WHISTLER ACTIVITY

Over the past 30 days we have seen 67 new listings come to the market in Whistler and a total of 45 sales. The current inventory in Whistler (total number of active listings) stands at 668 (excluding time shares and parking stalls).

Here is a link to view all the properties that have sold in Whistler over the past 30 days:
http://matrix.buywhistler.com/DE.asp?ID=244592637

Here is a link to view all the Whistler properties that are newly listed over the past 30 days:
http://matrix.buywhistler.com/DE.asp?ID=244589793

THIRD QUARTER STATS PACKAGE

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WHISTLER IN THE SPOT-LIGHT

Whistler Blackcomb has been named the No. 1 overall ski resort in North America by the readers of SKI Magazine.

The 26th annual readers’ poll ranks the top 60 North America ski resorts in SKI Magazine’s Resort Guide, hitting newsstands on October 16. The survey of 20,000 SKI readers is the longest running and most comprehensive survey of its kind in the winter sports industry.

Along with being named the #1 overall resort, Whistler Blackcomb ranked highly in many other individual categories, including: #1 overall in Terrain Variety, #2 overall in Service, Lodging, Après, Off Hill Activities, and Digital Presence.

Whistler Blackcomb also placed in the top five resorts for Challenge of Terrain, Lifts, On-Mountain Food, Dining, Scenery, Terrain Parks, and Overall Guest Satisfaction.  CLICK HERE for the full scoop.

AND

Whistler has been added to the Ironman roster, winning the bid to host a Canadian event for five years, beginning in 2013. Registration Starts Now!

The World Triathlon Corporation (WTC) announced October 11 that Whistler is the successful bid in the competition to host Ironman Canada, beating out Kelowna, B.C. and Huntsville, Ontario.

“We are thrilled with the announcement by the World Triathlon Corporation,” said Whistler Mayor Nancy Wilhelm-Morden. “Hosting this event will build on our resort community’s reputation as a world class destination for hosting world class events, and present significant economic opportunities for the resort community.”

The bid submission was made last month by the Whistler Organizing Committee, comprised of Tourism Whistler and the Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW). In early October, the WTC, owner and organizer of Ironman and Ironman 70.3 branded-events, announced that Whistler had made the shortlist, along with Kelowna, B.C. and Huntsville, Ontario. The winning bid was confirmed yesterday.

“We are delighted by the World Triathlon Corporation’s decision to award the Ironman Canada event to Whistler,” said Barrett Fisher, Tourism Whistler President & CEO. “Whistler has an international reputation for producing high-calibre, world-class events. The resort’s natural assets and our experience hosting the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games will allow us to support an exceptional Ironman event.”

The memorandum of understanding sees Whistler hosting the Ironman Canada event for five years, beginning in 2013. The inaugural Whistler event would take place August 21-26 (event day August 25) in 2013, followed by July 23-28 (event day July 27) in 2014, July 22-27 (event day July 26) in 2015, July 20-25 (event day July 24) in 2016 and July 26-31 (event day July 30) in 2017.

“Whistler is recognized worldwide as a sought-after travel and outdoor recreation destination. As the new host community of Ironman Canada, Whistler will immediately earn a reputation as a triathlon destination,” said Steve Meckfessel, Managing Director of Global Race Operations for WTC, in their media release issued yesterday. “With its accessibility to major west coast markets, stunning beauty and tourism infrastructure, Whistler will resonate with our athletes, their families and fans of Ironman.”

The successful bid was the result of a collaborative effort between Tourism Whistler and the RMOW, as the Whistler Organizing Committee, along with resort partners and neighbouring communities.

“Sport tourism is becoming an increasingly important industry for the resort and by attracting such renowned events as Ironman, we are cementing Whistler’s reputation as the ultimate sport event destination,” added Fisher.

“Hosting the Ironman Canada will showcase our community’s assets and present new opportunities for our community,” said Wilhelm-Morden. “We are committed to working closely with the World Triathlon Corporation both to maximize participants’ experience in the event, and to minimize the impact on the day-to-day operation of the resort. We hope that our community will fully embrace this event to add to its success.”

