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INSPIRING A LOVE OF NATURE

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The Association of Whistler Area Residents for the Environment

Working for Conservation and Climate Action, since 1989.

Safeguard habitats and species to maintain connectivity of ecosystems, supporting wildlife and human health.

Safeguarding Habitat, Biodiversity and Wilderness Values

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Engage and empower our community to make smart choices, consume mindfully and consider impacts on the environment and the climate.

Building Sustainable, Resilient Community

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FREE Zero Waste Workshops for Schools
October 19, 2021
It’s Waste Reduction Week, and what better way to celebrate than the launch of the Zero Waste Educational Workshops for the 2021/22 school year.
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October E-News
October 15, 2021
Whistler's environmental news, tips for eco-citizenry and opportunities to get involved from the Association of Whistler Residents for the Environment (AWARE). If you love what we do, please consider making a donation.
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August Eco-News
September 10, 2021
Whistler's environmental news and tips for green living from AWARE.
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Whistler Could Ban Single-Use Plastics in 2023
September 1, 2021
In a win for a zero-waste future, Whistler is targeting early 2023 for a ban on single-use plastics. Following a Provincial amendment to the Local Government Act, municipalities in B.C. are now able to institute bans on plastic bags, straws, and other single-use plastic items without needing provincial approval. Councillor
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