To help accommodators understand and implement the upcoming proof of vaccination (PoV) requirement set to begin on September 13, 2021, the BC Hotel Association (BCHA) provided the following update and guidance…
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Kelowna has continued to be included in travel media articles throughout the summer thanks to established relationships with media from numerous past visits. …
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The Fairs, Festivals, and Events Recovery Fund is a new program launched by the Government of BC to assist the hard-hit events industry by providing eligible organizations with one-time grants for up to 20% of an event's total budget (to a maximum of $250,000 per application). …
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Exploring our region's four-season playground is now even easier for Quebecois travellers thanks to the launch of Air Canada's new direct flights from Montreal to Kelowna. In response to this new air service, our team has created a French microsite to help attract more visitors from Quebec and connect them with remarkable experiences in our destination, for when it's time to travel again…
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As of September 13, 2021, residents of BC and visitors to the province will be required to show proof of having received their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine in order to access certain businesses, services, and events, including meetings and conferences. …
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Although public health officials are currently not encouraging non-essential travel to the Interior Health Region, we know that the measures being taken now will ensure that we can welcome back travellers from the US and other international destinations soon. This will include meetings, conferences, and events business, which brings valuable economic impact to our region, particularly during shoulder seasons. …
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Without question, this is the most challenging summer Kelowna and the Central Okanagan has faced in our lifetime. What's even tougher to comprehend, is that it's coming off the toughest year our industry has faced.…
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To support business recovery, growth, and innovation, Accelerate Okanagan has launched Advisor Access, a new program that connects small business owners in the Okanagan—from Osoyoos to Salmon Arm—with advisors for a free, one-on-one coaching session. …
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Every year, Tourism Kelowna distributes a survey to its voting stakeholders to measure their overall satisfaction with the organization's programs and services. The survey provides stakeholders with the opportunity to share their feedback and views with our team, which in turn helps us make strategic and tactical changes that directly impact their needs. …
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On August 6, to further its efforts in combatting COVID-19, Interior Health announced additional regional restrictions for Kelowna and the Central Okanagan.…
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