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Advocating why Tourism in BC is important to the Global economy.
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Don't miss the opportunity to stay connected with us on LinkedIn. Discover why Tourism in British Columbia plays a crucial role in the Global economy. Follow us here: https://t.co/ctD9ZCCAD5. #BCTourismCounts

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The Measuring Canadian Travel Patterns report was created to help industry understand their weekly domestic visitors.

Key Findings (October 29 - November 4, 2023):
▶️ Read the Full Report: https://t.co/s7neZikKg5

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From September to October 2023, the tourism and hospitality industry in BC experienced a 1.6% decrease in employment, resulting in a loss of 7,000 jobs compared to October 2019.

✅ Visit go2HR's Employment Tracker for Industry Data - https://t.co/aIdWqPDFMw

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Join the Tourism Industry Association of Canada on Dec 5 (10am PT/11am MT) for a webinar by Immigration, Refugees & Citizenship Canada. Gain insights into Visa updates, Special Events Services & guidelines for International Events in Canada.

✅ INFO: https://t.co/g0iYtkVs7D

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Tourism HR Canada and the Conference Board of Canada has recently released the latest Projections of Tourism Employment in Canada which offers a look at labour supply and demand through to 2027.

▶️ Read the Full Report & Review the Flat Sheets: https://t.co/XoX9pUPFOC

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Get on the early bird mail out list of our new Road Trips & Winter Experiences Map-Brochure.

Available December 1 - Email your mailing address today!
Email: [email protected]
(We'll also include a Powder Highway sticker)

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Destination BC has updated their Emergency Messaging Guidance for industry

✅ Learn More: https://t.co/y7g7Adumdc
✅ Emergency Resources Tool Kit: https://t.co/f71fy2NVii

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On November 29, Destination Canada is hosting Destination Dialogues: Innovations in Rural Destination Development, a free online event that aims to inspire, inform, and strengthen destination development in rural Canadian contexts.

🍁 Learn more: https://t.co/RmWWE8aZSE

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🗓️ WEBINAR: Nov 29
▶️ Unlocking Inclusion: From Unconscious Bias to Conscious Workplaces
▶️ Register: https://t.co/Y4anZlbAss

Join go2HR for a workshop lead by Equity, Diversity and Inclusive expert Kristin Bower, where a framework for a more inclusive and equitable workplace.

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On November 1, BC's New Legislation on Pay Transparency came into Effect
Tourism Workforce Development

✔️ The Pay Transparency Act is Now Law: https://t.co/2XlP5n1PrP
✔️ LEARN more about the Facts & Myths, from our Newsletter: https://t.co/hpALld3h6n

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PARTNER FEATURE
Natural Selection Picks RED Mountain Resort in Rossland, BC, as its Only Canadian Stop For 2024 Worldwide DUELS Qualifiers

▶️ Read the Press Release: https://t.co/LQYVfAj2WO
▶️ Watch the Video: https://t.co/AHfqf8aLBC

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More Infrastructure Support Creates Resilient Tourism sector, Communities
▶️ News Brief: https://t.co/aYv0bkX4un

Thirty-one new recipients will receive nearly $15 million in 2023-24 with one-time grants, with $3.5 Million to eight projects in the Kootenay Rockies.

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Our Kootenay Rockies Board of Directors elected their new Executive.

(Back LtoR): Meghan Porath, Tristan MacLaggan, Mike Riediger, Mike McPhee
(Front LtoR): Kristy Jahn-Smith, Janice Alpine, Andrea Ryman

▶️ Full Executive Board : https://t.co/05v68ekU5i

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On behalf of the KRT Board of Directors and staff, we thank all who attended our AGM and Conference in Invermere in early November.

Photo (L to R): Maya Lange, Destination BC; Walt Judas, Tourism Industry Association of BC; Jenn Houtby-Ferguson, Vancouver Island University.

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All recreational in-water and shoreline activities in Kootenay and Yoho National Park are prohibited until March 31, 2024.

✅ Parks Canada - Kootenay National Park: https://t.co/Hph3LG6Rfj
✅ Parks Canada - Yoho National Park: https://t.co/qPBqBPG1S4

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Kootenay Rockies Tourism Association remains committed to supporting sustainable tourism principles and responsible growth in our region.

▶️ Read our newest Sustainable Newsletter: https://t.co/hpALld3h6n

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Today, we commemorate and pay tribute to the brave individuals who valiantly fought and made the ultimate sacrifice.

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In the Media
Story: The Best Times to Visit Canada, According to Local Experts (by Jonny Bierman)
Featuring: The Powder Highway

❄️ Read the Full Story: https://t.co/lVgzCAnR7c

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In the Media
Story: How Much 3 Days at a Ski Resort on BC's Powder Highway Will Cost You (by Dave Pottinger)

❄️ We went shopping for the best lift ticket prices in December, read the article to learn more: https://t.co/iE5q2dJAOK

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In the Media
Story: Kootenays offer a Hot Time in the Mineral Springs (by Kim Pemberton)
Featuring: Ainsworth & Halcyon Hot Springs Resort, Kaslo, Nakusp, Nelson & the Slocan Valley

♨️ Read the full story: https://t.co/4WU1u5xKXs