Destination BC says prime outdoor tourism opportunities on offer in the Kootenay Rockies are drawing in plenty of visitors and boosting local economies.
According to Destination BC’s latest regional profile, the Kootenay Rockies’ tourism sector raked in $1.1 billion in 2022, making up 6.2 per cent of B.C.’s total overnight spending.
“The Kootenay Rockies really reflects the region’s unique mixture of experiences, from the ski season to the mountain resorts and backcountry adventures,” said Erin Hodgins, Destination BC’s Director of Research and Analytics.
“There were over 7,000 tourism-related jobs in 2022, which contributed to $400 million in regional GDP. This is a clear indication of tourism’s economic…
