Award Wins and Notable News: Summer/Fall 2023
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We want to recognize and celebrate some of the award wins and highlight notable news from our local tourism industry that occurred over the past few months…
Category: Tourism Industry News
Government of Canada Launches Tourism Growth Program
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As part of its ambitious Federal Tourism Growth Strategy, the Government of Canada has launched the new Tourism Growth Program (TGP), which allocates $108 million in funding for eligible communities, businesses, and not-for-profit organizations…
Tourism Kelowna Welcomes Jacqui Dowling to the Team
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Earlier this week, our team welcomed its newest team member, Jacqui Dowling, who we are excited to announce has taken on a newly created Membership & Industry Development role within the organization. …
Tourism Kelowna Quarterly Update: Working Together in Unpredictable Times
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We are pleased to provide you with updates from our team, including an overview of some key initiatives, that took place during the third quarter of 2023…
New BC Pay Transparency Laws Now in Effect
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As of November 1, 2023, employers in BC have new requirements to follow in accordance with the province's new Pay Transparency Act, which seeks to address systemic discrimination in the workplace.…
Showcasing BC's Wine Industry This Fall
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Earlier this month, Wine Growers of British Columbia (WGBC) launched a new campaign urging the public to "Fall for BC Wine" by visiting BC wine country to celebrate harvest and by choosing BC wine at restaurants and liquor stores.…
Kelowna Set to Host the 2025 Montana's Brier
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For the first time since 1968, the world’s most famous national men’s curling championship will be played in Kelowna, B.C., as announced today by Curling Canada. The 2025 Canadian men’s curling championship will take place February 28–March 9 at Prospera Place in Kelowna. …
Tourism Kelowna Team Member, Meghan Olson, Transitions into New Role
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We are excited to share the news that Meghan Olson has moved into the Volunteer & Events Coordinator role within Tourism Kelowna's Community & Visitor Engagement Team…
British Columbians Invited to Provide Input on Disaster Financial Assistance Regulations
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The provincial government is inviting British Columbians to provide input to help shape and improve new emergency-management regulations, including post-emergency financial assistance for people recovering from a disaster…
Kelowna International Airport (YLW): Fall 2023 Update
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Airline service is essential to connect travellers with our destination. Tourism Kelowna works with the Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to support its activities and market to travellers in destinations within and beyond Canada. Here's a round-up of some recent news from YLW, including some collaborative activities that Tourism Kelowna was involved in. …
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Kelowna, B.C. V1Y 6S4 Canada
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