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Moving Beyond the Car: But Only If You Can Afford The Bus…
As the Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) and BC Transit review local fare pricing through a public survey, a critical question looms: who should pay for public transit, and at what cost?
AWARE 2024 Impact Report
You’ve powered A LOT of great wins for nature in Whistler in 2024. This report celebrates the best of the best. IMPACT AT A GLANCE The 2024 Impact Report is here. It’s a straightforward look…
Growing Locally: Nurturing Our Gardens, Our Community, and Ourselves
At AWARE, we believe in the power of local. Whether it’s growing food in our community gardens or fostering stronger connections among neighbours, growing locally transforms both our environment and our lives.
The hidden plastic problem in composting
Composting has become second nature for many of us in Whistler, whether through Strata or dropping off food scraps at the Nester’s or Function Junction depots. But have you ever wondered what happens after those…
From Waste to Action: 5 Ways Businesses Can Cut Costs by Reducing Food Waste
In British Columbia, food retailers and food service businesses lose an estimated $1.3 billion worth of food each year.
From Waste to Action: How Saving Food Can Save You Money
In Canada, the average household throws away around $1,300 worth of edible food every year. That’s like throwing away a full bag of groceries every single week. In today’s economy, that’s not just wasteful—it’s a luxury most…
Waste Reduction Package – for Whistler Businesses
A partnership between AWARE and the Resort Municipality of Whistler, working to reduce waste and achieve zero waste goals.
Small Steps, Big Difference: Why Food Waste Action Matters
Imagine a farmer rising before dawn to tend crops that take months of care, water, and resources to grow. After traveling vast distances and sitting on store shelves, that food finally reaches our kitchens –…
Whistler’s Small Steps for Big Moves
Whistler’s Big Moves represent our community’s highest level climate goals. These actions have been deemed the top priority for cutting Whistler’s carbon emissions and becoming an exemplar sustainable community.