support evil. Follow your heart, use your mind. Vote for good. It feels great.”

Find a full video of the event at www.piquenewsmagazine.com/ whistler/video-heres-what-happenedat-whistlers-all-candidates-meeting/ Content?oid=14528638

HOW TO VOTE Election day is Monday, Oct. 21.

Your postal code determines where you vote (most will vote at the Conference Centre, for example, while Cheakamus residents will vote at the Athlete’s Centre).

Check your voter information card or head to elections.ca to find yours.

To vote you must be 18 years old on Oct. 21; a Canadian citizen; and prove your identity and address.

If you are not registered to vote, you can register in person at the polls on election day.

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Budget open house set for Nov. 12 COUNCIL BRIEFS: CAO SEARCH BROADENS; Q2 FINANCIALS PRESENTED; WFRS MEMBERS RECOGNIZED

BY BRADEN DUPUIS WHISTLERITES WILL GET their first look at the municipal budget a little bit earlier than usual this year.

The annual budget open house— typically held in February—is set for Tuesday, Nov. 12 at the Maury Young Arts Centre.

Attendees will learn about proposed projects and tax increases, as well as have an opportunity to ask questions of council and staff.

The goal in moving the open house forward three months was to have the budget prepared as early in the fiscal year as possible, said Mayor Jack Crompton.

“I think it’s good corporate management,” Crompton said.

“It allows decisions that are made early in the year to be informed by the budget process, so it gives council a good sense for the projects that we’ll be seeing throughout the future fiscal year. In my

opinion, the earlier we understand the budget, the better organized we can be as a municipality.”

Last year’s budget included a 2.9-percent property tax increase, two-per-cent increases to sewer parcel and water fees, and a 3.6-per-cent increase to solid waste user fees, as well as a five-year proposed projects list that tallied 176 projects worth $42.6 million (including $5.3 million carried over from 2018).

“I hope our community comes out in force and helps us understand the values that they have as our municipality moves forward,” Crompton said.

SEARCH FOR NEW CAO BROADENS Not satisfied with what it has seen so far, the Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) is broadening its search for a new chief administrative officer.

The RMOW has brought on recruitment firm PFM Executive Search (at a cost of

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$60,000) to expand the net.

“We’re continuing the search and we’re broadening the pool of potential candidates,” Crompton said.

“I can’t comment on what is happening

in the current process but certainly we want to find the ideal candidate for this very important position, and council felt it was

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PFM is a search firm that operates across Canada “with significant experience in municipal government,” Crompton said.

While the RMOW is hoping to fill the position as soon as possible, “it can take months” recruiting a position like this, he added.

On July 25, the RMOW announced that current CAO Mike Furey will take on the newly created role of chief of strategic policy and partnerships.

The role will begin when the new CAO is in place and end in early 2021, lasting just over a year.

Q2 FINANCIALS PRESENTED Six months into fiscal 2019, overall operating revenues were at 76 per cent of annual budgeted amounts, while expenditures were at 49 per cent (compared to 82 and 49 per cent at the same point in fiscal 2018, respectively), according to the RMOW’s Q2 financial report presented to council on Oct. 8.

Investment income was $1,954,572 (unaudited)—seventy-four per cent of the total budgeted investment income for the year.

Permits and fees are being affected by “some good news, some bad news,” said director of finance Carlee Price in a presentation to council.

“Parking continues to be a source of strength for the revenue account,

substantial project completions in the second quarter included the Cheakamus Crossing light replacement and building asset replacement.

“We did also receive the results from several important tenders in the second

“Our firefighters are committed to promoting fire and life safety throughout the resort community...”

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[while] permits, with the downturn in the economy … are being negatively affected to a greater extent than parking was positive,” Price said, adding that total revenue across all accounts was up $3 million year over year.

Total project spending at the end of Q2 was at 17 per cent of total budgeted amounts (compared to 16.5 per cent—the average over the last five years).

“We tend not to spend 100-per-cent of the project budgets in any given year, and the spending does tend to be lumpy with 2Q, 3Q and to a lesser extent 4Q being the biggest spending periods, so this again is quite normal,” Price said, adding that

quarter—cardio room, GFL compost, sewer lift and paving,” Price said.

“Together these four projects came within about $900,000 of their planned budget amounts, which is good news.”

WFRS MEMBERS RECOGNIZED Nine members of the Whistler Fire Rescue Service (WFRS) were recognized at the Oct. 8 council meeting.

Brad Heisterman, Jamie Wiseman, Dan Ross and James Ellis received the Regimental Badge; Jason Ellis received

the 20-year Exemplary Service Medal; Brian Buchholz, Chris Heppell and Joe Mooney received the 25-year Exemplary Service Medal and Deputy Chief Chris Nelson received the 30-year Exemplary Service Medal.

Whistler is “incredibly grateful” for the work of the WFRS, Crompton said.

“Our firefighters are committed to promoting fire and life safety throughout the resort community, and when needed they are there for our community quickly, effectively, moving into action to mitigate dangers when they occur,” he said.

“The presentation of these awards provides a moment to reflect and acknowledge all of WFRS. On behalf of council and on behalf of the RMOW, we thank all members of the WFRS for their professionalism, courage and service to our community.”

Meanwhile, WFRS Chief John McKearney was recently elected to a twoyear term on the Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs’ (CAFC) six-member board of directors.

“As a trusted advisor to our federal government on public and firefighter safety issues, the CAFC works with its national advisory council to bring municipal [and] provincial fire service issues to the federal level,” Crompton said.

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TW announces $3.5M renovation to the Conference Centre UPGRADES ARE DESIGNED TO ‘CREATE A MORE SOPHISTICATED FACILITY WITH A CONSISTENT LOOK AND FEEL’

BY BRANDON BARRETT THE WHISTLER Conference Centre is getting a major facelift.

On Tuesday, Oct. 15, Tourism Whistler (TW), which operates the facility, announced plans for a $3.5-million renovation that will include design and technical upgrades, such as new lighting, acoustical treatments, floor and wall coverings, furnishings and artwork.

In an email, Karen Goodwin, TW’s vice-president of destination and market development, said the upgrades are needed “to create a more sophisticated facility with a consistent look and feel.

“Last year we renovated all of the conference centre washrooms, which are now bright and contemporary,” she added.

“This renovation will elevate the rest of the facility to match. The renovation will also

have a significant focus on lighting, as the need for improved lighting throughout the facility is the most consistent feedback we get from clients.”

The destination marketing organization believes the renovation will help drive group and conference business to the resort.

“We know that having a beautiful, contemporary and functional facility that suits a variety of conference and event needs will inspire meeting planners to book their event in Whistler and will help the resort remain competitive as a meetings destination,” Goodwin noted.

One of TW’s priorities over the past few years has been to disperse visitation to slower midweek and shoulder season periods, and conference business has been a key element of that strategy.

“High season for group and conference business is the spring and fall, so there is great alignment between Whistler’s need periods and when these groups want to

FACILITY FACELIFT The Whistler Conference Centre, pictured, is set for its first major renovation in 15 years.

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meet,” said Goodwin, adding that group business makes up 30 per cent of Whistler’s total room nights during the spring, summer and fall.

Group business bookings are down for the upcoming months of January, February and March, after “Whistler had a few anomaly groups last winter that are not repeating” next year. The organization did note, however, that “group and conference business is not a key focus for Whistler during those peak winter months,” Goodwin explained.

“On the flipside, group business is ahead [year over year] for November, December

and April when meetings and conference business is a focus.”

Although TW has made certain upgrades to the facility recently, this will be the conference centre’s first major renovation since 2003-2004. The facility was built in 1985.

Funds for the renovation will come primarily from Whistler’s Municipal and Regional District Tax dollars and conference centre surpluses.

The conference centre will remain closed during renovations, which are slated to begin in January before wrapping up by mid-March 2020. n

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BY BRANDON BARRETT POLICE HAVE LOCATED the body of a Whistler man who was first reported missing earlier this month, according to a release.

Whistler RCMP members, with the assistance of a police dog, found the body of Marcus Kissner on Saturday, Oct. 12 near One Duck Lake, where Kissner was known to hike.

Kissner was last heard from on Oct. 2, in the area of Emerald Drive.

Authorities have not released a cause of death.

BURNABY MAN DIES IN WHISTLER MOUNTAIN BIKE PARK A Burnaby man is dead after an accident in the Whistler Mountain Bike Park, authorities have confirmed.

In a statement, Whistler Blackcomb (WB) said the 35-year-old fell in the park last Wednesday, Oct. 9 on A-Line.

After first responders provided care at the scene, the man was transported to Vancouver General Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. “Whistler Blackcomb and the entire Vail Resorts family extend our deepest sympathy to the guests’ family and friends,” said Geoff Buchheister, Chief Operating Officer of WB, in the release.

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POLICE INVESTIGATE BOMB THREAT TO WHISTLER HOTEL Whistler RCMP continues to investigate a threat to a local hotel that ultimately proved unfounded, police said.

On Thursday, Oct. 10, police were notified of a bomb threat called into the hotel. A spokesperson for the Westin later confirmed there was “an ongoing police matter” at the hotel, but would not comment further.

Mounties searched the premises with police dogs and found no explosives.

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Whistler police said there have been two reports of federal election signs vandalized in the past week, just days before Canadians head to the polls.

At least one of the reports to police was from People’s Party of Canada candidate Robert (Doug) Bebb, who called the vandalism “part and parcel for the election process.”

“It’s just, I think, a problem because ours are the ones that are getting the most of it, although I’ve been driving up and down doing some mail drops today and I’m seeing a lot of [Liberal candidate Patrick] Weiler’s signs bashed down, and some of [Conservative candidate Gabrielle] Loren’s stuff graffitti’d,” said Bebb.

He added that “we’re gonna get some video surveillance on some of those signs” and that “we might even do a bait sign,” before noting the worst vandalism has been in Roberts Creek.

In an email, Sgt. Rob Knapton with the Whistler RCMP said vandalism of election signs is considered mischief under the

Police set up a tire check last week on Highway 99 to ensure drivers were complying with winter tire regulations.

On Friday, Oct. 11, the RCMP’s E Division Traffic Services, working in tandem with police partners, set up a road check near the Sunset Marina in West Vancouver. Winter tire regulations kicked in on Oct. 1, and run until March 31 on the Sea to Sky Highway.

“We do it every October shortly after the winter tire regulations come into effect for the winter months,” said Cpl. Mike Halskov with Traffic Services.

Winter tires are designated in B.C. by either a mountain snowflake symbol or a mud and snow (M+S) symbol. Not having the proper tires on designated highways could net a fine of $121, while drivers without a minimum tire tread of 3.5 millimetres can be fined $109.

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Whistler students get a firsthand look at French life ÉCOLE LA PASSERELLE STUDENTS REFLECT ON RECENT TRIP TO LES DEUX ALPES

BY JOEL BARDE FOR SOME hard-working École La Passerelle students, last school year was one to remember.

After a lot of fundraising and preparation, Madame Mireille Turcotte’s class—a mix of Grade 5, 6 and 7 students— travelled to Les Deux Alpes, France, a resort town that has cultivated a close relationship with Whistler in recent years; the communities established a Friendship Pact in 2018.

As a way to reflect on their trip and share what they learned, participating students held a presentation at École La Passerelle on Friday, Oct. 11, with an audience that included parents and Whistler Mayor Jack Crompton.

Alternating between French and English, students shared some valuable suggestions for Whistler to follow as well as some lighthearted observations of French life.

As part of the trip, students visited a school and learned that French students are given half a day off every other Wednesday.

“I think it would be nice to do this in our schools—to give students the opportunity to do more sports after school in the afternoon,” said one

student, prompting a round of laughter from the audience.

The 10-day student trip took place in June and follows a trip to the resort that Whistler leaders made in July 2018. Then Whistler Mayor Nancy Wilhelm-Morden, Whistler Chamber of Commerce CEO Melissa Pace, and Whistler Off-Road Cycling Association President Craig Mackenzie, as well as Turcotte and others were all on that trip.

Les Deux Alpes is looking to grow as an all-seasons resort and sponsored the trip as a way to learn from Whistler’s success.

Funding for the student trip came through fundraising, as well as sponsorship from Les Deux Alpes, the Resort Municipality of Whistler and the Whistler Community Foundation. Parents also paid $1,000 for their children to take part.

It was, by all accounts, an action-packed eight days in the community, with students doing a mix of hiking and cycling and educational activities, like visiting museums.

Following a ski day on a glacier, the students met with a glaciologist, who discussed the precarious nature of the region’s glaciers and the steps that Les Deux Alpes is taking to preserve them.

“They take very good care of their glaciers,” remarked Sixth Grade student Maïka Lennox-King, in an interview with

“For me, as a teacher, it was a unique year, because everything that I was teaching, they had a purpose for it.”

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Whistler and Les Deux Alpes look, with the Les Deux Alpes having very few trees “because they are so high in altitude.”

“Also, the streets are very small and old,” she said. École La Passerelle students communicated with students in Les Deux Alpes in the year leading up to the trip, sending correspondence through snail mail.

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And some got a bit of a shock when they met their pen pals.

“It was surprising, because, some of us, if we were girls, we thought we had girls [as pen pals], but some of us actually had boys—with different names,” said Lennox-King. École La Passerelle students also remarked on the leisurely pace of lunch in the French school system.

“When we had meal time in the cafeteria, we are used to having 20 minutes,” said Ciebien.

“So we would eat quickly, and then we would wait for like 45 minutes, just sitting there, because we didn’t know that the lunch was an hour long.

“They’d be on their third bite, and we’d be like, ‘something is wrong with this.’”

Turcotte said that, as an educator, the trip provided a great framework to organize the year around.

“For me, as a teacher, it was a unique year, because everything that I was teaching, they had a purpose for it,” she said.

She also expressed gratitude for the help she received from organizers in Les Deux Alpes who made the trip happen, Cathy Sauvebois and Stefani Debout.

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BY MALLORY LAKINS WITH HALLOWEEN just around the corner and mushroom season in full swing, it’s the perfect time to talk about one of nature’s weirder fungus displays.

The mountainous, conifer-rich forests of the Pacific Northwest are a hotspot for Hydnellum peckii, a bizarre mushroom known colloquially as “bloody tooth fungus,” “devil’s tooth,” or more innocuously “strawberries-and-cream.”

The shape of these odd-looking mushrooms is highly variable as they are amorphous— meaning they lack a clearly defined form and can grow around other objects such as fallen branches as they develop.

Individual bloody tooth mushrooms can also merge, forming a fused knobby mass called a confluence that looks like a human molar. On the underside of the mushroom are short vertical spines, and the pinkish cap of the young mushroom is covered in tiny hairs with a texture like velvet. As the mushroom ages it becomes tough and fibrous, loses the velvet coating, and turns an unremarkable brown or black.

What really sets these mushrooms apart, however, are the moist young fruit bodies that “bleed” red liquid droplets to cover their exterior. This phenomenon is called guttation—the secretion of droplets of water from the pores of an organism. Although the mechanism for guttation in fungi is not yet well understood, it is analogous to the process seen in many vascular plants.

When the soil surrounding the fungi is very wet, water is forced into the mushroom by osmosis. This creates pressure inside

the mushroom, eventually forcing liquid through the surface pores of the cap and underside, carrying with it a deep red colour from a pigment present in the flesh.

These mushrooms are not poisonous, but even if the somewhat pleasant hickory nut-like odour tempts a tasting, the flavour is reported to be hot, bitter, peppery, and unpleasant enough that they are considered inedible. Although unappetising, these mushrooms perform useful services for the surrounding ecosystem including making nutrients more available to their host trees, and pulling heavy metals out of the soil. In particular, these mushrooms play an important role in retention and cycling of caesium-137 (a radioactive isotope of caesium) in organic rich soil.

The bloody tooth fungus is also undergoing trials to determine its efficacy for certain medicinal treatments. The bloodlike “sap” is anti-bacterial, and has also been shown to have anti-coagulant properties, meaning it slows down the body’s process of making clots to stop bleeding. The sap also contains a substance called thelephoric acid which may be beneficial in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease.

Learn all about our local wild mushrooms at the 2019 Fungus Among Us Mushroom Festival on October 18 and 19. The tickets for the main events are sold out, but the Mushroom Display, on Saturday from 2:30 to 4 p.m. at Myrtle Philip Community School, is by donation and all are welcome to attend!

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Public weighs in on Joffre Lakes Provincial Park management MAJORITY OF RESPONDENTS TO BC PARKS SURVEY SAY DAY-USE FEES AND CAPS ON VISITATION APPROPRIATE

BY JOEL BARDE THE RESULTS ARE IN— and it turns out that the majority of respondents to the Joffre Lake Provincial Park Survey are supportive of day-use fees and a cap on the number of daily visitors.

BC Parks ran the online survey in April, garnering just over 2,500 respondents, with the majority between the ages of 25 and 34 and hailing from the Lower Mainland.

Just over 70 per cent of respondents said they would be willing to pay a day-use fee to enter the park if they knew that the money was being reinvested into the park.

And 84 per cent of respondents said they would agree with “limiting the number of day visitors in the park” if it meant they were “guaranteed easier access.”

That, perhaps, may have to do with a general dissatisfaction with the visitor experience: 75 per cent of respondents said that the number of people in the park had “a negative” impact on their visit.

The survey is part of a comprehensive effort by the province to address a host of issues associated with the popularity of the park, which features spectacular views of

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three pristine alpine lakes and a relatively easy hike.

It will inform a forthcoming visitor-use management strategy set to be released in 2020.

The province, however, has already implemented measures to improve the user experience and address issues related to

summers,” said Sturdy, adding that he didn’t see or hear of people illegally parking on the shoulder this summer.

He also had concerns about the idea of a user fee saying it doesn’t make sense for the province to “isolate” Joffre Lakes Park with this type of system.

“I think we should look for other strategies

“I don’t think we saw the same situation this summer as we saw in previous summers.”

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high visitation numbers on busy days These measures include expanding the available parking and implementing a shuttle-bus system for visitors.

In the past, visitors have illegally parked on the shoulder of Highway 99 (Duffey Lake Highway) when no parking was available, causing a dangerous situation for pedestrians and drivers alike.

West-Vancouver-Sea to Sky MLA Jordan Sturdy said the measures have resulted in dramatic improvements to safety this summer.

“I don’t think we saw the same situation this summer as we saw in previous

before we start charging people, and I think we should be concerned with unintended consequences,” said Sturdy.

“I don’t think that you can isolate Joffre, and just look at Joffre … I think you need solutions that work across the province.”

Sturdy added that he is in favour of concentrating recreational use.

“I am a fan of concentrating impacts as opposed to dispersing them, and that’s what my concern would be, that we just end up pushing people to other places,” he said.

Sturdy added that he would like to see improved consultation with stakeholers, including the Village of Pemberton,

during the development of the visitor-use management strategy.

“The consultation that was done originally was terrible. And maybe this online survey will provide a little more information, but where is the meeting with the local tourism operator?”

Tori Ball, a terrestrial campaigner with the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society, BC Chapter (CPAWS-BC), also voiced opposition to the prospect of user fees.

“We think it’s important to keep the BC Parks system accessible to all,” she said.

Even minimal fees, in the $5 to $10 range, would be problematic, said Ball.

“It might be a small amount to some, but it would definitely be a deterrent for people,” she said adding that any cap on visitation should be seen as a tool of last resort.

“We’d much prefer them to invest in good trails and infrastructure in other places, and promote places that can handle more traffic.”

In a statement to Pique, BC Parks said it is in the process of compliling the results of its “in-park surveys” and will be consulting with stakeholders alongside its First Nations partners this fall as it develops its long-term visitor use management strategy for 2020.

“We were impressed by the level of response received by the public,” it stated.

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BY JOEL BARDE THE BACKCOUNTRY skiing community has lost access to an important recreational area for at least this winter— though there is still hope that skiers will be able to access at least part of the Nlháxten/ Cerise Creek Conservancy.

BC Parks recently shared that the conservancy will remain closed for the winter following a geological assessment of the area.

As previously reported (“BC Parks investigating second Joffre landslide,” May 17, 2019) the area was closed in May following two landslides.

In a statement, BC Parks said that a geotechnical assessment of the area has taken place and “a follow-up” assessment is being recommended for the spring.

The agency is looking at potentially opening up a section of the area to the public—if it is deemed to be safe to do so according to its studies.

“After receipt of public requests to open a section of the conservancy that was not affected by the slides, BC Parks is undertaking an assessment of this option and will determine the feasibility this fall,” said the BC Parks statement.

Jayson Faulkner, president of the Spearhead Huts Society, said that the Cerise Creek Conservancy is a “very important” backcountry destination, especially when conditions get hazardous in other more challenging places.

He welcomes the province’s decision.

“You’re in the trees, and the terrain is not steep or really complex to get into,” said Faulkner. “It’s really big, dramatic terrain that you have instant access to.”

