In the 1980s the Whistler Question began posing a question to three to six people and publishing their responses under “Whistler’s Answers” (not to be confused with the Whistler Answer). Each week, we’ll be sharing one question and the answers given back in 1985. Please note, all names/answers/occupations/neighbourhoods represent information given to the Question at the time of publishing and do not necessarily reflect the person today.
Some context for this week’s question: We couldn’t find a specific story or incident that would have led to this question being asked in the spring of 1985, but if anyone remembers a problem with temporary business licences around that time we would love to know about it!
Question: Do you think it should be more difficult for someone to get a temporary business licence to operate in Whistler?
Doug Campbell – Gas Station Attendant – Brio
They should not be allowed to come up here and undercut everyone else. It’s not fair for those people here who are selling ski equipment.
David Monteith – Credit Union Teller – Whistler Cay
I think they should not just give out temporary business licences. If someone wants to start and run a year-round business, then it should be fairly easy to get one. If they want to operate just for a month or two at a time, it should be a lot more difficult.
Cherie Renville – Sportstop Clerk – Pemberton
Oh yes. I just don’t think it’s right for someone to come in and start selling merchandise at a lower price than what people here are already selling.