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Posted: April 1, 2025

How BC Tourism Leaders Are Leveraging Major Events to Drive Province-Wide Benefits

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Posted: March 31, 2025

Tourism Week 2025 Toolkit and Resources

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Posted: March 18, 2025

Canada’s Consultations on Countermeasures to US Tariffs

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Posted: March 17, 2025

Travel Media Coverage Report: January 2025

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Posted: March 14, 2025

BC Wildfire Service prohibitions for 2025

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Posted: March 12, 2025

Celebrating Excellence: 2025 BC Tourism Industry Award Winners

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Posted: March 11, 2025

BC Government Announces Funding Through New Destination Events Program

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Posted: March 10, 2025

News Release: Official FIFA World Cup 26™ Vancouver Sonic ID remix drops today

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Posted: March 6, 2025

Indigenous Tourism Businesses in BC Recipients of Signature Indigenous Tourism Experiences Stream Funding

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Posted: March 5, 2025

PacifiCan Announces Over $4.8 Million in Funding to Attract More Visitors to BC

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Posted: March 4, 2025

Destination BC Releases 2024 BC Resident Perceptions of Tourism Research

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Posted: February 24, 2025

Highlights from Explore BC 2025: Authentic Experiences, Stronger Connections

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Posted: February 24, 2025

Destination BC Launches FIFA Promotion at IMM 2025

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Posted: February 18, 2025

Tackling Tariffs: Strengthening Global Connections through Tourism

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Posted: February 13, 2025

British Columbia’s Cruise Industry Expands with Major Growth and Sustainability Initiatives

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Posted: February 3, 2025

Invictus Games Travel Tips from Canada Border Services Agency

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Posted: January 30, 2025

Congratulations Boundary Country “Spark” Program Winners!

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Posted: January 30, 2025

Destination BC Welcomes New Tourism Marketing Committee Member – Kimo Linders

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Posted: January 29, 2025

Destination BC Promotes Winter Travel at ISPO Beijing 2025

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Posted: January 29, 2025

Introducing the British Columbia Tourism Football Club: 500 Days to FIFA World Cup 2026™

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Posted: January 28, 2025

BC Hotel Association Welcomes Paul Hawes as President and CEO

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Posted: January 27, 2025

Fall Has it All: Updates from Destination BC’s 2024 Seasonal Marketing Campaign

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Posted: January 24, 2025

Destination BC Welcomes Two New Members to Accessibility and Inclusion Committee

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Posted: January 22, 2025

Destination BC Launches Industry Survey to Advance Sustainable and Climate-Ready Tourism

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Posted: January 21, 2025

Destination BC Hosts First Travel Media Familiarization Tour of 2025

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Posted: January 20, 2025

BC Government News Release: New Short-term Rental Registry, Host Registration Required

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Posted: January 15, 2025

Congratulations Sunshine Coast “Spark” Program Winners!

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Posted: January 13, 2025

BC Government News Release: Camping Reservations Open in Several BC Parks Campgrounds

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Posted: December 31, 2024

Building a More Inclusive Fishing Tourism Industry in BC

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Posted: December 21, 2024

Wendy Lisogar-Cocchia Appointed British Columbia’s 31st Lieutenant Governor

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Posted: December 19, 2024

Congratulations Cowichan “Spark” Program Winners!

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Posted: December 17, 2024

Remembering Al Raine

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Posted: November 27, 2024

New Program Aims to “Spark” Innovative Tourism Ideas in the Boundary Country

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Posted: November 20, 2024

Destination BC Promotes Northern BC Travel in Germany with First-ever Immersive Car Wash

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Posted: November 18, 2024

BC Government News Release: New Cabinet Ready to Deliver on the Priorities of British Columbians

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Posted: November 18, 2024

Government of Canada News Release: Investment in BC’s Small Craft Harbours

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Posted: November 13, 2024

New Program Aims to Spark Innovative Tourism Ideas in the Sunshine Coast/qathet Region

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Posted: November 7, 2024

New Visual Asset Production for Iconic Brands

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Posted: November 7, 2024

Travel Media Brings The Great Wilderness to California

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Posted: November 7, 2024

PacifiCan Announces Investments in Tourism and Small Businesses in BC

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Posted: November 4, 2024

Destination BC Launches Beta Test of New HelloBC AI Concierge to Support Digital Visitor Servicing

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Posted: October 11, 2024

Condé Nast Announces 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards

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Posted: October 11, 2024

Destination BC Familiarization Tour Promotes Rainforest to Rockies

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Posted: October 11, 2024

Supporting BC’s Visitor Services Network

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Posted: September 26, 2024

Celebrating 10 Years of The Amazing Race Canada

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Posted: September 16, 2024

Michelin Guide Recognizes Eleven BC Hotels

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Posted: September 16, 2024

Destination BC Launches New Ski Marketing Campaign in California

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Posted: September 5, 2024

Destination BC 2024/25 Ski Season Promotion Kicks Off in China

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Posted: September 4, 2024

New Program Aims to “Spark” Innovative Tourism Ideas in the Cowichan Region

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Posted: September 4, 2024

Fall Has it All: New Destination BC Marketing Campaign Promotes Fall Travel to BC Wine Regions

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Posted: August 19, 2024

Destination BC Tourism Marketing Committee: Call for Applications 2025-2027 Term

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Posted: August 16, 2024

Travel Media Coverage Report – June 2024

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Posted: August 2, 2024

Destination BC – August 1, 2024 Tourism Industry Call

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Posted: August 2, 2024

BC Government News Release: People Advised to Be Prepared for Wildfires Over the Long Weekend

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Posted: August 2, 2024

BC Government News Release: Drivers Advised to Plan Ahead for a Safe BC Day Weekend

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Posted: August 2, 2024

Emergency Alert: Flood Warning and Flood Watch issued for Chilcotin and Fraser Rivers

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Posted: July 31, 2024

BC Wildfire Service News Release: Campfire Prohibition to be Rescinded in Prince George and Northwest Fire Centres

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Posted: July 31, 2024

Canada Border Services Agency Tips for Long Weekend Travel

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Posted: July 30, 2024

Barkerville Historic Town & Park to Reopen on August 2, 2024

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Posted: July 26, 2024

Destination BC Hosts Destination Development Engagement Sessions for Southern Valleys and South East BC Iconics

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Posted: July 25, 2024

BC Destination Management Organization Association Announce New Chair and Board of Directors for 2024/25

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Posted: July 25, 2024

BC Government News Release: Temporary Relief to Help Wineries Produce a 2024 Vintage

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Posted: July 24, 2024

Destination BC Learning Centre Resource: Working with the Travel Trade Six-Part Video Series

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Posted: July 23, 2024

Destination BC Launches Consumer Activation in China Promoting Rainforest to Rockies

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Posted: July 22, 2024

BC Government News Release: Drivers warned to prepare for highway closures due to wildfires

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Posted: July 19, 2024

BC Government News Release: Construction Advances on New Belleville Terminal in Victoria’s Inner Harbour

