Three of British Columbia’s most popular ski resorts — Grouse Mountain, Big White, and Whistler Blackcomb — have rolled out a proof-of-vaccination policy for all employees..“We will be requiring all of our employees to have COVID-19 vaccinations for their safety and protection as well as the safety and protection of our guests and communities,” writes Whistler Blackcomb on its website..Even though the shot is required for Blackcomb employees, they must still undergo daily health screenings and wear masks indoors, in accordance with the provincial orders..While jabs will be required for employees at Grouse Mountain and Big White as well, other BC ski resorts say they will have more information on future vaccine policy soon..“I am very pleased to see more and more businesses across BC and across the country are bringing in vaccine requirements in their workplaces, and we know that this is something that will protect employees, keep workplaces safe and functioning,” said Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry..“I encourage everyone to take this important step as well.”.Reid Small is a BC correspondent for the Western Standard.,rsmall@westernstandardonline.com,.Twitter.com/reidsmall
