Dear Tourism Partners,


This has been a significant week for Nova Scotia, with government announcing the broader reopening of businesses on June 5th, and with that, the opportunity for the Tourism Economy to ramp up safely and plan for domestic travel. As of today, the group gathering number has been increased to 10 people and private campgrounds will be able to open, for all types of campers next Friday.  While encouraging, TIANS recognizes these are initial steps towards recovery and there is a journey ahead of us, as we rebuild our industry and our economy. 

Earlier this week, TIANS hosted a video call with Nova Scotia’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Robert Strang, members of the TIANS and TNS Boards and Industry stakeholders. With nearly 100 attendees on the call, discussion focused on the need for clear, timely reopening plans and clarification for industry around reopening requirements. Highlights from the call have been added to the TourismStrong.ca FAQ page.

The provincial government has launched a new support site, Preparing to reopen Nova Scotia, designed to inform and guide businesses. They are encouraging businesses to email NSEconomy@novascotia.ca with questions. Effective June 5th, businesses required to close under the public health order can now reopen. There are a few exceptions and guidelines; please click here for the release. As we saw in New Brunswick this week, the industry and public need to remain diligent and follow the rules and protocols to ensure we will not have to shut down again. 

The past three months have significantly tested the resiliency of Nova Scotia’s tourism sector. TIANS has focused our energies on advocating and supporting the industry; we developed a Workplan Summary of those actions in our Fortifying Nova Scotia's Tourism Economy report.

We have secured a new resource for businesses - Clean it Right.  Endorsed by a number of leading organizations, including Tourism HR Canada and the Retail Council of Canada, this new program will be available through an online platform, and is focused on cleaning and disinfecting best practices.

Beginning in June, TIANS will be launching a new podcast series highlighting the incredible stories of our industry from around the province. Episodes and many other relevant resources and updates will be available on our Tourism Strong digital hub.

As we move into our traditional start of the summer season, we urge you to stay in touch - stay Tourism Strong. 

Sincerely,
The TIANS Team

 
 
 
 
 
 

Tourism Awareness Week
Wrap Up

TIANS hosted a virtual open house during Tourism Awareness Week - May 24-31- highlighting the incredible resilience of the sector.  Tourism business operators showcased how they are adapting and adjusting to reopen safely for visitors. View the innovative ideas and Member offers online at TourismStrong.ca/Rebuilding/TAW.

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Provincial Update

  • Gathering Limit Increase and Private Campground Announced.  Read More
     
  • Next Steps to Reopen Nova Scotia, Support for Businesses Announced. Read More
     
  • Province Invests $230 Million to Stimulate the Economy and Create Jobs. Read More
     
  • COVID-19 Restriction Updates. Read More
 
 

Workplan Summary
Response & Recovery

In our ongoing efforts to support the tourism sector, TIANS has identified a number of activities to ensure we can provide the most appropriate resources and supports to tourism businesses.  For a summary of TIANS Workplan, Fortifying Nova Scotia's Tourism Economy, click below.

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Industry Innovation in the Wake of COVID-19 | #TourismStrong
Podcasts Coming Soon!

The Tourism Association of Nova Scotia will host a series of podcasts profiling tourism businesses and their resiliency in the face of the current pandemic.

 
 
 

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COVID-19 Discussion
Do you have a question another operator may be able to help with? A
feel-good story to share from your community? How are you managing your business, your customers? What are you doing now to plan for the future? We invite you to share your story and questions on this forum.

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Clean it Right – New Resource for Industry Coming in June!

As part of our efforts to support Industry adjust to the new realities of operating safely during a pandemic, TIANS has secured the rights to deliver the Clean It Right Training Program in Nova Scotia. Expected to launch in June, Clean it Right is an online, self-study program identifying and reinforcing the cleaning protocols needed to create a safe environment for visitors, guests and staff of tourism, hospitality and retail operations. The purpose of Clean It Right is not to replace existing cleaning standards of practice in an operation; but to enhance them.

Program goals include helping industry understand the significance of following cleaning and disinfection procedures, adjusting current practices where needed; and help regain consumer confidence in the industry by developing or updating a commitment to provide a clean and safe environment for customers and employees. With early endorsements already received for the quality of content from Tourism HR Canada and the Retail Council of Canada, TIANS believes the program will serve as a mechanism to build public confidence in visiting and traveling around the province.

The program has a testing component to ensure knowledge and understanding and a 100% pass rate is required to receive individual certification. Businesses who train all their cleaning staff will receive a window decal to display.

 
 

Do you have Meeting Rooms available? 
Interested in partnering with  the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency?
                              

Contact Ebenezer Annan, Programs Manager, NSAA for details Ebenezer.Annan@novascotia.ca.

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