Serving British Columbia’s tourism and hospitality industry with programs and services that support its growth and success since 1979
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BC’s tourism and hospitality industry is known for many things, including helpful, friendly, warm, welcoming staff who are always ready with a smile. Unfortunately, like many other sectors, substance use negatively affects our industry through absenteeism, lost productivity, and health and safety concerns. Whether dealing with an employee who is impaired on the job, taking a prescription medication, or managing…
Struggling to hire service supervisors, managers or other specialized service occupations (e.g. Chefs, Cooks, Bakers, Executive Housekeepers, F&B Supervisors, F&B Managers, etc.)? Mobilité Francophone may be of interest to you…
An effective orientation program supports your recruitment efforts. Research shows that an effective orientation reduces staff turnover, increases productivity and boosts morale. This will initiate a positive working relationship with…
Every independent business owner knows that competing against the big boys for top talent has always been a tough contest to win. With their well-recognized brands and rich benefits packages,…
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Richmond, B.C. (Oct. 16, 2018) — WorkSafeBC is launching an awareness campaign to educate employers and workers about impairment in the workplace, as the legalization of recreational cannabis takes effect…
The annual Small Business BC Awards competition is now open for nominations and public voting. The Small Business BC Awards is the largest small business awards competition in the province.…
In partnership with the BC Hotel Association, we are conducting a comprehensive wage survey. This study will provide insights into the average wages for key staff positions in the hotel…
The Industry Training Authority (ITA) is seeking industry feedback on the Canada-wide Harmonization of the Cook (Professional Cook) trade. If you are currently working in the sector, are familiar with…
August 28, 2018, Ottawa, ON — The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, and the Honourable Peter Dutton, Australia’s Minister for Home Affairs, today announced an agreement…
Don’t miss out on the conversation. Be a part of the community of BC businesses sharing your thoughts with the government. The BC Chamber of Commerce presents BCMindReader.com, a free…
Previously, WorksafeBC had requested stakeholder feedback on proposals to strengthen and standardize Certificate of Recognition (COR) policies, COR Audit Standard, and other components of the program across all certifying partners.…
ICBC and police team up for impaired driving campaign Starting this Canada Day long weekend, police are stepping up their enforcement of impaired drivers at CounterAttack roadchecks across the province.…
