New Strategic Framework for Tourism Recovery and Resiliency Launched
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The Government of BC recently released its three-year strategic plan to bolster the province’s vital tourism industry through recovery and beyond…
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Government of BC Announces Additional Support for the Tourism Sector
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On February 10, the Government of BC announced that it will be investing more than $9 million over the next two years, as part of its Tourism Recovery Initiatives Action Plan, to support both the recovery and restart of business events and for much-needed workforce initiatives. …
Health Officials Announce New Province-Wide COVID-19 Restrictions
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With COVID-19 case counts once again on the rise, the provincial government has announced that additional province-wide restrictions will come into effect at 11:59 p.m. on December 22; these restrictions will remain in place until 11:59 p.m. on January 18, 2022. …
BC Introduces Permanent Paid Sick Leave
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BC will be the first province in Canada to provide workers with paid sick leave when changes to the Employment Standards Act (ESA) take effect on January 1, 2022…
Provincial State of Emergency Extended Until December 28
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The provincial state of emergency has been extended until December 28, 2021, having been instituted in response to severe flooding and mudslides throughout the province in November…
Emergency Information and Resources for Tourism Industry Members: BC Flood 2021
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Earlier this week, heavy rain led to flooding and landslides in several parts of British Columbia. Our thoughts are with all the communities who have been affected by these devastating weather events and we extend our thanks to the emergency personnel and volunteers working hard to assist those in need…
MRDT Renewal Application Update
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Tourism Kelowna is currently supporting the City of Kelowna in renewing its 5-year agreement with the Province of British Columbia for funding through the province’s MRDT (Municipal and Regional District Tax) program. This is a lengthy application process that involves the development of an updated strategic plan, extensive consultation with business and community partners, and gathering letters of support from local accommodators, businesses, and the City of Kelowna. …
Proof of Vaccination Requirement Now in Effect Across BC
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Starting today, September 13, certain businesses, services, and events will need to verify proof of vaccination from all BC residents and visitors to the province who are 12 years of age or older. …
Provincial Health Officials Announce Full Details for BC Vaccine Card
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Provincial health officials have outlined full details of the BC Vaccine Card, which will be required to be shown as proof of vaccination to access certain businesses, services, and events. …
Applications for the Fairs, Festivals, and Events Recovery Fund Now Being Accepted
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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). …
Tourism Kelowna would like to thank Westbank First Nation and Okanagan Indian Band for the privilege to live, work, and play on the tm̓xʷúlaʔxʷ (land), that is the unceded and traditional territory of syilx Okanagan peoples, the original stewards of these lands and to whom we give thanks to as our hosts
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