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  • May 2025 7
    • May 23, 2025 DBC - Be Prepared for Emergencies this Summer
    • May 7, 2025 DBC’s Welcoming the American & Canadian Visitor This Season Webinar
    • May 5, 2025 Job Opportunity - Travel Penticton Executive Director
    • May 5, 2025 Make the Trip Home: a new domestic marketing campaign - DBC
    • May 5, 2025 Summerland Waterfront Resort & Spa Named Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards Winner
    • May 2, 2025 Community Futures British Columbia Workshops
    • May 1, 2025 Accommodation Plastic Use and Reduction Survey Results
  • April 2025 17
    • Apr 30, 2025 Navigating Vintage 2024 – Winery, Restaurant, Retail Guides
    • Apr 30, 2025 How Do You Measure Up? Tourism Sustainability Guide
    • Apr 30, 2025 Tourism Climate Adaptation and Environmental Sustainability Business Survey Report
    • Apr 28, 2025 Short-term Rental Regulation Update and Business License Applications now open for the City of Kelowna
    • Apr 28, 2025 Bringing the Salmon Home 2024-2025 Annual Report
    • Apr 28, 2025 Short-term Accommodation Registration Guidelines Webinar
    • Apr 25, 2025 Working with Travel Media - Destination BC
    • Apr 25, 2025 Emergency Preparedness Week - British Columbia
    • Apr 17, 2025 Manufacturing Excellence Forum - Kelowna
    • Apr 17, 2025 WORTH Beneficiary Fund for Single Moms in the Industry
    • Apr 14, 2025 Destination BC Thompson Okanagan Regional Profile
    • Apr 11, 2025 2SLGBTQI+ Newcomer Entrepreneur Initiative
    • Apr 9, 2025 TOTA Honours Michael J. Ballingall
    • Apr 4, 2025 Save the Date: BC Outdoor Recreation Conference 2026
    • Apr 2, 2025 BC Tourism Week 2025 - April 7 - 11
    • Apr 2, 2025 Tourism Kamloops is seeking a candidate for the Director of Brand & Marketing
    • Apr 2, 2025 Camping reservations now open for Berg Lake Trail in Mount Robson Park
  • March 2025 23
    • Mar 26, 2025 DBC Learning Centre - How to work with Receptive Tour Operators
    • Mar 26, 2025 Destination Canada Traveller Segmentation Program
    • Mar 26, 2025 Increasing Wealth and Wellbeing for Canadians
    • Mar 21, 2025 Resources for Navigating Trade and Tariff Issues
    • Mar 19, 2025 DBC Learning Centre - Who are the Travel Trade?
    • Mar 18, 2025 BCRFA Introduce Industry Training & Development Fund
    • Mar 18, 2025 Resources for Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs
    • Mar 18, 2025 Webinar: Wildfire Resilience - April 8, 2025
    • Mar 11, 2025 $3,500 Hiring Incentive from B.C. Youth in Manufacturing Initiative
    • Mar 11, 2025 Resources for Canadian Workers and Businesses
    • Mar 11, 2025 Working Effectively with Indigenous Peoples Workshop
    • Mar 10, 2025 Take the Canadian Tourism Data Collective Utilization Survey
    • Mar 7, 2025 Destination Events Program - New Province of BC Grant
    • Mar 7, 2025 Rogers Youth Grants: Supporting Education and Workforce Development
    • Mar 7, 2025 ORCBC Grants & Funding Page
    • Mar 7, 2025 Webinar: Recreation and Indigenous Tourism
    • Mar 7, 2025 The Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association Inspiration Centre is now Biosphere Certified!
    • Mar 5, 2025 Vernon Youth Job Opportunity with Youth Climate Corps BC (YCCBC) - Applications Closing Soon
    • Mar 5, 2025 DBC Learning Centre - Are you Travel Trade Ready?
    • Mar 5, 2025 Tariff Resources from the Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission
    • Mar 5, 2025 Apply Today for the Culinary Tourism Alliance’s Taste of Place Leadership Program
    • Mar 5, 2025 Tourism Kelowna is a Finalist for the 2025 BC Tourism Awards
    • Mar 5, 2025 The Tourism Data Collective Releases the Traveller Segmentation Program
  • February 2025 8
    • Feb 14, 2025 Tourism and Sustainability Survey: GIS Applications in the Thompson Okanagan
    • Feb 12, 2025 DBC Learning Centre - Working with the Travel Trade
    • Feb 11, 2025 Tourism Digital Academy Spring Intake is Now Open
    • Feb 6, 2025 Destination British Columbia’s Tourism Industry Dashboard
    • Feb 4, 2025 Tourism Industry Association of BC One-Minute Monitor: Impact of Cross-border Tariffs on Your Business
    • Feb 3, 2025 Coast Capri Hotel is now Biosphere Certified
    • Feb 3, 2025 Learn More About Community Futures BC with CF Boundary!
    • Feb 3, 2025 Free Beverage Industry Training Program - Tier 2
  • January 2025 14
    • Jan 31, 2025 Purppl’s Purposeful People series: Eve Layman
    • Jan 31, 2025 Small Business and Tourism Operator Preparedness Social Media Package
    • Jan 31, 2025 Congratulations to the Boundary Country Spark Program Winners!
    • Jan 30, 2025 Okanagan College Women in Beverage Peer Mentor Program
    • Jan 22, 2025 Take the Tourism Climate Adaptation & Environmental Sustainability Business Survey
    • Jan 21, 2025 New Short-term Rental Registry, Host Registration Required
    • Jan 21, 2025 Join WORTH for the 2025 WORTH Leadership Summit
    • Jan 20, 2025 Outdoor Recreation Fund of BC is Accepting Applications
    • Jan 16, 2025 Working Effectively with Indigenous Peoples® Workshop
    • Jan 14, 2025 DBC Tourism Digital Academy
    • Jan 14, 2025 BCTCRI Workshop #6: Climate Resilience, Governance and CDMOs
    • Jan 14, 2025 Applications for BCTCRI Micro-Grant Program Open Until January 28
    • Jan 13, 2025 Community Meets Adventure in Blue River
    • Jan 11, 2025 Free Beverage Industry Training Program - Offered in the Shuswap and North Okanagan
  • December 2024 17
    • Dec 19, 2024 Save the Date for the 2025 TOTA AGM & Summit
    • Dec 18, 2024 ETSI-BC Has Been Approved for Over $800,000 in Funding for the Southern Interior
    • Dec 18, 2024 Destination Canada Traveller Segmentation Program
    • Dec 16, 2024 Media Coverage as a Result of Hosting Traditional Travel Media
    • Dec 16, 2024 Global Sustainable Tourism Council Attraction Criteria Early Adoption Program
    • Dec 16, 2024 Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Kelowna Airport is Biosphere Committed
    • Dec 16, 2024 Four Points by Sheraton Kelowna Airport is Biosphere Committed
    • Dec 16, 2024 TIABC’s Voice of Tourism Episode 31 - Ellen Walker-Matthews
    • Dec 16, 2024 BC Tourism Climate Resiliency Initiative Micro Grant Program
    • Dec 13, 2024 BC Tourism Industry Conference Award Nomination Open Until January 8
    • Dec 13, 2024 Early Bird Pricing Available for BC Tourism Industry Conference 2025
    • Dec 12, 2024 UN Tourism Finds Travel Spending Growing Faster Than Arrivals
    • Dec 10, 2024 DBC Learning Centre
    • Dec 10, 2024 BCTCRI Micro-Grant Program Intake Information Session
    • Dec 10, 2024 Working Effectively with Indigenous Peoples Workshop
    • Dec 9, 2024 Winter 2024 TOTA Media Newsletter
    • Dec 9, 2024 CRA GST/HST Information Session
  • November 2024 7
    • Nov 28, 2024 Inter-Community Transportation Study
    • Nov 28, 2024 TOTA Team Attends the BRC 2024 Building Resilient Communities Conference
    • Nov 27, 2024 The “Spark” Mentorship and Grants Program Brings Innovative Ideas to Boundary Country
    • Nov 26, 2024 ITBC Leads the Development of a BC First Nations-led Tourism Destination Fund
    • Nov 18, 2024 Surfrider Bye Bye Mini Bottles Campaign
    • Nov 12, 2024 Energy Conservation and Management Workshop for South Okanagan Hotels and Businesses
    • Nov 12, 2024 Predator Ridge Resort is now Biosphere Certified
  • October 2024 9
    • Oct 30, 2024 TOTA 2024 AGM & Announcement of Board Directors
    • Oct 21, 2024 Wellness Travel BC Creates Online Wellness Travel Directory
    • Oct 18, 2024 Take the go2HR Employer Survey
    • Oct 18, 2024 Tourism Kelowna Destination Video Wins Cannes International Media & TV Award
    • Oct 11, 2024 Register for BCTCRI’s 5th Workshop: Decarbonization and Climate Action
    • Oct 8, 2024 Destination Canada Launches Interactive Incentive Map
    • Oct 8, 2024 Read the Destination Canada Sustainability Storybook
    • Oct 8, 2024 Thompson Okanagan Featured in the National Climate League 2023 Report
    • Oct 7, 2024 The Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association Is Biosphere Certified
  • September 2024 12
    • Sep 27, 2024 Board Director Election Voting Begins October 1, 2024
    • Sep 26, 2024 Spring 2024 Beverage Industry Training Program Summary
    • Sep 24, 2024 Get Involved: Help Shape the Future of the TNRD Parks and Trails System
    • Sep 20, 2024 Local Escapes: Similkameen Valley
    • Sep 16, 2024 Emergency Management and Climate Readiness Showcasing Grand Forks Recovery From 2018 Floods
    • Sep 16, 2024 Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission Business and Workforce Survey
    • Sep 13, 2024 Funding Opportunities Available
    • Sep 13, 2024 ETSI-BC Fall 2024 Funding Intake
    • Sep 10, 2024 BCTCRI: Project One Fall Application Intake is Now Open
    • Sep 5, 2024 Tourism Kamloops Launches New Website & Brand Refresh
    • Sep 4, 2024 Working Effectively with Indigenous Peoples® Workshop
    • Sep 3, 2024 Rural Economic Diversification and Infrastructure Program (REDIP) Grant Intake Now Open
  • August 2024 15
    • Aug 30, 2024 AGM & Board Director Call for Nominations
    • Aug 28, 2024 Job Opportunity: Marketing Manager - Travel Penticton
    • Aug 26, 2024 OUT for Business (OFB) Mentorship Program
    • Aug 26, 2024 TOTA’s Corporate Carbon Inventory & Thompson Okanagan’s Destination Carbon Inventory
    • Aug 22, 2024 Help Steer the Future of Transportation in the Thompson Okanagan with Inter-Community Transportation Survey
    • Aug 20, 2024 New Biosphere Commitment Program Member: Sovereign Lake Nordic Club
    • Aug 20, 2024 New Biosphere Commitment Program Member: Lakeside Eco-Sports
    • Aug 19, 2024 Tourism Marketing Committee: Call for Applications 2025-2027 Term
    • Aug 15, 2024 BC Wildlife Park in Kamloops “Conservation Minutes” YouTube Series on Fire Prevention
    • Aug 14, 2024 Destination BC Tourism Digital Academy Registration Opens
    • Aug 12, 2024 Thompson Okanagan Launches the “Travel Now to the Thompson Okanagan On Us” Campaign
    • Aug 12, 2024 New Accessible Viewing Platform at Helmcken Falls
    • Aug 12, 2024 Cultural Competency Training
    • Aug 8, 2024 Registration for BCTCRI Project 4 is Now Open - Climate Resilience and Indigenous Knowledge
    • Aug 6, 2024 Indigenous Tourism BC Job Opportunity: Indigenous Tourism Specialists
  • July 2024 18
    • Jul 30, 2024 New Flight Routes Coming to Kelowna International Airport
    • Jul 30, 2024 Accommodation Plastic Use and Reduction Survey
    • Jul 26, 2024 Working with the Travel Trade: Six-Part Tutorial Video Series
    • Jul 26, 2024 Relief for BC wineries 2024 vintage
    • Jul 26, 2024 The Amazing Race Canada heads to the South Okanagan
    • Jul 26, 2024 WestJet announces new flights from Seattle to Kelowna
    • Jul 26, 2024 Jasper Employees Seeking Work & Staff Accommodation
    • Jul 24, 2024 Destination BC’s Tourism Industry Webinar
    • Jul 19, 2024 BC Rivers Day Micro-Grants Funding Opportunity from ORCBC
    • Jul 19, 2024 Review and Provide Feedback to the New DriveBC Website
    • Jul 19, 2024 BC Wine Industry Celebrates Direct to Consumer Shipping to Alberta
    • Jul 12, 2024 Energy-Saving Support for Small Businesses
    • Jul 9, 2024 New Biosphere Commitment Program Member: Caravan Farm Theatre
    • Jul 9, 2024 TOTA is now a member of the Outdoor Recreation Council of BC
    • Jul 3, 2024 Call for Tourism Companies - ESG Framework for Tourism Businesses
    • Jul 3, 2024 Tourism Digital Marketing Essentials course is now open for enrollment
    • Jul 2, 2024 I-CEDAR program registration is open for new, existing, or ready-to launch Indigenous business ventures
    • Jul 2, 2024 TOTA Awarded North America's Responsible Tourism Award 2024
  • June 2024 20
    • Jun 28, 2024 TIABC's One Minute Monitor (OMM)
    • Jun 28, 2024 Osoyoos Tourism Master Plan to Focus on Benefits to Residents, Environment, and Business
    • Jun 27, 2024 BC Workplace Accessibility Standards: Business and Industry associations virtual feedback session on July 4
    • Jun 26, 2024 New Biosphere Commitment Program Member: Haywire Winery
    • Jun 25, 2024 Okanagan College breaks ground on new centre for food, wine, and tourism
    • Jun 21, 2024 Indigenous Tourism BC Cultural Safety: Free Online Training Sessions on June 25 & 26
    • Jun 20, 2024 Outdoor Recreation BC Guidance Toolkit for Engagement with Indigenous Communities
    • Jun 20, 2024 Thompson Okanagan featured in Outlook Travel Magazine
    • Jun 19, 2024 WORTH Seeking Candidates for 2024 Board of Directors by June 30
    • Jun 19, 2024 2024 Summer Travel Outlook for Canadian Destinations | Deloitte Report
    • Jun 17, 2024 Destination Development Case Studies
    • Jun 14, 2024 Water Conservation Toolkit
    • Jun 14, 2024 Partnership Opportunities: 2024-25 Resident Perceptions of Tourism Research Survey
    • Jun 13, 2024 Trails and Outdoor Recreation in BC - 2024 Ipsos Poll Results
    • Jun 12, 2024 New Supports for People Evacuated Due to Emergencies
    • Jun 11, 2024 New Biosphere Commitment Program Member: Kelowna Yacht Club
