You might have noticed that while the Whistler Question Collection covers the years 1978 – 1985 not all years are shown in This Week in Photos. The simple explanation is that the photos for some weeks are missing, damaged or in the possession of the photographer. We’re looking forward to April when we can start sharing more photos of 1978 and 1984!
1979
And they’re off! At the mass start of the Molson Cup race held in Whistler recently.
Whistler hockey players faced the Budget team on Wednesday night and made the front page of the paper!
The new sign at the White Gold Inn (better known today as Whistler’s beloved Boot and Shoestring Lodge) was recently damaged by vandals. After this picture was taken, it was further vandalized.
A red tag and bylaw notice posted on Whistler Vale buildings.
The children’s corner at the new Pemberton Library promises to be well used.
1980
You can’t really tell, but this was the brand new powder blue RCMP vehicle in the valley!
1924-style swimmer Grace at the Pemberton Teachers Frolic – though the costumes look great, what the teachers were up to is anyone’s guess.
Cross country enthusiast Nello Busdon carefully waxes his skis before heading out on the Lost Lake Trail.
1981
THE stop sign in Whistler Village – a newsworthy addition to town.
New Whistler pharmacist Neil Massoud at work in Whistler United Pharmacy.
The Sears catalogue store in Pemberton on the Perkins property that was used up until February 10.
Gay Parker-McCain with baby Dana at the ‘Well Baby Clinic’ with Public Health Nurse Marilyn McIvor.
Manager Rob Nelms stands behind the remodelled bar at Dino’s, now open for business!
1982
The official map of Whistler Village as of 1982. Can you tell what’s still to come?
Competitors are photographed twice in the Pacific Western ProTour held on Blackcomb Mountain.
Vancouver’s Hellenic dancers perform at L’Apres’ Greek Night on February 5.
Ken Thornton of Tapley’s Pub soaks up a few rays while catching up on a little news during Whistler’s recent sunny spell.
Dogcatcher Geoff Playfair who is having a busy time with the Whistler strays.
A snowy view of the Husky and Creekside.
1983
Wowee – it was a hot time in the old town with the swoons and tunes of Vancouver’s R&B All Stars who cranked up the energy level in Delta’s Stumps Lounge to maximum enjoyment last weekend.
A face from yesteryear – Scott Paxton, who worked at The Keg at the Mountain many years ago when it was located in Whistler Cay has now resurfaced at the new Keg as the official “bunmaster”. Paxton and fellow employees geared up for the opening night at The Keg Friday, February 4 for another era of Keg lovers.
Guy Labelle connects one of the power hook ups being installed in the overnight parking lot to make life a little more comfortable for Whistler’s RV visitors. While partial services are now available, full-service pads may be a long time coming.
Heading for the finish must be lot easier when you’ve got wings!
The Brandywine Inn display suite developed a bit of a list as it was being moved off its foundations February 3. Nickel Brothers house movers recovered the situation by jacking up the building and rearranging a wooden ramp which had collapsed under it. The house was enrolee to High Forest.
Mitch Sulkers, Snowcat crew, Blackcomb. Those who answered the Question’s weekly question had their portraits published, often with their occupation and neighbourhood of residence.
1985
Corporate Cup teams ran, hopped, slid and jumped through an obstacle course wearing snowshoes Saturday at Myrtle Philip School.
Ken Domries (right) shows Paul Grilles (middle) and Glen Mitchell how to operate the Whistler Volunteer Fire Department’s ladder truck. The $20,000 LTI pumps out 4,500 litres a minute of water and is usually operated by a five-man crew.
Whistler Mountain day skiers stand in line Saturday for refunds after the power to the north side lift system went out of commission. Inconvenienced skiers were given refunds, food vouchers and hot drinks while the mountain’s staff coaxed the lifts into operation again.
Grand prize winner, Paul Burrows (right), receives his pair of Blizzard Quattro skis from Nigel Woods, president of Coastal Mountain. Unfortunately, the caption for this photo failed to mention what the prize was for.
All of the photos used for This Week in Photos (as well as many more) can be found in the Whistler Question Collection here.
1979
Just one of the winter safety signs visible along Highway 99.
RCMP and Mountain Hostesses working at the “Ski Watch” programme during Tuesday’s snowstorm. The sign reads: THIS SKI AREA IS NOW PROTECTED BY ANTI-SKI THEFT CRIME PREVENTION PROGRAM Participants in this program have all ski equipment identified, marked and registered with the authorities. For information on how to participate in this program, contact manager of this ski area.
The Whistler Municipal broomball team exhibits the fine form that won it the Winterfest Broomball Trophy on Sunday.
Elmer Hellevang plays the “pipes” as he leads the parade from the haggis at the Burns Night celebrations.
The Spring is Sprung (in January) – skiers sunning themselves on Thursday beside the Gondola Barn.
1980
The Question didn’t just cover Whistler – here they are on the scene at Big White.
Photographer Chris Speedie tries to fix a frozen camera.
A ski-out to the parking lot, today underneath Blueshore Financial and the Village Stroll.
1981
Ron Andrews skies the powder on January 28.
The fresh produce selection at the Whistler Grocery Store shortly after it was put out on display last week. Both the grocery store and Tapley’s Pub recently opened their doors.
Tapley’s Pub during its first week of operations.
Community Club members dig in to the numerous dishes at the Burns Night Pot Luck Dinner.
1982
The official opening of the Village Chair. In 1988 the Village Chair was replaced with a 10 person gondola.
The brass plaque commemorating the opening of the North Side lifts will be displayed at the base of the Village Chair.
John Lavin and Gary Koliger know what they like – cold beer and good music. Lavin and Koliger were playing at the Creek House but will be sitting in with Doc Fingers at the Brass Rail for the rest of the week.
An Alta Vista residence under a heavy blanket of snow.
Al Raine receives the ‘Freeman of Whistler’ scroll from Pat Carleton.
Four-year-old Justin Adams will be trying to beat the municipal sign bylaw by keeping on the move. Justin says he’ll use his earnings to buy a toboggan.
Roland Kentel, John Reynolds and Jef Fisher toast Tapley’s first anniversary with glasses of bubbly.
1983
Like a bridge over troubled waters the Culliton Creek span begins to edge its way towards the south bank. Scheduled for completion this spring, the bridge will take a big kink out of Highway 99 when it is finished.
A competitor in the women’s 7.5 km cross-country race in the inter-collegiate competition held at Whistler January 28, 29 and 30.
CKVU talk show host Laurier LaPierre rolled into Whistler Friday, January 28 with his TV crew to compile an updated report on the crown corporation takeover at Whistler. At Beau’s Restaurant, LaPierre interviewed Roy Ferris, Mike Widger, Geoff Power and Glenda Bartosh for their opinions on Whistler and it’s future. The segment will be aired on the Vancouver Show Friday, February 4.
Brian Moran, Ken Till, Bob Elliott and John Grills outside the soon-to-be-opened Whistler Keg.
1985
Fans turned out to PWA’s Pro Tour race Saturday and Sunday on Blackcomb to see Sean Murphy win his first race on the circuit.
Some fans even made their own banjo music at the race.
Education Minister Jack Heinrich explains a funding formula to his audience at Howe Sound School District offices in Squamish Monday night. They suggested he go easy on the chalk – there isn’t much money for that sort of thing, apparently.
Helicopters were used to airlift in tons of cement to re-stabilize Tower 12 after Thursday’s malfunction.
