Today's update includes:
- General Updates
- Service Update on LDB Operations
- Industry Anticipating Potential End of Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements
- Short Term Rentals | District of Sechelt Tightens
- Taking Action & Effecting Change | 6 Ways to Mark National Day for Truth & Reconciliation
- ICYMI | Hospitality Insurance Program Evolves to PSIP Structure Evolves to PSIP Structure
- Member Spotlight | Standard Textiles Delivers High on Quality
- Have You Read Fall 2022 Issue of InnFocus Magazine?
- Mark Your Calendars
- Tipping Our Hat
- Watermark Beach Resort Welcomes New General Manager David McBean!
- Comment Card | Thoughts and Comments from Our Industry
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Last Laugh | A Little Something to Make Our Members Smile
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Service Update on LDB Operations |
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In a memo shared by the BC Liquor Distribution Branch (LDB), it was announced that LDB's distribution centres and wholesale customer centres have completed all orders prior to September 14 and the Wholesale Customer Centre (WCC) will inform customers when their order has been shipped.
The LDB is working to assemble and ship the high volume of orders received; it will take two weeks or more for service levels to return to normal and delivery timelines will be delayed until further notice. The LDB is unable to provide delivery windows or ETAs for deliveries, and will advise when they return to standard service. We will continue to keep you updated on this.
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Industry Anticipating Potential End of Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements |
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While it has not yet been confirmed, it has been speculated that the federal government is expected to drop mandatory COVID-19 vaccine requirements at its border as of September 30, along with random COVID-19 testing at airports. In addition, the unnamed source advised that filling out the ArriveCan app will no longer be required if announced. Currently, the restrictions are set to expire on September 30.
We continue to advocate for the removal of these restrictions and will keep our members abreast of any changes.
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Short Term Rentals | District of Sechelt Tightens |
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Following growing public unrest from community members, the District Council of Sechelt voted to limit licenses for short-term rentals effective January 2023.
The district will only grant short-term rental licences to 15 operators. Right now, the mayor says there are approximately 50 operators in the town. However, Tourism Sunshine Coast estimates that number to be anywhere from 125 to 250 based on information from AirDNA, a short-term rental data platform. Three categories of short-term rentals have been identified, and each will be policed differently. Those who live in a home and rent out a suite won't be limited, and neither will those who are on the property and renting out a carriage house or outbuilding, as long as the homeowner is there. Secondary residences will be limited.
We will keep our members updated on this critical advocacy file and our strategic work to create a fair playing field for operators.
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Taking Action & Effecting Change | 6 Ways to Mark National Day for Truth & Reconciliation |
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ICYMI | Hospitality Insurance Program
Evolves to PSIP Structure
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The Hospitality Insurance program offers BCHA members industry-specific coverage and access to a unique and creative structure aiming to change how members acquire insurance, from purchasers to partial owners of their insurance program.
The HIP program is designed for the hospitality industry across Canada and for over 15
years, the program has recently changed how members acquire insurance, from purchasers to
partial owners of their insurance program; this structure is known as "Protected Self-Insurance".
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Member Spotlight | Standard Textiles Delivers High on Quality |
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For eighty years, Standard Textile has developed a culture of innovation, quality, and service, earning more than 80 patents for products engineered to deliver durability, longevity, and value. Leveraging textile design, manufacturing, and laundry expertise, and their vertically integrated global infrastructure, they serve customers in the healthcare, hospitality, interiors, and consumer markets worldwide. Make a lasting impression on your guests with hospitality textiles engineered to improve their experience, while reducing your operational costs. They deliver the lowest cost-per-use products possible, designed with unprecedented strength, extended service life, and innovations that deliver maximum operational efficiency.
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Have You Read Fall 2022
Issue of InnFocus Magazine?
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The latest issue of InnFocus Magazine is out now! Don't miss this opportunity to check out important articles that explore topics like: Retaining Top Talent; Tech Innovations; Hosting Sporting Events; Preventative Maintenance; People, Planet, Prosperity; and Names in the News.
We also are delighted to also feature General Manager of Crest Hotel, Angie Eccleston, and Wivine Mathias Rukers of Long Beach Lodge Resort in our Hotelier Feature and Leader of the Future, respectively.
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Industry News & Quick Links |
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BC & CANADA
WORLD NEWS
INDUSTRY TRENDS
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Watermark Beach Resort Welcomes New General Manager David McBean!
Congratulations are in order for David McBean who was appointed the new General Manager of picturesque Osoyoos resort, Watermark Beach Resort!
McBean brings over 25 years of experience working with global brands and independant properties within the hospitality industry; and with his International Sommelier Guild (ISG) – Level One accreditation, he is the perfect fit for Canada's wine country!
McBean had this to say: “I know Watermark has all the ingredients to becoming a world-class resort and destination. As a Southern Okanagan resident, I see the resort’s relationships with the surrounding regions and partners, and how it has brought value to the local community. I’m excited to continue building on the strong foundation Watermark has developed over the years.”
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The Black Experience In Foodservice
Tuesday, October 4th, from 11am - 12pm PST
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2022 Western Canadian Lodging Conference
October 24th - 25th, 2022 | Hyatt Regency, Vancouver
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SPARK BC Hotel & Liquor Conference
November 15, 2022 | Granville Island
Stay tuned for details!
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People Want More BC Products |
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BCHA Talks Captive Insurance |
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Industry Continues to Celebrate Housekeeping Week (Sept. 11-17) |
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