    • Jun 11, 2024 BetterTable Shortcast with Ellen Walker-Matthews
    • Jun 5, 2024 New Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Online Courses by go2HR
    • Jun 5, 2024 People invited to test drive the next DriveBC website
    • Jun 1, 2024 TOTA is now Rainbow Registered
  • May 2024 23
    • May 29, 2024 New Biosphere Commitment Program Member: BC Wildlife Park
    • May 27, 2024 Managing Crisis Communications | BC Hotel Association Education Series in June
    • May 26, 2024 Destination BC Micro-Grant Opportunity - Applications Open May 13-31, 2024
    • May 23, 2024 Destination BC & Wine Growers BC Experiences: Sip, Smile, and Stay Awhile
    • May 23, 2024 Wine Growers BC 2025 Operational Plan
    • May 23, 2024 Destination Canada Announces New Tourism Strategy
    • May 21, 2024 Last chance: Register for TOTA Golf Tournament and enter win great prizes
    • May 17, 2024 Watercraft transportation legal requirements to prevent invasive species, effective May 17, 2024
    • May 17, 2024 Erik Fisher Appointed as New CEO of Tourism Kamloops
    • May 17, 2024 Township 7 Winery launches Annual Support, Ship & Sip campaign to support industry members in need
    • May 15, 2024 New Biosphere Commitment Program Member: Prestige Beach House Kelowna
    • May 14, 2024 New Biosphere Commitment Program Member: Summerland Waterfront Resort & Spa
    • May 13, 2024 Register for the TOTA Golf Tournament & enter for chance to win 2 Air Canada Round-Trip Tickets
    • May 13, 2024 Wells Gray Tours Donates $50,000 to BC Parks Foundation, for expansion of Okanagan Lake Provincial Park
    • May 13, 2024 St. Jude's Anglican Church in Greenwood Destroyed by Fire
    • May 10, 2024 Predator Ridge Announces Ritz-Carlton Residences
    • May 10, 2024 New Biosphere Commitment Program Member: Baldy Mountain Resort
    • May 9, 2024 New Biosphere Commitment Program Member: Destination Osoyoos
    • May 9, 2024 Destination BC Co-op Tourism Marketing Partnerships and Thompson Okanagan Travel Resources
    • May 6, 2024 Emergency Preparedness Week Resources (May 5-11, 2024)
    • May 2, 2024 BC Hotel Association Announces Launch of Emergency Management Central Booking Portal
    • May 2, 2024 Commit to Workplace Safety for National Safety & Health Week
    • May 1, 2024 Destination Events Support Fund by Tourism Kamloops
  • April 2024 20
    • Apr 30, 2024 Pacific Coastal Airlines Expands Service Between Vancouver and Penticton for Spring and Summer 2024
    • Apr 26, 2024 Securing Small Business Rebate Now Open (until funds are expended, or January 2025)
    • Apr 26, 2024 Online Auction Benefitting Care Camps Foundation | Donate by May 10, place bids by May 20
    • Apr 26, 2024 Sustainable Tourism Course by eLearningU
    • Apr 26, 2024 2023 Resident Perceptions of BC's Tourism Industry Report by Destination BC
    • Apr 26, 2024 Noble Ridge Vineyard & Winery Becomes First Biosphere Certified Winery in the Thompson Okanagan
    • Apr 25, 2024 TOTA Golf Tournament Sponsors and Prizes | Join us May 30, 2024 in Kamloops
    • Apr 25, 2024 GreenStep EcoFund Verified Program Assists TOTA Stakeholders to Reduce the Costs of Switching to RNG
    • Apr 22, 2024 Country Music Awards Week to be Hosted in Kelowna September 2025
    • Apr 19, 2024 New Biosphere Commitment Program Member: Watermark Beach Resort
    • Apr 18, 2024 BC Fairs Learning Exchange
    • Apr 17, 2024 Promote Your Business at the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Inspiration Centre - 2024 Season
    • Apr 15, 2024 BC Wine Month - Here's how to get involved, including free online certification
    • Apr 15, 2024 go2HR New Safety Basics Health & Safety Orientation Training (Free)
    • Apr 15, 2024 New Policy Will Help BC Liquor Manufacturers Enhance Visitor Experiences
    • Apr 10, 2024 Information Communication Technologies at Hotels Symposium: A Route to Sustainable Development event on April 15 in Kamloops and Online
    • Apr 9, 2024 Thompson Rivers University (TRU) and TOTA partner to benefit students in TRU’s tourism management program and support the TRU Tourism Innovation Lab
    • Apr 8, 2024 Up Fore Some Fun? Register for TOTA Golf Tournament, May 30, 2024 in Kamloops
    • Apr 4, 2024 New Biosphere Commitment Program Member: Sharpe Distillery
    • Apr 3, 2024 Reintroducing the Biosphere Commitment Program
  • March 2024 2
    • Mar 18, 2024 TOTA Team Represents the Thompson Okanagan Region at the Explore BC
    • Mar 7, 2024 TOTA Golf Tournament Save the Date & Call for Sponsors
  • February 2024 10
    • Feb 27, 2024 Tourism Outlook Survey 2024
    • Feb 21, 2024 Register for 2SLGBTQI+ Diversity & Inclusion Online Training for Tourism on March 1
    • Feb 21, 2024 Vote TOTA for North America's Responsible Tourism Award 2024 | Voting Closes April 7
    • Feb 21, 2024 Risk of Invasive Mussels to Okanagan Lakes & Waterways
    • Feb 13, 2024 TOTA Team Represents the Thompson Okanagan Region at the International Media Marketplace (IMM)
    • Feb 13, 2024 TOTA Team Represents the Region at CITAP+
    • Feb 8, 2024 New Hotel and Parkade Coming to Kelowna
    • Feb 7, 2024 Ski the Thompson Okanagan Press Release
    • Feb 7, 2024 Applications open for Fairs, Festivals and Events Fund | Apply by February 25, 2024
    • Feb 2, 2024 Call for insights to support SFU study on advancing tourism resilience through big data and smart destination practices
  • January 2024 6
    • Jan 24, 2024 Pacific Coastal Airlines Adds Additional Flights to the Thompson Okanagan
    • Jan 24, 2024 Share Your Insights to Enhance Resilience Planning Using Big Data
    • Jan 23, 2024 New Grant and Mentorship Program to "Spark" Innovative Tourism Ideas Along Rainforest to Rockies Iconic Route | Apply by March 1
    • Jan 16, 2024 New Business Supports for Tourism Climate-Readiness: BC Tourism Climate Resiliency Initiative (BCTCRI)
    • Jan 9, 2024 New TOTA Visitors Campaign Focuses on Extended Stay and Transformative Experiences
    • Jan 9, 2024 Meet the Team: Harshit Srivastava, Thompson Okanagan Tourism Energy Analyst
  • December 2023 5
    • Dec 15, 2023 Destination BC Launches First Iconic Brand, Rainforest to Rockies
    • Dec 7, 2023 Free Food Waste Prevention Online Training Certificate by BetterTable.ca
    • Dec 6, 2023 United Nations Sustainable Tourism Observatory Global Meeting
    • Dec 5, 2023 Quality Inn and Suites Vernon Becomes First Biosphere Certified Hotel in the Thompson Okanagan
    • Dec 4, 2023 Memorial Scholarship & Support for Thompson Rivers University Students Involved in Fatal Crash
  • November 2023 7
    • Nov 29, 2023 Kelowna Now Live Interview With TOTA CEO Ellen Walker-Matthews
    • Nov 27, 2023 Apply for Tourism Growth Program: Funding up to $250,000 | Info Sessions on December 6 & 7
    • Nov 22, 2023 New Highway 3 Trip Planning Website
    • Nov 20, 2023 Okanagan Crush Pad Switches to 100% Renewable Natural Gas
    • Nov 15, 2023 Recovery Campaign to Encourage Travel to the Thompson Okanagan Region and BC
    • Nov 6, 2023 Recap of the Thompson Okanagan Tourism AGM & Summit 2023
    • Nov 2, 2023 Thompson Okanagan Showcased at GoMedia Canada
  • October 2023 5
    • Oct 25, 2023 TOTA 2023 AGM & Board Directors
    • Oct 16, 2023 Applications Open for B.C. Employer Training Grant (ETG) Until March 2024
    • Oct 16, 2023 Vote TOTA for World's Responsible Tourism Award 2023 by November 17
    • Oct 16, 2023 Share your input on new provincial disaster financial assistance regulations
    • Oct 4, 2023 Boost Profit with a 3-Day Food Efficiency Audit and Enter for a Chance to Win $10,000
  • September 2023 6
    • Sep 30, 2023 National Day for Truth & Reconciliation
    • Sep 22, 2023 Work Towards Climate Action Goals by Switching to RNG & Enter to Win a Two-night Stay at Garnet Valley Ranch Winery
    • Sep 21, 2023 TOTA Marketing Team Showcased Thompson Okanagan at Travel Classics West Conference
    • Sep 8, 2023 Tourism Businesses Offering Travel Solutions Around the Hwy 97 Slide
    • Sep 8, 2023 Travel Order Impact Survey
    • Sep 6, 2023 Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association and Okanagan College Announce Fall Intake for Fully Funded Virtual Hospitality Certificate Program
  • August 2023 5
    • Aug 24, 2023 Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association Ready to Welcome Visitors Back After Travel Order Lifted
    • Aug 23, 2023 Travel Restrictions Order Lifted for Most of Thompson Okanagan
    • Aug 22, 2023 Advocacy Update: Accommodation Travel Restrictions
    • Aug 19, 2023 Provincial Order: Accommodation Travel Restrictions for Southern Interior Areas
    • Aug 19, 2023 Urgent Advisory Thompson Okanagan Wildfire Update
  • July 2023 1
    • Jul 5, 2023 BCRTS Statement on Regional Emergency Communications
  • June 2023 4
    • Jun 27, 2023 Industry Shout Out & Enter to Win: Moon Curser Vineyards Celebrates 20 Years
    • Jun 27, 2023 BC Wildlife Park's Commitment to Access and Inclusion Continues with Fundraising for Playground Upgrades
    • Jun 6, 2023 Community Spotlight: Village of Valemount
    • Jun 6, 2023 New Biosphere Commitment Member: Song Sparrow Hall
  • May 2023 3
    • May 8, 2023 TOTA Industry Communications Survey Feedback
    • May 4, 2023 Proactive Crisis Communications Support to Communities Around the Province
    • May 3, 2023 Thompson Okanagan Receives $7.9M in Funding for Tourism Projects
  • April 2023 2
    • Apr 18, 2023 Thompson Okanagan Tourism Climate Action Plan Provides Guidance for Sustainable Development for Regional Businesses and Communities
    • Apr 17, 2023 Bat Resource for Okanagan Accommodators
  • March 2023 6
    • Mar 31, 2023 Thompson Okanagan Wage Survey by go2HR | Submit by April 14, 2023
    • Mar 20, 2023 Community Well-Being Survey Launches to All Residents of BC on International Happiness Day
    • Mar 17, 2023 New 3D Virtual Tours Highlight Accessible Features at Tourism Venues in the Thompson Okanagan
    • Mar 7, 2023 Industry Communications Survey: Share Your Feedback and Enter to Win a SilverStar Mountain Resort Getaway by Friday, March 31
    • Mar 6, 2023 Introducing the BC Tourism Sustainability Network (BCTSN), a Support Program to Incorporate Sustainability Practices into Business Operations and Marketing
    • Mar 2, 2023 Recap of the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Summit: Biospherology Master Class
  • January 2023 2
    • Jan 16, 2023 Thompson Okanagan’s 7 Celebrations Events Reconnects Five Regions through Spring 2023 | Boundary, North and South Okanagan, North Thompson and Gold Country all Play Host to Festivals
    • Jan 9, 2023 Free Sustainable Tourism Training Program by the Tourism Industry Association of Canada
  • December 2022 4
    • Dec 12, 2022 Thompson Okanagan Communities Receive Over $5.5 million in Funding from PacifiCan to Revitalize Public Spaces and Enhance Tourism Experiences
    • Dec 12, 2022 New Biosphere Committed Company: Travel Penticton
    • Dec 2, 2022 Thompson Nicola Entrepreneurs Awarded Grants and Mentorships to Help Spark New Tourism Ideas
    • Dec 1, 2022 Partnership Helping to Fill Staffing Gaps in Hospitality and Tourism Industry
  • November 2022 4
    • Nov 18, 2022 7 Celebrations Thompson Okanagan Event Sponsorship Opportunities | Express interest by Friday, November 25
    • Nov 15, 2022 Winery & Cidery Sustainability Research Project | Get Involved by November 22, 2022
    • Nov 14, 2022 Thompson Okanagan Tourism Industry Sustainability Survey | Closes December 2
    • Nov 1, 2022 Thompson Okanagan Organic Waste Survey | Share Feedback by November 18
  • October 2022 4
    • Oct 31, 2022 Hospitality and Viticulture Employee Training and Seasonal Accommodation Program with Naramata Centre Society
    • Oct 28, 2022 TOTA to Host "7 Celebrations" Series of Themed Local Festivals to Reconnect in the Thompson Okanagan
    • Oct 20, 2022 Thompson Okanagan Part of International Network of Observatories Guiding Shift Towards More Sustainable and Resilient Tourism
    • Oct 4, 2022 Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association Supports Women of Recreation, Tourism, and Hospitality through Sponsorship of Empower Her Event by WORTH Association
  • September 2022 2
    • Sep 27, 2022 New Program Aims to "Spark" Innovative Tourism Ideas in Thompson Nicola
    • Sep 23, 2022 New Biosphere Member: Little Straw Vineyards
  • August 2022 18
    • Aug 17, 2022 Free Tourism Digital Academy
    • Aug 17, 2022 Talent MATCH Seeking Insight Survey | Complete by August 26, 2022
    • Aug 17, 2022 A Place Where They Belong: The Rise of the Okanagan’s Indian-Owned Wineries
    • Aug 15, 2022 Q&A: Destination Canada’s Gracen Chungath on The Future of Regenerative Tourism in Canada
    • Aug 12, 2022 Tackling Food Waste: Sustainable Solutions That Will Improve Your Bottom Line 
    • Aug 12, 2022 Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada Annual Update 2022
    • Aug 12, 2022 Tourism Kamloops Launches New Incentive Program
    • Aug 12, 2022 ITBC Seeks Tourism and Business Development Experts to Work with Indigenous Tourism Businesses in BC
