SUSTAINABILITY: Descriptions of Success
RECREATION & LEISURE
In 2020, recreation and leisure opportunities in Whistler are innovative, meet diverse resident and visitor needs, and are moving toward sustainability. By this time:
- Residents and visitors of all ages and abilities enjoy activities year-round that encourage healthy living, learning and a sense of community
- Recreation and leisure are part of the Whistler lifestyle and all community members are able and encouraged to participate
- Visitors are aware of and have access to a variety of recreation and leisure offerings at a range of price points
- The resort community is globally recognized as a leader in innovative recreation products and services
- Recreational experiences reflect an appropriate balance between adventure, challenge and safety, and exist within the comfortable carrying capacity of the amenity
- Quality recreation and leisure activities are delivered with exceptional service
- Local and regional stakeholders use a collaborative and comprehensive approach to developing amenities and offerings, and to resolving user conflicts
- Recreation and leisure infrastructure and practices minimize the degradation of natural areas and are transitioning toward sustainable use of energy and materials
- Recreation and leisure is a core contributor to the Whistler economy
- The cost of amenities is covered within the resort community's financial means and is equitably shared among stakeholders
* Green highlight indicates the descriptors in which the university contributes.
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