Kootenay Rockies Tourism

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Kootenay Rockies Tourism Association (KRTA) is one of British Columbia’s five official Regional Destination Management Organizations (RDMO).

KRTA has operated since 1978 and represents over 800 tourism businesses and operators. This includes resorts, accommodation properties, wellness retreats, golf, ski, adventure, communities, retail, food & beverage, transportation, arts & culture and attractions.

The association is a registered non-profit society and has a volunteer policy board of nine Directors. The Board is elected prior to the fall Annual General Meeting by the Active Voting Partners. READ MORE

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Our organization works on behalf of tourism businesses located in the geographic area of Southeastern BC known as the Kootenay Rockies region. We work closely and in alignment with the provincial DMO, Destination BC and the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport.

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ANNOUNCING BCTSN

Introducing the BC TOURISM SUSTAINABILITY NETWORK, A Support Program to Incorporate Sustainability Practices into Business Operations & Marketing; EV Charger Funding; Climate Preparedness & A…

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Stakeholder Spotlight

GOLDEN SKYBRIDGE

CANADA’S HIGHEST SUSPENSION BRIDGE Attraction also includes Nature Trails, Railrider Mountain Coaster, Canyon Edge Challenge Course, Zipline, Axe Throwing and more. Opening for the season May 2023.

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Research & Insights

Research provides industry partners with data and insights which help to enhance the effectiveness of future marketing and development projects. Review regional and provincial reporting, travel patterns, tourism impacts and visitor highlights.

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10 UNIQUE THINGS TO DO IN THE COLUMBIA VALLEY, DURING WINTER by Tamara Elliott – Steaming thermal pools, majestic mountain peaks and adrenaline-fuelled backcountry adventures.