Industry Update | September 15

Today's update includes:

General Updates
InnFocus Magazine Out | Read Now
OTA Taxation Changes | Connect With Us if You Are Facing Challenges
Hospitality Insurance Program Evolves to PSIP Structure
Call for Nominations | TIAC 30 Under 30 Achiever Award
STR Summary | August 28 - Sept.3
Mark Your Calendars
Tipping Our Hat
Here's to Housekeepers! Happy Housekeeping Week | Sept. 11-17
BCHA Executive Board Director David MacKenzie Announces Candidacy for Mayor of Pemberton!
Comment Card | Thoughts and Comments from Our Industry
Last Laugh | A Little Something to Make Our Members Smile

InnFocus Magazine Out | Read Now

The latest issue of InnFocus Magazine is out now! Don't miss this opportunity to check out important articles that explore topics like: Retaining Top Talent; Tech Innovations; Hosting Sporting Events; Preventative Maintenance; People, Planet, Prosperity; and Names in the News.

We also are delighted to also feature General Manager of Crest Hotel, Angie Eccleston, and Wivine Mathias Rukers of Long Beach Lodge Resort in our Hotelier Feature and Leader of the Future, respectively.

OTA Taxation Changes | Connect With Us if You Are Facing Challenges

As announced in British Columbia’s Budget 2022 on February 22, 2022, as of July 1, 2022, certain marketplace facilitators must now charge and collect provincial sales tax (PST) and the municipal and regional district tax (MRDT) on taxable sales and leases that they facilitate through an online travel agency (OTA). We understand that some of you may be experiencing difficulty with this recent change and are in continued conversation with government to resolve these challenges.

We encourage you to reach out to Michael Macleod at mike@bcha.com outlining any challenges you may be facing. We look forward to bringing these conversations to the Ministry to resolve these challenges.

Hospitality Insurance Program

Evolves to PSIP Structure

The Hospitality Insurance program offers BCHA members industry-specific coverage and access to a unique and creative structure aiming to change how members acquire insurance, from purchasers to partial owners of their insurance program.

The HIP program is designed for the hospitality industry across Canada and for over 15

years, the program has recently changed how members acquire insurance, from purchasers to

partial owners of their insurance program; this structure is known as "Protected Self-Insurance".

Learn More | Lodging

Learn More | Beverage

Call for Nominations | TIAC 30

Under 30 Achiever Award

Nominations are now open for the TIAC 30 under 30 Achiever Award. This award will recognize up to 30 individuals, 30 years of age and younger, and their contributions to the development of a vibrant and professional tourism industry. Winners are celebrated by their peers during the annual TIAC Tourism Congress in Ottawa, November 22-23, 2022. Closes October 1

Learn More

STR Summary | August 28 - Sept.3

The numbers for British Columbia's September long weekend are in and BC is continuing to see a positive uptick in comparison to 2019 levels. The following is reflective of numbers from August 28 - September 3.

British Columbia had a 75.7% occupancy from Sunday-Thursday and a 88.0% occupancy during the weekend, up 7.1% compared to the same week in 2019.
British Columbia had an ADR of $247.64 from Sunday-Thursday and an ADR of $290.19 during the weekend, up 24.8% compared to the same week in 2019.
British Columbia had a RevPAR of $187.45 from Sunday-Thursday and a RevPAR of $255.37 during the weekend, up 33.6% compared to the same week in 2019.

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INDUSTRY TRENDS

Tipping Our Hat

Here's to Housekeepers! Happy Housekeeping Week | Sept. 11-17

This week, we are celebrating the incredible contribution of housekeepers across the world! International Housekeepers and Environmental Services Week is dedicated to recognizing the efforts of hard-working custodial staff members. During the global pandemic, we have seen these unsung heroes on the front lines to keep facilities clean and safe for those who work, visit, live and play there.

We encourage you to celebrate with us by recognizing your company’s cleaning and EVS staff. Post your appreciation on your personal and company social media channels or do as Microtel Kitimat (pictured above) did and have an employee appreciation day!

BCHA Executive Board Director David MacKenzie Announces Candidacy for Mayor of Pemberton!

BCHA Executive Board Director, David MacKenzie, is adding yet another thing to his resume! On top of being the Owner/ General Manager of Pemberton Valley Lodge, an Auxiliary Constable/DARE Officer with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, and Search & Rescue Manager with Pemberton & District Search & Rescue, along with his many other volunteer commitments, David has announced that he will be running for Mayor of Pemberton. David has previous experience as an elected Municipal Councilor and a deep-rooted passion for the community; he is joining the race as he is committed to ensuring a bright future for all in Pemberton. We wish David the best in his campaign!