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. …

Keeping up With MRDT Changes

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The City of Kelowna has applied to the province to exercise their option to redirect new Municipal Regional District Tax (MRDT) funding collected from Online Accommodation Platforms (OAP) towards affordable housing initiatives rather than to destination marketing…