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Posted: July 19, 2024

Government of Canada News Release: Protecting Nature in British Columbia and Across Canada to Help Fight Climate Change and Protect Biodiversity

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Posted: July 16, 2024

BC Government News Release: People Invited to Test Drive the Next DriveBC

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Posted: July 10, 2024

2024 BC Parks Visitor Satisfaction Survey

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Posted: July 9, 2024

BC Wildfire Information Bulletin: Province-wide Ban on Category 1 Campfires

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Posted: July 8, 2024

Jump In International Traffic for Vancouver International Airport

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Posted: July 8, 2024

Active Transportation Summit 2024 Highlights

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Posted: July 5, 2024

BC Government News Release: Prepare for Heat

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Posted: June 24, 2024

BC Government News Release: Construction will begin on new Centre for Food, Wine and Tourism

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Posted: June 19, 2024

Destination BC Invites Californians to Recharge in BC this Fall

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Posted: June 14, 2024

Market Watch: Mexico

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Posted: June 13, 2024

Destination BC and Partners Target Singapore Market with Spring Familiarization Tours

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Posted: June 12, 2024

Destination BC Launches The Great Wilderness Iconic Brand in California

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Posted: June 12, 2024

BC Government Takes Action Ahead of Summer Wildfire Season

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Posted: June 11, 2024

Destination BC and Tourism Industry Partners Showcase 12 Destination Development Case Studies from Across BC

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Posted: June 11, 2024

Highlights from the 2024 Snow Travel Expo in Australia

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Posted: May 29, 2024

Destination BC, With Support from PacifiCan, Celebrates the Completion of New Community Tourism Plans

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Posted: May 27, 2024

Destination BC Launches Partnership Opportunities: 2024-25 Resident Perceptions of Tourism Research Survey

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Posted: May 15, 2024

Destination BC Launches 2024 Ski Campaign in Australia

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Posted: May 14, 2024

Experience New Diverse Offerings from BC’s Wine Regions this Season

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Posted: May 9, 2024

BC Government News Release: New tools will help people prepare, stay informed during emergencies

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Posted: May 1, 2024

BC Hotel Association Announces Launch of Emergency Management Central Booking Portal

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Posted: April 30, 2024

Destination BC Provides $4.38M to Support 63 Co-operative Tourism Marketing Partnerships Across the Province

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Posted: April 18, 2024

BC Government News Release: New Rules Take Effect to Rein in Short-term Rentals, Deliver More Homes

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Posted: April 17, 2024

Destination BC Releases 2023 Survey Results on Resident Perceptions of BC’s Tourism Industry

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Posted: April 16, 2024

Federal Budget 2024: Tourism Highlights

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Posted: April 16, 2024

Entrepreneurs Awarded Grants and Mentorships to Help Spark New Tourism Ideas in BC

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Posted: April 15, 2024

BC’s Visitor Centres Receive Funding for Community-Based Experience Enhancement, Supporting Compelling Reasons for People to Explore BC

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Posted: April 15, 2024

Opinion: BC’s Tourism Industry a Resilient Economic Driver

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Posted: April 15, 2024

Tourism Week 2024: Making Remarkable Memories, Together

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Posted: April 15, 2024

Federal Government News: Minister of Tourism Celebrates Tourism Week 2024

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Posted: April 15, 2024

Tourism Week 2024 Toolkit and Resources

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Posted: April 12, 2024

BC Government News Release: Turn the tide during Tsunami Preparedness Week

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Posted: March 27, 2024

BC Government News Release: Province Provides Clarity for Short-Term Rentals Operating in Strata Hotels, Motels

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Posted: March 20, 2024

Destination BC Welcomes New Board Member – Rebecca Wilson-Mah

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Posted: March 14, 2024

BC Government News Release: Park Additions Boost Outdoor Recreation, Strengthen Ecosystem Protection

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Posted: March 13, 2024

BC Government News Release: Early Work Begins on Belleville Terminal Redevelopment

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Posted: March 13, 2024

BC Government News Release: Province Seeks Public input on Proposed Clayoquot Sound Conservancies

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Posted: March 13, 2024

BC Government News Release: BC vineyards, orchards receive help to replant for changing climate

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Posted: March 13, 2024

2024 BC Tourism Industry Awards: Winners Announced

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Posted: March 5, 2024

BC Government News Release: Public Asked for Input on Proposed Great Bear Rainforest Conservation Area

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Posted: February 29, 2024

Kathleen Harvey Recognized as Accessibility Champion by TravelAbility

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Posted: February 27, 2024

Tourism Consortium Gearing Up to Score for BC

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Posted: February 7, 2024

BC Government News Release: Province continues support for fairs, festivals, events

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Posted: February 7, 2024

BC Government News Release: More Wheelchair-Accessible Taxis will Help People Connect with Communities

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Posted: February 6, 2024

BC Government News Release: Parliamentary secretary’s statement on support for B.C. wine sector

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Posted: February 5, 2024

First touch for Vancouver’s FIFA World Cup journey set – Vancouver to host seven matches in 2026

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Posted: February 1, 2024

Bon Voyage, Jacqueline Simpson!

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Posted: January 29, 2024

Destination BC Launches New Resident Perceptions of Tourism Research Toolkit and Snapshot Series Reporting

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Posted: January 23, 2024

New Program Aims to “Spark” Innovative Tourism Ideas Along the Rainforest to Rockies Iconic Route

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Posted: January 23, 2024

Destination BC Launches Rainforest to Rockies in the UK and Australia

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Posted: January 19, 2024

Destination BC Becomes Rainbow Registered

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Posted: January 16, 2024

The BC Tourism Climate Resiliency Initiative Launches: Supporting a Climate-Ready Tourism Sector

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Posted: January 12, 2024

BC Government News Release: Spring Camping Reservations Now Available at BC Parks

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Posted: January 10, 2024

Destination BC Welcomes New Tourism Marketing Committee Members – Angeline Chew and Stewart Cawood

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Posted: December 18, 2023

BC Winter Activities in Full Swing in China

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Posted: December 4, 2023

BC Government News Release: New Pilot Project Supports Restaurant Industry’s Workforce Development

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Posted: November 29, 2023

Destination BC and Indigenous Tourism BC Provide Funding for Community-Based Indigenous Learning & Projects to BC’s Visitor Centres

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Posted: November 29, 2023

BC Government News Release: Deadline Extended for Public Input on Disaster Financial Assistance

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Posted: November 28, 2023

BC Virtual Training for Receptive Tour Operator Jonview

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Posted: November 28, 2023

Vogue Magazine Features West Coast of Vancouver Island

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Posted: November 28, 2023

Federal Government News Release: Funding Announced to Reduce Vancouver International Airport’s Environmental Footprint

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Posted: November 27, 2023

Luxury Travel Agency Virtuoso on Tour in Beijing With BC Overseas Team

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Posted: November 27, 2023

BC Government News Release: Public Engagement Begins for New South Asian Canadian Museum

