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29 Nov 2023
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: linkedin.com/company/kootena…. #BCTourismCounts
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28 Nov 2023
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: bit.ly/49QPxPu
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27 Nov 2023
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 - bit.ly/3MWe781
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24 Nov 2023
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: bit.ly/3utp2Q4
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24 Nov 2023
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: bit.ly/3R92cGm
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23 Nov 2023
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: Info@KootenayRockies.com
(We'll also include a Powder Highway sticker)
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23 Nov 2023
Destination BC has updated their Emergency Messaging Guidance for industry
✅ Learn More: bit.ly/3bvkrDL
✅ Emergency Resources Tool Kit: bit.ly/47z8i89
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22 Nov 2023
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: bit.ly/3G1d4j2
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17 Nov 2023
🗓️ WEBINAR: Nov 29
▶️ Unlocking Inclusion: From Unconscious Bias to Conscious Workplaces
▶️ Register: bit.ly/3MJzx8d
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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17 Nov 2023
On November 1, BC's New Legislation on Pay Transparency came into Effect
Tourism Workforce Development
✔️ The Pay Transparency Act is Now Law: bit.ly/40BXBPW
✔️ LEARN more about the Facts & Myths, from our Newsletter: bit.ly/3MDqAgI
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16 Nov 2023
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: bit.ly/47aV95C
▶️ Watch the Video: bit.ly/47dJH95
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16 Nov 2023
More Infrastructure Support Creates Resilient Tourism sector, Communities
▶️ News Brief: bit.ly/47arwkl
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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15 Nov 2023
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 : bit.ly/3IOBfkW
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15 Nov 2023
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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14 Nov 2023
All recreational in-water and shoreline activities in Kootenay and Yoho National Park are prohibited until March 31, 2024.
✅ Parks Canada - Kootenay National Park: bit.ly/3QFZxCm
✅ Parks Canada - Yoho National Park: bit.ly/46dnQ0m
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14 Nov 2023
Kootenay Rockies Tourism Association remains committed to supporting sustainable tourism principles and responsible growth in our region.
▶️ Read our newest Sustainable Newsletter: bit.ly/3MDqAgI
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11 Nov 2023
Today, we commemorate and pay tribute to the brave individuals who valiantly fought and made the ultimate sacrifice.
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10 Nov 2023
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: bit.ly/3SA4v6y
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9 Nov 2023
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: bit.ly/40yalHb
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7 Nov 2023
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: bit.ly/4692iBP
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