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ATAC: Marketing Indigenous Tourism in China
June 22, 2018 Over the next 6 days, ITAC CEO Keith Henry will be in China promoting Indigenous tourism as part of a tourism trade mission led by the Honourable Bardish Chagger, Leader of the Government in the House of Commons and Minister of Small Business and Tourism. The delegation includes our partners at Destination Canadaand the Tourism […]
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In Their Footsteps: Follow the Path of Canada’s Indigenous Peoples – EverythingZoomer.com
June 25th, 2018 Travelling through Canada? Follow the path of this land’s indigenous peoples at these four must-see destinations. The demand for authentic, respectful indigenous (or aboriginal) experiences is growing. Research by the Aboriginal Tourism Association of Canada (ATAC) found that one in four visitors to British Columbia seeks an indigenous travel experience. ATAC is […]
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New tourism council will work with government on sustainable growth
June 1, 2018 VANCOUVER – A new Minister’s Tourism Engagement Council (MTEC), with a diverse membership to help guide government’s tourism policy, strategy and program implementation, has been announced by Lisa Beare, Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture. Beare made the announcement to media and tourism industry stakeholders prior to the first official gathering of the […]
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Chefs showcase Indigenous cuisine in BC – Vacay.ca
June 1, 2018 Shane Chartrand says he’s making up for lost time. The Edmonton-based chef only learned the extent of his Indigenous roots when he was 29 years old. Shortly after finding out about his lineage, Chartrand made the determination to know all he could about his culture and to utilize his skills as a […]
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Tourism Week proclamation puts spotlight on B.C.’s booming visitor economy
May 29, 2018 VICTORIA – The Government of British Columbia, alongside industry representatives, has recognized Tourism Week, May 27 to June 2, 2018, with an official proclamation at the Parliament Buildings in Victoria. Lisa Beare, Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, was joined by representatives from Destination BC, the Tourism Industry Association of BC, Indigenous […]
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Fort Langley National Historic Site officially opens new Children’s Play Area
Summer season launched with exhibit opening May 29, 2018 Langley, British Columbia Parks Canada Agency In 2017, millions of Canadians celebrated Canada 150 with free admission to Parks Canada places, allowing more Canadians than ever before to explore our 450,000 km2 of shared memories and heritage. These special places represent the very best that Canada […]
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As Osoyoos Indian Band flourishes, so too does Okanagan’s wine tourism – Surrey Now-Leader
Indigenous practices have driven growth of South Okanagan’s wine history and agricultural influence Apr. 23, 2018 In the Okanagan Valley, conversations inevitably return to the one subject everyone here, or any visitor who has ever been here, is eager to wax on about: the farmland. It is abundant, picturesque, inviting, and vital. Approximately 200 kilometres […]
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Tour of ancient Indigenous village offers unique B.C. vacation opportunity – CP
Source: The Canadian Press Apr 16, 2018 By Linda Givetash THE CANADIAN PRESS BAMFIELD, B.C. _ Surrounded by old-growth rainforest against the rocky shoreline on the southwest edge of Vancouver Island lies a centuries-old Indigenous village where traditional longhouses accessible only by foot remain undisturbed. The Huu-ay-aht First Nation began offering tours of the ancient capital Kiixin […]
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Province strengthens and protects tourism in B.C.
March 09, 2018 KELOWNA – Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Lisa Beare announced a new marketing campaign to support B.C. wine and food tourism, and the creation of a new Minister’s Tourism Engagement Council today. “Swift and meaningful action must be taken to support the thousands of British Columbians who rely on tourism for jobs […]
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Province transfers land to Simpcw First Nation as part of resort approval – Government of BC
March 7, 2018 VALEMOUNT – The Province is transferring 185 hectares of Crown land in the Tete Jaune Cache and Valemount areas to the Simpcw First Nation, as part of accommodation for the Valemount Glacier Destination resort approval, Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development Minister Doug Donaldson has announced. “We’re pleased to support […]
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