Destination Osoyoos has been awarded the Destination Marketing Organization Association (DMOA) Professional Excellence Award at the 2015 Tourism Industry Awards, presented by Destination BC and the Tourism Industry Association. The Awards Gala took place yesterday (October 20) at the Vancouver Convention Centre.

The BC DMOA Professional Excellence Award recognizes a community Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) for their commitment, outstanding marketing performance, accountability to, and collaboration with the tourism industry in British Columbia. The DMO is a proven leader, is an example of professionalism and best practices and has provided measurable value to the local and provincial tourism industry.

“It is an incredible achievement to be selected as the best, from the high calibre of nominations we received this year,” said Marsha Walden, CEO, Destination BC. “These award winners have truly set a standard of excellence in their commitment to British Columbia’s tourism industry. It is important to celebrate the amazing talent we have in this province, to honour those that go above and beyond to create truly remarkable experiences for our guests. I am delighted to offer congratulations to all the winners on behalf of myself, the Board and staff of Destination BC.”