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AWARE and RMOW: Educating Whistler’s Residents and Visitors on Zero Waste
Each summer, Whistler’s parks and Farmer’s Market transform into hubs of environmental education and action thanks to the ongoing partnership between AWARE and the Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW). Discover more about the program here.
AWARE Calls on RMOW To Make Climate Action Non-Negotiable in 2026
This petition was created for Whistler and concerned residents, calling on the RMOW to make climate action a core, fully funded priority in the 2026 municipal budget. Click to find out more about this advocacy…
Sea to Sky Youth Engagement Pivotal in Local Environmental Issues
One of our most prized assets as a destination (place to visit) is the access to nature and its awesomeness. But the local stewards are in need of a fresh vision and a new generation…
How Whistler’s Food Businesses Are Cutting Waste and Costs
In The Pique: Food businesses of any size can join AWARE’s From Waste to Action campaign to cut waste and costs. Learn more here.
Zero Waste Education Workshops are back for the 2025/2026 school year
As a community with strong sustainability goals, AWARE is excited to offer its ninth year of free workshops educating youth on local and global waste issues. Registration is open now for 25/26 season.
From Waste to Action: How Whistler’s food businesses are cutting waste – and costs
Across Whistler, leading food businesses, including the Fairmont Chateau Whistler and the Four Seasons Private Residences, are proving that sustainability and luxury can go hand-in-hand. By taking action on food waste, organizations can save money,…
Beyond the Green Label: The Truth About “Compostable” Packaging in Whistler
The continuous compostable conundrum: Compostable plastics vs. Compostable fibreware. This blog by our Zero Waste Program Manager goes into all you need to know about the differences.
Zero Waste Heroes at RBC Granfondo
The Zero Waste Heroes have partnered with the RBC Granfondo event for the past couple of years, a one-day cycling event between Vancouver and Whistler. Discover the Zero Waste stats from years gone by and…
AWARE donates nearly 550 pounds of produce to Whistler Food Bank
The Association of Whistler Area Residents for the Environment (AWARE) recently delivered 548 pounds of fresh produce to the Whistler Food Bank. Said food was locally grown across 14 dedicated garden plots, read on to…