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The Good News(letter) | January 29, 2021

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.

 
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Through all the changes and uncertainty, we're continuously inspired by the resiliency and innovative spirit of the people behind the businesses. There's a lot going on in the world of Travel & Tourism - here are some good news and happenings from within the region and around the globe.

The Good News(letter) is brought to you twice a month by the TOTA team.


Thompson Okanagan

After having to cancel in 2020, the annual Abbotsford Tulip Festival will be permanently relocating to Armstrong in the North Okanagan once the time is right to "rebloom". In past years, visitors from all over B.C. traveled to be a part of this beloved spring event!

The Luv'n the Loops Passport is at the halfway point of its year-long campaign and, so far, participation and engagement has exceeded expectations! All about supporting local, the program offers participants special discounts, surprises, prizes, and contests!


Osoyoos' first microbrewery, North Basin Brewing at Watermark Beach Resort, opened its doors last weekend with a socially-distanced grand opening! The taproom is ready for guests to enjoy a range of craft beers - orders can also be placed online for take-out.



Around the Globe

United Airlines

United Airlines has announced a multimillion-dollar investment in a carbon-capture project involving direct-capture technology to remove carbon dioxide from the air. This is part of the airline's plan to be 100% "green" by 2050, which also includes investments in sustainable aviation fuel.

Renewable Energy

For the first time ever, renewables beat fossil fuels in electricity generation on Europe’s electrical grid, reports Bloomberg. Renewable generating sources produced 38 percent of the electricity in 2020, edging out fossil-powered generation for the first time, which dropped to 37 percent!.



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