The conservancy is also home to Keith’s hut, one of few legal huts in the area. (BC Parks did not indicate that it

is looking to permit access to the hut, but said that it is working with the hut’s caretakers to ensure the facility is properly maintained in the winter.)

The loss of Keith’s hut for the winter will have a wider impact on the region’s backcountry huts system, said Faulkner.

“There is very limited motorized access infrastructure for overnight accommodation in the mountains in the corridor,” he said in explaining the hut’s importance to backcountry enthusiasts.

Steve Jones, an outdoor recreation advocate who has publicly called for the province to consider adjusting the boundary of the closure so that Chief Pascal and part of Joffre Shoulder can remain open to skiing, also applauded the province’s decision.

“I’m thankful that the province is being responsive to public feedback and will be assessing the feasibility of adjusting the boundary of the closure area,” said Jones, in an email.

“Ideally, the popular area in the northwest corner of the conservancy would be safe enough to remain open.”

Jones also raised concerns about Keith’s hut, noting that it will still need donations to cover the cost of maintenance, as it will not benefit from nightly fees this winter.

The Keith Flavelle Hut is overseen by the Keith Flavelle Memorial Hut Society, a registered charity responsible for its upkeep and permitting.

Scott Flavelle, director of the society, was not available for a phone interview, as he was in Nepal, but in a statement said, “I can understand that the landslide area remains high risk and closes the traditional access, but am surprised that the Hut cannot be accessed from other approaches.”

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New water scarcity report challenges B.C.’s ‘myth of abundance’ SIXTY-THREE PER CENT OF B.C. LIVES IN WATER-STRESSED AREAS, ACCORDING TO WATERSHED WATCH

BY BRANDON BARRETT A REPORT RELEASED last month warns of the “serious problem” of water scarcity in B.C., with roughly 63 per cent of the provincial population living in water-stressed areas.

The study, produced by the Watershed Watch Salmon Society, found that the areas with the highest levels of water stress, while only covering 3.7 per cent of the province, represented nearly a quarter of B.C.’s population.

“I think it’s really serious and that’s the real reason behind putting this report out,” said Tanis Gower, science and policy advisor for Watershed Watch. “Those of us in the resource management field, we know, most of us, and lots of us have known for a long time, but a lot of people do not.

My mission was to demonstrate just that, how we do not have abundant water.”

The report’s intent, Gower stated, was to dispel the “myth of abundance” that continues to persist in B.C. “If you look at a map of our province and all the marketing materials around ‘Beautiful British Columbia’ and all the recreational opportunities we have, it all shows water,”

MYTH BUSTER The “myth of abundance” in B.C. has

prevented adequate action on water scarcity, which non-profit Watershed Watch warns in a new report is a “serious problem” in much of the province.

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Gower said. “Until people became more aware of the droughts and the wildfires, before our water laws changed in 2016, we were chugging along with a lot of people under the impression that it wasn’t a problem.”

Prior to changes made to B.C.’s Water Sustainability Act three years ago, groundwater was available for use by any landowner, with no government authorization required. Most water users don’t measure or report their water use,

funding and priorities in Victoria.

“Until [the province] brought groundwater licensing into the water management scheme, there was just this big hole they couldn’t fill with data. They just didn’t know,” she said. “It takes a lot of effort and resources to get the right information, and that’s scaling up significantly—but it’s going to take time.”

Groundwater also plays a crucial role in the health of salmon, particularly as

“Until [the province] brought groundwater licensing into the water management scheme, there was just this big hole they couldn’t fill with data. They just didn’t know ... ” - TANIS GROWER

and groundwater use is “only partially integrated into B.C.’s licensing regime,” the report said. This, in turn, has led to “a significant data deficit for water availability and water scarcity in B.C.” Since the update to the act, there are now an estimated 20,000 groundwater use licenses that landowners must apply for, which Watershed hopes will lead to a better understanding of B.C.’s water supply.

Gower said the lack of reporting and monitoring have primarily been an issue of

B.C.’s summers have grown hotter and drier. Groundwater maintains water flows in streams and other bodies of water during dry periods, and regulates water temperature for cool-water salmon species.

“In many places, the groundwater is what keeps the fish alive because when it’s not raining, where’s the water coming from?”

Gower explained. “We have long seasons without rain and that’s typical for our climate, but now they’re getting longer and hotter.

There are many salmon species that use the

streams in the summer when the juvenile fish are rearing, so if there’s not in-flows, like base flows, which come from groundwater, then there’s no flows. It’s that linked.”

Watershed listed a series of recommendations to improve B.C.’s water situation, including dedicating resources to improved water monitoring and measuring; improving the implementation of groundwater licensing; establishing province-wide, legally enforceable environmental flow regulations; and providing adequate, stable funding for water management and governance.

Gower believes the political appetite to implement the recommendations varies.

“I think that for some aspect of our recommendations, the political appetite is really high and I think there’s an understanding of the reasoning behind what we’re asking for,” she said, adding that the province is keen on groundwater licensing.

“We’re also asking for environmental flows to be regulated, and there is an appetite to do that, but maybe not in the way we’re asking, which is too bad. But as long as the flows are being left in the river, they’ll decide on their best approach for implementing that,” Gower said. “We’re asking for a tap-in, and there’s so much work involved. I do feel for the provincial people whose job it is to roll this out. And yet, we don’t have time to wait in some of our rivers … There’s a lot of work ahead of us.”

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SCIENCE MATTERS

MANY PEOPLE, including myself, expected Greta Thunberg to win this year’s Nobel Peace Prize. Instead, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali was deservedly awarded for ending more than 20 years of conflict with neighbouring Eritrea.

Greta and the young people worldwide urging adults to care about their future don’t need a Nobel. They need grownups to take them seriously and heed the scientific evidence about global warming.

From her solitary school strike in Sweden last year to massive worldwide climate strikes in late September, Thunberg

BY DAVID SUZUKI has rallied millions of young people and adults to demand change. She and the youth who have joined her cause understand the world offers all we need, if we don’t destroy the natural systems that make our health and well-being possible. They also know it isn’t a lack of solutions holding us back, but a lack of political will.

And they know, as scientists worldwide have warned through the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, that we have little time to address the crisis we’re creating by wastefully burning excessive amounts of fossil fuels and destroying ecosystems at an alarming rate.

Most of them understand, too, that it’s about more than protecting humanity from climate chaos; it’s also about human rights and justice, about changing systems

to care about clean air, water and land.

Politicians see fossil fuels as a way to boost short-term economic growth, often blinded to any vision extending beyond the next election. Industry heads see massive profits and continuation of privilege.

All offer token responses to climate disruption. Politicians say they’re doing their best but change won’t happen overnight (an excuse they’ve been using over many nights, days, week, months, years … ) and that more fossil fuel infrastructure designed to last decades, including pipelines, is needed when the world’s scientists say we must leave most remaining fossil fuels buried.

Fossil fuel executives say they’re reducing emissions from their operations but ignore emissions from burning their products. They also fund campaigns to sow doubt about the scientific evidence for global warming and its consequences.

Some people feel so threatened by a young woman’s truth that they stoop to vicious personal attacks, logical fallacies and insults rather than addressing the science she speaks so clearly about.

But Greta’s message is indisputable: If we fail to reduce emissions quickly, we face increasing consequences: extreme weather events; droughts and floods leading to food insecurity; health impacts including insect-spread diseases, respiratory issues and heat-related deaths and illness; damage to oceans, which supply food and half the world’s oxygen; massive refugee movements as parts of the world become unsuitable for agriculture or human life; extinction crises; growing global conflict; and more.

... it’s also about human rights and justice, about changing systems that have spawned massive inequality and a greedy race to rapidly exploit Earth’s resources, simply to earn money for shareholders and CEOs

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that have spawned massive inequality and a greedy race to rapidly exploit Earth’s resources, simply to earn money for shareholders and CEOs. Sioux youth Tokata Iron Eyes invited Greta to Standing Rock, North Dakota, where the Sioux and their allies tried for years to block construction of a pipeline that now carries fracked Bakken shale oil to an Illinois refinery, saying it puts water, rights and climate at risk. She said she and Greta shouldn’t have to do this. “No 16-yearold should have to travel the world in the first place sharing a message about having something as simple as clean water and fresh air to breathe,” she told the Guardian.

But those racing to extract as much of Earth’s limited fossil fuel supplies as possible before markets fall in the face of better, less-expensive alternatives and an accelerating climate crisis don’t seem

Every day we fail to act on the climate crisis is a day stolen from young people and those not yet born. We owe Greta and all young people a debt of gratitude for holding a mirror to our actions. More than anything, we owe them a future, and that means getting serious about changes needed to resolve this crisis.

Young people like Greta are drawing attention to an issue that has too long been downplayed or ignored for political or economic reasons. The best prize we can give them is recognition of our need to live within our means on this small, blue planet. This is not a left-right issue. We’re all in this together.

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ECOLOGIC

Voting against yourself THERE’S BUT ONE certainty in the coming election: if Conservatives win, the environment loses. And because we are the environment—as informed thinkers suggest—we’ll all lose. It’s that simple.

According to polls, nature issues (i.e. climate change, pollution, biodiversity) rank among Canadians’ top-five voter concerns. Yet conservation isn’t an election issue because Conservatives, who command 30 to 40 per cent of the vote, refuse to talk about it.

As the world’s second-largest country, Canada’s vast habitats serve important global functions, such that changes to environmental policy (i.e. during the

BY LESLIE ANTHONY previous Conservative government), can affect the entire planet. Yet the same abundance of wilderness delivers a false sense of accomplishment around conservation. With half of Canada’s animal species in decline and a fifth at risk of extinction, we’re clearly not doing great.

Among the drivers of decline: ocean warming and acidification; habitat loss through land conversion by resource development and climate-driven pest outbreaks, permafrost loss and fires; and water pollution. The past four years have seen incremental improvements in these— some big, some small—but all would be washed away under the deregulation and slash-and-burn cuts of a conservative government (i.e. Doug Ford’s Ontario).

The environment isn’t part of the Conservative conversation because this is a political brand no longer deserving of its title, so far has it migrated from philosophical underpinnings. In fact, today’s Conservative blend of populism and unbridled free-marketeering is more in line with the Libertarian visions of Ayn Rand (to whom top Republicans, the Koch brothers, and even Stephen Harper have pledged allegiance), and comes with the same stark, binary mindset of us-versus-themism. Under a façade of freeing individuals from the evil restraints of government or cooperative social progress—while holding out never-to-materialize cash carrot-sticks— today’s conservatism enslaves voters in institutionalized ignorance, inaction, and jingoism. Look around (i.e. U.S., UK, Alberta). I’m not making this up.

Today’s conservatism relies on leveraging false notions of economic collapse (i.e. the economic sky is falling despite Canada leading the G7 in key indicators), empty promises of personal enrichment (no measurable demonstration exists), fantasies of moral certitude (Conservative politicians are charged and convicted of illegalities at a far higher rate than all other political stripes combined), and a deep rooting in the misanthropic soils of self-interest

(everyone else is out to take something from you or your family).

Exacerbating these troglodytic concepts is the bipolar spectrum of the Conservative vote: at one end the avarice of those working the levers of the capitalist machine (i.e. oil execs), forever chasing handouts (i.e. tax breaks and deregulation) that will further concentrate money and power in the hands of a select few; at the other end, an uncritical roused rabble (i.e. yellow vesters), whether it stems from laziness, lack of education, religiosity, misplaced anger (Conservatives are triggered with comical ease), the reactionary buyinginto of malicious ad hominem attacks (no other party vilifies other leaders like Conservatives), or unsubstantiated kneejerk fears over immigration, taxes, jobs, crime, ethics, or the economy.

More dangerously, backed by globalist financial interests, Conservatives will now do anything to gain power, a usurpation of democracy unseen among progressive parties. Don’t believe it? Fact-check the collateral offered by each federal Canadian party on Twitter. Virtually everything emanating from Conservative camps is an outright lie, distortion of facts, or carefully curated misinformation. To claim non-existent moral high ground through a titanic act of transference, Conservatives also now label anyone concerned with social or environmental justice (no matter their party) “radicals.” Such subjects are in no definable way radical in nature; they’re academic, fact-based, practical, and centrist in their leanings. Not so today’s conservatism, a constantly fissioning milieu of self-devouring jackals characterized by radical factions that roil against any centrist drift as not conservative enough. Again, look around: #RWNJ splinters like the U.S. Tea Party, and, in Canada, the Reform, Alliance, Heritage, Wild Rose, and People’s parties—each bastions of fundamentalist, homophobic, anti-immigrant, and candycoated Libertarian sentiment. Have any come to power? Actually, yes. After ultimately recognizing their vote-splitting, right-wing factions—always reluctantly— posse up again (i.e. Conservative Party of Canada, United Conservative Party) with backroom promises of further-right policies, then slipped into the mainstream via opacity and electoral trickery (i.e. see CPC convictions, current investigation of the UCP).

Amidst such malfeasant calculus, whither room for ecological thinking? We know that caring for the environment boosts the economy and generates jobs, but we also know more transformative change is required. The odds of getting better action on the environment from a government already engaged in it are far better than the odds of getting anything from a government that demonstrably doesn’t care.

Leslie Anthony is a science/environment writer and author who holds a doctorate in reversing political spin. n

OUTSIDER

Voting to protect our winters I’VE NEVER BEEN very political in my writing, preferring to leave the news in the capable hands of Pique reporters and the satirical commentary to G.D. Maxwell’s weekly column on the back page of this

BY VINCE SHULEY publication. But every four years I hear from lobbyists, pundits, activists and politicians that this is the most important election in Canada’s history. And while that may or may not be the case in 2019, as Canadians we have every reason in the world to have our say on Oct. 21.

I’ll start first with the fact that this is my first time voting in a Canadian Federal Election. The last time ‘round the election ferris wheel I was weeks (if not days) away from pledging my allegiance to the Queen of Canada and gaining my all-important ticket to vote: citizenship. I may have missed my chance to Stop (and stick it to) Stephen Harper, but thankfully much of the country rallied to the cause and “Harper’s Last Day”

LINE IN THE SNOW This election, vote to protect our winters.

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suddenly grew from a hopeful pipedream to euphoric reality.

It didn’t turn out to be all peaches and cream though, did it? Weed is legal, so credit where credit is due on that one.

But what was an epic battle of David vs.

Goliath/Luke Skywalker vs. Darth Vader/ Jon Snow vs. the Night King—on so many issues—seems to have slowly devolved into the South Park-popularized partisan race of a Giant Douche vs. a Turd Sandwich.

I’ll try to remain optimistic here,

same. If we don’t start making moves on this climate-change thing, eventually we’ll all be f-----.

I realize that’s a pretty simplistic view, but if you want to get down to the brass tacks of how it’s going to affect your day to day in the mountains, we need to make the decisions that will protect our winter livelihoods (and playgrounds) for as long as possible. If the wealthy vote to preserve their wealth then the skiers and snowboarders should vote to preserve their pow. And,

If the wealthy vote to preserve their wealth then the skiers and snowboarders should vote to preserve their pow.

though it’s a slippery slope. While the parties that are likely to win all have their downfalls, and the parties some of us want to win probably won’t, there’s nothing that embarasses a nation more than a low voter turnout. So what’s a card-carrying Outsider supposed to do? Vote to protect our winters, obviously.

Whether you choose to believe the majority of the science community, fencesitting climate change deniers or a raging Swedish teenager, the end result is the

if you think that having a good snowfall season signals climate change alarmism, you need to understand the difference between weather (short-term) and climate (long-term) events.

Protect Our Winters (POW) does just that.

Founded by snowboard rockstar Jeremy Jones in 2007, this nonprofit has grown to 130,000 supporters worldwide and has sent Jones himself to Washington multiple times to lobby members of congress to defend an industry that contributes about

US$20 billion to the American economy each year (according to researchers at the University of New Hampshire and Colorado State University).

POW now has a northern arm as well, aptly named Protect our Winters Canada and chaired by Whistler local Mike Douglas.

POW Canada has acknowledged that change starts at the individual, but if we want any tangible large-scale action we require largescale policy changes on a federal level.

Is the current Liberal government equipped to do that? The jury is out on that one. Could a Liberal minority government with NDP and Green seats (as oversight) do better? Probably. Can the Conservatives?

Hell no.

For the progressive parties, the last time it was all about stopping Harper in his tracks. This time it’s about telling Trudeau to smarten up, check his place in the justice system and follow through on all the rhetoric that got him elected last time.

Throwing strategic voting to the wind and voting with one’s conscience is worth the risk this time. It may just send the message we want them to hear.

And make sure you all vote on Oct. 21.

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Your Vote 2019: The Pique guide to #Elxn43

By Braden Dupuis

If

you’re reading this, it means two party’s national platforms).

Trudeau paddled a canoe, and said he things: we both survived Canada’s 43rd election campaign, and you’re wants to send you camping.

Scheer refused to apologize for his 2005 still undecided on who’s going to get your vote on Oct. 21 (or you just really, really comments comparing the idea of same-sex enjoy reading political coverage—we can marriage to counting a dog’s tail as one of its legs, and was caught lying on his resume get behind that). about being an insurance broker (and also And what a campaign it was.

Beginning as what could generously about being a dual American citizen).

Singh said he hopes President Donald be described as a boring election, the campaign exploded into international Trump gets impeached, and promised to build controversy as old photos surfaced of Prime a hospital in Ontario even though building Minister Justin Trudeau wearing blackface hospitals is a provincial responsibility.

May Photoshopped a reusable cup and on at least three separate occasions.

The Liberals didn’t lose much traction in metal straw into an innocuous photo, for the polls over the incident (telling, or no?), some reason.

The People’s Party’s Maxime Bernier and a week later the world’s focus was on climate change, and the millions marching pledged to do nothing on climate change.

And now we’re here. to protest government inaction.

The best part of any election campaign.

In Canada, nearly a million people The end. took to the streets to protest. Vancouver Before casting your ballot on the back of counted about 80,000, while Whistler’s a campaign promise, it’s good to remember march hosted hundreds in the rain.

Trudeau marched in Montreal (seemingly these promises are easily broken—the oblivious to the fact that the march was Liberal guarantee four years ago that 2015 protesting him?), alongside the Green would be the last Canadian election to use Party’s Elizabeth May, while the NDP’s First Past the Post is only Exhibit A of a veritable alphabet of lies.

Jagmeet Singh marched in Victoria.

To help all of you undecided voters Conservative leader Andrew Scheer didn’t march, but instead announced he make your choice at the polls, Pique put would make roads wider to fight climate three questions to each candidate, giving change and then had a pizza party in them roughly 150 words to answer each: If Richmond (as Trudeau learned just one elected, what are you going to do to help Whistler cope with climate change, help week earlier, bad optics are bad optics).

But, like Trudeau, the climate march Whistler’s economy, and make life more snub didn’t appear to have too much affordable for Whistlerites? impact on the Conservative Party’s poll Read on for their answers, which have been lightly edited for spelling and grammar numbers (telling, or no?).

As with any election, there was also lots and are presented in order of party seat of talk about affordability and the economy, count in the House of Commons. and “putting more money back in your -Braden Dupuis pocket” (see page 44 for more on each

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Patrick Weiler

LIBERAL PARTY

Patrick Weiler Environmental and resource management lawyer

DURING HIS FIRST OFFICIAL meet and greet in Whistler at Caramba on Sept. 20, Liberal candidate Patrick Weiler made a good impression on at least one local.

“I like him!” a woman gushed, staring intently into my eyes, after a short conversation with Weiler.

“He’s smart!”

Sensing my suspicion at this seemingly random, yet oddly targeted exchange, Weiler’s campaign manager jumped in to answer the obvious question.

“That’s not a plant!” she said.

Thank goodness.

Judging from the reactions of other Liberal supporters at the event, the reaction was indeed genuine, and not a one-off.

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FEATURE STORY Longtime local entrepreneur and philanthropist Sue Adams threw her support behind Weiler, and encouraged others to do the same.

The 33-year-old environmental and resource management lawyer has big shoes to fill, running in place of outgoing MP Pamela Goldsmith-Jones—but he seems eager to do the work despite his relative lack of political experience.

“If I’m elected, I will be a very strong advocate for Whistler, for the tourism industry, to make sure that it continues to be a strong driver of growth, “ he said.

“And I’ll be there to meet with communities and businesses to make sure that it’s the thriving industry that it is today.”

If elected, what are you going to do to help Whistler cope with climate change?

The best way to help Whistler cope with climate change is to continue to take real action to fight climate change while taking action to adapt to our already changing climate. Over the last four years, the Liberal government has done more to fight climate change than any other government in Canadian history.

And if elected, I will push to do all that I can to ensure we exceed our 2030 emission reduction targets and are on track to be net-zero emissions by 2050.

I will fight for local investments in low- and zero-emissions infrastructure, such as charging stations, public transit and school buses. I am also committed to working with other levels of government to find more options for zeroemission transportation between population centres in the Sea to Sky corridor.

While we work to mitigate the effects of climate change, we also need to prepare for more extreme weather, which will require adaption. I’ll work hard so that Whistler receives the necessary federal investments to be resilient in these changes.

