Nicole Baudisch
Council · Whistler
Cheakamus 24 yrs
About
This community has given so much to me and I want to give back. I bring a practical, collaborative and fiscally responsibly approach. I will consider all stakeholders views and ensure that the bigger picture is always considered.
Policy commitments
Buildings
We all want healthy, affordable, and comfortable homes. These policies will help to lower energy bills, cut pollution, and improve indoor air quality.
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Support electrification of new buildings.
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Incentivize electric heat pumps and air filtration systems.
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Incentivize renewable energy, battery storage, and smart-grid technologies in new and existing buildings to improve energy security.
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Scale up energy retrofits for existing homes, businesses, and public buildings.
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Implement a 'right to cool' bylaw to protect tenants during extreme heat events.
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Climate Justice
Our community is already experiencing the harmful impacts of climate change caused by fossil fuel pollution, and taxpayers are on the hook to upgrade and repair critical infrastructure.
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Endorse the fossil fuel treaty and commit to phase out fossil fuels.
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Collaborate with Indigenous peoples as partners in the stewardship of the land, air, and water, and work towards reconciliation.
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Ecosystems
The air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we eat all rely on healthy ecosystems. Nature can also help protect our community from extreme weather by controlling floods, protecting shorelines, and cooling neighbourhoods. Access to nature improves the health and well-being of residents, and supports biodiversity.
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Protect and restore ecosystems, which are essential to human survival, health, and economic well-being.
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Expand and protect tree canopy, parks, and green infrastructure to cool neighbourhoods, clean air, and manage stormwater.
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Create connected urban greenways for people and wildlife.
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Land Use
We envision vibrant, walkable communities that protect nature and improve food security.
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Build affordable homes near jobs, schools, shops, and transit.
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Upgrade critical infrastructure for heat, fire, flood, and storm resilience.
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Increase food security by supporting local agriculture and community gardens.
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Transport
Connecting neighbourhoods through public transit and active transportation networks will cut pollution, improve public health, and make our communities more affordable (and fun!).
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Deliver reliable, frequent, affordable local transit.
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Advocate to improve regional public transit between communities.
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Build bike and roll networks that are safe for everyone.
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Expand EV charging infrastructure.
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Watersheds
Climate change, increasing populations, and overconsumption threaten our water security. Healthy watersheds and forests are critical to support clean drinking water, stormwater management, climate resilience, and biodiversity for future generations.
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Implement water conservation plans and educate the public to conserve drinking water.
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Protect and restore watersheds as vital municipal infrastructure.
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Develop and implement a water security plan.
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Zero Waste
Zero waste policies reduce pollution, keep waste out of landfills, build resilient local economies, and safeguard public health by shifting society away from a disposable culture toward a sustainable circular economy.
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Implement zero waste bylaws to divert organic waste and recyclables from disposal.
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Support the development of a circular economy to eliminate waste and improve resilience.
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Implement bylaws to eliminate waste from new buildings, renovation, and demolition projects and to use existing buildings as efficiently as possible.
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Climate action
How have you contributed to climate action in your community through advocacy, past work, advisory committees, volunteer work, and/or reducing your personal carbon footprint?
Climate action is most effective when it is practical, collaborative, and locally driven. Through my volunteer work as a board member with the Whistler Community Foundation and EnviroFund Whistler, I have supported initiatives that fund environmental stewardship, sustainability projects, education, and community resilience.
In my professional career, I have managed large operations where resource conservation, waste reduction, and operational efficiency are important considerations. These experiences have reinforced the value of continuous improvement and responsible resource management.
Personally, I support active transportation whenever possible, buy preowned clothes and look for opportunities to reduce my environmental footprint in everyday life. I believe climate action requires both individual responsibility and collective action, and I am committed to supporting practical solutions that help Whistler meet its environmental goals.
In my professional career, I have managed large operations where resource conservation, waste reduction, and operational efficiency are important considerations. These experiences have reinforced the value of continuous improvement and responsible resource management.
Personally, I support active transportation whenever possible, buy preowned clothes and look for opportunities to reduce my environmental footprint in everyday life. I believe climate action requires both individual responsibility and collective action, and I am committed to supporting practical solutions that help Whistler meet its environmental goals.
Questions for Whistler
What should Whistler's top priorities be over the next four years to prepare for climate-related risks such as extreme weather, wildfire impacts, and changing environmental conditions?
Climate resilience needs to be a key priority for Whistler. Preparing for increased wildfire risk, extreme weather events, and changing environmental conditions will require proactive planning and investment.
Key priorities should include strengthening wildfire mitigation efforts, supporting FireSmart programs, improving emergency preparedness and evacuation planning, protecting water resources, and ensuring municipal infrastructure can withstand future climate impacts.
Council should continue investing in natural assets such as forests, and wetlands, which play an important role in reducing climate risks. I also believe strong partnerships with regional agencies, First Nations, community organizations, and residents will be essential to building resilience and responding effectively to future challenges.
Key priorities should include strengthening wildfire mitigation efforts, supporting FireSmart programs, improving emergency preparedness and evacuation planning, protecting water resources, and ensuring municipal infrastructure can withstand future climate impacts.
