The latest news and information for members.
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DESTINATION VANCOUVER NEWS
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That’s a Wrap Until Next Summer – Volunteer Program
Destination Vancouver’s volunteers have been the face of Vancouver yet again this summer, driving visitor experiences by guiding guests navigate through the city, directing locals to their favorite attractions, and helping delegates during their conferences. As the season winds down, our Volunteer Program will wrap up at the end of October. Since starting on May 1st, 2022, our volunteer team has had over 180,000 conversations at Canada Place, East and West Convention Centre, Stanley Park, Gastown, and Waterfront station among other areas in the downtown core recommending attractions, hotels, restaurants, and must-dos during guests’ visit.
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BUSINESS INSIGHTS
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According to our next weekly forecast, (October 24 to 30), there will be one cruise ship arriving at the Port of Vancouver along with four known convention meetings. This represents three less meetings compared to the current week (October 17 to 23) as we are nearing the end of the cruise ship season. As we enter the fall season, and with less meetings in the next week, we are seeing a corresponding decrease in overall hotel demand and air bookings compared to the current week.
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DESTINATION VANCOUVER MEMBER EVENTS
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You’re Invited! The Annual Christmas Luncheon – Over 50% Sold!
December 14 | 11:15am – 3:00PM | Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
$98 + GST | Table of 10: $980 + GST
Destination Vancouver is excited to invite Team Vancouver to the grand Fairmont Hotel Vancouver for a beloved tradition to reconnect with industry colleagues and friends for an afternoon of Holiday cheer. The celebration includes a Santa & Mrs Claus' cocktail reception, live entertainment, and a turkey luncheon with all the trimmings. Invitations have been deployed. Please RSVP from the invitation emailed to you directly!
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OPPORTUNITIES FOR MEMBERS
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Have you had changes on your team recently? – Help us keep your database up to date!
This is a reminder to keep your database up to date so your staff can receive our communications such as enews, events, and webinar invitations. For those who are not part of your organization, don’t forget to deactivate their accounts.
Login to your extranet account and follow these steps to update your contacts.
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MEDIA HIGHLIGHTS
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Qantas (Inflight Magazine)
Sure, a stopover is fun but staying a little longer reveals the lesser-known charms of this glittering Canadian city.
Time out
We polled 20,000 city-dwellers and grilled local experts to rank the greatest places for fun, food, culture and community.
Syndicated to Daily Hive.
Readers digest
Famous for its staggering natural beauty, abundant wildlife and rich culture, the west coast of Canada is a true bucket list destination. Here are 10 epic experiences not to miss.
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RECENTLY PUBLISHED STORIES
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As the largest park in Coquitlam, Mundy Park protects a beautiful second-growth temperate rainforest and several small lakes.
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Vancouver’s most iconic thoroughfare, Robson Street, has it all. Whether it’s shopping, lively people-watching, or diverse eating and drinking, you can find it on this dynamic downtown street.
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Meetings & Conventions – Generating Business in Today's World
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DMV Sales Mission
October 24-29, 2022 I Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia
The DMV Sales Mission is an opportunity for Vancouver partners active in the DMV association market to connect with key clients in this region. Jackie Kavcak will be leading this initiative on behalf of Destination Vancouver.
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October 27-28, 2022 I Boston, MA
Annual event for the IEEE conference community. Destination Vancouver will be participating with Destination Canada as part of Team Canada. Michelle Taylor will be leading this initiative on behalf of Destination Vancouver.
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NOVEMBER
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November 1, 2022 I Ottawa, ON
The MPI Ottawa Prix Prestige Awards are designed to recognize excellence in active chapter members for their commitment, service and involvement in the chapter or industry and community at large. Destination Vancouver is the sponsor of the Planner of the Year award. Michelle Taylor will be leading this initiative on behalf of Destination Vancouver.
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November 1, 2022 I Chicago, IL
Back by popular demand, PCMA GMC’s annual signature event, bowl-a-thon, is returning. Attendees will have the opportunity to network and join sponsored bowling teams. Vancouver, Calgary, and Montreal are title sponsors and will be sponsoring three bowling lanes. Lacy Garvey will be leading this initiative on behalf of Destination Vancouver.
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November 1-3, 2022 I San Francisco, CAL
Destination Vancouver and Tourism Whistler are Premier Sponsors for the 2022 BAMIES Awards Gala, Wednesday, November 2 at the Westin St. Francis Hotel in San Francisco. Dave Gazley will be representing on behalf of Destination Vancouver.
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November 13-16, 2022 I Boston, MA
From future-focused education to networking opportunities, this conference is all about connection and growth. Lacy Garvey will be attending with our partners at Destination Canada, on behalf of Destination Vancouver.
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November 22, 2022 I Chicago, IL
The MPI CAC Signature Event is an opportunity to network, give thanks for each other and our industry, and learn together. Vancouver is sponsoring the CSR activation at this event. Lacy Garvey will be leading this initiative on behalf of Destination Vancouver.
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November 30 – December 1, 2022 I Chicago, IL
For more than 30 years, Holiday Showcase has been the place for the Chicago association community to celebrate achievements, network with colleagues and friends, and build for the future. Destination Vancouver will be exhibiting at this tradeshow and sponsoring the events CSR activation. Lacy Garvey will be leading this initiative on behalf of Destination Vancouver.
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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
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We're Hiring!
Are you, or is someone you know, looking for a career in a destination management and destination promotion organization? Destination Vancouver wants to meet dynamic, ambitious, collaborative and fun individuals to join our high performing team.
As industry leaders, our job is to promote the tourism industry in Metro Vancouver and generate business for our members through strategic, innovative and sustainable sales and marketing initiatives.
Destination Vancouver is committed to fostering an environment that is diverse and inclusive of people from all backgrounds, passions and interests and we invite applications from all qualified candidates. We are dedicated to providing an atmosphere free from barriers in order to promote diversity, equity and inclusion. Consistent with our values, we celebrate and welcome the diversity of all Team Members, volunteers, stakeholders, members, external contractors and partners.
Current positions:
Sales Associate, Meetings & Conventions Market Manager, North America Director, Visitor Experience & Engagement Manager, Content Marketing Manager, Marketing Services Manager, Meetings & Convention Sales Western US Specialist, Social Media, Trade, Meeting & Conventions
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