Tourism

The potential last Rocky Mountaineer through Quesnel has left town

Tourism Teryn Midzain - October 7, 2026

The last Rocky Mountaineer train to run through Quesnel for the foreseeable left the city on the morning of Oct. 7.

Barkerville enjoys “good season” despite slightly lower attendance

Tourism George Henderson - September 15, 2026

Attendance was down slightly at Barkerville this past season.

Province makes statement on rail corridor between Squamish and 100 Mile House

Tourism George Henderson - July 13, 2026

BC's Minister of Transportation and Transit issued a statement on Monday (July 13) regarding the rail line between Squamish and 100 Mile House.

Quesnel shines on Canadian Pro Rodeo Tour

Tourism George Henderson - June 22, 2026

A former Quesnel cowgirl had a lucrative weekend on the Canadian Pro Rodeo tour.

Pacific Coastal Airlines exit from Quesnel viewed as blow to tourism

Tourism Teryn Midzain - June 1, 2026

The Cariboo-Chilcotin Coast Tourism Association reacts to the sudden departure of Pacific Coastal Airlines from Quesnel.

B.C.’s FIFA World Cup price tag climbs to $729M

Tourism Emily Joveski - May 29, 2026

B.C. says the cost of hosting seven FIFA World Cup matches in Vancouver could reach $729 million, up $105 million from its previous high-end estimate.

Cariboo ATV Clubs receive grant funding for projects

Tourism Teryn Midzain - May 5, 2026

Two Cariboo ATV clubs are getting grant funding from the ATV BC's Trail Development and Maintenance Grant program. The funding will go towards trial projects in the two clubs' areas.

Contract talks stalled for union workers at Victoria’s Empress hotel

Tourism Emily Joveski - April 18, 2026

Contract talks have broken off between Victoria’s Fairmont Empress hotel and the union representing its workers.

B.C. launches new permitting hub for adventure tourism operators

Tourism Emily Joveski - April 9, 2026

British Columbia has launched a pilot project aimed at speeding up permits for adventure tourism operators, with the province promising a simpler process and shorter wait times.