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Recreation, tourism, and hospitality industries help fuel British Columbia, and one group is working to empower women. Joanna Jagger, President and founder of WORTH Association discusses with Jennifer Palma on Global News Morning Weekend BC.

  It was a record-breaking summer for the Canadian tourism industry. New data from the Crown corporation promoting Canadian travel shows that the tourism sector generated nearly $60 billion from May to August, marking a 6 percent increase year-over-year. Touria Izri reports on the travel surge and highlights the region that experienced the biggest boost.

Laura Baxter of Oxford Economics joins Global’s Reggie Cecchini to discuss how the U.S. government shutdown is impacting the travel and tourism industries.

Toronto’s cruise ship industry has seen a lot of growth over the last few years, bringing in millions of dollars to the Great Lake Region. As Megan King reports, the industry is poised to become a growing layer of Toronto’s visitor economy.

A record number of passengers went through the Kelowna airport this summer. Even with the number of travellers up though, many in the tourism industry say they haven’t see a jump in business. Victoria Femia explains.

B.C’s tourism industry is bracing for the impact of the Air Canada strike, with many travellers expected to cancel their trips to this province when their flights are cancelled. Jennifer Palma reports.

Canadians are still keen to travel despite the economic uncertainty brought on by tariffs and the trade war with the U.S. We speak with Tourism Industry Association of BC CEO, Walt Judas about how B.C. has become a tourist hot spot for domestic travellers.

Industry officials say Halifax is enjoying a record-high number of visitors this summer, as the city becomes a must-see destination among Canadian travellers. But as Mitchell Bailey reports, Halifax isn’t the tourism bargain it once was compared with the rest of Canada – with demand outweighing the supply.

Jasper is known for being a picturesque destination drawing in visitors from around the world. When the wildfire ripped through the town, many wondered what this would mean for an industry that keeps Jasper running. And as Jasmine King reports, tourism is vital/

Tariffs are having a deep impact on industries across the globe, but one area in Alberta that is seeing an increase is local tourism. Travellers are crossing the U.S. off their list and coming to Canada instead. Jayme Doll has more.

The summer tourism season is officially underway, and the recent change in relationship change with our immediate neighbors to the south could transform just where Canadians book their vacations. Those who rely on the tourism industry hope more people spend their vacation time – and budgets – closer to home. Ottawa is betting on it...

A four-day showcase of what Manitoba has to offer travellers is well underway at the RBC Convention Centre. Katherine Dornian reports on the push to pitch our province.

There are new rules for short-term rental units in Montreal. The city and housing advocates hope the new rules will bring more units back onto the long-term housing market. But as Felicia Parrillo reports, critics say the new bylaw is too extreme and may hurt more than help the local tourism industry.

From international human rights advocates to local climate activists, hundreds of demonstrators peacefully protested on the steps of city hall on Sunday as leaders from around the world arrived for the G7 summit. Plus – tariffs are having a deep impact on industries across the globe, but one area in Alberta that is seeing an...

A provincial grant is helping sports organizations and the tourism industry with funds that will go to host special events and there are plenty of them coming to Calgary this summer. Moses Woldu has more impact on the local economy.

Hundreds of young gymnasts are heading to Kelowna this weekend to compete in The Grizzly Classic. The event brings many families to the Okanagan and gives the local tourism industry a boost. Sydney Morton has more.

From economic uncertainty to shifting attitudes of travel to the United States, local tourist attractions in southern Alberta have benefitted, with expectations for continued growth in 2025. Justin Sibbet reports. 

The Okanagan tourism industry says it’s welcoming Americans and their tourism dollars despite Trump tariffs. Travis Lowe has more on how hospitality remains the heart of the local economy.

Canadians are not the only ones supporting the “Buy Canadian” movement – so are Americans. And some of them are headed north for a holiday. Melissa Ridgen looks at how Canada’s tourism industry is expecting a banner year.

Vancouver needs thousands of new hotel rooms, and B.C. tourism industry prepares a list of demands for the winner of the federal election. BIV’s Tyler Orton has your business news.