BC Tourism & Hospitality 2023 Award Finalists

The BC Hotel Association (BCHA) and the Tourism Industry Association of BC (TIABC) are delighted to announce the winners and finalists of the 2023 BC Tourism and Hospitality Awards!

On March 2, 2023 nine awards were given out that recognize and celebrate excellence within British Columbia's tourism & hospitality industry. Congratulations once again to this years winners!

 The 2023 award winners and finalists for each category are listed below:

Indigenous Operator or Experience

This award recognizes Indigenous tourism businesses that demonstrate authenticity, cultivate a greater understanding of Indigenous culture, history and traditions, and contribute to the resilience of the local Indigenous community.

Winner!

Klahoose Wilderness Resort

Finalists

Nemiah Valley Lodge

Homalco Wildlife and Cultural Tours

Sustainability

This award recognizes an individual, organization or consortium operating in British Columbia who has championed the implementation and/or education of sustainable and regenerative practices in their tourism or hospitality operation. This category will celebrate those who have made a commitment (big or small) to working on goals and actions aligned with one or more of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Winner!

The Parkside Hotel & Spa

Finalists

Monte Creek Winery

Spirit of the West Adventures

Employees First

This award recognizes a British Columbia tourism and hospitality industry employer who has upheld high standards of excellence in human resource practices, with a specific focus on mental health & wellness.

Winner!

Sun Peaks Resort LLP

Finalists

Gooseneck Hospitality

Oswego Hotel

Business Woman of the Year

This category aims to raise the profile of women across the province who have achieved phenomenal success and are making a real impact in BC’s tourism and hospitality industry. This award recognizes the achievements, professional expertise and leadership of outstanding women who play a vital role in our industry. We use an inclusive definition of the terms woman and female and welcome trans, cisgender queer and non-binary people to apply.

Winner!

Kate Cox, Barkerville Heritage Trust

Finalists

Lan Do, Banh Mi Tres Bon

Sarah Vallely, OPUS Hotel Vancouver

Remarkable Experience

This award recognizes an individual, organization or consortium that has developed, delivered, promoted and sold a new or improved tourism product or experience that reflects the British Columbia tourism brand and contributes to a remarkable visitor experience.

A remarkable experience is one that triggers a consumer to share via word of mouth (including social media) their positive vacation experience; one that exceeds expectations.

Winner!

Northern FanCon

Finalists

Barkerville Historic Town and Park

Rambo First Blood, Tourism Hope, Cascades & Canyons

Innovation

This award recognizes an individual, organization or consortium that has embraced the opportunity to think outside the box and develop an innovative project, initiative, service experience or campaign that pushes the limits of how the tourism and hospitality sectors have traditionally operated. 

Winner!

Beyond the Haunting Investigations

Finalists

Driftwood Outdoor Guide & Business Apprenticeship

Misty Isles Economic Development Society

Professional Excellence

The Professional Excellence Award recognizes a community DMO for their demonstration of leadership, innovation, accountability and collaboration with the tourism industry in British Columbia. This DMO is a proven leader, an example of professionalism and best practices and has provided measurable value to the local and provincial tourism industry.  

Winner!

Destination Greater Victoria

Finalists

Tourism Ch'illiwack

Tourism Prince George

Community Contribution & Impact

This award recognizes an individual, organization or consortium that has demonstrated social responsibility through efforts to enhance social and cultural impact, help foster collaboration, and build resiliency in the community.

Winner!

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort and Conference Centre

Finalists

Destination Campbell River

John Rae, Resort Municipality of Whistler & Karen Goodwin, Tourism Whistler

Access & Inclusion

This award recognizes an individual, organization or consortium operating in British Columbia that has made a significant contribution toward creating inclusive and welcoming experiences for everyone. Through established initiatives and actions, nominees have demonstrated commitment to supporting accessibility, diversity, equity and inclusion within their operations, products, services and experiences. 

Winner!

Sport Surrey, City of Surrey

Finalists

The BC Bird Trail

Vernon Adaptive Program

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