Category: What’s happening in Whistler
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June. The start of the new ‘best’ season
Spring in Whistler, BC in June is a magical time when the village and surrounding mountains come alive with colour, energy, and possibility. As the snow recedes from the valley and alpine meadows, vibrant wildflowers begin to blanket the trails, and waterfalls run high with the fresh melt. The days grow long and warm, perfect… Read more
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Market Report May 2025
Whistler Sales activity in Whistler increased by 21% compared to April, with a total of 41* transactions in May. While this figure is a 22% decrease year-over-year, there is a noticeable uptick in market momentum. Townhomes stood out as the most active segment, with sales more than doubling compared to May 2024, and rising 60%… Read more
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Food security in the Sea to Sky
Whistler has always been a tad more pricey in the grocery aisle. We all pay what I call the “cheese tax” to live in a premium tourist destination known for its white powder—and other such dirty pleasure sports. But that cheese is getting pricey indeed. On the surface we see high prices from all the… Read more
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Hello from Whistler – May 2025
With Whistler Mountain now closed for the season and Blackcomb’s final turns just days away (lifts stop spinning May 19), we’re officially sliding from slush laps into spring’s full embrace. The trails are drying out, patios are bustling, and that unmistakable Sea to Sky energy is building as summer creeps closer.This time of year is… Read more
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Whistler leads North America with 90% terrain open after fresh snowfall
It’s been a mixed week for North America, with cold, snowy conditions in Canada and the northern US but much more fluctuation in most of the rest of the US. Snowfall hit the headlines beyond the ski world at the end of last week and the weekend in the Northeast, with low temperatures and widespread… Read more
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Spring Real Estate Vibes – Whistler & Pemberton Market Update Q1 2025
While the snow might be melting, real estate conversations are just heating up. Whether you’re dreaming of upgrading your mountain home, considering a first purchase, or exploring investment opportunities, here’s what you need to know about what’s happening in our local markets. Key point for the Whistler Market- in the course of selecting listings to… Read more
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Whistler Transit service expansion coming this spring
Seasonal service reductions take effect April 22 As another winter in Whistler gives way to spring, transit schedules in the resort are set to shift—along with an expansion to services. As of April 22, service will be seasonally reduced on five routes: 5 Upper Village/Benchlands; 7 Staff Housing; 20X Cheakamus; 31 Alpine; and 32 Emerald. Three routes will also be seasonally… Read more
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Chelsea Handler gushes over Whistler trip with surprise celebrity guest
Daniel Chai | Chelsea Handler Chelsea Handler’s love for British Columbia continues to grow, and she’s sharing her passion for the West Coast lifestyle with a big-name celeb. Handler posted a photo on her social media of her latest visit to Whistler over the weekend, proclaiming, “loving my time in Whistler!” This comes just a… Read more
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World Ski & Snowboard Festival
April 7 – 13, 2025 | Whistler BC Experience the Ultimate Celebration of Mountain Culture at the 2025 World Ski & Snowboard Festival in Whistler If you’re a fan of skiing, snowboarding, music, art, and an all-around epic mountain vibe, the World Ski & Snowboard Festival (WSSF) in Whistler, BC, is an event you won’t… Read more
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Whistler RCMP offers spring crime prevention tips
As the temperature rises with spring, so too does the potential for property crime, prompting the Whistler RCMP to issue some tips for the public. Source – the Pique In a March 12 release, the RCMP said it wants to make the community aware there can be an increase in property crimes at this time… Read more