Police continues to investigate Lions Bay landslide
January 17, 2025Whistler
Squamish RCMP says it continues to investigate the Lions Bay landslide last month that claimed the lives of two long-time
Whistler’s free Fire & Ice Show dazzles this winter
January 17, 2025Whistler
The Fire & Ice Show in Whistler’s Skier’s Plaza is set to dazzle spectators every Sunday night this winter, blending
New French restaurant to open in Whistler
January 17, 2025Whistler
A new spot that blends the celebrated aspects of French brasseries and Québécois culinary traditions comes to Whistler when Lorette Brasserie opens
Trump tariffs could shrink B.C.’s economy by $69 billion, province warns
January 16, 2025Whistler
British Columbia is evaluating the possible economic damage from a proposed 25% tariff on all Canadian imports by U.S. president-elect
Competition Bureau forces end to grocery store restrictions in Alberta town
A long-standing restriction limiting grocery competition in Crowsnest Pass, Alberta, has been lifted following an investigation by the Competition Bureau.
RMOW invites community to celebrate the life and legacy of Al Raine
January 15, 2025Whistler
Whistler is inviting the community to celebrate the life and legacy of Al Raine, a trailblazer in the ski and
$10 million renovation of Whistler Golf Club starts in September
January 13, 2025Whistler
Whistler Golf Club and Tourism Whistler have announced a $10 million renovation of the Whistler Golf Club’s course as part of the
Camping reservations open in BC Parks campgrounds
January 13, 2025BC
Campsites in many BC Parks can be reserved to prepare for the 2025 spring camping season. Campsites can be reserved
Whistler council denies price hike for employee-restricted housing
January 9, 2025Whistler
Whistler council has rejected a request by a developer to hike the price of employee-restricted housing. At a council meeting
Village of Pemberton expands winter parking regulations
January 9, 2025Pemberton/Region
The Village of Pemberton has expanded winter parking regulations to improve road safety and streamline snow removal efforts. The changes
Whistler residents to face 8.25% tax hike in 2025
January 6, 2025Whistler
Whistler Council has approved an 8.25 percent tax increase for 2025. RMOW staff originally proposed a 9.1 percent increase at
BC home-flipping tax is now in effect
January 2, 2025Whistler
The B.C. home-flipping tax is now in place to discourage investors from buying housing to turn a quick profit. People
Snowfall warning for Whistler, Pemberton
December 14, 2024Whistler
Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning for Whistler and Pemberton, with 15 to 20 cm of snow expected near
Landslide closes Highway 99; no estimated reopening time
December 14, 2024Whistler
Emergency crews are responding to a landslide on Highway 99 near the Brunswick Road exit ramp on Highway 99 in
Three men charged in Whistler drug trafficking investigation
December 11, 2024Whistler
The Sea to Sky RCMP has charged three men in connection with a drug trafficking investigation in Whistler. In a
Whistler Community Foundation raises $107,717 at inaugural Glow Gala
December 8, 2024Whistler
Whistler Community Foundation has announced the success of its inaugural Glow Gala. This unforgettable evening brought together community members, donors,
Council reviews several projects part of $38.5 million RMOW budget
December 8, 2024Whistler
Whistler’s Mayor and Council reviewed a list of proposed 2025 capital projects at the November 19 Committee of the Whole
Whistler Council approves tipping fee hike, new fees for construction waste
December 8, 2024Whistler
Whistler Council gave its first three readings on November 19 to a bylaw to increase tipping fees at the waste
Whistler Blackcomb opens Peak Express, 7th Heaven
December 8, 2024Whistler
Whistler Blackcomb is gearing up as the alpine gets ready to welcome over 25 cm of fresh snowfall on top
Pedestrian killed after being hit by vehicle on Sea to Sky Highway
December 1, 2024Whistler
One person has died after being struck by a vehicle on the Sea to Sky Highway. The collision involving a
New cannabis store in Whistler opens next week
November 27, 2024Whistler
A new cannabis store is opening on Main Street in Whistler next week. THC Canada, which bills itself as a
Snowfall warning in effect for Northern BC
November 27, 2024BC
Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning for parts of northern and central British Columbia, including the Cariboo region, with
Back fractures at Whistler Sliding Centre part of ‘steady rate’ of injuries: Report
November 25, 2024Whistler
Two people sustained back fractures caused by ergonomic and compression forces while bobsleighing at the Whistler Sliding Centre in late
Whistler plans to streamline ‘outdated, complex building code bylaw’
November 25, 2024Whistler
RMOW is reviewing how it can streamline the municipality’s building bylaws, staff told Whistler council in a Committee of the
Extra chance to experience Whistler’s first-ever Ferris wheel this Saturday
November 25, 2024Whistler
The winter season is set to begin in style with Whistler Winterlight, a two-day celebration at Whistler Olympic Plaza where