In this episode, we sit down with Hannyliz Villafuerte, an entrepreneur, community organizer, and founder of Barangay Sea to Sky, Whistler's first registered Filipino society, which promotes representation, inclusivity, and Pinoy culture across the corridor.

Originally from the Filipino island of Siquijor, Hannyliz shares her journey, from earning a Law degree to building a multi-faceted life in Whistler as the CEO of retailer Tinda2x, a beauty consultant, an event producer, and a former banquet captain at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler.

We explore Pinoy values like Bayanihan (community spirit), how local Filipinos stay connected to their roots through things like Balikbayan boxes, and how the local Filipino-Canadian community is processing the recent Lapu-Lapu Festival tragedy with compassion and strength.

Season Four of the Whistler Podcast starts with a conversation featuring Líl̓wat Nation Political Chief Skalulmecw Dean Nelson, a thoughtful, passionate community leader whose work often occurs behind the scenes.

In this wide-ranging conversation, listeners will learn more about Chief Nelson’s role as a political leader and advocate for positive change.

From economic development to cultural revitalization, from partnerships with the broader Sea to Sky community to reflections on reconciliation, Chief Nelson offers insight into the deep responsibilities Indigenous governments carry. He also shares stories about working toward Indigenous-led events like the Invictus Games and memories from his early days as an educator and mentor.

On this episode of The Whistler Podcast, Mayor Jack Crompton speaks with Jeremy Valeriote, an environmental engineer and longtime Whistler resident who is now our MLA. They discuss the historic moment for the Sea to Sky Corridor with the BC Greens securing the party's first-ever mainland seat in the BC Legislature, and what this means for Whistler.

From affordability and housing to climate action and regional transit, they dive into the pressing issues shaping our community. Listen to how Crompton and Valeriote discuss plans to advocate for Whistler and drive meaningful progress in our region.