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    Media Partnerships

    TBC works to inspire and educate travellers by bringing Indigenous tourism experiences to life through content and story ideas in key outlets including print, broadcast and digital distributions.

ITBC develops key relationships with media to positively influence editorial and broadcast coverage from both domestic and international media, which increases awareness of Indigenous tourism and individual Market-Ready and Export-Ready Stakeholders.

ITBC’s travel media efforts focus on building meaningful relationships with travel media specialists, media outlets, content creators, and influencers to ensure Indigenous tourism experiences are authentically represented. By curating inspiring stories, we connect travellers to Indigenous cultures and values.

We collaborate with publications like Condé Nast Traveler, Travel and Leisure, and Forbes among others. These efforts broaden the reach of Indigenous tourism while ensuring stories are shared respectfully and in alignment with community values.

The impact of these efforts is clear. For Indigenous businesses, ITBC’s media initiatives boost visibility, drive bookings, and generate economic opportunities. For travellers, these collaborations create meaningful, respectful connections to Indigenous culture.

Behind the scenes, ITBC’s media team leverages strong communication skills, creativity, and deep storytelling expertise to ensure Indigenous voices remain at the centre of every narrative. By staying informed about travel trends and collaborating across media platforms, we ensure Indigenous tourism is celebrated and authentically represented worldwide.

“ITBC has been integral in setting the path towards success for our expansion into the Vancouver Harbour with help especially in planning our grand opening celebration … We have also had help or advice on many things like marketing, some great photography, social media support, and preparing to attend Rendezvous. We have had various access to be featured in news or travel articles, local and internationally, and even on television thanks to the hard work of ITBC staff. Gulf Island Seaplanes is quickly becoming a recognized business in Vancouver and ITBC has had a huge hand in that. We feel so supported as small business owners which is incredibly important and it helps boost our confidence knowing everyone is just an email away if needed.”

– Alison Evans, Gulf Island Seaplanes

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Learn More About Our Marketing Initiatives

Experience Development

Providing programs for all stages of Indigenous experience and destination development.

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Marketing and Development Committee

The committee provides strategic advice on marketing Indigenous tourism and ITBC’s Marketing Stakeholders.

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Training & Workshops

Our workshops and training programs have been designed to support the development of Indigenous tourism businesses from concept to export-ready.

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