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Update: Lightning storm sparks several new fires near Whistler

Update: Lightning storm sparks several new fires near Whistler

Aircraft are helping fight lightning-caused wildfires near Whistler and Pemberton, in areas with difficult terrain that make them hard to get to
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Whistler Adaptive Sports ‘adapts playground’ in Squamish

Whistler Adaptive Sports ‘adapts playground’ in Squamish

The WAS programs held along the Sea to Sky Corridor aim to create a safe space for people living with disabilities to enjoy the outdoors.
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Video: Provincial park closes as wildfire quadruples near Pemberton

Video: Provincial park closes as wildfire quadruples near Pemberton

A popular provincial park was closed as of Aug. 8 due to the wildfire
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Squamish youth column: Teens’ newest addiction

Squamish youth column: Teens’ newest addiction

'With around one-third of our high school student body gambling, one can’t help but think of the negative effects —and not without reason.'
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Sea to Sky health-care needs report shows critical service gaps

Sea to Sky health-care needs report shows critical service gaps

The study is part of a three-phase, 30-year master plan which will create a ‘vision’ for health-care in Whistler, Pemberton, Squamish and adjacent communities
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Squamish letter: It is time to get real on LNG

Squamish letter: It is time to get real on LNG

'Look around and thank somebody who you recognize as adding value to your life and that of your community.'
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‘The Indigenous economy should be led by Indigenous businesses,’ says ‘Bears’ Lair' winner

‘The Indigenous economy should be led by Indigenous businesses,’ says ‘Bears’ Lair' winner

Indigenous winner of Dragon’s Den-type shows advocates for economic self-determination, highlights challenges faced by Indigenous entrepreneurs. 
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Lightning 'event' starts 13 wildfires in Pemberton and Whistler area

Lightning 'event' starts 13 wildfires in Pemberton and Whistler area

Eight wildfires are burning out of control as of Thursday and three are being held. The largest wildfire is 17 hectares.
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Squamish letter: Report ghost gear pollution

Squamish letter: Report ghost gear pollution

'A recent multi-day kayak trip up our coast brought to my attention something that I was quite unaware of.'
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Editorial: Stop the Sea to Sky Highway insanity

Editorial: Stop the Sea to Sky Highway insanity

'It is time we made driving mayhem a thing of the past.'
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