Cycle Tourism on the Coast

Building Cycle Tourism on the Coast

May 22, 2014

The Gibsons Chamber of Commerce, Gibsons Visitor Information Centre, and Transportation Choices – Sunshine Coast held a Cycling Tourism workshop on Friday, May 9, 2014.

Tourism is a major economic force on the Coast, and cycling is one of the fastest growing areas of recreation amongst adults in Canada. Put those together and add our close proximity to the Lower Mainland (which is experiencing a strong upswing in cycling), and we have the opportunity to attract a major new source of tourism business.

Following is a selection of the workshop materials and notes from the event.

 

 

 

 

Invitation & Agenda  (PDF file)

 

Presentations (PDF files):

• The Business Case for Cycling Tourism -  Jack Becker, Chair, BC Cycling Coalition
• The Sunshine Coast’s Natural Assets for Cycling Tourism - Donna McMahon, Gibsons Chamber of Commerce
• Cycling Powell River – Chris Morwood, Powell River Cycling Association  (to come)

Materials (PDF files):

• Summary of Workshop Presentations and Brainstorming Results (DRAFT)
• Brochure:  Making your Accommodation Car Free Friendly
• Draft Map: Gibsons and Area Cycling Day Trips

We are continuing to work on this project. If you would like more information or to get involved, please contact  Donna McMahon, at the Gibsons Chamber