Thompson Okanagan Tourism News Summary | Week of September 6, 2021
News Highlights
The Good News(letter) | September 3
Through all the changes and uncertainty, we're continuously inspired by the resiliency and innovative spirit of the people behind the businesses. The Good News(letter) is brought to you twice a month by the TOTA team for a little bit of good news from around the Thompson Okanagan and globe.
Business Resources
The TOTA team is here to help with the challenges your business is facing. As part of TOTA's Tourism Resiliency Program, tourism companies can access the following free supports:
1:1 Business Support with a TOTA Resiliency Advisor
Submit a Voice Your Concerns form so TOTA can share the impacts on the tourism industry with government
Email Recovery@TOTABC.com for quick questions or to share challenges faced by your business
Apply for DER3 Digital Resiliency Free Program Before September 14
Innovate BC's DER3, or Digital Economy: Rapid Response + Resiliency program, provides free advisory services and mentorship to B.C. businesses outside of the Lower Mainland. The DER3 program helps businesses expand or create their digital presence, with the help of a business coach. Register for this great opportunity before program intake ends on September 14.
Free Virtual Learning Sessions for Tourism Businesses - Destination BC + Small Business BC
Destination BC has partnered with Small Business BC to provide tourism stakeholders across the province with free access to Small Business BC’s webinars and online education to support COVID-19 recovery and help mitigate ongoing impacts. There is no charge to tourism stakeholders. Services are delivered online, by phone, email, webinar or in person (if available).
Sustainable Tourism
TOTA’s Destination Stewardship team offers presentations over Zoom to share how tourism businesses can participate in TOTA's Biosphere Commitment Program. Learn more about:
How to become a Biosphere Committed Company
How to participate in the Eco Efficiency Program
How to use the Biosphere Sustainable Lifestyle Platform
Exclusive training opportunities & other benefits
How businesses can take the Thompson Okanagan Regional Pledge
Biosphere Awards and how to earn recognition for your commitment to sustainable tourism
Schedule a Biosphere Presentation →
New Biosphere Committed Member - August
Learn more about the newest Biosphere Committed Company, Manteo at Eldorado Resort. Manteo is constantly seeking new ways to enrich their local community by creating a safe and healthy environment for all, with an emphasis on diversity and equality.
The Ripple Effect
The ripple effect is real and it matters. What is most important to realize about the ripple effect is that action is required. The IPCC report is not only a reminder of the dire situation we find ourselves in but also an invitation to remember that small actions taken by individuals and within companies matter — but only if real action exists and is visible and shared with others.
Research Spotlight
Fast Facts Thompson Okanagan Tourism Research Summary
A bi-weekly roundup of B.C. tourism research to provide an ongoing snapshot of the tourism industry over time.
Measuring Canadian Travel Patterns - Thompson Okanagan
Research data created by Environics Analytics to help the travel and tourism industry understand the impact of the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic as it relates to Domestic Overnight Visitors within Canada.
COVID-19 Tourism Impact Report - June
Report on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on tourism businesses gathered through industry surveys by tourism businesses around the Thompson Okanagan and British Columbia.
