Whistler

Big Red Express was back in operation Monday morning, one day after a support compression sheave train came loose and fell off Tower 31, causing Whistler Blackcomb to temporarily shut down the lift. The mechanical mishap occurred around 9:30 a.m.

Christmas bird counts planned across Sea to Sky

Austria Passive House sets a new standard

CHURCH ON THE MOUNTAIN Join a group of people who value Truth, Life and People on Sunday nights at 4:30 p.m. at MY Millennium Place. Preschool Sunday School also available. For info call 604-902-4111 or www.churchonthemountain.ca.

THE WHISTLER WALDORF SCHOOL Preschool to Grade 8. Nurtures the child's capacity of wonder, reverence and responsibility. Call 604-932-1885 or email [email protected]. L'...

BALSAM STREET DAYCARE A fun, creative, active and positive atmosphere! Run by a stay-at-home mother. Mon. to Fri., 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. $30/half-day (four hours) and $50/full day (eight hours). $5 for each additional hour. Call Kristi at (604) 894-5992.

ALPINE CLUB OF CANADA, WHISTLER SECTION Outdoor club focused on mountaineering, ski touring, climbing and hiking. Trip schedule at www.alpineclubofcanada.ca/sections/whistler.html. Call 604-902-1772 for details.

What: WHISTLER AND BLACKCOMB MOUNTAINS OPEN Both mountains are open and a full-on ski season is finally here! Dust off the skis and snowboards and hit the hill!

What: WHISTLER CHAMBER DECEMBER LUNCHEON AND AGM The Whistler Chamber of Commerce hosts a luncheon and its annual general meeting where it will elected its new board and present the Business Person of the Year Award.

What: WHISTLER FILM FESTIVAL Whistler's annual showcase of Canadian and world cinema returns! This year features a tribute to legendary Canadian filmmaker Ivan Reitman and screenings of popular films that have hit the festival circuit already - plus