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Spring usually brings additional visitors seeking great weather, outdoor trails, golf, and new releases at local wineries. Our marketing, business development, and visitor experience strategies over the last number of years have resulted in strong, sustained growth in occupancy, visitation, and…
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On Monday, March 29, BC's Provincial Health Officer, Dr. Bonnie Henry, announced a "circuit breaker" to help combat the rising cases of COVID-19, with revised province-wide restrictions now in effect until 11:59 p.m. on April 19, 2021. …
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As consumers and businesses continue to spend more time in the digital sphere, heightened throughout the course of the pandemic, the importance of having strong digital marketing skills is more important than ever. Thanks to our regional, provincial, and national tourism organizations, increasing your knowledge and skills is easy…
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As the global COVID-19 pandemic carries on, airlines and airports across the country, including Kelowna International Airport (YLW), continue to work hard and adhere to stringent protocols so staff and those with essential travel needs stay safe…
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As we near one full year of travel restrictions due to the global health pandemic, Tourism Kelowna wanted to once again gauge the economic impact COVID-19 continues to have on the tourism industry. In mid-February, we sent out our fourth COVID-19 Impact Survey to all Tourism Kelowna stakeholders, and once again we received strong interest and engagement levels from all sectors of the industry…
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We want to recognize some of the award wins and notable news from our local tourism industry that occurred over the past month…
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Through its Tourism Skills Training Program, the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association (TOTA) is preparing participants for jobs in the tourism and hospitality sectors. Tourism businesses in the region can support and work with program participants in several ways…
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Earlier this month, the Government of Canada announced an additional $500 million in funding for the Regional Relief and Recovery Fund (RRRF), with 25% of the total $2 billion in funds designated for the tourism industry. …
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The City of Kelowna has launched a new grant program to support eligible non-profit organizations that continue to be impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.…
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Thanks to funding from the provincial government, the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association (TOTA), in conjunction with the University of Victoria-Peter B. Gustavson School of Business, will be delivering a 13-week program designed to support farmers, crafters, and artisans with developing products that are ready for market. …
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