Whistler Blackcomb are grateful to operate on the shared unceded territory of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) and Lilwat7úl (Lil’wat Nation). It is a privilege to live, work, learn and play on these beautiful lands, which have been cared for by the original peoples of the land since time immemorial. Join us as we honour their language, culture and history.
Whistler Blackcomb has been working closely with us to bring Indigenous-inspired dishes from our First Nations Chefs at the Thunderbird Cafe and Catering team at the SLCC to the on-mountain experience. This winter Indigenous-inspired cuisine will feature at Ravens Nest on Whistler Mountain for the winter of 2023/24, as well as Merlins at the base of Blackcomb Mountain following a successful season in 2022/23, and the mountain-top Summer Feast in 2023 at the Roundhouse.
The new Fitzsimmons Chairlift on Whistler Mountain is now named with the language of both Nations, along with Creekside Gondola and Red Chair in Creekside.
Christine’s on Blackcomb proudly displays authentic artwork of the Nations at the restaurant. The Glacier View room of the Roundhouse Lodge proudly displays the Spo7ez Performance team with a land acknowledgment.
We are grateful and proud to share that the SLCC Ambassadors will share in the on-mountain experience this winter season and throughout next summer, with Whistler Blackcomb offering Seasons Passes to all our Ambassadors who work daily to deliver authentic Indigenous experiences through the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre and throughout Whistler.
We raise our hands to all the teams at Whistler Blackcomb – for listening and learning and finding ways to bring the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh and Lilwat7úl cuisine, language, and art into the employee and guest experience at Whistler Blackcomb and the SLCC Ambassadors to connect with their land with regular access to the on-mountain experience.
Listen in to the language of our Nations below, including pronunciations of the Merlins and Ravens Menu and Chairlifts below.
View the Merlins Menu and visit Merlins at Blackcomb Day Lodge, 4553 Blackcomb Way, Whistler, BC V0N 1B4
Visit Ravens Nest Restaurant this winter by taking the Creekside Gondola, or skiing to the base of the Red Chair from the Whistler Gondola.
Christine’s on Blackcomb in the Rendezvous Lodge on Blackcomb Mountain is accessible via the Blackcomb Gondola, or the Peak 2 Peak Gondola from Whistler Mountain.
The Roundhouse Lodge on Whistler Mountain is accessible via the Whistler Village Gondola or the Peak 2 Peak Gondola from Blackcomb Mountain.
Visit us at the Thunderbird Cafe to enjoy more First Nations-inspired dishes at 4584 Blackcomb Way, Whistler, BC, V8E0Y3
Huy Chexw (thank you) Wa Chexw Yuu (take care) – Squamish Language / Kukw`stumc`kalap (Thank-you all) – Lil’wat Language
Sḵwexwnách – Valley Creek (Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim, Squamish Language), for the creek running between Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains.
Tsíqten – Fish Spear (Ucwalmícwts – Language of the Lil’wat7úl / Lil’wat people)
The Lil’wat7úl would fish using spears along the creek and live throughout the valley including where the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre now stands.
Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim / Líl̓wat7úl Ucwalmicwts / English
Hearty venison chili with fire-roasted tomatoes, mixed beans and vegetables, served with Sp’áyakim̓ / Kweláw’scen / baked bannock.
In the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim (the Squamish Language) word for Deer is Sx̱wí7shen, and the word for Baked Bannock is Sp’áyakim̓
In Líl̓wat7úl Ucwalmicwts (the Lil’wat language of Ucwalmicwts) the word for Deer is Ts̓i7, and the word for Baked Bannock is Kweláw’scen
Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim / Líl̓wat7úl Ucwalmicwts / English
West Coast Salmon Chowder with harvest vegetables, served with Sp’áyakim̓ / Kweláw’scen / baked bannock.
In the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim (the Squamish language) word for Spring Salmon is Kwu7s, and the word for Baked Bannock is Sp’áyakim̓
In Líl̓wat7úl Ucwalmicwts (the Lil’wat language of Ucwalmicwts) the word for Spring Salmon is Zúmak, and the word for baked bannock is Kweláw’scen
Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim / English
Sts’ úkwi7 / Candied Salmon, Parmesan Kale, Sp’áyakim̓ / Kweláw’scen / baked bannock croutons and in-house caesar dressing
In the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim (the Squamish language) word for Salmon is Sts’ úkwi7, and the word for Baked Bannock is Sp’áyakim̓
In Líl̓wat7úl Ucwalmicwts (the Lil’wat language of Ucwalmicwts) the word for baked bannock is Kweláw’scen
Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim / Líl̓wat7úl Ucwalmicwts / English
Smoked Steelhead and cream cheese with fresh dill, pickled red onions and capers
In the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim (the Squamish language), the word for Steelhead is Skiw̓x.
In Líl̓wat7úl Ucwalmicwts (the Lil’wat language of Ucwalmicwts) the word for Steelhead is Tsúgwlha7.
Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim / Líl̓wat7úl Ucwalmicwts / English
Elk Salami, Venison Salami, Provolone, Mustard, Mayonaise, Butter Lettuce, Tomato and Peppers.
In the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim (the Squamish language), the word for Elk is K’iyí7ch and the word for Venison is Sxwi7shen.
In Líl̓wat7úl Ucwalmicwts (the Lil’wat language of Ucwalmicwts) the word for Elk is Tcats̓ and the work for Venison is Ts̓i7.
Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim / Líl̓wat7úl Ucwalmicwts / English
Roasted Zucchini, smoked cheddar cheese, arugula, tomato, wild mushroom aioli.
In the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim (the Squamish language), the word for mushroom is Ts’áy̓tn tl’a stéwakin.
In Líl̓wat7úl Ucwalmicwts (the Lil’wat language of Ucwalmicwts) the word for mushroom is q̓em̓s.
Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim / Líl̓wat7úl Ucwalmicwts / English
Hearty venison chili with fire-roasted tomatoes, mixed beans and vegetables, served with Sp’áyakim̓ / Kweláw’scen / baked bannock.
In the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim (the Squamish Language) word for Deer is Sx̱wí7shen, and the word for Baked Bannock is Sp’áyakim̓
In Líl̓wat7úl Ucwalmicwts (the Lil’wat language of Ucwalmicwts) the word for Deer is Ts̓i7, and the word for Baked Bannock is Kweláw’scen
Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim / Líl̓wat7úl Ucwalmicwts / English
West Coast Salmon Chowder with harvest vegetables, served with Sp’áyakim̓ / Kweláw’scen / baked bannock.
In the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim (the Squamish language) word for Spring Salmon is Kwu7s, and the word for Baked Bannock is Sp’áyakim̓
In Líl̓wat7úl Ucwalmicwts (the Lil’wat language of Ucwalmicwts) the word for Spring Salmon is Zúmak, and the word for baked bannock is Kweláw’scen
To hear more of our languages see the SLCC Language Video
Join Dominique Nahanee of the Squamish Nation and Georgina Dan T’ec of the Lil’wat Nation to learn some common words from Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim – Squamish language and Ucwalmícwts – Lil̓wat7úl language.