October is Circular Economy Month, a time to rethink how we consume and interact with resources. This initiative encourages a shift from the traditional linear economy.

AWARE recently took a stroll through Whistler Village to discuss waste reduction with local businesses and inform them about the new Single-Use Regulations, which took effect on July 15, 2024. These regulations target hard-to-recycle plastics…

Summer is in full swing, and our GROW gardeners are reaping the rewards! Spruce Grove, Myrtle Philip, and Alpha Lake Greenhouses are bursting with delicious tomatoes, cucumbers, beans, peas, herbs, and lettuces. This year’s crop…

The updated Priority Habitat Framework and enhanced ecological mapping give us the tools to make informed decisions that safeguard our environment for generations to come. From preserving vital biodiversity to enhancing climate resilience, these priority…

By the Numbers: In the Dirt Together This past Sunday, June 2, 2024, AWARE and Whistler Blackcomb joined forces for an unforgettable EpicPromise Day adventure at our GROW Community Greenhouse location at Alpha Lake. EpicPromise…

Hey there, fellow riders! If you’ve been soaking up the biking in Whistler recently, you’ll know that biking season has been in full swing for weeks. The trails have been buzzing with activity, and there’s…

Thanks to everyone who joined AWARE to celebrate Earth Day! We appreciate our community partners, staff and volunteers who came together to organize six events leading up to Earth Day on April 22, 2024. This…

AWARE Whistler is proud to represent the voice of the environment on the Resort Municipality of Whistler’s (RMOW) Climate Action and Environment Committee.

This report was conducted to understand the feasibility of a reusables program in the Whistler context, see what worked in other communities and identify steps to take to increase the use of reusables through policy,…