The latest news and information for members.
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BUSINESS INSIGHTS
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Destination Vancouver is pleased to present our forecast report for the next week, from June 26 to July 2. A total of 15 cruise ships will be arriving with an estimated 48K passengers. We have one business meeting on the books from our CRM. We are seeing a decrease in hotel bookings for the next week compared to the current week, but an increase in air bookings from all markets.
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DESTINATION VANCOUVER MEMBER EVENTS
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Summer Member Mixer
Thursday, June 22 l 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM l 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.
If you'd like to attend, check your email inbox for your invitation.
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OPPORTUNITIES FOR MEMBERS
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National Indigenous Peoples Day
On June 21, Canada marks National Indigenous Peoples Day to recognize and celebrate the history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations.
Reconciliation is an on-going process, not a destination. Each time as individuals and organizations we support Indigenous-owned or managed businesses, visit cultural attractions, or attend events and deepen our understanding of Indigenous art, history and culture, it is a step on that journey. The City of Vancouver's website has resources to help you learn more.
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Granville Street Planning - Phase one survey
Help the City of Vancouver create a new plan for Granville Street that reimagines the future of Vancouver's entertainment district and premier main street as an exciting, welcoming, safe, and inclusive downtown destination that is alive with activity 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week/ 365 days a year.
The survey will take 10-12 minutes to complete and is open until June 30.
Please click here to complete it.
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BCHF - Spirit of Hospitality Online Lottery - Donation Request
The British Columbia Hospitality Foundation in partnership with the Hotel Association Vancouver are introducing The Spirit of Hospitality Lottery to support ongoing initiatives. To date, the lottery has generated in excess of $200,000. Running from October 27 to November 12 the lottery's list of prizing will include curated packages that create wonderful experiences that exemplify the spirit of hospitality. Prize donations can include complimentary overnight stays, transportation, admission to attractions, and more. Organizations that donate will be promoted via social channels across British Columbia starting in August. If you wish to support the BCHF by donating a prize, please complete the donation form by July 12, 2023.
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ʔəy̓alməxʷ 1/Iy̓álmexw 2 / Jericho Lands Phase Four Public Consultation
The City of Vancouver is leading engagement for The Jericho Lands. The planning program is a comprehensive process which will create a policy statement to guide future development. The planning program will explore priorities including:
- Ways to advance our collective work toward reconciliation
- Creating a complete community with a range of housing options with different income levels and tenures and more
To learn more and give your input, visit here.
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MEDIA HIGHLIGHTS
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Forbes Travel Guide
The best time to get away to coastal British Columbia and Washington State is when the sun shines. While the cities of Vancouver, Seattle and Victoria have plenty to do year-round, you can enjoy even more top-notch experiences across this Pacific Northwest region during the warmer months.
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RECENTLY PUBLISHED STORIES
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Celebrate Canada's 156th birthday by getting outdoors around Vancouver. You can go for a hike, hit the beach, paddle a kayak, attend a cultural festival, and lots more.
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Summer concert season is kicking into high gear. Some of the world's most popular recording artists are coming to town on their various world tours. Most of these popular musical acts are scheduled to perform for sold-out audiences at Rogers Arena, BC Place, or one of Vancouver's many other live venues.
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Vancouver is known around the world for its gorgeous natural surroundings and striking cityscape. Spas and other wellness establishments are inspired by this beauty when curating relaxing experiences that are quintessentially West Coast. Many of them take place outdoors where you can soak up everything Vancouver has to offer.
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In-Market Activities
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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 frameworkds 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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