The latest news and information for members.
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DESTINATION VANCOUVER NEWS
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Destination Vancouver has partnered with WORTH Association to support their efforts in advancing gender equity and to educate, elevate and empower women of recreation, tourism and hospitality.
As a member of the WORTH Leadership Circle, Destination Vancouver will work closely with the WORTH team over the coming years to ensure that together we foster a tourism and hospitality industry as diverse as Vancouver.
Destination Vancouver will also be a Gold Sponsor for WORTH’s Empower Her event in Vancouver on March 6 with Candice Gibson, Director of Brand & Marketing, as part of the inspiring panel discussion.
“I'm thrilled to be associated with Empower Her because the contribution and the leadership that women bring to our industry is significant and to be celebrated,“ said Candice. “Some of the most powerful tools women can draw on in their career are the knowledge and insights of other women."
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BUSINESS INSIGHTS
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From February 20 to 26, there will be four known meetings. In addition, two more events will be held at the Vancouver Convention Centre: 2023 Taekwondo Canada Open (February 23 to 25) and ESI Vancouver Beauty Expo (February 26 to 27). Many of the large citywide events started this week and will end next week, therefore we are seeing a decrease in both hotel and air bookings to Vancouver for the following week.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
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Vancouver’s Chinatown receives $1.8 million from the Government of Canada to revitalize the neighbourhood
The Vancouver Chinatown Foundation is pleased to announce a $1.8 million investment from the Government of Canada to revitalize the city’s historic Chinatown neighbourhood. The funding will support infrastructure improvements within the neighbourhood, illuminating iconic cultural landmarks and enhancing tourism experiences. The funds will support the Vancouver Chinatown Foundation’s mission to drive the economic, cultural, and physical revitalization of Chinatown, one of Vancouver’s most historic and culturally significant neighbourhoods while preserving its irreplaceable cultural heritage.
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INDUSTRY EVENTS
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Empower HER
March 6th | 5:30pm – 10:00pm | Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Hotel
On March 6th, WORTH Association and women of recreation, tourism, and hospitality in Vancouver will join for an evening of networking with an inspiring panel discussion. WORTH's Empower Her event aims to connect a community of leaders to expand their network and create meaningful relationships. Vancouver’s top female tourism and hospitality leaders will share inspiring ideas with the intention of sparking dialogue about issues that impact women in the workplace. Their perspectives will inform, inspire, and empower women to collectively identify ways to accelerate women to senior roles in the industry.
Purchase tickets here.
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OPPORTUNITIES FOR MEMBERS
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Please 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 no longer part of your organization, don’t forget to deactivate their accounts.
Login to your extranet account and follow these steps to update your contacts. If you have questions, please contact us.
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BUSINESS RESOURCES & ADVOCACY
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Last Call is designed to provide preventative & responsive tools to address sexual violence in the hospitality industry in Downtown Vancouver. This pilot and the training it will provide operators a valuable opportunity to be part of a preventative and responsive approach. With tools such as #notme & model procedures it will help build confidence in our nighttime economy as a safe and welcoming place for all.
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Sales Training: Recession Proofing Your Business – Proactive Prospecting
2-hour in-person sales training with guest speaker Bob Anderson to level up your prospecting skills! Getting clear on “how” and “why” customers buy in today’s marketplace…hint, it’s not all about your price, product, and place.
Tickets available here.
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MEDIA HIGHLIGHTS
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Forbes
This beautiful city looks extra gorgeous when covered in a fresh blanket of snow.
Traveller
Departing Fiji and waking up to Vancouver's snow dusted mountains after a long and restful sleep (7.5 hours)? Magic.
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RECENTLY PUBLISHED STORIES
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You don’t have to go far in Vancouver to experience nature. In fact, you can hike, bike, run, paddle, watch for wildlife, and more without leaving the downtown core.
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Western Canada’s largest comedy festival is back—with so many diverse ways to laugh.
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The 17th annual Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival (VCBF) is back this spring with a wide array of programming taking place from April 1-23.
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Vancouver’s first cocktail lounge, the Tilting Room, opened in 1954 at the iconic Sylvia Hotel in the West End. Medieval themed, the lounge quickly became a favourite with famous patrons including the likes of Errol Flynn.
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Head outside this Family Day. Twirl around on ice skates, take a hike, or hit the ski slopes. Here are our picks for the best outdoor activities around Vancouver for Family Day 2023.
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Vancouver has a thriving gallery and museum scene, which particularly excels at showcasing the distinctive cultures and artistic talent found on the West Coast.
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In-Market Activities
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February 17-20, 2023 I New York
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
Meet NY is a gathering of hospitality and meeting industry professionals for an annual trade-show, education and networking. This trip will also include appointments with high priority clients and industry partners. 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
IMM Australia connects destinations with key Australian media for networking opportunities. Sabrina Tey will attend on behalf of Destination Vancouver.
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March 2, 2023 I Toronto
Meeting Professionals International Awards Gala celebrating MPI Toronto Chapter’s meeting professionals and industry community. Destination Vancouver is sponsoring the Mentor of the Year Award and will attend the event. Luke Snyder will be leading this initiative on behalf of Destination Vancouver.
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March 6, 2023 | London
Destination Vancouver will be participating in this kick-off event to inform, inspire and educate women in the UK MICE industry. Lois Wallis (UK In-market representative) 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:
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