INDUSTRY EVENTS
Upcoming leading Industry Events including conferences, summits, symposiums and meetings which provide a platform to showcase successes, share knowledge and network.
SMALL BUSINESS WEEK SUMMIT
October 21-25, 2024 – Online
The BC Chamber of Commerce Small Business Week Summit celebrates BC’s small businesses and provides them with the opportunity to listen, learn and engage directly with subject matter experts and thought leaders on topics that are important to them. Join in for a thoughtfully curated program of five virtual webinars that will address a variety of topics and equip businesses with tools needed to excel in today’s dynamic business landscape.
CRISIS COMMUNICATION WORKSHOPS
October 30 – Trail
1505 Bay Avenue, Trail Visitor Centre, Multi-purpose room
October 31 – Nakusp
91 First Street NW, Village of Nakusp Emerg Services building
November 6 – Nelson
91 Baker Street, Nelson Visitor Centre, 2nd Floor
November 8 – Kaslo
529 Arena Avenue, Fire Hall
Presented by Kootenay Rockies Tourism at no cost, with complimentary lunch. The Crisis Communication Workshop is tailored specifically for the tourism sector in your area and is designed to enhance emergency preparedness by improving communication between stakeholders and developing effective crisis communication plans.
During the workshop, participants will review the Emergency Tourism Framework and learn how to use the template for creating their own Crisis Communication Plan. There will be an opportunity to work on individual crisis plans and participate in an emergency scenario exercise, followed by a collaborative discussion to refine action plans further. Kate Colley, PR Expert with HatchComms, will join the workshop virtually to share her expertise in crisis communications. Please register at your community of choice above.
TOURISM CONGRESS
December 3-5, 2024 – Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre
An immersive conference experience that brings together tourism leaders, stakeholders and innovators from across Canada and beyond. Share insights, explore new ideas and celebrate the industry’s resilience and creativity.
IMPACT SUSTAINABLE TOURISM & TRAVEL SUMMIT
January 27-29, 2025 – Victoria, BC
This conference is presented by a partnership between Destination Greater Victoria, Synergy Enterprises, Tartan Bond Integrated Communications and Starrboard Enterprises. The title conveys the importance of tourism as an economic driver as well as the large footprint it has on the environment, social and cultural fabric of a destination. Mark your calendar – more details will follow.
BC TOURISM INDUSTRY CONFERENCE
March 5-7, 2025 – Vancouver, BC
Save the date for the 2025 BC Tourism Industry Conference. It will be held at the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre. The event engages tourism partners and provides tools for growth and development in the BC tourism sector. The annual event converges hundreds of tourism industry delegates and leaders, providing a mix of discovery, education, industry insights and networking opportunities.
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