December Cohort Get up to speed on hygiene and food safety with this one-day in-person course! If you own a business or work in the food industry, you'll need food safety training to keep your brand and your customers safe. Food safety training is essential if you want your food business to succeed, but it […]
Get food handlers up to speed on hygiene and food safety with this one-day in-person course! If you own a business or work in the food industry, you'll need food safety training to keep your brand and your customers safe. Food safety training is essential if you want your food business to succeed, but it […]
Thinking of starting a business? In your first year with self employment income? Maybe you’re a long-time entrepreneur who finds bookkeeping overwhelming? Join us for a conversation with bookkeeper Emma Ertel of Sequence Bookkeeping! She’ll answer some common questions from business owners, including: Do I need to register a business name or number? What income […]
This one-day course combines first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) content, along with other important emergency skills. Students will learn to prevent, recognize, and prepare for different types of emergencies. Course Content: • Preventing and preparing to respond to emergencies • The EMS system (Emergency Medical Services) - when and how to access help • […]
This event explored how health care is evolving and how those changes inform the training of medical professionals as well as the services that are offered to individuals who access health care. The audience heard from a panel comprising of industry experts and academics who discussed the changing field of health care and what those […]
Get food handlers up to speed on hygiene and food safety with this one-day in-person course! If you own a business or work in the food industry, you'll need food safety training to keep your brand and your customers safe. Food safety training is essential if you want your food business to succeed, but it […]
Every year, over half a million Canadians suffer one or more concussions. Concussion symptoms can impact all aspects of life including day-to-day activities like school, work, sport, and homelife. This event will focus on concussion in sports and traumatic brain injury, including biomechanics, neuroscience, prevention, therapy, and recovery. Audience members can expect to learn about […]
Whether you think that loving it is the root of all evil, or that it makes the world go around, money (and financial literacy) is an important part of today’s society. This four-part series will help you understand the basic principles of personal finance, and how it affects your life. Email publicservices@whistlerlibrary.ca to sign up for these […]
Join for a very basic introductory ukulele session. You will get to know the parts of your ukulele, how to tune it, and some easy chords and strumming patterns. This is truly for beginners – all abilities are welcome but this is ideal for folks who have been thinking about trying the ukulele but need a […]
In this session, you'll delve into creative writing and noticing nature out back in Florence Petersen Park. You'll start with some soulful reflections in nature, move into nature-inspired poetry play, and get adventurous with drawing and basic observation templates to track and identify what we’re noticing in nature. There will be a bit of local […]
This program is a follow up for folks who have taken the Intro to Ukulele program OR have learned at least 5 ukulele chords on their own and are looking to connect in musical community. The chords we will be playing are Am, C, F, D, and G (maybe more, depending on the group)! This […]
Effectively navigating challenging conversations with your team is a crucial skill for effective management. Whether it's addressing sensitive issues like declining a raise request, addressing inappropriate attire, dealing with chronic lateness, providing feedback on performance issues, or managing employee separations, handling these situations promptly and professionally is key to maintaining a healthy work environment. In […]
In this workshop, you’ll learn how to take care of your bike year-round, how to get it ready for riding after the winter, and how to manage maintenance out on the trails. We’ll cover how to fix flats and change tires, and we’ll discuss what you should be able to repair or adjust yourself, and […]
Join Sam Roberts of Be Happy Remote to learn about building your personal burnout prevention plan. This workshop will walk you through the common signs, symptoms, and environments that cause burnout. You’ll leave with both ‘preventative care’ and ‘urgent care’ strategies for battling burnout at work. Preventative care strategies are ones you can implement now to avoid […]
Through storytelling, Nesa7 Thomas Williams will share the important history and cultural practices of the Lílwat Nation in the Whistler area. Thomas will also share some songs and hand-drumming as part of the presentation. Registration is required! Email publicservices@whistlerlibrary.ca to sign up. All ages are welcome at this event. About the presenter: Thomas Williams is Lil’wat and […]
This one-day course combines first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) content, along with other important emergency skills. Students will learn to prevent, recognize, and prepare for different types of emergencies. Course Content: • Preventing and preparing to respond to emergencies • The EMS system (Emergency Medical Services) - when and how to access help • […]
Whistler has a healthy population of bears and is proud to be designated as a Bear Smart Community. Join the Resort Municipality of Whistler’s Bear Smart Program Assistant to learn about being Bear Smart and what to do if you do encounter a bear. Registration is encouraged – email publicservices@whistlerlibrary.ca to sign up!
