Tag: Tourism

Contract talks stalled for union workers at Victoria’s Empress hotel

Tourism Emily Joveski -
Contract talks have broken off between Victoria’s Fairmont Empress hotel and the union representing its workers.

B.C. launches new permitting hub for adventure tourism operators

Tourism Emily Joveski -
British Columbia has launched a pilot project aimed at speeding up permits for adventure tourism operators, with the province promising a simpler process and shorter wait times.

Tourism Powell River name change a ‘messy situation’: Palm

City of Powell River Bill Kingston -
A member of the public is accusing the tourism society of breaking its agreement to promote the city solely.

B.C. tourism industry bracing for peak-season cancellations due to Air Canada strike

Provincial Emily Joveski -
Tourism operators in B.C. are bracing for a possible financial hit after the union representing about 10,000 Air Canada flight attendants defied a back-to-work order. 

B.C. small businesses worry U.S.-Canada trade dispute could hurt summer season

Provincial Emily Joveski -
Many small businesses in British Columbia are concerned the ongoing U.S.-Canada trade dispute could disrupt their operations this summer, according to data from the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB).

New CEO for Tourism Vancouver Island

News Justin Goulet -
Tourism Vancouver Island has found its new Chief Executive Officer. Dave Petryk is retiring after 17 years, and Anthony Everett...

Tourism Developing New Attraction Tools

News Justin Goulet -
Tourism Vancouver Island is working to develop new attraction tools. Spokesperson Calum Matthews says they’ve received $30,000 dollars from the...

Tourism booming on the Sunshine Coast

News Justin Goulet -
It's been a strong summer for tourism on the Sunshine Coast. According to Sunshine Coast Tourism, about 1.6 million...

New app boosts tourism on North Vancouver Island

News Justin Goulet -
Outdoor enthusiasts now have an app to help guide them around North Island trails. Tourism Vancouver Island North has released...

Kwa’lilas Hotel Officially Open in Port Hardy

News Justin Goulet -
The Chief of the Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'wx Nation Nation is welcoming the grand opening of the nation's newest economic enterprise. The Kwa'lilas...

Tourism sector receives Provincial funding

News Justin Goulet -
The provincial government is continuing to invest in tourism on the North Island. Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills...

Summer events equal boost in local tourism sector

News Justin Goulet -
Last summer's PRISMA (Pacific Region International Summer Music Academy) was a great success in Powell River, and Mayor Dave...

BC drawing strong number of International tourists

News Justin Goulet -
International tourism in BC is up this year. Numbers released by the province show nearly half-a-million more international visitors...

Tourism business is booming for boating industry

News Justin Goulet -
It's been a good year for the tourism boating business. More people are taking advantage of an online tool...

Sunshine Coast Tourism booming in 2016

News Justin Goulet -
2016 isn't over just yet, but Sunshine Coast Tourism says this year has been great. Celia Robben, President of Sunshine...

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2026 BC Election
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