Residents shaping how Whistler changes
Some development decisions now sit with the province. Council still votes on rezonings and sets the direction municipal planners work to, and that’s where residents’ views should count.
Our land base is limited, so housing locals will ultimately mean greater density. I’ll assess each proposal individually, relying on research and different perspectives, while protecting the natural environment that makes Whistler what it is. And I’ll push for clear information early, so residents can weigh in before decisions are made.
I take the same research-first approach to wildfire policy. Rather than claiming expertise I don’t have, I’m willing to admit what I don’t know — and I’m committed to relying on research and expert advice, while staying genuinely open to residents’ ideas.
Waste and the circular economy
Whistler’s 2030 waste targets are — quite rightly — very ambitious, and AWARE’s briefing notesWritten by AWARE for the 2026 election. The circular economy note covers Whistler’s waste targets and progress. Read them on AWARE’s site (opens in a new tab) show progress has been slow. I’d like to encourage our whole community to take a closer look at the evidence and data, ask what’s working, and consider what changes we could make to meet these important targets, with the help of our friends writing and broadcasting for our local media outlets.
This is a job for all of us, not just council. I’ll support a clear look at where we stand and practical steps like reuse and repair, and I’ll be upfront about what council can do and what depends on the rest of us.
On development, one current example of where Whistler residents should be in the driver’s seat is the Northlands redevelopment and the future of the racket club.