Advocacy

The Whistler Chamber has a track record of supporting Whistler’s business community. Whether it’s creating business programs, connecting members, raising awareness of opportunities and challenges, or working with resort partners, we are here to help our members achieve business success.

As a unified for voice for business, we represent the needs of business on issues that matter most. We work with the BC Chamber and Canadian Chamber on policies and positions, tackle topics at committees, communicate with officials and connect you with your representatives at events. Read more below and Get Involved.

BC Chamber and Canadian Chamber – Power in the Network!

The Whistler Chamber is member of both the BC Chamber and the Canadian Chamber. We collaborate on issues together, with the Whistler Chamber at the table to ensure our voice is heard. Each year, policies are created and voted upon. The final policy manuals serve as a road map to inform the BC Chamber’s provincial advocacy efforts and the Canadian Chamber’s national advocacy efforts. Read the most recent policy manuals below.

Canadian Chamber of Commerce

BC Chamber of Commerce

Recent Advocacy

Whistler Recruitment Video – What your Chamber is Doing to Address Labour Concerns

Whistler Recruitment Video - What Your Chamber is Doing to Address Labour Concerns October 7th, 2021 The Whistler Chamber is proud to partner with Tourism Whistler to produce a new video to help the local business community attract employees. Throughout the...

Whistler Chamber September Advocacy in Action Member Input Session

Whistler Chamber September Advocacy in Action Member Input Session October 7th, 2021 Advocacy in Action returned to the Whistler Chamber boardroom in September. The monthly meeting saw a great turnout, with 13 Members from the Whistler business community...

Pulse Check #7 Results: Businesses Hopeful Despite Challenges

Pulse Check #7 Results: Businesses Optimistic Despite ChallengesJuly 29th, 2021 For the final Covid-19 Pulse Check Survey, the Whistler Chamber and BC Chamber have partnered to collect feedback from the Whistler business community on their experiences as we work...

BC Minister Ravi Kahlon Meets with the Whistler Chamber

BC Minister Ravi Kahlon Meets with the Whistler ChamberJuly 7th, 2021 On June 15th, BC Minister of Jobs, Economic Recovery, and Innovation Ravi Kahlon joined the Whistler Resort Partners, hosted by the Whistler Chamber, for a meeting to discuss the challenges facing...

June Advocacy in Action Summary

June Advocacy in Action SummaryJuly 7, 2021 The last few weeks have seen a flurry of activity for businesses in Whistler. As we progress through the BC Restart plan, the easing of restrictions means visitors have returned to enjoy the charm of our Resort Municipality....

Whistler Chamber hosts Elected Officials for Advocacy in Action Community Discussion

Whistler Chamber hosts Elected Officials for Advocacy in Action Community Discussion May 31, 2021 The Whistler Chamber of Commerce was proud to host Patrick Weiler, MP for West Vancouver – Sunshine Coast – Sea to Sky Country, and Jordan Sturdy, MLA for West...

Whistler Chamber Responds to new Health Orders

Whistler Chamber Responds to new Health Orders April 22, 2021 On March 31, 2021, Dr. Bonnie Henry, BC’s Provincial Health Officer, announced a series of health orders that would have implications across the province. The Whistler Chamber posted a response by...

Advocacy in Action – Celebrating the Power of Connection

Advocacy in Action - Celebrating the Power of Connection February 25, 2021 On February 18, the Whistler Chamber held our monthly Advocacy in Action: Member Input Session. Melissa Pace, CEO of the Whistler Chamber, connected virtually with eight Members and...

BC PNP Program – Letter to Minister of Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation

BC PNP Program - Letter to Minister of Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation UPDATE: February 17, 2021 The BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) has resumed invitations to 31 occupations that were under a temporary suspension. This is a big win for Whistler...

Reports & Resources

2022 Municipal Election Survey Key Findings

To better gauge what action business owners want to see from elected officials ahead of the Municipal Election, The Whistler Chamber conducted a survey of the business community in August – September 2022.

Download Key Findings Summary