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By collaborating with the business community and local government, I would like to develop a pilot project that can address the specific issues and opportunities that we have here in tourism-based resort municipalities like Whistler. My goal is to address affordability and labour-shortage challenges so jobs can be filled quickly and people have a place to call home.

If elected, how will you make life more affordable for Whistlerites?

Whistler is one of the most expensive places in Canada outside of a major city centre, and that’s one of the reasons it’s so important we address affordability issues here. In July, we announced a $7.3-million investment for a new 24-unit staff housing project in Whistler. If elected, I’ll work with the Whistler Housing Authority and other partners to advocate for more projects like this that help alleviate pressure on the housing market and provide more affordable places for people to live locally.

I’ll also work to create more before- and after-school childcare spaces in Whistler so families have access to the childcare they need.

As the seasons change, we’re reminded of how much energy our homes use. That’s why I’ll make sure Whistlerites have access to $40,000 interestfree loans to retrofit their homes to make them more energy efficient.

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Gabrielle Loren accountant and entrepreneur

Gabrielle Loren CONSERVATIVE PARTY WHISTLER’S COUNCIL MEETINGS are not the most well attended events on the schedule, so it’s usually easy to pick out new faces.

Needless to say, Gabrielle Loren was instantly recognizable to this reporter in the second row at the Sept. 3 meeting.

She introduced herself and made some small talk, and I was able to flesh out her personality somewhat better than what I was able to discern from our two previous phone calls.

Loren—a longtime accountant and entrepreneur in West Vancouver—is friendly and personable, and while she’s new to politics, appears ready to do her homework.

In Loren’s eyes, collaboration is “the only way we’re going to get anything done,” she said.

“Nobody seems to realize that to get anything done in this country, we need the federal government, the provincial government, the regional districts, the municipalities all online, and it seems like we’re spending so much time and effort fighting each other that nothing’s going ahead,” she said on Sept. 30.

“My favourite saying is that right now, it’s like a bunch of kids in a sandbox throwing sand at each other, and I’d just like to sit them all down and go, ‘now stop it!’”

If elected, what are you going to do to help Whistler cope with climate change?

All of the three questions are not mutually exclusive as part of an effective overall solution. In terms of the environment, I would work with the appropriate parties to investigate and advocate for technology and infrastructure that deals with the unique needs of Whistler. Pilotproven green technology developed by Canadians, and other cold-weather communities and countries to reduce carbon emissions associated with cold-

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weather communities. Implement strategies used to reduce the negative impact of tourism; more vehicle electric charging stations; look at options for alternative mass transportation to Whistler to reduce individual car use; look at a community and tourist-friendly “education plan” that informs tourists to Whistler how each small change in behaviour positively affects the area.

If elected, what will you do to help Whistler’s economy?

Sit down with all stakeholders in Whistler to get a clear understanding of what Whistlerites want, and then develop a clear plan for the economy; this needs to include all levels of government working together. As per Question No. 1, we need to focus on increasing tourism while minimizing the negative impact on the environment. I would meet with small businesses to find grassroots solutions; review the National Energy Corridor [the Conservatives’ proposal to transport energy and resources from coast to coast] as it supports the economy and environment of Whistler; support innovative community economic initiatives. Work with all levels of government to streamline processes for business operations and reduce red tape.

If elected, how will you make life more affordable for Whistlerites?

Focus on housing shortages and create a workable plan among all levels of government: promote the use of federal lands to build a variety of housing— multi-use, rental, single-family. Advocate for a tax credit for purpose-built rentals. Promote and assist with available tax credits: Green Home, Universal Tax, Green Public Transit; Children’s Fitness, and Arts & Learning as these credits will provide more money to families and individuals. Work with the community to develop comprehensive affordability initiatives that meet the needs of Whistler.

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Judith Wilson NDP

If you had to award a candidate for most low-key campaign, the NDP’s Judith Wilson would win, hands down.

An also-ran in the riding during the 2006 campaign, Wilson became the NDP’s 2019 candidate just a week before the cut-off, and only after two other potential candidates didn’t pan out.

During the worldwide climate march on Sept. 27, a colleague asked if Wilson had a website, Facebook page or Twitter account—anything that might indicate what she was up to during the marches.

Hmm. There were none to speak of at the time, although Facebook and Twitter accounts were eventually created for the campaign just days after the march.

A longtime New Democrat and practicing family lawyer in Sechelt, Wilson is taking an earnest and straightforward approach to her campaign— she doesn’t pretend to have all the answers, but she’s eager to learn and ready to fight for the riding. “[The candidates] don’t have all the answers here,” she told Pique on Oct. 1.

“The answers are really going to be in the community, and then what you need to have is a facilitator and a fighter. And I’m used to doing that.”

If elected, what are you going to do to help Whistler cope with climate change?

The possible impacts on Whistler of the warming climate could represent significant challenges requiring the business community to adapt. The NDP will provide support [for the] mitigation of climate-change effects, and I would work with all the stakeholders to see that all the communities in this riding benefit from funds needed for adaptation. The nature of the adaptation will depend on the nature of impacts that can only be guessed at right now. I am still hopeful that the world will come together to meet the challenge of reducing emissions and if that happens, significant mitigation for climate change will not be required. I strongly believe we are all in this together and will need to work with municipal and local communities throughout the riding to meet targets for emission reductions and to meet the need to adapt to changes in our climate.

If elected, what will you do to help Whistler’s economy?

I will assist homeowners to access retrofit programs to become more energy efficient, make sure that Whistler taps into the NDP’s program to create 500,000 new affordable rental housing units, and work with local municipal politicians to enhance public transit. These are policies designed primarily to meet climate change head on and to address the lack of affordable housing, but the effect will be an economic boost to the community.

Working to meet the commitments of the NDP’s New Deal [the party’s wide-ranging national platform] will be my focus. I will focus on the needs of people, because I believe that making people’s lives better is the key to a better economy. This includes improvements to employment insurance rules to make the lives of the seasonal workforce less of a challenge and will make for a more stable workforce and a better economy.

If elected, how will you make life more affordable for Whistlerites?

As an NDP Member of Parliament, I will work hard to bring about changes in the way post-secondary education is funded, make sure that PharmaCare actually becomes a part of our system, and get rid of dental costs for those earning less than $70,000 per year. I will place very high on my priority list the things that really help in the affordability crunch and these include: changes to mortgage policies to allow for 30-year terms, building affordable housing units and providing rental subsidies right away for those who have rents consuming over 30 per cent of their gross income. Parents on the hook for funding education, as well as the students who currently borrow significant sums—if they can even afford to go to post-secondary education—will find life much more affordable when an NDP government gets rid of interest rates on student loans and moves, over time, towards an end to tuition-based post-secondary education.

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Dana Taylor

GREEN PARTY

Dana Taylor Executive VP of the MEchanical Contractors Association of B.C.

THE GREEN PARTY’S DANA TAYLOR—a two-time North Vancouver city councillor and current executive vice-president of the Mechanical Contractors Association of B.C.—felt the love of the electorate on more than one occasion in the campaign.

Unsurprisingly, it may have been most prevalent during the climate strike march in Whistler on Sept. 27.

Taylor told the story of one young woman who stood in the rain waiting for him to finish a conversation before introducing herself.

“She waited and waited, and I could see her looking at me … When the other people sort of dispersed, she walked up to me and she said, ‘I just want to hug you,’” Taylor recalled with a laugh.

“It brought tears to my eyes, I tell ya. So I guess I’m getting some recognition in some quarters there.”

Action on climate change is the Green Party’s bread and butter, but it remains to be seen if the momentum of millions marching in the streets will carry forward to the ballot box.

Taylor said he has a favourite saying for young voters.

“I say, ‘Go to the polls with your parents and make sure they vote for your future,’” he said.

“So where that lands, we’ll find out.”

If elected, what will you do to help Whistler’s economy?

People come from around the world to live, work, learn and play in Whistler and the corridor. As a global destination and tourism leader, we need to protect the environment and support a stable workforce, local businesses, and increase affordable housing and transportation.

To ease mobility constraints and building maintenance costs, I will advocate for greater investment in green and affordable infrastructure like electric vehicles, buses and energy-efficient retrofits for buildings.

With partners, I will advocate for local education opportunities for our labour force with the Chamber of Commerce, Whistler Learning Centre and the Squamish Lil’Wat Cultural Centre. Investing in the arts and cultural tourism celebrates diversity and creativity and helps to shield against the negative impacts of a changing climate.

With better fire, flood and drought monitoring, we can protect our attractive wilderness and environment.

Finally, by supporting more daycare facilities and family services, local entrepreneurs, especially women, can thrive!

If elected, what are you going to do to help Whistler cope with climate change?

If elected, how will you make life more affordable for Whistlerites?

Our region already experiences the impacts of climate change.

The Green Party of Canada pledges to significantly draw down carbon emissions by cutting subsidies for the fossil fuel industry, cancelling the TransMountain expansion—freeing up $13 billion—and redirecting those funds into renewable energy. We will implement a National Electric Grid Strategy that will transmit cheap, clean, renewable energy across the country.

We absolutely need to protect our natural ecosystems, which all life depends upon. The GPC will support residents and small business with a regional climate adaptation and renewable energy fund to help boost renewable energy solutions like [electric vehicle] infrastructure, plug-ins and energy-efficient retrofits for residential, commercial and industrial buildings. We’ll also help small business owners convert to biodiesel for agriculture, fishing and forestry operations. And, we will map vulnerable flood, drought and fire zones, invest in long-term fire protection and restoration of affected forests and coastal areas.

Low- and middle-income people living in Whistler and throughout the corridor are experiencing record challenges with affordability.

Increasing access to and supply of affordable housing is a priority. I and the Green Party of Canada will focus on increasing non-market and co-op housing and adjusting the mandate of the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation to better serve multi-dwelling housing needs.

We will advocate for the establishment of a federal minimum wage of $15 hour to create a wage floor for every Canadian, including workers in our corridor.

I will advocate for improved investment and policy development that directly support healthcare services in communities in the Sea to Sky. In partnership with governments, the Squamish and Lil’Wat First Nations, and local communities, I will advocate for more affordable childcare for all children. This will also support local entrepreneurs and workers thrive in their workplace and at home.

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FEATURE STORY

Robert (Doug) Bebb

PEOPLE’S PARTY

IT TAKES A CERTAIN KIND

of conviction to walk into a room full of climate activists and tell them they’re believing in fairy tales— but through the 2019 campaign, the People’s Party’s Robert (Doug) Bebb took every opportunity to do just that.

Sometimes he got laughed at; some people even hissed.

But Bebb stands behind his party’s controversial message that there is, in fact, no climate emergency.

A semi-retired mechanical engineer who also holds an MBA, Bebb decided to run for the fledgling, far-right-leaning party due to his dissatisfaction with how things are going, both in Canada and around the world.

Does he ever get nervous taking his controversial message to the environmental masses?

“No, not really,” he said.

“I’m not making stuff up. I’m reading official documents, peer-reviewed papers, all sorts of stuff that’s out there. It’s just not reported, and it should be reported.

“So, no. I don’t feel any fear in speaking the truth.”

In any crowd, there are independent thinkers, he posited—and generally speaking, he believes the crowd is wrong.

“I have no problem standing up on the basis of fact or what I read. I’m an intelligent guy … and breaking with the crowd, it’s not something I have difficulty doing,” he said.

“I’m going to go to all these green debates and I’ll say the same thing …

And if I get booed off the stage, I get booed off the stage.”

emergency (www.thegwpf.com/in-unprecedented-move-head-of-worldmeteorological-organization-slams-climate-extremists/ https://clintel.nl/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/ecd-press-briefing.pdf).

The People’s Party of Canada will closely monitor developments, while encouraging a free and open debate on climate change policy that will include all points of view. In the meantime, PPC policy is to fully protect the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the soil in which we grow our food. [*Editor’s Note: The letter Bebb refers to has been discredited by leading international environmental scientists for misrepresenting evidence of climate change and failing to support its own conclusions. Notably, only 10 of the signatories identify as climate scientists, with many being either engineers or professionals in non-technical fields.]

If elected, what will you do to help Whistler’s economy?

People’s Party policies are vetted on the basis of our four guiding principles: individual freedom, responsibility, fairness, and respect. The requirement of fairness precludes favouring one region or group over another.

For example, it is unfair to ask residents of British Columbia to pay taxes to fund rapid transit in Montreal, as part of a Liberal vote-buying scheme.

Municipalities should be responsible for funding their own infrastructure.

A People’s Party government will provide the same advantages to Whistler as it will to all other municipalities. The budget will be balanced in two years. After that task is accomplished, both corporate and personal income taxes will be lowered substantially. This will help all Canadians.

Equal rights for all means special rights for none.

If elected, what are you going to do to help Whistler cope with climate change?

If elected, how will you make life more affordable for Whistlerites?

Whistler does not need any help with climate change at this point in time.

There is no climate emergency, so no rush to decision is required. This fact was made increasingly certain by the recent statement by Petteri Taalas, Secretary-General of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).

This was followed quickly by a letter written by 500 eminent scientists* to the United Nations stating categorically that there is no climate

Affordability is comprised of two parts, personal income and the pricing of goods. Tax cuts for individuals will increase disposable income. Tax cuts for businesses will stimulate the economy and increase the supply of goods for purchase. This will increase affordability for all Canadians.

The issue of housing affordability in Whistler is somewhat unique.

Housing supply has been artificially restricted in Whistler by municipal bylaws for decades. That is where real change needs to be made. Squamish is doing it and so can Whistler.

A People’s Party government will respect the rights of provinces and municipalities to govern the way their populations desire, as expressed through local elections. The PPC will not interfere in local matters.

What the PPC can and will do is reduce immigration. This will relieve the price pressure on housing, reduce the wait times for medical services, and reduce overcrowding in our schools.

Robert (Doug) Bebb Semi-retired mechanical engineer who also holds an MBA

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THE WHISTLER NATURALISTS PRESENT

NOTICE OF WAIVING OF PUBLIC HEARING ELECTORAL AREA D

Britannia Oceanfront Developments Corporation Zoning Amendment Application Pursuant to Section 464 of the Local Government Act this is to provide notice of intent of the Squamish-Lillooet Regional District to amend Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Zoning Bylaw No. 1350-2016 in a manner consistent with the Electoral Area D Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1135-2013.

Public Notice is hereby given in accordance with Section 467 of the Local Government Act that a Public Hearing will be waived regarding the following bylaw: 1. Electoral Area D Zoning Bylaw No. 1350-2016 Amendment Bylaw No. 1650-2019 Location: 197 Main Street, Britannia Beach PID 005-484-073, LOT 1 DISTRICT LOTS 891 AND 892 PLAN 19960, AND, Macdonald Development Corporation property in trust for Britannia Oceanfront Developments Corporation: PID 015-913-961, DL891, GROUP 1 NEW WESTMINSTER DISTRICT, EXCEPT: FIRSTLY; PART IN REFERENCE PLAN 4390, SECONDLY; PORTIONS IN PLANS 19960, BCP7077, BCP7078, BCP10055, BCP20004, BCP20023, BCP20031 AND BCP25662, THIRDLY; PART HIGHWAY PLAN 145, FOURTHLY; PART DEDICATED ROAD ON PLAN BCP19403 Location Map:

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Tickets: $10 Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Electoral Area D Zoning Bylaw No. 1350-2016, Amendment Bylaw No. 1556-2018 was adopted on July 24, 2019 and resulted in the creation of the CD2 Zone which applies to the Britannia Oceanfront Developments Corporation (BODC) property at Britannia Beach. This project includes commercial development as well as 87 residential dwelling units. Following rezoning adoption, it came to light that when the developer provided their overall density numbers for the commercial site, the “amenity buildings” which include the daycare, fitness centre and community hall were not included in the calculations. These uses are to be contained in existing structures on the site.

The Local Government Act S. 464 (2) (b) allows for the waiver of public hearings if the bylaw is consistent with the official community plan. The overall development plan for the BODC property is consistent with the Electoral Area D Official Community Plan.

Moreover, these uses were previously presented at two previous public hearings.

This zoning amendment simply adjusts the commercial gross floor area calculations in the CD2 Zone from 2000 m2 to 3000 m2 in order to include these uses.

A copy of the proposed bylaws and relevant background documents may be inspected at the Regional District office, 1350 Aster Street, Pemberton, BC, during office hours 8:00 am to 4:30 pm from September 25th to 9:00 am on October 23rd not including weekends and statutory holidays or on the SLRD website at www.slrd.bc.ca/inside-slrd/notices.

All persons who believe that their interest in the property is affected by the proposed bylaw shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the bylaw.

INFORMATION & SUBMISSIONS? A copy of the proposed bylaws and relevant background documents may be inspected at the Regional District office, 1350 Aster Street, Pemberton, BC, during office hours 8:00 am to 4:30 pm from September 25th to 9:00 am on October 23, 2019 not including weekends and statutory holidays or on the SLRD website at www.slrd.bc.ca/inside-slrd/notices.

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A copy of the Board resolution waiving the public hearing is available for public inspection along with a copy of Bylaw 1650-2019 as set out in this notice. Third reading and adoption of Amendment Bylaw No. 1650-2019 is scheduled for October 23, 2019. All persons who believe that their interest in the property is affected by the proposed bylaw shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the bylaw.

Kristen Clark, Director of Legislative and Corporate Services Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Box 219, 1350 Aster Street, Pemberton, BC, V0N 2L0 www.slrd.bc.ca P: 604-894-6371 TF: 1-800-298-7753 F: 604-894-6526 E: info@slrd.bc.ca

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Also on the ballot Voters will have seven official choices when they go to cast their ballot later this month.

Along with the above five candidates are independent Terry Grimwood and the Rhino Party’s Gordon Jeffrey.

Grimwood is a 67-year-old Sechelt resident who founded his own party— the Canada Fresh Party.

“There’s just so many issues that aren’t being discussed, even at this election time. Nobody’s talking about the north, nobody’s concerned about balancing the budget. All the parties seem to be in lockstep with the status quo. In my opinion, they don’t have any ideas,” Grimwood said.

Rhino candidate Jeffrey, meanwhile, is a 32-year-old Whistlerite running for office for the first time under the parody party’s banner.

“People are tired of the same two parties passing the ball back and forth, and no effective change coming about,” he said.

“Corruption in politics … that’s one of the things that’s been driving me. The more I get into things, the more research I do, the worse it seems. Pay for play, pay for access, is basically legal bribery and corruption, and it’s got to go.”

Read more about the two campaigns at canada-fresh.ca and partyrhino.ca/ en/candidats/gordon-jeffrey-2/.

National platform highlights Though Pique asked each candidate to provide their national party platform highlights under the topics of climate change/the environment, affordability and the economy, only the Liberal and Conservative candidates did so. The platform highlights included below for the NDP, Green Party and People’s Party were taken from the parties’ respective websites. Keep in mind these are only small glimpses into what each party is proposing—find the full party platforms on the websites provided.

LIBERALS: 2019.liberal.ca Climate change/environment • Net-zero emissions by 2050 and five-year legally binding milestones.

• Protecting 25 per cent of Canada’s lands and oceans by 2025.

• Plant 2 billion trees.

Affordability • Increasing the Canada Child Benefit.

• Reducing cellphone bills by 25 per cent.

• Increases to the Canada Student Grants.

Economy • 50-per-cent tax cut for clean tech businesses.

• $100-million investment in skills training to keep up with demand for energy audits, retrofits and net-zero home construction.

CONSERVATIVES: conservative.ca Climate change/environment • The Green Plan: A Real Plan for the Environment: Invest in emissionsreducing technology by emission exceeders; green investment standards to ensure that technology investment reduces emissions; Green Technology and Innovation Fund to support the development of Canadian green technology; energy-saving performance contracting for building green homes; increase availability and use of renewable fuels.

• The National Energy Corridor project: minimize environmental impact; allow clean Canadian energy to be more widely distributed.

• Additional tax credits to promote positive environmental changes: Green Home, Green Public Transit.

Affordability • Taxes: remove Carbon tax and GST on home heating and energy costs; provide universal tax cut; make Maternity benefits tax-free.

• Tax credits – Green Tax credit for: public transit, children’s fitness and children’s arts and learning tax credits, green home renovations.

• Invest in Housing: work with provinces and municipalities to reduce

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regulatory barriers to new home construction so more homes can be built to lower prices; mortgage stress test to make it easier to save for a down payment; work with all levels of government to promote construction of multi-type housing.

Economy • Small Business support measures : repeal tax increases on small business; make it easier to navigate the tax system and CRA; instigate red-tape reduction plans.

• National Energy Corridor project : allow clean Canadian energy to be more widely distributed; allow smaller renewable power projects to become economically viable; work with Indigenous communities, provinces and regions on aspects of the corridor.

• Reduction of taxes to provide more money for consumer spending and business development, putting more money in your pocket.

