TIA Yukon Industry Update June # 1
- June 2010 Newsletter
In this issue...
- Taxi and vehicle for hire public consultation to be held
Outside the Cube is hosting and facilitating a public meeting to discuss regulation of the taxi & vehicle for hire industry in Whitehorse. - Tourism Week in Canada - June 7-13, 2010
Tourism Week in Canada is the national celebration that highlights the economic impact and social benefits of Canada’s tourism sector among the media, general public and governments at all levels. - 2011 Yukon Vacation Planner
Don't miss out on representing your business in the official 2011 Yukon Vacation Planner! - Chambers of Commerce to continue pushing for changes
The Yukon and Whitehorse Chambers of Commerce hosted a meeting to brief members on efforts by the Chambers’ Joint Working Committee to implement lower assessment rates for businesses in the territory and to seek approval to extend their mandate. - Yukon Tourism events - June 3 to June 9, 2010
Want to know what tourism activities are happening across the territory? - Downtown Parking Management Plan
In result of the Downtown Parking Plan Advisory Meeting held on May 13th, TIA members have been asked to give their input. - Open for Business - The Canada-China Inbound Tour Operator Accreditation Program
The Canada-China Inbound Tour Operator Accreditation Office (ITOAO is now accepting operators shortly. - CTC’s ‘Rendez-vous Canada’ hits strongest buyer-to-seller ratio ever
Gold medallist Jennifer Botterill surprises guests at premier international tourism marketplace in Winnipeg, MB.
- Kluane National Park 5 Year Management Plan
The management plan review for Kluane National Park & Reserve of Canada (KNP&R)has been completed. - Department of Highways and Public Works - Notices and Bulletins
Highways and Public Works are providing up to date information and links to their website to assist you, your business and your clients by making road travel throughout the Yukon as trouble free as possible. - Six Social Media Tips to Save Your Business
Businesses have a choice about social media. They can either take on the responsibility for engaging with their ideal client or they can watch their business evaporate. - March 2010 tourism snapshot
Tourism snapshot just released. The Tourism Snapshot provides a monthly and year-to-date update on key CTC market visits to and from Canada performance of competitors, and other tourism related statistics. - CTC gets set to ride new wave of outbound tourism in South Korea
Summer campaign ka-chings high Canada awareness into sales. - CTC launches ski and snowboard guide
Inspirational source of winter ideas for piste lovers worldwide. - What's happening in Canada this fall?
The aurora borealis and fall colours in the remote Northwest Territories: the shoulder season delivers an impressive display—without snow ‘n cold. - Montréal tops list of North American international event host cities
Quebec metropolis leads as Vancouver and Toronto complete top three in ICCA 2009 official rankings. - CTC rolls out welcome mat around the world
Videos projected on buildings in major global cities put Canada top of mind for urban consumers. - 8 Signs of lousy leadership: look in the mirror, how are you doing?
Everyone can identify a lousy leader in their life be it their boss, their politician, or a well-intended volunteer on a committee. - Experiential Breaks = Opportunity
For years there has been a market opportunity for getaways of 2 to 4 days for busy people who can’t commit the time to a major vacation. - Travel and tourism got you puzzled? Ask CTC's Tourism BizWiz
With the hordes of refugees from the 2010 Olympic Winter Games now flooding the Canadian job market, what are some of the best resources, services, or HR firms for those seeking work in the tourism industry?