    • Aug 11, 2022 THRIVE Global Impact Challenge 2022 for Innovative Startups | Apply by August 26, 2022
    • Aug 11, 2022 Join TOTA at the CRIS Adaptive Amazing Race August 23-24 to Raise Funds for Improving Accessible Outdoor Recreation in the Okanagan
    • Aug 11, 2022 Free Advisory & Education Services from Small Business BC, funded by Destination BC
    • Aug 9, 2022 Industry Outlines Recommendations for Federal Tourism Growth Strategy
    • Aug 9, 2022 New Training Program Empowers People to Address Racism | Apply by August 11, 2022
    • Aug 9, 2022 ITAC Launches Original Original Accreditation Program
    • Aug 9, 2022 Survey | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
    • Aug 5, 2022 Keremeos Creek Wildfire Impacting Parts of Okanagan-Similkameen
    • Aug 4, 2022 Glohaven Community Hub Seeking Investors
    • Aug 2, 2022 TED@Destination Canada | Apply by August 14, 2022
  • July 2022 38
    • Jul 29, 2022 go2HR Announces Six Regional HR Consultants to Support BC Tourism Labour Recovery
    • Jul 29, 2022 Emergency Evacuation Planning for Your Workplace
    • Jul 29, 2022 Province Seeks Nominees for Medal of Good Citizenship | Apply by Sept 6
    • Jul 29, 2022 Canadian Red Cross Support to Small Businesses and Not-for-Profits Program | Apply by September 30, 2022
    • Jul 29, 2022 Federal Wine Sector Support Program | Program Ends March 31, 2024
    • Jul 28, 2022 BC Fairs Launches Buy BC Agriculture Trivia Contest
    • Jul 28, 2022 Province of B.C. Launches E-Transfer for Evacuees
    • Jul 28, 2022 New Funding Supports Farmers, Takes Action on Climate Resiliency | Apply by August 10, 2022
    • Jul 27, 2022 Request for Proposals: Patio Furniture Designed by Local Carpenters/Woodworkers/Artists | Deadline: August 12
    • Jul 27, 2022 Destination Canada Releases Tourism Outlook Findings From Spring 2022
    • Jul 27, 2022 Free Digital Marketing Bootcamp Available for B.C. Businesses
    • Jul 26, 2022 Monte Creek Winery Is Raising Awareness And Funds To Support Badgers For July
    • Jul 25, 2022 PrepareBC Heat Wave and Wildfire Resources
    • Jul 21, 2022 Communities Benefit from Emergency Operations Centre Funding
    • Jul 21, 2022 Okanagan Crush Pad in Summerland Becomes First in Canada to Join International Wineries for Climate Action
    • Jul 21, 2022 Share Feedback on the BC 2030 Olympic Bid
    • Jul 20, 2022 Become a Hipcamp Host
    • Jul 19, 2022 Possible Heat Warning for Southwest and Central Interior B.C.: July 22-27
    • Jul 19, 2022 Vancouver Foundation Recovery and Resiliency Fund | Apply by September 30 
    • Jul 18, 2022 TOTA Board Election: Early Call for Nominations
    • Jul 15, 2022 Tourism Growth Strategy Survey | Share Feedback by August 3
    • Jul 15, 2022 Workplace C.A.R.E Certificate
    • Jul 15, 2022 Projections of Tourism Employment Demand
    • Jul 14, 2022 BC SPCA Reminds Pet Guardians about Dangers of Leaving Animals in Hot Cars
    • Jul 14, 2022 Legal Considerations When Developing a Work From Home Policy
    • Jul 14, 2022 BCRTS COVID-19 Tourism Impact Survey Final Report
    • Jul 14, 2022 The Airbnb OMG! Fund | Apply by July 22, 2022
    • Jul 13, 2022 TOTA Access & Inclusion Liaison Tour of Boundary Country
    • Jul 11, 2022 Sustainable Companies in the Thompson Okanagan Now Listed in Biosphere Search Engine of Sustainable Consumer Choices
    • Jul 11, 2022 Okanagan Valley Nominated for 10Best Readers' Choice Travel Awards | Vote by July 18
    • Jul 8, 2022 Promote Safe Travel this Summer
    • Jul 8, 2022 Emergency Preparedness Resources
    • Jul 7, 2022 Universal Design Washroom Renovation at Thompson Okanagan Tourism Inspiration Centre
    • Jul 7, 2022 Electric Vehicle Charger Rebates for British Columbians
    • Jul 7, 2022 Host an Event at the Indigenous Artisan’s Trail (IArT) Venue near Peachland
    • Jul 6, 2022 Bridge to Culinary Arts Program
    • Jul 5, 2022 Border Restrictions to Enter Canada Extended to Sept. 30
    • Jul 5, 2022 Watch Recording of Destination Canada’s Annual Public Meeting
  • June 2022 51
    • Jun 30, 2022 Harbour Air Announces Summer Flights from Vancouver to Eldorado Resort Marina
    • Jun 30, 2022 Pour More BC Program
    • Jun 30, 2022 B.C. Wine Industry Welcomes Six New Sub-Geographical Indicators
    • Jun 29, 2022 Monte Creek Winery Invests 10 Million Dollars
    • Jun 28, 2022 BCHA Participates in Fully Funded Hotel Operations Services Skills Training Project
    • Jun 27, 2022 Register in TOTA's Emergency Contact Database
    • Jun 27, 2022 Donate to the Lytton Rebuild Fund
    • Jun 27, 2022 Claim Your Sustainable Life App™ Listing
    • Jun 27, 2022 Energy Efficiency Tips: About Renewable Natural Gas (RNG)
    • Jun 27, 2022 Destination Canada Corporate Strategy: Canada’s Tourism Renaissance
    • Jun 24, 2022 Staying Safe During High Temperatures
    • Jun 24, 2022 Business Tips on Welcoming 2SLGBTQIA+ Travellers from Tourism Kelowna
    • Jun 24, 2022 Find BC Indigenous Businesses with the ITBC Trip Planner App
    • Jun 24, 2022 11 Travel Terms & Hospitality Industry Trends You Should Know About
    • Jun 24, 2022 B.C. Strengthens Actions to Prepare for Climate Change with New Strategy
    • Jun 23, 2022 Notice to Take Pre-Cautions Due to Okanagan Lake High Water Levels and Mission Creek Flooding
    • Jun 22, 2022 Big White Ski Resort VP Michael J. Ballingall Honoured with Bill Mackey Award for Outstanding Ski Industry Employee from Far West Ski Association
    • Jun 21, 2022 P.E.A. (People. Environment. Achievement.) Awards | Submit Nomination by August 31, 2022
    • Jun 21, 2022 UNWTO Awake Tourism Challenge & Startup Support Program to Accelerate Sustainability
    • Jun 20, 2022 Permanent Repairs Begin Soon to Coquihalla and Highway 1
    • Jun 20, 2022 Tourism Growth Strategy Survey for Tourism Operator Priorities
    • Jun 20, 2022 New Ipsos Survey Confirms Importance of Trails and Outdoor Recreation to British Columbians
    • Jun 20, 2022 Vaccine Mandates for Domestic Travellers, Transportation Workers & Federal Employees Suspended as of June 20, 2022
    • Jun 20, 2022 SURVEY | BC 2030 Olympic & Paralympic Feasibility Team
    • Jun 20, 2022 TIABC Releases Highway Signage Policy
    • Jun 20, 2022 Canada's Air Traffic Doubled in May
    • Jun 20, 2022 go2HR Regional Workforce Profiles
    • Jun 20, 2022 Government Launches Preparedness Plan for Heat Events, Heat Alert (BC HARS)
    • Jun 20, 2022 Funding to Reduce Community Wildfire Risks, Enhance Forest Health
    • Jun 20, 2022 Boating BC Excuses Don't Float Campaign
    • Jun 20, 2022 British Columbians Invited to Share 2023 Budget Priorities by June 24
    • Jun 20, 2022 New Federal Tourism Growth Strategy Feedback | Deadline: July 20, 2022
    • Jun 20, 2022 Post a Job on the go2HR Job Board
    • Jun 20, 2022 Energy Efficiency Tips: About Heat Pumps
    • Jun 20, 2022 ITAC Launches Updated Canadian Pow Wow Website
    • Jun 13, 2022 Resources for Indigenous History Month & Indigenous Peoples Day 2022
    • Jun 13, 2022 Resources for Canada Pride Season (June to September)
    • Jun 13, 2022 Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail Fundraising to Connect Sicamous & Armstrong for 2023
    • Jun 13, 2022 Random COVID-19 Testing at Canadian Airports for Vaccinated Travellers Dropped
    • Jun 13, 2022 Travel by Canadians Continues to be Limited Since Pandemic
    • Jun 13, 2022 Donate to Support Lytton Recovery
    • Jun 13, 2022 National Unemployment Rate Dips to 5.1% - Women Lead Job Growth
    • Jun 13, 2022 Online Auction Open Until June 15 In Support of WORTH Mentorship Program
    • Jun 13, 2022 UNWTO Gender-inclusive Strategy for Tourism Businesses
    • Jun 13, 2022 Free Cyber Security Certification through Government of Canada
    • Jun 13, 2022 Destination Canada Key Market Highlights 2022
    • Jun 9, 2022 Thompson Okanagan Tourism Board of Directors Working On Moving Tourism Forward
    • Jun 6, 2022 Andrew Peller Exploring Viticulture Potential of Tranquille Farmland in Kamloops
    • Jun 6, 2022 AccessibleBC Plan Removes Barriers
    • Jun 2, 2022 B.C. Minimum Wage Increased as of June 1
    • Jun 2, 2022 COVID Border Measures to Remain in Place at Least Another Month
  • May 2022 58
    • May 30, 2022 National AccessAbility Week & Accessibility Ambassadors in the Okanagan
    • May 29, 2022 Happy Tourism Week | May 29 – June 4, 2022
    • May 26, 2022 Canadian RVing and Camping Week & Camper's Code Pledge
    • May 26, 2022 BC Tourism & Hospitality Labour Market Information (LMI) Research Project & Report | go2HR
    • May 26, 2022 Tips for Working with Travel Media, Influencers, and Content Creators | Tourism Kelowna
    • May 26, 2022 The Quarterly Pour Summer 2022
    • May 24, 2022 Complimentary Access to go2HR SuperHost® Courses through Tourism Resiliency Program
    • May 24, 2022 go2HR / CMHA Free Workplace Learning Coaches Now Available
    • May 24, 2022 Watch Recording of Summer Accommodation Industry Outlook Panel | BCHA
    • May 23, 2022 Ongoing Backcountry Road Closures in the Thompson Okanagan to Protect Wildlife, Environment
    • May 23, 2022 Free Training Courses from the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety | go2HR
    • May 23, 2022 New Worker Health & Safety Orientation Checklist | go2HR
    • May 23, 2022 Survey on Luxury Boat Tax Impacts | Share Feedback by June 30
    • May 23, 2022 Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Rebates for British Columbians
    • May 23, 2022 Guide for Developing Tourism & Media Relationships in Indigenous Communities | Indigenous Tourism BC
    • May 23, 2022 Register for Self-Guided Tourism Digital Academy by Destination BC
    • May 20, 2022 South Okanagan Food & Drink Experience Development Program Event: Tasting the Okanagan Through the Ages
    • May 20, 2022 Government of Canada Launches Consultation Period for Renewal of Federal Tourism Growth Strategy  | Share Feedback by July 20
    • May 19, 2022 go2HR Resources to Enhance Workplace Health and Safety Culture
    • May 19, 2022 Small Business BC: Business Education Live Webinars & Self-Directed e-Courses
    • May 19, 2022 Food Tourism 101 Guide | Culinary Tourism Alliance
    • May 19, 2022 BC Wine Industry Recognition Awards Nomination | Submit by May 31
    • May 19, 2022 Tips for Onboarding New Staff | go2HR
    • May 18, 2022 Recap of IMPACT Sustainable Tourism Conference 2022
    • May 18, 2022 Job Opportunity: TOTA Communications Coordinator (Summer Intern Program) | Apply by June 17
    • May 17, 2022 Reminder: Green Wine Future Virtual Conference, May 23-26
    • May 17, 2022 Fundraiser for Lytton by Fort Berens Estate Winery
    • May 17, 2022 Get a Free Listing on Canada's Garden Route & Directory
    • May 17, 2022 Showcase Your Travel Package on Destination Canada Portal
    • May 17, 2022 Nominate a Company for TIAC Canadian Tourism Awards 2022 | Submissions Close July 31
    • May 17, 2022 Wines of BC Quarterly Report - Jan - March 2022
    • May 17, 2022 Discover Naramata Brand Launches "Small Town, Big Mood"
    • May 17, 2022 "Do the Shu" New Shuswap Destination Website
    • May 17, 2022 Tourism Week in Canada - May 29 - Jun 4, 2022
    • May 17, 2022 Employer Toolkit: Attract and Integrate Internationally Trained Employees in South Okanagan Similkameen
    • May 9, 2022 Employer Toolkit: Sustaining the Black Lives Matter Movement in the Workplace
    • May 9, 2022 Ski Industry recognizes industry contributions including Helen Davies, Sun Peaks Resort and Debbie Muirhead, Inter-Mtn Testing and Inter-Mtn Enterprises Inc. (Kelowna)
    • May 9, 2022 First Nations, communities benefit from Emergency Preparedness Fund
    • May 9, 2022 Training & Wage Subsidies for Environmental Jobs | ECO Canada
    • May 6, 2022 New Tourism Emergency Management Framework to Guide Industry During Crises
    • May 6, 2022 Toolkit for Developing a Diversity and Inclusion Strategy
    • May 6, 2022 The 50 – 30 Challenge: Your Diversity Advantage - Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
    • May 6, 2022 DKA Nets Top Honors at Best In The West Awards
    • May 6, 2022 New Air Canada Flights to Vancouver Airport from Brisbane & Quebec City
    • May 6, 2022 Big White Ski Resort Raises Over $8K For Local Ukraine Charity
    • May 6, 2022 Swoop Expanding Service to Kelowna
    • May 6, 2022 New Report Tracks Americans’ Perception and Demand for Travel to Canada
    • May 6, 2022 Survey: Hotel Association of Canada (HAC) Strategic Planning
    • May 6, 2022 Grow Your Business Online with Canada Digital Adoption Program & Grants
    • May 6, 2022 B.C. conducts test of system, expands emergency hazards alert
    • May 6, 2022 Emergency Preparedness Week: May 1-7, 2022
    • May 6, 2022 Tourism Kelowna Awarded Contract for Lake Country Mobile Visitor Services
    • May 6, 2022 BCLCA’s Auction “22” Raising Funds for Care Camps for Children with Cancer Until May 29
    • May 3, 2022 Lynx Air Launches Affordable Air Travel Routes to/from Kelowna
    • May 2, 2022 Have You Added the Accessibility Feature to Your HelloBC Listing?
