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About Tourism PG

Tourism Prince George is a not-for-profit society governed by tourism industry stakeholders through an appointed Board of Directors. Located on the traditional territory of the Lheidli T’enneh First Nation, Tourism Prince George exists to attract visitors, increase their length of stay, encourage them to share their experiences, and ultimately enhance the economic benefits to Prince George and the surrounding region .

Mission, Vision, and Values

Mission

To attract visitors, increase their length of stay, encourage them to share their experiences, and ultimately enhance the economic benefits to Prince George and the surrounding region .

Vision

To position Prince George as British Columbia’s year-round “Northern Gateway to Adventure,” known for its diverse wilderness experiences, urban adventures, and iconic events .

Core Values

Our Team

Board of Directors

Jerry Manyimbiri

Vice-Chair, Governance Committee Chair

Kat Sandvoss

Secretary, Governance Committee

Carrie Colville

Governance Committee

Jaime Valcourt

Governance Committee

DEANNA JOHNSTON

Finance Committee

Debbie Heywood

Finance Committee

Fabricio Matheus

Director

Evan Salter

Director

Craig Briere

Director

Staff

Scott McWalter

Executive Director

christina watts

Director, BUSINESS & DESTINATION DEVELOPMENT

Robin Petkau

Director, Finance and Corporate Services

Alina Shakirova

Director, marketing & visitor experience (interim)

SANDRA BLACKWELL

Specialist, Visitor EXPERIENCE

jessica rankin

Specialist, event attraction

Nadia Mansour

Specialist, marketing (interim)

Raegan Cote

Specialist, communications & engagement

Kendalle Scheck

visitor counsellor lead

Rhea Stark

Director, Marketing & Visitor Experience (Maternity leave)

Careers & Opportunities

Tourism Prince George is always seeking passionate individuals who want to contribute to our mission of promoting Prince George as a premier destination. Current opportunities are posted on our website and are updated regularly.

Current Opportunities

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Strategic Goals

Tourism Prince George is committed to achieving its mission through the following strategic goals:

Visitor Services

Provide a warm welcome and excellent customer service to visitors.

Marketing

Promote Prince George’s location and amenities, solidifying its position as the Basecamp to the North

Destination Development

Collaborate and facilitate the development of new and enhanced products and experiences

Business
Development

Work with stakeholders to attract more events and drive overnight visitation.

Industry
Outreach

Support Prince George as a strategically located city and service center.

Organizational Effectiveness

Enhance the organization and provide mentorship to the Board of Directors and team .

Annual Reports and Plans

Tourism Prince George maintains transparency by sharing its annual reports and strategic plans. These documents offer insights into our achievements, ongoing projects, and future goals.

Stakeholder Information

Tourism Prince George values the contributions of its stakeholders, which include local businesses, tourism operators, and community organizations. Our stakeholders help shape our destination’s success by:

Participating in collaborative marketing initiatives
Sharing insights on visitor needs and trends.
Contributing to the development of new products and experiences.
Engaging in workshops and training sessions organized by Tourism Prince George.

For more information on becoming a stakeholder or collaborating with Tourism Prince George, please contact Raegan Cote, Specialist, Communication & Engagement, directly at cote@tourismpg.com

Prince George

Journey into The Great Wilderness, the northernmost area of British Columbia, Canada, where adventures await curious wanderers. Explore an extraordinary landscape of jagged mountains, glittering glaciers, booming waterways, and diverse wildlife – all sharing space with Indigenous Peoples, its original and ongoing stewards.