The unions also asked Ottawa to back approval and deployment of rapid COVID-19 tests for passengers as a step toward easing travel restrictions and quarantine rules. You can read more of the news on source

An eligible vacation must include a paid overnight stay between July 15 and Sept. 30, according to the province. You can read more of the news on source

Wesley Barnes faces up to two years in prison if convicted under Thailand’s harsh defamation laws. You can read more of the news on source

The government of Saskatchewan is adding privately-owned RV parks and campgrounds, as well as licensed outfitters, to its Saskatchewan Tourism Sector Support Program. You can read more of the news on source

Glenburnie spa development to proceed after council approves zoning change. You can read more of the news on source

Indigenous tourism was growing in Alberta before the pandemic hit. Now, many operators hope their doors will still be open when travel restrictions ease. You can read more of the news on source

The plan is largely being seen as Premier John Horgan’s potential election platform if he decides to send voters to the polls this fall. You can read more of the news on source

The numbers are in and as expected, tourism is down dramatically in Banff. Now, business owners are preparing for the upcoming season with hope, anxiety and uncertainty. You can read more of the news on source

The Alberta Birds of Prey Centre will be closing its doors to walk-in visitors after Labour Day until it reopens in 2021. You can read more of the news on source

According to Tourism Kelowna, July saw a 35 per cent increase in overnight total visitor trips to Kelowna. You can read more of the news on source