Regional
- Christina Lake is the Official Pickleball Capital of Canada June 22, 2019
- Okanagan Wibit opens waterpark on Osoyoos Lake June 22, 2019
- City of Kelowna pens deal with e-scooter share company June 22, 2019
- Big news at KF Aerospace June 22, 2019
- National Indigenous Peoples Day 2019 June 20, 2019
- Diverse fossil site near Kamloops reopens to the public after 7 year hiatus June 16, 2019
- Fire safety as fire hazard rises across Central Okanagan June 14, 2019
- Spirit Ridge Resort, part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand, Opening Beach Front Cantina June 13, 2019
- MIKE WIEGELE RECEIVES DOCTOR OF LAWS DEGREE FROM TRU June 10, 2019
- YVR Proud to Announce Kevin Howlett as Director at Large June 8, 2019
- Canadian Winery Wins Gold June 6, 2019
- Exports From International Tourism Hit USD 1.7 Trillion June 6, 2019
- Sun Peaks and SilverStar announce new pass holder reciprocal program June 5, 2019
- Destination Canada Launches New Brand May 30, 2019
- $5.2M on flood recovery May 29, 2019
- New federal tourism strategy aims to increase Thompson-Okanagan shoulder season May 28, 2019
- YLW hosting airport execs May 28, 2019
- Nearly 600 campsites added to BC Parks and recreation sites May 23, 2019
- National Tourism Week May 23, 2019
- April is B.C. wine month April 4, 2019
Communities
- New economy hotel brand hoping to come to Kelowna January 26, 2018
- Parks Canada launches website on proposed national park reserve, breaking long silence on contentious issue January 25, 2018
- Kamloops-area Senator honoured with postage stamp January 25, 2018
- Big White Ski Resort helps raise $30,000 during Kelowna’s Festival of Trees January 18, 2018
- Historic theatre up for sale January 18, 2018
- New CEO at local airline January 18, 2018
- Record-breaking holiday season at Big White Ski Resort boosted by international visitors January 18, 2018
- New international school in the Okanagan, now accepting applications January 18, 2018
- Sicamous-to-Armstrong Rail-Trail takes a giant step forward January 16, 2018
- Urban winery sheds tradition January 16, 2018
- Six ways to recharge in Sun Peaks this winter January 15, 2018
- Vibrant’s $1M expansion January 11, 2018
- New Restaurant To Open in Downtown Kelowna January 10, 2018
- Executive Chef Daniel Craig Checks into the Delta Grand Okanagan Resort January 8, 2018
- New Years Gift to Sun Peaks Healthcare January 8, 2018
- Open Exhibition Courtyard Gallery January 8, 2018
- Thom Killingsworth Elected Tourism Kelowna Chair January 8, 2018
- Five ways to experience Sun Peaks after hours January 8, 2018
- Busiest season at Kelowna airport December 20, 2017
- Vernon at centre of rail trails convergence December 18, 2017
Media Coverage
- Thompson Okanagan first destination in the Americas to earn International Biosphere Certification November 1, 2017
- Sandhill Wines master winemaker Howard Soon, announces retirement after 37 consecutive vintages June 19, 2017
- YLW breaks passenger records for month of May June 19, 2017
- Newest Okanagan winery opens at Greata Ranch May 23, 2017
- RauDZ teams up with top South Okanagan winery restaurant May 23, 2017
- Liber the wine god May 23, 2017
- Big White Ski Resort featured on Quebec TV Show April 6, 2017
- Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association Sponsors Hospitality Award February 23, 2017
- Just Wild About Harry February 22, 2017
- Media Coverage Roundup Spring 2016 July 27, 2016
- Media Coverage Roundup Winter 2016 July 19, 2016
- Vine to Wine Tours: Luxury Travel Guide Global awards 2016 April 25, 2016
- Watermark Beach Resort – Best in Class for Beach Hotels in Canada April 25, 2016
- A Canadian wine tour? I’ll drink to that February 25, 2016
- Media Coverage Roundup Summer Fall 2015 February 23, 2016
- Shuswap Trail Alliance catches national media attention . . . in Chile February 16, 2016
- Phoenix Mountain Joins International Ski Area Consortium February 2, 2016
- Canadian Adventure Company’s Mallard Mountain Lodge October 23, 2015
- The Kettle Valley Express Adventure Travel Guide October 7, 2015
- Media Coverage Roundup Summer 2015 August 25, 2015
Promotions
- Escape the Chaos of Summer with an August Oasis at Sparkiling Hill Resort! July 10, 2018
- Wine & Stay at Sparkling Hill Resort June 25, 2018
- Escape to the Okanagan June 25, 2018
- Come on in, the Water is Fine! June 13, 2018
- Wine & Stay at Sparkling Hill Resort June 8, 2018
- Escape to the Okanagan in July at Sparkling Hill Resort June 8, 2018
- Locals Save with the Exclusive Midweek Offer in June at Sparkling Hill Resort May 24, 2018
- New Summer Menu release at Sparkling Hill Resort May 24, 2018
- Osoyoos: Time Flies When You’re Having Fun! May 17, 2018
- Celebrating Mom at Sparkling Hill Resort May 3, 2018
- Mother’s Day Brunch at The Restaurant at Watermark May 3, 2018
- Mallard Mountain Lodge Early Bird Deal – Save Up To 20% April 30, 2018
- Girls Getaway at Sparkling Hill Resort April 27, 2018
- Farm-to-Table May Dine & Stay at Sparkling Hill Resort April 27, 2018
