Tourism

• Montana city launches campaign to woo back Canadian visitors: ‘We miss you’

  The Canadian Welcome Pass includes 15 businesses and a mix deals on lodging, retail, dining and museums in Kalispell, located near the border, about five hours south of Calgary.

  Consumer

  Nov 6
  
• Great Lakes cruises offer boost to Toronto’s waterfront tourism

  Toronto's cruise ship industry has seen a lot of growth over the last few years, bringing in millions of dollars to the Great Lakes region.

  Economy

  Sep 19
  
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• Kelowna saw record air travel this summer, but local businesses not benefiting

  Kelowna's airport reported a 7.6-per cent increase in passengers in June, 7.8 per cent in July, and a record-setting 8.5 per cent in August.

  Canada

  Sep 17
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• As Canadians travel more at home, here’s where many are visiting

  Canadians are looking more to domestic and non-U.S. destinations and experiences abroad this year compared to last year, according to new data from AirBnB.

  Consumer

  Aug 29
• Skipping the U.S. and taking a vacation to East Coast this year? It will cost you

  Canadians are finding domestic travel increasingly unaffordable, with high costs for flights, rentals, and hotels forcing some to scale back plans or stay closer to home.

  Consumer

  Aug 16
• Canadian trips back from the U.S. plummet again amid trade war: StatCan

  The United States continues to see a decline in visits from Canadian residents, according to Statistics Canada, as the trade war leads many travellers to seek alternatives.

  Canada

  Jul 10
• Alberta government offering its own museum initiative as part of Canada Strong pass

  Alberta Arts Minister Tanya Fir says it will drive more economic activity and showcase the province's history and culture.

  Canada

  Jul 9
• Cruise ship passengers flood Vancouver during busiest weekend of season

  Hotels and restaurants in Metro Vancouver will likely see a boost in business with nearly 50,000 people on cruise ships visiting this weekend.

  Canada

  Jun 29
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• Lethbridge jam-packed with summer events ahead of Canada Day

  From the return of Ribfest to the 25th year of the Rotary Dragon Boat Festival, southern Albertans have no shortage of great activities to attend before Canada Day.

  Entertainment

  Jun 27
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• Boozy pedal pubs: Ontario allowing alcohol on popular open-air bicycle bars

  As of July 1, pedal pubs -- where several people sit on a large open-air bicycle with seats surrounding a central bar -- will be allowed to have alcohol on board.

  Canada

  Jun 27