Local, provincial, and national organizations regularly host in-person and virtual events to provide learning and networking opportunities and facilitate discussions on various topics. Here are some upcoming events you can attend in the weeks ahead.


Partnering to Present: Community Coaching

The Kelowna Chamber is partnering with the Uptown Rutland Business Association and Downtown Kelowna Association to host two free workshops to equip local businesses with the tools they need to respond to homelessness with empathy, confidence, and compassion:

Register through the links above or visit the Kelowna Chamber website for more details. 


Business After Hours

Several Central Okanagan organizations are hosting business after-hours events—click the links below for more info:


Psych Safety Day 2024: Within, Between, Among

This half-day virtual event, taking place from 12 to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, November 20, brings together thought leaders and industry experts from various fields to discuss, share, and learn the latest insights and strategies for creating more inclusive, innovative and high-performing work environments. Tickets are $149, with a 15% discount for groups of 5 or more. Click here to learn more and to purchase tickets. 


Tourism Kelowna Holiday Mixer

Central Okanagan tourism industry members are invited to Tourism Kelowna's annual Holiday Mixer, taking place from 4 to 6 p.m. on November 27 at Revelry Food + Music Hub. This popular event is the perfect time for the industry to come together, connect with colleagues, and celebrate the festive season. Light canapes and a welcome drink will be provided, and a cash bar will also be available. Register through Eventbrite. 


Beyond Handshakes: Modern Strategies for Effective Networking

Join the Kelowna Chamber and The Big Picture Coach on Wednesday, November 27, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. for this interactive workshop designed to provide attendees with strategies for effective networking. Tickets are $25 for Chamber members and $35 for non-members. Learn more and register through the Chamber website. 


Destination Canada's Virtual Annual Public Meeting

Join Destination Canada (DC) on Thursday, November 28, at 10 a.m. PT for its annual public meeting. The online event will feature the launch of DC's Wealth & Wellbeing Index, part of the Canadian Tourism Data Collective the organization launched earlier this year. Learn more and register here. 


Small Business BC (SBBC) Live Education

SBBC regularly hosts live webinars and provides access to on-demand learning. Visit the SBBC website to see what's coming up and to find more information on accessing these and future education webinars, along with other SBBC resources, free of charge, on Destination BC’s website.


Future Events

Have an upcoming event or webinar that would interest those in the tourism industry? Email us so we can include the information in our next roundup.