Resources
Here, find training, tools, research, funding, crisis readiness information and more.
As we enter the final two months of 2026 and look ahead to 2027 and beyond, TOTA wants to hear directly from you about what matters most to your business or community.
go2HR is offering a two-part virtual workshop series, THRIVE: Fostering Psychological Health & Safety, designed to help tourism and hospitality leaders strengthen their leadership skills and support well-being in the workplace.
The Culinary Tourism Alliance will develop and lead the delivery of two different 1-hour webinars. These sessions will be tailored specifically for South Okanagan orchardists and fruit stand operators, focusing on enhancing visitor experiences and digital readiness.
TOTA Research Snapshot - October 2026
Rainbow Registered is hosting an online information session for tourism businesses and organizations interested in creating more inclusive and welcoming experiences for 2SLGBTQI+ visitors, employees and communities.
The Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association board director election resulted in a 3-way tie. The electronic run-off election closed on Friday, October 23 and results were reviewed by the scrutineer.
The successful candidate is Savannah Swaisland, Grape Savvy Wine Tours.
New and returning directors bring diverse tourism industry experience and regional perspectives to support the future of tourism in the Thompson Okanagan.
Ellen Walker-Matthews, Chief Executive Officer of the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association (TOTA), will retire on May 30, 2027. Her career has included more than 16 years with TOTA and prior to that worked more than three decades in the hotel industry.