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Tourism business planning guide : a guide to assist with the preparation of a business plan

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This guide is designed as an aid to writing a business plan for an existing or prospective tourism project. This guide is not meant to stand on its own as a complete guide to writing a business... More ≫

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This guide is designed as an aid to writing a business plan for an existing or prospective tourism project. This guide is not meant to stand on its own as a complete guide to writing a business plan but, rather, is meant to be used in conjunction with other information sources including those available through Alberta Tourism, Parks and Recreation (ATPR).

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Tourism and commercial recreation business plan requirements

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As of November 1, 2019, tourism and commercial recreation operators may apply to access longer leases on public land in Alberta to a maximum of up to 60 years. Application for a tourism and... More ≫

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As of November 1, 2019, tourism and commercial recreation operators may apply to access longer leases on public land in Alberta to a maximum of up to 60 years. Application for a tourism and commercial lease must include a tourism and commercial recreation business plan. This document provides guidance for completing the business plan.

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Tourism business planning guide : a guide to assist new and experienced entrepreneurs to develop a business concept

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The Tourism Business Planning Guide is designed to assist both prospective and current tourism entrepreneurs in developing a business concept that will lead to the launch or maintenance of a... More ≫

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The Tourism Business Planning Guide is designed to assist both prospective and current tourism entrepreneurs in developing a business concept that will lead to the launch or maintenance of a successful business. It outlines the fundamentals of establishing a solid business plan, including an understanding of: the business opportunity, the potential market, the sources of revenue and associated costs, how to reach different visitor segments, management and operations of a successful business, and development of a financial plan.

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Tourism business startup workbook

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This workbook is intended for Alberta entrepreneurs considering joining the province's tourism industry. Completing this workbook will help them explore opportunities in the tourism sector,... More ≫

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This workbook is intended for Alberta entrepreneurs considering joining the province's tourism industry. Completing this workbook will help them explore opportunities in the tourism sector, understand what it takes to be a tourism entrepreneur, and know what they need to have ready prior to starting a tourism business. The workbook can also be useful for those who already have a tourism business, but want to explore new ideas.

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Tourism development guide : a guide to developing a tourism business, including obtaining the required government approvals and licences

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The Tourism Development Guide is intended to help those interested in starting or expanding a land-based tourism development. Such developments might involve either Crown lands of the provincial... More ≫

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The Tourism Development Guide is intended to help those interested in starting or expanding a land-based tourism development. Such developments might involve either Crown lands of the provincial or federal government or land within the jurisdiction of a municipality or a First Nation. Proponents of these developments should expect to seek approvals through several levels of government. They should also expect to integrate their own development plans with provincial legislation, regional and sub-regional plans, and municipal plans, as well as First Nation uses. This document presents the steps to be taken, the time frames to be expected for reviews, and the places to go for development assistance.

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Visitor friendly Alberta : a guide to welcoming tourists to your community [2013]

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This guide is aimed at small communities and is intended to act as a starting point to think about and strengthen their “visitor friendliness”. Visitor friendliness contributes to creating... More ≫

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This guide is aimed at small communities and is intended to act as a starting point to think about and strengthen their “visitor friendliness”. Visitor friendliness contributes to creating positive memorable experiences for visitors, and can also help enhance the quality of life for residents and encourage community pride. A step-by-step approach is used to guide a working group through understanding and assessing the current tourism situation, establishing a guiding vision, and creating an action plan with clear priorities to address areas needing improvement. It includes agendas, activities and guidelines, and worksheets to help complete the assessment process.

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Visitor friendly Alberta : a guide to welcoming tourists to your community [2018]

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This guide has been designed to help communities see themselves from the eyes of a visitor and to help strengthen their visitor friendliness. A step-by-step approach is used to guide the... More ≫

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This guide has been designed to help communities see themselves from the eyes of a visitor and to help strengthen their visitor friendliness. A step-by-step approach is used to guide the community's working group through understanding and assessing their current tourism situation, establishing a guiding vision, and creating an action plan with clear priorities to address areas needing improvement.

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Partnership program

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Listing of ways Travel Alberta can partner with tourist businesses to promote

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Partnership planner

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Listing of ways Travel Alberta can partner with tourist businesses to promote themselves and Alberta

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Tourism development guide : a guide to help navigate the tourism development process

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This guide examines the Alberta tourism industry and provides a thorough analysis of tourism development in the province. The information abides by the regulations set by municipal, provincial and... More ≫

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This guide examines the Alberta tourism industry and provides a thorough analysis of tourism development in the province. The information abides by the regulations set by municipal, provincial and federal governments, making it a practical tool for the first time tourism developer.

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