Tourism Kelowna Update: Q1 2024
We are pleased to provide you with updates from our team, including an overview of some key initiatives that took place during the first quarter of 2024…
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Micro-Grant Funding Available as Part of the BC Tourism Climate Resiliency Initiative
Applications for the second intake of Project Two of the BC Tourism Climate Resiliency Initiative (BCTCRI) are now open, offering micro-grants of up to $15,000 for eligible organizations…
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Tourism Kelowna Announces New Board of Directors
The Tourism Kelowna Society held its 2023 Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday, May 9, at the Coast Capri Hotel to announce its 2024-25 Board of Directors, update the association’s membership on recent accomplishments, and outline future priorities…
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Canadian Premier League Launches "On Tour" Series with Visit to Kelowna
On May 8, the Canadian Premier League (CPL) launched the “On Tour” series, which will debut next month in Kelowna, BC…
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Destination Canada Launches Fund to Attract International Business Events to Canada
Earlier this spring, Destination Canada announced the launch of a new, three-year International Convention Attraction Fund (ICAF) in a strategic move to bolster Canada’s global competitiveness in attracting major international conventions, conferences, and events to Canada. …
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BC Hotel Association Announces Launch of Emergency Management Central Booking Portal
On May 1, 2024, the BC Hotel Association (BCHA), the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport, and the Ministry of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness collectively announced the development of the Emergency Management Central Booking Portal…
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Government of BC Provides Additional Information on New Short-Term Rental Rules
Last week, the Government of BC released additional information to guide hosts, platforms, and visitors through the changes related to new rules for short-term rentals that come into effect on May 1, 2024…
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YLW and Pacific Coastal Announce New Direct Route Between Kelowna and Comox
Another direct route connecting Kelowna and Vancouver Island is set to launch on June 25, 2024, operating six days a week, from Sunday to Friday. …
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Tourism Kelowna Finalist in Wine Growers of BC Awards
Tourism Kelowna was pleased to be included in the finalists for the Wine Growers of BC Industry Recognition Awards Ceremony held on Tuesday, March 12, in Penticton. Tourism Kelowna's work earned us a spot in the Master Marketer category among other finalists, including uncorkBC, Gone West Wine Club…
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Take Advantage of the Resources and Services Offered by go2HR
As spring quickly approaches and another post-secondary term nears its close, now is the time for local tourism and hospitality businesses to consider their human resource (HR) needs for the remainder of 2024…
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