Each year, Sport Tourism Canadahosts Sport Events Congress (SEC), the largest sports tourism gathering in the country. This year, more than 300 people—representing national and provincial sports organizations, event rights holders and planners, event management firms, destination tourism professionals, and elected officials—travelled to Calgary, AB, to attend the event…
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The Province of British Columbia has announced a new funding program which aims to enhance BC’s reputation as an events destination, foster economic growth, and increase visitation across the province…
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We're ready to welcome the more than 1,500 Indigenous youth athletes from across British Columbia who will travel to Kelowna next week for the 2025 Jr. All Native Basketball Tournament (JANT). JANT is BC’s largest youth basketball tournament and promotes wellness, sportsmanship, leadership, and…
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On Wednesday, February 12, UBC Okanagan Heatwon the Tourism Kelowna Sport Hosting Excellence Award at the 24th Annual Community Sport Hero Awards, presented by PacificSport Okanagan and the City of Kelowna…
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We are proud to announce that Nicolle Gomez de Sousa has recently been promotedto Director of Business Development at Tourism Kelowna…
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2024 was a milestone year for Tourism Kelowna's Business Development Team, marked by impactful initiatives, cross-market collaborations, and significant results…
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The Canadian Hockey League (CHL) is pleased to announce that Kelowna, British Columbia, has been chosen to hostthe 106th edition of the Memorial Cup in the spring of 2026…
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The Canadian Country Music Association®(CCMA®) recently announced that the 2025 CCMA Awards will take place at Kelowna’s Prospera Place on Saturday, September 13…
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As we transition through fall, the Tourism Kelowna Business Development team has been actively promoting Kelowna as a top-tier destination for business, sports, and major events. From elevating an incentive program to connecting with key planners across North America, our team’s efforts are geared…
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In less than four months, Kelowna will host the2025 Montana's Brier, Canada's largest and most well-known curling event. This marks the first time in over 50 years that the prestigious championship will be held in our city, and excitement is building across the community…
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