April 23, 2018
Interested in starting a tourism business in Tuktoyaktuk? Want to learn more about what it takes to be a great northern host? Two free workshops in Tuktoyaktuk can tell you everything you need to know.
ITI’s Beaufort Delta Regional Office is pleased to host the following workshops in partnership with the Hamlet of Tuktoyaktuk:
- Starting a Tourism Business
April 23, 2018
1:00 – 4:00pm
Tuktoyaktuk Community Learning Centre
What You’ll Learn: get a glimpse into the world of tourism. Learn about potential business opportunities; programs, services and funding available through the GNWT; and how to get your Tourism Operator License.
- NorthernMost Host
April 24, 2018
10:00am – 5:00pm
Tuktoyaktuk Community Learning Centre
What You’ll Learn: this full day course is your introduction the NWT’s tourism industry. Learn about customer expectations, effective communication, dealing with challenging customers, and the importance of being an ambassador for your business, community and territory.
For more information or to register for the workshops, please contact Minerva_Ward@gov.nt.ca.
Preparing for Increase in Tourism
With the Inuvik to Tuktoyaktuk Highway expected to draw more visitors to the Beaufort Delta Region there are new economic opportunities emerging within the hamlet.
Minerva Ward, ITI’s Tourism Development Officer for the Beaufort Delta explains why these workshops are a great fit for the community.
“There is a lot of excitement from travellers who want to experience the Arctic Ocean and drive along the new highway,” Minerva says. “It’s important that we’re prepared for these visitors. This includes growing tourism products, packages and tours; particularly in Indigenous cultural tourism. It also means preparing the community to be great northern ambassadors to create a welcoming experience for visitors. All of this plays an important role in growing businesses, create new jobs and increasing the dollars being spent in Tuktoyaktuk.”