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Sustainability Micro-Grant Program Virtual Info Session
May
7
1:00 PM13:00

Sustainability Micro-Grant Program Virtual Info Session

Join Destination BC for a virtual information session for the BC Tourism Climate Resiliency Initiative (BCTCRI). Interested applicants are invited to learn more about the application process, eligibility criteria and more.

The BCTCRI micro-grant program provides eligible BC tourism businesses and non-profits with up to $15,000 in funding to enable implementation of existing sustainability and climate adaption plans or obtain sustainability certification.

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Destination BC Tourism Industry Webinar for Thompson Okanagan
Jun
13
1:00 PM13:00

Destination BC Tourism Industry Webinar for Thompson Okanagan

Learn about Destination BC’s strategies and programs to support the Thompson Okanagan tourism industry in 2023 and the years to come. The webinar will include an overview of Destination BC’s new 2023 to 2025 corporate and marketing strategies, funded programs in Thompson Okanagan, and their work with partners and their roles, across the region.

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Tasting the Okanagan Through the Ages | South Okanagan Food & Drink Experience Development Program 
Jun
11
5:30 PM17:30

Tasting the Okanagan Through the Ages | South Okanagan Food & Drink Experience Development Program 

Tasting the Okanagan Through the Ages is an event created through the South Okanagan Food & Drink Experience Development Program which occurred between September 2021 - January 2022 in partnership with TOTA, Destination BC, and the Culinary Tourism Alliance.

Join Chef Aman Dosanj of the Paisley Notebook pop-up series for an immersive dining experience on Covert Farm's 650-acre, fourth-generation farm. The event will guide guests through a multi-course food and wine paired sensory journey of our bountiful region.

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Returning to Work: Protecting Mental Health 
Jun
25
9:30 AM09:30

Returning to Work: Protecting Mental Health 

Returning to the workplace during this pandemic will be a challenging and emotional time for many. Concerns about your own health and safety, as well as looking after the concerns of employees and guests, can be additional causes of stress and anxiety for many tourism business operators as they work to provide a safe and healthy workplace.

In this session, facilitated by go2HR in partnership with the Canadian Mental Health Association, you will learn practical strategies for taking care of your own mental health and that of your employees. Plus, techniques to help them prevent bullying and harassment in the workplace, and de-escalate potential situations with guests.

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Restart Safely: Health & Safety Essentials to Support Re-Opening 
Jun
10
9:30 AM09:30

Restart Safely: Health & Safety Essentials to Support Re-Opening 

With companies restarting operations in line with BC’s Restart Plan, employers are trying to navigate the multitude of orders, regulations, and guidelines put forth by various regulatory agencies. From understanding public health orders and WorkSafeBC protocols, to knowing how to prepare a workable COVID-19 Safety Plan, tourism employers have a lot to deal with right now. In this webinar, we will look at some key considerations to ensure that you re-open safely, including how to do a risk assessment of your workplace, how to develop and implement meaningful policies and procedures, and how to get your team ready.

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Webinar on Using Social Media to Support Re-Opening
May
26
9:30 AM09:30

Webinar on Using Social Media to Support Re-Opening

Social has been and will continue to be, the most effective way to educate, inspire, and communicate with our audience of guests. Now, however, is a special time with special consideration. Our communities are more important that ever, but how can we maintain a safe, responsible message while easing back to business?
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