Meet our new Library Director, Mikale Fenton

We’re excited to announce that our Board of Trustees has appointed Mikale Fenton as the new Library Director of Whistler Public Library! “The Whistler Public Library is a special and unique place in our community. The WPL Board was searching for someone who could continue to build upon the work of our former Library Director, […]
October is Canadian Library Month!

October is Canadian Library Month! All month long, libraries and library partners across Canada are raising awareness of the valuable role libraries play in Canadians’ lives. More than just a place to find books, libraries promote cultural awareness, engage in the community, provide educational programs, support freedom of expression, and much more. We have so […]
Borrow a Laptop at the Library!

Need access to a computer for a few hours? Laptops are now available to borrow at Whistler Public Library!
125+ Years of B.C. Historical Newspapers

Access to digital news archives from 3 of B.C.’s oldest and most respected newspapers: The Province, The Times-Colonist, and The Vancouver Sun.
All Together Now! Summer Programs for Kids

It’s hard to believe, but summer is right around the corner! We’re excited to offer a wide variety of activities and events for kids of all ages and their grown-ups. Whether you love reading, drawing, writing, magic tricks, or making music, we’ve got something for you. Read on to learn all about our summer program […]
June 21 is Indigenous Peoples Day!

In Canada, June is National Indigenous History Month, and June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. We’re celebrating this month with some special events. Events at the Library On June 1, we hosted Lil’wat Nation Elders Clara John and Barry Dan for a workshop, Indigenous Healing Through Smudging. If you’re interested in attending a future […]
Creativebug: new classes for May
Get inspired by the outdoors with watercolour or get cozy with quilting as you navigate the spring weather with the following new classes. Launching May 1Color Play: A Daily Practice in Watercolor and Colored Pencil with Joy Ting Launching May 11 Presser Feet 101 with Natalie EbaughSew the Ara Quilt Covercoat with Ebaugh Launching May […]
Building Inclusive Communities in the Sea to Sky

On January 24, 25, 31, and February 1, panelists and community members from across the Sea to Sky and Sunshine Coast came together online to discuss some key areas for building inclusive communities. This series was hosted by our friends at the Whistler Multicultural Society. These dialogues focused on Multiculturalism, Immigration, Diversity & Equity, and […]
Explore our “unusual” items!

If you’re a regular visitor to the library, you may have noticed over the last few years that we’ve been adding some rather…unusual items to our collection. A telescope, bike repair kits, binoculars, ukuleles, and board games have all appeared on our shelves. In late 2021, our team started working on expanding this “non-traditional” collection, […]
New Carved Pole Temporarily Installed at WPL

A new carved pole, “Human Transforming into an Eagle”, designed by Qawam Redmond Andrews, has been temporarily installed at the Whistler Public Library
Lynda.com is now LinkedIn Learning for Libraries

Over 16,000 video courses in business, software, technology, and creative skills, taught by recognized industry experts.
Mental Health Resources for Whistlerites

The Canadian Mental Health Association offers free, year-round resources for all Canadians.
ReachOut! for Mental Health & Wellness Support

You don’t have to stand alone. Reach out and our team will connect you with free or low-cost mental health & wellness support.
Isolating? Explore your library at home!

Are you isolating? It’s a great time to explore Whistler Public Library at Home – we have so many services and resources you can access without visiting our building!
Celebrate your creativity with Creativebug!

Thousands of award-winning art & craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists.
Barbed Choir presents Virtual Choir: California Dreamin’

After almost a year on hiatus, Barbed Choir welcomes the community to participate in a Virtual Choir project, singing the classic California Dreamin’!
We Recommend!

Are you looking for a good book and don’t know where to start? Let us help you discover your next favourite book!
Explore Your Inner Universe!

Explore Your Inner Universe with us this summer! For 7 weeks this summer, we will be posting activities and resources around a theme related to mental wellness and self-exploration.
Kids Summer Programs 2020

We have all kinds of exciting programs planned for you this summer, all virtual and designed to be enjoyed from home or physically distanced in nature. To see the full list of what’s going on this summer, check out our Events Calendar!
Explore Our Universe with BC Summer Reading Club Online!

BC Summer Reading Club goes virtual! This year you can Explore Our Universe with BC SRC using their app to track reading goals, earn badges, and do fun at-home activities.