Introduction to the Visitor Economy
FREE
Course Description
Tourism in Saskatchewan is big business and the sector continues to show strong growth each year. Tourism can have a great effect on economic growth in small communities. Finding a tourism niche to specialize in can help small communities grow faster.
Introduction to the Visitor Economy is a short online course that provides an overview of tourism potential for small towns and rural regions. This course can be a catalyst for sparking renewed interest in your community's potential.
What you will learn
By the end of this course, you will have a better understanding of:
- The tourism industry
- The impacts of tourism
- Tourism employment
- Tourism myths and success stories
- Tourism Saskatchewan's 10-year strategy for tourism product development across the province
Important Information
The course includes free community planning resources:
- Community Tourism Planning Guide
- Tourism Business Development and Financing Guide