News & Press
2025
January
Whistler Insider – Whistler Pride & Ski Festival: 5 Must-Dos
Pique NewsMagazine – Our Communities are Living Breathing Things
Whistler Insider – A Parent’s Guide to Fun with Babies in Winter
The Times – How I learnt to ski again — despite my war injuries
Whistler Insider – Dining Options on Whistler Blackcomb
February
Whistler Insider – The Locals List: February
Adventure.com – Recognition, healing, and legacy: How have Canada’s First Nations shaped the first winter Invictus Games 2025?
The Bridal Bar – Winter Wonderland Wedding – Jocelyn and Ashoat’s Whistler Celebration
Whistler Insider – The Biggest Travel Trends for 2025
Whistler Insider – Insider’s Guide to Spring in Whistler
Whistler Insider – Activities Off the Slopes in Whistler
March
Whistler Insider – The Local’s List: March
Conde Nast Traveler – A Sea-to-Sky Highway Road Trip for Indigenous Culture in Whistler and Beyond
April
Whistler Insider – ¿Cuándo Visitar Whistler? Atractivos y Cosas que Hacer por Temporada
Whistler Insider – Why and When to Visit Whistler
Whistler Insider – Nourish Whistler Wellness Series
May
Whistler Insider – The Local’s List: May
June
Indigenous Tourism BC – National Indigenous Peoples Day at the SLCC
Pique NewsMagazine – Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre celebrates National Indigenous History Month
Squamish Chief – B.C. tourism minister tours Whistler and Squamish
Stir Arts & Culture – Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre celebrates ever-evolving tradition for National Indigenous History Month
PinkBike – Crankworx Announces 2025 Dirt Diaries Lineup + Deep Summer Photo Contest Applications Still Open
Pique NewsMagazine – Raven Spirit Dance brings ‘Braiding the Land’ to Whistler
Indigenous Tourism BC – Spo7ez Artist Market at the SLCC
July
Whistler Insider – The Local’s List: July
Pique NewsMagazine – Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre revitalizes permanent exhibitions
August
Whistler Insider – The Local’s List: August
Pique NewsMagazine – Hands-on workshop at SLCC to explore the art of natural dyeing
2024
January
The Whistler Insider – The Local’s List: January 2024
February
The Whistler Insider – Insider’s Guide to Spring in Whistler
The Whistler Insider – 12 Ideas for Winter Fun for Little Kids in Whistler
The Whistler Insider – The Local’s List: February 2024
March
Destination Indigenous – Nations Magazine
Sharp Magazine – Stepping Into the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre
The Whistler Insider – The Local’s List: March 2024
SLCC Media Room – Mountains for Everyone: The Gondola Gallery features Sḵwx̱wú7mesh and Lil̓wat7úl Artwork
May
Condé Nast Traveler – Where to Eat, Stay, and Play in Whistler for Spring
The Whistler Insider – The Local’s List: May 2024
The Whistler Insider – Whistler Spring Adventures: Ten Ways to Play in May
Whistler Magazine – P18-20 A Land of Fire and Ice
Destination BC – Cultural Connections in British Columbia
June
The Whistler Insider – Whistler Changemakers Series: Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre
The Whistler Insider – The Local’s List: June 2024
BCAA – Showcasing local Indigenous art on Evolve E-Bikes in Whistler
The Squamish Chief – Whistler e-bikes to feature Indigenous art in June
The Whistler Insider – Indigenous Art Takes to the Skies
The Georgia Straight – Nourish Whistler Wellness Series takes the pressure out of self-care
Sitr Arts and Culture – Declaration of the Lillooet Tribes explores a historic moment, at SLCC
Pique NewsMagazine – Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day
Pique NewsMagazine – Jonathan Joe headlines 2024 Salish Summer Carving Series
July
Pique NewsMagazine – Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre readies Chief Dan George exhibit
Pique NewsMagazine – Capilano University and BCIT sign agreement with SLCC
The Whistler Insider – The Local’s List: July 2024
Stir Arts and Culture – SLCC to host Lil’wat master carver Jonathan Joe for the Salish Summer Carving Series
Stir Arts and Culture – Chief Dan George—Actor and Activist exhibition opens at SLCC in Whistler, to February 2
Travel and Tour World – Tourism Whistler Vibe – Discover Hew Culinary Hotspots this August
Powder – The Skier’s Guide to the Whistler Bike Park
RBC Granfondo – RBC GranFondo Whistler Partners with Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre for a Unique Experience on September 7
Bike Mag – Recap: Crankworx Deep Summer Photo Challenge 2024
