Program Our home in Whistler

TEDActive 2014 happens in the pristine powdery peaks of Whistler, just 90 minutes away from the new main TED stage in Vancouver.

The move to Whistler

TEDActive is coming back to its snowy roots. The first TEDActive conference in 2008 took place in Aspen, and the powerful ideas and creativity from that conference have continued to grow and expand into what TEDActive is today. With the TED Conference's move to Vancouver, 90 minutes away, it's a perfect time to trade the desert oasis for the powdery peaks.

Whistler is a world-class ski resort in the Coastal Mountains of British Columbia, Canada -- a casual setting with the backdrop of natural beauty and openness distinct to the TEDActive vibe. Whatever your favorite ski resort activity may be, whether it's gliding through the alpine or fireside chats over hot chocolate, Whistler's environment will inspire exploration, creativity and connections — core to the TEDActive experience.

Our home: The Fairmont Chateau Whistler

A modern hotel with classic Canadian resort style, the Chateau Whistler is our hotel and conference venue, nestled at the foot of the Blackcomb Mountains in the midst of stunning natural beauty. Here, we're creating a custom space to enjoy TED2014 in a warm, casual atmosphere that promotes connection and conversation..

4 reasons you'll love Whistler:

There will be firepits!
Whistler is consistently ranked North America's best mountain resort. It was home to the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. 'Nuff said :)
Whistler Village, at the heart of the resort, is bustling with restaurants, hotels, shops, arts and entertainment.
Only 90 minutes from Vancouver (or 30 minutes by seaplane), Whistler is the perfect combination of secluded and accessible.