2021 Tourism Week May 23 - 30 | Pledge to Travel Canada When the Time Is Right, Support Local & Show that #TourismCounts

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Next week, from May 23 – 30, 2021 is Tourism Week in Canada and the Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC) is leading a national campaign to recognize Canada’s tourism economy, and the impact it has on every community across the country.

Since the world of travel and tourism is very different this year, TIAC is encouraging Canadians to take the 2021 Tourism Pledge to Travel In Canada when the time is right and restrictions are lifted. Extending an invitation to come together virtually, support our local tourism destinations, businesses, and employees, and amplify the importance of our industry. Different parts of Canada will be highlighted throughout the week, with British Columbia in the spotlight on May 27th.

We encourage you to get involved in Tourism Week and show that #TourismCounts, take the pledge, post your commitment through social media channels and encourage others to do the same. More information along with a branding toolkit to help spread the word can be found at TourismCounts.ca.

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Tourism Consortium Creates Resource to Assist Travellers Along Highway 1 Once Restrictions are Lifted
Tourism Consortium Creates Resource to Assist Travellers Along Highway 1 Once Restrictions are Lifted

A new tourism consortium, Get Into BC, aims to mitigate barriers for travel along Highway 1. Tourism Revelstoke, Tourism Golden and Shuswap Tourism have partnered to mitigate negative perceptions and potential barriers associated with travelling through the extensive road work taking place along Highway 1, in Kicking Horse Canyon.

When restrictions are lifted, be sure to share this helpful resource on your social channels and with any visitors travelling on Highway 1.

Destination BC Stay Local, Support Local Campaign
Destination BC Stay Local, Support Local Campaign

In alignment with the latest travel restrictions, Destination BC will begin airing a 30-second public service announcement (PSA) and will continue to encourage British Columbians to stay local while adhering to the latest public health orders by sharing community guides for outdoor dining and take-out options.

Calling All Employers in B.C.’s Tourism & Hospitality industry | go2HR Survey
Calling All Employers in B.C.’s Tourism & Hospitality industry | go2HR Survey

You are invited to complete go2HR’s 10-minute health and safety practices in tourism and hospitality survey. Providing your feedback on go2HR’s services and programs will help inform what else they can do to support your business, and enter you into a draw to win one of seven prizes!

B.C.’s paid sick leave will support workers, reimburse businesses
B.C.’s paid sick leave will support workers, reimburse businesses

Workers will soon have access to a made-in-B.C. paid sick leave program that will support workers to stay home when they are sick during the pandemic and afterward, including permanent paid sick leave.

Thank You to Supporters of the Tourism Skills Training Program - Cohort 1
Thank You to Supporters of the Tourism Skills Training Program - Cohort 1

On May 6, 2021, the first cohort of graduates from TOTA’s Tourism Skills Training Program came together to celebrate with a virtual graduation ceremony. After two months of online instruction, mentorship, employment coaching, and job placement support, 46 participants graduated, ready to deliver domestic tourism experiences and hospitality services.

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