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The latest Thompson Okanagan tourism industry news from TOTA, tourism businesses, and communities.

 
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Working Effectively with Indigenous Peoples Workshop

 

Sign up for the “Working Effectively with Indigenous Peoples Workshop” designed for tourism professionals in the BC tourism industry. These free sessions focus on strengthening relations and community connections.

Sessions will:

  • Build Stronger Relationships: Learn key strategies for respectful, effective collaboration.

  • Enhance Cultural Awareness: Gain insights into Indigenous history and contemporary issues.

  • Practical Learning: Interactive content focused on real-world applications.

Register now for sessions on January 14 & 16.

 
 
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Working Effectively with Indigenous Peoples® Workshop

Registration is now open for the Working Effectively with Indigenous Peoples® workshop.

 

In an effort to support community-based needs within the industry Destination BC (DBC) is running two free virtual training sessions titled “Working Effectively with Indigenous Peoples®” these session aims to deepen Indigenous awareness and strengthen community connections.

These workshops will help attendees build:

  • Indigenous Awareness

    &

  • Indigenous Relations

Registration is now open for the fall sessions running on October 21, 2024, and December 5, 2024.

 
 
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Destination BC Tourism Digital Academy Registration Opens

Destination BC has once again launched the Tourism Digital Academy.

 

Destination BC has once again launched the Tourism Digital Academy. The Tourism Digital Academy is a free, 8-week digital marketing program for BC tourism businesses who are interested in building their knowledge and skills in digital marketing to an intermediate level.

Designed for business owners or their marketing team members, this comprehensive program is focused on providing practical, actionable guidance to complete your digital marketing plan. From setting your goals, to building a better understanding of SEO, website usability, content, email marketing, analytics and more – you’ll leave the program with the confidence and knowledge to put that plan into action.

Intake for October 8, 2024 - November 27, 2024 is now open!

Intake for October 15, 2024 - December 4, 2024 is now open!

Learn more and Register for this program by visiting Destinationbc.ca/Learning-Centre.

 
 
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