The Whistler Organizing Committee, in its submission to the WTC, outlined six significant advantages of a Whistler location including:

• unrivalled natural beauty and iconic landmarks with a unique Western Canadian route
• brand alignment, with two world-class brands (Whistler and Ironman) working together to provide an unprecedented opportunity to leverage the local, regional, national and international profiles of both
• partnership experience in delivering major sporting events
• appeal for new and returning Ironman competitors, as the number one year-round mountain resort in North America
• an enhanced athlete experience in a community renowned for its safe, friendly and welcoming atmosphere
• proximity to an international airport in a major urban setting

As the host city for Ironman Canada, Whistler stands to benefit significantly in terms of economic impact. In order to secure the event, the initial race will be held in August, moving to July, a period of greater need, from 2014-2017.

The Whistler Organizing Committee works in collaboration with resort partners including Whistler Sport Legacies, Whistler Blackcomb, Whistler Arts Council, the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre and the Whistler Chamber of Commerce, as well as the neighbouring stakeholders of the Village of Pemberton and the Squamish Lillooet Regional District.

Over the coming weeks and months, there will be a series of site visits from the WTC and planning meetings with the local organizing committee.

An Ironman triathlon consists of a 2.4-mile (3.86 kilometre) swim, a 112-mile (180.25 kilometre) bicycle ride and a full marathon (26.2 miles or 42.3 kilometres). WTC currently owns, operates or produces more than 90 Ironman and Ironman 70.3 events worldwide each year. Each year, more than 90,000 athletes compete in Ironman events worldwide for positions in the Ironman and 70.3 championships. Most Ironman events sell out in minutes. Ironman Canada, formerly hosted in Penticton, B.C., has been part of the Ironman global calendar for the past 30 years. Event organizers anticipate that the Ironman Canada Whistler event will draw more than 2,000 endurance athletes plus thousands of spectators for multiple days each year.

NOVEMBER ACTIVITIES

From November 28 to December 2, 2012, the Whistler Film Festival will celebrate its 12th edition as one of Canada’s leading festivals, attracting up to 10,000 attendees including 500 industry insiders. Featuring innovative and original films from around the world and opportunities to connect with the people who made them, this year’s Festival will be filled with more premieres than ever before, star-studded guests and lively celebrations. Prepare to be inspired. For details and tickets go to this website whistlerfilmfestival.com

INDULGE: A Gala Fundraiser for the Whistler Health Care Foundation November 17

INDULGE will be held in the Emerald Ballroom at The Westin Resort & Spa starting at 5:30 PM. The evening will include a red carpet welcome, cocktail reception, silent auction and a four-course gourmet dinner created by The Westin’s Executive Chef. The evening’s entertainment is presented by ABRA Cadabra. Come Indulge and dance the night away in support of the Whistler Health Care Foundation. To purchase tickets and for more information, please click here.

FIBT World Cup – Bobsleigh and Skeleton – November 23 – 24

The Whistler Sliding Center welcomes international athletes for the FIBT Bobsleigh & Skeleton World Cup this November. Watch athletes performing amazing feats at high speed at the 2010 Olympic Sliding venue. Remember the pride you felt when Jon Montgomery took the gold medal for Canada? Relive that experience as the Olympic medalists defend their titles at this year’s World Cup. Tickets $10.

Performance Series Presents: David Myles & Ali Milner – November 24

The Performance Series Presents David Myles & Ali Milner. Already known for his versatility and ability to fuse styles, David takes us further afield with rhythms and instrumentation most often reserved for world music audiences. The result is a sound that is uniquely David Myles. Whistler native singer-songwriter Ali Milner has quickly become a familiar face in Canada’s indie music scene. The velvet-voiced songstress already has two albums under her belt with her timeless sound blending R&B pop with old- soul jazz and a dose of hard-hitting rock’n’roll. Show starts at 8 PM at Millennium Place. Tickets are $25 for adults, $23 for students and seniors and $21 for WAC members and can be purchased at Millennium Place or online. For more information, please click here.

Bizarre Bazaar – November 24 – 25

Whistler’s original artisan market has built a reputation of presenting unique, quality, hand-made art and crafts for Whistler residents and visitors looking for one-of-a-kind treasures. Featuring over 100 artisans from the Sea to Sky Corridor, Lower Mainland and beyond, the 24th annual holiday craft fair will feature a wide array of ceramics, clothing, fine art, wood, glass, metal, jewelry, leather, candles and aromatherapy products as well as Christmas decorations. Bizarre Bazaar is a vibrant community event that includes live music, a silent auction, dance and food.  Held at the Whistler Conference Centre.