Kootenay Rockies Tourism Association

KOOTENAY ROCKIES IN THE MEDIA ▶️ Story: Indigenous-run Ainsworth Hot Springs Resort in Western Canada by Carolyn B. Heller (Hotel Scoop) ▶️ Featuring: Ainsworth Hot Springs Resort I’m floating in a cave, a dark, steamy tunnel filled with gently bubbling water, its walls dimly illuminated. At Ainsworth Hot Springs Resort, an Indigenous-owned lodging in the mountains of central British Columbia, you can choose your soaking options, from a large swimming-pool-sized warm pool to a cold plunge pool to a cave burbling with mineral springs. You don’t have to stay at the resort to soak in the pools, but combining an overnight stay, a meal or two at the lake view Ktunaxa Grill, and time to enjoy the hot springs makes a relaxing getaway, particularly as a stopover on a Western Canada road trip. ♨️ Read the Full Story: https://bit.ly/4eiaSCu

Honouring BC Craft Beer Month (October) with praises. Let's raise our glasses to the trailblazing winners of the 2024 Canada Beer Cup. Their excellence truly marks the essence of this celebration. 🍺 Fisher Peak Brewing | Bronze for "Strong British Ale" 🍺 Mt. Begbie Brewing Co. | Gold for "Dark Lager" | Silver for "English Style Bitter & Ale" | Bronze for "Standard American Lager" 🍺 Torchlight Brewing | Silver for "Session Hazy" 🍺 Whitetooth Brewing Co. | Gold for "European Amber Beer" | Silver for UK Stout & Porter" View the 2024 Results: https://bit.ly/48su2nZ (Photo: Heidi Romich, Jordon Aasland and Justin Swanson celebrate the addition of more hardware recognizing the Fisher Peak Brewing Company, in Cranbrook, for its brewing excellence.)

Uncover the latest buzz in the Kootenay Rockies - stay in the loop! ✅ Upcoming Industry Events: https://bit.ly/3WUr1Fp ✅ Visitor Events: https://bit.ly/2zauGXq

Help Shape the Future of Workforce Development in Tourism and Hospitality In preparation for its next strategic planning process, go2HR needs your input to ensure its programs and services continue to meet the needs of tourism and hospitality businesses. Please take 5 minutes to fill out their survey and submit before November 1 to be entered to win $500 in regional travel credits. ☑️ Take the Survey: https://bit.ly/3NKErlf

go2HR is offering First Aid Assessment Workshops. During these practical sessions, you'll be guided through the assessment process, step by step, to make it easy to complete on your own. ☑️ Sign up for a sector focused session: ~ November 7: Ski and Other Recreation - https://bit.ly/3C9Uzu3 ~ November 12: Accommodation - https://bit.ly/4fe3RUp ~ November 14: Food and Beverage - https://bit.ly/4fcg0tl Now is the time for tourism and hospitality industry employers to understand the new standard, update their first aid programs and ensure compliance. The Webinar series covered these topics: ▶️ Overview of the new regulatory requirements ▶️ How to conduct a first aid assessment ▶️ Required procedural updates and industry best practices ▶️ How to meet the new mandatory first aid drill.

Explore the latest edition of our 'Research' Newsletter ✔️ https://bit.ly/4frGgzw Highlights ▶️ 2024 BC River & Trail Day Report ▶️ ETSIBC: Bringing Natural Assets into the Balance Sheet Webinar ▶️ go2HR First Aid Webinar Series Recordings and Resources Available ▶️ Labour Market Information ▶️ Measuring Canadian Occupancy Travel Patterns (Oct 20-26) ▶️ Outdoor Recreation Council of BC - Conducting & Using Visitor and Recreational User Reseach

Sustainability Storybook Showcases Team Canada's Solutions Destination Canada's Sustainability Storybook shares many sustainability initiatives available for business events across Canada. It also presents many of these turnkey solutions from communities across Canada, to inspire and challenge business events decision makers, planners, sustainability professionals and host destinations everywhere. Each sustainability solution in the book is aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. ✅ Read the Sustainable Storybook: https://bit.ly/3C4dEOq

Enhancing accessibility on the Trans Canada Trail in the West Kootenays – ensuring everyone has the chance to enjoy the beauty of nature. ✔️ An accessibility upgrade in Cottonwood Lake Regional Park, near Nelson. ✔️ Making the park accessible and creating a connection to the Great Northern Rail Trail (between Nelson & Salmo). ✔️ Multi-phase construction and upgrade project in the RDCK electoral areas E (Blewett, Balfour, Queens Bay, Longbeach, Harrop, Procter, Sunshine Bay, Bealby/Horlicks, Taghum Beach and rural Nelson), F (Beasley, Taghum, Willow Point, Nasookin, Grohman, Crescent Beach, Sproule Creek, Six Mile and Bonningto) and G (Hall Siding, Ymir, Ross Spur, Airport Road, Erie, Porto Rico, Nelway and Salmo North). Read the Full Story: https://bit.ly/3AeiRCJ

BC Tourism Climate Resiliency Initiative (BCTCRI) ▶️ Facilitated Sustainable Tourism and Climate Adaptation ▶️ Planning for Tourism Businesses ▶️ PROJECT ONE: Fall Intake Open ▶️ Learn more & Apply: https://bit.ly/3T7uq4G Delivered through the BC Tourism Sustainability Network, provides FREE one-on-one support to tourism businesses looking to incorporate environmental sustainability or climate adaptation measures into their operations, strategy and storytelling. Businesses accepted into this program will be provided with an experienced Program Advisor and other sustainability and climate adaptation experts from Destination BC's subject matter expert network. The advisors and experts will work one-one-one with each business to help them develop a sustainability and climate adaptation road map and perform detailed assessments to identify the most impactful, customized measures for climate resiliency.

KOOTENAY ROCKIES IN THE MEDIA ▶️ Story: Discover Southern British Columbia: An Unforgettable 8-Day RV Adventure with CanaDream by Brian Webb ▶️ Featuring: Golden, Invermere, Kimberley, Radium Hot Springs, Rossland, Yahk Picture this: winding mountain roads, crystal-clear lakes, lush forests, and charming small towns—all unfolding before you as you journey through Southern British Columbia in a comfortable RV. This is not just another road trip; it’s an epic adventure that promises awe-inspiring landscapes and lifelong memories. Trading the hustle and bustle of city life for the serene beauty of Canada’s western frontier is a decision you won’t regret. Read the Full Story: https://bit.ly/3UtVNGX