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The Travel Ambassadors (TA's) are a group of volunteers who assist both visitors and locals with travel information on B.C. Ferries Route #3 Langdale-Horseshoe Bay. The TA's wear distinctive red golf shirts and in 2009 welcomed over 40,000 visitors. The program operates from the Easter long weekend to CanadianThanksgiving.

The program began in 1997 and operates under the direction of the Gibsons & District Chamber of Commerce. The program is supported by local governments, local businesses and the Sunshine Coast Credit Union.

TA's attend regular "familiarization tours" to give them first-hand experience of the hospitality industry, arts and culture, recreational opportunities for visitors, potential investors and home buyers to the Sunshine Coast. The TA's provide area information on points of interest from West Howe Sound to Desolation Sound.

The TA's are the first contact for visitors to the Sunshine Coast and we thank B.C. Ferries and crews for their ongoing help in maintaining this valued service.

The TA's enhance services provided by Sunshine Coast Visitor Centres and greatly contribute to the excellent hospitality service on the Sunshine Coast.

Tourism Strategies:

  • Increase the number of volunteers
  • Train volunteers as Visitor Centre Counsellors
  • Improve the space and facilities on the ferries
  • Improve visitor centre handouts
  • The manager of the Visitor Centre to provide ambassador training and coordination

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