GREEN PARTY: greenparty.ca Climate change/environment • Mission Possible: new Climate Change Act legislation requiring a 60-percent cut in climate-changing emissions below 2005 levels by 2030, reaching net zero in 2050.

• Establish a cross-party inner cabinet with a mandate to “ensure that Canada does its part to limit global warming to a level civilization can survive, and mitigate the impacts of climate change on Canadians.”

• Set legal emissions limits for industries that decline over time, with penalties for exceeding those limits.

• Maintain a broad-based, revenue-neutral carbon fee on all sources of carbon dioxide pollution. Revenues from the carbon fee would be returned to Canadians as a dividend.

Affordability • Establish a Guaranteed Livable Income to provide basic income security • Establish an arm’s length Federal Tax Commission to analyze the tax system for fairness and accessibility, based on the principle of progressive taxation.

• Close tax loopholes that benefit the wealthy.

• Legislate housing as a legally protected fundamental human right for all Canadians and permanent residents.

• Free college and university tuition for Canadians

Economy Transitioning to a green economy that: • Measures well-being, rather than gross domestic product, as a sign of progress.

• Embeds “conserver society” values rather than consumer society values.

• Powered by renewable energy.

• Designed around closed-loop production systems.

• Organized for zero waste generation.

• Organized for local food security.

• Guarantees everyone a livable income.

• Provides affordable housing for everyone.

• Provides universal comprehensive healthcare and education.

• Protects minorities from discrimination.

• Ensures gender equality.

• Builds community resilience and self-reliance.

• Ensures fair taxation and fiscal stewardship.

NDP: ndp.ca Climate change/environment • Stopping fossil fuel subsidies and reinvesting in renewables, creating 300,000 jobs in clean tech.

• Making all new buildings energy efficient by 2030, and retrofitting existing buildings by 2050.

• Moving to 100-per-cent electric (and free public transit).

• Supporting local climate governments and Indigenous communities on climate action.

• Banning single-use plastic.

• Make it easier to buy zero-emission vehicles; build a network of charging stations.

Affordability • PharmaCare for all • Create 500,000 units of affordable housing in the next 10 years.

• Working with the provinces and territories to cap and reduce tuition fees

FEATURE STORY and building towards making post-secondary education part of our public education system.

• Investing $1 billion in childcare in 2020.

Economy • Expand training options, including requiring employers to spend at least one per cent of payroll on training.

• Increase the capital gains inclusion rate to 75 per cent, boost the top marginal tax rate and add a new one-per-cent wealth tax on wealth over $20 million.

• Fully protecting supply management and ensuring reciprocity in all trade negotiations.

PPC: peoplespartypfcanada.ca Climate change/environment • Withdraw from the Paris Accord and abandon greenhouse gas emission reduction targets.

• Abolish the carbon tax.

• Abolish subsidies for green technology.

• Invest in adaptation strategies.

• Prioritize implementing practical solutions to make Canada’s air, water and soil cleaner, including bringing clean drinking water to remote First Nations communities.

Affordability • Cut personal income taxes (after the deficit has been eliminated in two years through spending cuts and fiscal prudence)—“The objective will be to lower taxes for all Canadians by raising the basic personal exemption to $15,000 (from $12,069 in 2019) and reducing the number of tax brackets from five to two, with incomes from $15,001 to $100,000 taxed at 15 per cent, and income over $100,000 taxed at 25 per cent.

• Phase out supply management to create a free, open and fair system that will save Canadians billions.

Economy • Eliminate corporate subsidies.

• Gradually reduce corporate income tax rate to 10 per cent.

• Gradually abolish capital gains tax.

• Approve pipelines using a streamlined process.

• Find a private buyer for Trans Mountain.

VOTING: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW Voting day is Monday, Oct. 21, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

To vote, you must be 18 years or older on election day.

You must be registered to vote. To register, go to www.elections.ca.

You may also register in person before you vote on election day.

Once registered, do not allow anyone to offer you false information or otherwise dissuade you from voting.

If you receive information you believe to be intentionally misleading or malicious, file a complaint with Elections Canada as soon as possible.

Your postal code determines where you vote (most will vote at the Whistler Conference Centre, for example, while Cheakamus residents will vote at the Athlete’s Centre). Check your voter information card or head to elections.ca to find yours.

Unlike in provincial elections, you must go to the polling station assigned to you.

When you get to the polling station you’ll be asked to prove your identity and residential address.

There are three options to do so before voting: Show your driver’s licence, provincial ID card or any other government card with your photo, name and current address.

Show two other pieces of ID, one of which must have your current address (a complete list of accepted forms of ID can be found at www. elections.ca.)

If your ID does not have your current address, you can show two pieces of ID with your name, and take an oath in the presence of someone who can vouch for your address.

You are legally entitled to three consecutive hours away from work to vote.

If you have any questions, call Elections Canada at 1-800-463-6868 or visit www.elections.ca.

For more of Pique’s election coverage, visit piquenewsmagazine.com/ whistler/ArticleArchives?tag=Election2019. ■

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2019 – 6:00 P.M. MAURY YOUNG ARTS CENTRE Franz Wilhelmsen Theatre, 4335 Blackcomb Way, Whistler BC

ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW (DELETE TEMPORARY USE PERMITS FOR HOME-BASED ARTIST STUDIOS) NO. 2242, 2019

SUBJECT LANDS: Zoning Amendment Bylaw (Delete Temporary Use Permits for Home-based Artist Studios) No. 2242, 2019 (the “Proposed Bylaw”) affects all lands within all zones in which residential uses are permitted under the Resort Municipality of Whistler Zoning and Parking Bylaw No. 303, 2015.

PURPOSE: In general terms, the purpose of the Proposed Bylaw is to authorize Home-based Artist Studios to sell products and materials produced on the premises, without the requirement for a Temporary Use Permit.

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 October 10, 2019 to and including October 22, 2019.

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: All persons who believe their interest in 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 October 22, 2019): Email: Fax: Hard Copy:

corporate@whistler.ca 604-935-8109 Legislative Services Department 4325 Blackcomb Way Whistler BC V8E 0L2

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.

After the conclusion of this Public Hearing, Council cannot receive representations from the public on the Proposed Bylaw.

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eeping the pace is the biggest challenge on the Tour du Mont Blanc, and it’s not because the terrain is too difficult.

With every step, another impressive scene comes into view: Mountains, snow fields, verdant hills studded with wildflowers, crystal streams, and the occasional chamois, marmot and ibex.

How do you keep hiking when faced with a continual desire to pull out the camera?

The Tour du Mont Blanc—the TMB—is a spectacular approximately 170-kilometre trek that circles the Mont Blanc massif and touches France, Switzerland and Italy along the route. The accumulated height gain and loss is about 10,000 metres and depending which variations you choose, you will cross 10 or 11 passes between valleys.

Most hikers start their adventure from Les Houches, France, which is easiest to get to. The train from Geneva airport takes travellers to Chamonix and then it’s a short bus ride to Les Houches in the Chamonix Valley and the beginning of Stage 1 of the TMB if you’re travelling in an anticlockwise direction. Some choose to hike clockwise and start from the lakeside Swiss

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village of Champex Lac. It means a longer travel day to get to the starting point, but the reward is fewer hikers to squeeze past and more “Bonjour,” “Buongiorno,” (and sometimes “Good morning”) as you walk by.

The TMB is considered one of the great walks of the world. One of the first to complete the circular route recorded his journey in 1767.

Two hundred and fifty-one years later, we decided to begin our hike in Champex Lac. It was a long travel day from Vancouver: Flight to Geneva (with a stopover in Montreal), then a train to Martigny. Change trains to Orsières, and finally a local market bus to Champex Lac at the top of a steep zigzagging road.

Trekking the TMB can be done at high speed in a week or perhaps less, or in 10 to 12 days (or more) for those who prefer shorter days on the trail and maybe an extra day in a village along the way. We completed the circle in 10 days, but walked for nine. We decided on an extra day in the Italian ski town of Courmayeur to book rooms ahead as we found eight hours a day of hiking was comfortable and also realized rifugios (in Italy) and refuges (in France and Switzerland) were filling up, and camping is not an option on the TMB. The weather in early July was perfect;

only one grey drizzling day required a jacket for a few hours. The rain pants and cold weather gear never left the backpack, and we walked comfortably in shorts and T-shirts. On the lower slopes, wild azaleas were in bloom along with so many wildflowers. Some parts of the trail were still under softened snow, but hiking poles provided plenty of stability and the traction devices stayed in the pack.

Accommodations along the TMB are excellent. We stayed in mountain refuges whenever possible, not only to save money but to enjoy the company of other trekkers from around the world. Breakfast and dinner are served at long communal tables (local wine and beer were for sale at every

refuge), and hikers can order a sack lunch to take on the trail the next day. The few larger villages along the route have small hotels and shops where you can buy food.

There is no need for a tour guide— the route is well marked with TMB logos and distance signposts. We both carried a guidebook (www.cicerone.co.uk/tourof-mont-blanc-fourth) and referred to it continually, for route information as well as hotel recommendations in villages.

Booking accommodation in advance, at least at the refuges that work best with your daily mileage estimates, is a good idea; we were unsure about how long we would walk until the third day on the TMB and we

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didn’t have any stops planned in advance.

The hostel in Champex Lac was full by the time we arrived in the village in late afternoon, and we were lucky to find space in shared rooms above a bakery. Rifugio Elena was our destination on Day 1 of the TMB, but we might have stopped at La Peule if it hadn’t been full. The same happened at Elisabetta, forcing us to hike a very long day to Mottets to find space for two dusty and exhausted trekkers. Thankfully we arrived just as dinner was served, and there was time later to shower and pet the alpacas tethered outside.

It is impossible to choose a favourite part of the TMB; every day was stunning and the refuges were unique and comfortable.

Some were older and not as up-to-date as others (bring your own soap, flip flops and travel towel—and be prepared for squat toilets in Italy).

A stop at Bonatti for hot chocolate is a must, even if you don’t choose to stay for the night. The pastries at Col de la Forclaz are perfect with a morning espresso, and lunch al fresco (with a beer) at Alp Bovine overlooking the Rhône Valley 1,500 metres below is delightful.

A day of exploring in Courmayeur and Chamonix are also worthwhile. The pizza and pasta in Courmayeur, along with the local red wine, was the best ending to celebrate a long day on the mountains. At Le Brévent, some trekkers chose to take the chairlift to Chamonix rather than stay at the refuge; the town has plenty of hotels, shops, bars and restaurants to inject some lively energy into the otherwise peaceful, early-to-bed TMB experience.

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Whistler 50 aims to become accessible ultra marathon NEW 50-KILOMETRE DISTANCE LAUNCHES ON SATURDAY, OCT. 19

BY ALYSSA NOEL NINE YEARS AGO, after the birth of her first child, Deidre Potter decided to tackle her first foot race.

She had competed in plenty of 12-hour endurance mountain bike races in Australia and was starting to delve into 24-hour races when she got pregnant, so she reasoned a 100-kilometre running race wouldn’t be a stretch.

“I definitely ate it big time,” she said. “I made it to 54 kilometres. I did everything wrong—textbook everything wrong, nutrition, hydration, clothing, everything.

It was a really humbling experience.”

While she didn’t make it to the finish line of that race, the experience set her on course to discover a love of running (and cross the finish line in several ultra marathons)—and help curb her postpartum depression.

“With my persistence and changing my eating and getting out and being more active, it completely removed all of that fuzziness you get when you get into that dark place,”

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she said. “The more I did, the better I felt.”

The same held true for the next child that came along about a year later. Now living in Whistler with an 11-month-old daughter, Potter is using that same tactic to keep post-partum depression at bay and will be among the first runners to try out the new 50-kilometre distance of the Whistler 50 Relay & Ultra on Saturday, Oct. 19.

The change was prompted by the influx of 50-mile races in the area that appeal to runners looking more for backcountry adventure than tackling a tough distance, he said. (The race has traditionally taken place largely on the Valley Trail.)

“We thought, ‘Well, if that’s the case and people are looking for that longer distance and more backcountry feel, why

“It’s nice to do something in the village and get that motivation from people who know you.”

- DEIDRE POTTER

“I love this race, I love the atmosphere, I love the race organizer,” she said. “It’s nice to do something in the village and get that motivation from people who know you. I figured I’d just see how it goes.”

Race director Dave Clark said the event has undergone a few changes this year—which includes adding that new distance and scrapping the 50-mile (80 km) distance for solo runners. Instead, only relay teams will run 50 miles.

don’t we try to make it more user friendly, so to speak, and make it a 50-km event,’” Clark said.

Organizers also changed the course to better highlight Whistler’s natural beauty.

“We’re super excited about it being primarily in Lost Lake Park and showcasing the park and the natural beauty of Whistler,” he said.

“That’s what we’re most excited about.”

While it’s hard to directly connect the changes to an upswing in registration this

year, the race has seen a 15-per-cent increase in runners signing up for the 50-mile relay and a 20-per-cent increase for the ultra.

“It’s hard to tell at this point, but we’ll get feedback from runners over the weekend,” he added.

Ultimately, they plan to bill the 50-kilometre distance as an approachable way to get into ultra marathons. To that end, 10-kilometre loops around Lost Lake Park means racers will encounter an aid station every five kilometres.

“Dee (Deidre Potter) said she’s just had her baby 11 months ago and it’s like, ‘How am I going to get myself back into this?’”

Clark said. “She was talking with a friend and all of a sudden, she was like, ‘Let’s do this.’ It’s an approachable thing rather than a psychologically daunting [race].”

For her part, Potter encourages all new moms to dedicate time to getting outside and moving—even if it’s not at an ultramarathon distance.

“It can be that first five-kilometre run or a five-kilometre walk—just being outside,” she says. “There’s emphasis on self-care nowadays, looking into yourself and making sure you’re doing all right. I never thought anything of it until I started doing it for myself and realizing it’s so important to be OK. [Just] know there are things out there to help you be OK.” n

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Whistlerites connect in Canmore REITH, WITHEY HOPING TO GUIDE JR. ‘A’ EAGLES TO ALBERTA JUNIOR HOCKEY LEAGUE GLORY

BY BRADEN DUPUIS GROWING UP, Whistler’s Owen Reith and Finn Withey played a lot of hockey together.

“We’ve been friends since we were babies, basically—our siblings are the same age, so we’ve been sort of family friends,” Withey said.

Now, the 20-year-olds find themselves living in Banff and playing Jr. ‘A’ for the Alberta Junior Hockey League’s Canmore Eagles.

“We’ve been playing hockey [together] since novice, and it’s pretty cool to have that connection on the team,” Withey said.

“We were apart for a few years when we first started playing junior, so it’s nice to be back with [Owen].”

Reith is in his second full year with the Eagles, and has found success so far this season with linemates Alex Young and Connor Lyons, scoring four goals and adding five assists over the team’s first 10 games.

The Eagles have posted a 4-6-0 record in that stretch.

“It’s nice to come back to a team that you already know what’s going on with

in December last year from the Vancouver Island Hockey League’s Comox Valley Glacier Kings after Reith put in a good word for him with the Eagles coaching staff, was sidelined at the start of the season with a separated shoulder.

Since cracking the lineup he’s posted one assist in two games playing on a line with Max Giangualano and Eagles captain Tian Rask.

“I think it’s a pretty good line … Max is probably one of the fastest skaters in the league, so it’s nice to have that speed, and he makes a lot of good plays so you just have to go to the net with him,” Withey said, adding that Rask is a big body who brings a physical edge to the line.

“I think I play similar to that, so it’s nice to sort of have that,” he said.

“We go hand in hand I guess.”

Withey said the competition in Jr. ‘A’ is “definitely a step up,” but credited some playoff time with the Victoria Grizzlies as helping ease the transition.

“It’s a lot faster and a lot more skilled players … a lot of people are going on to higher levels after this, like Division I hockey,” he said.

“I’m still getting used to it, but I’m feeling a lot more comfortable now than I did when I first got here.”

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“We’ve been playing hockey [together] since novice, and it’s pretty cool to have that connection on the team.”

- FINN WITHEY

the coaches and what they want to see, and have people that you know, and lines that you’ll be playing on,” Reith said.

“We started off middle of the pack, kind of. I think we should be a better team than we started, but I think we’ll turn it around this next month or so, in October.”

Reith is finding some chemistry with his linemates, having played about 40 regular season games together last year, as well as most of the playoffs.

“The coaches are really excited to have a full line coming back for this year, and it definitely helps a lot knowing what their tendencies are and what they like to do with the puck,” he said.

Withey, who made the jump to Jr. ‘A’

said he’s learned to keep it simple—those flashy, exciting plays that filled the net in Jr. ‘B’ just don’t work against tougher competition.

“Everybody’s on you a lot faster,” he said. “So just skate hard, keep it simple and good things will come.”

As for the Eagles, Withey said the team is starting to put it together after a bit of a rough start.

“I think we’ll be a good playoff team.

We have a lot of good, physical players which is important for playoffs,” he said, adding that the goal is to finish “top three or four” and earn a good seed for the postseason.

“Hopefully we get on a playoff run like last year, or even longer,” he said. n

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Function Junction warehouse space launching Hangar Cup GET YOUR TEAM READY: THE HANGAR’S NEW ROUND-ROBIN TOURNAMENT NIGHTS LAUNCH OCT. 21

BY MEGAN LALONDE THE SUN IS SETTING earlier, the bike park is closed and ski season is still weeks away—dead season is officially upon Whistler.

If you’re looking for a fun way to keep active and foster your competitive spirit this fall, the Hangar’s newest initiative has you covered.

The Hangar Cup, launching Monday, Oct. 21, will function as a series of roundrobin tournaments aimed at giving participants the opportunity to test their skills at a variety of different sports.

Since taking over the more than 465-square-metre (5,000-sq.ft.) Function Junction warehouse—previously home to Bounce trampoline gym—just over a year ago, Whistler Sports Academy’s Jamie Grant and his team have been providing fun experiences for Whistlerites of all ages, ranging from kids’ combo camps during the day to after-hours ragers.

“The space is unique,” said Grant.

“We’ve got the big mirror ball and lights

and big sound for DJs and bands, and then it was like, we own a sports academy, we’re known for sports and rec, what can we do for adults in here that’s kind of fun and unique?”

A fresh shipment of hockey boards and a test floor-hockey tournament with friends provided the answer—team sports in a nightclub atmosphere.

“The idea for us is you’re playing floor hockey in a club,” said Grant. “You’re not going to the gym, you’re not out on the street. It’s unique in the sense we can have five-on-five, full floor hockey, authentic, with cool music and nets that have spotlights on them.

“You can go to a bar or club and play pool … but we thought with our space, what we can do is turn what is a massive dance floor for a lot of our events into something that’s really fun involving sports and rec,” he continued. “We’re kind of family oriented with the Whistler Sports Academy and this indoor space is morphing into something similar, where we have a lot of kids programming but we have stuff for mom and dad too.”

The first event will see teams compete

in floor hockey, followed by a dodge ball tournament set to take place the next Monday, Oct. 28, and a table tennis tournament tentatively scheduled for November.

The decision to hold Hangar Cup

“We’ll have a lot of variety...”

- JAMIE GRANT

tournaments on Mondays was deliberate.

Grant said he hopes the tournaments will develop into an “industry night” for local employees—he envisions young staff, looking for something fun to do on their nights off, forming teams and building rivalries.

“We’ll have a lot of variety—not everyone plays floor hockey, so we have the dodge ball,” he explained, adding

that they’d eventually like to expand to other sports like soccer, volleyball and basketball, as well as kids’ tournaments, and, eventually, champions’ tournaments.

Co-ed teams of six players can register at a cost of $180, which includes three guaranteed games, as well as food and beverages from Whistler Brewing. The silver Hangar Cup will be up for grabs—“Whoever wins gets engraved on the cup,” said Grant— as will prizes for, for example, the best team name. The Hangar Cup is intended to be a series of one-off tournaments rather than a league, so teams need only commit to one night at a time.

But those interested should act fast: For now, each Hangar Cup tournament can accommodate a maximum of five teams.

While they’re encouraging groups of six to sign up together, “you can also sign up individually and we’ll put you on a team,” Grant added.

“We’re hoping that Monday nights out in Function will be kind of a scene and it’ll be the place to be, even if you’re not playing.”

Play will start at 6 p.m. To register email Mollie@thehangarwhistler.com. n

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Locals earn their Thanksgiving dinner at Turkey Trot SPORTS BRIEFS: SEA TO SKY BEARS MEDAL AT LONG WEEKEND TOURNAMENTS; WHISTLER RUNNERS TACKLE OREGON ULTRA

BY MEGAN LALONDE THE FIRST-PLACE winner of this year’s five-kilometre Turkey Trot, which took place on Sunday, Oct. 13 at Lost Lake Park, almost didn’t run the annual race at all.

“She was a last-minute substitute for another local runner,” said race director Dave Clark.

Steph Racine filled in for a friend who had broken her ankle just days before and wound up crossing the finish line in 20 minutes and 52 seconds, earning the top female spot and the top overall place.

