S Tourism
Media advisory: Government of Canada to announce major support for events and tourism experiences in Edmonton and across Alberta
From: Prairies Economic Development Canada May 20, 2022 – Edmonton, Alberta – The Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance, on behalf of the Honourable Daniel Vandal, Minister responsible for PrairiesCan, will announce federal support for a wide range of initiatives that will stimulate the local economy in Edmonton and position […]
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Read MoreGovernment of Canada launches consultation period for renewal of Federal Tourism Growth Strategy
From: Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada The strategy will set the course for growth, investment and stability May 18, 2022 – Montréal, Quebec Tourism tells our story to the world, and the workers in that industry make possible the memorable experiences people carry with them for the rest of their lives. Today at an […]
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Read MoreIndigenous tourism association sponsors two JUNO Awards – Timmins Today
Attawapiskat’s Adrian Sutherland is nominated for Contemporary Indigenous Artist or Group of the Year at this weekend’s awards Officials with the Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada (ITAC) are getting into the music business—sort of. ITAC is sponsoring a pair of categories at this year’s JUNO Awards. A weeklong celebration of the Canadian music scene, JUNO […]
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Read MoreNew Tourism Emergency Management Framework to Guide Industry During Crisis
May 5, 2022 – Victoria, BC: In conjunction with Emergency Preparedness Week, a collaborative Tourism Emergency Management Committee (TEMC) has released a new BC Tourism Emergency Management Framework to help reduce the industry’s vulnerabilities and risks and lessen the potentially adverse impacts to visitor experiences during emergencies. The framework provides a unified structure to support […]
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Read MoreSupporting Initiatives in Labrador Straits
Industry, Energy and Technology Executive Council Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation April 29, 2022 Project funding announced today by the Provincial Government will support two economic development partners in the Labrador Straits to enhance opportunities in the region. To accommodate more visitors to view its North Atlantic Right Whale skeleton exhibit, the Town of Red […]
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Read MoreUp to $1.1 million to support the 2022 Memorial Cup in Saint John
29 April 2022 SAINT JOHN (GNB) – The provincial government is providing up to $1.1 million to support the host committee of the 2022 Memorial Cup in Saint John from June 20 to 29. The Memorial Cup is the national championship of the Canadian Hockey League, a consortium of three major junior leagues operating in […]
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Read MoreAB Government: Growing our tourism industry to diversify our economy
Alberta’s government and Travel Alberta are supporting a strong rebound for the tourism sector as a key contributor to Alberta’s diversification Following two years that saw tourism and tourism-based communities struggle in the province due to the pandemic, Alberta’s tourism industry is experiencing a comeback. To further help tourism-related businesses recover, Alberta’s government changed the […]
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Read MoreFedNor announces over $3.8 million to fuel Northern Ontario’s tourism sector
From: FedNor Federal government continues to support the tourism sector for a strong recovery and future growth April 22, 2022 – Sudbury, ON – Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario – FedNor Canada’s tourism sector is essential to the Canadian economy. Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, the sector was generating $102 billion in annual […]
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Read MoreOntario Strengthening Tourism and Recreation Sectors in Kenora and Rainy River
$645,000 provincial investment will attract more visitors to the area April 12, 2022 KENORA – The Ontario government is providing more than $645,000 through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) to support five projects in the Kenora and Rainy River areas. This investment in recreation, tourism and culture will help boost economic growth, improve […]
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Read MoreHistoric Action Plan Guides UNDRIP Implementation in BC
The Province is releasing the Declaration Act Action Plan, developed in consultation and co-operation with Indigenous Peoples, outlining 89 specific actions every ministry in government will take to create a better province for Indigenous Peoples in B.C. “This plan is a first for any government in the world. It will drive transformative change in the […]
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