I have been in Whistler now for a little over 24 hours. Too often in our communities, in our organizations, in our circles of influence, we are putting ourselves behind our own barriers. Lots of things are possible and often they don not always require huge budgets - people with ideas and a willingness to make a difference.

Friday - 16h - 16h30

Grocery shopping in a small business selling organic food / org - people welcome you with a smile

Friday 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Visit the Apple Store - the customer service process - 'Genius Bar' to follow up to my computer -  quite an innovative proess and focused on customer service.

Friday 18h - 20h

Rollerblading in Stanley Park and English Bay. People of all types, having fun. No need for big things, youth, teens, families, single people - skating, walking, jogging, biking.

Saturday 7:30

Witnessed the departure and arrival of the first Whistler’s half-marathon.  Initially the idea of a person and in a short time, the event was sold out. Great success and the event will certainly be back next year.

Saturday 10:30

Attended a peaceful demonstration against Whistler’s municipal council to eliminate free parking. A really hot topic in Whistler. The event, Hell No We Won’t Pay, has attracted over 1000 people and was initiated by a young 17 years old, through her Facebook.  In a very short time, she had reached out to more than 3,000 people - a real leader despite her young age.

Saturday 20h

Outdoor gathering with neighbors. Friendly people and an incredible variety of experiences. French, Swiss, English, Ontarians, Quebecers and others. Full of inspirational people who have chosen to leave the traditional model of society and to let go and live the present moment. Incredible stories.