Deadline: 28-Oct-22
Do you have a new tourism idea for Surrey or White Rock? If so, Tourism Innovation Lab wants to hear from you!
Whether you are an individual, a start-up or an established small business or non-profit organization, there can be many challenges and barriers to bringing a new tourism idea, experience or partnership to fruition.
The Tourism Innovation Lab wants to help. The “Spark” Program will match selected candidates with a tourism mentor and provide a source of financial support to help take your great new tourism idea to the next level of development or implementation
The goal is to inspire Surrey or White Rock residents, entrepreneurs, small businesses, non-profit organizations and community groups to come forward with creative ideas that will generate new tourism opportunities, offerings, experiences and partnerships in the area.
Benefits
Selected applicants will receive:
- 3 month mentorship with a tourism innovator, experienced operator, industry leader and/or sector expert.
- $3,000 “Spark” grant to support tourism idea development activities.
- Access to a support network of tourism innovators, entrepreneurs and leaders.
- Ongoing guidance on other resources and support services provided by partners.
Note: All program applicants will be invited to join our “Spark” community of tourism innovators, idea makers, partners and supporters for special networking events, one-on-one’s, and development workshops.
What Are They Looking For?
They are looking for new tourism ideas for Surrey or White Rock that address one or more of the following:
- Enhances current tourism offerings.
- Creates new, high-quality tourism experiences.
- Addresses gaps in tourism products and services.
- Motivates travel, longer stays and repeat visits.
- Increases visitation and tourism spending.
Eligibility Criteria
- Individuals 18+ who live/work in Surrey or White Rock.
- Small businesses (up to 10 full-time year-round employees) based in Surrey or White Rock (new and existing).
- Small non-profit organizations (up to 10 full-time year-round employees) and community groups based in Surrey or White Rock.
- Tourism ideas must be based in and benefit Surrey or White Rock.
For more information, visit https://www.tourisminnovation.ca/surreybc.html