Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association

06/02/2026

Catch up on the latest Thompson Okanagan tourism updates and opportunities, specifically compiled for industry partners.

🏌 Golf Tournament Updates

📰 Visitor Centre Marketing Opportunities

📑Regional Research Snapshot

🏔️ Regional Media Updates and more

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Read the latest industry updates from the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association from June 1, 2026.

05/21/2026

Did you know that the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Inspiration Centre is a gateway welcome centre for travellers entering the region along Highway 97C above Peachland? Each season, tens of thousands of domestic and international visitors stop here to enjoy the first panoramic views of Okanagan Lake while they plan their next stops in the region.

There are numerous marketing opportunities available, including brochure racking, billboards, and pop-up events at the centre, right where travellers begin their trip in the region.

To reserve your brochure rack, billboard placement, or pop-up space for the upcoming season, please contact:

Barbara Bonnough
Tourism Inspiration Centre Manager
[email protected]
778-752-5877

05/04/2026

Destination BC and Prepared BC have put together a list of resources, toolkits, and other action items to help BC businesses and organizations to take action and work collaboratively towards being better prepared for potential emergencies.

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Destination BC and Prepared BC have put together a list of resources, toolkits, and other action items to help BC businesses and organizations to take action and work collaboratively towards being better prepared for potential emergencies. This year, the theme is “In It Together,” and businesses...

04/16/2026

The Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association will be teeing off at the Shuswap National Golf Course on June 9, 2026, for the 32nd Annual TOTA Golf Tournament!

This year, we are partnering with Salmon Arm Tourism to bring the lake-life vibes to the greens! ⛳

Don't miss out on the fun and take advantage of early bird pricing by registering today at

The Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association is hosting its 32nd annual golf tournament on June 9, 2026, in Salmon Arm, BC. Join us at Shuswap National Golf Course for a full day of fun, food, and drinks while supporting the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Industry. This tournament brings tourism industry pr...

03/30/2026

Catch up on the latest Thompson Okanagan tourism updates and opportunities, specifically compiled for industry partners.
This edition features training and sustainability resources and opportunities, including:

🌎Biosphere Program Snack & Learn with the City of Vernon
💻“Belong” Virtual Workshop - Presented by go2Hr
📑Tourism Sustainability Network Resources
🏔️ Regional Media Updates and more

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Read the latest industry updates from the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association from March 30, 2026

03/19/2026

Join go2HR on April 15, 2026, at 10:00 am for an engaging virtual workshop that will help you unlock the benefits of disability inclusion and discover how inclusive leadership strengthens teams, improves retention, and supports a more sustainable tourism future.

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Join Cindy Conti, HR Consultant with go2HR, for an engaging and informative session that will help you unlock the benefits of disability inclusion and discover how inclusive leadership strengthens teams, improves retention, and supports a more sustainable tourism future. Through the Belong initiativ

03/18/2026

📢 Last Call!

The 2026 Tourism Climate Adaptation & Environmental Sustainability Business Survey is open until March 20, and input from tourism businesses in the Thompson Okanagan will help build on last year’s findings and contribute to a clearer understanding of how the industry across BC is preparing for climate impacts.

Share your input today ➡️https://hubs.ly/Q047pXV-0

03/12/2026

Catch up on the latest Thompson Okanagan tourism updates and opportunities, specifically compiled for industry partners.
This issue includes:

📊 February's Research Snapshot
💻Destination BC: Foundations of Inclusive Marketing Webinar
🏔️ Regional Media Updates and more

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Read the latest industry updates from the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association from March 12, 2026

03/02/2026

📢 Reminder for Thompson Okanagan tourism businesses: the 2026 Tourism Climate Adaptation & Environmental Sustainability Business Survey is still open, but only for a limited time! Input from tourism businesses helps build on last year’s findings and contributes to a clearer understanding of how the industry across BC is preparing for climate impacts.

Share your input today ➡️https://hubs.ly/Q043S26Q0

02/24/2026

The province-wide 2026 Tourism Climate Adaptation & Environmental Sustainability Business Survey is now open for a limited time. Your input helps build on last year’s findings to strengthen understanding of climate preparedness across BC. Participating businesses will be entered into a draw for a pass to a tourism conference in BC.

Take the survey today ➡️ https://hubs.ly/Q043R_B60