The Province continues to support First Nations partnerships, major re-investment and development plans in British Columbia with the approval of master plan updates and the signing of new 60-year Master Development Agreements for Whistler Blackcomb.

The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure has invested nearly $6 million in safety and efficiency upgrades for the Sea-to-Sky Highway this year, improving travel for vehicles, tour buses, and other commercial vehicles, as well as for cyclists.

People working in the Whistler area will soon have access to 27 new units of affordable rental housing that will accommodate up to 100 beds.

The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure has awarded a contract to Alpine Paving Ltd. for $838,000 to construct a new left turning lane on the Sea to Sky Highway at the entrance to the Whistler Heliport.

As crisp fall days are upon us, Whistler is still attracting thousands of visitors thanks to a range of events and improvements to the resort which have been completed recently and will be finished over the next few months.

The B.C. government is investing $2.2 million in the Wood First program to promote the use of B.C. wood both locally and internationally, and help advance innovative wood-building systems and value-added wood products.

Whistler will receive $6,786,146 for projects that help support tourism infrastructure and amenities, MLA for West Vancouver-Sea to Sky Jordan Sturdy announced today.

The tourism sector is having an excellent year and it’s not surprising that many British Columbians are choosing to staycation and enjoy the spectacular tourism experiences in their own backyards.