As part of the Mature Action Community (MAC) “Let’s Learn” series, Cheryl Green, Director of Communications and Community Engagement, will introduce MAC’s new website and its many new features. You’ll also learn about MAC as an organization – who they serve and how you can get involved. A limited number of library laptops will be […]
This course has been vetted and approved by the BC Employer Training Grant program. As an employer you can apply to receive 80% of the cost of training, up to $10K per employee. Documentation will be provided upon request. Get food handlers up to speed on hygiene and food safety with this one-day in-person course! If you […]
Corporal Retired Lealand Muller wants to bring awareness to persons with disabilities and accessibility, and highlight the benefits of sport for those facing mental and physical limitations. Audience members will be inspired to push past any mental and physical limitations that may exist in their lives.
Raising Multilingual Children - for parents and/or caregivers of children in families with multiple languages. Attendees can expect to: learn practical tools to use in your daily life to support your child as they learn another language; get expert answers to your personal questions; and draft an action plan to reach your family's language goals. […]
Wednesday, October 23, 8am - 10am Sundial Boutique Hotel As you prepare for the upcoming winter season, join Resilience Allyship Sea to Sky for a breakfast event and explore how employers can better support their diverse workforce. What to expect... Panel discussion - hear local perspectives from organizations with diverse workforces and how they support […]
Watch the Recording Event Description:The challenges and reality that Okanagan wineries face will be compassionately presented to the audience. Strategies and options to navigate challenges due to global climate change as they pertain globally to the vineyards, winemaking, tourism and marketing will be discussed. Consumers will learn what to expect from the industry based on […]
The Whistler Institute will have a table at Whistler's Inside Scoop on Tuesday, December 10. Swing by to say hello and share your thoughts and perspectives on future learning opportunities you would like to see in Whistler.
Doors & Cash Bar at 5.30pm | Talk at 6pm | Audience Q&A 7pm | Speaker Mix & Mingle 7.30pm - 8pm About This Event: In this engaging and forward-thinking session, Kris Krüg will take the audience on a journey through the rapid evolution of AI and its profound implications for creativity and innovation. As […]
Description: Join Brian and Quinn Storey for an intimate sharing of the lessons and theory behind raising healthy, resilient, and respectful humans in performance sport environments. The father son duo will keep things spicy and honest by interviewing each other with some tough questions that will resonate with parents. They will touch on the roles […]
Join the Whistler Multicultural Society in marking Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination with an insightful and action-focused discussion on human rights, racial discrimination and the challenges faced by diverse communities in the Sea to Sky region. We are honored to welcome BC’s Human Rights Commissioner, Kasari Govender, who will deliver a keynote address on the […]
Doors & Cash Bar at 5.30pm | Talk at 6pm | Food & Drinks at Hunter Gather 7.45pm - 10pm Join us in rethinking how we approach big issues—together, through science and democracy. Event Overview: In an era of heightened division and complexity, how can we foster more constructive conversations and make informed, forward-thinking decisions […]
Doors & Cash Bar at 5.30pm | Talk at 6pm | Audience Q&A 7pm | Speaker Mix & Mingle 7.30pm – 8pm *Raincoast Conservation Foundation's Mobile Lab will be in front of Maury Young Arts Centre 4pm - 5.30pm* Presented in partnership with Whistler Lakes Conservation Foundation. About This Event: As glaciers vanish, what […]
Join JA Company Program and get the knowledge needed to organize and operate an actual business enterprise! The program supports the curriculum objectives of a range of subjects including entrepreneurship, marketing, general business, career studies, social studies, mathematics, leadership, and co-op. Students will be guided by JABC’s CEO, Director of Individual Giving and local business […]