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Posted: November 20, 2023

Federal Government News Release: Canadian Tourism Growth Program

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Posted: November 10, 2023

British Columbia Crowned Most Desirable Region in the World at 22nd Wanderlust Travel Awards

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Posted: November 8, 2023

Fall Familiarization Trip from China

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Posted: October 27, 2023

BC Government News Release: More Infrastructure Support Creates Resilient Tourism Sector, Communities

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Posted: October 27, 2023

BC Government News: Additional Major Events Municipal and Regional District Tax (MRDT) Consultation

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Posted: October 27, 2023

BC Government News Release: First Phase of Procurement Underway for Belleville Terminal Redevelopment Project

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Posted: October 26, 2023

BC Government News Release: People in Northwestern BC Invited to Corridor-Planning Survey

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Posted: October 25, 2023

BC Government News Release: Indigenous tourism will benefit from workforce funding, training

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Posted: October 21, 2023

BC Government News Release: Influx of Tourists for 111th Grey Cup will Bolster BC’s economy

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Posted: October 17, 2023

Destination Canada Winter Themed Livestream in China Attracts 744,000 Views

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Posted: October 16, 2023

BC Government News Release: Legislation introduced to rein in short-term rentals, deliver more homes for people

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Posted: October 13, 2023

BC Government News Release: BC takes action to reduce impacts of climate-related disasters

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Posted: October 10, 2023

BC Ranks Amongst Best in 2023 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards

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Posted: October 6, 2023

The MICHELIN Guide Vancouver Announces New One Star Restaurant, Five New Bib Gourmands, and 12 Recommended designations

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Posted: October 3, 2023

BC Government News Release: BC Invests in Affordability of Safe, Reliable Coastal Ferry Service

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Posted: September 25, 2023

Destination BC Entices California Skiers to BC’s 13 Ski Resorts

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Posted: September 15, 2023

BC Government News Release: State of Emergency Ends, Fire Response Continues

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Posted: September 15, 2023

Government of Canada News Release: Canada Emergency Business Account – Government Extends Repayment and Partial Loan Forgiveness Deadlines

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Posted: September 15, 2023

BC Government News Release: Lil’wat, N’Quatqua, Province Reach Agreement on Joffre Lakes Access

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Posted: September 15, 2023

Pacific Coastal Airlines Celebrates Inaugural Flights on New Nanaimo Routes

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Posted: September 13, 2023

Help BC recover by exploring BC now!

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Posted: September 8, 2023

Highway 3 – The Winding Route to Adventure

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Posted: September 1, 2023

Destination BC Expands 2023 Ski Marketing Campaign into UK

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Posted: September 1, 2023

BC Government News Release: Highway 4 Reopens Two Full Lanes for Travel

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Posted: August 31, 2023

BC Government News Release: Province Extends State of Emergency Due to Wildfire Risk

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Posted: August 25, 2023

BC Government News Release: Lifted Order and Update on West Kelowna Travel, Accommodation Restrictions

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Posted: August 22, 2023

BC Government News Release: Adjusted Order on Accommodation and Travel Restrictions

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Posted: August 21, 2023

BC Government News Release: Emergency Support Services Available for Wildfire Evacuees

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Posted: August 19, 2023

BC Government News Release: Emergency Order Frees Up Accommodation for Evacuees, Emergency Personnel

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Posted: August 19, 2023

BC Government News Release: Premier’s and Minister’s Statement on Provincial State of Emergency, BC Wildfires

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Posted: August 19, 2023

Government of BC: Wildfire Update and Press Conference – August 18, 2023

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Posted: August 17, 2023

Download the Alertable App – Emergency News at Your Fingertips

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Posted: August 17, 2023

BC Government News Release: Preparing for Extreme Fire Conditions

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Posted: August 16, 2023

BC Government News Release: Public Input Will Enhance BC’s First-Ever Coastal Marine Strategy

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Posted: August 15, 2023

Destination BC Attends Focus Canada and Viva Holidays Roadshow in Australia

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Posted: August 12, 2023

New Water Conservation Tourism Industry Toolkit

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Posted: August 12, 2023

Destination BC Tourism Marketing Committee: Call for Applications 2024-2026 Term

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Posted: August 12, 2023

Destination BC – Waitrose BC Campaign in the UK Achieves Record Breaking Results

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Posted: August 4, 2023

Destination BC Hosts Great Bear Rainforest Imax Event in China

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Posted: August 3, 2023

BC Government News Release: Drivers Encouraged to Plan Ahead for Safe BC Day Long Weekend Travel

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Posted: August 2, 2023

BC Government News Release: Plan Ahead, Be Ready for Wildfire Risks this Long Weekend

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Posted: August 2, 2023

BC Government News Release: Electric Planes, Motorcycles, Boats Showcase BC Clean-Transportation Innovation

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Posted: August 1, 2023

Destination BC Welcomes New Board Members – Bob Simpson and Brian Friesen

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Posted: July 31, 2023

Emergency Info BC News Update: BC Emergency Alert -Evacuation Order for Parts of Osoyoos and Surrounding Area due to Wildfire

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Posted: July 26, 2023

BC Government News Release: Funding Helps People New to BC Find In-Demand Jobs

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Posted: July 20, 2023

Destination BC’s New Learning Centre Resource Can Help Tourism Operators: Everything You Need to Know about Google Analytics 4

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Posted: July 14, 2023

Government of BC: Premier’s Statement on the Death of a BC Wildfire Service Crew Member

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Posted: July 12, 2023

BC Government News Release: BC Looking for Input on Grizzly Stewardship, Bear Viewing

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Posted: July 12, 2023

BC Government News Release: Slope Stabilization Work on Highway 4 Moves Toward Full Reopening

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Posted: July 7, 2023

A Heartwarming Tale of Homecoming and Responsible Tourism: Returning a Stone to Shuswap Lake

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Posted: July 5, 2023

BC Parks Visitor Satisfaction Survey

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Posted: July 4, 2023

Government of Canada News Release: New Federal Tourism Growth Strategy

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Posted: June 28, 2023

Destination BC Forms Accessibility & Inclusion Committee

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Posted: June 22, 2023

go2hr Offers Employer Support for Worker Health and Safety during Wildfires

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Posted: June 21, 2023

Destination BC Partners with Qyer.com to Promote Sustainable Travel in China

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Posted: June 8, 2023

Destination Canada News Release: Destination Canada Launches New Tourism Corridor Strategy

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Posted: May 23, 2023

Destination BC Launches 2023 Ski Marketing Campaign in Australia

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Posted: May 19, 2023

City of Vancouver News Release: FIFA World Cup 26™ Vancouver Official Host City Brand launched

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Posted: May 17, 2023

BC Government News Release: Upgrades made to Juan de Fuca Marine Trail

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Posted: May 15, 2023

BC Government News Release: Revitalization of Vancouver Chinatown supports businesses, tourism

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Posted: May 4, 2023

BC Government News Release: More cell connectivity means safer travel on Highway 14

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Posted: May 3, 2023

BC Government News Release: Province supports sustainable, accessible taxi services