    • May 2, 2022 Canadian Tourism Labour Market Snapshot - March 2022
    • May 2, 2022 Reminder: Canada Recovery Hiring Program (CRHP) - Apply by May 7
    • May 2, 2022 90% of Consumers Look for Sustainable Options when Booking Travel According to Expedia Research
  • April 2022 65
    • Apr 29, 2022 Destination BC Invest in Iconics Update
    • Apr 29, 2022 Human Resources Industry Toolkit - go2HR
    • Apr 29, 2022 YYF Penticton Airport Upgrade & Visit South Okanagan Posters
    • Apr 29, 2022 Survey | Actions to Reduce Single-Use Waste in BC (close June 21)
    • Apr 29, 2022 go2HR Guide to Employment Help for Ukrainians
    • Apr 29, 2022 Hire Global Tourism Diploma Graduates
    • Apr 29, 2022 Tourism Events Program Applications Open Until May 31
    • Apr 29, 2022 Join 40-day Hospitality Hustle Challenge to Raise Awareness for BC Hospitality Foundation
    • Apr 29, 2022 Bobby Bissessar Wins Spirit of Kelowna Award
    • Apr 29, 2022 BC Economic Development Award Winners Announced
    • Apr 29, 2022 Canadian Tourism Labour Market Snapshot - March 2022
    • Apr 29, 2022 Job Opportunity: Director of Partnerships, Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada
    • Apr 26, 2022 Glohaven Community Hub Partnership With Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada
    • Apr 25, 2022 New Measures to Address Canada’s Labour Shortage
    • Apr 25, 2022 Destination BC and Indigenous Tourism BC Present: Illahee
    • Apr 25, 2022 Government of Canada announces additional easing of border measures effective April 25
    • Apr 25, 2022 SASCU supports the Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail with $50,000
    • Apr 22, 2022 go2HR Seeking Board Nominations by April 29, 2022
    • Apr 22, 2022 Canadian Documentary Sheds Light on Mass Tourism
    • Apr 22, 2022 go2HR Employee Training Programs
    • Apr 22, 2022 New Biosphere Committed Company, Codfather’s Seafood Market
    • Apr 21, 2022 Canada Masking Guidelines for Travel Still in Effect
    • Apr 21, 2022 Flood-Affected Communities Benefit from BC Recovery Funding
    • Apr 21, 2022 Apply for BC Trails Day Community Grant by May 9
    • Apr 21, 2022 Wines of BC Vintage Report - 2021
    • Apr 21, 2022 The Value of Tourism: West Kelowna Spotlight
    • Apr 19, 2022 Invest in our Planet - Earth Day is April 22, 2022
    • Apr 19, 2022 Federal Budget 2022 Highlights
    • Apr 19, 2022 Post a Job on the go2HR Job Board
    • Apr 19, 2022 go2HR Support for Communicable Disease Prevention Plans
    • Apr 19, 2022 Sustainable Energy Tips for Tourism Businesses
    • Apr 14, 2022 Modernized BC Bid Site Open for Registration & Onboarding
    • Apr 14, 2022 ITAC announces 2022-23 Action Plan - Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada
    • Apr 14, 2022 BC Lodging & Campground Survey Reveal Most Bookings Come from Repeat Customers
    • Apr 14, 2022 Special Press Event for the Green Wine Future Conference on April 20, 2022
    • Apr 12, 2022 How to Make Easter More Sustainable
    • Apr 12, 2022 Watch Destination BC 2022 BC Tourism & Hospitality Conference Presentation
    • Apr 11, 2022 Destination BC Tourism Industry Dashboard: Year in Review
    • Apr 11, 2022 What Makes a Website Effective? | Destination BC Learning Centre
    • Apr 11, 2022 B.C. Support for Ukrainian Refugees
    • Apr 11, 2022 BC Extending TESA Authorizations to March 2023
    • Apr 11, 2022 New Actions Strengthen Diversity, Equity in Arts Funding
    • Apr 8, 2022 CanExport SME Program is Now Accepting New Applications
    • Apr 8, 2022 US Lowers Risk Level For Travel To Canada
    • Apr 8, 2022 Cariboo Chilcotin Coast and Kootenay Rockies Tourism Regions earn Biosphere Certified Destination Designation
    • Apr 8, 2022 Get Listed on the Meaningful Map of North America by Tourism Cares
    • Apr 7, 2022 Report on The State of Women’s Entrepreneurship in Canada 2022
    • Apr 7, 2022 BC Proof of Vaccination & COVID Safety Plans Requirements Lifted as of April 8, 2022
    • Apr 7, 2022 Government of Canada announces Workforce Solutions Road Map – further changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program to address labour shortages across Canada
    • Apr 7, 2022 Destination Canada Launches Spring Summer Domestic Campaign
    • Apr 4, 2022 Canada Drops Pre-Arrival COVID-19 Testing For Vaccinated Travelers
    • Apr 4, 2022 Tourism HR Canada | Important Facts & Figures
    • Apr 4, 2022 Province Adjusting Paid Sick Leave Act
    • Apr 4, 2022 Silver Star Resort Association Launches Destination Silver Star
    • Apr 4, 2022 Historic Declaration Action Plan Guides BC Indigenous Reconciliation and UNDRIP Implementation
    • Apr 4, 2022 Newly Launched Destination Canada Marketing Campaigns Capture US and Domestic Opportunities
    • Apr 4, 2022 E-Petition Opposing Escalator Excise Tax on Alcohol
    • Apr 4, 2022 Visit TOTA & go2HR at TRUE Penticton Tourism Expo & Job Fair
    • Apr 4, 2022 Small Business BC Awards Thompson Okanagan Finalists | Attend the Free Virtual Awards Gala on April 28
    • Apr 4, 2022 More Recovery Support Coming for BC's Arts & Culture Sector
    • Apr 4, 2022 Submit Your TESA Application
    • Apr 4, 2022 Job Opportunity: Director of Partnerships, Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada
    • Apr 4, 2022 Jobs for Ukraine: Connect with Ukrainian Refugees Seeking Employment
    • Apr 4, 2022 Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada Releases Third Edition of Nations, an Indigenous Lifestyle Magazine
    • Apr 1, 2022 HeliCat Canada Unveils Unique Carbon Offset Strategy A Wildlife & Environment Research Fund Project
  • March 2022 69
    • Mar 31, 2022 Reminder: Canada Digital Adoption Program Grants & Loans to Improve Your Online Presence
    • Mar 31, 2022 Tourism Leadership Essentials 7-Week Program | Applications Open Until April 8
    • Mar 28, 2022 2022 Big Splash Raffle by Sport Fishing Institute of BC | Early bird: May 20. Grand prize: July 1
    • Mar 28, 2022 Destination BC Restarts International Marketing with $6.7M Global Campaign
    • Mar 28, 2022 Featured Article: Showcasing a Career in the Hospitality Industry
    • Mar 28, 2022 Propel Student Work Placement Program with Wage Subsidy | Apply Now for Summer 2022.
    • Mar 28, 2022 Sample Model Consent Release for Photos & Videos | Destination BC
    • Mar 28, 2022 Safer Spaces: go2HR Free Online Sexual Harassment Workplace Training
    • Mar 28, 2022 go2HR / CMHA Free Workplace Learning Coaches Now Available
    • Mar 28, 2022 Post-Pandemic HR Guide for Employers - Tourism HR Canada
    • Mar 28, 2022 Scholarships from the BC Hospitality Foundation
    • Mar 28, 2022 TIABC Training & Recruitment Opportunity: Send a Letter of Support
    • Mar 28, 2022 Report on Global Recovery of Business Events
    • Mar 28, 2022 Half of Canadians Anxious About the End of COVID-19 Mandates
    • Mar 25, 2022 North America Meaningful Travel Summit in Victoria on September 28-30, 2022 | Tourism Cares
    • Mar 25, 2022 Gender Equity Tourism Business Audit from WORTH Association
    • Mar 25, 2022 Career Fair Season: Tips for Employers from go2HR
    • Mar 25, 2022 Diversity and Inclusion Toolkit for International Student Hires
    • Mar 25, 2022 Recovery and Resiliency Fund: New Support for B.C.’s Non-Profit Sector in June
    • Mar 24, 2022 Rapid tests for people 18+ available at pharmacies
    • Mar 21, 2022 Tourism Hospitality Recovery Fund Survey & Advocacy for Additional Relief Funds
    • Mar 21, 2022 TOTA Launches Community Well-Being Survey on International Day of Happiness
    • Mar 21, 2022 Cast your Votes for B.C.'s Best Small Town | Vote Tuesdays-Fridays, March 15 to April 25
    • Mar 18, 2022 Share Feedback on BC Pandemic Response | Submit by April 20, 2022
    • Mar 18, 2022 New BC Parks Reservations System
    • Mar 18, 2022 BCTHC | In Memoriam Tribute
    • Mar 18, 2022 Take the Digital Maturity Assessment
    • Mar 18, 2022 New UNWTO Guidelines Put Women's Empowerment at Heart of Tourism's Restart
    • Mar 18, 2022 Groundbreaking for Gateway 286 at Former Merritt Rest Stop
    • Mar 18, 2022 Air Canada Expands Flights to New Zealand and Australia
    • Mar 18, 2022 BC Minimum Wage Increasing June 1 to Support Workers & Families
    • Mar 18, 2022 Get Involved with the Women of Recreation, Tourism & Hospitality (WORTH) Association
    • Mar 18, 2022 Destination BC Launches Spring Marketing Campaign in BC & Alberta | Download Partner Toolkit
    • Mar 18, 2022 Top Tips for a Successful Photo or Video Shoot | Destination BC Learning Centre
    • Mar 18, 2022 Adventure Travel Industry Survey | Complete by March 27, 2022
    • Mar 17, 2022 Tourism Digital Academy - Free Destination BC Program | Apply Now for March 28 Start
    • Mar 17, 2022 Tourism Industry Association of Canada Survey on Needs for Recovery | Closes March 28
    • Mar 17, 2022 Signage Request: Invasive Species Signage | Submit by March 31
    • Mar 15, 2022 Important Message from Vivek Sharma
    • Mar 15, 2022 Claim Your bookeco Sustainable Tourism Listing
    • Mar 14, 2022 Post a Job on the go2HR Job Board
    • Mar 14, 2022 How to Make St. Patrick's Day Eco-Friendly
    • Mar 14, 2022 Wines of British Columbia Ambassador Program - Level 1 & 2 Now Available
    • Mar 14, 2022 BC Tourism & Hospitality Award Thompson Okanagan Recipients
    • Mar 14, 2022 B.C. Launches Plan to Revitalize Tourism, Creating Opportunities for People
    • Mar 14, 2022 Service Provider Feature & Discount: Rezgo Booking Platform
    • Mar 11, 2022 British Columbia Tourism Resiliency Network Wins BC Tourism & Hospitality Award for Community Contribution
    • Mar 10, 2022 B.C. Lifting Mask Requirement on March 11, 2022
    • Mar 10, 2022 Survey on Business Names Renewal | Deadline: May 15, 2022
    • Mar 10, 2022 IMPACT Tourism Sustainability Conference | May 8-11, 2022
    • Mar 10, 2022 Rapid Tests for People 60+ at Pharmacies
    • Mar 10, 2022 Driving Female Success | Royal Roads University Survey for Female Executives
    • Mar 10, 2022 Merritt Raising Funds for 3D Home Printer
    • Mar 10, 2022 New Biosphere Member: Olive Us Oils & Vinegar Tasting Room
    • Mar 7, 2022 Free Business Energy Assessment
    • Mar 7, 2022 Entrée Destinations Stories of Canada: B.C. & Thompson Okanagan Itinerary
    • Mar 7, 2022 Temporary Expanded Service Area (TESA) & Winery Sampling Areas
    • Mar 4, 2022 Major Mountain Bike Expansion Set to Open This Summer in Sun Peaks Resort
    • Mar 4, 2022 Measuring Sustainability: The State of the Canadian Tourism Industry | GreenStep Sustainable Tourism
    • Mar 4, 2022 Accessible Employers Guide to Measure Disability Inclusion in Your Workplace
    • Mar 4, 2022 BC Hotel Association InnFocus Magazine Spring 2022 Edition
    • Mar 4, 2022 Ruth Williams Receives Order of British Columbia
    • Mar 3, 2022 Brenda Baptiste Receives Order of British Columbia
    • Mar 3, 2022 Worn or Damaged Highway Signs
    • Mar 3, 2022 Tourism and Hospitality Focused Summer Courses | Okanagan College
    • Mar 3, 2022 Air Canada Expanding Services from YVR
    • Mar 3, 2022 New Biosphere Committed Company, Neuron Mobility
    • Mar 1, 2022 Thompson Okanagan & bookeco Join Forces to Connect People with Eco-Friendly Tourism Providers
    • Mar 1, 2022 Myra Canyon Bicycle Rentals and Tours Welcomes Bamboo Bicycles
  • February 2022 62
    • Feb 28, 2022 Host a Green Wine Future Virtual Expo Booth on May 23 to 26, 2022 | Apply by March 18, 2022
    • Feb 28, 2022 New B.C. Ministers Appointed for Land Stewardship, Municipal Affairs
    • Feb 28, 2022 Government of Canada Support for the Air Transportation Ecosystem in B.C.
