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Whistler Blackcomb shares March operations update

Whistler Blackcomb shares March operations update

Fifteen cm of fresh snow fell overnight; Avalanche danger high in the Sea to Sky
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Whistler business expert Shannon Susko up for YWCA Women of Distinction Award

Whistler business expert Shannon Susko up for YWCA Women of Distinction Award

It’s the Metronomics founder’s third time being nominated for the honour
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Foreign homeowners in Whistler caught off-guard by Underused Housing Tax requirement

Foreign homeowners in Whistler caught off-guard by Underused Housing Tax requirement

Non-resident owners could face $5K penalty if they don’t file return by April 30 deadline—even if the new federal tax doesn’t apply to them
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First Nations are using ‘creative disruption’ to foster economic growth in their communities

First Nations are using ‘creative disruption’ to foster economic growth in their communities

After a century of litigation, the Squamish Nation is now building the largest Indigenous-led housing-retail development in Canadian history
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Poll: Do Pique readers think B.C. should transition to a four-day workweek?

Poll: Do Pique readers think B.C. should transition to a four-day workweek?

Less than 20 per cent of respondents said they'd like the five-day workweek to stick around
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Village of Pemberton to re-evaluate Nature Park Playscape relocation

Village of Pemberton to re-evaluate Nature Park Playscape relocation

The VOP’s proposal to erect the playground near the Spray Park has been met with considerable opposition 
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Whistler council approves funding for 78 employee rental units

Whistler council approves funding for 78 employee rental units

Two new employee rental buildings in Cheakamus Crossing Phase Two will begin construction next month thanks to funding approved by RMOW
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Tourism Whistler developing sustainable tourism framework

Tourism Whistler developing sustainable tourism framework

Formalized framework will assist the organization when considering events, conference and marketing
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RMOW offers more insight into decision-making around Rainbow Park upgrades

RMOW offers more insight into decision-making around Rainbow Park upgrades

Planners have incorporated community input into revised plans—but committee members raised the same concerns months ago
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How can Whistler do tourism ‘smarter?’

How can Whistler do tourism ‘smarter?’

RMOW to look to other global destinations for ideas on managing visitation
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