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Posted: April 27, 2023

Not Just Another Day in the Office, for Destination BC Staff

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Posted: April 25, 2023

BC Government News Release: Province expands support for tourism and Science World

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Posted: April 24, 2023

Opinion: Tourism has, and will always be, integral to who we are as British Columbians

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Posted: April 24, 2023

­Destination BC Provides Over $6 Million for Collaborative Tourism Marketing Ventures Throughout the Province

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Posted: April 20, 2023

Destination BC joins Destination A11y Club

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Posted: April 18, 2023

Paddle BC News Release: Explore the best paddling in Canada right here in British Columbia

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Posted: April 18, 2023

Tourism Week 2023

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Posted: April 17, 2023

Government of Canada News Release: Vancouver organizations receive almost $3 million to enhance local tourism experiences

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Posted: April 12, 2023

BC Government News Release: B.C. supports Chinese Canadian Museum as it prepares to open

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Posted: April 3, 2023

Destination BC & Indigenous Tourism BC Launch Indigenous-focused Video Campaign

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Posted: March 28, 2023

Destination BC Attends Mountain Travel Symposium

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Posted: March 24, 2023

Complete the BC-Wide Tourism and Hospitality DEIA Survey

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Posted: March 22, 2023

BC Government News Release: Province improves inclusion, accessibility in BC parks

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Posted: March 20, 2023

Destination BC: Applications Now Open for Accessibility and Inclusion Committee

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Posted: March 16, 2023

Building a Better World, Together: Destination BC Launches Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Strategy

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Posted: March 16, 2023

Vancouver Makes TIME’s World’s Greatest Places for 2023

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Posted: March 3, 2023

2023 BC Tourism and Hospitality Awards Winners!

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Posted: March 1, 2023

Destination BC Drives Seasonal Dispersion with US Spring Campaign 

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Posted: February 28, 2023

New Program Aims to “Spark” Innovative Tourism Ideas in Campbell River

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Posted: February 24, 2023

Destination BC Launches New 2023-2025 Corporate Strategy

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Posted: February 22, 2023

Destination BC Joins CrowdRiff’s Creator Network Program to Support Timely & Authentic Social Content Curation

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Posted: February 17, 2023

Family Day Activities: Avoiding Online Fraud

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Posted: February 17, 2023

BC Government News Release: Province Provides Timely Support for Fairs, Festivals, Events

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Posted: February 10, 2023

New Program Aims to “Spark” Innovative Tourism Ideas in the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

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Posted: February 1, 2023

Destination BC Launches @hellobc on TikTok

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Posted: January 30, 2023

BC Parks Launches New Website!

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Posted: January 30, 2023

2023 BC Tourism & Hospitality Conference Award Finalists!

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Posted: January 27, 2023

Join us Thursday February 23rd, for the release of Destination BC’s 2023-2025 Corporate Strategy

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Posted: January 24, 2023

BC Government News Release: Government of BC Advises on Avalanche Risk and Urges Extreme Caution in Backcountry

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Posted: January 20, 2023

China Market Update – BC Canada Ski Café

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Posted: January 20, 2023

Erica Hummel joining Destination BC as new Director, Destination Development and Stewardship

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Posted: January 20, 2023

New Program Aims to “Spark” Innovative Accessible Tourism Ideas in the Kootenay Rockies

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Posted: January 19, 2023

Congratulations Northern BC “Spark” Program Winners!

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Posted: January 19, 2023

BC Hospitality Foundation Scholarship Program – Now Accepting Applications!

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Posted: December 16, 2022

Thompson Nicola Entrepreneurs Awarded Grants and Mentorships to Help Spark New Tourism Ideas

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Posted: December 15, 2022

BC’s Tourism Industry Plays an Important Role in the Economic Well-Being of 94% of British Columbians: Destination BC Releases Public Perceptions Survey

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Posted: December 14, 2022

“The BC Effect – Find Yourself” Marketing Campaign Wins Digital Marketing Award

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Posted: December 14, 2022

Nomination Deadline Extension – 2023 BC Tourism & Hospitality Awards

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Posted: December 13, 2022

Destination BC Welcomes New Board Member – Mike Riediger

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Posted: December 7, 2022

Air Canada Named Best Airline in North America for Fourth Straight Year by Global Traveler

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Posted: December 6, 2022

Indigenous Tourism BC Signs Renewed Agreements with Provincial Tourism Partners

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Posted: December 6, 2022

BC Government News Release: Integrated Marketplace Initiative Launches YVR Pilot Project, Supporting Electric Operations

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Posted: November 24, 2022

Registration Open – 2023 BC Tourism & Hospitality Conference!

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Posted: November 22, 2022

Program Aims to “Spark” Indigenous Tourism Ideas Across BC

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Posted: November 21, 2022

Destination BC Supports Community-Based Indigenous Learning & Projects

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Posted: November 16, 2022

2023 IMPACT Sustainability Travel & Tourism Conference

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Posted: November 10, 2022

BC Government Program: BC Destination Development Fund

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Posted: November 8, 2022

‘You, Elevated’ Campaign Launches to Draw Washington & California Skiers to BC

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Posted: November 3, 2022

BC Government News Release: Government of BC Announces New Major Events Municipal and Regional District Tax (MRDT)

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Posted: November 3, 2022

BC Government News Release: BC Air Access Program Provides Funding for Vital Services at Air Facilities

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Posted: October 28, 2022

Destination BC Welcomes New Board Member – Annita McPhee

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Posted: October 27, 2022

YVR Charts Course for Future Growth

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Posted: October 20, 2022

Media Hype for BC in Australia

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Posted: October 20, 2022

Congratulations Harbour Air on Serving BC’s Coast for 40 Years!

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Posted: October 19, 2022

New Program Aims to “Spark” Innovative Tourism Ideas in Northern BC

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Posted: October 14, 2022

BC Government News Release: Province Boosts Support for New Vancouver Art Gallery

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Posted: October 13, 2022

BC Government News Release: The Government of BC is Helping Communities Prepare for Flooding

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Posted: October 6, 2022

New Program Aims to “Spark” Innovative Tourism Ideas in Thompson Nicola

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Posted: October 4, 2022

Destination BC Appoints Alison McKay As Vice President, Destination Management

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Posted: October 4, 2022

Destination BC & BC Ale Trail partner to launch limited-edition EXPLORE BC Peach Farmhouse Ale

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Posted: September 28, 2022

BC Government News Release: Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport Minister Melanie Mark Resigns, Taking Medical Leave

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Destination BC encourages UK and Australia Travelers to Find Themselves in British Columbia

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Government of Canada to Remove COVID-19 Border and Travel Measures Effective October 1, 2022

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Posted: September 21, 2022

New Program Aims to “Spark” Innovative Tourism Ideas in Surrey and White Rock

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Posted: September 14, 2022

British Columbia & Alberta Residents Urged to Experience The BC Effect this Fall

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Posted: September 2, 2022

Destination BC 2023/24 Open Pool Co-op Marketing Program Guidelines and Applications Go Live

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Posted: September 1, 2022

Destination BC Tourism Marketing Committee: Call for Applications 2023-2025 Term

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Posted: August 19, 2022

Destination BC’s Fall Marketing Campaign Needs your Travel Offers

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Posted: August 19, 2022

UK Broadcast Media Campaign Activities Promoting The BC Effect

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Posted: August 17, 2022

Tourism Digital Academy – 2022 Fall Registration Now Open!

