"Whistler’s not just about the outdoors. The Audain, which opened in March 2016, has one of the best collections of Northwest Canadian art in the country, all housed in a stunning, dark, metal-and-wood building. The permanent collection offers a fascinating look at British Columbian art from the 18th century through the present day. You’ll find a stunning collection of Northwest Coast First Nations masks, and one of the country’s largest collections of work from renowned Canadian painter Emily Carr. There’s also a fine selection of post-war and contemporary art, including photographs from Vancouver-based artist Jeff Wall." - Liz Humphreys