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BC Hotel Association Encourages Accommodation Sector to Source Locally

The British Columbia Hotel Association (BCHA) has launched a new video encouraging the province's accommodation sector to invest in local businesses and help build back B.C.'s economy stronger than ever.

While the campaign is directed to accommodators, it's beneficial for all sectors to support local when possible. When sourcing new products or services, be sure to seek and consider B.C. and Canadian businesses.

Learn More & Explore Local Businesses →

 

The British Columbia Hotel Association (BCHA) has launched a new video encouraging the province's accommodation sector to invest in local businesses and help build back B.C.'s economy stronger than ever.

Funded by the Government of Canada and delivered through provincial and territorial chambers of commerce, the BCHA was among 88 applicants to receive a grant from the Shop Local initiative that encourages Canadians to spend their dollars locally to help businesses navigate through the pandemic beyond.

Learn More & Explore Local Businesses →

While the campaign is directed to accommodators, it's beneficial for all sectors to support local when possible. When sourcing new products or services, be sure to seek and consider B.C. and Canadian businesses.

Reasons for Companies to Shop Local

  1. Contribute to Community Growth and Cohesiveness

  2. You Can Buy It Where You Try It

  3. Give Back to Your Community

  4. Independent Businesses Help Give a Destination Its Distinct Personality

 
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