Whistlerite Karen Norton finished in second place with a time of 22:41, while Jenn Kirker rounded out the podium with a time of 23:10.

The men’s side, meanwhile, saw three under-18 finishers on the podium.

Vancouver’s Sam Brown finished in 21:54, Pemberton’s Jack Hartman came in second in 22:20, and Declan Kirker finished third in 23:09.

In the 10 km distance Whistlerite Lee Ann Ahrens came in first on the women’s side in 44:16, Maud Grasmenil, also from Whistler, finished in 45:26, while Courtney Schick crossed the finish line in 49:01.

Whistler-based triathlete Karsten Madsen came in first place overall on the men’s side in 34 minutes, local Chris Bowen was second (39:43), and Peter Slavkovsky came in third at 41:29.

“Sunday was perfect running weather,” Clark said. “[The course] takes advantage of the natural trail and sense of adventure.

It was neat to hear it come back from the runners too. We heard it numerous times.”

-Alyssa Noel

SEA TO SKY HOCKEY TEAMS CLEAN UP AT TOURNAMENTS The Sea to Sky Bears brought home some hardware this Thanksgiving, with the Midget team taking home a gold medal in Comox and the Bantam squad picking up a bronze medal at Port Moody’s annual Turkey Tourney.

The Sea to Sky Bears–Midget A1 team, made up of players from throughout the corridor, executed a clean sweep at Comox Valley Minor Hockey’s Midget Tier 1 Thanksgiving Tournament, beginning with an 11-2 win over the Kerry Park Islanders. They followed up that win with a similarly impressive 12-1 victory over the Tri Port Eagles, before crushing the Comox Valley Chiefs 8-1. They managed to beat the Peninsula Eagles 5-0 in the semi-

final, with a shutout courtesy of starting goalie Sam Gilmore.

Finally, the Bears faced North Vancouver’s Midget A1-T1 team in a thrilling final that saw the Sea to Sky squad emerge victorious in a 6-5 overtime win.

Winger Austin Ross earned his first hattrick of the season, while Ben Brownlie netted the OT winner. Goaltender Gilmore earned himself the Player of the Game, with some very timely saves to keep the Bears in it till the very end.

Meanwhile, thanks to the Sea to Sky Bears’ younger counterparts, the Bantam A1 club, the corridor was similarly wellrepresented in Port Moody over the weekend.

The Bantam squad began their weekend with a 3-1 loss against the Surrey Thunder, before rebounding with a 5-0 shutout win against Comox. The boys followed up by securing their second shutout of the weekend with a 2-0 win over host team Port Moody.

The boys geared up for an exciting re-match again Surrey in the semi-final, but despite outshooting their opponents 42-18, a late goal with just over one minute and 30 seconds left in the third period saw the Bears suffer a 4-3 loss.

However, the Bears came back strong in the small final, securing the bronze medal with a 5-1 win over the North Shore Winter Club, with Joel Mazzotti named the final’s Player of the Game. “We came here to find our game/we found it/maybe not the colour medal we wanted but brought home a Bronze and much more to build from October for the future,” wrote Bears coach Tim Knight on the team’s social media.

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Finding the right outlet A MONTH AGO, I drove through Pemberton and one of the most beautiful 14-year-old kids I know, was standing in the middle of the roundabout, shaking a sign and punching his fist in the air. The climate strikes had come to Pemberton. Nice work, gang, I thought. Good for you. I honked my horn in solidarity and

BY LISA RICHARDSON caught his eyes, and he looked at me with an intensity that could set the world ablaze.

It took me out of my grab-milk-pick-up-kidcook-dinner headspace for a moment. Yeah, I feel you, kid. And I see you accusing me, too, and fair call. It is outrageous, ridiculous and complete bullshit that we are standing here on this precipice. And what have I done and why have I let you down? I hear you. And I, in turn, shake my fist at the generation above me.

So how will we channel that rage?

Elisabeth Kubler Ross famously outlined the stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance. It makes sense, when we wake up from denying the facts about this climate

GOOD GRIEF Grief for a loved one, a lost

opportunity, harms done to you, for the vanishing salmon and the starving bears and what is unfolding on our planet, needs a place to go, because it is love without a landing zone.

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emergency we are in the midst of, that the next emotion to surge forth will be anger. But perhaps the most important thing to acknowledge is that what we’re experiencing is a stage of grief.

Trained fisheries technician and Stewardship Pemberton founder, Veronica Woodruff, recently shared that this season’s sockeye salmon levels are the lowest ever seen on the Birkenhead River. By an order of tens of thousands. Fewer than 1,000 have been seen this year. It is essentially a complete collapse of the sockeye run. “Two of the lowest counts on record since 1938 were in 2017 (18,634) and 2018 (15,066),” reported Woodruff. “Less than 1,000 is crazy.” The bears are feeling the impact—having to look elsewhere for food, and so neighbourhoods throughout Pemberton are noticing more habituated food conditioned bears raiding gardens and fruit trees and poaching chickens, trying to fatten up for winter.

Pair this local reality with the shocking photos of starving grizzlies spotted wandering the shores of Knight Inlet, and the weight of what feels like grief sits hard on my chest and compresses the air out. I’d like to just hand it all over to Greta, whose Warrior energy seems indefatigable. How dare I. Joanna Macy, a scholar of Buddhism, systems theory and deep ecology, and author of Active Hope: How to Face the Mess We’re In Without Going Crazy, says it’s important to acknowledge that this is grief. This is something to grieve. And like grief, we need to find ways to honour the pain we feel for the world, be it fear, sorrow, outrage, or overwhelming feelings of futility.

What Macy has been teaching so radically for years is that we don’t have to do it alone. “We are a culture addicted to feeling good, appearing to be sunny. We are scared of the dark emotions. The industrial-growth society, the consumer society, can persuade us that these feelings are some private pathology or personal craziness.”

They’re not, she says. They’re logical.

They’re sensible. They’re responsive.

Don’t privatize the grief, she says. Stop blocking the despair, because when you do, “all this energy comes through you— creativity, passion, even hilarity. It’s unblocking the feedback loop.”

Every month, for now, my body reminds me that it is creative to its core.

It is constantly priming itself to create the ultimate expression of the Life Force—a human being. It’s utterly embedded in our being and our biology: to create. There are so many ways we can express this.

Often, bringing something to full term—a human, a novel, a house, a painting, a onewoman show, a harvest—is gruelling. It’s super hard work. It’s daunting. It’s a dance with all your devils and naysayers … But it’s in us. As much as we need to rise up as warriors right now, we also need to cultivate the creator in us … to keep the balance.

As is shared every time people lose someone they love, “grief is just love with no place to go.”

These words, of Jamie Anderson, apply equally to this world and its shudders and collapses and tries to rebalance. “Grief is really just love. It’s all the love you want to give, but cannot. All that unspent love

gathers up in the corners of your eyes, the lump in your throat, and in that hollow part of your chest.”

The love we might suddenly realize we had for the salmon becomes grief when they don’t swim back to the spawning grounds that have sung them home for aeons. I need to find a place, not for my devastation about that, my shock, or my anger … but for the love.

This whole climate emergency is not a battle, as much as people say that we need our governments to declare war, so they can mobilize the way they do when we are in conflict with an enemy we can kill. It’s a love story, not a battle. We’ve been doing this adversarial thing for thousands of years, it’s baked into all of our systems, and all we have got for our binary, you versus me, kill or be killed ways, is bloodshed.

My mission is to focus on what fills me with so much love I could almost explode— he’s right here, downstairs, practicing his letters, kicking around a soccer ball, slowworking his dad around into letting him have fish, then a cat, then a dog, as he proves his pet-worthiness—and then, try to love the planet in the same way. To have that shape my decisions, my words, my actions.

When we love the Earth in the same way we love the people who make our heart explode, the solutions will emerge. Also, it will hurt like hell. How to open up to that amount of pain? But it’s out of that space, I believe, that the solutions will emerge.

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Fort Berens’ recent awards haul ‘a hometown win’ for Lillooet winery ‘FOR US, IT’S A CONFIRMATION WE’RE ON THE RIGHT PATH,’ SAYS CO-OWNER ROLF DE BRUIN

BY BRANDON BARRETT JUST A FEW short weeks after first opening back in 2009, the folks behind Lillooet’s award-winning Fort Berens Estate Winery headed down to Whistler to take part in its annual food and drink festival, Cornucopia.

Getting their message across to the wine reps, restaurateurs and tastemakers at the event proved somewhat challenging.

“You had to talk so much about the fact that we were up in Lillooet growing grapes and people are looking at you like, ‘You’ve got to be nuts,” recalled winery co-owner Rolf de Bruin. “They were like, ‘OK, good luck with that.’ You look back upon that, and these days the approach of many people in Whistler is so much different.”

That shift in perception has undoubtedly been bolstered by the slew of awards Fort Berens regularly takes home every year. But even by that standard, the past week has been a remarkable one for the winery. Along with its 2018 chardonnay being named as the top white wine at Cornucopia, it tacked on another seven medals in all—including five gold—at the 2019 B.C. Lieutenant Governor’s Wine Awards and the Great Northwest International Wine Competition in Washington.

“For us, it’s a confirmation that we’re on the right path and I think it’s a huge testament to the team that we’ve put in place to grow premium grapes and to make amazing wines,” de Bruin said, adding that winning at Cornucopia this year was “extra sweet” given the role that festival has played in building Fort Berens’ exposure over the years.

“Cornucopia in 2009 was our first step into the spotlight,” he said. “We do a lot of events [at Cornucopia] and a lot of events are work. You got to promote your wine. It’s a hustle. But going to Whistler is so much more fun because we are able to reconnect with so many people that we see at different

MEDALS OF MERIT It’s been a banner year so far for Fort Berens. The Lillooet winery with close ties to Whistler has taken home 14 awards in 2019—including eight in the past week alone.

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events and so many friends we’ve made over the last 10 years.”

For a vineyard that has had to carve its own path outside of the Okanagan, Fort Berens has almost singlehandedly transformed Lillooet’s reputation into a

Although better known for its Riesling and cabernet franc, this is the second time Fort Berens’ chardonnay has won top honours at Cornucopia. De Bruin credited winemaker James Cambridge for its lightly oaky chardonnay that should appeal to both

“In a lot of ways, you can grow some really good chardonnays but, really, the difference is made in the cellar with how you make it.”

- ROLF DE BRUIN

winemaking region on the up and up. That relative isolation has also forced the winery to “go out and seek partners in Whistler and in this area to make this a success,” de Bruin noted.

“It’s a hometown win. That’s the feeling that we have.”

chardonnay lovers and drinkers looking for a crisp white with a bit more body than usual.

“We spend a lot of time and effort focusing on our Riesling and cab franc because those are the varieties that do really well here on site. But it’s nice to see that chardonnay, which is a wine that can really

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show off the talents of the winemaker, grab that top accolade,” said de Bruin. “In a lot of ways, you can grow some really good chardonnays but, really, the difference is made in the cellar with how you make it.”

It’s been a banner year so far for Fort Berens, which has taken home a total of 14 awards in 2019. The hardware not only speaks to the estate’s winemaking team, but the quality and diversity at play in Lillooet’s terroir.

“What I’ve come to learn is that we’re really proving that point,” said de Bruin. “I think people are catching on. Consumers are catching on and getting excited more and more about this region. But growers are catching on as well.

“We’re sort of at a tipping point in terms of the development of this region.

I wouldn’t say the floodgates are about to open, but I think it’s going to go pretty quick at this point.”

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Going blue to protect our water MAUDE BARLOW TO TAKE PART IN WHISTLER WRITERS FESTIVAL SATURDAY NIGHT GALA WITH NEW BOOK, WHOSE WATER IS IT ANYWAY?

BY ALYSSA NOEL MAUDE BARLOW just might have tapped into the one issue all political parties can agree upon.

It might seem like an impossible feat in the midst of this fiery federal election season, but it’s rooted in the most basic of human necessities.

That issue? Protecting our access to clean water.

“It’s interesting, I keep thinking if anyone would jump on this issue—there has been some small [campaign promises] in a limited way with the lack of clean water and sanitation in some First Nations communities, but it’s been limited,” she says. “Any political party that would grab it would do well.”

Barlow is a long-time activist and author who has been advocating for water for decades. Most recently, she released the book Whose Water Is It, Anyway? Taking Water Protection Into Public Hands, which she will be talking about during the Whistler Writers Festival Saturday Night Gala on Saturday, Oct. 19.

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WATER TALK Maude Barlow is set to take part in

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Communities Project, an initiative to encourage municipalities, Indigenous communities, and other institutions to recognize water and sanitation as a human right; ban or phase out the sale of bottled water in municipal facilities and at municipal events; and promote publicly financed, owned, and operated wastewater services. So far, Paris, France, and Bern, Switzerland have signed on.

a real shift,” she says. “Understanding the plastic crisis has helped people. New studies telling us the tiny particles of plastic are worse in bottled water than tap water because it’s coming from your plastic bottle, I’m hoping if they don’t care about the issue generally, they care about their health.”

But there are still challenges. For one, Canadians often have a misconception that our country has endless clean water.

“If you were to stop every GHG emission in the world tomorrow, we’d still have a water crisis.”

- MAUDE BARLOW

“We thought of this originally only for Canada and Canadian municipalities,” says Barlow, one of the founders of the movement. “It was a very Canadian strategy … It took me by surprise when it became popular in Europe and at universities.

We’ve got our first public school in Quebec and first school board in Montreal [signed on to be] Blue Communities.”

While she’s been writing and talking about the issue of water for decades, Barlow adds that she has seen progress, for one, on the bottled water front. “I think there’s

“We have 20 per cent of the world’s fresh water … [but] the proper allocation is accessible, fresh water, which means you’re not hurting the source. We have 6.5 per cent of the water we can use without harming our water system. It’s still a lot of water— particularly if you look per capita—but it wasn’t what we’ve been raised to think,” she says.

In recent years, other pressing environmental issues like climate change have also overshadowed protecting water.

“It’s been superseded by climate change,

but a narrow definition of climate change,” Barlow says. “I’m not opposed to fighting GHG emissions, carbon emissions, and climate change, but that tends to be the only way we talk about climate change. There are so many other factors … If you were to stop every GHG emission in the world tomorrow, we’d still have a water crisis.”

On the Western leg of her book tour, Barlow says she plans to raise a topic that’s particularly important in this province. “I think you’re going to find a movement against the bottled water industry in B.C.,” she says. “Agriculture Canada is promoting bottled water export [from] Canada. There’s the federal government saying, ‘We’re going to do away with single-use plastics in a year.’ Well how are you going to do that?”

Meanwhile, in Whistler, Barlow will be paired with novelist Omar El Akkad in a conversation led by writer Bill Richardson about themes ranging from global resources to war and human rights. (El Akkad’s novel, American War, is set in the not-so-distant future where a second Civil War has broken out around the use of fossil fuels.)

“It’s quite exciting to share the platform with somebody who’s seeing the issues you do, but expresses them through fiction,” she says. “It will be an unusual, but wonderful evening.”

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audainartmuseum.com/events FAMILY TIES Emma Donoghue’s latest novel, Akin, will be featured at the Whistler Writers Festival.

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BY NICOLA BENTLEY EMMA DONOGHUE’S newest novel, Akin, transports the reader from the streets of New York, where the drug trade’s worst outcome is death, to the promenade in Nice, France, where the city is about to celebrate its annual carnival.

Retired professor Noah Selvaggio is preparing to travel to Nice, a place he has not visited since he was four years old. His intent is to celebrate his 80th birthday while he reconnects with his family’s roots. Noah also hopes to answer several persistent questions.

What was life really like for Noah’s mother in occupied France during the Second World War after he was sent to safety in America and she stayed on to care for her elderly father? Why did she keep a series of mysterious black and white photographs?

What was their significance and, more importantly, what relevance do the images have for Noah and his understanding about his family?

An unexpected call from the Administration for Children’s Services abruptly changes Noah’s travel plans.

His great-nephew Michael, the 11-yearold son of his wayward and now deceased nephew, Victor, is suddenly in need of a home. Michael’s maternal grandmother, his guardian, has just died and his mother is incarcerated, possibly as a result of Victor’s criminal activities.

“I’m exploring Michael’s kinship resources,” Rosa Figueroa, the placement officer tells Noah. “There’s nobody at all to look after him.”

With little choice but to offer his guest room to the boy, the widower reluctantly agrees to a temporary-care arrangement.

Donoghue skillfully layers character development and visually rich descriptions of Nice with detailed historical references to life during the Nazi occupation of France.

Noah approaches the visit to Nice with the focus one would expect of a retired, well-todo university professor whose preferences include museums and galleries followed by enjoying French cuisine.

In contrast Michael is a stereotypical, inner-city tween who hasn’t travelled beyond New York and whose only aspiration, to become a professional gamer, consumes every waking hour. When he’s not being disrespectful to Noah, Michael is glued to his cracked phone.

But, the boy’s curious mind and affinity for technology pays off as the pair explore Nice and uncover startling information about anti-Semitism and life during the French Resistance. With Michael’s help Noah starts to piece together the truth about why his mother stayed behind in France during the war.

Donoghue’s newest work showcases her skillfulness and creativity as a master storyteller. Akin is a richly complex, sometimes dark, but rewarding read that explores what it truly means to be family.

Emma Donoghue is appearing at the Sunday Brunch on Oct. 20 at 11 a.m. at this year’s Whistler Writers Festival, which runs from Oct. 17 to 20. Tickets are available at www.whistlerwritersfestival.com.

Nicola Bentley lives in Whistler where she reads, hikes and writes. n

Discover the unexpected and explore an outstanding collection of Canadian Art Publication Launch: Exploring Emily Carr and Arthur Erickson Saturday 11am, 1pm, 3pm As a complement to Whistler Writers Festival, the Museum will showcase new books including the Emily Carr: Fresh Seeing catalogue, a new architectural book, Eppich House II, The Story of an Arthur Erickson Masterwork and Laurie Carter’s third book in a series, Emily Carr’s BC: South Coast to the Interior.

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Zombies and fairies and freaks, oh my TIME FLIES, people change, and apparently even zombies evolve. At least they do in Zombieland: Double Tap, now playing at the Whistler Village 8.

BY FEET BANKS A decade after the original film enjoyed success and cult status for its irreverent (and ultraviolent) takedown of the zombie genre, director Ruben Fleischer (Venom) has the whole gang back together for another kick at the undead can.

As expected, Double Tap benefits from the pure talent of the returning original cast.

A survivor by strategy, Jesse Eisenberg (now Oscar nominee for The Social Network) is back as “Columbus,” still narrating, still crushing on “Wichita” (Emma Stone—Oscar winner

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and always awesome), and still odd-couple bro-mancing with “Tallahassee,” Woody Harrelson’s Twinkie-loving zombie slayer.

Abigail Breslin (another Oscar nominee) is back as “Little Rock,” the beacon of hope for a better world and she’s the one who convinces the squabbling makeshift family it’s time to hit the road.

That means new (not especially fleshed out) characters, new “why not?” locations (Zombie Graceland!) and lots of the same dynamics and vibe that made the first flick a hit.

Focused more on its human characters than the shambling, brain-hungry monsters of the title, Zombieland: Double Tap relishes in violence (some critics find the creative glee Fleischer takes in killing zombies a tad too sadistic) and pokes fun at the band of idealistic, cooperating pacifists our crew stumbles into. There is no room for love and light in a zombie apocalypse, and that’s OK with me.

Opening this week, Maleficent: Mistress of Evil stars Angelina Jolie as the villain from the classic Sleeping Beauty fairy tale, who somehow became the heroine of her

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It’s hard to go wrong with Angelina though—she’s only appeared in two live action flicks since 2010, so Disney knows audiences will turn out just to see those lips and augmented cheekbones.

Too bad the rest of the film is not as lush, nor as sharp.

First of all, the “evil” subtitle really has little to do with anything, Maleficent is the voice of reason in what is essentially an environmental/indigenous rights film— think Avatar, FernGully, or the history of most continents on Planet Earth.

Maleficent and Princess Aurora (Elle Fanning) live happily in the Moors, a fairy forest full of fairy creatures, beauty and wonder.

Of course, it’s all under attack. Playing into the idea of “the other” and a lack of human ability to peacefully co-exist with

those who are different than us, the human bitch-queen Ingrith (Michelle Pfeiffer-going for it) and her human empire are out to take over the Moors so they can open some fish farms, extract resources, run a few creaky pipelines through forest and institute a church-sanctioned cultural genocide program on all the Indigenous creatures.

(Oops, got a bit heavy into the subtext there, that’s not actually her stated plan…yet.)

To complicate things, Aurora is in love with the human prince, and while half the fairies are all banking that this love will save their lands, the other half are calling for bloody rebellion. You can guess which way Disney and Maleficent end up going.

Less violent than Maleficent 2, the animated The Addams Family movie is also playing at the Village 8 this week.

