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The cruise industry is worth $130 million to Victoria’s economy and employs more than 800 people. But at Fisherman’s Wharf on Tuesday, there was cautious optimism in the air.
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Industry leaders are worried that the province’s tourism investments may not be able to save some businesses in time.
B.C.’s major tourism and hospitality sectors say that while they welcome the funding announced during Tuesday’s budget, it may not be enough to save some businesses until such time travel restrictions are lifted, and inter-provincial and international travellers can once again visit the province.
Ian MacPhee works for Vancouver Island’s Prince of Whales Whale Watching and is also a director with the Tourism Industry Association of B.C. (TIABC).