About Tourism Golden
Tourism Golden Association will lead, direct, and manage destination marketing activities and support tourism development initiatives on behalf of Golden and Kicking Horse Country by maintaining a collaborative and inclusive industry-driven organisation, and by providing opportunities for stakeholders to increase revenues. We will provide a consistent voice for Golden and Kicking Horse Country in the tourism marketplace.
Our Vision
We will inspire travellers who share our community’s values to stay longer and experience Golden, creating deep connections and lasting memories.
Our Mission
Tourism Golden works collaboratively with its stakeholders and leverages its resources effectively to execute research-informed destination management strategies that responsibly grow Golden’s year-round visitor economy and contribute to the community’s economic sustainability and resident quality of life.
Funding
The primary source of funding is the Municipal and Regional District Tax (MRDT); a tax of 3% imposed on the purchase of short-term tourism accommodation within the specified DMO area. Other funds come from advertising and retail sales as well as grants and partnership funding for programs and projects.
Staff Members
Board Members
President
Manager, Revenue and Guest Experience - Kicking Horse Mountain Resort
Representing Tourism Activity Operators
Owner of Lush Mountain Accommodations
Representing Area 'A' Accommodators
john@lushmountain.com
Seat Open
Representing Area 'A' Accommodators
Representing Area 'A' Accommodators
brandyb@bellstar.ca
Gaurav Randhawa
General Manager of Prestige Hotels & Resorts
Representing Town of Golden Accommodators
grandhawa@prestigehotels.ca
Head Golf Professional at Golden Golf Club
Representing Tourism Activity Operators
graeme@golfgolden.com
Channin Liedtke
Basecamp Lodge Golden
Representing Town of Golden Accommodators
Employment Opportunities
Looking for a seasonal or permanent job in tourism and hospitality in Golden? Visit workingolden.ca for current vacancies.