PinkBike – Videos: Watch All 6 Deep Summer Photo Challenge Slideshows from Crankworx Whistler 2024
Victoria Times Colonist: Treasury Board president Anita Anand meets with Whistler businesses
August
The Whistler Insider – The Local’s List: August 2024
CBC – Sugarcane documentary explores residential school intergenerational trauma and resilience
New Zealand Herald – 5 things to do in Whistler, British Columbia, Canada this summer
Whistler Film Festival – SUGARCANE, award-winning National Geographic documentary screens August 22, Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre
PiqueNewsMagazine – Feast your eyes on dinner atop Whistler Mountain
Vancouver Sun – Wellness is part of Whistler’s DNA year-round
Daily Hive – Here’s what you can do with the two stat holidays in BC this September
September
Daily Hive – 10 places where you can experience Indigenous culture in BC
The Whistler Insider – What’s On This Fall & Winter: Whistler’s Arts & Culture Scene
Pique NewsMagazine – Chamber Apres: Sharing Stories with the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre
Squamish Chief – Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre welcomes all for National Truth and Reconciliation Day
Pique NewsMagazine – E-bikers reduced big emissions in Whistler this summer
Pique NewsMagazine – Lil’wat man never misses annual Terry Fox Run—despite two mini strokes
Pique NewsMagazine – Dr. Lorna Williams to host ‘Lunch and Listen’ in Pemberton on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Stir Arts and Culture – Arts organizations mark National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2024
Squamish Chief – Weaving the past back together: Restoring Sḵwx̱wú7mesh weaving traditions
RMOW – Podcast Extras: Mic handover with Jeremy West, Master Carver Xwalacktun (Rick Harry) and Apprentice Brandon Hall
Vancouver is Awesome – Indigenous food businesses to support in and around Vancouver
Pique NewsMagazine – ‘We haven’t even started’
Snow Magazine – Discover the Best Non-ski Activities in Whistler and Whistler Village
October
The Whistler Insider – Insider Guide to Whistler’s Art Galleries
The Whistler Insider – When to Visit Whistler in the Winter
The Whistler Insider – Early Festive Feels and Deals: Twinkly Lights and Cozy Nights
The Whistler Insider – The Local’s List: October
November
Vancouver Magazine – The Whistler Travel Guide for People Who Don’t Ski
Weird Fish – The Outsiders
The Whistler Insider – Getting Stoked for a Whistler Winter
The Whistler Insider – The Local’s List: November
The Whistler Insider – Movie Magic in the Mountains: Whistler Film Festival 2024
December
Sharp Magazine – Stepping Into the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre
World Atlas – 2024’s 11 Most Scenic British Columbia Towns
Unifor – BC Council sets ambitious plans for 2025
Pique Newsmagazine – Fork in the Road: Light, local and lovely—gifts that keep on giving
Inside Hook – Why Canada Will Always Be My Favorite Country for Travel
Whistler Traveller – Whistler – Welcome to the Sea to Sky Country
BBC – A guide to Whistler, Canada, from the godfather of freeskiing
Pique Newsmagazine – Redmond Q̓áwam̓ Andrews talks carving, canoes and coaching
Cowboys Indians – Ski Native with this Ski Resorts Coast Salish Gondolas
Whistler Insider – The Invictus Games come to Whistler
2023
January
The Whistler Insider – The Local’s List: January 2023
February
Toronto Sun – Fairmont Chateau Whistler, with renovated rooms, a stylish retreat
The Whistler Insider – The Local’s List: February 2023
The Whistler Insider – What to Do in Whistler with the Family
The Whistler Insider – Top 10 Whistler Spring Activities for Families
March
Pique NewsMagazine – SLCC’s T’ec Georgina Dan, Heather Paul, and former PM Kim Campbell headline TEDxWhistler lineup
Pique NewsMagazine – TEDxWhistler finalizes speaker lineup for May event
The Whistler Insider – The Local’s List: March 2023
May
The Whistler Insider – Nourish Spring Series by Cornucopia
Escape AU – 10 top things to know before you visit Whistler
Chatty Girl Media – Explore Whistler BC with Kids
The Whistler Insider – The Locals List: May 2023
June
The Whistler Insider – The Locals List: June 2023
Stir Arts and Culture – National Indigenous History Month 2023 is being celebrated through the arts
BC Guide to Arts and Culture – Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre Celebrating National Indigenous History Month in June with Immersive Cultural Experiences.