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Posted: August 12, 2022

Destination BC China Capitalizes on Camping Trend 

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Posted: August 9, 2022

Introducing the VCM Sustainability Council & Action Plan

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Posted: July 29, 2022

BC Government News Release: Be Prepared for Risk of Wildfires Over the BC Day Long Weekend

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Posted: July 28, 2022

BC Government News Release: Affordable Homes Built for Resort, Hospitality Workers in Revelstoke

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Posted: July 26, 2022

Government of Canada: Wine Sector Support Program

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Posted: July 26, 2022

Fishing BC Presents: Rick Hansen’s Fishing Story

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Posted: July 26, 2022

Notice to Accommodators: Changes to Online Marketplace Facilitators

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Posted: July 20, 2022

Destination BC & Tourism Fernie Celebrate Community Feature on The Amazing Race Canada

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Posted: July 15, 2022

Invest in Iconics Brand Strategy: The Foundation of a Brand

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New Visitor Services Digital and Social Media Playbook

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Posted: June 22, 2022

New Refund Requirements for Future Flight Cancellations Outside of an Air Carrier’s Control

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Posted: June 16, 2022

Rendez-vous Canada 2022 Summary

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Posted: June 16, 2022

BC Government News Release: Vancouver Named FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Host City

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Posted: June 14, 2022

Government of Canada Announces Suspension of Vaccine mandates for Domestic Travellers, Transportation Workers & Federal Employees

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Posted: June 8, 2022

Congratulations Willie Lewis – New Indigenous Specialist for Vancouver, Coast & Mountains Tourism Region

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Posted: June 2, 2022

Destination BC Appoints Neil McInnes as Vice President, Corporate Development

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Posted: June 1, 2022

Vancouver, Coast & Mountains Tourism Region Announces Partnership with Spinal Cord Injury BC

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Posted: May 31, 2022

Destination BC Provides $4.2 Million for Collaborative Tourism Marketing Initiatives in Communities Across the Province

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Posted: May 27, 2022

#GreenMeansGo: Welcome to Tourism Week 2022

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Posted: May 27, 2022

National AccessAbility Week: May 29-June 4, 2022

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Posted: May 20, 2022

Congratulations Mika Ryan!

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Posted: May 20, 2022

Bon Voyage Maria Greene!

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Posted: May 17, 2022

2022 Tourism Week Industry Toolkit

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Posted: May 13, 2022

BC Government News Release: Provincial Government Announces New Royal BC Museum

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Posted: May 5, 2022

New Tourism Emergency Management Framework to Guide Industry During Crises

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Posted: May 2, 2022

Destination Greater Victoria Recognizes Leaders at Annual Awards

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Posted: April 29, 2022

Input to Identify Trail-Related Opportunities

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Posted: April 29, 2022

Offering Employment to Ukrainians Arriving in Canada – What Tourism & Hospitality Employers Need to Know

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Posted: April 27, 2022

BC Government News Release: Local Tourism Events Resume Throughout BC

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Posted: April 26, 2022

Government of Canada Announces Changes to Temporary Foreign Workers Program

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Posted: April 22, 2022

Industry Media Release: Canada Wins 2025 Bid for Invictus Games in Vancouver and Whistler

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Posted: April 22, 2022

BC Government News Release: Vancouver Confirmed as Candidate Host City for FIFA World Cup 2026

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Posted: April 8, 2022

BC Government News Release: Historic Action Plan Guides UNDRIP Implementation in BC

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Posted: April 8, 2022

Government of Canada Releases Budget 2022

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Posted: April 6, 2022

Australia’s Sam McMillan & Sunrise TV Morning Show Feature BC Destinations in Live On-Location Broadcasts

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Posted: April 5, 2022

CanExport SME Funding Program Accepting New Applications for Projects Starting After April 1, 2022

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Posted: March 22, 2022

Destination BC Restarts International Marketing with $6.7M Global Campaign

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Posted: March 17, 2022

Government of Canada Will Remove Pre-Entry Test Requirement for Fully Vaccinated Travellers on April 1

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Posted: March 15, 2022

Congratulations to the Winners of the 2022 BC Tourism and Hospitality Awards!

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Posted: March 15, 2022

Netflix in Your Neighbourhood – The Adam Project Movie Starring Ryan Reynolds Filmed in BC

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Posted: March 11, 2022

BC Government News Release: The Strategic Framework for Tourism 2022-2024 -A Plan for Recovery and Resiliency

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Posted: March 11, 2022

BC Government News Release: B.C. Takes Next Step in Balanced Plan to Lift COVID-19 Restrictions

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Posted: March 8, 2022

Destination BC Launches Spring Marketing Campaign in BC & Alberta

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Posted: March 7, 2022

The Stories of Canada™ Collection Launch

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Posted: March 4, 2022

ITBC News Release: Indigenous Tourism British Columbia Chair Brenda Baptiste Awarded Order of British Columbia

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Canada Digital Adoption Program Helps Tourism Businesses Capitalize on Digital Opportunities

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Posted: February 24, 2022

Finalists Announced for the 2022 BC Tourism & Hospitality Conference Awards

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Posted: February 18, 2022

An Open Letter from Minister Melanie Mark

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Posted: February 17, 2022

Destination BC’s Spring Marketing Campaign Needs Your Travel Offers

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Posted: February 16, 2022

Government of Canada Eases Border Measures

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Posted: February 16, 2022

BC Government News Release: British Columbians’ COVID-19 efforts allow easing of restrictions

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Posted: February 10, 2022

BC Government News Release: B.C. tourism business events, workforce support receive grants

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Posted: February 10, 2022

BC Government News Release: Guidance on how liquor-serving-only businesses can provide meals from external sources

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Posted: February 4, 2022

Destination BC Launches “Snapshot of BC Travel” Dashboard

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Posted: February 4, 2022

BC Government News Release: More investments made in B.C.’s tourism infrastructure

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Posted: February 2, 2022

Wines of BC Explorer App the First Wine Tourism App to Win GOLD in Travel Weekly’s Magellan Awards

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Posted: January 28, 2022

BC Government News Release: Improvements coming to BC Parks digital services

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Posted: January 27, 2022

Emilie Cayer-Huard Joins Destination BC on a One-year Secondment from Kootenay Rockies Tourism

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Posted: January 19, 2022

BC Government News Release: Funding supports Indigenous tourism recovery

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Posted: January 19, 2022

BC Government News Release: COVID-19 Closure Relief Grant funds doubled for eligible businesses

