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Liz McDonald

Liz McDonald

Liz comes from Thamesford in southwestern Ontario, where she grew up surrounded by cornfields and creeks, fostering an early love for the outdoors (there was little else to explore in her one-stop-light town).

Her passion for reading, photography, performance and people led her to stumble into journalism as a career, which may have also been influenced by her parents' nightly watching of local TV news and morning radio listening.

Liz had a brief stint in theatre before she studied broadcast journalism at Fanshawe College in London, Ont., and then got a double major in history and political science at Western University.

Then, by a twist of fate, her passion for a sport called slacklining led her to a master's degree in journalism at the University of British Columbia.

After finishing (for now) her long career in academia, Liz went on to report with Sun Peaks Independent News. Her love for skiing, slacklining and reporting brought her back to the Sea to Sky and to the team at Pique Newsmagazine.

When she’s not working, she spends her days reading, exploring the outdoors and connecting with her community.

Recent Work by Liz

Closing arguments wrap in second trial of Roger Molinaro

Closing arguments wrap in second trial of Roger Molinaro

Verdict expected in May in Pemberton Provincial Court
Whistler homeowners take legal action against municipality over rental ban

Whistler homeowners take legal action against municipality over rental ban

The property owners allege the RMOW’s zoning changes unfairly stripped them of their right to operate short-term tourist accommodations, citing decades of precedent
Roger Molinaro child sexual assault trial closing arguments begin today

Roger Molinaro child sexual assault trial closing arguments begin today

The proceedings are scheduled for three days in North Vancouver
B.C. Human Rights Commissioner speaking at Whistler event

B.C. Human Rights Commissioner speaking at Whistler event

Kasari Govender will present by video at the Westin for an event focused on racial equity hosted by Whistler Multicultural Society and Resilience Allyship
Trial for accused St’atl’imx Tribal cop set for Dec. 1

Trial for accused St’atl’imx Tribal cop set for Dec. 1

Cst. Michael English faces charges for allegedly filming sexual acts without consent
Whistler Blackcomb launches 2025-26 pass sale

Whistler Blackcomb launches 2025-26 pass sale

WB will expand parking pilot for next winter season
Outdoor Recreation Council of BC hosting Indigenous tourism webinar

Outdoor Recreation Council of BC hosting Indigenous tourism webinar

The upcoming event includes four experienced panellists and will help outdoor groups understand how to create meaningful partnerships with First Nations
Whistler hotel for sale—minimum bid $12M

Whistler hotel for sale—minimum bid $12M

The transaction is through a court-ordered sale and investment solicitation process
New gear store in Whistler aims to be a community hub

New gear store in Whistler aims to be a community hub

The owner of Mt. Waddington Outdoors said he aims to provide high-quality gear for outdoor enthusiasts, including paragliders
Sea to Sky builders face economic uncertainty

Sea to Sky builders face economic uncertainty

From higher-cost appliances to a potential turndown in construction, local builders describe the impact U.S., Canadian tariffs would have on their industry
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