Vancouver Sun – More of our favourite B.C. summer getaways
Global News The Morning Show – Celebrating Indigenous Designers and Trendsetters
Whistler Blackcomb – Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day at the SLCC
July
The Whistler Insider – The Locals List: July 2023
Stir Arts and Culture – Watch Master Carver Xwalacktun craft a house post at SLCC to September 3
Escape AU – What Makes Whistler so Special? There’s A Lot More to See Than Just Big Mountains
FamiliesGo! – Whister: 9 Ways to Have Summer Adventures With the Kids
August
The Whistler Insider – Connecting with Black Bears in Whistler
September
The Whistler Insider – The Local’s List: September
Inside Vancouver – Indigenous Culture in Vancouver: From Art Galleries to Delicious Restaurants
The Whistler Insider – T’ec Georgina Dan: Finding My Voice
October
The Whistler Insider – The Local’s List: October
The Whistler Insider – Winter Adventure Dining in Whistler
The Whistler Insider – A Canadian Experiences Checklist for Winter in Whistler
December
Pique NewsMagazine – Give the gift of a Whistler experience
The Whistler Insider – Activities Off the Slopes in Whistler
2022
February
West Coast Curated – 5 Places to see Art in Whistler
March
SLCC Media Room – SLCC Language Video
The Whistler Insider – The Local’s List: March 2022
SLCC Media Room – Celebrating Women in Business
Pique NewsMagazine – Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre’s Cheximiya leads youth with pride
Pique NewsMagazine – Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre’s T’ec Georgina Dan inspired and inspiring
Pique NewsMagazine – Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre’s Heather Paul
Seattle Times – On a trip to Whistler, connect with Squamish and Líl̓wat culture
SLCC Media Room – SLCC Wins 2022 BC Indigenous Operator of the Year Award
Pique NewsMagazine – Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre named B.C. tourism’s Indigenous Operator of the Year
Pique NewsMagazine – SLCC, WCSS receive pair of grants for Indigenous-led programming
April
The Whistler Insider – The Local’s List: April 2022
Event Manager Blog – Why Cultural Heritage Matters More Than Ever for Events
Stir Arts & Culture – SLCC to host awakening ceremony for Story Pole by Ed Archie NoiseCat, April 22
Pique NewsMagazine – A new story pole rises at the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre in Whistler
SLCC Media Room – Sqātsza7 Tmicw – Father Land: Story Pole Awakening Ceremony
SLCC Media Room – SLCC to host carving of the Community Reconciliation Canoe
May
The Whistler Insider – The Artist, The Pole, and The Apprentice: SLCC
SLCC Media Room – National Day of Awareness and Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit People
SLCC Media Room – Indigenous Wellness Experiences in June at the SLCC
June
SLCC Media Room – National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebrations June 21 – July 3, 2022
SLCC Media Room – PRESS RELEASE: Ancient Medicine: From Feast to Famine to Freedom Exhibition opens June 21
The Whistler Insider – 5 Young Family Adventures in Whistler: Summer Edition
The Whistler Insider – The Local’s List: June 2022
The Whistler Podcast – Mayor Jack Crompton speaks with SLCC Curator Mixalhítsa7 Alison Pascal
A Taste for Travel – 10 Exciting Things to Do in Whistler This Summer
August
September
October
November
Pique NewsMagazine – TEDxWhistler to return in 2023
December
SLCC Media Room – PRESS RELEASE: Feature Exhibition UNCEDED: S7ULH TEMÍXW / TI TMICWKÁLHA / OUR LAND opens December 21, 2022
Stir Arts and Culture – Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre launches UNCEDED: S7ULH TEMÍXW / TI TMICWKÁLHA / OUR LAND – A Photographic Journey into Belonging
Stir Arts and Culture – New photo exhibition at Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre captures Indigenous peoples’ enduring presence
Pique Newsmagazine – Unceded captures connection to the land, one photo at a time
The Whistler Insider – The Local’s List: January 2023
2021
January
The Whistler Insider – The Local’s List: January 2021
The Whistler Insider – What your star sign says you should do on a vacation to Whistler
Squamish Chief – ‘Roll with the punches’: Indigenous business owners in B.C. reflect on COVID-19
SLCC Media Room – Hey Whistler – Let’s talk about Land Acknowledgements
April
SLCC Media Room- Announcing April Construction Closure
May
June
SLCC Media Room – Books for your Knowledge
SLCC Media Room – Breaking Bannock – SLCC conversations with the Whistler Public Library
August
Expedia – Explore Canada – How to Experience Indigenous Culture in and around Whistler
September
SLCC Media Room – About National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
SLCC Media Room – NDTR – A Statement from SLCC Ambassadors
SLCC Media Room – NDTR – How can I learn more?
