go2HR receives Government Funding to Revitalize BC Tourism
In response to the impact from Covid-19, the Canadian government created the Tourism Relief Fund to support tourism businesses in the Lower Mainland and safely welcome back visitors. At go2HR, we received some of the funding to create a comprehensive labor recovery framework addressing labor shortages, and promote the BC tourism sector as a career of choice. Read the press release below to learn more about this funding.
Paddle BC launched in October as a collaboration between paddling associations and tourism organizations in BC. The goal is to promote BC as a world-class paddling destination and to endorse the safety of this sport with help from local experts. Check out Paddle BC and discover what our province has to offer with every paddling experience.
BC is launching a $30 million fund to build a strong and globally competitive tourism sector that fosters vibrant communities across the province. Learn how the fund works, who can apply, and what projects are eligible. Applications accepted until December 7.
This month, BC is now the first province in Canada that has passed a legislation on a permanent cap on fees charged by food delivery companies! Read the press release to learn how this legislation will support our BC restaurants and delivery drivers.
Putting in the Work: Stories and Lessons on Building Relations with Indigenous Peoples in Recreation
Join this webinar on December 6 and learn how Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples and communities are creating shared spaces for outdoor recreation together. Registration for this webinar is FREE.
Canada released its’ Immigration Levels Plan 2023-2025; by 2025 our country welcomes 500,00 new immigrants! Our country broke its’ all-time immigration record by welcoming over 405,000 immigrants in 2021. Read more about our country’s immigration levels in the next 3 years.
Know your Responsibilities around Preventing Workplace Harassment
We all have a role to play in preventing workplace sexual harassment. Our Safer Spaces online course for employers and supervisors explains how everyone in the workplace can help to create a safer space. It’s important to communicate acceptable workplace behaviour to all employees, to help foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. Use this resource from the Safer Spaces training course to help get you started
Canada is in a flu epidemic and health officials are urging people to get their flu shots. You can book your appointment online for your flu shot AND Covid-19 booster shot at the same date. If you haven’t already, register today to book your appointment online.
Stay Connected with WorkSafeBC with this New Webinar
On November 30, WorkSafeBC is hosting a webinar discussing ways to support your injured workers. Register for this FREE webinar and join BC employers and WorkSafeBC on how meaningful connections between employers and injured workers are impactful to their recovery and return to work.
Creating an accessible work environment is more possible thanks to Small Business BC. They are offering a Workplace Accessibility Grant to provide financial assistance for eligible small business employers in BC, and support them with creating an accessible work environment for persons with disabilities. Learn more as funding is on a first come, first serve and available until April 30, 2023.
According to go2HR’s Employment Tracker, October saw a slight downward trend in tourism and hospitality employment in BC. There was a decrease of employment of 3.5% from September to October. In October 2022, there were 341,740 jobs in the industry although September was slightly higher with employment at 354,000. Explore more of these statistics with go2HR’s interactive Employment Tracker.
On November 30 join Rachel Udy as she leads participants through understanding stress and the body’s response to it, while breaking down some misconceptions that “all stress is bad”. In partnership with CMHA BC and go2HR, this interactive workshop will walk you through building your own stress toolkit. Registration is FREE!
The BC Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA BC) and go2HR have partnered to create an online portal for mental health and wellness resources specifically for the Tourism and Hospitality industry. The portal includes information and resources about mental health, access to training, coaching support and more. Workplace mental health has never been more important. Take some time to explore all the resources and be sure to check back often, as it is regularly updated.
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