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In 2025, we launched the Young Voices, Big Impact after collating thoughts in a survey from youth int eh Sea To Sky. Discover what the program involved here.

Written by Alexandra Cuschieri, Zero Waste Program Manager This year, AWARE, in partnership with GFL Environmental and the Resort Municipality of Whistler, set out to take action on food waste. Around a third of Whistler’s…

Young Voices, Big Impact Committee 2025: Reflection, Learning & Lasting Change. Discover what the youth in Whistler have been contributing to through volunteering with us at AWARE as part of Young Voices, Big Impact Committee.

As part of the Protecting Priority Habitats campaign, we held a workshop led by an independent wildlife researcher and citizen scientist, Michael Allen. Read to discover more.

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.

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…

Living in a fast-fashion-forward world doesn’t mean we need to sacrifice sustainability. As we transition into Circular Economy Month this October, we want to show how simple sustainable fashion choices can be. Let’s complete the…

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.