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Whistler Village, British Columbia

Whistler Information

Whistler Community

Whistler, British Columbia is a thriving town of about 10,000 permanent residents. Whistler's population can swell to over 40,000 during peak months.

The Whistler community represents a mix of residents from athletes and entrepreneurs to artists. The Whistler lifestyle is a unique balance of recreational pursuits, artistic endeavors, business development and environmental sustainability creating a vibrant energy for residents and visitors alike.

Whistler Life

It's rare to find a Whistler resident without an active lifestyle. Many international travellers come to seek employment on the mountain, in the shops, hotels and restaurants.

The idyllic existence of active, outdoor pursuits surrounded by pristine nature and some of the best shopping and restaurants around is hard to resist and many fall in love with the Whistler lifestyle and decide to stay. There are some "visitors" who have lived here for generations.

Whistler Services

Whistler has all the services of any major metropolitan urban centre. There are schools, community centres, cinemas, award-winning restaurants, markets, offices, police, a library, health centre, municipal hall, museum, theatre and public transit to serve the needs of a lively and growing population.

More Whistler Information

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