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Posted: January 18, 2022

BC Government News Release: Coquihalla Highway set to reopen to regular traffic

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Posted: January 14, 2022

Join Indigenous Tourism BC’s Stakeholder Roundtable Wednesday January 19 at 1:30 pm

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Posted: January 14, 2022

B.C. hotels, commercial recreation businesses will receive pandemic supports

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Posted: January 12, 2022

Vancouver Island Featured in NY Times “52 Places to Travel in 2022” List

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Posted: January 8, 2022

Alison McKay Assumes Role of Acting Vice President, Destination Management at Destination BC

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Posted: January 4, 2022

BC Government News Release: New relief funding coming for businesses ordered closed

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Posted: December 23, 2021

BC Government News Release: Province strengthens COVID-19 measures for safer holiday season

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Posted: December 17, 2021

BC Government News Release: Province introduces new COVID-19 measures for safer holiday season

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Posted: December 16, 2021

Sick Pay Industry FAQ

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Posted: December 15, 2021

Indigenous Tourism BC and Destination Vancouver Sign Historic Partnership Designed to Promote Indigenous Cultural Tourism

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Posted: December 14, 2021

BC Government News Release: Provincial state of emergency extended, fuel restrictions lifted

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Posted: December 13, 2021

BC Government News Release: B.C. fairs, festivals, events benefit from recovery funding

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Posted: December 11, 2021

BC Flood Response: Key Updates & New Industry Resources

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Posted: December 9, 2021

Message from the Hon. Melanie Mark

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Posted: December 7, 2021

BC Government News Release: Financial assistance expanded for people affected by flooding

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Posted: December 3, 2021

Industry Call – November 25, 2021

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Posted: December 1, 2021

Federal Update: Changes to International Travel

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Posted: November 29, 2021

Federal Tourism Relief Fund (TRF) in BC: Open for Applications

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Posted: November 29, 2021

BC Government News Release: Provincial State of Emergency, Fuel Order Extended

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Posted: November 26, 2021

BC Government Advisory: Extreme Weather Warning and Supports for People Impacted by Floods

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Posted: November 22, 2021

BC Storm Messaging Guidance

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Posted: November 19, 2021

BC Government News Release: Province Prioritizes Fuel for Essential Vehicles, Introduces Travel Restrictions

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Posted: November 18, 2021

BC Government Program Information: Emergency Support Services (ESS) Volunteers and Red Cross Appeal

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Posted: November 18, 2021

BC Government Program Information: Supports for Businesses Impacted by Disasters

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Posted: November 9, 2021

New Program Aims To “Spark” New Indigenous Tourism Ideas Across British Columbia

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Posted: November 2, 2021

Destination BC Renews Funding For Over 100 Community Visitor Centres, Ensuring Travelers Have Access To Accurate And Timely Information

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Posted: November 2, 2021

Government of Canada News Release: Government of Canada Announces Additional Canadian Airports Accepting International Passenger Flights

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Posted: November 1, 2021

Comment: As cruise ships are allowed to return, it’s full steam ahead

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Posted: October 27, 2021

Lonely Planet Names Vancouver Island as a Best Place to Travel in 2022

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Posted: October 21, 2021

Destination BC Thanks Peter Harrison for 27 Years of Service Ahead of His Retirement

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Posted: October 21, 2021

Government of Canada News Release: Government announces targeted COVID-19 support measures to create jobs and growth

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Posted: October 19, 2021

Destination BC Helps Washington & California Skiers Discover why “Our Winter is Deeper” in British Columbia

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Posted: October 18, 2021

Regional HR Consultant Hired to Implement Labour Market Action Plan in the Vancouver, Coast & Mountains Tourism Region

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Posted: October 7, 2021

BC Destinations, Hotels and Resorts Earn Top Honours in Annual Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards

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Posted: September 29, 2021

Enhance your HelloBC Listing and Add Accessibility Features

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Posted: September 20, 2021

Destination BC Launches Power Up! A New Digital Mentorship Program

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Posted: September 15, 2021

New Átl’ka7tsem/Howe Sound UNESCO Biosphere Region a Centrepiece for Conservation and Sustainable Development

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Posted: September 8, 2021

Destination BC Tourism Marketing Committee: Call for Applications 2022-2024 Term

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Posted: September 2, 2021

Destination BC Launches Overseas Consumer Marketing Campaign in the UK and Germany

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Posted: August 30, 2021

BC Government News Release: New fund launched for community events

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Posted: August 25, 2021

Destination BC Launches First US Marketing Campaign Since March 2020

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Posted: August 24, 2021

BC Government News Release: Mask mandate to reduce transmission, protect people in public spaces

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Posted: August 24, 2021

BC Government News Release: B.C. launches proof of vaccination to stop spread of COVID-19

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Posted: August 17, 2021

Destination BC appoints Richard Porges as permanent President and CEO

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Posted: August 6, 2021

Call for Content: BC’s Bounty, a Celebration of Food and Drink Inspired by the Fall Season

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Posted: August 6, 2021

Destination BC Welcomes New Board Chair and Two New Board Members

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Posted: August 5, 2021

BC Government Program Update: Skills Training for Economic Recovery Stream – Open for Applications

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Posted: August 4, 2021

BC Government News Release: BC’s highest honour recognizes 16 British Columbians

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Posted: July 28, 2021

Messaging Guidance: New health measures to contain COVID-19 outbreak in central Okanagan

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Posted: July 28, 2021

BC Government News Release: Heat warning for BC, people urged to take precautions

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Posted: July 13, 2021

A Message on Wildfires & Industry Resources

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Posted: June 30, 2021

BC Government: Joint Statement Encouraging British Columbians to Travel

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Posted: June 29, 2021

BC Government News Release: BC Shifts to Step 3 of Restart Plan

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Posted: June 24, 2021

BC Government News Release: StrongerBC Supports Indigenous Tourism Businesses Through Pandemic Recovery

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Posted: June 23, 2021

Destination BC & Tourism Innovation Lab’s New Program Aims to “Spark” Innovative Tourism Ideas in the West Kootenay

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Posted: June 17, 2021

Check In Canada – Opportunity for BC Accommodation Providers

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Posted: June 16, 2021

Destination BC and Tourism Innovation Lab Grant Program Will Take Tourism Ideas to New Levels

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Posted: June 15, 2021

BC Government: Joint Statement on Resumption of Travel Within BC

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Posted: June 15, 2021

Destination BC Encourages British Columbians to be Open to More for Summer Travel

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Posted: June 14, 2021

BC Government News Release: BC Prepares to Safely Move to Step 2 of its Restart Plan

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Posted: June 10, 2021

BC Government News Release: Tourism development in VCM grows with StrongerBC investment

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Posted: June 8, 2021

Destination BC And Western Economic Diversification Canada Support Community Tourism Partners And Industry Learning In BC

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Posted: June 4, 2021

Susan Rybar Joins Destination BC as Acting Vice President of Destination Management

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Posted: June 4, 2021

BC Government News Release: Additional Funding Added to the Small and Medium Sized Business Recovery Grant

