whistler blackcomb

• In-bounds avalanche claims life of 34-year-old man at Whistler

  In a statement, a spokesperson for Vail Resorts said ski patrol was called to a "ski incident" at the base of West Ridge, a black diamond run near steep cliffs.

  Canada

  Apr 7
  
• Whistler Blackcomb opens for the winter season

  Some COVID-19 safety protocols are in place, including mandatory masks in indoor settings.

  Weather

  Nov 25, 2021
  
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• Whistler faces labour shortages amid COVID-19 pandemic

  With not enough staffing, businesses have had to pivot, closing more often or cutting back hours.

  Canada

  Oct 12, 2021
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• Petition calls for mandatory COVID-19 vaccines at Whistler Blackcomb resort

  A new petition is calling for vaccination against COVID-19 to be mandatory for people riding the lifts and gondolas at Whistler Blackcomb.

  Health

  Oct 1, 2021
• Big White Ski Resort to close early, cites tourism demand from Lower Mainland

  Vice-president Michael J. Ballingall says the resort is fielding unprecedented demand about accommodations and tickets following the move to temporarily close Whistler Blackcomb

  Economy

  Mar 31, 2021
• COVID-19: Whistler Blackcomb announces it will not reopen for winter season

  The Whistler resort said all lift reservations, ski school and dining bookings made during this period will be cancelled and refunds will be communicated to guests.

  Health

  Mar 31, 2021
• Okanagan ski resorts to remain open despite Whistler Blackcomb closure

  't's really what happens after hours that we are all nervous about,' Big White senior vice-president Michael J. Ballingall told Global News.

  News

  Mar 30, 2021
• One dead, two injured in avalanche near Blackcomb Glacier

  Whistler RCMP said it was notified of the size three slide in the "Poop Chutes" area around 3:20 p.m.

  Environment

  Feb 12, 2021
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• Snowboarder dies after falling off cliff at Whistler Blackcomb

  It was B.C.'s third ski-hill fatality in the space of a week, after incidents at Big White resort in the Okanagan and Mount Washington on Vancouver Island. 

  Canada

  Jan 8, 2021
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• Whistler Blackcomb reopens for the summer on Monday

  Resorts and properties will be open again, with guidelines around physical distancing, enhanced cleaning and employee health screenings.

  Economy

  Jun 18, 2020