Stakeholder Newsletter

August 9-15, 2023

 

Hello Tourism Community,

 

We have another busy weekend ahead of us with Ribfest, HMSC Oriole Tall Ship arriving at Blockhouse, and so much more.

 

Please note... the 1000 Islands Triathlon takes place on Sunday, August 13 and races through the Brockville Tunnel. The Tunnel will be closed on Sunday until 1pm.

 

Continue reading for more updates on weekend events.

 

The TIAO Tourism Awards are still open and we would love to see Brockville recognized. Check out the categories and submit your nominations today.

 

Wishing everyone a great week!

 

Thomas Harder
 
 
Industry News & Opportunities
 

 

Nominate a Tourism Operator for a Tourism Industry Award

 

The Ontario Tourism Awards of Excellence celebrate success and recognize those who have made outstanding contributions to Ontario’s tourism industry. Applications are now open!

 
 

 

Upcoming Social Media Workshop

 

Join the RTO 9 and Anna Ruck for a morning of hands-on learning of social media video asset creation tactics for your tourism business! This workshop is on September 11 at St. Lawrence College in Kingston. It is capped at 20 participants in-person and requires pre-registration which opens on August 14.

 
This Week's Events
This Week's Events
 
 
Ribfest in support of BBBSLG
August 10-13
Hardy Park
 

Enjoy mouthwatering ribs, live music, kids zone, beer tent and so much more!
 
 
 
 
Travelling Bricks Exhibit
Everyday
10am-5pm
 
Get ready to have your mind blown with an unbelievable Exhibit made of LEGO® bricks! Brace yourselves for 120 jaw-dropping, breathtaking models, featuring 60 epic scenes created by none other than professional builders.
 
 
 
Night Market on Perth Street
August 10
5-9pm
 

Shop local vendors, enjoy live music and food in a charming courtyard in downtown Brockville
 
 
 
 
 
HMSC Oriole Tall Ship in Brockville
August 12-14
Blockhouse Island
 

An amazing opportunity to view a tall ship. Free tours are available. No reserveation required.
 
 
 
 
Family Mini Putt Tournament
Sunday, August 13
10am-Noon
1000 Islands Mini Putt
 
Attend a free family event in support of the Children's Mental Health Fund of the Brockville Area Community Foundation.
 
 
 
Twilight Tuesday Makers Market
Tuesday, August 15
4-7pm
 

The Monthly Twilight Tuesday Makers Market is coming up. Shop local vendors, listen to live music and stroll Brockville's waterfront.
 
 
 
Save the Date
 
 
King West Arts District Art Festival
 
Hosted by the DBIA, come browse the exhibitors, sign up for classes of all sorts, find volunteer opportunities, purchase products, enjoy live performances of all shapes and sizes and quite possibly find your new passion. Follow along on Facebook for more details.
 
 
 
 

 

 
 

 

 
 
Brockville Tourism Visitor Centre:
7 days a week, 10am - 5pm
6 Broad Street, Brockville, ON
K6V 0C4 Canada
Phone: 613.342.4357 
Toll Free: 1.833.369.0620
 
 
 

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