Hospitality, Marketing & Tourism

’Not a stellar year’ for tourism in the Thompson-Okanagan

Mixed occupancy rates and room prices reflect regional struggles

Sep 3, 2024 12:30 PM Read more >

Okanagan golf courses grapple with rough summer

Operators blame inflation, wildfires, crackdown on short-term rentals for a softer summer season

Aug 23, 2024 10:16 AM Read more >

Vancouver's iconic Hamburger Mary's on Davie Street sued for $278,067 debt

TD Bank says the restaurant business did not pay back two pandemic-era loans.

Aug 20, 2024 8:00 AM Read more >

Richmond hotel workers secure 30% wage increase, end strike

Ratified union contract for Sheraton employees includes new health benefits and return-to-work bonuses.

Aug 19, 2024 10:16 AM Read more >

Creating a ‘wow’ factor makes corporate events memorable

Whether for brand awareness or fundraising, distinctive events can leave an impression

Aug 16, 2024 7:00 AM Read more >

Unionized employees at Hotel Grand Pacific vote to strike

No date of a potential action by members of Unifor Local 14 has been set.

Aug 15, 2024 1:30 PM Read more >

Hotel worker unrest spreads across B.C. as negotiations stall

Residence Inn Downtown Vancouver – Marriott workers in second week of strike

Aug 14, 2024 3:00 PM Read more >

End-of-summer tourism bounce not materializing in Kelowna

B.C.'s short-term rental restrictions are hampering tourism activity in the region, some business owners say

Aug 8, 2024 8:49 AM Read more >

Canada says travellers should exercise 'high degree of caution' in U.K. amid protests

The travel advice cautions that even peaceful demonstrations can turn violent at any time and can deteriorate quickly.

Aug 7, 2024 7:21 AM Read more >

B.C. winery rallies opposition to short-term rental restrictions, says business down dramatically

"This year we've noticed a dramatic downturn in traffic. It has really impacted our sales. I've had to cut staff," says winery owner.

Jul 30, 2024 9:04 AM Read more >