Welcome to TIABC – Tourism Industry Association of BC
JUST RELEASED
Province Extends State of Emergency – Due to Wildfire Risk
The Province is extending the provincial state of emergency until Sept. 14th to ensure public safety and support the response to the wildfire situation.
Just Released
Coastal Marine Strategy – What We Heard Report
This report by government summarizes key themes captured during the engagement process.
JUST RELEASED
REPORT ON BUDGET 2024 CONSULTATION
The Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Service has released the Committee’s report on the Budget 2024 consultation. The report includes 2 recommendations by TIABC:
– Retain MRDT Funding Purposes
– Request for Emergency Management Funding
IMPORTANT NEWS
Industry Associations Call for More Time to Repay CEBA Loans
TIABC joins more than 250 organizations representing thousands of businesses across the country urging the Federal Gov’t to extend current CEBA repayment deadline to end of 2025.
JUST RELEASED
New Federal Tourism Growth Strategy
The Canadian government has unveiled a new Federal Tourism Growth Strategy, titled “Canada 365: Welcoming the world. Every day.”
NEW RESEARCH
2 out of 5 Tourism Operators in Canada Report Being at Risk of Closing
45% of Canada’s tourism businesses report that they are likely or somewhat likely to close within the next three years without government intervention into their mounting debt load, according to new research conducted by TIAC, TIABC and it’s provincial and territorial partners.
TIABC UPDATE
TIABC Releases 2022 Advocacy Report Card
TIABC is pleased to release its 2022 Advocacy Report Card, which details the advocacy efforts and achievements and synopsis of some of the organization’s key initiatives last year.
GOV’T REPORT RELEASED
Conversation on the Future of Tourism: What We Heard
The report is a summary of what government heard during the 2022-2023 province-wide engagement sessions
JUST ANNOUNCED
Province to Provide Funding to BC-based Events
Through the BC Fairs, Festivals and Events (BCFFE) fund, government will be providing $30 million in one-time grants to eligible events in response from the sector for help.
LISTEN ON SPOTIFY
TIABC Voice of Tourism Podcast
TIABC’s podcasts have been developed to provide TIABC members and stakeholders with insightful content and a unique perspective on BC’s tourism industry.
The TIABC’s Voice of Tourism features CEO Walt Judas, interviewing some of the most respected professionals in the tourism industry.
NEW
TOOL FOR HOSTING MAJOR EVENTS
Province provides new tool for communities hosting major tourism events
May 2022
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT FRAMEWORK
Framework released for BC Tourism Emergency Management
REVITALIZE TOURISM IN BC
Province launches 3-year roadmap to revitalize BC Tourism
TIABC BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Our board of directors is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion & reconciliation
About TIABC
The Tourism Industry Association of BC advocates for the interests of British Columbia’s $22.3 billion visitor economy (normalized year).
Membership
Through your membership, you will part of a strong, collective voice while helping to support TIABC’s advocacy efforts.
Advocacy
TIABC leverages advocacy as a tool to achieve sustainable tourism solutions by identifying the key issues from our industry.
Policy
Guided by the TIABC Policy Committee, policies have been developed to advise, direct and help reframe tourism development.
The Voice of the BC Tourism Industry
TIABC’s Vision is for the tourism industry to be recognized as one of British Columbia’s leading and sustainable industries. As the primary advocate for BC’s visitor economy, TIABC unites operators, sectors, DMOs, government and residents to support and be passionate about making this province a great place for tourism.
- 200+
- Current TIABC Members
- 12%
- of British Columbians are Employed in Tourism
- 300,000
- People employed in BC tourism
- 19,748
- BC Tourism-related businesses
Advocacy & Policies
As the Voice of Tourism for British Columbia’s 19,300 businesses and 300,000+ employees, we present our list of advocacy activities on our efforts to date with the caveat that our job is far from over.
TIABC One Minute Monitor
Recent Poll Results
64%
Support the campfire ban
36%
Against the campfire ban
How it works
As necessary, TIABC Releases an Industry Survey. See below to participate in this week’s poll.
Receive our newsletter for the full results
Poll: Province-wide Campfire Ban
1). Do you support the idea of a province-wide (open) campfire ban between the months of May and October to help mitigate wildfires in British Columbia, YES or NO – 2). Please explain “why” or “why not” .
The Value of Tourism
In January, 2022 TIABC launched The Value of Tourism (VoT) initiative. This project was designed to increase the understanding of tourism as a powerful engine for economic, cultural, and social well-being, and to secure cross-government support for tourism investments by describing how tourism benefits every community and region in British Columbia.
This project was also designed to increase interest in tourism as a career choice, as well as provide insight into how tourism can be a catalyst for addressing major issues and opportunities such as climate change, sustainability, reconciliation, workforce, among other priorities.
TIABC Partners and Sponsors
TIABC has forged mutually beneficial industry partners and sponsorship to ensure our organization maximizes the available resources that are critical to supporting BC’s visitor economy. Our partners valuable contributions support TIABC’s mission and play a critical role in supporting initiatives that are dedicated to improving the quality and competitiveness of BC’s tourism sector.
Upcoming Industry Events
Industry events provide an opportunity share knowledge, network with colleagues, connect with key decision-makers, and showcase our industry successes. Here is a look at some of the upcoming industry events.
- 16
- Oct
BC Hotel & Liquor Conference (SPARK)
Learn more about the event in the link below.https://myemail…
- 1
- Nov
Kootenay Rockies Tourism Association AGM
Taking place the afternoon of Nov. 1st and morning of Nov. 2…
- 9
- Nov
TIABC – 2023 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING (Virtual)
TIABC Tourism Industry Association of BC is inviting you to …
- 15
- Nov
Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Tourism Association AGM & Conference
Communication
As our province embarks on the road to recovery, TIABC strives to ensure you are well-informed with up-to-date information on our ongoing efforts to communicate with our sector stakeholders and government agencies on your behalf.
TIABC Members
Through your membership, you will part of a strong, collective voice while helping to support TIABC’s advocacy efforts, policy development, programs, and activities that benefit the sector’s sustainability, development and growth.
