Something is amiss when tourists from Ontario are welcomed in Whistler while British Columbians are advised not to travel or even visit Whistler.
I have encountered people from Ontario, parts of the U.S. and from other points in Canada.
Why do we condone this?
Surely Vail Resorts-Whistler Blackcomb know the home address of all who purchase lift tickets, and hotels must know where their guests are coming from, yet they mingle among us, as potential carriers of the COVID-19 virus.
[Provincial Health Officer] Dr. Bonnie Henry has counselled British Columbians to stay close to home, so why is Whistler welcoming people from afar?
Big White has cancelled the reservations of non-locals.
Is it time for Whistler to follow suit?
Yes, I understand that this might hurt the tourism sector but a total shut down as [we saw] last season will be far more damaging.
Whistler Blackcomb appears to be doing a fine job by limiting the numbers on the mountains, mandating people wear face coverings and urging them to wear masks, requiring reservations for the on-mountain lodges and ensuring adequate distancing in the lift lines and on the lifts.
Now, what do we have to do to get people to wear their masks in the Peak 2 Peak Gondola and when they are away from mountain personnel?
Wishing all a healthy and successful 2021.
