Rotary Centre named finalist for a BC Tourism Industry Award

| February 17, 2024 in Kelowna

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Kelowna’s Rotary Centre for the Arts (RCA) is making waves after being selected as a finalist for a 2024 BC Tourism Industry Award.

The RCA is up for an award in the Remarkable Experience category after hosting the Indigenous Resilience Festival this past March. 

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“Being selected as a top three finalist for the BC Tourism Awards is a testament to the dedication and passion of our team in creating and executing remarkable arts and cultural experiences in Kelowna,” said Colleen Fitzpatrick, RCA’s executive director.

“We are thrilled to be recognized for our efforts and are grateful for the opportunity to showcase the cultural richness and uniqueness of our destination.”

The category the RCA is nominated in recognizes an individual or organization that developed, delivered, promoted and sold a new or improved tourism product or experience in 2023.

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"The Indigenous Resilience Festival featured 45 Indigenous showcases and 72 artist presenters, delivering powerful stories through storytelling, drumming, song and dance,” reads a news release.

“The event uniquely addressed the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Indigenous communities, providing a space for exploration, traditional sharing and celebration.”

More information on the Indigenous Resilience Festival can be found online at this link. 

The award winners will be announced at a conference in Victoria at the beginning of March.

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