Whistler’s Answers: September 19, 1985Whistler’s Answers: September 19, 1985
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: The Whistler Medical Centre opened in 1982 in a double-wide trailer on Whistler Way. Whistler Emergency Services also operated out of the facility and the trailer could get very busy, especially during the ski season. The Whistler Medical Centre was still located in this temporary facility in 1985, though they did move to a bigger space in the basement of Municipal Hall in 1986. Find more about the Whistler Medical Centre here and here.
Question: What do you think of the medical services in Whistler?
Eric Pehota – Busboy – Whistler
I think they’re pretty good. They could use a more permanent facility. They’re always here to help and they have good staff. I have no quarrels with the staff. In fact, I’m on my way over there right now.
Lois Paterson – Janitor – Whistler
We need more space and X-ray facilities. Otherwise it’s run very well. A permanent facility would be excellent. As it is, it’s better than nothing.
Brenda Rosalowsky – Bartender – Vancouver (formerly Whistler)
I find they’re quite adequate. They do have physiotherapy equipment. With the increase in population they could be expanded. It would be nice to have a permanent facility. I would imagine that as Whistler continues to grow, all the facilities will be up here just as they have them in Squamish.