Decent for young kids (they will literally watch anything), this one pushes the classic “be yourself” message right off the hop, but with a NIMBY plotline (legit: the main conflict is that those kooky Addams are bad for neighbouring property values).

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Winter Games.

OVER THE PAST few weeks, as we’ve been working on our temporary exhibit Construction of Whistler Village: 19781984, we’ve also been thinking about what Whistler Village could have looked like if earlier proposals had gone forward. Before development of the village we know today began in earnest in 1978, town centres for the Whistler area were proposed in various different styles and locations. Three of the earliest of these plans predated the Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW), and were proposed by the Garibaldi Olympic Development Association (GODA), purpose designed to host the Olympic Winter Games.

GODA first put forth an Olympic bid in 1963, with hopes of hosting the 1968 Winter Games. At the time they proposed to build a town centre at the base of the lifts planned for Whistler Mountain, today’s Creekside. This idea of a planned town centre continued to be developed by further bids.

In 1968, GODA submitted a bid to host the 1972 Olympic Winter Games. The plans from this bid placed the town centre at the same location as today’s Whistler Village. According to a painting currently on display at the Whistler Museum, this town centre would have included a large plaza area with a view of the proposed ski jumps on Whistler Mountain, an airport, and a landing area for helicopters, as well as lodgings and retail spaces.

Neither bid was successful, in part because Whistler Mountain had not yet become firmly established as a ski resort.

By 1970, however, when GODA was putting forth a bid for the 1976 Olympic Winter Games, Whistler Mountain had become

better known and the available amenities had increased significantly since 1963.

Garibaldi/Vancouver was selected by the Canadian Olympic Committee as Canada’s official national bid for 1976 and a full IOC bid was developed. This has left behind lots of official material that gives insight into the Canadian Olympic organizers and their vision of the Whistler areas as an Olympic venue, including architectural drawings for a proposed town centre in the official 1976 Vancouver/Garibaldi bid book.

According to the bid book, a prominent selling point for this proposal was the idea of a single-host area, with all events held within four kilometres of the town centre at the base of Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains.

The town centre envisioned in the bid book is not too different from the 1972 bid. Ski Jump Plaza provided views of the ski jumps on Whistler Mountain and was accessible through a pedestrian concourse.

The concourse was to be lined on either side by tall, angular buildings and lifts beginning at the concourse would carry skiers and spectators up the hill. Close by would be an ice rink, biathlon course and other Olympic venues.

The proposed town site for the 1976 Games was very different from the village that was designed just eight years later, but certain elements, such as a focus on pedestrians and lift access to Whistler Mountain are defining features of the village we know today.

We’ll be learning more about how Whistler Village came to be next Thursday (Oct. 24) during the first of a three-part storytelling event on Whistler’s history. You can find more information about the Legends of Whistler event at whistlermuseum.org/ LegendsofWhistler.ubr. n

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1 TURKEY TROT Runners got into the Thanksgiving spirit on Sunday, Oct. 13, earning their turkey dinners with their choice of a five or 10-kilometre run at the annual Turkey Trot, held at Lost Lake Park. PHOTO BY ROB SHAER. 2 SURVIVAL TACTICS Grade 3 Whistler Waldorf School students took part in their first “Swim to Survive” lesson this week, using public transport to get to Meadow Park Sports Centre for the water-safety course. PHOTO SUBMITTED. 3 BEARS WIN BRONZE The Sea to Sky Bears Bantam A1 team picked up a bronze medal at the Port Moody Amateur Hockey Association’s Turkey Tourney over the weekend, Oct. 11 to 14. PHOTO SUBMITTED. 4 IRON WOMAN Local triathlete Marla Zucht zeroes in on the finish line at the Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii. Zucht finished 20th in the women’s 45-49 division. PHOTO BY DAVID MCCOLM. 5 GIRL POWER Students from Whistler Secondary School lead the Q&A at Whistler’s Celebration of International Day of the Girl raising $4,000 for the Howe Sound Women’s Centre and One Horizon Africa. PHOTO SUBMITTED. 6 SEND IT Freeskiers Mark Abma, Sam Kuch and Logan Pehota hand out prizes at the Whistler premiere of Matchstick Productions’ latest ski film, Return to Sender, held at the Whistler Conference Centre on Saturday, Oct. 12. PHOTO SUBMITTED.

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Norman Foote brings The Howl to Whistler CHOIR FROM MYRTLE PHILIP COMMUNITY SCHOOL TO TAKE PART IN OCT. 19 CHILDREN’S SHOW

BY ALYSSA NOEL WHEN JUNO Award-winning children’s performer Norman Foote makes his return to Whistler on Oct. 19, he’s planning to bring some zombies, angels, and ghouls along to help.

“I call it the scariest choir in town,” he says.

Well, considering most choirs are decidedly un-scary (unless perhaps you’ve joined one to face your stage fright), he might be right. His backing choir will be made of elementary students from Myrtle Philip Community School donning costumes and performing his beloved songs alongside him.

And, if you’re faint of heart, don’t worry. “The show is more on the fun side of Halloween,” Foote adds. “It’s not on the scary side; it’s fun and musical.”

The show is dubbed “The Howl” A Musical Masquerade and will kick off with a Halloween mask making session at the Maury Young Arts Centre beforehand.

“We’re really trying to get people to join in and wear their costumes and join the show,” Foote says.

The hour-long event will incorporate

SING ALONG Norman Foote returns to Whistler

for “The Howl” A Musical Masquerade on Saturday, Oct. 19.

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his unique blend of music and comedy— with laughs promised for both kids and their parents.

“A lot of times in the audience you’ve got mostly parents. My show is equally as much for the parents as it is for the kids. I do a lot of comedy comparing the old days to now. When I was young we had to make

he says. “I don’t play with tracks. I’m a guitar player. I’ve played in all sorts of places. I take my guitar playing seriously and my song writing seriously and comedy sketches.”

While he just released his latest album, Everybody Sings, in November 2018, he’s already working on a new record based on

“A lot of times in the audience you’ve got mostly parents.

My show is equally as much for the parents as it is for the kids. ” - NORMAN FOOTE

our Halloween costumes out of a bed sheet and grandpa’s wig. We’d carry our candy in a pillowcase. I get them laughing and the kids laugh. There’s humour in there for the parents and the kids,” he says.

Foote has been honing his show for more than three decades. Alongside a JUNO Award for Best Children’s Album, he’s earned four Western Canadian Music Awards and was named SOCAN’s best songwriter.

At his core, he’s a guitar player and a songwriter. “My shows are really organic,”

time he’s spent in Canada’s North.

“The North has changed a lot,” he says.

“I went up to Inuvik to play the Sunrise Festival and they asked me to go up to all the communities. I went up two more times.

I became really familiar with the North.”

He also has a deep relationship with Whistler. He’s performed in the resort multiple times—most recently at the Whistler Children’s Festival two years ago— in various iterations.

In fact, incorporating children’s

choirs into his act is an idea from Alison Hunter who taught music at Spring Creek Community School for many years. “I learned an awful lot from her and other music teachers in Whistler,” he says.

“I’m thrilled to come back to Whistler.

I’m going to tell stories about what it was like when I used to come up there.”

Having grown up in Squamish, Foote says he remembers when there was still just a logging road connecting that community to the resort. “You went up the mountain for 10 bucks or something,” he says. “I had wooden skis and the first run I did, I fell and broke my skis.”

With the show just around the corner, Foote encourages all Whistler kids to get their costumes ready to join in.

“This show has been very successful for me,” he says, adding he performed a version in Whitehorse recently. “It’s a weird energy because you don’t hear a lot of music with Halloween. It’s a lot of my regular songs, but I’ve adapted them. The kids are all singing in costumes and, for some reason, that brings a different energy.”

“The Howl” A Musical Masquerade takes place at the Maury Young Arts Centre on Saturday, Oct. 19.

Mask making (included in the ticket price) will take place at 1 p.m. and the show will start at 2 p.m.

Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 on the day of the show. Get them at showpass. com/norman-foote-halloween/. n

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DINO DINICOLO

The electric bass becomes an extension of his hands and his voice has developed a rhythmic centre of its own, Dino DiNicolo is a master musician with a groove so deep that it moves the mind, the body and the soul. > 5-7 & 8-11 pm > Mallard Lounge

COCKTAIL DANCE PARTY

Start your weekend early with a handcrafted cocktail.

Then hit the dancefloor or rock our legendary dancing cage with help from DJ Peacefrog. > 7 pm > Buffalo Bills

LIVE MUSIC AT BRICKWORKS Live music every Tuesday and Thursday. > 8 pm > Brickworks Public House

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. > 9 pm > Tommys Whistler

BAND CAMP

Band Camp is a local talent development night at Black’s Pub. This is where new talent to Whistler debuts and artists who have been honing their skills at jam nights make their debut. Free. 604-932-6408. > 9 pm-midnight > Black’s Pub & Restaurant

THROWBACK THURSDAYS WITH MR. TWITCH

Enjoy a musical journey of nostalgia curated by Mr. Twitch. Disco, funk, hip-hop, house and whatever else.

Old-school vibes, remixes, mash-ups and new stuff to keep you on your toes. > 9 pm-midnight > Three Below

THURSDAY LOCALS’ NIGHT

Come join our legendary locals’ night every Thursday, kicking off the night with a game of skate at 9 pm followed by DJ Praiz and friends throwing down some dope tracks. Prizes to be given away each week include concert tickets, snowboards, electric sunnies and skateboards! Email info@garfinkels.ca for guest list and VIP options. 604-932-2323. > 9 pm-2 am > Garfinkel’s

WHISTLER’S MUSIC SEARCH WEEK 3

Two weeks down and one to go. Who will be joining Conor Fitzpatrick and Old Man Grand in the final to win $1,000 and a free Ski Pass? > 9 pm > Crystal Lounge

THURSDAY NIGHT FUNK FEATURING DJ DAKOTA

He spins old school and new school, ya need to learn though, he burns, baby, BURNS … like a hip-hop inferno! No cover. > 10 pm-2 am > The Keg

ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT

WALK AND TALK SERIES, PERMANENT COLLECTION

Docents will provide visitors with an introduction to the Audain Art Museum and its permanent collection.

Visitors will be encouraged to explore the galleries afterwards. 604-962-0413. > 1 pm > Audain Art Museum

COMMUNITY

MULTI-DAY EVENT

WHISTLER WRITERS FESTIVAL

OCT. 17-20

Now in its 18th year, the Whistler Writers Festival takes place Oct. 17-20, 2019 and brings together the very best Canadian and international authors for a weekend packed with readings, workshops, speaker panels, spoken word events, music and more. Tickets are on sale now. To view the program guide and for more information, visit www.whistlerwritersfest.com.

COMMUNITY

BNI MOUNTAIN HIGH

BNI provides a positive and structured environment for development and exchange of quality business referrals. It does so by helping you build personal relationships with dozens of other qualified business professionals. Register by emailing melissa@ betterbrainhealth.info. $20. > 6:45-8:30 am > Whistler Chamber Boardroom

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

DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB

The club meets every week and visitors are welcome.

For a partner, please call Gill at 604-932-5791. > 1-5 pm > Whistler Racquet Club

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

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“EMILY CARR’S BC” WITH LAURIE CARTER

Drop in for weekly yoga classes led by an all-female team of Certified 200 Hour Yoga Instructors. Includes mat use and childminding. Contact us to join the team.

Free. 604-962-8711. > 9-10 am > Whistler Women’s Centre

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

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

Laurie Carter is a travel journalist and mystery writer.

She will be joining the museum for a presentation on her book, Emily Carr’s BC. > 2-4 pm > Pemberton Museum

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

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CHAMPAGNE FRIDAY

Kick off your weekend at Garf’s. Get on the guest list and join the party: info@garfinkels.ca. > 7:30 pm > Garfinkel’s

FIRE IT UP FRIDAY

Come down to Tommy’s Whistler and set the bar high for the weekend. DJ Dre Morel spinning pop, rock and hip hop beats all night long. For guest list and VIP reservations, visit tommyswhistler.com. Let us know if you are celebrating for a gift from us to you! > 9 pm > Tommys Whistler

RUCKUS DELUXE

Ruckus Deluxe features former Cirque Du Soleil lead singer Chad Oliver and Grammy nominated violinist Ian Cameron playing Celtic and classics on mandolin, fiddle and electric guitar. > 9 pm > Dubh Linn Gate Irish Pub

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Adam Bailie is a breath of Canadian fresh air. As a contemporary singer-songwriter, Adam stands out as a cross between acoustic reggae and country soul music. His delivery of rhyme and rhythm is genuine and uniquely his own. > 9 pm > Crystal Lounge

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GREG NEUFELD

Armed with a guitar, stompbox and one of the best, soulful voices you will ever hear. > 5-7 & 8-11 pm > Mallard Lounge

FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE

Live music by Whistler favourites, Red Chair. > 9:30 pm > Tapley’s Pub

WALK AND TALK SERIES, PERMANENT COLLECTION > 1 pm > Audain Art Museum

ONGOING & DAILY ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

WALK AND TALK SERIES, SPECIAL EXHIBITION

Docents will provide visitors with an introduction to the Audain Art Museum and its special exhibition. Visitors will be encouraged to explore the galleries afterwards.

These drop-in tours are free with the purchase of admission or museum membership. > 5:30 pm > Audain Art Museum

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

WHISTLER MUSEUM

Learn more about Whistler’s culture and history.

Now open by donation. > Daily 11am-5pm, Thu until 9pm > Whistler Museum

THE CULTURAL CONNECTOR: A JOURNEY OF ADVENTURE AND DISCOVERY

Grab a Cultural Connector guide and explore Whistler’s world of culture. As you follow the Cultural Connector route, you’ll discover the stories that enrich Whistler’s culture, the venues that celebrate it and the milestones that we’ve achieved along the way. The pathway will lead you through beautiful surroundings and six cultural institutions: Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre, Whistler Museum, Whistler Public Library, Maury Young Arts Centre, Lost Lake PassivHaus, and Audain Art Museum. Free. > Ongoing > Maury Young Arts Centre

INDOOR PICKLEBALL DROP-IN

Have fun playing the fastest growing sport in North America. All levels welcome. Free paddle rental. For more, call 604-932-1991. $10. > 4-6 pm > Whistler Racquet Club

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COMMUNITY

GAMES CAFE

Come in and enjoy a massive selection of popular games. Sunday to Thursday. > 4-8 pm > Cranked Espresso Bar

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME FEEL GOOD FRIDAYS

BRETT DOWN

Friday night weekend kickoff party, staring Brett Down.

This young rising star is making his mark in the local Whistler music scene. By day he’s training hard to make the Olympic Biathlon team and by night he’s playing music to support road to the Olympics. > 6-9 pm > Cranked Espresso Bar

LIVE MUSIC

Solo artists perform every week, except on the first Friday of every month when they swap out for a full band. > 6-9 pm > Whistler Brewing Company

Start the weekend off right with music by B.C.’s finest party DJs mixing the best in hip hop, rap, R&B and party anthems. Whistler’s most energetic dancefloor. > 9:30 pm > Moe Joe’s

Books, songs, and rhymes for preschool children, accompanied by a caregiver. > 10:30-11 am > Whistler Public Library

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JUMMAH SALAH FRIDAY NIGHT ALL LOVE NO CLUB (FRIDAY PRAYER) 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

GREG NEUFELD

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

ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT

LADIES’ NIGHT

We have a gift for all ladies. Enjoy a glass of champagne then hit the dance floor and dance the night away with DJ Peacefrog. Info@buffalobills.ca for guestlist or table bookings. > 7 pm > Buffalo Bills

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

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WHISTLER YOUTH CENTRE DROP-IN

For ages 13 to 18. We offer ping pong, a skateboard mini-ramp (skateboards and helmets to borrow), free Wi-Fi, Xbox One, PS3 & PS4, guitars, board games, a projector and widescreen TVs. Free. 604-935-8187. > 3:30-11 pm > Maury Young Whistler Youth Centre

> 5-7 & 8-11 pm > Mallard Lounge

CAT MADDEN

Saturday Night Live, featuring Cat Madden. Cat will be playing her newest originals and cover songs you know and love. This girl has an incredible voice you’ll never forget. > 6-9 pm > Cranked Espresso Bar

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EVENING IN EDEN @ ALPINE CAFE

Wine Bottles & Roses paired with the vocals of JackQui No and Annabelle. > 7-9 pm > Alpine Cafe

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AUSTIN ROSS

Sunday Session featuring local Whistler born and bred singer/songwriter Austin Ross. If you haven’t had a chance to check out Austin, you’re missing out. He’s killer vocals paired with his guitar and harmonica are unforgettable and draw crowds. > 4:30-7:30 pm > Cranked Espresso Bar

WEEKEND GETAWAYS

DJ Dre Morel spinning pop, rock and hip hop beats all night long. For guest list and VIP reservations, visit tommyswhistler.com. > 9 pm > Tommys Whistler

PATRICK GAVIGAN

BROTHER TWANG

Come wind down your ski day or ramp up your Saturday night festivities with the boys from Brother Twang. > 9 pm-midnight > FireRock Lounge

LIVE @ BLACK’S

Every Friday and Saturday, party with local and touring musicians at Black’s Pub. > 9 pm > Black’s Pub & Restaurant

RUCKUS DELUXE

> 9 pm > Dubh Linn Gate Irish Pub

STORM

Sexy blues tones and warm electric vibes; batten down the hatches, you’re in for a storm. All your favourite tunes stripped raw and served with soul. > 9 pm > Crystal Lounge

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

SATURDAY NIGHT ALL LOVE NO CLUB

He got your blood pumping last night, now satiate your thirst for amazing cocktails and unique beats with tyMetal’s eclectic DJ feats. No cover. > 10 pm-2 am > The Keg

LUGE OPEN HOUSE

OCT 19 WHISTLER SLIDING CENTRE

JERRY’S DISCO SUPREME SATURDAY

DJ Nikky from Vancouver brings the Whistler’s biggest weekend party and best vibe. VIP champagne parades along with the hottest hip hop and remixes! For VIP and guest list email info@garfinkels.ca. > 10 pm > Garfinkel’s

WHISTLER YOUTH CENTRE DROP-IN

> 6-10 pm > Maury Young Whistler Youth Centre

Dust off your gaper day getup, from backwards helmets to gorby gaps, ‘cos the best Jerry outfit gets a free bottle of Prosecco! > 7-10 pm > The Living Room @ the Pangea Pod Hotel

SPORTS

SOULFUL SUNDAYS ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT

WHISTLER PARKRUN

Whistler parkrun is a free 5 km community fun run or walk held every Saturday over spring and summer. Join us every Saturday at 9 am at Lost Lake Passivehaus.

Free. > 9-10 am > Lost Lake Passive Haus

WALK AND TALK SERIES, PERMANENT COLLECTION > 1 pm > Audain Art Museum

WALK AND TALK SERIES, SPECIAL EXHIBITION

LUGE OPEN HOUSE

> 3 pm > Audain Art Museum

WINTERLAND

Join the TGR crew as they celebrate ski and snowboard culture and get excited for the winter to come! Tickets at showpass.com/tetongravity-winterland. > 6:30 & 8:30 pm > Maury Young Arts Centre

At this free and fun get-together, kids aged seven to 14 and their parents learn about the “Learn to Slide” luge programming at the Whistler Sliding Centre. They also get to go on an exclusive track walk, to try “roller luge,” meet famous luge athletes and much more! The event is free. For more information: whistlersportlegacies. com/whistler-sliding-centre/events/luge-open-houseoct-12-2019. > 9:30-11:30 am > Whistler Sliding Centre

COMMUNITY

Soul Club Whistler spinning that funky soul soundtrack. > 9 pm > Black’s Pub & Restaurant

OPEN MIC JAM NIGHT

An open stage invitation for all who can sing, perform or even just wanna jam out with our house band.

Whistler’s longest-running jam night every Sunday at Crystal Lounge. All instruments are provided. > 9 pm > Crystal Lounge

THE SUNDAY GLOW PARTY

Moe Joe’s is transformed into a psychedelic, UV-infused rave cathedral, as Fidel Cashflow, Zapps and La Dooda cook up an aural feast of house and electro beats.

