+ How large is the resort?
Our resort will encompass 2,759 hectares of land with over 80% remaining undisturbed. Our base mountain development area will total approximately 524 hectares.
+ Where will the resort be located/accessed?
The resort will be located approximately 13km north of Squamish on Brohm Ridge and will be accessed just north of Cat Lake. Click here to view the map.
+ Is this just a big residential subdivision?
No. Under the provincial All-Season Resort Policy, recreational infrastructure (gondolas, chair lifts, bike trails) have to be constructed and delivered to the province before lands can be developed for accommodation. As well, the ratio between permanent accommodation and tourist accommodation also has to be split so that at least ½ of the accommodation is available for tourists. In a standard residential subdivision, the ‘amenity’ is a much smaller percentage of the project and there isn’t a mandated requirement of tourist-to-permanent accommodation. The resort has also committed to providing over 2,700 employee housing bed units to ensure a complete community where quality of life and an exceptional visitor experience go hand-in-hand for guests and employees.
+ Is there enough snow for good ski conditions?
YES! Snow quality and amount will be between the conditions experienced by Cypress and Whistler-Blackcomb. Twenty years of snow studies have shown that in most years, Brohm Ridge gets much more snow than Whistler-Blackcomb at comparable elevations and our Main Village will also be 500m higher than Whistler Village. By adding the north-facing slopes in the Culliton Drainage, we will have many hectares of excellent skiing terrain. Our resort is designed to be enjoyed all year round - not just for skiing! Activities such as mountain biking, alpine slides, and hiking will be planned from the start.
+ Have you addressed how the resort will manage their water supply?
YES! After several studies performed by professional hydrologists, we have approval under our Environmental Assessment Certificate to access water from an aquifer located near Paradise Valley. Stringent conditions are in place to ensure there is no interruption of water for local users who will maintain the primary access rights. We are “last in, first out.” Experts have agreed there is enough water for all; studies by professional hydrologists, including independent studies commissioned on behalf of the residents of Paradise Valley, have confirmed the ample supply of water. We will build a sustainable resort from the beginning, and low water usage will be an essential part of the conservation plan. The EA Certificate also requires that we find a secondary source of water. We are currently investigating on-mountain water supply, and we're developing a well drilling program to see what kind of water resource there is on the mountain as well.”
+ Will the recreation facilities and the accommodation be balanced?
YES! Building Mountain Resorts is regulated by the Mountain Resort Branch, who clearly lays out performance levels that have to be met before accommodation can be built. In accordance with Provincial regulations, recreational amenities must be built or bonded for prior to any construction of accommodations. The current plan shows that 54% of the beds will be for visitor accommodation.
+ Will the housing needs of the community be taken into account?
YES! An EA Certificate condition requires that a minimum of 10% of beds be designated as employee housing. Based on the current situation in the region, we anticipate exceeding the 10% requirement and by providing 12.5% to ensure our workforce has sufficient housing.
+ Will our community see the benefits sooner than later?
YES! When the resort is under construction, investors will pay over $850 million dollars in wages to local workers. From construction workers to retailers, from restauranteurs to mountain bike stores, we will inject a revenue stream into our community.
+ Is Squamish Nation involved?
YES! Squamish Nation is a formal partner of our project and is involved in key decisions and planning of the resort. The resort will ensure that as guided by Squamish Nation, their culture and priorities will be a cornerstone of how the resort is planned, and Skwxwu7mesh culture will be evident in resort architecture, programming, commercial and retail opportunities, accommodation experiences, and more.