Whistler

ON THE MOUNTAINS What: whistler-blackcomb Blackcomb is open for glacier skiing and riding from 12 to 3 p.m. The Whistler mountain bike park is open from 10 a.m. to 5 pm.

MEETINGS What: DIALOGUE CAFÉ WITH THE MAYOR The Whistler Forum for Leadership and Dialogue presents this special Dialogue Café with Mayor Ken Melamed. Contact William for more information at 604-966-8082. When: Tuesday, June 12, 7:30 p.m.

SPECIAL EVENTS What: YARD CLEANUP Strong teenage boys and girls are looking to earn money for their July trip to Whistler’s sister city in Japan. Looking to do odd jobs, yard work, raking leaves – you name it! By donation.

By Alison Taylor Unlike other areas in the province, Whistler is not on high alert for possible flooding this week.

Critics offer praise for goal of hosting a socially sustainable Games, but say report falls short of expectations

UN report presented to council

Rising dollar expected to create challenge as resort prepares for the rest of the year

Only 500 responses to date; board would like to get at least 1,000

Survey finds B.C. most expensive province; gas prices could have an impact on use

Mayor cautions community that there is still lots of work to be done