Thompson Okanagan Tourism Newsletter | March 14, 2025

This Issue’s Highlights:

🖥️Take the Canadian Tourism Data Collective Survey

🖥️Register for the Culinary Tourism Alliance Taste of Place Leadership Program

🖥️DBC Learning Centre - Are you Travel Trade Ready?

💻Access tariff resources from the Central Okanagan Development Commission

💻Register today for online workshops provided by Community Futures British Columbia

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Biosphere Certified Members

The Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association Tourism Inspiration Centre is Biosphere Certified! 

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TOTA News Centre Quick Links

Find the latest newsletters, TOTA updates, regional news, events, and resources on the TOTA News Centre and our TOTA social channels. 

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go2HR Resources

Innovative Recruitment Strategies for Rural Communities

Recruiting talent for rural communities has always posed unique challenges. These areas often face a smaller local talent pool, geographic isolation, and fewer amenities, making it harder to attract and retain skilled workers. However, as the workforce evolves, new and innovative recruitment strategies are emerging that can help rural communities thrive. 

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The Region in the News

⭐Kelowna Becomes the Ultimate Curling Destination as Montana’s Brier 2025 Draws Thousands of Visitors, Boosting Tourism, Economy, and Local Businesses for Ten Thrilling Days

⭐15 Cities in Canada Being Transformed by Tourism

⭐Why Are Greenland, Mozambique, and Okanagan Valley Emerging as Top Destinations for Adventurous Travelers?

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