As we settle in to the routine of the new year, we’re excited to tell you about what we’re working on. You should know that the pace for 2019 is not going to slow down by any means. We hope you’re ready for a busy, productive year ahead! Call for proposals to host the annual Tourism Conference Don’t miss your chance to host this exceptional event, welcoming industry, innovative leaders and government partners to your community. Submissions due Feb 8th. Click here for the application form to have your summit in your community! Wildfire and Floods Impact Study – Destination BC DBC is conducting a survey to hear your impacts for recent years – ensure your voice is heard. Follow this link and please provide your feedback and guidance. 
New Year New Look – Annual Travel Guide & Map Pad sales begin! Sales have begun for this year’s regional flagship products. The 2019 travel guide brings a fresh new look and format AND reduced advertising costs to support our industry in their efforts to grow! First come first serve – map sells out fast – don’t miss out! Click the images to learn more about each of these opportunities! Content and Upcoming Events Thanks to everyone who sent images and video to support our social media and winter consumer marketing – you have seen some good results! Keep those coming in to social@landwithoutlimits.com and remember to send all the required legal permissions so we can use your great shots! We are also looking for updated information on 2019 events – if you are hosting an event please forward the details to Mareike@landwithoutlimits.com with contact information in case we need more. The team continues to work hard on your behalf and have some winter projects underway to gather new imagery, video and stories – please give them a wave if you see them in the field. Catalyst Accord 2022 Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Tourism Association has become a signatory to the Catalyst Accord, an initiative that encourages corporate Canada to increase representation of women on boards of directors and in executive positions, Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Tourism Association is setting the pace of change for business leadership in Canada. By pledging to accelerate or maintain (where already strong) the representation of women on its Board of Directors and in executive positions, Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Tourism Association is making its commitment to diversity and inclusion visible to employees, customers, and shareholders. By publicly committing to diversity in the boardroom and in executive positions, Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Tourism Association serves as a role model, demonstrating that leadership and accountability start at the top and sending a powerful message that diversity is good for business and an important element of good corporate governance. 
Destination Development We are pleased to share that the destination development program is gearing up again! Watch for details coming very soon as we hit the Gold Rush Trail in February with the final 10-year strategy and begin action planning.
February 11 – 3:30 – 5:30 pm Wells Hall February 14 – 1:30 – 3:30 pm South Cariboo Business Centre February 15 – 9:30 – 11:30 am Cache Creek Community Hall
The Regional DDS will also be shared in February – and we are looking for your support to share priorities with local officials and partners. Spring will see action planning commence in the Chilcotin Central Coast and completion of the Interlakes area/Hwy 24 strategy with action planning to follow. Contact amy@landwithoutlimits.com to make sure your seat is saved as these workshops fill fast! 
Remarkable Experiences Best wishes to the participates of the next RE program and congratulations to the District of Wells who is hosting on February 12-13, 2019. Learn how our Remarkable Experiences program can help you increase your revenue potential, expose you to regional connection opportunities, give you access to expert advice and enhance your businesses online presence. Take your business to the next level. With a remarkable program, comes remarkable growth. 
Rural Dividend A big thanks to the Ministry of Forests Lands Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development for their continued investment in tourism through the Rural Dividend Program. CCCTA has received $10,000 for a labour feasibility project to assist businesses in recruitment of the skilled labour required by our sector! And is pleased to be supported under the special circumstances provision of Rural Dividend with a $100,000 investment in destination development project implementation. Read more of this announcement here. Congratulations to all our community and non-profit partners who also received funding for projects. Making Waves It has come to our attention that some operators and partners in the region have received invoices or correspondence from a group calling themselves the “Chilcotin National Congress”. It appears that these activities may not be legitimate. If your business receives an invoice or direction from this group, or any other that you are unsure of, please advise the RCMP immediately and email advocacy@landwithoutlimits.com.
Emergency Preparedness Coordinator CCCTA – Josh Chafe
Emergency Program Pilot ends soon If you have not yet had the pleasure of meeting Josh – our Emergency Program Manager – you must connect! He can help you update or craft an emergency plan, procedures or fine tune operations to help your business be more resilient for future emergency events. Also watch for upcoming training opportunities in your area or contact josh@landwithoutlimits.com to be first in line!