People living and working in Whistler will soon have access to more rental housing thanks to a new partnership between the Province of BC and the Resort Municipality of Whistler. Located at 1600 Mount Fee Rd in the Cheakamus Crossing neighbourhood, this is the second BC Builds project to get underway in the popular ski destination.
“Housing is essential for the people who keep our communities strong and running,” said Christine Boyle, Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs. “Through BC Builds, we are fast-tracking new homes that are within reach for middle-income earners, designed to meet the needs of local workers and families who make Whistler thrive. This is another project that reflects our commitment to helping people stay in the community they call home.”
The new rental homes are intended to meet the housing needs of the local workforce and residents, such as hospitality staff, health-care workers and young, growing families.
“We’re proud that 75 per cent of Whistler workers live in town, thanks to decades of building homes for Whistlerites,” said Jack Crompton, mayor of Whistler. “We’re grateful for this important funding contribution from the Province, which will ensure this success story continues and that the families who make tourism happen continue to have Whistler as their livable, sustainable mountain home.”
The project will provide 105 new apartments in a five-storey, wood-frame building and 20 new townhomes, connected by a shared parkade. The apartments are a mix of mostly studio and one-bedroom homes, with some two- and three-bedroom homes, to accommodate the need for smaller units for individuals and couples working in Whistler. All townhomes will have three bedrooms, suitable for growing families.
“Whistler is a world-renowned mountain-resort community and a major employer in B.C.’s tourism sector,” said Anne Kang, Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport. “Through this new housing project, our Province is taking action on what matters most to people and bringing real solutions for working families and individuals. These 125 new homes will give more hospitality workers the ability to work closer to home, stay connected to Whistler’s thriving community, and attract and retain its workforce.”
The project is close to public transportation and other amenities. Construction began in June 2025 and is estimated to be complete in late 2027. Whistler 2020 Development Corporation is acting as the general contractor for the project and Whistler Housing Authority will own and operate the rental homes.
“The Whistler Housing Authority acknowledges that the success of non-market housing projects like this one would not be possible without the support and partnership of the Province, through BC Housing,” said Marla Zucht, general manager, Whistler Housing Authority. “Thanks to our partners for supporting stable housing for Whistler’s workforce and helping to make Whistler a place to call home.”
BC Builds is part of B.C.’s $19-billion housing investment. Since it launched, more than 3,900 homes are underway, bringing more housing options to people with middle incomes in the province.
