Today's update includes:
- General Updates
- National Hotel Sector Receives $3.4 Million in Project Funding Through HAC
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Go2HR | Tips for Onboarding New Staff
- Deadline Approaching! Sign up Today to Recruit Skilled Workers Without LMIA!
- DBC Seeking Candidates for Tourism Marketing Committee
- Register | Free Workplace CARE Training to Support Mental Wellness
- Okanagan Operators | FortisBC Free Energy Efficiency Program Lunch & Learn
- LDB Update | Service Levels to Return Tomorrow By End of October
- ISO | Anavada Inn Seeking Furniture
- Place Your Bids & Register | Industry Fundraisers
- Member Spotlight | Do More Than You Think with MET
- Don't Miss Out! Purchase Tickets for the WCLC Taking Place Oct.24-25
- Mark Your Calendars
- Tipping Our Hat
- Exciting News! Kelowna International Airport & The Sutton Place Hotels Announce Plans for a New Hotel in Kelowna
- Comment Card | Thoughts and Comments from Our Industry
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Last Laugh | A Little Something to Make Our Members Smile
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National Hotel Sector Receives $3.4 Million in Project Funding Through HAC |
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HAC will recieve $3.4 million and deliver on two projects: Green Key Assessment & Technology Modernization and a National Hotel Recovery Labour Research project. The BCHA looks forward to working alongside our national hotel sector to support our BC operators with this critical investment.
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Go2HR | Tips for Onboarding New Staff |
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Taking the time and investment to properly onboard new employees shouldn’t be underestimated as better trained employees are more likely to stay with the organization. Given the current labour shortage, it makes good business sense to nurture your relationship with your newest employees. We’ve got some great tips to help you onboard new staff. |
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Deadline Approaching! Sign up Today to Recruit Skilled Workers Without LMIA! |
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The BCHA has received an invitation to the Destination Canada Mobility Forum taking place on Nov. 17- 23 in Paris (France) and Rabat (Morocco) with a goal of recruiting skilled and unskilled workers to participating establishments, while further solidifying partnerships with additional countries to bring workers to accommodations in BC.
We are providing hotel across BC the opportunity for us to represent them in their recruiting efforts at this exclusive event that is not open to accommodators. Email Alison@bcha.com by October 7th to confirm your spot and see the link below for complete details.
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DBC Seeking Candidates for Tourism Marketing Committee |
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One week left to apply to join Destination British Columbia's Tourism Marketing Committee (TMC). Don't miss out on this opportunity to work with DBC to develop a successful, dynamic, and sustainable tourism sector for BC. Apply by October 11, 2022. |
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Register | Free Workplace CARE Training to Support Mental Wellness
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Take advantage of this offer for the Workplace CARE Certificate, a FREE staff training and workplace certificate program for the Tourism and Hospitality industry. This training is roughly 3 hours and is offered through the ongoing collaboration between go2HR and Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) BC Division.
Workplace CARE Level 1: Primary Concerns by Not 9 to 5 is a self-paced virtual course. You’ll be able to check-in with a learning coach when you have questions.
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Okanagan Operators | FortisBC Free Energy Efficiency Program Lunch & Learn |
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FRESco and ForitsBC invite your to attend a free lunch and learn on October 7th at 12:00pm atThe Sandman Hotel Conference Center 939 Burnaby Ave, Penticton, BC V2A 1G7
Learn about: New rebates and program offers for high efficiency equipment; opportunities for free energy upgrades that reduce building operating costs; free engineering support for building upgrades; free energy assessments; how property managers can save time and avoid hassles; how building operators can access a $100 gift card for each registered building participating in the program (limited-time offer).
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LDB Update | Service Levels to Return Tomorrow By End of October |
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In a memo share The Liquor Distribution Branch (LDB) distribution centres and Wholesale Customer Centres (WCC), it was announced that the LDB has completed all orders scheduled to ship prior to September 28. You will be notified when your order has been shipped. The LDB is at least one week behind due to a continuation of higher than predicted volume and estimates it will take until the end of October before service levels and delivery timelines return to normal.
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ISO | Anavada Inn Seeking Furniture |
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Anavada Inn & Suites – Spruceland is currently seeking furniture to support their recent renovation for 20-40 rooms immediately, and 80 altogether. The Inn is looking for complete sets (headboard, desk, nightstand, tv console, art, drapes etc.) for king, queen, and double queen rooms.
The property is located in Prince George but furniture can be picked up across Western Canada.
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Place Your Bids & Register | Industry Fundraisers |
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Member Spotlight | Do More
Than You Think with MET
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Known for our 45 year print pedigree and redefining the role of the conventional commercial printer, Met has evolved into your one stop shop for all brand and marketing needs. From print and custom packaging to merchandise and brand activations, MET delivers compelling visual narratives that transform bold ideas into unforgettable experiences. MET prides itself to be a Zero Waste, Carbon Neutral, family-owned, Canadian-operated organization Head Quartered in Vancouver, BC.
Get print, merch & promo, custom packaging, reward & recognition supplies, brand activations, retail, webstore.
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Don't Miss Out! Purchase Tickets for the WCLC Taking Place Oct.24-25 |
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Join your fellow industry colleagues and benefit from four interactive panel sessions and a fireside chat designed to educate and inspire. Purchase tickets now for the event taking place October 24-25, 2022! The Hyatt Regency Vancouver has been designated the official host venue for the 2022 Western Canadian Lodging Conference. Book your room before October 11th, 2022 and receive a special rate of $279.00 for a King room.
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Industry News & Quick Links |
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BC & CANADA
WORLD NEWS
INDUSTRY TRENDS
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Exciting News! Kelowna International Airport & The Sutton Place Hotels Announce Plans for a New Hotel in Kelowna
Kelowna International Airport (YLW) and The Sutton Place Hotels, a luxury hotel brand owned and operated by BC based Northland Properties Corporation, are excited to announce development plans for a new luxury hotel at Kelowna International Airport! The Sutton Place Hotel Kelowna will be conveniently located adjacent to the terminal building and is a perfect destination for those arriving and departing from YLW with plans to stay and explore the Okanagan Valley!
This hotel will a welcome addition for the Kelowna region, helping accommodate more visitors to experience and explore the Okanagan!
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2022 Small Business Week Summit
October 17-21, 2022
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Empower Her - WORTH Events Across BC
Kelowna - Oct.18 | Victoria - Nov. 2 | Vancouver - March 2023 | Whistler - April 2023
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2022 Western Canadian Lodging Conference
October 24th - 25th, 2022 | Hyatt Regency, Vancouver
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SPARK BC Hotel & Liquor Conference
November 15, 2022 | Granville Island
Stay tuned for details!
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