SLCC Media Room – Whistler 101: Indigenous Peoples
SLCC Media Room – National Day for Truth and Reconciliation at the SLCC
SLCC Media Room – NDTR – An open letter to Whistler Businesses
SLCC Media Room – Truth and Reconciliation – Whistler’s Bridge Banner
October
SLCC Media Room – TEDx Whistler at the SLCC
The Whistler Insider – What’s On This Fall & Winter: Whistler’s Arts & Culture Scene
November
SLCC Media Room – Spo7ez Winter Feast
December
SLCC Media Room – Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada (ITAC) – SLCC Wins 2021 National TIAC Indigenous Tourism Award
The Whistler Insider – The Local’s List: December 2021
Stir – Arts & Culture – SLCC serves up a Spo7ez Winter Feast
SLCC Media Room – Squamish Nation and Lil’wat Nation explore Indigenous-led bid for 2030 Winter Olympics
The Whistler Insider – Whistler Fun for Non-Skiers
2020
February
Four Seasons Press Room – Take a leap and make the most of gifted hours at Four Season Resort and Residences Whistler this Leap Day
SLCC Media Room – New Executive Director Announced: Heather Paul
CBC Early Edition – Vancouver 2010 Legacies
The New York Times – 36 Hours in Whistler
The Whistler Insider – Winter Adventure Dining in Whistler
March
The Whistler Insider – Insider’s Guide: Multi-Generational Travel in Whistler
April
The Whistler Insider – Weekly Feel-Good Stories from Whistler#2
May
The Whistler Insider – Know Before You Go: Picnics in the Park
SLCC Media Room – Songs From Our Nations Volume 3 Now Available
Pique Newsmagazine – New album shares songs from Squamish and Lil’wat Nations
SLCC Media Room – Breaking Bannock: Casual Conversations with Squamish Nation & Lil’wat Nation Influencers
Pique Newsmagazine – The SLCC invites Whistler to ‘Bring Home the Bannock’ through new takeout, delivery service
The Whistler Insider – Whistler Feel-Good Retail Therapy
June
The Whistler Insider – Finding Space: From Village to Valley
Pique Newsmagazine – Whistler Indigenous Peoples Day vigil scheduled for today, June 21
Conan Daily – 3 ways to spend a day in Whistler, British Columbia, Canada
The Squamish Chief – A cornerstone of Indigenous culture
July
SLCC Media Room – Sqātsza7 Tmicw – Father Land opens August 12 for Nation Members, August 13 to General Public
The Whistler Insider – Release your inner locavore: Whistler Farmers’ Market
Daily Hive – 20+ outdoor tours, golf courses, hikes, and more currently open in Whistler
The Whistler Insider – Stay Longer: 5 Reasons to Work Remotely in Whistler
The Province – 10 Indigenous BC destinations open for summer 2020
Pique Newsmagazine – Village of Pemberton receives funding for soccer pitch
August
Pique Newsmagazine – Eat Whatever You Can
MarketScreener.com – Vail Resorts : CEO Announces Youth Organization Grant Recipients of $1.5 Million Donation as Part of Ongoing Social Justice and Youth Access Commitment
Pinkbike – Back to the Trails: Whistler, BC
National Observer – Interiority Complex
North Shore News – Wisdom of the ages: First Nations artists mentors young carver in Whistler
September
The Whistler Insider – Whistler’s Art Gallery Scene by the Glass: Whistler’s Wine Walks
Stir Vancouver – With Sqātsza7 Tmicw – Father Land, artist Ed Archie NoiseCat comes home
The Whistler Podcast – Episode 20: Until everyone is equal, no one is equal
The Whistler Insider – The Local’s List for September 2020
October
Pique Newsmagazine – SLCC offers tips for reconciliation in wake of racist verbal attack
Vancouver Is Awesome – How to spend the perfect fall weekend in Whistler (if you aren’t the sporty type)
Pique Newsmagazine – Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre speaks out about incident of hate speech
The Wellness Almanac – Hate Speech at the SLCC is shared, in order to stem the tide of Unchecked Abuse
SLCC Media Room – Statement Regarding Incident of Hate Speech on our Premises