    • Feb 28, 2022 REMINDER | Lightened Border Measures Now in Effect
    • Feb 25, 2022 Funding for Intern Programs | Mitacs
    • Feb 25, 2022 Okanagan Rail Trail to Be Completed by Okanagan Indian Band, District of Lake Country, and City of Kelowna
    • Feb 25, 2022 Small Business BC Awards - Vote for Thompson Okanagan Nominees
    • Feb 25, 2022 CleanBC Communities Fund Intake 3 Now Open | Apply by May 25, 2022
    • Feb 25, 2022 Integrating People with Disabilities into the Workplace
    • Feb 25, 2022 Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association Collaborates with Green Wine Future 2022
    • Feb 25, 2022 New BC Tourism Learning Portal from the BC Tourism Resiliency Network
    • Feb 25, 2022 BSAFE™️ Program Updated with Proof of Vaccination Information
    • Feb 24, 2022 PHO Order on Workplace Safety Updated
    • Feb 24, 2022 Student Hiring Resources from ACE-WIL - Association for Co-operative Education and Work-Integrated Learning BC/Yukon
    • Feb 24, 2022 BC Tourism & Hospitality Award Finalists Announced
    • Feb 24, 2022 Updated Destination BC Messaging Guidance on How to Travel in BC This Winter
    • Feb 24, 2022 Budget 2022 Moves Stronger BC Plan Forward
    • Feb 24, 2022 Destination BC Spring Marketing Campaign Seeking Your Travel Offers by March 8
    • Feb 24, 2022 BC Hospitality Foundation Scholarships Now Accepting Applications | Apply by March 31, 2022
    • Feb 24, 2022 Leading Places: The 50 Most Loved Travel Destinations for Canada
    • Feb 24, 2022 New Biosphere Committed Company, Naramata Inn
    • Feb 23, 2022 New Biosphere Committed Company, Howling Moon Craft Cider
    • Feb 23, 2022 B.C. Eased COVID Restrictions on February 16, 2022
    • Feb 21, 2022 New Biosphere Committed Company, Destination Silver Star
    • Feb 17, 2022 BC Tourism & Hospitality Labour Market Recovery Framework
    • Feb 17, 2022 go2HR and CMHA Launch Free Mental Health Skills Online Course
    • Feb 17, 2022 B.C. Labour Market Outlook Report: Strong Demand for Accommodation, Food Services Sector Forecast
    • Feb 17, 2022 B.C. Tourism Business Events, Workforce Support Receive Grants
    • Feb 14, 2022 B.C. Tourism Recovery Initiatives Grants
    • Feb 14, 2022 Hell or High Water BC Disaster Relief Concert & Telethon Fundraiser | March 13, 2022
    • Feb 14, 2022 Update to Provincial Health Orders for Liquor Serving Establishments
    • Feb 14, 2022 Minister Melanie Mark Addresses Tourism Community As Restrictions Ease
    • Feb 11, 2022 BC Parks Additions Strengthen Protection of Wildlife Habitat, Ecosystems
    • Feb 10, 2022 Portal for Federal Subsidies for Period 24 (December 19, 2021, to January 15, 2022)
    • Feb 10, 2022 Alberta & Saskatchewan End Proof of Vaccination Requirement
    • Feb 10, 2022 B.C. Government Lays Out Vision for Post-pandemic Recovery in Throne Speech
    • Feb 10, 2022 Indigenous Tourism BC Launches Corporate Retreats, Experiences Campaign
    • Feb 10, 2022 BC Hotel Association Encourages Accommodation Sector to Source Locally
    • Feb 8, 2022 Largest Solar Power Wall in North America
    • Feb 8, 2022 Free Business Mentorship Sessions with Okanagan College Instructors
    • Feb 7, 2022 Annual Shuswap Trail Alliance Virtual Fundraiser Now Open | Buy Tickets & Place Bids by Feb 20, 2022
    • Feb 7, 2022 More Investments Made in B.C.’s Tourism Infrastructure through CERIP Grants
    • Feb 7, 2022 DBC Launches "Snapshot of BC Travel" Dashboard
    • Feb 7, 2022 The Backcountry Lodges of BC Association "Mountain Escapes" Podcast
    • Feb 7, 2022 TikTok Vs Reels: Everything Hotel Marketers Need to Know
    • Feb 7, 2022 Hotel Footprinting a Free Online Resource for Hotels
    • Feb 4, 2022 Research Study: Access and Equity for LGBTQ2S+ Businesses in Canada
    • Feb 4, 2022 Survey on Tourism Relief Fund
    • Feb 4, 2022 Government of Canada Budget 2022 Questionnaire | Submit by Feb 25, 2022
    • Feb 4, 2022 Planning to Install a Patio This Summer? TESA Applications Expire on June 1, 2022
    • Feb 4, 2022 Download the Canada Business App to Find Government Programs & Services
    • Feb 4, 2022 Revised PHO on Gatherings & Events (January 27, 2022)
    • Feb 4, 2022 February is Black History Month
    • Feb 4, 2022 Paid Sick Leave Survey | Open Until February 10, 2022
    • Feb 4, 2022 Restaurants Canada Positive & Inclusive Workplace Guide
    • Feb 4, 2022 Join a New Working Group to Help Rebuild the Tourism Workforce | Apply by Feb 18, 2022
    • Feb 4, 2022 Free Resources for Sexual Harassment Advice, Response, and Prevention for Workplaces (SHARP Workplaces)
    • Feb 4, 2022 Kal Grad 2022 Globox™ Fundraiser | Raffle Ends March 15, 2022
    • Feb 4, 2022 Reminder: Employer Reimbursement Program for Paid Sick Leave
    • Feb 3, 2022 Vote for Peaks to Prairies EV Charging Station Network by February 8, 2022
    • Feb 3, 2022 Skift Megatrends 2022 Report
    • Feb 2, 2022 Wines of BC Explore App Awarded GOLD in Travel Weekly's Magellan Awards
  • January 2022 73
    • Jan 31, 2022 The Value of Tourism Video Series by TIABC, BCRTS & Destination BC
    • Jan 31, 2022 Global Survey on Perspectives of Service Delivery & Traveller Priorities Report | Tourism HR Canada
    • Jan 31, 2022 Improvements Coming to BC Parks Digital Services | Share Your Feedback
    • Jan 31, 2022 Coalition of Businesses & Sector Associations Express Concern With Province's Sick Pay Program
    • Jan 31, 2022 Buy a BC Parks Licence Plate to Support Park Services
    • Jan 27, 2022 Service Provider: Everything Podcasts
    • Jan 27, 2022 B.C. Vaccine Card Extended, Youth Tournaments to Resume
    • Jan 27, 2022 World Travel Awards™ Call for Travel Excellence
    • Jan 27, 2022 YLW Receives Millions in Federal Funding for Infrastructure Projects & Operations
    • Jan 27, 2022 Welcome to Klippers Organic Acres New Biosphere Committed Company
    • Jan 27, 2022 B.C. COVID-19 Closure Relief Grant | Apply by February 28, 2022
    • Jan 25, 2022 Community Outreach Incentive Program (COIP) Funding Helps Promote Electric Vehicle Uptake In B.C.
    • Jan 24, 2022 2021 Sustainable Project of The Year Award Winner - Monte Creek Winery
    • Jan 24, 2022 Differentiate Your Hotel with Google’s Eco-labels
    • Jan 24, 2022 Canadian Council of Tourism Ministers Meeting to Plan Recovery
    • Jan 24, 2022 New Order Requires Employers to Re-Activate COVID-19 Safety Plans | Order Now Available
    • Jan 24, 2022 Vancouver Wine Consumers Planning Return to the Okanagan in 2022
    • Jan 21, 2022 Supports Expanded for Flood-affected Residents
    • Jan 21, 2022 Submit a In Memoriam Tribute for BC Tourism & Hospitality Conference by Feb 11, 2022
    • Jan 21, 2022 Shuswap and Kelowna Listed in Leading Places: The 100 Most Loved Travel Destinations Around the World
    • Jan 21, 2022 Sustainable Hospitality Alliance Announces Glenn Mandziuk as new CEO – Sustainable Hospitality Alliance
    • Jan 21, 2022 Fuelling 2050: The Road Forward
    • Jan 21, 2022 Kelowna Mill Site Community Engagement
    • Jan 21, 2022 Nominate a Business for Small Business BC Awards | Closes Feb 28, 2022
    • Jan 21, 2022 DBC Messaging Guidance for B.C. Tourism Industry | Updated January 18, 2022
    • Jan 20, 2022 ITBC Seeking Indigenous Knowledge Keepers
    • Jan 20, 2022 UN World Economic Situation and Prospects 2022 Report Underscores the Importance of Tourism for Economic Recovery
    • Jan 20, 2022 YLW welcomes Lynx Air to Kelowna
    • Jan 20, 2022 UNWTO records modest tourism increase in 2021
    • Jan 20, 2022 Get Youth Working Program | Funding Available for Re-Hiring and Preventing Layoffs
    • Jan 20, 2022 COVID-19 What to Do | BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC)
    • Jan 20, 2022 Province Extends Restrictions, Gyms Able to Reopen
    • Jan 20, 2022 Tourism Kelowna Visitor Experience Team Renamed Community & Visitor Engagement
    • Jan 19, 2022 2021 Pioneer Award Winner - Best Western Plus Kamloops Hotel
    • Jan 18, 2022 Coquihalla Highway Set to Reopen to Regular Traffic, Highway 1 Partially reopened from Kanaka Bar to Spences Bridge
    • Jan 18, 2022 2021 Eco Efficiency Excellence Award Winner - Kelowna Yacht Club
    • Jan 17, 2022 Tourism Accommodation and Commercial Recreation Relief Fund | Apply by February 14, 2022
    • Jan 14, 2022 Tourism Relief Fund
    • Jan 14, 2022 CanExport SMEs Program Accepting Applications for 2022 Projects
    • Jan 14, 2022 Destination BC’s Content Marketing Series, Featuring "How To Use a Content Calendar"
    • Jan 14, 2022 Destination BC Appoints Alison McKay as Acting VP, Destination Management
    • Jan 14, 2022 WORTH Mentorship Program | Register by January 31
    • Jan 14, 2022 2022 Drivers License ID Checking Guides Now Available from ABLE BC
    • Jan 14, 2022 Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada (ITAC) Releases Revised Three-Year Strategic Plan
    • Jan 14, 2022 Resources for Job Seekers, Workers, and Businesses from Tourism and Hospitality Emergency Recovery
    • Jan 12, 2022 Invest in Iconics - Virtual Regional Workshops with Indigenous Tourism BC on January 13 & 18, 2022
    • Jan 12, 2022 Government Resources for Managing a Business During COVID-19
    • Jan 12, 2022 U.S.A. Advises Against Travel to Canada
    • Jan 12, 2022 Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) Survey of Marketers
    • Jan 12, 2022 Cap U Program Available to Assist in Creating Recruitment Strategy
    • Jan 12, 2022 Support Systems and Emerging HR Practices Survey
    • Jan 11, 2022 Government of Canada Support Programs Available for Tourism and Hospitality Businesses
    • Jan 11, 2022 Tourism Kamloops Job Opportunity: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
    • Jan 10, 2022 COVID Impact Report on Francophone and Bilingual Tourism Services in Canada (outside of Quebec)
    • Jan 10, 2022 Sell Products or Services through the London Drugs Local Central Initiative
    • Jan 10, 2022 Business Access to Employee Rapid Testing
    • Jan 7, 2022 Business Continuity Planning Resources from Invest Kelowna
    • Jan 7, 2022 GreenStep Sustainable Tourism Destination Standard Achieves GSTC-Recognition
    • Jan 7, 2022 New go2HR Restaurant Safety Initiative
    • Jan 7, 2022 BC Farmers’ Market Expansion Program | Apply by January 28, 2022
    • Jan 6, 2022 Kelowna International’s Samaddar becomes Chair of Airports Council
    • Jan 6, 2022 Village of Midway Promotional Video
    • Jan 6, 2022 The Right Amount Campaign
    • Jan 6, 2022 B.C. Paid Sick Leave Now in Effect & Industry FAQs
    • Jan 6, 2022 Invasive-Wise Tourism Training & Support Program
    • Jan 6, 2022 Project Learning Tree Canada Funding for Employers
    • Jan 6, 2022 Apply for Student Interns through Various Programs
    • Jan 6, 2022 Canada's Tourism Minister Suggests Industry May Have to Rely on Domestic Travel Until Fall
    • Jan 6, 2022 Officials Warn B.C. Businesses Must Prepare to Have One-third of Staff Absent Due to Omicron
    • Jan 6, 2022 Food Delivery Fee Cap Extended
    • Jan 5, 2022 Nominations Open for Hotel Association of Canada Awards of Excellence – Submit by January 30, 2022
    • Jan 5, 2022 Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit (CWLB)
    • Jan 5, 2022 Local Lockdown Program for Non-Tourism Organizations
  • December 2021 27
    • Dec 20, 2021 Coquihalla Hwy Set to Reopen for Commercial Traffic on December 20, 2021
    • Dec 20, 2021 New COVID-19 Measures Introduced in B.C. for Holiday Season
    • Dec 17, 2021 Les Dames d’Escoffier Scholarship Program - Apply by January 31, 2022
    • Dec 17, 2021 BC Hospitality Foundation Holiday 50/50 Tickets on Sale NOW!
