C-19 BULLETIN -
June 11, 2020
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An Open Letter to the Prime Minister of Canada and all Premiers
The Canadian Travel & Tourism Roundtable is comprised of leaders across the travel and tourism industry – with representatives from airlines, airports, hotels, and chambers of commerce across Canada. Their mission is to promote a responsible reboot of the travel and tourism industries by prioritizing safety and adherence to new regulations.
Over 120 business leaders are calling on Canadian governments to re-open the doors of our provinces, territories and country.
#timetotravel
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Tourism Sector Calls for National Plan
to Cut Back on Travel Restrictions
In today's Globe and Mail, Canada’s tourism and travel sector says it's time for the country to ease border restrictions ahead of the summer season – including some international travel – even as the federal government looks to extend border closings. TIABC CEO Walt Judas is among those quoted in the article that follows on the heals of the open letter to Prime Minister Trudeau.
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New PHO Order Good News for Liquor Primaries
Today, the Provincial Health Officer released a
new public order
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removing the 50% capacity limit
for premises, including licensed premises, in which food or drink is served.
Those establishments that can meet the requirements of the order are
permitted to open, regardless of license type
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This means liquor primaries are permitted to open, regardless if they serve food or not, so long as you can meet the requirements of the order.
The order also provides clarity on the types of barriers that can be used. More details below.
Download a copy of the PHO public order
here
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This positive change is in direct response to the advocacy work of the Business Technical Advisory Panel, as well as ABLE BC and their industry partners the BCRFA and BC Craft Brewers Guild.
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WorkSafeBC Releases Discussion Paper for Stakeholder Comment
The Policy, Regulation and Research Division of WorksafeBC is releasing a discussion paper on adding diseases caused by communicable viral pathogens, including COVID-19, to Schedule 1 of the Workers Compensation Act with options and draft amendments to stakeholders for comment.
If a disease is identified in Schedule 1 and the worker was employed in the corresponding process or industry listed in the Schedule, then WorkSafeBC presumes the cause of the disease is work-related, unless the contrary is proved.
The consultation period for this item will end Friday, June 12th.
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onsultation has been expedited and will end on June 12th in order for the Board of Directors to consider the proposed amendments at its July meeting). The Board of Directors will consider stakeholder feedback before making a decision on the draft amendments.
TIABC will be submitting a response to WorksafeBC by Friday's deadline.
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Restaurants Canada Survey Paints Grim Picture of Restaurant Sector
Most foodservice businesses across the country continue to operate at a loss, even as the economy is slowly restarting, according to a new survey from Restaurants Canada.
After months of significantly reduced revenue, or none at all, and now facing months of operating at reduced capacity, many restaurants need continued support to survive
the road to recovery.
The survey reveals most restaurants are still losing money. Among respondents whose operations are either open for takeout or delivery only, or already offering dine-in services under new restrictions:
- Six out of 10 said they are operating at a loss.
- 22% of single-unit operators and only 15% of multi-unit operators said they are just breaking even.
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Know Your Rights & Options as an Employer or Employee Vis-a-Vis Temporary Layoffs
Employers and employees need clarity and certainty on the issue of temporary layoffs.
Ryan Anderson, partner at Mathews Dinsdale & Clark LLP has written an article to address common questions and concerns about the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees with respect to temporary layoffs during this pandemic.
Download the article
here
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Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada Receives $16M Stimulus Grant
The Federal Government of Canada announced today they will spend a further $133 million on helping Indigenous businesses suffering the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, of which $16 million is being allocated in support of Indigenous businesses in the tourism sector.
Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada (ITAC) will oversee this tourism funding, which will support over 600 Indigenous tourism businesses in the form of up to $25,000 non-repayable grants.
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COVID-19 Tourism Workforce Impact Survey
Tourism HR Canada appreciates that tourism businesses have been asked to fill out many survey forms and provide various types of information. However, this research will assist in making policy and program recommendations specific to workforce needs during and post COVID-19.
Your feedback will help to:
- Determine how deeply the workforce has been affected by COVID-19
- Assess the effect of government programs like the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) and Regional Relief and Recovery Fund (RFFF) in mitigating the effects of COVID-19
- Identify the capacity of tourism businesses to reopen, rehire, and recover as restrictions are lifted
- Identify the extent to which tourism businesses understand the protocols and policies they are being asked to implement in order to reopen
- Augment other research and data collected through various means including new data from Statistics Canada.
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Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Re-opens
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park will re-open Friday, June 19th from 9am - 6pm daily
Check out their video to learn what you need Know Before You Go.
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Physical Distancing and Patio Extensions
Join ABLE BC and the BCRFA for a Zoom meeting on Friday, June 12, 2020 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am.
This free session is intended for food and liquor primaries who are reopening or have reopened and have questions about physical distancing and temporary patio extensions.
The session will start with a 20-minutes presentation followed by opportunity for questions + answers. Pre-registration is not required.
Zoom Meeting Details:
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Destination BC Webinars
Destination BC is hosting a series of webinars to support BC’s tourism industry in areas of response, recovery, and resilience from COVID-19.
The
Road to Recovery
webinar series has reached over 1,700 participants since launching on May 12th.
- June 16: SEO in Uncertain Times: How it can Help Recovery Efforts | Register here
- June 18: Adapting Customer Service & Guest Communication in a Pandemic Impacted Business Environment | Register here
- June 25: Returning to Work: Protecting Mental Health | Register here
- July 7: Revisiting your COVID-19 Safety Plan | Register here
Watch recordings of previous webinars:
- May 12: Business After Re-opening: A Look at the Post-closure Traveller | View recording here
- May 14: Essential Strategies to Innovate your Visitor Experience and Offerings | View recording here
- May 19: Planning for Doors Open | View recording here
- May 21: Managing Expectations and Reputation through Effective Communication | View recording here
- May 26: Using Social Media to Support Re-opening | View recording here
- May 28: Building a Digital Marketing Strategy for Re-opening | View recording here
- June 4: ExploreBC… Virtually | View recording here
- June 9: Restart Safely: Health & Safety Essentials to Support Re-opening | View recording here
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Greater Vancouver Board of Trade Webinar
The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is hosting a virtual event about the Province’s restart plan with Deputy Premier and Finance Minister Carole James. Hear from the Finance Minister about the phased approach to restart and recovery in our province and participate in a Q&A.
Friday June 12 @ 12:00 pm PT
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Business Development Bank of Canada Webinar
This free, live webinar will present a step-by-step approach to manage risks, create contingency plans and equip your business with a strategic vision that takes into account the changed landscape.
BDC Advisory Services experts will discuss the best practices to adapt your business to the current business environment. The Canadian Chamber of Commerce will share insights into its survey on Canadian business conditions as a result of the pandemic.
You’ll discover:
- How economic conditions have changed for Canadian businesses
- How to develop a clear strategic direction for your business
- Tools to evaluate your current strategic situation and develop a way forward
- Stories of entrepreneurs who have successfully transformed their companies
Monday June 15 @ 9:00 am PT
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Feel free to send us your ideas on what information would be valuable for TIABC to share through our COVID-19 Bulletin going forward. Drop us a line at info@tiabc.ca.
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