Aboriginal Tourism in BC got a big boost from Canadian government – Richmond News

Indigenous businesses and communities around the province have just gotten a big boost from the Canadian government: This month, the Honourable Bardish Chagger, Minister of Small Business and Tourism, announced a $2,250,000 investment in Aboriginal Tourism BC (AtBC).

AtBC has a multi-year plan called “Pulling Together” that maps out their strategy for drawing more and more visitors to B.C. to experience and understand our vast Indigenous heritage and culture.

“Indigenous tourism experiences offer visitors from around the world a tremendous opportunity to learn more about the rich, proud cultural heritage of the original peoples of this land,” said Chagger.

Additionally, AtBC and their programs create employment opportunities for members of indigenous communities, as well as a platform to cast a wider net to bring people here to check out what they have to share.

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