Indigenous Globox™

The Indigenous Globox™ Campaign is a specially curated gift box featuring authentically local First Nations products and experiences from the Nlaka’pamux, Syilx, and Secwepemc peoples.

Developed by Glohaven Community Hub, Shop First Nations (SFN), and the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association (TOTA), gift boxes showcase the creations of local Indigenous artisans, crafters, and experience providers in the Thompson Okanagan region

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Accessible Website Design | Destination BC

Web accessibility allows users of all abilities to understand, use and enjoy the internet. In this week’s Content Marketing Learning Series article, you’ll learn how employing simple interfaces with frictionless and alternative user pathways can improve the overall experience of your website.

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Free Social Media Strategy Support for Museums Provided by On This Spot History App

On This Spot History App is offering free social media strategy support for museums in the form of a bi-weekly virtual drop-in. This is an opportunity for Thompson Okanagan museums to learn how to improve social media engagement, gain new followers, and build an online brand that attracts visitors to services.

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Free Travel Offer Listings on HelloBC.com

Destination BC is listing Travel Offers on HelloBC.com as a “hook” to encourage potential travellers to explore a variety of BC experiences, attractions, and accommodations. Research shows that offers play an important role in moving the consumer’s mindset from planning to purchasing and is also a great opportunity for businesses to feature new products or experiences, drive website traffic/bookings, and ultimately acquire new customers.

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Guidance for Outside Dining Spaces

The B.C. Ministry of Health has published new 'Guidance for Outside Dining Spaces.' This document provides information on ways businesses must comply with the Provincial Health Officer's Order on Food and Liquor Serving Premises, specifically the requirements for providing outside food or drink services.

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B.C. Employer Training Grant (ETG)

The B.C. Employer Training Grant program provides access to the skills training needed to adapt to the changing requirements of jobs and the labour market while encouraging employer involvement in the training of their employees. Training must result in a better job at the applicant’s company once training is completed.

The ETG is a cost-shared program. Reimbursement amounts vary between 60% and 100% depending on the training stream. Employers are eligible to receive up to $300,000 per fiscal year (April 1 – March 31).

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Certificate of Recognition (COR) Health & Safety Program | go2HR

The Certificate of Recognition program (COR) is an occupational health and safety audit, certification and incentive program rewarding employers that go beyond the legal requirements of the Workers Compensation Act and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Regulation by taking the “best practice” approach to implementing their injury prevention and injury management programs.

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COVID-19 Workplace Assessment Tool for Tourism and Hospitality Employers | go2HR

go2HR’s new COVID-19 Workplace Assessment Tool provides tourism and hospitality employers with information and resources to assist in developing a robust COVID-19 Safety Plan. The tool includes five key steps to evaluate current set ups in relation to managing the risk of exposure to COVID-19 in the workplace, with suggestions on how to improve.

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