    • Dec 17, 2021 Winter Travel Toolkit for B.C. Tourism Industry | Updated December 16, 2021
    • Dec 16, 2021 Commemorate Canada Re-opening Fund | Apply by January 10, 2022
    • Dec 16, 2021 International Travel Advisory Update
    • Dec 14, 2021 Updates & Resources: Floods and Road Closures
    • Dec 14, 2021 B.C. Fairs, Festivals, Events Benefit from Recovery Funding
    • Dec 13, 2021 Border Measures for Air Travel Infographic
    • Dec 10, 2021 The Forum Virtual Program for Women Entrepreneurs in Tourism | Apply by January 6 for January 2022 Sessions
    • Dec 10, 2021 New Resources for Mental Health Awareness in the Workplace
    • Dec 10, 2021 Call for Presentations: BC Tourism & Hospitality Conference | Submission Deadline: Dec 17, 2021
    • Dec 10, 2021 Create a Profile on the BC Marketplace by Small Business BC
    • Dec 10, 2021 Men’s Journal Lists Best Ski Resorts in Canada to Visit This Season, Including Sun Peaks , Big White, and SilverStar
    • Dec 8, 2021 BC Meetings & Events Industry PHO Distinction for Business Events
    • Dec 8, 2021 Tourism Industry Association of Canada announces MOU with Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada
    • Dec 8, 2021 BC Increased Employment Incentive
    • Dec 6, 2021 Accommodator Workforce Survey - Closed December 9, 2021
    • Dec 3, 2021 BC Tourism & Hospitality Awards | Nominations Open Until January 14, 2022
    • Dec 3, 2021 Arts Impact Grant Now Available: Apply by January 20, 2022
    • Dec 2, 2021 Canada introduces additional measures to address COVID-19 Omicron variant of concern
    • Dec 1, 2021 New Destination Canada Report Identifies Top Drivers & Recovery Trends for Tourism Sector
    • Dec 1, 2021 Adjustments to Canada’s Border Measures
    • Dec 1, 2021 Mandatory Vaccination to Board Planes and Trains
    • Dec 1, 2021 Canada to Reinstate Testing for Foreign Air Travel
    • Dec 1, 2021 Interior Health COVID-19 Regional Restrictions on Gatherings and Events Lifted as of December 1, 2021
  • November 2021 65
    • Nov 30, 2021 Big White Ski Resort Apologizes for Comments Regarding Travel on Highway 3
    • Nov 30, 2021 Why Sustainability Must Be Tourism's Default Mode
    • Nov 29, 2021 Coping with Natural Disaster Stress
    • Nov 29, 2021 Worker COVID-19 Resources: There's an App for That
    • Nov 29, 2021 Government Introduces Legislation to Create Jobs and Implement Targeted COVID-19 Support
    • Nov 28, 2021 Interior Health Resources for Food Service Establishments
    • Nov 24, 2021 B.C. Government's Foundational Principles
    • Nov 24, 2021 IMPACT Sustainability Travel & Tourism Conference 2022
    • Nov 24, 2021 150 Time Immemorial Grant Program | Apply by December 24, 2021
    • Nov 24, 2021 DBC Call for Content: BC’s Bounty – A Guide to Winter Flavours and Festivals in 2021
    • Nov 24, 2021 Managing Mental Health in a Changing Workplace
    • Nov 24, 2021 Swoop Announces Expansion, Including Daily Flights Between Kelowna and Edmonton
    • Nov 23, 2021 An Open Letter to Parliamentarians from Canada Ski Council
    • Nov 23, 2021 Notice of TIAC AGM - January 19, 2022
    • Nov 23, 2021 GreenStep Accepted into UN Accelerator Program
    • Nov 23, 2021 TIABC Releases 2021 Advocacy Report Card
    • Nov 22, 2021 Swoop Airlines Announces Air Bridge between Kelowna & Abbotsford
    • Nov 22, 2021 Disaster Response & Recovery Quick Links
    • Nov 22, 2021 Register in TOTA's Emergency Contact Database
    • Nov 22, 2021 Employee Support During Floods & Other Natural Disasters: Tips & Resources from go2HR
    • Nov 22, 2021 Canada Drops PCR Test Requirement for Short Trips to US
    • Nov 22, 2021 Highway Route to Southern Interior Reopens
    • Nov 22, 2021 Province Prioritizes Fuel for Essential Vehicles, Introduces Travel Restrictions | BC Gov News
    • Nov 22, 2021 Routes for Travellers to Return Home Due to Emergency Response
    • Nov 19, 2021 Kelowna Yacht Club's Energy Conservation Campaign
    • Nov 19, 2021 Tips to Prepare for a Landslide - Province of British Columbia
    • Nov 19, 2021 BCEDA Resources for Flood Impacted Individuals & Businesses - Google Docs
    • Nov 19, 2021 Local Economic Recovery & Restart Toolkit
    • Nov 17, 2021 Road Closures and Changing Conditions
    • Nov 17, 2021 Go Electric BC - CleanBC
    • Nov 17, 2021 Immigrant Talent Integration Guide - Chartered Professionals in Human Resources of British Columbia & Yukon
    • Nov 17, 2021 Sponsorship Program Helps Build New Home for Caetani Artwork
    • Nov 17, 2021 BC Destination Marketing Organization Association AGM
    • Nov 17, 2021 New Program Aims To "Spark" New Indigenous Tourism Ideas Across British Columbia | Apply by January 17, 2022
    • Nov 17, 2021 Supports for Indigenous Tourism Businesses Continue | BC Gov News
    • Nov 17, 2021 Tourism Kamloops CEO, Beverley DeSantis Announces Retirement
    • Nov 16, 2021 UPDATED: BC Hotel Association and Tourism Industry Association of BC AGM's
    • Nov 15, 2021 Developing Winter and Shoulder Season Tourism - Elevating Canadian Experiences
    • Nov 15, 2021 November is Fall Prevention Month
    • Nov 15, 2021 Okanagan College Hospitality Professional Program for Unemployed Workers - Applications Now Open
    • Nov 15, 2021 Applications Open for Arts Infrastructure Program
    • Nov 15, 2021 Excerpts from News Conference with Dr. Henry & Health Minister Dix on Ski Resorts, Holiday Travel & Music Events (Nov. 9, 2021)
    • Nov 12, 2021 Okanagan Food and Innovation Hub
    • Nov 12, 2021 Ready to E-Market Program
    • Nov 12, 2021 Skift IDEA Awards 2021 Finalist
    • Nov 12, 2021 Regulation Urged for Short-Term Accommodations Industry
    • Nov 9, 2021 2021 Biosphere Awards - Nominations Close December 1st
    • Nov 9, 2021 Travel Advisory: REMINDER – Travelling to the U.S.? COVID-19 Border Measures and Testing Requirements Remain in Place when You Come Home
    • Nov 9, 2021 Destination BC - Tourism Digital Academy, Registration Now Open
    • Nov 8, 2021 TOTA Award Remembers George Hanson, Supports Okanagan College Viticulture Student
    • Nov 8, 2021 Accessible Graphic Design - Destination British Columbia
    • Nov 7, 2021 Indoor Mask Mandate Extended | BC Gov News
    • Nov 7, 2021 Indigenous Tourism Infrastructure Survey
    • Nov 5, 2021 BCRTS Tourism Summit 2021 - Session Recordings Now Available
    • Nov 5, 2021 Destination BC Renews Funding for Over 100 Community Visitor Centres
    • Nov 5, 2021 The Best Ski Resorts in the U.S. & Canada: 2021 Readers' Choice Awards | Condé Nast Traveler
    • Nov 4, 2021 Climate Hackathon - Accelerate Okanagan
    • Nov 4, 2021 Flair Adding New Routes from YLW in Spring 2022 | Kelowna International Airport
    • Nov 4, 2021 Canadian Trade Commissioner Service
    • Nov 4, 2021 Dine Around Interior BC | Registration Open for January 19 - February 10, 2022 Event
    • Nov 2, 2021 BCRTS Tourism Summit 2021 - Thank You to Our Event Sponsors
    • Nov 2, 2021 BCRTS Tourism Summit 2021 Day 1
    • Nov 2, 2021 BCRTS Tourism Summit Virtual Concert Featuring The Gary Cable Project
    • Nov 2, 2021 International Flights Resume at YLW
    • Nov 1, 2021 Expressions of Interest & Nominations for 2022 Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission Advisory Council
  • October 2021 76
    • Oct 31, 2021 TIAC 2030 International Business Model Industry Questionnaire Survey
    • Oct 31, 2021 BC Building Code Accessibility
    • Oct 31, 2021 REMINDER: Revised Public Health Orders Now in Effect
    • Oct 31, 2021 Travel and COVID-19: Province of British Columbia
    • Oct 31, 2021 Single-Serve Liquor a Go with Takeout, Delivery
    • Oct 31, 2021 New App Provides Remote Access to COVID-19 Resources for Workplaces - Canada.ca
    • Oct 31, 2021 TIABC CEO, Walt Judas: Message on Announcement of Federal Ministry of Tourism
    • Oct 31, 2021 Indigenous Tourism BC Annual General Meeting - Tuesday, November 16 2021
    • Oct 31, 2021 Workplace Learning Coach: Psychological Health & Safety (Tourism & Hospitality) - go2HR
    • Oct 31, 2021 Air Canada Offers Industry's Most Comprehensive Travel Testing Options in Partnership with Switch Health, Including Self-Administered Tests
    • Oct 28, 2021 Federal Cabinet Ministers Announced, Including Dedicated Ministry of Tourism
    • Oct 28, 2021 Glohaven Community Hub Announces Indigenous Globox™ Campaign with Shop First Nations & Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association
    • Oct 28, 2021 Shop Local BC - BC Chamber of Commerce
    • Oct 28, 2021 The Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit
    • Oct 28, 2021 CCOHS: Pandemic Planning: Reopening for Business
    • Oct 28, 2021 Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan
    • Oct 28, 2021 POST Promise: Business Self-Declaration
    • Oct 28, 2021 Organizations Buying and Selling Personal Protective Equipment During COVID-19: Overview
    • Oct 28, 2021 Canadian Business Resilience - Canadian Chamber of Commerce
    • Oct 27, 2021 B.C. Tourism and Hospitality Employee Survey
    • Oct 27, 2021 Free Flu Shots Available As a Precaution
    • Oct 27, 2021 BC Hospitality Foundation 50/50
    • Oct 27, 2021 Camper's Code - Take the Pledge and Please Camp Responsibly
    • Oct 27, 2021 Wilderness Tourism Association Launches #BELLYUP Campaign
    • Oct 27, 2021 BC Ski Promotion Debuts in Germany with SKI KANADA
    • Oct 25, 2021 Buy BC: Eat Drink Local to Support B.C. Restaurants
    • Oct 25, 2021 New Standardized Canadian COVID-19 Proof of Vaccination for Travel
    • Oct 25, 2021 Updated: Proof of Vaccination Messaging Guidance & Tool Kit | Destination BC
    • Oct 25, 2021 Targeted COVID-19 Support Measures to Create Jobs and Growth
    • Oct 24, 2021 Keep Momentum of Support Strong with the Coalition of Hardest Hit Businesses
    • Oct 24, 2021 Canada - U.S. Border Update
    • Oct 24, 2021 Invasive Species Alert - Know Your Responsibility
    • Oct 24, 2021 Provincial COVID-19 Restrictions Lifted - Interior Health Restrictions Continue
    • Oct 22, 2021 BC Chamber of Commerce Collective Perspective Survey 2021
    • Oct 22, 2021 BCRTS Tourism Summit Brings Industry Together to Create a Stronger, More Resilient, and Inclusive Future
    • Oct 20, 2021 Tourism HR Canada: Report on Where to Find Workers
    • Oct 20, 2021 Destination BC Launches Winter Campaign
    • Oct 20, 2021 City of Vernon Transfers Copyright to Legendary Ogopogo to B.C. Indigenous Nations
    • Oct 20, 2021 DBC Learning Centre: Is Your Business Digitally Ready?
    • Oct 17, 2021 Rail Trail Donation from Pedego Oyama
    • Oct 17, 2021 Qualtrics Survey to Support the BC Hospitality Foundation | Qualtrics Experience Management
    • Oct 17, 2021 Big Thinking for Small Business Plan Updated | BC Chamber of Commerce
    • Oct 17, 2021 2021 BCHA & TIABC Annual General Meeting - TIABC AGM Election Update
    • Oct 17, 2021 Columbia Shuswap Regional District | Hiring Team Leader, Tourism and Film Position
    • Oct 17, 2021 US to Reopen Canada Land Border to Vaccinated Travellers November 8th
    • Oct 17, 2021 ABLE Annual LRS Benchmark Survey
    • Oct 17, 2021 Last Chance to Register for Power Up! Program with Destination BC
    • Oct 15, 2021 TOTA Board Retreat 2021/22
    • Oct 15, 2021 Carbon Prices On the Rise: How and Why to Measure the Carbon Footprint of Your Hotel or Tourism Business
    • Oct 15, 2021 Barrel Signage Program - Oliver Tourism Association
    • Oct 15, 2021 Google Adds Carbon Emissions Data to Flight Search Results
    • Oct 15, 2021 BC Parks Plans to Invest $21.5 Million in Outdoor Recreation over the Next Three Years
    • Oct 14, 2021 Big White Top 5 Ski Resorts in Canada: Readers' Choice Awards 2021 | Condé Nast Traveler
    • Oct 13, 2021 "Be Open to More" DBC Fall Campaign on Global TV
    • Oct 13, 2021 Minister's Statement on September Labour Force Survey Results
    • Oct 13, 2021 Pledge to Measure - AccessibleEmployers.ca
    • Oct 10, 2021 Webinar: Supporting Employee Mental Health During Difficult Times
    • Oct 10, 2021 Tourism Kelowna Earns Platinum Certification through the GreenStep Sustainable Tourism Program
    • Oct 10, 2021 More than $1 Million Dollars has been Given to Hospitality and Tourism Workers – BC Hospitality Foundation
    • Oct 10, 2021 Australia to Ease International Border Restrictions from November
    • Oct 10, 2021 First Nation-Municipal Community Economic Development Initiative Accepting Applications
    • Oct 9, 2021 Webinar Recording & Follow Up Video: The Art of Communication in Challenging Times
    • Oct 9, 2021 Innovator Skills Initiative Offers Tech Businesses Funding to Hire Employees from Underrepresented Groups
    • Oct 9, 2021 Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements for Federally Regulated Transportation Employees and Travellers
    • Oct 8, 2021 go2HR - COVID-19 Rapid Testing in the Workplace | Resource Guide Updated
    • Oct 8, 2021 PST Refund Extension Saves Businesses More Money
    • Oct 8, 2021 Proof of Vaccination for B.C. Public Service to Increase Workplace Confidence, Stop Spread
    • Oct 8, 2021 go2HR - Shift Into Winter | Driving Tips & Safety for BC Drivers
    • Oct 7, 2021 Register for Okanagan College Business Expo & Employment Fair: February 2, 2022
    • Oct 5, 2021 Cultural Grants for Kelowna Non-Profit Organizations | City of Kelowna
    • Oct 5, 2021 Summer 2021 Kettle Valley Rail Trail Upgrades Complete
    • Oct 4, 2021 BC Liquor Conference | ABLE BC
    • Oct 4, 2021 TIAC Tourism Congress
    • Oct 4, 2021 New Business Supports Now Available for Thompson Okanagan Tourism Businesses
    • Oct 1, 2021 Westbank First Nation Launches Online Language Program
    • Oct 1, 2021 Winter Tire Regulations Now in Effect
  • September 2021 59
    • Sep 30, 2021 Digital Jumpstart - Digital Skills for People With Disabilities | Neil Squire Society
    • Sep 29, 2021 Accommodation Accessibility Features Survey
    • Sep 29, 2021 Join as a Member of the Tourism Industry Association of BC (TIABC)
    • Sep 29, 2021 Destination Canada Attracting U.S. Market by Matching Travel Perks on Air Canada
