Twelfth Annual BC Tourism Industry Awards

The BC Tourism Industry Awards were established in 1999 by Tourism British Columbia and the Tourism Industry Association of BC (formerly the Council of Tourism Associations). Since the inaugural event, the Awards program has grown substantially. There were nine awards open to competition amongst BC's top tourism industry contributors and innovators for 2011. The winners include:

-U'Mista Cultural Centre, Aboriginal Tourism BC Cultural Authenticity Award
-The Refinery Market.Style.Eatery, Delta Hotels Environmentally Responsible Tourism Award
-Panorama Mountain Resort, go2 Employees First Award
-Penticton & Wine Country Tourism, TIABC Sport Tourism Community Legacy Award
-Tourism Vancouver, T4G Limited Innovation in Tourism Technology
-Castlewood Productions - Best. Trip. Ever., TIABC Tourism Media Award
-Capilano Suspension Bridge Park CLIFFWALK, Vancouver Sun and Province Best Tourism Marketing Campaign Award
-Erik Graff, WorldHost® Customer Service Award

The awards presentation took place October 25, 2011 at the BC Tourism Industry Conference, during an evening celebration that attracted the best and brightest of the province's tourism industry.

Thank you to our 12th Annual BC Tourism Industry Award Sponsors:

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How should I format the nomination?

A: In the past, nominations have been submitted in a variety of formats. Past submissions have ranged from detailed letters to single pages with bulleted points. Some submissions will require more explanation than others, so it's up to you to determine what format communicates your nomination in the most effective way. It's important to ensure you are conveying the whole story of the tourism accomplishment.

Q: What samples/materials should be included in the nomination?

A: In the last ten years, organizations have submitted supporting materials that include media clippings, marketing collateral, testimonials and DVDs. It is important to include only pieces that directly support the nomination.

Q: We have been nominated for the Tourism Industry Awards in the past. Can we be nominated again?

A: Yes. Any organization that has been nominated in the past can be nominated for the 2011 BC Tourism Industry Awards, as long as they meet the award criteria. All past nominees will need to re-submit a nomination.

Q: Can I nominate my own company/myself for the awards?

A: Yes. We invite all organizations that meet the criteria to nominate themselves for the 2011 BC Tourism Industry Awards. Check back for award nominations and award criteria.

Q: Can we be nominated in more than one category?

A: Yes. If you meet the criteria for more than one award, please feel free to submit multiple nominations.

Q: Who will be judging the awards?

A: Each year, the Tourism Industry Award judges represent a cross section of people in the BC tourism industry.

Q: What is the benefit? What's in it for me?

A: The value of award programs is growing in the BC tourism industry. Not only will you and/or your company receive a beautiful award, you will have an effective marketing tool working for you. Your name and business will be showcased to over 600 of BC's top tourism professionals at one of the industry's most prestigious awards galas. You will also be mentioned on a number of sponsor websites, in awards brochures and other promotional materials, including releases to the media. It's easy to submit your nomination, it's low-cost, and you can promote your "Award Winning" business to your customers. What have you got to lose?

Q: What is the nomination deadline?

A: The deadline for submissions has been extended to August 26, 2011.

Q: How do I submit my nomination?

A: Please mail submissions to:

Tourism Industry Association of BC
Attn: BC Tourism Industry Awards
620-210 West Broadway
Vancouver, BC V5Y 3W2

Q: I still have questions. Who can I contact?

A: For more information about the BC Tourism Industry Awards, contact:

Kitka Neyedli
Membership & Industry Relations Coordinator
Tourism Industry Association of BC
Tel: 604-678-4012
Email: kneyedli@tiabc.ca

2011 Winners


TIABC Sport Tourism Community Legacy Award Winner: Penticton & Wine Country Tourism	T4G Technology in Tourism Award Winner: Tourism Vancouver	Aboriginal Tourism BC Cultural Authenticity Award Winner: U'Mista Cultural Centre
	2011 BC TOURISM INDUSTRY AWARDS
Delta Hotels Environmentally Responsible Tourism Award Winner: The Refinery Market.Style.Eatery		Vancouver Sun and Province Best Tourism Marketing Campaign Award Winner: Capillano Suspension Bridge Park CLIFFWALK

Go2 Employees First Award Winner: Panorama Mountain Resort	WorldHost® Customer Service Award Winner: Erik Graff	TIABC Tourism Media Award Winner: Castlewood Productions - Best. Trip. Ever.