Industry Update Newsletter
Wednesday, July 10 2024
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Time is running out to register for the 2025 Gather Again conference
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Hospitality Saskatchewan's Gather Again 2025 conference is only a week away. Tourism operators, industry stakeholders and anyone passionate about the future of Saskatchewan's tourism industry will benefit from the engaging presentations, practical advice and networking opportunities throughout the day. The conference will take place onWednesday, September 24, at Prairieland Park in Saskatoon.
The event also features theindustry tradeshow and Hospitality Saskatchewan's Annual General Meeting. Keynote speakers are proudly presented by Tourism Saskatchewan. The day concludes with the Hospitality Saskatchewan Awards dinner and presentation. AGENDA
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Apply now for the Marketing and Events Partnership Program before the October 1 deadline
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Tourism Saskatchewan’sMarketing and Events Partnership Program(MEPP) accepts applications from provincial tourism-focused businesses and organizations. MEPP provides opportunities to partner with Tourism Saskatchewan in the promotion of tourism products, services, attractions and events to audiences within and outside of the province.
Support is available to create or update digital assets, such as websites, e-commerce portals, as well as written, photographic and video content. Digital marketing campaigns, including social media and influencers, are eligible expenses. Traditional media advertising tactics (such as billboards, radio and print ads) that are part of a full marketing plan will also be considered. Marketplace Trade Show support is available to outfitters. Exceptional applications from approved partners may receive up to $15,000 in support. Interested applicants are encouraged to emailmepp@tourismsask.com. A time will be arranged to discuss the program, eligibility and application process. All completed applications will receive a response within two months of the program’s closing date. To begin, go to theMarketing and Events Partnership program application. |
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Mark your calendar for Building Your Business with International Visitors webinar
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Tourism Saskatchewan is offering a free interactive webinar that addresses travel trade opportunities and welcoming international and US visitors. The one-hour webinar will be held at9 a.m.,October 8, 2025.
Building Your Business with International Visitors will be led by Eva Gutsche, founder of STEM Consulting & Marketing Inc. By the end of the session, participants will be able to assess their potential for working with travel trade, understand how travel trade can impact and benefit their business, and have clarity on the next steps required.
Limit of 20 participants.
To register or acquire more information, contact Alison Singharath at 306-787-2388,alison.singharath@tourismsask.com.
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The Tourism Development Program is accepting applications
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TheTourism Development Programassists market-ready Saskatchewan tourism businesses to expand and diversify by developing new tourism experiences, expanding seasonal operations and increasing their existing core business capacity.
This program is competitive and application-based. The maximum funding per applicant is $40,000. A minimum equity investment of 30 per cent of the total project cost is required by each applicant in the Experience Development stream, and 50 per cent of the total project cost for each applicant in the Expansion Growth or the Winterization stream. Program eligibility and criteria can be found in theProgram Guidelines and Information Package. For more information on the program, contact Carey Baker, Industry Development, 306-933-7948,carey.baker@tourismsask.com, or Bob Kadis, Industry Development Consultant, 306-933-5903,bob.kadis@tourismsask.com. |