    • Sep 29, 2021 Thompson Okanagan Wildfire Resilience Roundtable | BC Tourism Resiliency Network
    • Sep 29, 2021 URGENT Survey: Impact of BC Vaccine Card - Alliance of Beverage Licensees
    • Sep 29, 2021 TOTA Complimentary Energy Assessments & FortisBC Equipment Rebate Support
    • Sep 29, 2021 Province Extends Order Capping Fees Charged by Food Delivery Services | BC Gov News
    • Sep 29, 2021 Service Feature: Moccasin Trails Consulting
    • Sep 29, 2021 Netflix In Your Neighbourhood Features Okanagan Tourism Businesses
    • Sep 28, 2021 Applications Open for Decade of Action Program: Building a Sustainable Future for BC Tourism | Apply by 12:00 October 13, 2021
    • Sep 28, 2021 Add the Accessibility Attributes to Your HelloBC.com Listing
    • Sep 28, 2021 Reminder: BC Vaccine Card is the Only Valid Proof of Vaccination
    • Sep 28, 2021 Discerning Diner Report | Restaurants Canada
    • Sep 27, 2021 Indigenous Land Acknowledgement of the Thompson Okanagan Region
    • Sep 27, 2021 National Day for Truth and Reconciliation & Orange Shirt Day | September 30
    • Sep 27, 2021 World Tourism Day Forum - September 28 | Center for Responsible Travel
    • Sep 24, 2021 Safe Screen BC - Helping Businesses Access Rapid Antigen Tests and Onsite Screening for Employees
    • Sep 24, 2021 World Tourism Day | September 27-28, 2021
    • Sep 24, 2021 Quick Links to COVID Information Resources
    • Sep 24, 2021 COVID-19 Research & Insights | Destination BC
    • Sep 24, 2021 Shop Local BC | BC Chamber of Commerce
    • Sep 24, 2021 B.C. Communities to Receive New Cycling and Walking Pathways
    • Sep 23, 2021 Options for B.C.’s Permanent Paid Sick Leave Available for Comment Until October 5
    • Sep 21, 2021 Get Free COVID-19 Rapid Tests for Screening in Workplaces
    • Sep 21, 2021 New Special Event Permit Online Application System
    • Sep 21, 2021 Destination BC Learning Centre
    • Sep 20, 2021 Q Biz Magazine | New LGBTQ+ Canadian Business Magazine
    • Sep 20, 2021 Accessibility Projects Grant 2021 - Deadline: October 2, 2021
    • Sep 20, 2021 New Service Helps Companies Quickly Resolve Urgent Export Issues
    • Sep 20, 2021 Okanagan Reconnect 5-Week Podcast Series | Tasting Room Radio
    • Sep 20, 2021 Message from TOTA Board Chair
    • Sep 20, 2021 Online Learning Day | BC Tourism Resiliency Network
    • Sep 20, 2021 Tourism Kelowna Participates in 10 Million Acts of Kindness Movement
    • Sep 20, 2021 Resource Guide for Small Business Resiliency | BC Chamber of Commerce
    • Sep 20, 2021 Tourism Insurance Survey - Close September 24
    • Sep 17, 2021 Canada’s LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce Launches Rainbow Registered Accreditation Program
    • Sep 16, 2021 Connecting Employers to Immigrant Talent | Immigrant Employment Council of BC
    • Sep 16, 2021 Register as a Certificate of Recognition (COR) Internal Auditor to Save Up to 10% on WorkSafeBC Premiums
    • Sep 16, 2021 TasteFull Excursions Wins 2021 TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Award
    • Sep 15, 2021 Destination BC Call for Content: BC's Bounty, a Celebration of Food and Drink Inspired by the Fall Season
    • Sep 15, 2021 BC Vaccine Passport: New Scripts and Scenarios on How to Deal with Challenging Situations - go2HR
    • Sep 14, 2021 Tourism Sector Step 3 Toolkit: Proof of Vaccination Update
    • Sep 14, 2021 The Tourism Industry Association of BC (TIABC) Seeking Board Nominations by October 2
    • Sep 13, 2021 Interior Health Updated COVID-19 Orders Related to Events
    • Sep 13, 2021 TRAXX Zero Emission Electric Bus - Free Kelowna Tours on Thursday, September 16
    • Sep 13, 2021 Workplace Vaccination Policy: What Employers Need to Know | go2HR
    • Sep 13, 2021 Phase Two of KVR Repairs Begin
    • Sep 13, 2021 B.C. Proof of Vaccination Requirements Now in Effect & Industry Resources
    • Sep 10, 2021 Tourism Votes: Canadian Election Resources for Tourism Businesses
    • Sep 9, 2021 Canada Welcomes Back International Travellers
    • Sep 9, 2021 Survey on Francophone Tourism + Free Toolkit for Francophone Tourism | Survey closes September 19
    • Sep 9, 2021 Service Provider Feature: Integral Hospitality - Outsourced Staffing and Cleaning / Facility Services
    • Sep 9, 2021 BC Tourism & Hospitality Labour Market Information - Employment Tracker | go2HR
    • Sep 9, 2021 Reminder: Canada Recovery Hiring Program (CRHP) and Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS)
    • Sep 8, 2021 BC Vaccine Card: Preparing for the Proof of Vaccination Requirement, Beginning September 13
    • Sep 6, 2021 Schedule an Introduction to Sustainable Tourism Presentation
    • Sep 3, 2021 Apply for DER3 Digital Resiliency Free Program Before September 14
    • Sep 1, 2021 Big White Offers Free Scenic Chairlift Rides for Front Line & Essential Service Workers
  • August 2021 55
    • Aug 31, 2021 New Biosphere Committed Member - August
    • Aug 27, 2021 The Ripple Effect
    • Aug 27, 2021 Fairs, Festivals, and Events Recovery Fund: Apply by October 1, 2021
    • Aug 26, 2021 RFQ / Invitation to Apply for Research & Communications Projects at Symphony Tourism Services (a subsidiary of TOTA)
    • Aug 26, 2021 Reminder: Safe Travels Stamp Available to Display at Tourism Businesses
    • Aug 26, 2021 BCHA Industry Update on B.C. Proof of Vaccination Requirement
    • Aug 26, 2021 Extended WorkShare Program
    • Aug 25, 2021 go2HR Employer Resources for Mask Mandate
    • Aug 25, 2021 Air Canada Introduces Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy for Employees
    • Aug 24, 2021 B.C. Announces Proof of Vaccination Requirement Program
    • Aug 23, 2021 Message From TOTA Board Chair - Voice Your Concerns
    • Aug 23, 2021 BSAFE™ – BC Safety Assured for Everyone - Stage 3 Course Update
    • Aug 23, 2021 Resource Roundup | Indigenous Tourism Supports
    • Aug 23, 2021 TIABC Guide to the Federal Election
    • Aug 23, 2021 New Border Measures Resources & Tools
    • Aug 20, 2021 New COVID-19 Health Measures for All Interior Health Region
    • Aug 19, 2021 CRIS Adaptive Celebrating 20 Years with Adaptive Amazing Race Fundraising Event
    • Aug 19, 2021 Free Workplace Mental Health Training Certification
    • Aug 18, 2021 Research Reveals 'Pandemic Effect' Could Tip Sustainable Travel Into Impactful Action
    • Aug 18, 2021 Watch Biosphere Sustainable Lifestyle Platform Webinar Recording
    • Aug 18, 2021 TIAC Federal Election Advocacy Push
    • Aug 18, 2021 Destination BC Appoints Richard Porges as Permanent President and CEO
    • Aug 13, 2021 Nominations Open for 2021 Canadian Tourism Awards
    • Aug 13, 2021 Travel Warning for North Okanagan: Armstrong, Spallumcheen, Okanagan Indian Band, Enderby, and other parts of the Regional District North Okanagan
    • Aug 13, 2021 Canada to Require Vaccination of Federally Regulated Transportation Sector
    • Aug 13, 2021 Canada Moving Forward with Proof of Vaccination for International Travel
    • Aug 13, 2021 Resource Roundup | Advocacy, Funding, and Training Opportunities
    • Aug 12, 2021 Emergency Support Fund for Canada’s Live Music Sector
    • Aug 12, 2021 Advocacy Efforts: Coalition of Hardest Hit Businesses
    • Aug 12, 2021 Tourism Business Builders Online Resources
    • Aug 12, 2021 Voice Your Concerns
    • Aug 11, 2021 FortisBC Rebates Available for Thompson Okanagan Tourism Businesses
    • Aug 11, 2021 Free Digital Marketing Skills Training Program: Applications Open
    • Aug 11, 2021 New Employer Toolkit: COVID-19 Vaccinations in the Workplace
    • Aug 9, 2021 Share Your Feedback on the Need for Government Support With the Federal Government
    • Aug 9, 2021 Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada (ITAC) Received $2 Million in Funding From Destination Canada
    • Aug 9, 2021 CRIS Adaptive Rentals Launches New Adaptive Bike & Pop Up Rentals in BC Parks
    • Aug 9, 2021 Canada USA Border Reopening Resources
    • Aug 7, 2021 go2HR Baby Boomer Employment Toolkit
    • Aug 7, 2021 Buy BC Partnership Program
    • Aug 6, 2021 Additional Measures for Central Okanagan Communities Amid COVID-19 Surge
    • Aug 6, 2021 Kekuli Cafe Opening New Location in Kamloops
    • Aug 6, 2021 39 Forestry Projects Protect and Enhance B.C.’s Recreational Values
    • Aug 6, 2021 Destination BC Welcomes New Board Chair and Two New Board Members
    • Aug 6, 2021 Fast Facts Thompson Okanagan Tourism Research Summary
    • Aug 6, 2021 Indigenous Tourism BC Labour Market Research, Indigenous Tourism Labour Strategy and a Guide to Wise HR Practices
    • Aug 5, 2021 PacifiCan: New Regional Development Agency for British Columbia
    • Aug 5, 2021 New Marketing Partner: Sustainable Life App™
    • Aug 5, 2021 Have Your Say on B.C.’s Permanent Paid Sick Leave
    • Aug 5, 2021 go2HR’s B.C. Labour Market Survey
    • Aug 5, 2021 Canada Extends COVID-19 Benefits to October 2021 (CEWS, CERS, CRB)
    • Aug 5, 2021 Municipalities Empowered to Ban Single-Use Plastics
    • Aug 4, 2021 Government extends COVID-19 benefits and business supports to support stronger economic recovery
    • Aug 3, 2021 Eco Efficiency Toolkit
    • Aug 3, 2021 Brenda Baptiste Recognized With the Order of British Columbia
  • July 2021 27
    • Jul 30, 2021 First International Standard on Accessible Tourism For All
    • Jul 29, 2021 COVID-19 Update for Thompson Okanagan
    • Jul 28, 2021 Support Tourism Workers in Need Through the BC Hospitality Foundation Online Raffle
    • Jul 28, 2021 BC Resources for Coping With Disaster Stress
    • Jul 28, 2021 Glenn Fawcett Given the Award of Distinction from Wine Growers of British Columbia
    • Jul 27, 2021 Free Access to B.C. Accommodation Performance Tracking Data
    • Jul 26, 2021 New Biosphere Committed Members - July
    • Jul 26, 2021 Attractions Get Support to Anchor Their Communities
    • Jul 22, 2021 Resource Roundup | Emergency Wildfire Resources
    • Jul 21, 2021 Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association Names New President & CEO
    • Jul 20, 2021 FireSmart Community Funding & Support
    • Jul 20, 2021 Indigenous Community Business Fund
    • Jul 20, 2021 A Need for an Accommodation Plan in B.C.
    • Jul 20, 2021 Changes for Travellers Entry to Canada
    • Jul 20, 2021 BC Provincial State of Emergency Declared
    • Jul 20, 2021 Government of Canada Announces Easing of Border Measures for Fully Vaccinated Travellers
    • Jul 20, 2021 IArT Kicks Off Meet Me On Bernard in Downtown Kelowna
    • Jul 19, 2021 TIABC Board Appoints Sandra Oldfield
    • Jul 16, 2021 Global Tourism Plastics Initiative
    • Jul 13, 2021 Workplace Accessibility Grant: Applications Now Open
    • Jul 13, 2021 1:1 Support to Share Travel Offers on HelloBC.com
    • Jul 12, 2021 Tin Whistle Brewing's quest to become a carbon-neutral brewery
    • Jul 9, 2021 Direct Flights from Downtown Vancouver to Okanagan Lake Now Available
    • Jul 9, 2021 Fast Facts Tourism Research Summary
    • Jul 9, 2021 South Okanagan Biodiversity Protected
    • Jul 8, 2021 Coordinated Emergency Supports in Kamloops
    • Jul 7, 2021 Resiliency Resource Roundup | Marketing Supports for B.C. Tourism Businesses
  • June 2021 22
    • Jun 30, 2021 B.C. Campfire Ban in Effect
    • Jun 29, 2021 Shifting to Step 3 of BC Restart Plan: Resources for Tourism Businesses
    • Jun 29, 2021 Thank You to Supporters of the Tourism Skills Training Program - Masterclass
    • Jun 23, 2021 Rise of Organic Viticulture in the Okanagan
    • Jun 22, 2021 COVID Health & Safety Resources for BC Tourism Companies - Resource Roundup
    • Jun 21, 2021 First Phase of KVR Repairs Now Complete
    • Jun 21, 2021 Canada Easing Border Measures for Entering Travellers - Phase 1 Beginning July 5
    • Jun 16, 2021 New and Improved BC Rail Trails Website Launched on June 15th
    • Jun 16, 2021 New Biosphere Committed Members
    • Jun 15, 2021 B.C. Safely Moving to Step 2 of Restart Plan as of June 15, 2021
    • Jun 15, 2021 Pilot Project for Cork Recycling in West Kelowna
    • Jun 11, 2021 Sovereign Lake Nordic Club Commits to Living Wage
    • Jun 11, 2021 Thank You to Supporters of the Agri-Tourism Entrepreneur Skills Training Program
    • Jun 9, 2021 Interior Health Launches Mobile Immunization Clinics
    • Jun 9, 2021 Okanagan Bioregion Food System Project
    • Jun 8, 2021 BC COVID-19 Safety Plan: Key Trends Infographic by go2HR
    • Jun 8, 2021 BC Parks Improving Accessibility to Enable Nature For All
    • Jun 8, 2021 Tourism Hiring & Employment Resource Roundup
    • Jun 4, 2021 Additional Funding for Business Recovery Grant
    • Jun 2, 2021 Moccasin Trails and Indigenous World Winery Selected to Receive Indigenous Tourism Grants
    • Jun 1, 2021 A Tasting of Indigenous Cultures Workshop
    • Jun 1, 2021 Celebrate National Indigenous History Month this June
  • May 2021 19
    • May 28, 2021 Our Deepest Sympathies for the Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc Community
    • May 27, 2021 Free Travel Offer Listings on HelloBC.com
    • May 27, 2021 Biosphere Commitment Monthly Newsletter - May
    • May 26, 2021 BC's Restart Plan Launched
    • May 25, 2021 Rail Trail Improvement Project Starts Today for a Better KVR Experience
    • May 20, 2021 The Opening of the IArT Mobile Gallery
    • May 19, 2021 Sustainability-Focused Events - June 2021
    • May 18, 2021 New Province-wide Program Supports B.C.’s Anchor Tourism Organizations
    • May 17, 2021 Promoting Innovation and Sustainability
    • May 14, 2021 TOTA Fast Facts
    • May 12, 2021 Tourism Consortium Creates Resource to Assist Travellers Along Highway 1 Once Restrictions are Lifted
    • May 12, 2021 Destination BC Stay Local, Support Local Campaign
    • May 12, 2021 Calling All Employers in B.C.’s Tourism & Hospitality industry | go2HR Survey
    • May 11, 2021 B.C.’s paid sick leave will support workers, reimburse businesses
    • May 11, 2021 Thank You to Supporters of the Tourism Skills Training Program - Cohort 1
    • May 11, 2021 Local Food Sustainability
    • May 5, 2021 British Columbia has what it takes to rival Napa Valley
