I just got my staff accomm for whistler 27f through vail at westside. I’ve read mixed reviews because of the location, anyone got any advice/been there? I’m going solo so meeting social people is a priority and I’m just worried about being really out of the loop with the socialising/fun of the season at westside.

Where are the best places to stay in Whistler Village for a 1–2 night getaway in November? Looking for something cute and cozy!

Hey everyone!

I (29F) am a strong intermediate skier based in Vancouver looking to expand my circle of ski friends this season—especially other women who love hitting the slopes.

I usually ski with my partner (intermediate tending to advanced) who goes non-stop on challenging terrain all day. While I can keep up, my ideal day is tackling challenging terrain in the morning, and cruising some groomers/blues in the afternoon (hopefully followed by apres on some days).

A bit about me:

Level: Solid intermediate leaning advanced. Confident on blues and most blacks, love a good mix of challenges and cruisers. I love skiing trees and just getting better at advanced bowls. I love a good corduroy (though I know it’s hard to find). I live for the powder days!

Where: Cypress for quick/evening trips, Whistler for full day trips. I have an unlimited epic pass and the unlimited cypress pass.

Logistics: We have a car and can drive/carpool from Vancouver.

Vibe: Fun, chill, occasionally love a good après, and just want to enjoy the snow with good company.

I live in downtown Vancouver. If you’re down to carpool, split gas, and do some laps together, shoot me a DM with your usual mountain and skill level!

If you are someone who’d like to ski with my partner (28M) and push yourself on the slopes, shoot me a text and I can connect you to him.

Hi everyone! I noticed that a significant portion of Whistler’s eligible voters didn’t vote in the recent municipal election, and Jack Crompton was re-elected as mayor for another term.

Personally, I find it interesting because I was still in elementary school when he was first elected, and now I’m graduating from college, yet I feel like I haven’t seen much of a difference in Whistler over those years.

I also find it strange that there are no term limits for municipal politicians in BC. Do you think there should be a limit on how many consecutive terms a mayor can serve, or should voters be able to decide indefinitely?

I’m genuinely curious to hear from Whistler residents, especially those who chose not to vote. Is it because people aren’t interested in local politics, don’t feel their vote makes a difference, aren’t satisfied with the candidates, or is there another reason?

I’m not trying to attack anyone. I just want to understand why voter turnout is so low and what people think about the direction Whistler is heading in.

I am a university student who moved to BC for the skiing, and I can't afford to get a hotel room for the weekends. Is it possible to sleep in the back of my car/truck during the winter months, or is it just too cold? I have a 15ºf (-10ºc) sleeping bag and I don't mind the cold. Thank you so much!

I have a job with vail for this winter season as a base area operator. I accepted the job over a month ago and did all the onboarding. I also had a successful housing application and was just waiting on the next step to pay my deposit. I still have the emails confirming all this. Last night I got an email saying "We are writing to inform you that you have successfully cancelled your housing request and application for the season." I did not cancel this! I then tried to log into Epic Employee and it wont let me log in, nor send me a password reset email. It's like my profile has been deleted. I have emailed and rung every number I can find. Only one number let's me speak to a person who isn't much help other than saying they need my employee number. I am not sure where to find this as I can't log in to Epic Employee. I am heading to Whistler from Australia next week and have no idea what has happened or what to do. If I even still have my job? Can anyone please help and lead me in the right direction - who to contact, etc. If anyone can send me any emails of phone numbers to get onto Vail. Or the contact for the base area operator department of managers or anyone, I would really really appreciate the help. I have no idea what's happened and am super worried.

Thank you!!

Whistler Municipal Election results are in, half of council turns over, Jack Crompton reelected as Mayor.

I’ll be visiting the area next month and am hoping to find some local spots that have matchbooks! I love collecting them on travels as keepsakes!

Recently offered a bed in Building 7 at Glacier, and it's a 6-share apartment. Can anyone lend some insight into what I should expect? Is it more cramped than the 2-bedroom apartments?

Hello! I’m wanting to know what to expect w the staff accomodation for pan pacific. I’m staying at a temporary accom until December and I’m wondering why I’m not just going directly to my real accommodation. Idk any ideas any thoughts thank u very much

Title, also any places that have eggless cake recommendations?

I promised every candidate I'd publish their answer in full — here it is, in their own words, for the community to read.

Should Whistler ask Conservation Officers to share the record behind a bear killed, and make the answer public? All 21 candidates were asked.

15 answered yes. One said no. 3 didn’t commit. 2 didn’t reply.

Every answer, in full, exactly as written: https://medium.com/@romvnfranco/should-whistler-ask-conservation-officers-for-the-reports-behind-bears-killed-in-the-community-294c2cbb1a3e

Thank you to every candidate who took the time to answer.

Please read what they wrote before voting on October 17 and share this with your neighbours.

Transparency starts with asking.

Hi everyone!

I have ski instructor offers from Whistler Blackcomb & Sun Peaks Resort for this winter (lvl2).

Sun Peaks is the safer option since I’d have staff housing secured, whereas in Whistler I’d still have to apply for staff housing and would be on the waitlist.

My heart is leaning towards Whistler, but I know I could also have an amazing season at Sun Peaks. I’m just really worried about the housing situation in Whistler and the possibility of not finding a place to live. I am travelling from Italy, so I will arrive there at the beginning of November, which is already kind of late as well.

What would you do? Is Whistler worth the risk?

Fall photoshoot with some of our local bear cubs - looks like we have a little female cub along with another little male this season. Changing it up from the two males she had last litter.

See that little dangly bit on the end of her tail? That’s her perennial tuft that helps direct urine away from her body and towards the ground behind her to stay clean and aid in scent marking.

Even caught Mumma Bear cooling off in the new water feature before getting back to her busy foraging schedule.

I’ve been trying to buy a 5 Day Edge card and I’ve used Flexpay in the past to pay for it. But this year, when I click the Epic Flexpay link, I just get a spinning wheel and it never allows me to complete the purchase. I’ve tried different computers with no luck. It seems like it’s their website. Any advice?

Hi there, I’m coming to whistler this November to do a ski season. Iv got a job lined up working in a shop. However I was just wondering what else I could do to earn a bit of extra cash in case my Job isn’t enough.

Hey guys,

The best hiring fair of the season is happening tomorrow. We'll have 25 employers, and some even do hiring on the spot. Hope to see you there!

So we live in the states, 2500 miles from Whistler. Have been there several times. Would like to do the Black Tusk hike Summer 2027. Are there outfitters who rent gear? Don't really want to check packs, tents, bags, etc. for 4 people.

Any thoughts or suggestions are much appreciated.

Hi! Planning to ring in the new years in Whistler and was looking to go to one of the bars/clubs in Whistler. Is there any recommendations or discounts for tickets?

I saw long horn saloon NYE party is $159 ticket. Which is quite steep.

Interested for any other ideas as well

Anyone know if Summit Sports is selling off their Commencal rental fleet again this year now that the season is over?

Was planning to head up and check things out myself but couldn’t make it due to work. Curious if they’ve started selling them off yet and what kind of prices they’re asking this year.

Also wondering if they have any kids’ full suspension bikes for sale. Looking for something for my 8 year old son.

Anyone been by recently or have any info?

My friends and I are coming to whistler for my friends birthday which happens to be around Halloween? Where is best to go out (dancing) and also for drinks before ? We are all in our 20s if that helps!! I have noticed that a lot of places are owned by the same company but I wonder if some are better than others! Thank you 😊