What's New IN THE LAb
 SEPTEMBER 2024

BRITISH COLUMBIA

Cowichan "Spark" Program Launched

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In case you missed it, on September 5th we have officially launched our latest program in British Columbia - the Cowichan "Spark" Program! This program is presented by Destination BC, and run in collaboration with 4TVI and Tourism Cowichan.

Women-led and Indigenous-led tourism ideas and businesses are encouraged to apply, and all tourism ideas must be based in and benefit the Cowichan region.

Learn more about this program and apply by November 12th:
www.tourisminnovation.ca/Cowichan

register for the SEpt. 18 info session 

Be Inspired! "Spark" Winner Spotlight

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Rebecca Mason, Laugh Out Live! (Sea to Sky "Spark" Winner, 2021)

In addition to its marquee comedy variety shows, Laugh Out LIVE! is adding 2 new monthly events: The STAND UP STANDOFF and the IMPROV BATTLE!  

Visit their website at www.laughoutlive.com​ and join the next event in Whistler!



ONTARIO

Music Tourism-Themed "Spark" Program Launched ​in Canada's UNESCO City of Music

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London is Canada's UNESCO City of Music!

Do you have a new sustainable tourism idea that will amplify London's music culture and create engaging new experiences for visitors?

The London UNESCO City of Music "Spark" Program will match selected applicants with a mentor and provide $5,000 in seed funds to help bring their new music tourism ideas to life.

Learn more about this program and apply by October 10th:
www.tourisminnovation.ca/LondonCityofMusic

register for the sept. 18 info session

6th Round of the Bruce County
​"Spark" Program Launched

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A sixth round of the “Spark” Mentorship & Grants Program has been launched to encourage Bruce County entrepreneurs, small businesses and non-profit organizations to create new sustainable tourism ideas for the region.

Learn more about this program and apply by October 24th:
www.tourisminnovation.ca/Bruce

Register for the sept. 25 info session

Northeastern Ontario "Spark" Program
​Launch Event in North Bay

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REgister for the event

Upcoming Tourism Industry Conferences

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Building Mentorship in Canada's Tourism Sector

Are you a recognized tourism innovator, successful entrepreneur, experienced operator and/or sector expert?


​Join our "Spark" Mentor Network and support up-and-coming and early stage tourism innovators in Canada by providing advice and guidance to help them take their new tourism ideas to the next level of development. Contact us at [email protected]​ for more information on the program and how you can be a mentor.

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www.tourisminnovation.ca

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