    • May 4, 2021 Tourism Development in the Thompson Okanagan grows with StrongerBC investment
    • May 3, 2021 Kelowna Businesses Showcased: Sustainability in Action
  • April 2021 21
    • Apr 30, 2021 B.C. Hospitality & Tourism Industry Update - Recording & Presentation Slides
    • Apr 30, 2021 Legislation for Paid COVID-19 Vaccination Leave Now in Force
    • Apr 30, 2021 TOTA Fast Facts
    • Apr 28, 2021 B.C. Large Operator Survey | TIABC / BCHA / ITBC
    • Apr 27, 2021 Share Your Story with TIABC in Hardest Hit Campaign | Deadline: May 6
    • Apr 26, 2021 Increased funding & expanded eligibility for BC Circuit Breaker Relief Grant
    • Apr 26, 2021 go2HR Launches Safety Training Program: BC Safety Assured For Everyone (B SAFE)
    • Apr 26, 2021 Toward a Climate Friendly Future
    • Apr 26, 2021 New Mountain Biking BC Website Encourages Visitors to Dream Now, Travel Later
    • Apr 23, 2021 Travel Restrictions to Curb the Spread of COVID-19 Come into Effect 
    • Apr 23, 2021 Glohaven is Inviting Biosphere Committed Companies to Globox
    • Apr 22, 2021 Regional Tourism Associations Mark Earth Day by Taking First Steps Toward Biosphere Certification
    • Apr 20, 2021 Upcoming EARTH DAY Announcement
    • Apr 19, 2021 New Provincial Restrictions Announced To Help Save Our Summer
    • Apr 13, 2021 Air Canada Reaches Funding Agreement with Federal Government
    • Apr 13, 2021 Air Canada Commits To Net Zero Emissions Goal By 2050
    • Apr 12, 2021 25 Free Virtual Energy Assessments Available to Thompson Okanagan Tourism Businesses
    • Apr 12, 2021 PST Rebate for Capital Investments Opens to Support Business Recovery
    • Apr 9, 2021 TOTA Fast Facts
    • Apr 8, 2021 TOTA Virtual Job Fair & Open House | April 22
    • Apr 6, 2021 TOTA's Energy Analyst One Of 13 Energy Champions Across Canada
  • March 2021 17
    • Mar 30, 2021 Biosphere Commitment Monthly Newsletter (March)
    • Mar 30, 2021 Digital Support Services Info Session
    • Mar 30, 2021 Online Grant Program Expands to Support More Businesses
    • Mar 25, 2021 Global Webinar |Tourism & Happiness: For a Brighter Future
    • Mar 25, 2021 New Tourism Digital Marketing Expert Certification Program through the BCRTS and eLearningU
    • Mar 24, 2021 Eco Efficiency Excellence Award Winner for 2020
    • Mar 18, 2021 go2HR Offers COVID-19 Safety Plan Support as Tourism and Hospitality Businesses Prepare for Summer Season
    • Mar 17, 2021 Sustainability in Kelowna's Official Community Plan
    • Mar 15, 2021 TOTA Fast Facts
    • Mar 12, 2021 Tourism Kamloops | Luv'n the Loops Passport Wins Marketing Innovation Award
    • Mar 11, 2021 Free Digital Support Services Now Available
    • Mar 8, 2021 UNWTO Releases Inclusive Recovery Guide for Women in Tourism
    • Mar 8, 2021 Big White Ski Resort Hosts Donation Drive for International Women's Day
    • Mar 8, 2021 Opportunities to Support Labour Force
    • Mar 8, 2021 Inaugural Virtual Youth Summit on Climate Friendly Travel | April 29
    • Mar 5, 2021 Canada’s Airports Reinforce Call for Government Action as Expected Losses Grow with New Travel Restrictions
    • Mar 2, 2021 Electric Car Charging Stations in Kelowna
  • February 2021 11
    • Feb 26, 2021 TOTA Fast Facts
    • Feb 25, 2021 A New Look · Carbon Training Workshops
    • Feb 24, 2021 Sustainable Project of the Year Award Winner for 2020
    • Feb 24, 2021 ShareYourLoveForBC Contest
    • Feb 24, 2021 Innovation at UNWTO | 2020 A Year in Review · UN Innovation Toolkit
    • Feb 19, 2021 About Moccasin Trails Consulting
    • Feb 17, 2021 One topic Remaining | Ideas Labs: Peer-to-Peer Learning for B.C. Tourism Business Operators
    • Feb 12, 2021 Market Segmentation Insights
    • Feb 12, 2021 TOTA Fast Facts
    • Feb 10, 2021 Agri-Tourism Entrepreneur Skills Training Program: Now Accepting Applications for Central Okanagan Delivery
    • Feb 9, 2021 TOTA Biosphere Team Introduction
  • January 2021 4
    • Jan 28, 2021 Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association partners with Peter B. Gustavson School of Business to offer new virtual Tourism Skill Training Program
    • Jan 22, 2021 TOTA Fast Facts
    • Jan 19, 2021 Ideas Labs: Peer-To-Peer Learning For B.C. Tourism Business Operators
    • Jan 15, 2021 Tourism Skills Training Program: Application Now Open for Free Virtual Certification
  • December 2020 11
    • Dec 21, 2020 BC Hospitality & Tourism Industry Update & 2021 Outlook
    • Dec 21, 2020 Small and Medium-Sized Business Recovery Grant Eligibility Changes: Tourism Businesses Eligible for Up to $45,000 Non-Repayable Grant
    • Dec 18, 2020 State of the Indigenous Tourism Video Released by Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada
    • Dec 17, 2020 Expansion of Midway Trail Network Through Community Collaboration
    • Dec 14, 2020 Nominations Open for Lonely Planet Best In Travel Readers' Choice Awards: Cast Your Vote!
    • Dec 11, 2020 Summit 2020 Presentation Recordings
    • Dec 11, 2020 Sustainable Communities | Kanaka Bar Indian Band (T’eqt”aqtn’mux)
    • Dec 10, 2020 Rocky Mountaineer Wins Big in 2020 as World’s Leading Luxury Train, Best Sustainable Train Journey, and More
    • Dec 8, 2020 The Travel Foundation and TOTA Join Forces to Develop New Approaches for Destination Management and Regenerative Tourism
    • Dec 3, 2020 Thompson Okanagan Wins World's Responsible Tourism Award for the Third Consecutive Year
    • Dec 2, 2020 TOTA Declares a Climate Emergency With International Initiative "Tourism Declares"
  • November 2020 5
    • Nov 26, 2020 B.C. Appoints New Tourism Minister
    • Nov 16, 2020 Ideas Labs
    • Nov 16, 2020 Tourism Resiliency Program
    • Nov 6, 2020 Registration Now Open: TOTA & CCCTA Virtual AGMs & 2020 Tourism Summit
    • Nov 6, 2020 Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association Receives North America’s Responsible Tourism Award from World Travel Awards for Third Consecutive Year
  • October 2020 14
    • Oct 30, 2020 Tobiano Named Canada’s Best Golf Course 2020 in World Travel Awards
    • Oct 30, 2020 National Geographic Features Thompson Okanagan as "British Columbia’s Best Road Trip"
    • Oct 30, 2020 go2HR Health & Safety Open House for Biosphere
    • Oct 23, 2020 Air Canada Offers All-Business Class Jetz Aircraft Experience between Toronto & Kelowna this Winter
    • Oct 22, 2020 eLearningU Partnership Provides Access to 350+ Tourism Online Marketing Webinars
    • Oct 22, 2020 New Support for Small Business: Canada United Small Business Relief Fund
    • Oct 21, 2020 Skills Development Survey | Open Until November 6
    • Oct 20, 2020 BC Hospitality Foundation Lottery | Tickets on Sale until November 1
    • Oct 13, 2020 New Grant Program: Small & Medium Business Recovery Grant
    • Oct 7, 2020 Tourism and Invasive Species Survey - Open Until October 15, 2020
    • Oct 6, 2020 TOTA Joins Forces with Planet Happiness and Thompson Rivers University to Measure Happiness and Well-Being of Thompson Okanagan Residents
    • Oct 5, 2020 TOTA Nominated for World’s Responsible Tourism Award 2020 in World Travel Awards
    • Oct 2, 2020 Visit South Okanagan: New Tourism Initiative
    • Oct 2, 2020 Applications Open for Community Economic Recovery Infrastructure Program (CERIP) – Due October 29, 2020
  • September 2020 6
    • Sep 25, 2020 Call for Nominees for Destination BC Tourism Marketing Committee
    • Sep 25, 2020 TOTA and SUNx Malta Announce Launch of Global Climate Friendly Travel Registry & Maurice Strong Climate Friendly Travel Youth Summit
    • Sep 22, 2020 BC Hotel Association Partners with BC Regional Tourism Secretariat and STR to Support Tourism Resiliency
    • Sep 21, 2020 Province of B.C. Launching Tourism Task Force to Reignite Tourism Sector
    • Sep 3, 2020 Making Your Space Accessible to All
    • Sep 2, 2020 Swoop releases winter flying schedule, including flights between Kelowna International Airport and Toronto Pearson Airport
  • August 2020 6
    • Aug 20, 2020 TOTA, Canadian Mental Health Association Kelowna, and Thoughtfull Offer Mental Health Support to Businesses Through COVID-19 Pandemic
    • Aug 18, 2020 Marsha Walden Appointed as Destination Canada’s President & CEO
    • Aug 11, 2020 Valemount Business Features
    • Aug 11, 2020 TOTA and Okanagan College Support Tourism Industry Through Expert Business Mentorship as Part of Resiliency Program
    • Aug 7, 2020 Discover Valemount Website Launch
    • Aug 5, 2020 Community Futures and TOTA Offering Financial Support for Tourism Businesses through Micro Loans as Part of Tourism Resiliency Program
  • July 2020 7
    • Jul 31, 2020 TOTA and go2HR Partner to Support Businesses on Occupational Health & Safety Through COVID-19 Pandemic
    • Jul 30, 2020 17 Medals Awarded to Kamloops Wineries Including Best White Wine of the Year to Monte Creek Ranch Winery
    • Jul 29, 2020 Monte Creek Ranch Winery Wins Best White Wine of the Year Award
    • Jul 23, 2020 Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association Founding Signatory Future of Tourism Coalition
    • Jul 9, 2020 Eco Efficiency Program: TOTA Partners with FortisBC, GreenStep Solutions, and BC Hotel Association to Help Tourism Businesses Cut Costs
    • Jul 7, 2020 TOTA and Community Futures Partner Together to Support Local Business
    • Jul 3, 2020 Social Enterprise Now Offering Adaptive Cycling Equipment Rentals
  • June 2020 3
    • Jun 26, 2020 New Publication - Friday Fast Facts
    • Jun 25, 2020 TOTA Joins Global Initiative on Safe Travels
    • Jun 18, 2020 Province Seeks Public Input on Economic Recovery
  • May 2020 9
    • May 29, 2020 Sonja Gaudet Inducted to Canadian Sports Hall of Fame
    • May 29, 2020 Business Pivot Highlights during COVID-19
    • May 26, 2020 Weekly Webinar Roundup - 5/25/2020
    • May 19, 2020 Register Now - WorkSafeBC Health & Safety Guidelines Webinar
    • May 12, 2020 Weekly Webinar Roundup - 5/11/2020
    • May 11, 2020 Register Now - Return to Work Webinar: Employment Law & COVID-19
    • May 4, 2020 Now Media Group Presents Business Matters with Rob Cupello
    • May 4, 2020 Register Now - Reputation Management Webinar - May 5th, 2020
    • May 1, 2020 Information for Accommodation Providers
  • April 2020 3
    • Apr 8, 2020 The RV and Camping Industry Stands Ready to Help During this Pandemic
    • Apr 3, 2020 COVID-19 Situation Update – Business Events
    • Apr 2, 2020 TIABC C-19 Bulletin - April 1, 2020
  • March 2020 3
    • Mar 11, 2020 Penticton Lakeside Resort Introduces New Culinary Team
    • Mar 6, 2020 White Spot Wins Award For Putting Employees and Workplace Safety First
    • Mar 2, 2020 Wiegele’s donation to TRU benefits North Thompson students
  • February 2020 7
    • Feb 28, 2020 Big White’s $10-Million Staff Housing Project Huge Draw For Potential Employees
    • Feb 25, 2020 Krista Bax named go2HR’s New CEO
    • Feb 20, 2020 Biosphere Eco-Efficiency Initiative Set to Launch
    • Feb 11, 2020 Annual Party Propels Shuswap Trail Alliance Forward into Another Year of Trail Projects
    • Feb 7, 2020 Rural Communities to Benefit from Tourism Investments
    • Feb 6, 2020 Ingrid Jarrett Appointed President and CEO of BC Hotel Association
    • Feb 3, 2020 Be Part of Our Mission to Develop and Promote Barrier-Free Travel in the Thompson Okanagan Region
  • January 2020 2
    • Jan 30, 2020 Tourism Kamloops Supports TRU’s Limitless Campaign
    • Jan 24, 2020 Why Measure Sustainability?
  • December 2019 4
    • Dec 18, 2019 CedarCreek Estate Winery Wins ‘Canadian Winery of the Year’
    • Dec 16, 2019 Route 97 Road Trip Map Advertising Opportunities Now Available
    • Dec 10, 2019 Decent Work and Economic Growth
    • Dec 6, 2019 Thompson Okanagan to Host 2020 Global Sustainable Tourism Conference
  • November 2019 4
    • Nov 28, 2019 Thompson Okanagan Repeats as World’s Responsible Tourism Winner at the World Travel Awards
    • Nov 20, 2019 Thompson Okanagan Tourism Asks Public To Take Pledge
    • Nov 18, 2019 Sustainable Tourism Destinations and Heritage
    • Nov 13, 2019 Thompson Okanagan Tourism Launches Mobile Indigenous Artist Studio
  • October 2019 1
    • Oct 30, 2019 Thompson Okanagan Invited to Join the UNWTO as International Observatory
  • September 2019 4
    • Sep 26, 2019 TOTA Nominated for World’s Responsible Tourism Award at the 2019 World Travel Awards
    • Sep 17, 2019 TOTA Enters Into New Technology Partnership with Bell Media
    • Sep 6, 2019 Okanagan Valley A Winner in USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards
    • Sep 4, 2019 TOTA Signs 3-Year Partnership Deal with National Geographic Traveller for Route 97 Publication
  • August 2019 1
    • Aug 30, 2019 TOTA President & CEO Elected to Global Sustainable Tourism Council Board of Directors
  • July 2019 1
    • Jul 31, 2019 The World Travel Awards to be Hosted in the Thompson Okanagan, BC
  • June 2019 1
    • Jun 1, 2019 Keeping Visitors to the Thompson Okanagan Safe During Emergencies
  • May 2019 2
    • May 31, 2019 Memorandum of Understanding Signed Between Thompson Okanagan Tourism & Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Tourism
    • May 23, 2019 Expedia Presents: Generation Alpha and Family Travel Trends
  • April 2019 2
    • Apr 12, 2019 Destination Canada: Australia Global Tourism Watch
    • Apr 4, 2019 TOTA Wins Prestigious International Marketing Award
  • March 2019 3
    • Mar 15, 2019 Rebuilding the Visitor Economy- FAQ
    • Mar 4, 2019 B.C. Launches New Roadmap to Bolster Tourism As Economic Driver
    • Mar 1, 2019 British Columbia’s Regional Tourism Secretariat Supports Minister’s Strategic Framework
  • February 2019 2
    • Feb 22, 2019 TOTA Celebrates Potential with Industry
    • Feb 20, 2019 Destination Canada: USA Global Tourism Watch
  • January 2019 1
    • Jan 14, 2019 Expedia’s 2018 Year in Review Trends Report
  • September 2018 1
    • Sep 24, 2018 TOTA Receives Second Major International Award This Year For Leadership In Sustainable Tourism
  • August 2018 1
    • Aug 24, 2018 Destination BC: Thompson Okanagan Regional Profile (2017)

 

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