Tourism

Idaho Peak access to remain closed this summer

Tourism My Nelson Now Staff -
Six years after a washout ended easy access to a popular Slocan Valley lookout, the provincial government still hasn't decided what to do about it.

B.C.’s FIFA World Cup price tag climbs to $729M

Tourism Emily Joveski -
B.C. says the cost of hosting seven FIFA World Cup matches in Vancouver could reach $729 million, up $105 million from its previous high-end estimate.

Kootenay events get funding boost

Tourism My Nelson Now Staff -
The BC Government is providing support for three local events this year, including Shambhala Music Festival. 

New Kaslo Jazz board seeks public input on future of festival

Tourism My Nelson Now Staff -
The new board of the Kaslo Jazz Etc. Society is looking for input on the future of the Kaslo Jazz Festival at an upcoming town hall meeting later this week. 

Contract talks stalled for union workers at Victoria’s Empress hotel

Tourism Emily Joveski -
Contract talks have broken off between Victoria’s Fairmont Empress hotel and the union representing its workers.

‘Really unfortunate’: Kaslo mayor says festival cancellation will hurt businesses

Tourism Storrm Lennie -
The cancellation of the Kaslo Jazz Etc. Festival is expected to hit the local business community the hardest as the village braces for the loss of one of its biggest tourism drivers.

Kaslo Jazz Festival cancelled for 2026 amid $250K debt

Tourism My Nelson Now Staff -
The Kaslo Jazz Etc. Festival will not go ahead this summer as organizers face mounting financial pressures and a $250,000 debt.

B.C. launches new permitting hub for adventure tourism operators

Tourism Emily Joveski -
British Columbia has launched a pilot project aimed at speeding up permits for adventure tourism operators, with the province promising a simpler process and shorter wait times.
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