Stir – What’s Stirring: Whistler Wine Walk captures the resort’s creative side, to October 30
BC Museum Association’s Round-up Magazine – Lunch with Owl: Mixalhítsa7 Alison Pascal
The Whistler Insider – Fall for These Art & Culture Exhibits on Now in Whistler
TheTravellingMom.ca – Complete Guide of the Top 35 Things to Do in Whistler with Kids
November
Whistler Traveller – My Whistler; Make a Cultural Connection; Exploring First Nations Art in Whistler
Boulevard – the other side of the mountain
December
Boulevard (Chinese Edition) – Finding peace of mind in Whistler
The Whistler Insider – Uniquely Whistler Gifts, Souvenirs & Keepsakes
Travelmag.com – 10 things to do besides skiing in Whistler
SLCC Media Room – Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre Free to Visit December 20 – January 24
Conference & Meetings World – Warm Up to Winter Ski Incentives
2019
February
Wedding Wire – 10 Drop Dead Gorgeous Whistler Wedding Venues
Pique Newsmagazine – Local Students learn about reconciliation using canoes
Rogers Hometown Hockey – Tara Slone gets a tour from Alison Pascal
The Whistler Insider – Whistler Artists on Finding Inspiration Outdoors
Kamloops This Week – TRAVEL: Mining memories on the Whistler Museum Trail
Four Seasons Press Room – This Summer, Four Seasons Mountain Collection Invites Guests to Explore Unique Arts and Culture Offerings
March
Pique Newsmagazine – Whistler Excellence Awards finalists announced
Flagstick.com – Golf Travel: Wondrous Whistler
April
The Whistler Insider – Lil’wat Nation Artist Carves His Own Path
West Coast Curated – Lil’wat Nation Artist Carves His Own Path
Canada.com – Whistler on the cheap for Easter weekend
SLCC Media Room – Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre welcomes D’Arcy Demoe, Executive Chef, to team
National Geographic – See Vancouver like a Nat Geo Explorer
May
June
The Whistler Insider – Local Flora & Coast Salish Culture: New Tour in Whistler
The Whistler Insider – 9 Things to Do in Whistler this Summer
Pique Newsmagazine – Whistler Children’s Festival brings fun for kids – and organizers
Calgary Herald – Discover these 5 incredible Indigenous experiences in Canada
Travel Week – Three words: Make Travel Matter
Vacation Idea: Dream Vacation Magazine – 25 Best Things to Do in Canada
Eat North – The Long-overdue rise of Indigenous cuisine brings Canada back to its roots
July
Travel Weekly – Road & Rail Wrap
August
September
Pique Newsmagazine – New photo exhibit showcases SLCC Youth Ambassadors
Pique Newsmagazine – Upcoming Vital Café looks at Whistler’s role in Truth and Reconciliation
Pique Newsmagazine – Indigenous airline founder to kick off Whistler tourism start-up program
SLCC Media Room – Sip & Dine Indigenous at Spo7ez Table Saturday, November 9
October
Vancouver Sun – Whistler is action packed in the fall
November
Pique Newsmagazine – The Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre’s executive director is stepping down
Marin Magazine – 4 Winter Sports Destinations That Are Also Former Winter Olympics Venues
December
Pique Newsmagazine – Pemberton Museum repatriates Lil’wat Nation items
Esquire – 5 Reasons Whistler is the Ultimate Ski Destination
The Whistler Insider – Whistler in Winter: The First Time
2018
August
November
West Jet Magazine – Take a Self-Guided Tour of Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre in Whistler, B.C.
December
2017
October
2016
May
The Whistler Insider – Culture & Learning: the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre
Food Network – 12 Tasty Canadian Indigenous Restaurants
July
The Whistler Insider – Eat Yourself Canadian: 10 Treats for Canada Day
2015
June
Whistler Question – SLCC, Fairmont unveil new Salish Stroll
July
September
Whistler Question – The Big Idea: A centre that embodies the spirit of partnership
MonteCristo Magazine – Fairmont Chateau Whistler’s Salish Stroll