Northern British Columbia reaffirms its commitment to sustainable tourism after renewing its Biosphere Certified seal. This recognition highlights its efforts in environmental protection, engagement with local communities, and the effective implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals in tourism.
Northern British Columbia has successfully renewed its certification as a Biosphere Certified Destination, solidifying its position as one of the most committed sustainable tourism destinations in Canada. This distinction, awarded after verifying that sustainable practices are effectively implemented, represents a guarantee of the territory's ongoing commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
From Biosphere, we congratulate the entire team driving the Northern British Columbia Biosphere Destination program and the numerous entities and local communities working together to make tourism a tool for conservation, social cohesion, and economic development.
The region of Northern British Columbia has embraced a strategy that places sustainability at the heart of its tourism policies. Through collaborative governance and the active involvement of its stakeholders, concrete actions have been strengthened to preserve the natural environment, support local communities, and ensure balanced growth in the tourism sector.
The sustainability committee, tour operators, and other strategic partners play a key role in designing and implementing action plans aimed at minimizing tourism's ecological footprint and maximizing its positive impact. This joint effort ensures that Northern British Columbia is not only a beautiful place to visit but also a viable environment for future generations.
Renewing the Biosphere Certified distinction is more than recognition; it is a platform that demonstrates the value of adopting a sustainable and collaborative approach in the tourism sector. This achievement should serve as inspiration for more local tourism businesses to join the collective effort to build a responsible and competitive destination aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals.
From Biosphere, we invite accommodations, operators, businesses, and entities in Northern British Columbia to join the Biosphere Destination program by adopting practices that generate tangible benefits for both the environment and local communities. Being part of this international network not only strengthens the positioning of businesses but also responds to the growing global demand for authentic, respectful, and sustainable experiences.
Building a resilient tourism future is a shared task. And each new commitment to sustainability multiplies its positive impact.