Resources for Tourism Businesses

We have compiled a list of resources to support employers and employees affected by the downturn in business caused by COVID-19, and help mitigate the impacts on our industry and economy.

From access to credit and financing, to getting help to pay your employees and certain taxes, there are lots of supports available, and more on the way from government and the private sector. Please visit each organization’s website for details.

For a list of COVID-19 Tourism Business Support Programs, current as of October 5, 2021:

COVID-19 Supports for BC Tourism Businesses – updated October 5 (PDF)

go2HR COVID-19 Vaccinations in the Workplace Toolkit

Do employers need to have a vaccine policy in place? Can employers demand proof of vaccination from their employees? How can employers balance health and safety concerns with human rights or privacy ones? What do employers need to consider if they want to implement a vaccine policy?

go2HR’s new toolkit COVID-19 Vaccinations in the Workplace – Toolkit for Tourism & Hospitality Employers contains practical information, resources and downloadable tools to help tourism and hospitality employers answer and address some of these difficult questions.