Arrive early to beat the line. > 9 pm > Moe Joe’s

RUCKUS DELUXE

> 9 pm > Dubh Linn Gate Irish Pub

FUNGUS AMONG US

Check out the day’s finds, labelled and explained by experts. You’ll see over 150 types of mushroom. By donation > 2:30-4 pm > Myrtle Philip Community School

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Vancouver-based singer songwriter, formerly of the 99.3 FM CFOX Seeds-winning band the TURN. > 5-7 & 8-11 pm > Mallard Lounge

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SUNDAY SESSIONS

The best locals’ party in Whistler. > 9 pm > Tapley’s Pub

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PIQUECAL SUNDAY NIGHT THEORY

tyMetal’s diversified taste translates to deep cuts featuring classics and future gems, guaranteed to tweak your brain stem! No cover. > 10 pm-2 am > The Keg

ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT

WALK AND TALK SERIES, PERMANENT COLLECTION > 1 pm > Audain Art Museum

WALK AND TALK SERIES, SPECIAL EXHIBITION > 3 pm > Audain Art Museum

COMMUNITY

TENANCY RIGHTS LEGAL ADVICE

Peter Kebengele, Poverty Law Advocate at Sea to Sky Community Services (SSCS), will be hosting informal drop-ins at both the Whistler Public Library and Pemberton & District Public Library at various dates until November. Kebengele heads SSCS’s new Poverty Law Advocacy Program, which offers free legal advocacy support and assistance to financially restricted individuals and families in Squamish, Whistler and Pemberton. For more information, go to sscs.ca/programs/poverty-law-advocacy/. > 3-6 pm > Whistler Public Library

SERVICES PROVIDER DROP-INS

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. Visit whistlerlibrary. ca/events for more details. > 3-6 pm > Whistler Public Library

GAMES NIGHT

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PATRICK GAVIGAN > 5-7 & 8-11 pm > Mallard Lounge

Join us for a fun and free evening of Board Games, popcorn and Oreos. Play strategy games such as Ticket To Ride, Settlers of Catan and Carcassone, or old favourites like Monopoly, Scrabble and Clue. Sponsored

by The Friends of the Whistler Public Library. > 7-9 pm > Whistler Public Library

IT’S YOUR TIME TO SHINE OPEN MIC & JAM

Open Mic night at Cranked Espresso Bar with host Jenna Mae. This is a super fun night for music lovers and artists of all levels. Cranked is the perfect place for new artists to try performing in front of a small supportive audience. > 6-9 pm > Cranked Espresso Bar

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BINGO MARTINI MONDAY > 7:30 pm > Buffalo Bills

MEATY MONDAY

Sport and beer—what more do you need? How about a chance to win our famous meat raffle? Proceeds donated to charity. > 9 pm > Tapley’s Pub

Channel your inner granny and dominate bingo at the locals’ living room. > 8 pm > Tapley’s Pub

BLACK ‘N’ BLUES

Blues night with Sean Rose. > 8 pm > Black’s Pub & Restaurant

LIVE MUSIC AT BRICKWORKS 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

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

SPORTS

WHISTLER TRI CLUB SWIM SQUAD

> 6-7:15 am > Meadow Park Sports Centre

> 8 pm > Brickworks Public House

ALLSORTS

Bringing a wide variety of sounds to your Tuesday evening, ED:WIN will be playing “AllSorts” of music to get you dancing down at Three Below every Tuesday night.

Listen to hip hop, R&B, house, garage and disco! Free. > 9 pm-1:30 am > Three Below

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. > 9 pm > Crystal Lounge

TOMMY TUESDAYS

DJ Dre Morel and weekly guests turning it up every Tuesday night. > 9 pm > Tommys Whistler

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PIQUECAL TUESDAY TURNTABLISM WITH DJ PRAIZ

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

MICHAEL FABRO

Michael Fabro is a Canadian acoustic pop-rock performance artist. > 5-7 & 8-11 pm > Mallard Lounge

ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT

SPORTS

WE RUN WHISTLER: GROUP TRAIL RUN

Join us for our weekly run as we explore more of the awesome trails Whistler has to offer. Check our Facebook page (facebook.com/groups/werunwhistler) for weekly updates. Visit werunwhistler.com to plan your October running. #werunwhistler rain or shine! Headlamps mandatory. Free. > 5:55 pm > Lululemon

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MAC (MATURE ACTION COMMUNITY) COFFEE/ BRUNCH & CONNECT

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Interact is a club for young people ages 12-18 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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We reserve the prime family-style table by the Ola Volo mural for our LGBTQ2+ family. Get your game (or gay’m) on. > 5-8 pm > The Living Room @ the Pangea Pod Hotel

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Zoning Amendment Bylaw (1315 and 1345 Cloudburst Drive) No. 2245, 2019

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Parents and caregivers: Please share your childcare experiences at www.whistler.ca/childcare before October 20.

This important survey is gathering information to shape the future of childcare in Whistler. If you are a parent or are planning to have children- please fill out the survey. The information gathered will be shared with the BC Ministry of Children and Family Development, and may be used in future provincial funding decisions.

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SUBJECT LANDS: 1315 and 1345 Cloudburst Drive More specifically these lands are described as: PLAN EPP1290 LOT C DISTRICT LOT 8073 NEW WESTMINSTER DISTRICT GROUP 1, and, PLAN EPP1290 LOT B DISTRICT LOT 8073 NEW WESTMINSTER DISTRICT GROUP 1, PIDs: 027-791-076 and 027-791-068, as shown on the map attached to this notice.

PURPOSE: In general terms, the purpose of the proposed Bylaw is to: • Amend the AC3 (Athletes’ Centre Three) Zone to allow for the construction of a 4-story apartment building by: - increasing the maximum permitted gross floor area from 2500 m2 to 3900 m2, - adding ‘employee housing’ to the existing list of permitted uses, and, - restricting non-employee housing uses to 2500 m2 of gross floor area, and • Amend the AC2 (Athletes Centre Two) Zone by: - adding ‘employee housing’ to the existing list of permitted uses.

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 October 10, 2019 to and including October 22, 2019.

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 may be submitted prior to the public hearing (by 4:00 p.m. on October 22, 2019): 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.

After the conclusion of this Public Hearing, Council cannot receive representations from the public on the proposed Bylaw.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): “We can’t change anything until we get some fresh ideas, until we begin to see things differently,” wrote Aries psychologist James Hillman. I agree. And that’s very good news for you Aries people.

In my view, you are more attracted to and excited by fresh ideas than any other sign of the zodiac. That’s why you have the potential to become master initiators of transformation. One of my favourite types of plot twists in your life story occurs when you seek out fresh ideas and initiate transformations not only in your own behalf, but also for those you care about. I bet the coming weeks will bring at least one of those plot twists.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Metaphorically speaking, Taurus, you are now crossing a bridge. Behind you is the intriguing past; in front of you, the even more intriguing future. You can still decide to return to where you came from. Or else you could pick up your pace, and race ahead at twice the speed. You might even make the choice to linger on the bridge for a while; to survey the vast vistas that are visible and contemplate more leisurely the transition you’re making. Only you know what’s best for you, of course. But if you asked me, I’d be in favour of lingering on the bridge for a while.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): As I write this, I’m sitting in a café near two women at another table. One sports a gold cashmere headscarf and pentagram necklace. The other wears a dark blue pantsuit and a silver broach that’s the glyph for Gemini, The Twins. HeadScarf shuffles a deck of Tarot cards and asks PantSuit what she’d like to find out during the divination she is about to receive. “I would very much like you to tell me what I really, really want,” PantSuit says with a chuckle. “I’m sure that once I find out that big secret, I’ll be able to accomplish wonders.” I hope the rest of you Geminis will be on a similar mission in the coming weeks. Do whatever it takes to get very clear about what you want most.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Ancient Greek philosopher Socrates was meandering through an Athenian marketplace, gazing at the appealing and expensive items for sale. “How many things there are in this world that I do not want,” he exclaimed with satisfaction. I recommend you cultivate that liberated attitude. Now is a perfect time to celebrate the fact that there are countless treasures and pleasures you don’t need in order to be charmed and cheerful about your life. For extra credit, add this nuance from Henry David Thoreau: “People are rich in proportion to the number of things they can afford to let alone.”

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): I invite you to try this exercise.

Imagine that one springtime you grow a garden filled with flowers that rabbits like to nibble: petunias, marigolds, gazanias, and pansies. This is a place whose only purpose is to give gifts to a wild, sweet part of nature. It’s blithely impractical. You do it for your own senseless, secret joy.

It appeals to the dreamy lover of life in you. Got all that, Leo? Now, in accordance with current astrological omens, I suggest you actually try to fulfill a fantasy comparable to that one in the coming weeks.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): My Virgo friend Lola got a text message from her Scorpio buddy Tanya. “Why don’t you come over and chill with me and my demons? It’ll be entertaining, I promise! My inner jerks are howlingly funny tonight.” Here’s what Lola texted back: “Thanks but no thanks, sweetie. I’ve been making big breakthroughs with my own demons—giving them the attention they crave without caving in to their outrageous demands—and for now I need to work on stabilizing our new relationship.

I can’t risk bringing extra demons into the mix.” I suspect this is an accurate description of what could be happening for you, Virgo.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): In ancient holy texts from India, soma was said to be a drink that enhanced awareness and alertness. According to modern scholars, it may have been a blend of poppy, ephedra, and cannabis. In Norse

mythology, the beverage called the Mead of Suttungr conferred poetic inspiration and the ability to solve any riddle. One of its ingredients was honey. In Slavic folklore, raskovnik is an herb with the magic power to unlock what’s locked and uncover hidden treasures. It’s not a four-leaf clover, but resembles it. I invite you Libras to fantasize about using these three marvels. To do so will potentize your imagination, thereby boosting the cosmic forces that will be working in your favour to enhance your awareness, confer inspiration, solve riddles, unlock what’s locked, and find hidden treasures.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Inventor Buckminster Fuller (1895–1983) was a visionary genius in numerous fields, including architecture, design, engineering, and futurism.

In the course of earning 40 honourary doctorates, he travelled widely. It was his custom to wear three watches, each set to a different time: one to the zone where he currently was, another to where he had recently departed, and a third to where he would journey next. “I know that I am not a category,” he wrote. “I am not a thing—a noun.

I seem to be a verb.” I recommend his approach to you in the coming weeks, Scorpio. Be a verb! Allow your identity to be fluid, your plans adjustable, your ideas subject to constant revision.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): “Art is good for my soul precisely because it reminds me that we have souls in the first place,” said actress Tilda Swinton. How about you, Sagittarius? What reminds you that you have a soul in the first place? Beloved animals? Favourite music? A stroll amidst natural wonders? Unpredictable, fascinating sexual experiences? The vivid and mysterious dreams you have at night? Whatever stimuli bring you into visceral communion with your soul, I urge you to seek them out in abundance. It’s Soul-Cherishing and Soul-Enhancing Time for you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): The coming weeks will be a favourable time to arrange a series of high-level meetings between your body, mind, and soul. You might even consider staging an extravagant conference-like festival and festival-like conference. The astrological omens suggest that your body, mind, and soul are now primed to reveal choice secrets and tips to each other.

They are all more willing and eager than usual to come up with productive new synergies that will enable each to function with more panache and effectiveness.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): “I believe in inhabiting contradictions,” writes Aquarian author and activist Angela Davis. “I believe in making contradictions productive, not in having to choose one side or the other side. As opposed to choosing either or choosing both.” I think Davis’ approach will work well for you in the coming weeks. It’s not just that the contradictions will be tolerable; they will be downright fertile, generous, and beneficent. So welcome them; honour them; allow them to bless you with their tricky opportunities and unexpected solutions.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Piscean pianist Frédéric Chopin (1801–1849) was a poetic genius whose music was full of sweetness and grace. “Without equal in his generation,” said more than one critic. Today, more than 170 years after his death, his work remains popular.

Recently an Italian sound designer named Remo de Vico created an original new Chopin piece that featured all 21 of the master’s piano nocturnes being played simultaneously.

(You can hear it here: tinyurl.com/NewChopin.) As you might imagine, it’s a gorgeous mess, too crammed with notes to truly be enjoyable, but interesting nevertheless.

I’ll counsel you to avoid a similar fate in the coming weeks, Pisces. It’s fine to be extravagant and expansive and mulitfaceted; just don’t overdo it.

Homework: “I have thousands of opinions still— but that is down from millions—and, as always, I know nothing.” So said Harold Brodkey. And you?

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Whistler/Pemberton Girl Guides Adventures for Girls age 5 & up. Sparks & Brownies (Gr K,1,2,3) Guides (Gr 4,5,6) Volunteers always welcome. coastmountaingirlguides@gmail.com

Whistler Youth Centre - Drop - in: Fridays 3:30 - 11 PM & Saturdays 6 - 10 PM for ages 13 - 18. Located downstairs in the Maury Young Arts Centre (formerly Millenium Place). We offer: a Ping pong table, Pool table, Skateboard mini ramp w. skateboards and helmets to borrow, Free Wi-Fi, Xbox One, PS3 & PS4, Guitars, Board games, Projector and widescreen TV's. Facebook THEYC Crew, www.whistleryouthcentre. com or call 604-935-8187.

LEISURE GROUPS Duplicate Bridge Club- Whistler Racquet Club reconvenes in late fall. The club meets every week and visitors are welcome. For partner, please call Gill at 640-932-5791.

Knitty Gritty Knit Night- Held every Tues 6-8pm. Free evening open to everyone with a love for knitting/crocheting. Beginners welcome. For location and further details email knittygrittywhistler@gmail.com or find us on facebook.

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

LEISURE GROUPS Rotary Club of Whistler Tuesdays AM & PM www.whistler-rotary.org

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Rotary Club of Whistler Millennium Meets every Thurs at 12:15pm at Pan Pacific Mountainside. 604-932-7782 Shades of Grey Painters Meet on Thursdays from 1-00 - 4:00 pm @ the Amenities building, Pioneer Junction, Vine Road, Pemberton. We are like-minded 50+ acrylic painters who get together to paint and learn from one another. No Fee. Whistler Reads - Meets to discuss a new book every eight weeks. Go to bookbuffet. com & click on Whistler Reads for the latest book/event. Paula at 604-907-2804 or wr@ bookbuffet.com Whistler Valley Quilters Guild - Meets most 1st and 3rd Tuesdays from September through May. Visitors interested in Quilts and other Fibre Arts are more than welcome to join us. Experience not a requirement. For location and topics of upcoming meetings email: whistlerquiltguild@gmail.com , visit www.whistlerquilters.com or look us up in the Arts Whistler calendar under What's On.

COMMUNITY CENTRES Maury Young Arts Centre - Whistler's community centre for arts, culture & inspiration. Performance theatre, art gallery, daycare, youth centre, meditation room, meeting facilities. www.artswhistler.com or 604-935-8410 Pemberton & District Community Centre - Located at 7390 Cottonwood St. Fitness Centre, facility rentals, spray park, playground, children, youth, adult & seniors programs. For more info 604-894-2340 or pemrecinfo@slrd.bc.ca

MUSEUMS Pemberton and District Museum and Archives Society - Located at 7455 Prospect St. Open: May to Nov annually from 10am-5pm. Guided tours and activities for all ages. Join us for "Tea & Tales" every Tuesday at 2pm in July and August. Some seasonal closures. Closed on holidays. www. pembertonmuseum.org Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre Explore First Nations Art Galleries, and Interactive Exhibits. Gift Shop & Cafe are in our admission free area. Open Tuesday'sSunday's per week. 10am-5p.m..

Whistler Museum & Archives Society Explore interactive exhibits, listen to local stories & discover Whistler's journey. Open daily 11am-5pm, 4333 Main St. www. whistlermuseum.org or 604-932-2019

PROFESSIONAL NETWORKING 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

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Whistler Chamber of Commerce - Is the leading business association in Whistler that works to create a vibrant & successful economy. Learn more about the programs & services at www.whistlerchamber.com

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

FOR SENIORS Activate & Connect - Come join us Thursday mornings 9:30am to 11:00am at Whistler Community Services for a weekly drop in program for seniors 50+. Everyone welcome, in partnership with Mature Action Community. www.mywcss.org

Mature Action Community (MAC) - Represents seniors in Whistler and welcomes new members. MAC meets for fun and interaction with local seniors and those just visiting on Thursday mornings from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. at the Whistler Community Services Community Room for Activate and Connect. Come join us for coffee and socializing while engaging in fun activities. Check us out at www.whistlermac. org or view our schedule on Facebook Whistler Mature Action Community Group page.

Outreach Services - Free confidential support for adults dealing with the challenges of social wellness. Please call our office at 604.932.0113 to speak with an outreach worker.

LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED SINCE 2004 • $241.50 Bi Weekly Staff Housing (Incl bills) • Staff Meals & FREE COFFEE • 15% Grocery Discount At “The Grocery Store” • Local Customer Base • Competitive Wages • Parties, Perks & Positive Vibes

NOW HIRING • Baker • Barista/Server

“Great Team & Awesome Staff Housing” - Irelands Finest Export PADDY BRANGAN POP INTO SEE IAN AT DELISH CAFE OR EMAIL ian@whistlergrocery.com

EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITIES APPLY TODAY! Diamond Resorts Canada Ltd., Whistler, BC

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.

Member Reception (Full Time) Night House Person (Full Time - 10 pm – 8 am) Housekeepers (Full and Part Time)

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

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.

ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY

*eligibility and conditions based on DRCL policies and practices set out in general terms and conditions of employment.

Earthsave Whistler - Providing info & support to people who are interested in making healthier, greener, more peaceful food choices. earthsavewhistler.com

Email your resume with the position you wish to apply for to: embarc_hr@diamondresorts.com

Resort Municipality of Whistler 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

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

Employment Opportunities · Technology and Support Services Librarian · Program Leader · Lifeguard/Swim Instructor · Recreation Cashier - Whistler Olympic Plaza · Skate Host - Whistler Olympic Plaza · Environmental Coordinator Resort Municipality of Whistler whistler.ca/careers OCTOBER 17, 2019

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ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY 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.

ASSISTANT RESTAURANT MANAGER Seeking a full-time Assistant Restaurant Manager to help inspire, develop, oversee and manage our front-of-house team.

JOIN THE MONGOLIE CREW! We are hiring full time & part time:

The Assistant Restaurant Manager will join the existing leadership team, helping oversee day-to-day operations and uphold Araxi Restaurant’s exceptional levels of hospitality.

Qualifications

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• Previous restaurant leadership experience is required • WSET qualification or equivalent is an asset

Hourly wage + tips, flexible schedule, fun & fast-paced

Excellent training and growth opportunities available within an award-winning restaurant group.

(PART TIME & FULL TIME) work environment, staff meals.

Learn how to cook with flair!

Send your resume to careers@mongoliegrill.com Or drop off your resume in person before 5pm!

We offer year-round full hours, competitive wages, gratuities, extended medical & dental, accommodations, potential for future growth within the company, and an employee discount at all Toptable restaurants.

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

Please email your resume & cover letter to:

careers@araxi.com

FAMILY RESOURCES Baby/Child Health Clinics - Free routine immunizations & newly licensed vaccines for purchase, growth & development assessments & plenty of age appropriate resources avail. By appointment 604-9323202

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

Is hiring (FULL TIME) OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

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

Wages are very competitive (based on experience), great perks and benefits.

Come join the best team in Whistler!

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.

Interested applicants please email your resume to or contact Samantha at skeenan-naf@Crystal-Lodge.com

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.

DOUG BUSH SURVEY SERVICES LTD. is looking for a

SURVEY FIELD TECHNICIAN With a two or three year college or technical school program in geomatics. Three years experience and proficient in the use of robotic survey instruments and GPS equipment for engineering and building construction layout, topographic site surveys, site improvement surveys and precise monitoring. Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D also an asset to assist in office with computations and drawing preparation.

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Please call Ian @ 604-932-3314 or email @ ian@dbss.ca #18-1370 Alpha Lake Rd. Whistler BC V0N 1B1 Serving Squamish, Whistler and Pemberton

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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.

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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Signal Hill Elementary, Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri, 9am-12pm. Thurs only 12pm-3pm. Call 604894-6101 / 604-966- 8857

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ESL Volunteer Tutor Program - Volunteer one-to-one tutoring for new immigrants & Canadian citizens. For more information or to register, contact the Whistler Welcome Centre info@welcomewhistler.com or call 604.698.5960

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Busy Structural Steel Fabrication business in Pemberton is seeking to fill multiple positions within the company.

… and discover why Nita Lake Lodge is the place for you!

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.

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Counselling Assistance Available - WCSS subsidizes access to a private counselor for $35-$50/hr depending on financial need.

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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

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.

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• Full Time Experienced Steel Fabricator

o A free overnight stay each year, as well as friends and family rates o Staff rates at our award-winning spa and restaurants o Work for a family owned and operated Boutique Lodge

• Full Time Experienced Project Manager

o Benefits & End of Season Bonus (up to $600) o Ski Pass Financing o Free staff parking

Interested candidates to send Resume and CV to info@wwswelding.ca.

Our current vacancies include: Front Desk Supervisor, Guest Service Agent Banquet Manager, F&B Support Staff, Pastry Assistant We look forward to your application! visit www.nitalakelodge.com/careers to find out more!

Food Bank, Pemberton - Run by Sea to Sky Community Service. Open every second Monday. 604 894 6101

Food Bank Whistler - Located at 8000 Nesters Road, every Wednesday from 10am to noon. For emergency food bags, please call 604.935.7717. www.mywcss.org/foodbank

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Healthy Pregnancy Outreach ProgramLearn how to prepare healthy affordable meals at this outreach program. Sea to Sky Community Services 604-894-6101

The Mexican Corner Restaurant is looking for a Lead Hostess/Guest Services Manager to join our growing team. The role is FULL-TIME, year round with opportunity for advancement.