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Posted: May 31, 2021

Destination BC’s Statement About Mass Grave at Former Kamloops Indian Residential School

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Posted: May 28, 2021

Celebrate National AccessAbility Week (May 30 – June 5)

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Posted: May 25, 2021

#BCTourismCounts: Tourism Week 2021

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Posted: May 25, 2021

Government of BC’s Restart: A plan to bring us back together

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Posted: May 12, 2021

BC Tourism Businesses Invited to List Travel Offers on HelloBC.com

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Posted: May 3, 2021

Destination BC Announces Share Your Love for BC Contest Winners

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Posted: April 23, 2021

BC Government News Release: Provincial Government’s Budget 2021 Earmarks $120 Million for Tourism

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Posted: April 23, 2021

BC Government: Joint statement asking people to stay local to bend the curve

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Posted: April 23, 2021

BC Government News Release: Province introduces travel restrictions to curb spread of COVID-19

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Posted: April 16, 2021

A note from Grant Mackay, Vice President of Destination Management

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Posted: April 7, 2021

Stay Local, Support Local: Take-Out and Outdoor Dining Guides

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Posted: March 26, 2021

Stop Asian Hate

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Posted: March 25, 2021

Destination BC Expands Tourism Digital Academy with Self-Guided Learning Option

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Posted: March 21, 2021

Wine Growers British Columbia Plans for Future Safe Travel

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Posted: March 17, 2021

BC Government News Release: BC Government expands online grant program to support more businesses

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Posted: March 11, 2021

Destination BC’s 2021-2023 Global Marketing Strategy and 2021 Plan

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Posted: March 11, 2021

Destination BC 2021 BC Tourism & Hospitality Conference Presentation

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Posted: March 9, 2021

Keeping BC Top of Mind For German Travel Trade and Media For Future Travel

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Posted: March 9, 2021

Campbell River Pivots to Respond to COVID-19

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Posted: March 4, 2021

BC Government Program: New Program Criteria for the Small and Medium Sized Business Recovery Grant

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Posted: February 25, 2021

BC Government News Release: Tourism Industry Bolstered Through Destination Development

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Posted: February 22, 2021

BC Ale Trail Responds to COVID-19

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Posted: February 22, 2021

Share Your Love for BC for your Chance to Win

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Posted: February 9, 2021

Destination BC Presents to UK Journalists with Destination Canada

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Posted: February 5, 2021

BC Government COVID-19 Update: February 5, 2021

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Posted: January 28, 2021

Destination BC’s Roadmap for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility

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Posted: January 23, 2021

BC Government News Release: BC’s COVID-19 Immunization Plan

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Posted: January 13, 2021

Great Bear Rainforest Documentary Broadcast in Germany and France

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Posted: January 13, 2021

Destination BC’s Melissa Arnott Joins Indigenous Tourism BC

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Posted: January 13, 2021

New Interactive Maps Feature on German and Mexican HelloBC.com Websites

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Posted: January 7, 2021

BC Government COVID-19 Update: January 7, 2021

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Posted: December 22, 2020

BC Government News Release: BC Government Commits $105 Million to Support Tourism Sector

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Posted: December 16, 2020

Vancouver, Coast & Mountains tourism region receives COVID-19 recovery funding boost

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Posted: December 16, 2020

A Message from Richard Porges, Interim President and CEO: 2020 in Review

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Posted: December 14, 2020

Stay Local Guides for BC Residents

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Posted: December 14, 2020

Overseas Travel Professionals Feature BC for Australian and German Travellers

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Posted: December 11, 2020

BC Government Tourism Task Force: Update on progress and final report

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Posted: December 9, 2020

Harbour Air Is Among 13 More Companies to Join The Climate Pledge

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Posted: December 7, 2020

BC Government COVID-19 Update: December 7, 2020

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Posted: December 1, 2020

Government of British Columbia Restoring Confidence App

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Posted: December 1, 2020

Stay Local, Support Local – 2020 Gift Guides

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Posted: December 1, 2020

BC Golf Sector Pivots During COVID-19 Pandemic

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Posted: November 30, 2020

Small Business BC Partners with Destination BC

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Posted: November 19, 2020

BC Government COVID-19 Update: November 19, 2020

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Posted: November 7, 2020

BC Government COVID-19 Update: November 7, 2020

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Posted: November 6, 2020

The BC Bird Trail Takes Flight!

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Posted: November 6, 2020

Innovative BC Visitor Centres Support Local Travellers

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Posted: October 29, 2020

Francine Douglas Announced As Vancouver, Coast And Mountains Indigenous Tourism Specialist

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Posted: October 29, 2020

BC Government News Release: Tourism Task Force Report: The Future of Travel – Positioning BC to Accelerate Recovery and Growth

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Posted: October 28, 2020

Are You Open? Visitors Want To Know

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Posted: October 26, 2020

Team BC Attends International Media Marketplace and Overseas Training Sessions, Virtually

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Posted: October 14, 2020

Sip & Stay Packages Along BC’s Ale Trails Get Airtime on Global TV

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Posted: October 14, 2020

Destination BC Launches Automated Travel Deals Program

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Posted: October 13, 2020

Virtual BC Visit for UK’s Trailfinders

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Posted: October 9, 2020

BC Government Program Update: Small and Medium-Sized Business Recovery Grant Program Now Open

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Posted: September 30, 2020

Destination BC Brews Up Partnership with the BC Ale Trail Team and Six BC Breweries to Launch the Explore BC IPA

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Posted: September 22, 2020

Destination BC Tourism Marketing Committee: Call for Applications Extended

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Posted: September 22, 2020

Destination BC Launches the Tourism Digital Academy

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Posted: September 19, 2020

New Partnership with Small Business BC Provides Support for Tourism Businesses

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Posted: September 18, 2020

BC Government News Release: Industry leaders, experts named to provincial Tourism Task Force

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Posted: September 17, 2020

“Fall for BC All Over Again” Campaign

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Posted: September 17, 2020

Leveraging the BC Story Network

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Posted: September 17, 2020

BC Government News Release: New plan maps next steps forward in BC’s economic recovery

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Posted: September 3, 2020

BC Lions #exploreBC Influencer Trip

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Posted: September 2, 2020

Destination BC’s Explore BC Interactive Map!