Council should continue investing in natural assets such as forests, and wetlands, which play an important role in reducing climate risks. I also believe strong partnerships with regional agencies, First Nations, community organizations, and residents will be essential to building resilience and responding effectively to future challenges.
How should the Resort Municipality of Whistler strengthen its partnerships with community organizations to advance environmental sustainability, climate action, and community resilience?
Many of Whistler's strongest environmental initiatives are driven by partnerships. The municipality should continue supporting community organizations through funding, collaboration, information sharing, and meaningful engagement in policy development.
Organizations often have specialized expertise, strong volunteer networks, and direct connections to residents. Council should ensure their knowledge is incorporated early in decision-making processes rather than only seeking feedback after plans are developed.
My experience with both the Whistler Community Foundation and EnviroFund Whistler has demonstrated the value of local organizations working together toward common goals. By strengthening these partnerships, leveraging community expertise, and supporting innovative local solutions, Whistler can continue making progress on environmental sustainability, climate action, and community resilience while maintaining the high quality of life that residents value.
Organizations often have specialized expertise, strong volunteer networks, and direct connections to residents. Council should ensure their knowledge is incorporated early in decision-making processes rather than only seeking feedback after plans are developed.
My experience with both the Whistler Community Foundation and EnviroFund Whistler has demonstrated the value of local organizations working together toward common goals. By strengthening these partnerships, leveraging community expertise, and supporting innovative local solutions, Whistler can continue making progress on environmental sustainability, climate action, and community resilience while maintaining the high quality of life that residents value.
What indicators should Council use to evaluate Whistler's success beyond economic growth and tourism, and how would those indicators influence your decision-making?
Whistler's success should be measured by the health of our community and environment, not just visitor numbers or economic growth. Key indicators include housing affordability and availability for residents, access to healthcare and child care, resident satisfaction, transportation options, local greenhouse gas emissions, ecosystem health, biodiversity, and water quality.
I would also look at volunteer participation and the strength of local non-profit organizations, as these are indicators of a connected and resilient community.
Using these measures would help ensure council decisions are balanced and consider long-term impacts. When evaluating projects or policies, I would ask whether they improve quality of life for residents, protect our natural environment, and strengthen community resilience. If a proposal delivers economic benefits but negatively impacts these broader indicators, I believe council should carefully reconsider or modify it.
I would also look at volunteer participation and the strength of local non-profit organizations, as these are indicators of a connected and resilient community.
Using these measures would help ensure council decisions are balanced and consider long-term impacts. When evaluating projects or policies, I would ask whether they improve quality of life for residents, protect our natural environment, and strengthen community resilience. If a proposal delivers economic benefits but negatively impacts these broader indicators, I believe council should carefully reconsider or modify it.
Whistler's natural environment is central to its identity, economy, and quality of life. What actions would you prioritize to protect local ecosystems, biodiversity, and watershed health over the next four years?
Protecting Whistler's natural environment requires both strong policies and practical action. I would support protecting sensitive habitats and wildlife corridors, improving watershed monitoring, maintaining healthy riparian areas, and ensuring environmental impacts are carefully considered in development decisions.
I would also prioritize supporting local environmental organizations, stewardship initiatives, and community education programs that help residents and visitors understand their role in protecting our ecosystems.
As a board member of both the Whistler Community Foundation and EnviroFund Whistler, I have seen firsthand how local partnerships and community-led initiatives can deliver meaningful environmental results. Council should continue working with these organizations and other stakeholders to ensure environmental protection remains a priority alongside community growth.
I would also prioritize supporting local environmental organizations, stewardship initiatives, and community education programs that help residents and visitors understand their role in protecting our ecosystems.
As a board member of both the Whistler Community Foundation and EnviroFund Whistler, I have seen firsthand how local partnerships and community-led initiatives can deliver meaningful environmental results. Council should continue working with these organizations and other stakeholders to ensure environmental protection remains a priority alongside community growth.
As Whistler continues to evolve, how would you balance growth and development with environmental protection and long-term climate goals?
Growth and environmental protection should not be viewed as competing priorities. Whistler can continue to grow while ensuring development aligns with our climate commitments and protects the natural assets that make this community unique.
I support responsible development that addresses critical community needs, particularly resident housing, while requiring strong environmental standards, energy efficiency, and consideration of long-term impacts. Development should occur in ways that make efficient use of existing infrastructure and reduce reliance on private vehicles.
Council must make decisions through a climate lens, considering emissions, ecosystem impacts, and resilience to future climate risks. Thoughtful planning today will help ensure Whistler remains both a vibrant community and a leader in environmental stewardship for future generations.
I support responsible development that addresses critical community needs, particularly resident housing, while requiring strong environmental standards, energy efficiency, and consideration of long-term impacts. Development should occur in ways that make efficient use of existing infrastructure and reduce reliance on private vehicles.
Council must make decisions through a climate lens, considering emissions, ecosystem impacts, and resilience to future climate risks. Thoughtful planning today will help ensure Whistler remains both a vibrant community and a leader in environmental stewardship for future generations.
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