The B.C. government is providing $15 million in one-time grants to eligible events through the B.C. Fairs, Festivals and Events fund (BCFFE). Event organizers will…
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Destination BC launches climate resiliency initiative
To support sustainability and climate resilience, Destination BC has released the BC Tourism Climate Resiliency Initiative (BCTCRI), to help B.C.’s tourism industry face the impacts…
Meet B.C.’s new official fossil emblem
The elasmosaur is now British Columbia’s official fossil emblem. The elasmosaur is a large marine reptile that lived along the coast of B.C. This prehistoric…
Four regional tourism projects get $2.74 million in support
Four East Kootenay tourism projects are among 31 new infrastructure tourism projects in B.C. to receive significant funding from the Destination Development Fund. The Destination…
National Fire Equipment Cache announced for Banff
The federal government July 6 announced the upgrading of a National Fire Equipment Cache in Banff National Park, through the construction of a new facility…
Local sporting events get provincial funds
Nearly 140 sport organizations throughout the province, including six in the East Kootenay, are benefiting from $1 million in support from the B.C. government to…
Kootenay parkway to get $10.4 million in upgrades
Approximately $71 million is going to be spent over three years for projects in the mountain national parks, including $10.4 million in Kootenay National Park…
Emergency preparedness resources developed
The City of Kimberley and the Kimberley and District Chamber of Commerce have developed a new resource for tourism and other businesses in Kimberley to…
Shannon Fisher honoured for dedication to service
A Cranbrook resident is among 15 British Columbians to receive the Medal of Good Citizenship for their dedication and selfless service to their communities. The…
Tourism grants fund local events
The B.C. government has provided funding to approximately 100 organizations, including five regionally, through its Tourism Events Program (TEP). In April 2022, the province announced…