- Spring in the Land of Ing April 19, 2018
- Sparkling Hill Resort “Takes Back the Well” with Okanagan Craft Spirits April 16, 2018
- Get Away with Sparkling Hill Resort’s Spring Renewal April 16, 2018
- Mother’s Day Brunch at Gallagher’s Canyon April 16, 2018
- Celebrate Mother’s Day at Watermark April 13, 2018
- Mother’s May Package at Sparkling Hill Resort April 13, 2018
Events
- Offramp Jazz Sextet & Acoustic Noire April 4, 2016
- April Events at BIG Little Science Centre April 4, 2016
- Raise a Glass at Wine Fest April 4, 2016
- GOODS | Dates Set For Joy Road’s Acclaimed Alfresco Vineyard Dinners At God’s Mountain April 4, 2016
- South Okanagan theatre troupes ready to hit the stage with new spring productions April 4, 2016
- Live Theatre: “Having Hope at Home” April 4, 2016
- World’s Largest Culinary Film Festival Comes to Watermark Beach Resort April 4, 2016
- Courtyard Gallery Celebrates Third Anniversary April 4, 2016
- Countdown to Craft in the Sudsy Okanagan – Event Updates April 1, 2016
- Provincial Medals Galore For Pair Of Kelowna Alpine Ski Racers March 29, 2016
- Extras Casting Opportunity in Kamloops March 29, 2016
- Making a living in the arts: visual artists share their stories March 29, 2016
- Silver Star Hosts Skiers and Snowboarders for Competition March 22, 2016
- Hunting and Fishing enthusiasts won’t want to miss the new BC Interior Sportsman Show in Kelowna March 22, 2016
- IndieFest to Showcase Okanagan Film Talent March 22, 2016
- 2016 Okanagan Fest of Ale March 18, 2016
- The 20th Annual Kamloops Film Festival Breaks Attendance Record!! March 18, 2016
- Ringette Force Claim B.C. Title, On To National Tournament March 17, 2016
- Big White skiers perform well at zone finals March 14, 2016
- Marvelous Magnetism Show at the Big Little Science Centre,11am and 1:30pm March 10, 2016
Research
- Visitor Research June 19, 2019
- More Video Streaming Options Won’t Change Consumer Behavior June 18, 2019
- Expedia Presents: Generation Alpha and Family Travel Trends May 23, 2019
- Destination Canada: Australia Global Tourism Watch April 12, 2019
- A record breaking year for Canada’s tourism sector March 15, 2019
- Destination Canada: USA Global Tourism Watch February 20, 2019
- Expedia Presents: How Younger Generations are Shaping the Future of Travel January 30, 2019
- Expedia’s 2018 Year in Review Trends Report January 14, 2019
- Video Ads in Social Media 2018 October 25, 2018
- Destination Canada: July 2018 Tourism Snapshot October 11, 2018
- Expedia Presents: Multi – National Travel Trends October 5, 2018
- Destination BC: Thompson Okanagan Regional Profile (2017) August 24, 2018
- TripAdvisor Presents Booking Behaviors Driving Travellers August 17, 2018
- Destination Canada: Culinary Positioning Research August 10, 2018
- Expedia Releases American Baby Boomers vs. Millennial Travellers August 3, 2018
- Destination Canada: Global Tourism Watch July 27, 2018
- TripAdvisor Presents: An Overview of the Traveler Path to Purchase July 20, 2018
- Think with Google presents: Why people need to “know before they go” July 13, 2018
- TripAdvisor Presents Influences on Diner Decision-Making July 5, 2018
- Think with Google presents: Digital assistants and the future of emerging technology in Canada July 5, 2018
TOTA News
- Manic Monday – Research Highlights the Significance of Tourism in the Thompson Okanagan June 24, 2019
- Manic Monday – I Know Which History I Want To Be A Part Of… June 17, 2019
- Gearing Up for the Summer with SuperHost June 14, 2019
- Manic Monday – Crisis Management – Proper Communication is a Priority June 10, 2019
- Tourism; Hospitality HR/OHS Roundtable – Kamloops June 3, 2019
- Manic Monday – Rendez-vous Canada “For Glowing Hearts” Our Hearts Are Glowing June 3, 2019
- News Release: Keeping visitors to the Thompson Okanagan safe during emergencies June 1, 2019
- Memorandum of Understanding signed between Thompson Okanagan Tourism & Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Tourism May 31, 2019
- Manic Monday – TOTA on the World Stage with the UNWTO May 27, 2019
- Manic Monday – Tourism Information Centres not Just for Visitors May 20, 2019
- 28th Annual TOTA Golf Tournament – Save the Date May 15, 2019
- Destination Ambassador offered on May 25 in Blind Bay May 15, 2019
- Manic Monday | You Aren’t Just What You Wear but Who You Are Representing May 13, 2019
- Hiring? Take advantage of the ConnexionsFrancophones Virtual Job Fair on May 16 May 10, 2019
- Manic Monday – Building a Responsible Sustainable Tourism Industry May 6, 2019
- SuperHost session held at Kamloops Visitor Centre May 2, 2019
- Manic Monday – TOTA Announces Rural DIvidend Grant April 29, 2019
- Manic Monday – What if you could implement a win, win, win, win initiative? April 15, 2019
- Manic Monday – Finding our Place at the Place Marketing Forum April 8, 2019
- News Release | TOTA Wins Prestigious International Marketing Award April 4, 2019
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