The latest news and information for members.
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BUSINESS INSIGHTS
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From June 19 to 25, we have 14 cruise ships scheduled for arrival with over 41k passengers estimated. There are three meetings on the books, including the continuation of the IEEE Computer Society 2023 conference which starts this weekend. Another citywide event: the Dragon Boat BC – 2023 Concord Pacific Dragon Boat Festival will be held from June 23 to 26. We are seeing an increase in hotel bookings for next week compared to the current week, along with an increase in air bookings; especially from the overseas markets.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
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Remembering John Nightingale, Ph.D. 1947 – 2023
John Nightingale was head of Vancouver’s aquarium from 1993 to 2018 and expanded its science, research and conservation programs, developing non-profit initiatives including Ocean Wise and its Coastal Ocean Research Institute and the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup. He brought to life his vision of a world in which oceans are healthy and flourishing. His role in founding/co-founding Ocean Wise and many of its initiatives is unparalleled—from the Ocean Wise Sustainable Seafood Program, to Plastic Wise, the Coastal Ocean Research Institute, the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup and much more. As a result of John's leadership, Ocean Wise/Vancouver Aquarium was not only the 'greenest' cultural institution in Canada, it was the only one financially self-sufficient, operating without an annual subsidy from government. Under John's leadership, Ocean Wise grew to harness the talents of over 500 staff and 1300+ volunteers.
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DESTINATION VANCOUVER MEMBER EVENTS
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Summer Member Mixer
Thursday, June 22 | 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM | Stanley Park Pavilion
Please join us for our Summer Member Mixer to mingle with your industry colleagues in the heart of Stanley Park. Nestled amidst the famous Stanley Park Rose Gardens, the Stanley Park Pavilion is Vancouver's preeminent wedding and banqueting venue.
A free shuttle is available from Canada Place to Stanley Park Pavilion at 4:15 PM and 4:45 PM and from Stanley Park Pavilion to Canada Place at 6:15 PM and 6:45 PM.
Space is filling up fast! Invitations were sent via email please check your inbox.
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MEDIA HIGHLIGHTS
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Industry Magazine
This sustainably minded metropolis boasts world-class dining and stunning mountain and sea landscapes.
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RECENTLY PUBLISHED STORIES
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Often called “Mother Nature’s Stairmaster”, the Grouse Grind is a bucket list hike. Here’s everything you need to know to tackle this challenging trail.
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Wander between rows of gorgeous purple blooms as the scent of lavender fills the air. It’s lavender season at these five Vancouver-area farms and gardens.
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Thanks to “a tremendous outpouring of support” after a huge public outcry, music lovers can rejoice and hit the beach once again this summer for the 46th annual Vancouver Folk Music Festival (VFMF) at Jericho Beach Park from July 14-16.
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This year’s Queer Arts Festival runs from June 17 to 28, taking place at multiple venues across the city. The festival celebrates the innovative and diverse work of 2SLGBTQIA+ artists across a wide variety of disciplines, including visual arts, literature, burlesque, and song.
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With forested trails to lakes and peaks all around the city, Vancouver is a hot spot for trail running. Sign up for one of these summer trail running races to test yourself on the region’s most picturesque trails.
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In-Market Activities
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InVOYAGE
June 19-22, 2023 | Cape Town, South Africa
This will be our first time participating with inVOYAGE, a well-respected events company and on-line media for the UK M&C market. This event has high-end events and incentives professionals from agencies and corporates across UK, Europe and North America networking together. Lois Wallis will be leading this initiative on behalf of Destination Vancouver.
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June 25-28, 2023 | Montreal
Expert insights, lessons learned from case studies, opportunities to ask your most pressing questions, and space to brainstorm solutions alongside peers as you build the frameworks to create and execute the marketplace of the future. Jackie Kavcak, Meghan Feldstein and Michelle Taylor will be leading this initiative on behalf of Destination Vancouver.
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June 28-29, 2023 | London
The Meetings Show is the best platform in the UK for the MICE industry to come together to source, learn and network. This sales trip will also include agency appointments in Birmingham June 27 and the Micebook Awards night June 29. Lois Wallis and Dave Gazley 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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