News release 2016 AGM and awards
April 22, 2016 Victoria, B.C.
Tourism Victoria award winners announced at AGM VICTORIA, B.C. – Two people who have made significant contributions to Greater Victoria’s tourism economy are being honoured today at Tourism Victoria’s annual general meeting.
Svein Haugen, Director of Properties and Land Management with the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, is the recipient of the 33th annual Miracle Award.
Al Clark, the founder and organizer of Northwest Deuce Days, is the recipient of the 2016 Life Member Award.
“We are delighted to once again report on strong business results, and celebrate two incredibly deserving award recipients,” Tourism Victoria President and CEO Paul Nursey said. “It is important to acknowledge the partnerships that are allowing Greater Victoria to shine — today and for many years to come.” The awards are being presented on April 22 at the Harbour Towers Hotel and Suites as part of Tourism Victoria’s annual general meeting. About Tourism Victoria Awards The Miracle Award recognizes an outstanding individual or group that has shown leadership in the development of the tourism industry in Greater Victoria. The Life Member Award recognizes an individual’s exceptional contributions to Tourism Victoria, the tourism industry and the Greater Victoria community. About Tourism Victoria Tourism Victoria (Greater Victoria Visitors and Convention Bureau) is the official not-for-profit destination marketing organization working in partnership with more than 880 business members and municipalities in Greater Victoria.
MEDIA CONTACT: Jim Zeeben Manager, Corporate Communications and Public Affairs, Tourism Victoria 250-414-6976 or 778-677-8342 [email protected]
Tourism Victoria award winners announced at AGM VICTORIA, B.C. – Two people who have made significant contributions to Greater Victoria’s tourism economy are being honoured today at Tourism Victoria’s annual general meeting.
Svein Haugen, Director of Properties and Land Management with the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, is the recipient of the 33th annual Miracle Award.
Al Clark, the founder and organizer of Northwest Deuce Days, is the recipient of the 2016 Life Member Award.
“We are delighted to once again report on strong business results, and celebrate two incredibly deserving award recipients,” Tourism Victoria President and CEO Paul Nursey said. “It is important to acknowledge the partnerships that are allowing Greater Victoria to shine — today and for many years to come.” The awards are being presented on April 22 at the Harbour Towers Hotel and Suites as part of Tourism Victoria’s annual general meeting. About Tourism Victoria Awards The Miracle Award recognizes an outstanding individual or group that has shown leadership in the development of the tourism industry in Greater Victoria. The Life Member Award recognizes an individual’s exceptional contributions to Tourism Victoria, the tourism industry and the Greater Victoria community. About Tourism Victoria Tourism Victoria (Greater Victoria Visitors and Convention Bureau) is the official not-for-profit destination marketing organization working in partnership with more than 880 business members and municipalities in Greater Victoria.
MEDIA CONTACT: Jim Zeeben Manager, Corporate Communications and Public Affairs, Tourism Victoria 250-414-6976 or 778-677-8342 [email protected]
