The latest news and information for members.
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BUSINESS INSIGHTS
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According to our next weekly forecast, from February 6 to 12, there will be three known convention meetings. The 30th Annual Wellness Show will also be held at Vancouver Convention Centre from February 11 to 13. We are seeing a decrease in both hotel bookings and air bookings for arrival next week compared to the current week.
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DESTINATION VANCOUVER MEMBER EVENTS
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Webinar: International Markets Strategies
February 8, 2023 | 9:30am – 11:30am | Virtual
Please join us for this live webinar session which will provide an update on Destination Vancouver's strategic focus to rebuild visitation from our core International markets – United Kingdom, Germany, Australia & Mexico - including segments from the Research, Travel Trade, Media, Consumer and Meetings & Conventions teams.
There will be a break between the two half-sessions along with an opportunity for Q&A.
Session 1: 9:30am - 10:30am United Kingdom & Germany
Session 2: 10:40am - 11:30am Australia & Mexico
RSVP here.
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Webinar: US & Canada Market Strategies
February 9, 2023 | 9:30am – 11:00am | Virtual
Please join us for this live webinar session which will provide an update on our strategic focus to rebuild visitation from the U.S. & Canada, and will include segments from our Research, Travel Trade, Media, Consumer and Meetings & Conventions teams.
RSVP here.
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OPPORTUNITIES FOR MEMBERS
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Sustainable energy solutions for BC businesses including Hotels & Restaurants
FortisBC is moving forward and making progress to meet BC’s diverse energy needs. This includes increasing investments in energy efficiency and expanding their supply of low carbon Renewable Natural Gas.
If you are a hotel operator, seeking an energy efficient solution, contact Vlad Kostka at 604-592-7967 or at Vladimir.Kostka@fortisbc.com
If you own a restaurant looking to install new gas kitchen equipment or upgrade old equipment, FortisBC has rebates available now for new, ENERGY STAR® certified commercial kitchen equipment including fryers, ovens and more!
FortisBC is there to support you during the entire process. Connect with the FortisBC account team for energy efficiency and Renewable Natural Gas solutions available to you!
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MEDIA HIGHLIGHTS
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Youtube
For the next five days in Vancouver, we go on a culinary adventure! We meet other food lovers and explore various neighborhoods, including Yaletown, Gastown, Granville Island, Mount Pleasant and more.
The Times
Home to hyperlocal foodie hotspots, fine-dining dens, an on-the-rise coffee culture and world-class Asian-inspired cooking, Vancouver has long been held in high esteem by lovers of good food.
Sip Magazine
Grab your NEXUS pass, throw on your favorite true-crime podcast and head for the border.
Sip Magazine
Sleep in, take in the views, then grab some coffee because you’re in for a whirlwind of flavorful stops on this second day.
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RECENTLY PUBLISHED STORIES
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Sunset comes early in winter, but just because it’s dark doesn’t mean you can’t have an adventure. From skiing to snowshoeing and more, here are six snowy nighttime adventures around Vancouver.
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A free two-day, all-ages festival celebrating the ocean featuring Alan Doyle, The Beaches, Steven Page, Shad, Delhi 2 Dublin, Ruby Waters, The Boom Booms with Ta’Kaiya Blaney, Yves Lambert Quartet, the Naden Band of the Royal Canadian Navy, Chinook SongCatchers and more is coming to Jack Poole Plaza February 3-4.
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Fandom takes centre stage over the upcoming Family Day long weekend when Fan Expo Vancouver (FXV) returns to welcome thousands of pop culture junkies to the Vancouver Convention Centre for the city’s very own comic-con from February 18 – 20.
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From February 16 – 26, the team behind summer’s Vancouver Mural Festival (VMF) will transform downtown Vancouver into a free and interactive open-air celebration of public art and entertainment across multiple locations for its returning VMF Winter Arts festival.
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In-Market Activities
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Mexico Sales Mission and Client Event
January 30-February 3, 2023 | Mexico City, MX
This sales mission to Mexico is a great opportunity for the Destination Vancouver Meetings & Conventions team to make in-person connections with key corporate clients and industry contacts in this emerging market. Luke Snyder and Michael Drake will be leading this initiative on behalf of Destination Vancouver.
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February 8, 2023 | Ottawa, ON
One of the community’s largest industry events for association and not-for-profit leaders, meeting and event planners and government procurers. Destination Vancouver is a sponsor. Michael Drake and Michelle Taylor will be leading the team on behalf of Destination Vancouver.
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February 17-20, 2023 I New York, NY
SITE is a professional association of 2,500 members located in 90 countries, working in corporations, agencies, airlines, cruise companies and across the entire destination supply chain. Destination Vancouver is a partner/sponsor at the 2023 conference along with Destination Canada Business Events. Dave Gazley will be leading this initiative on behalf of Destination Vancouver.
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February 22, 2023 I New York, NY
Meet NY is a gathering of hospitality and meeting industry professionals for an annual trade-show, education and networking. Jackie Kavcak and Dave Gazley will be leading the team on behalf of Destination Vancouver, joined by the Vancouver Convention Centre, Marriott Hotels of Vancouver, and Hyatt Regency Vancouver.
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International Media Marketplace (IMM) Australia
February 23-24, 2023 | Sydney, AU
IMM connects destinations with key Australian media for networking opportunities. Sabrina Tey will attend 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:
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