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Archives: Building Sustainable Community

  • AWARE Releases Tools to Support Commercial and Multi-family Sectors to Keep Waste Out of Landfill

    Posted by Claire Ruddy on May 9, 2017

    Whistler has a shared goal of being a ‘zero waste’ community. Achieving this goal requires commitment from local businesses and residents to build knowledge, infrastructure and processes to ensure…


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  • Volunteers needed to help replace aging community greenhouse boxes

    Posted by Claire Ruddy on April 19, 2017

      In Whistler, there are four neighborhood greenhouses that house nearly 80 gardening boxes. Each garden box gives community members the…


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  • Giving Tuesday with AWARE

    Posted by Claire Ruddy on November 5, 2016

    A day dedicated to giving back around the world, across Canada and in your own community! Just as Black Friday kicks off the holiday shopping season, Giving Tuesday…


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  • GROW Whistler’s Summer Social Potluck

    Posted by Claire Ruddy on August 12, 2016

    Yesterday was a great warm & sunny evening with some of our GROW Whistler folk! The plant based potluck was a great success, all dishes were made with food grown…


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  • The Tiny Toads of Lost Lake have gone wild!

    Posted by Claire Ruddy on August 9, 2016

    We at AWARE like all critters to stay wild, we also like to keep them from getting squished!   Please Help Rescue The Tiny Toads?! As many…


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    Education, Connecting People with Nature, Building Sustainable Community
    Build a Bird House

    June 25, 2022

  • 18 Jun, 22
    Education, Connecting People with Nature, Building Sustainable Community
    Dig Sow Grow

    June 18, 2022

  • 14 Jun, 22
    Building Sustainable Community, Climate Change
    Climate Stories: Whistler’s Youth in Action

    June 14, 2022

  • 11 Jun, 22
    Education, Building Sustainable Community
    Zero Waste Education Station

    June 11, 2022

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AWARE is a member-driven charity that works to protect the natural environment in Whistler and the Sea to Sky through advocacy and empowerment of others through science-based research, education and programming.

As a member-driven charity our work is possible thanks to the dedication of our Board, Committees, Members, Volunteers and the support of the Whistler Community.

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Join us at the plaza on Saturday, noon to 4 rain o Join us at the plaza on Saturday, noon to 4 rain or shine to help our feathered friends by building them a bird house!! -house sets $15
Earlier this week, we shared Mayor Jack Crompton’s story about how he embraces the Valley Trail. Now is your chance to hear Jack's top tips! 🚶‍♀️Work on Your Walk: It is amazing how much you can get done on a walk, if you are prepared! I use the Speechify app to read me the documents I need, all while I walk. 🚶Expand Your Perspective of Your Walk Radius: I am surprised at how close everything is in Whistler even by foot. This has changed my idea of what is ‘too far’ and often leads me to exploring new areas. 🌦️Be Prepared: The right gear means you can walk in any weather! Winter walking is actually my favorite time to be out there. Got a question ❓ for Jack? Pop it in the comments between now and the end of June and we will get back to you with answers! Get details on Whistler’s Big Moves and options for personal climate actions at: whistler.ca/EmbraceTheValleyTrail @rmwhistler AWARE Whistler #smallstepsforbigmoves #climateactionwhistler #bigmoveswhistler #climateaction #embracethevalleytrail
Go By Bike Week- what a success! Over 1,000 rider Go By Bike Week- what a success! Over 1,000 riders, almost 25,000 kms, and 5,000 kgs of GHGs saved from entering our atmosphere. Then, there's prize winners too! All winners will be contacted by email or messenger in case I didn't tag you correctly here, but... Your prizes will be at the municipal hall for pick up after Friday June 24th GRAND PRIZE winner who logged the most km's at 235 in ONE WEEK! Janet Ouchterlony gets a treatment at @nitalakelodge Bingo Winner- who logged the most bingos and submitted first! @eish2306 gets a trailbike rental from @arbutusroutes lululemon swag- Amy Swann @protectourwinters swag- Marianna Badinkova and Lara Bohr @coastalculture swag - Allyn Pringle @coolasamoose Swag - @ardenthorne Meadow Park 1 month membership - Rebecca Ritz @whistlerblackcomb bike park ticket - @kmanbragg FATMAP explore Membership 1 year memberships - emmaruddick-ferrat, @Maureen Peatfield, Yvonne Cargill, Lynda Chyzyk, Hugh Nichols Arbutus Routes bike tune up- Kimberly Gannon 1 year @worcawhistler (for this year or next) - @eish2306, Derek Slim Barton , Lynette Graham and then there were our photo contest winners too!! @makesmoore @dokeyspoke @smomy83 @kmanbragg @eish2306 Thanks everyone for participating, organizations and individuals alike. and of course - KEEP IT UP!! @gobybikebc #bethechange #gobybikewhistler #climateactionwhistler #smallstepsforbigmoves
Your Bi-Weekly Eco-News is ready to read! Learn ab Your Bi-Weekly Eco-News is ready to read! Learn about current surveys out about plastic and whistler community life, national indigenous peoples day, go by bike week wrap up and MORE! link to read in bio
Don’t let the rain get you down - come see us at Don’t let the rain get you down - come see us at the Whistler Oympic Plaza and ‘Dig Sow Grow’
Join AWARE on the Olympic Plaza this Saturday 11 a Join AWARE on the Olympic Plaza this Saturday 11 am - Get your hands dirty and connect with the earth! We have an opportunity to talk all about the magic of seeds, what plants need to grow, and plant a sunflower to take home with you! Follow link to events in bio for more information
A note from friends!! Birds Canada invites you to A note from friends!! Birds Canada invites you to discover one of the most secretive bird species in the province: the Black Swift. You will also learn about thier new exciting project that will help us understand this Endangered species, and address the threats it is facing. FREE Webinar on Zoom. Thu, Jun 16, 7:00pm This webinar will also be recorded and posted on our Birds Canada's social media channels https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-black-swift-a-mysterious-species-in-british-columbia-tickets-350697233867
The Small Steps for Big Moves climate action focus The Small Steps for Big Moves climate action focus for June is: Embrace the Valley Trail. If the pandemic has shown us anything, it's that there are many great options to stay connected without having to travel. When you do travel within Whistler, consider alternative ways of getting there to reduce traffic, noise and pollution and to get in some active mobility. Check out the Valley Trail - it's an awesome and climate-friendly way to get around the community! Swipe 👉 & follow along this month for more quick facts and action options - try them all or pick a few that work for you. What steps will you take to embrace the Valley Trail? Get the details on these climate actions and more at: whistler.ca/EmbraceTheValleyTrail . @rmwhistler AWARE Whistler #smallstepsforbigmoves #climateactionwhistler #bigmoveswhistler #climateaction #embracethevalleytrail
MEET THE PRESENTERS!!! Swipe for an inside look a MEET THE PRESENTERS!!! Swipe for an inside look at Tuesday night's presentation line up. Haven't got your tickets yet? There's still time! Follow the link in our website to register. #AwareWhistler #ProjectNow #youthclimateaction #bethechange
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Early bird registration for GROW Garden & Greenhouse Program opens up on February 15th for return gardeners and AWARE members, and March 1st for non-members and first-time gardeners!

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