I want to come to Whistler for the upcoming Winter Season. When do you start hiring?
Whistler Blackcomb travels both around the world and within Canada conducting interviews and hiring employees for the upcoming winter season. For details, please see our
International Applicants » section.
Also, we will be holding our annual November Fair and for more information click here
Job Opportunities »
Seasonally, we hire employees into our Food & Beverage, Retail/Rental, Operations, Finance and Guest Services divisions.
What else do I need to know about working at Whistler Blackcomb?
Come Prepared! Since Mother Nature is unpredictable, winter positions may not start until mid November and some do not commence until mid December. We recommend that you come to Whistler with approximately $3,000 (CDN) to ensure that you will be able to pay rent, damage deposit, groceries, telephone, transportation and entertainment until you are gainfully employed.
For more information about Whistler and how to prepare for your season please read the
Survival Guide.
How do I get from Vancouver Airport or Downtown to Whistler?
There are 2 bus companies that travel between Vancouver and Whistler. You can find their schedules and further information at:
I need to get my SIN number to commence work – where should I go?
There are 2 Service Canada Offices that you can obtain your SIN number at. One in Vancouver and the other in Squamish (halfway between Vancouver and Whistler). The Vancouver office is bigger and more equipped to deal with high volume, and this may be more efficient for you to get your number while you are in Vancouver, also if you don't have a car the Squamish office will be harder to get to.
I need to set up a Canadian bank account, what banks are in Whistler?
Canada has a number of national banks, three have branches in Whistler so it'll be best to set up an account with one of them so if you need to go in and talk to someone you don't have to go down to Vancouver.
You'll need to make an appointment at the Whistler banks to set up an account, so be prepared this may take a little while and you can't check in as an employee until you have your Canadian account details. You could also set up an account at a Vancouver branch of one of those banks if you are staying there for a day or two prior to arriving in Whistler. (Note that Scotiabank's branch is in an area of Whistler called Creekside, so less accessible as the other two which are in the Village)
What gym facilities are offered in Whistler?
There are a few gyms in Whistler you can obtain membership with. If you join Club Shred (see information below about this) when you start working you can receive a discount on passes at Meadow Park for more information visit their website:
You can also check out some of our other gyms in town:
What kind of shops and facilities are in Whistler?
Whistler offers a lot to its locals – from Health Care with medical clinics and a hospital to hair salons, clothing stores, restaurants, night clubs, yoga studios and grocery stores. You can find information about what is here on:
Where can I find second hand items such as TV's DVDs and microwaves?
How can I find a hostel in Vancouver or Whistler when I get there?
It's a good idea to make reservations in advance especially at the hostels.
I need to buy new ski/ snowboard gear when I arrive in Canada where is the best place?
As a Whistler Blackcomb staff member you will be entitled to discounts at the stores that are owned by the company (including Showcase Snowboards and Can-Ski). See second FAQ Tab for details on staff discounts. There will also be Staff Sales at the beginning of the season at those stores and more information will be available on those closer to the time through at the stores, our internal employee newsletter (The Messenger) or via posters that will be put up in Staff Housing and your workplaces.
List of WB Retail Shops »
What are the perks for the season as a Full Time Whistler Blackcomb Staff member? (Discounts and benefits are different for Part Time and Volunteers enquire at the time of employee check in.)
Seasons Pass
- As long as you remain an employee in good standing with Whistler Blackcomb you will have a season pass to access the mountains.
Club Shred
- For $2 deduction a paycheque you can join this employee discount program. As a member you will get a variety of discounts in town – gyms, movie tickets, Vancouver Canucks games and many, many more.
Envirofund
- The Whistler Blackcomb Foundation Environmental Fund is dedicated to providing financial support to Qualified Donees whose actions can show a benefit to the natural environment in the Sea to Sky Corridor. Our mandate is to expand fundraising efforts to support larger environmental projects with long term results within the Sea to Sky Corridor, as well as to build strong partnerships with community stakeholders. You can donate as little as $2 a paycheque and help us make a difference. Click here to find out more »
Retail
- 25% off at all Whistler Blackcomb retail locations.(Please note that the discount percentage is off the full retail price of the item. No Staff Discount will be given on top of the sale price of an item.) List of WB Retail Shops »
Winter Rentals
- 25% off rentals before 1pm.
- 50% off rentals after 1pm (except during peak periods such as Christmas, President's Week, Spring Break and Easter - it will just be 25% during the holiday periods)
- 25% off repairs with odd specials at 50% off
- 20% off at Tuning Centres ~Ski service is $25 and snowboard is $30 (could be more depending on damage)
Food & Beverage
- 50% off at all market style restaurants. (For on Mountain restaurants discount applies all day when on shift or when not at work all day except between 12-1:30pm)
- 20% discount at Merlin's, Dusty's and GLC seven days a week (not including liquor)
Snow School
- Free group lessons available when space allows in the right ability level
- 20% discount on all Ski School Programs such as: Dave Murray Camps, Private Lessons, Ski Esprit, Roxy Camps, Extremely Canadian and Telemark Lessons.
You will learn more about these perks at your First Season Orientation. And we hope to see you soon!