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.

The ideal candidate would be qualified to: • LEAD our hostess team through the busy winter season • MANAGE our front door and provide LEGENDARY service for our guests • Work with the Management Team to PROMOTE new business and COORDINATE special events and large parties

North Shore Schizophrenia Society Services for family, friends & community.

Mental illness info, support & advocacy. Call Chris Dickenson at 604-966-7334

Outreach Services - Free, confidential support for youth experiencing challenges with mental health, food insecurity, housing insecurity, substance use, misuse or addiction, employment, eating disorders, violence in relationships, roommate conflict or homesickness. Contact our office at 604.932.0113 to speak with an outreach worker or visit www.mywcss.org.

Pearl's Safe Home - Temporary shelter for women & children experiencing abuse in relationships. Locations in Whistler & Pemberton avail 24/7. All services are free.

1-877-890-5711 or 604-892-5711

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• Competitive wage and great tips - If you’re a ROCKSTAR, we treat you like one!

• 40% off meals at La Cantina & The Mexican Corner • Crew Club and Team Events • Lifestyle or Ski pass (valued at $1200) • BC’s Medical Services Plan • Extended Medical benefits (dental, vision, practitioners and more)

Please send resumes to jobs@infinityenterprises.ca

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RMOW Rec Credit - If you are financially restricted, you may be eligible for a $127.60 municipal recreation credit. Contact WCSS at 604.932.0113 www.mywcss.org

Come Grow Sport with us at our Whistler Olympic Legacy Venues

We offer competitive wages, a unique environment, seasonal bonuses, staff discounts and benefits.

Ask about accommodation.

Whistler Athletes’ Centre

Support Counselling - For women regarding abuse & relationship issues. No charge. Call 604-894-6101

(High Performance Training and Accommodation) Positions for this venue are currently filled

Whistler Sliding Centre

START YOUR HOSPITALITY ADVENTURE TODAY!

(Bobsleigh, Luge & Skeleton) Head Coach, Skeleton Track Worker Facility Operations Worker (Snow Clearing) Guest Activity Rep Host

We are currently recruiting for the following positions:

Whistler Olympic Park

Room Attendant

Heavy Duty Mechanic Groomer Operator Nordic Sport Instructor Operations Worker, Summer Ski Patrol Snow Clearing Operator Rental Services Tech Guest Activity Rep Guide/Shuttle Bus Driver Facilities Maintenance Associate Maintenance and Operations Worker Winch Cat Operator

Housekeeping Houseperson Night Cleaner, Stewarding Dishwasher $500 SIGNING BONUS FOR THESE POSITIONS STAFF HOUSING AVAILABLE | SKI PASS DISCOUNT WELLNESS ALLOWANCE | GLOBAL HOTEL STAY DISCOUNTS COMPETITIVE WAGES | EXTENDED MEDICAL BENEFITS GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT

Visit our website to view current postings and to apply:

FOR FULL DETAILS AND TO APPLY, PLEASE VISIT:

www.whistlersportlegacies.com/careers

SPECIALIST, DATA MARKETING & ANALYTICS Full Time, Year Round

The Specialist, Data Marketing & Analytics is responsible for working within a variety of digital platforms to execute: paid search, paid social, paid display and video advertising. This position also assists in optimizing campaigns on a real-time basis as needed and provides support with a wide variety of campaign analytics and reporting.

LEAD VISITOR CENTRE AGENT Full Time, Year Round

The Lead Visitor Centre Agent assists in leading the Visitor Centre team to ensure excellent customer service standards, and supporting Visitor Centre Agents with ongoing coaching and product knowledge training. The ideal candidate has excellent knowledge of Whistler and B.C., and a commitment to customer service.

Tourism Whistler Is Also Recruiting For: • Visitor Centre Agent (Full Time & Part Time, Year Round) For complete job descriptions and to apply, visit us online at: whistler.com/careers.

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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 for the Disabled - Provides info for people with disabilities on what to do & where to go. Visit www. whistlerforthedisabled.com Whistler Housing Authority - Long term rental & ownership housing for qualified Whistler employees . Visit www. whistlerhousing.ca 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 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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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: REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST (signing bonus RMT only) SPA PRACTITIONER • ESTHETICIANS GUEST SERVICE AGENT

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 Whistler WorkBC Employment Services Centre - Provides free one-stop employment services to job seekers and employers.

Drop in services at the Pemberton Library Thursdays 1-5 PM, and at the Whistler Public Library on Mondays from 3-6 PM. For more information visit www.WhistlerESC.com or call us at 604-932-1600

To join our unique Vida family, email Bonnie@vidaspas.com Vida Spas - Vancouver & Whistler Live well. Live long. vidaspas.com Thank You for applying Only those considered will be contacted.

SUPPORT GROUPS Are you troubled by someone's drinking? AlAnon can help.

Al-Anon meeting, multi-purpose room, 2nd floor, Whistler Health Care Centre, Wednesdays, 6:30 pm. 604.688.1716 Birth, Baby and Beyond - Join a registered counsellor and meet other moms with the opportunity to ask questions and share experiences in a safe, welcoming and nonjudgmental setting. Call 604.932.0113 for more information or visit www.mywcss.org.

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COMMUNITY LISTINGS SUPPORT GROUPS 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)

RELIGION Jesus Rock Of Ages Ministry- A bible based church that holds services at Millennium Place's main floor theatre at 4:30pm. www. jesusrockofages.com Roman Catholic Church- Come celebrate mass at Our Lady of the Mountains, Whistler on Saturday 5pm, Sunday 9am, Tuesday 5:45pm, Wednesday 7pm, Thursday/Friday 5:45pm. St. Francis of Assisi, Pemberton on Sunday 12:30pm and Friday 9am. St. Christopher's, Mt. Currie on Sunday 11am.

604-905-4781

Sea to Sky Healing Room - For Blessing/Prayer/Encouragement In the Community Church building, 7422 Dogwood Street, Pemberton.

Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday: 4-6 PM Whistler Church- Join us for worship and fellowship around Jesus. Sunday 10 am at Myrtle Philip Community School, 6195 Lorimer Rd. Nursery, Sunday School to gr. 6, Youth gr. 7 and up. Call Pastor Jon 604-7983861 / Kelvin 204-249-0700 or www.whistlerchurch.ca

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SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 48 WHISTLER’S RE-IMAGINED ITALIAN RESTAURANT

MECHANIC & BUS DRIVER School District No. 48 (Sea to Sky) is accepting applications for a full-time Mechanic in the Squamish area and a part-time Bus Driver in the Pemberton/Whistler area.

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DISHWASHERS On-the-job training offered. Apply today!

These positions are covered by our CUPE Collective Agreement and offer a competitive rate of pay and benefits package.

Staff Housing Available!

Competitive Wage + Benefits Package

Further information regarding these positions and the School District can be found at https://www.makeafuture.ca/regions-districts/ bc-public-school-districts/metro/sea-to-sky/

The storied restaurant offers a modern taste of Italy to bring a fresh, contemporary style of dining to the mountain.

Please note applications for these positions will be received up to 4:00 pm on Wednesday October 30, 2019.

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P/T RMT NEEDED FOR BUSY PEMBERTON CLINIC Flexible hours/days available immediately for the ski season Want to be your own boss, set your own schedule and be fully busy this winter! *Work with experienced Osteopath and other RMT’s learning. *decade of client based referrals for steady income. *Commission based rent or low room rental option.

Laundry. electric table, Jane online booking, reception help. group extended medical incl.

CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES FRONT-OF-HOUSE Food Expeditor Server Assistant Host / Hostess

BACK-OF-HOUSE Line Cook (1-2 years experience)

We offer year-round full and part-time hours, gratuities, potential for future growth within the company, and an employee discount at all Toptable restaurants.

Please email your resume & cover letter to careers@ilcaminetto.ca

Email: info@therapypemberton.com RMT locum needed Dec. 16-30th (accommodations available if needed)

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Residential/Commercial projects ACROSS THE SEA TO SKY CORRIDOR

FUR & FEATHERS Get Bear Smart Society - Learn more about coexisting with bears. To report a conflict, garbage or attractant issue call 604-905BEAR (2327) www.bearsmart.com Pemberton Wildlife Association Advocates for the conservation of fish, wildlife & wilderness recreation. Also offering target shooting & archery facilities. www.pembertonwildlifeassociation.com WAG - Whistler Animals Galore - A shelter for lost, unwanted, and homeless cats and dogs. Let us help you find your purrfect match...adopt a shelter animal! For more info 604-9358364 www.whistlerwag.com

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Site Supervisors Carpenters Carpenters Apprentice Labourers We offer; employee benefits and full time employment year round.

TO APPLY: CALL 604.935.2683 or EMAIL DCOTE@COASTCONSTRUCTION.CA

Seeks Carpenter's Helpers Some construction experience & basic tools required Please call Paul MacDougall at

604-935-2347

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SUSHI CHEF APPLY TODAY!

Dubh Linn Gate Irish Pub is hiring:

Staff Housing Available!

Competitive Wage + Benefits Package

LINE COOK DISHWASHER

Our outstanding team is looking to add individuals with a variety of skill sets and experience. Friendly, hardworking candidates are invited to apply.

CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES FRONT-OF-HOUSE

Work at Whistler’s best location!

Refine or jump-start your culinary career in our fast-paced and busy kitchen. We offer competitive wages, tips and a season ski pass. Please stop by the pub between 10am and 5pm with a copy of your resume.

You can also submit your resume via email to careers@dubhlinngate.com

Experienced Server Cocktail Bartender Host / Hostess Server Assistant Food Runner / Expeditor BACK-OF-HOUSE

Pastry Cook Line Cook (1-2 years experience) Dishwasher Please email your resume & cover letter to careers@araxi.com or present in person at Araxi between 3-5 pm daily.

We offer year-round full and part-time hours, gratuities, potential for future growth within the company, and an employee discount at all Toptable restaurants.

Certified Dental Assistant for busy family dental clinic

Located 20 minutes north of whistler in the beautiful pemberton valley.

Also seeking

Part-time Dental Hygienist Hours negotiable with competitive wage.

Email “info@pembertonvalleydental.ca” or fax to 604-894-6934

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Above-average wage.

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Previous sales experience an asset, but not required.

Excellent overall communication skills, both verbal and written.

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Please email your resume to: roberto@aavawhistlerhotel.com

*Full and part-time positions available *Winter wage minimum hours/earnings guarantee program available

Email resume to careers@coastalmountain.ca

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Please reply in confidence to fax: 604-983-2433 or via email to: whistler@capilanohighways.ca We thank you for your interest, however only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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The Bearfoot Bistro, Whistler's premier fine dining restaurant is growing its Kitchen team.

Be part of the action to deliver exceptional fine dining experience to guests in an award-winning and high volume dining room.

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Pastry Chef Pastry Cook

Line Cook Catering Chef

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Staff housing is available for all kitchen positions.

To apply please send your resume to info@bearfootbistro.com 4121 Village Green | Adjacent to Listel Hotel 604 932 3433 | bearfootbistro.com

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Discover new opportunities and embark on a career in Hospitality with Pan Pacific Whistler To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume to careers.ppwhi@panpacific.com

The Pinnacle Hotel Whistler, a unique boutique style property, is seeking for Maintenance Person, who will provide routine, extensive preventive maintenance and repair procedures on the Hotel building to ensure guest satisfaction.

Maintenance Shift Person: full time 8:30am to 4:30pm Competitive wages and benefits Start immediately

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• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) • 1 Year of responsible experience in building maintenance and repair; or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience • Good skill in the use of hand and power tools • Self motivated, responsible, organized and task oriented • Fluent in English and good communication skills • Able to take and follow instruction with regard to repair work done Wage 19.00 to 25.00 with competitive benefits

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HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER whistler, bc

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TO JOIN AN AWARD WINNING TEAM WITH A PROVEN TRACK RECORD OF SUCCESS, SUBMIT YOUR RESUME IN CONFIDENCE TO HR@CLIQUE.CA

Hiring Full & Part-Time Drivers for the Upcoming Winter Season Class 2 & 4 Drivers • Excellent hourly wage • Steady Year-Round Work • Season End Bonus

Required Skills and Experience: • Class 2 (w/ Air Brake) License Preferred • Class 4 Unrestricted License accepted (if willing to upgrade) • Training for Class 2 License upgrade available for selected candidates • Customer service skills Please send resume to info@vipwhistler.com (604) 938-9501

WORK. LIFE . BALANCE.

Pan Pacific Whistler is Currently Hiring: ASSISTANT HOUSEKEEPING MANGER (TEMPORARY FULL TIME - 6 MONTH TERM WITH POTENTIAL TO EXTEND) The Assistant Housekeeping Manager supports the Executive Housekeeper and ensures the overall cleanliness of the hotel and surrounds are maintained as per the hotel's standards (as outlined in the property’s Rooms Management System) in the most cost effective and productive manner. The Assistant Housekeeping Manager is also responsible to supervise associates, ensuring a conducive and happy working environment, using positive communication to motivate the team, provide forward thinking leadership, and develop the team. The Assistant Housekeeping Manager will oversee the Housekeeping operation in the absence of the Executive Housekeeper.

Qualifications: We are seeking candidates with a minimum of 3 years Housekeeping Management experience and knowledge of WorksafeBC and WHMIS safety practices.

A competitive total compensation & benefits package is offered with this role. Applications can be submitted via email to careers.ppwhi@panpacific.com Please include a cover letter and resume in your email. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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WINTER SURVEYORS 6 MONTH WINTER CONTRACT

Surveyors play a key role in gathering information about the guest experience in Whistler. The Surveyors’ responsibility is to collect information from guests through face-to-face intercept surveys on an iPad, in a non-biased manner, throughout the village and on the mountain.

Position Details & Perks: • Competitive wage and Whistler Blackcomb Spirit Pass • Flexible schedule: min. 2 shifts per week between November 28 and April 19, 2020 • Shifts are 4 hours (usually the same days each week), taking place during the day between 10am – 5pm Our ideal candidates are outgoing, knowledgeable locals who enjoy talking to people, and comfortable working in the outdoors in all types of weather conditions.

To apply, please send your cover letter and resume to Chris Maloney: cmaloney@tourismwhistler.com

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Job Location: BHLP Pemberton Base - 1850 Airport Road, Pemberton B.C.

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To apply please send your resume to info@bearfootbistro.com 4121 Village Green | Adjacent to Listel Hotel 604 932 3433 | bearfootbistro.com

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This is a position working Monday to Friday of 40 hours per week, however, we will require flexibility in terms of days worked as occasional weekend work may be required due to the nature of our business.

Salary for this position will be $37,000 to $40,000 commensurate with experience and skill set. We offer an excellent benefits program and an energetic and diverse work environment.

Incentive Bonus and Ask about accommodation.

Above average English skills, both verbal and written;

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For seasonal full time roles Check our website for seasonal opportunities at our 3 venues Visit our website to view current postings and to apply:

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Please forward resume to office@gccltd.ca

Delta by Marriott Whistler Village Suites Is currently recruiting for the following positions:

- Room Attendant (Housekeeping) - Houseperson / Public Area Attendant - Maintenance Supervisor

- Mechanical Maintenance Associate - External Maintenance Associate

STAFF HOUSING IS AVAILABLE! Start your journey today with: competitive wages, growth opportunities, a positive team environment, medical benefits, play money (ski pass, etc), 100% provincial health care coverage.

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Misguided proposal not what Whistler needs NEXT THURSDAY, THERE’S an important public open house. You probably won’t be there. I’m not even certain I’ll be there. That’s because both the timing and location—how best to put this?—sucks.

The open house is in regard to a rezoning application for 5298 Alta Lake Road, rezoning application RZ1157, a number you might reference if you want to comment to mayor and council about it. I’ll get into the details below.

There have been numerous open house meetings over the past years. None have been as inconvenient as this one to attend.

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BY G.D. MAXWELL It runs from 7 to 9 p.m. It’s being held at the Athlete’s Centre ... in Cheakamus. If someone wanted to ensure sparse public attendance, one could not come up with a better time or place without holding it after midnight. In Squamish.

Ironically, there’s a public hearing two days earlier on a zoning amendment bylaw. That one is for a project down in Cheakamus. It’s being held at the Maury Young Arts Centre. Go figure.

RZ1157 is a proposed private-developer project to provide employee beds. Except it’s not. It’s a shameful example of just how misguided the whole private developer/ employee housing scam has become, courtesy of our current council.

This part of the Mayor’s Task Force on Resident Housing, which delivered its report at a public meeting in November 2017, was the single worst recommendation contained therein. It was poorly thought out, had virtually no detail, and it was clear from the questions I put to one of the committee staff on the task force no one had really thought this turkey through.

So what happened? Well, we got the universally condemned proposal for Garibaldi Way, a development you still can’t mention to anyone who lives there without raising their blood pressure.

We got others. Some bad, some not so bad, some so bad the proponents should have been wearing masks and holding guns.

And now we’ve got RZ1157.

It involves a plot of land on Alta Lake Road north of the WHA Nita Lake development. The current zoning would allow the developers to build a seven-room boutique hotel, 25 tourist accommodation cabins (total gross floor area [GFA] of 3,500 square metres) and seven employeehousing cabins with a GFA of 800 sq. m.

The proposal asks for 22 three-bedroom tourist accommodation townhomes with a GFA of 4,400 sq. m., 15 three-bedroom employee townhomes with a GFA of 1,590 sq. m.—an increase of, well, a lot. And, of

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course, more bed units.

It also includes a parkland dedication and transfer of the old Hillman cabin thereto, an extension of the Valley Trail and a future employee-housing parcel.

A somewhat similar proposal was floated by the proponents last year but was withdrawn because it failed to meet the guidelines for private development of employee housing. To refresh your memory, those guidelines called for 100-per-cent employee rental housing.

So, what changed? The rules of the game, of course. In March this year, Christmas came early to developers hoping to cash in on building “employee” housing, compliments of Santa Resort Municipality of Whistler. The gift totally gutted the old guidelines. Developers could now sit up and beg for market housing to make their proposals, “support project viability, design quality and employee housing livability and affordability.”

What exactly did that mean? Well, like the whole ridiculous scheme, it wasn’t defined any more clearly than that! It meant the gravy train was pulling out and it was Let’s-Make-a-Deal time at muni hall.

And so, we have RZ1157. How bad is it?

Terrible. Here’s why.

Let’s start with those 15 employee townhomes. As reported in last week’s Pique, the RMOW has taken a hard look at the purchase waitlist for those hoping to buy a WHA property (“RMOW takes deep dive into WHA purchase waitlist,” Pique, Oct. 10). It found far more interest in people wanting to downsize and those wanting

smaller homes, not three-bedroom homes.

The mix of sale to rental units for those 15 townhomes has yet to be determined, which is to say the developers are hedging their bets. This is perfectly permissible under the revised, gift-to-developer guidelines.

Oh, and the developer wants eight of the 15 units for on-site staff housing. So eight of you that are currently high on the waitlist, tough noogies. Keep waiting.

The developers have more important employees than you.

And how about those 22 three-bedroom, tourist accommodation (TA) townhomes?

What a gift. Ask yourself how much easier 22 TA townhomes will be to sell at a tidy profit than a seven-room boutique hotel and a scattering of cabins. Hello Airbnb.

Goodbye peaceful neighbourhood.

But my greatest objection to this rezoning is twofold. The first is the wholesale sellout by council when they revised the guidelines for this ill-conceived development proposal.

Whistler does not need more market housing. Over and over again, people complain about the overcrowding in town, the jammed highway, the crush of people.

Building more market housing is the last thing we need, and building it on Alta Lake Road will only lead to more ugliness with more people trying to get onto the highway heading north from the intersection. No one except staff, council and developers were in favour of these changes.

My greatest objection is, perhaps Quixotic. It stems from my disdain for selfinterest. One of the developers proposing this project was a prominent member of the

Mayor’s Task Force on Resident Housing.

He was also board chair of WHA. I have been assured repeatedly that his contributions to both efforts were of great value and I neither doubt nor deny that.

But the perception—and let us remember, perception is reality—of one of the architects of the whole notion of having private developers build resident housing now taking advantage of that opportunity is ethically distasteful. This is a purely subjective bias on my part and I am not accusing anyone of wrongdoing. I’m just saying I find it questionable when people seek to profit from opportunities they were involved in creating.

This is exacerbated by the fact we don’t need to have private developers build resident housing and we certainly don’t need them to add to the swollen market-housing inventory in the process. We have the land at Cheakamus and the wherewithal to build as much resident housing as we need.

Ironically, the mayor won’t be at the open house either. He’ll be moderating a historical panel discussion at the library about creating Whistler Village. Two panel members, Garry Watson and Jim Moodie, have been fundamental in creating both Whistler and affordable staff housing.

Garry is on record as strongly opposing this project. Jim was instrumental in designing the village and served on the board of Whistler Development Corp, the developers of Cheakamus Crossing and has been a proponent of moving forward with the WHA model.

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