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Posted: August 18, 2020

Destination BC announces Richard Porges as Interim President and CEO, Congratulates Marsha Walden on new position at Destination Canada

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Posted: August 5, 2020

Destination BC’s new feature story: “Japanese Canadian Historic Sites: Journeys of Home”

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Posted: July 20, 2020

BC Government News Release: New Streamlined Process for Temporary Layoff Variance Applications

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Posted: July 17, 2020

Destination BC’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility

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Posted: June 30, 2020

New Destination BC Marketing Campaign Invites British Columbians to Rediscover and Explore BC Safely

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Posted: June 26, 2020

Destination BC’s Health and Safety Grants for BC Visitor Centres

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Posted: June 23, 2020

10 Ways to Travel Safely and Responsibly in BC This Summer

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Posted: June 2, 2020

Destination BC Partners with Destination Canada to Announce New Funding for Domestic Tourism Marketing

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Posted: June 1, 2020

BC Government News Release: BC Strengthens Federal Commercial Rent Program

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Posted: May 28, 2020

Building a strong future for BC Tourism, together—input needed

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Posted: May 28, 2020

BC’s Tourism Sectors to Benefit from $400,000 in Funding from Destination BC

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Posted: May 28, 2020

BC Government News Release: Province celebrates British Columbians with disabilities

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Posted: May 26, 2020

Visitor Centres Across the Province to Benefit from $130,000 in Funding from Destination BC

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Posted: May 25, 2020

BC Government News Release: Province Supports Tourism Marketing Organizations to be Ready for Recovery

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Posted: May 24, 2020

Tourism Week 2020: A roundup of #BCTourismMatters stories

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Posted: May 21, 2020

BC Association of Farmers’ Markets on Pivoting Member Operations

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Posted: May 14, 2020

Destination BC Overseas Teams on Keeping BC Top of Mind

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Posted: May 8, 2020

Statement from Marsha Walden, CEO of Destination BC Support for Tourism in BC

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Posted: May 7, 2020

Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC Report Record License Sales

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Posted: April 30, 2020

Vancouver, Coast & Mountains Tourism Resiliency Program

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Posted: March 5, 2020

BC Communities to Benefit from Indigenous Tourism Investments

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Posted: February 24, 2020

Destination BC’s Winter Group Press Trip Series Underway

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Posted: February 12, 2020

Relive the Excitement of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games

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Posted: February 7, 2020

Rural Communities to Benefit from Tourism Investments

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Posted: January 31, 2020

COVID-19 (coronavirus) Update

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Posted: January 17, 2020

We All Need to Build a Better Understanding of Accessibility

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Posted: January 17, 2020

Destination BC partners with Top Chef Winner Brooke Williamson to Experience the British Columbia Effect

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Posted: December 20, 2019

A Message From Marsha Walden: 2019 Year in Review

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Posted: December 12, 2019

The BC Ski Roadshow 2019

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Posted: December 6, 2019

BC Government News Release: Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture and Destination BC launch framework to make travel in BC more accessible for all

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Posted: November 29, 2019

Destination BC and Partners Launch the BC Story Network, powered by CrowdRiff’s Travel Stories

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Posted: November 26, 2019

From New York to Whistler, read our Fall Travel Media Relations Update

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Posted: November 15, 2019

BC Government News Release: Strengthening Support to Grow Indigenous Tourism in BC

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Posted: November 8, 2019

Destination BC Partners with CrowdRiff to Debut Travel Stories

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Posted: October 31, 2019

Realizing Our Potential: The Future of Tourism in the Kootenay Rockies

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Posted: October 25, 2019

Working Together with BC’s Indigenous Peoples

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Posted: October 25, 2019

Destination BC Promotes Winter Travel at the WWSE in Beijing

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Posted: October 2, 2019

Destination BC-sponsored Great Bear Rainforest IMAX® Film is Award-Winner

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Posted: September 26, 2019

Luxury Rail-Tours, Island Escapes and Small Town Charm

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Posted: September 26, 2019

On The Road: An update from Lisa Beare, Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture

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Posted: September 26, 2019

Destination BC Unveils 2019/20 North American Ski Marketing Campaign

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Posted: September 26, 2019

Explore BC Fall Campaign is Live

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Posted: September 25, 2019

Destination BC Tourism Marketing Committee: Call for Applications

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Posted: September 12, 2019

Presidents Group Aims to Spark Change Among BC’s Business Community

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Posted: August 23, 2019

Destination BC’s Travel Media Team on Building Destination Awareness

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Posted: August 7, 2019

Destination BC Celebrates 5 Million Uses of the #exploreBC Hashtag, more than any other tourism entity in Canada, and its Value in Promoting Tourism in BC

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Posted: July 30, 2019

Co-operative Marketing Partnerships Program Guidelines Have Been Updated for 2020/21

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Posted: July 25, 2019

Tourism Regions Announce Dates of 2019 Events

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Posted: July 25, 2019

Tourism Tofino Opens Doors to New Visitor Centre

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Posted: July 25, 2019

The Amazing Race Canada Shares BC’s Beauty with Millions of Viewers

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Posted: July 25, 2019

Destination BC’s Content Marketing Roadmap puts Audience at the Wheel

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Posted: June 17, 2019

Team BC kickoff busy summer of hosting and networking

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Posted: June 14, 2019

Thompson Okanagan and Cariboo Chilcotin Coast sign Memorandum of Understanding for Gold Rush Trail

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Posted: May 30, 2019

Tourism Week Shines Light on Rewarding Career Opportunities in Thriving Industry

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Posted: May 29, 2019

Destination BC Provides $4 million for Collaborative Tourism Marketing Initiatives in Communities Across the Province

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Posted: May 27, 2019

In celebration of one of BC’s leading and sustainable industries: Tourism

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Posted: May 17, 2019

Destination BC Wraps Successful Spring Campaign in China

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Posted: May 17, 2019

Global Media Love BC! Read on for Recent Earned Coverage

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Posted: May 17, 2019

Big White Ski Resort Revealed as Host Destination for 2020 Snowboardcross World Cup

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Posted: April 11, 2019

DBC Makes Connections at ITB Berlin

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Posted: April 5, 2019

Destination BC Partners with Wanderlust on Inspirational Content Campaign

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Posted: April 4, 2019

Destination BC Launches New HelloBC Websites for Mexico, China, and Germany

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Posted: April 4, 2019

Destination BC Supports Booming Wine Industry

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Posted: April 4, 2019

New World Tourism Association for Culture and Heritage Promises to Combat Overtourism

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Posted: April 4, 2019

Destination BC’s Visiting Journalist Program Earns B.C. Coverage in Leading Global Outlets

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Posted: April 4, 2019

BC Government News Release: Majority of Ferry Routes Restored in Coastal Communities

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Posted: March 20, 2019

Travel media ski-in to BC

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Posted: March 20, 2019

Team BC at Canada Corroboree in Australia

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Posted: March 1, 2019

The Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada signs memorandum of understanding with Indigenous Tourism BC

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Posted: March 1, 2019

BC Government News Release: Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture launches new roadmap to bolster tourism as economic driver

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Posted: February 22, 2019

Destination BC Sponsors Great Bear Rainforest Film

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Posted: February 20, 2019

Rivers, rainforests, and powder for travel media

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Posted: February 20, 2019

Destination BC consumer website wins awards

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Posted: February 20, 2019

New international consumer websites

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Posted: February 20, 2019

Promoting geographical growth of travellers across BC with tour operators

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Posted: January 18, 2019

Why familiarization trips (FAMs)?

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Posted: January 18, 2019

Destination BC’s new Digital Asset Management (DAM) System launches January 31

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Posted: January 18, 2019

Partner discount opportunities with Global TV

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