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A non-profit, Stakeholder-based organization, Indigenous Tourism BC is committed to growing and promoting a sustainable, culturally rich Indigenous tourism industry. Through training, information resources, networking opportunities and marketing programs, Indigenous Tourism BC is an important resource for Indigenous entrepreneurs and communities in British Columbia who are operating or looking to start a tourism business.

We work closely with industry, business, education and government organizations to support Indigenous tourism businesses and communities in BC in the development and promotion of quality tourism experiences.

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Indigenous Tourism BC 25th AGM + Celebration and Renewed Agreements with Provincial Tourism Partners

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Posted: December 5, 2022

Indigenous Tourism BC Signs Renewed Agreements with Provincial Tourism Partners 

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Posted: November 16, 2022

NEW PROGRAM AIMS TO “SPARK” NEW INDIGENOUS TOURISM IDEAS ACROSS BRITISH COLUMBIA

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Posted: October 20, 2022

Nature-inspired Connection: Indigenous Tourism BC Team Retreat at Klahoose Wilderness Resort

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Posted: October 4, 2022

2022 Board of Directors Nominations Open

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Posted: September 26, 2022

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

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Posted: June 27, 2022

YVR and ITBC Announce Indigenous Tourism Training Grant Recipients

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Posted: May 16, 2022

Historic investment to build modern, new RBCM, safeguard collection

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Posted: March 11, 2022

B.C. launches plan to revitalize tourism, creating opportunities for people

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Posted: March 4, 2022

ITBC’s Chair Brenda Baptiste awarded order of BC accolade

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Posted: March 1, 2022

Indigenous Tourism BC and ecologyst announce partnership

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Posted: January 19, 2022

Funding Supports Indigenous Tourism Recovery

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Posted: December 14, 2021

Indigenous Tourism BC Signs MOU with Destination Vancouver

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Posted: December 9, 2021

Indigenous Tourism BC Signs MOU with YVR

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Posted: September 24, 2021

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

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Posted: September 2, 2021

Introducing Dylan Rose, the new Iconics Project Manager

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Posted: June 30, 2021

Observing Canada Day During a Time of Mourning

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Posted: June 30, 2021

Tourism Sector Restart Phase 3 Toolkit

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Posted: June 28, 2021

Indigenous Tourism BC Releases Labour Market Research, Indigenous Tourism Labour Strategy and a Guide to Wise HR Practices

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Posted: June 18, 2021

June 21 marks National Indigenous Peoples Day in Canada

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Posted: May 25, 2021

Indigenous Tourism BC Launches Virtual Workshops In Celebration of National Indigenous History Month and Peoples Day

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Posted: May 4, 2021

ITBC Seeks Chief Governance and Partnership Officer (CGPO)

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Posted: April 28, 2021

Joint Statement Asking People to Stay Local to Bend the Curve

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Posted: February 23, 2021

Humility, Community, and Nature: Indigenous personal perspectives on self-care during COVID-19

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Posted: February 2, 2021

Indigenous Tourism BC to Distribute $5 Million through BC Indigenous Tourism Recovery Fund

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Posted: January 26, 2021

Indigenous Tourism BC Waives Stakeholder Fees for 2021

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Posted: January 14, 2021

Indigenous Tourism BC Unveils Three-Year Indigenous Alignment Strategy

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Experience Development

Providing programs for all stages of Indigenous experience and destination development.
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Marketing

Delivering marketing programs dedicated to raising awareness of the diverse and enriching Indigenous tourism experiences in British Columbia.
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Partnerships & Special Projects

Building partnerships that support our Indigenous mission, vision, and values contributing to the development of Indigenous tourism opportunities.
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Leadership & Innovation

Working with Indigenous communities and Stakeholders in creative and collaborative ways to secure a position of shared leadership in the accelerating Indigenous tourism industry.
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Tourism Industry Performance

Various performance indicators for Canada, BC and British Columbia’s six tourism regions - published by Destination BC.
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Indigenous Tourism in Canada

Access valuable research documents containing impacts and insights related to Indigenous tourism in BC and Canada.
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Training & Workshops

Our workshops and training programs have been designed to support the development of Indigenous tourism businesses from concept to export-ready.
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Indigenous Tourism Specialists

Connecting emerging entrepreneurs, growing businesses and interested communities to development and planning opportunities, programming and resources.
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Acknowledging Our Partners

We honour the collaborative work that has strengthened relationships leading us on this good path we are on today. We have made enormous strides with a long list of partners, thanks to our shared belief that Indigenous cultural tourism in BC is not just about business, but also about rediscovery, transformation and empowerment.

We raise our hands to gratefully acknowledge Destination BC and the Province of BC for the continued investment in our Indigenous communities.

   

Indigenous Tourism BC also acknowledges the  funding contributions from the following partners.

Indigenous Services Canada

Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada

Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan)

 

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