RESOURCES
Tourism Industry

Floods, wildfires, pandemics, and other disruptions can significantly impact tourism businesses. Preparing in advance helps protect staff and guests, safeguard property, and ensure a quicker return to welcoming visitors. Destination BC, an important partner of BCEDA, provides tailored resources to support tourism operators before, during, and after a crisis. Access practical tools, templates, and guidance designed to strengthen preparedness, speed recovery, and build long-term resiliency for your business and the communities that depend on it.

Tourism Emergency Management
Committee (TEMC) Resources

Emergency Communications Modules

Practical tools such as checklists and templates to plan and execute your emergency/crisis communications response.

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Emergency Messaging Guidance

Official emergency information resources for British Columbia, as well as suggested messaging, visuals, and actions for BC’s tourism industry during emergencies.

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Responsible Travel Graphics

Seasonal graphics that can be downloaded and shared through industry partner social channels to encourage responsible travel behaviour.

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Additional Resources

Mitigation
Preparedness
Response
Recovery