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Preparing for Extraordinary Games

If a community the size of Whistler can: become Host Mountain Resort for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games; house world-class venues; host athletes, media and visitors from around the globe; host the Paralympic Closing Ceremony and 27 days and nights of Celebration Sites programming; and strive to do it sustainably, inclusively and passionately – we can accomplish almost anything!

“What we have envisioned, the challenges we’ve taken on, and what we’ve accomplished so far is amazing. I am confident that Whistler will help show the world a spectacular Games – in true Whistler style.”

— Bill Barratt, Chief Administrative Officer for the RMOW

Our goal is that, post Games, Whistler will be recognized for its part in hosting extraordinary Winter Games and advancing the sustainability of Olympic and Paralympic events and venues, while having preserved the community's unique character and natural splendor. Years later, residents will continue to be proud of their community's ongoing hosting of world-calibre sport, arts, culture and learning events that draw locals and visitors alike.

Extraordinary Games also necessitate extraordinary relationships – between the municipality and the Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (VANOC), the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the International Paralympic Committee (IPC), other international organizations, First Nations, the Canadian Olympic Committee, the Canadian Paralympic Committee, the City of Vancouver, the City of Richmond, the provincial and federal 2010 Games Secretariats, and our many in-resort partner organizations.

It is up to Whistler and its many partners, businesses and residents to come together to help make the Games extraordinary.

Extraordinary Games…

Translate into business success, maximizing tourism opportunities, and leveraging the Games to accelerate Whistler's journey toward economic, social and environmental sustainability as defined in our Whistler 2020 vision
Mean using the time in the spotlight to unify and build capacity within the arts, culture and heritage communities, and fully integrating arts, culture and heritage into the fabric of community life
Mean creating the right environment for athletes from around the world to excel in their chosen sport, and assisting Canadian athletes to reach the podium
Foster volunteerism, enhance community pride, and engage the Whistler community in the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games experience
Result in lasting friendships, lasting partnerships and lasting legacies the resort community can enjoy for years to come

Key Deliverables

Strategic Framework
2010 Winter Games Progress Reporting
Transfer of Knowledge Programs
Negotiation of Service Agreements
Communication and Media Relations Plan
Master Plan Program
Municipal Operations Centre
Critical Incidents Communication Plan

WHISTLER’S GAMES ROLES

Host – As the Host Mountain Resort for the 2010 Winter Games, Whistler will welcome the world. The Games will be the most significant event in Whistler's history and will provide the opportunity to showcase Whistler and the people that make it unique.

Service Provider – Whistler, together with its partners, will provide enhanced service levels during the Games. Our guests, the media and residents alike will remember the “Whistler Experience.”

Venue Developer – Whistler, through its wholly owned subsidiary, Whistler 2020 Development Corporation, is developing the Whistler Olympic and Paralympic Athletes Village. Whistler is also developing Whistler Olympic/Paralympic Celebration Plaza, home of the nightly Olympic Games celebrations and the Paralympic Games Closing Ceremony.

Regulator – Whistler has responsibility for providing regulatory oversight for many of the activities associated with planning and staging the Games.

WHAT IS VANOC?

The mandate of the Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games – or VANOC – is to support and promote the development of sport in Canada by planning, organizing, financing and staging the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.

The committee is guided by a 20-member board of directors including representation by the Government of Canada, the Province of British Columbia, the City of Vancouver, the Resort Municipality of Whistler, the Canadian Olympic Committee, the Canadian Paralympic Committee and the Four Host First Nations.