5. Press Kits

This program is ongoing. Individual municipal press releases on tourism
attractions have been approved by municipal contacts. This material has
been included in kits which go to travel writers, media and incoming tour
wholesalers. Approximately 188 writers from around the world have been
informed and are receiving these releases.

Expenditure: $2000

6. Convention Facilities Manual

Information on municipal attractions has been included in Tourism
Vancouver’s convention planners manual which is distributed to over 2000
individuals. This material was completed in November 1988 and over—run
copies have been distributed to municipal contacts.

Expenditure: $7000

7. Convention Schedule

The confidential convention schedule and an update have been provided to
Municipal contacts. It lists all conventions booked and permits
municipal tourism organizations to initiate contacts.

Expenditure: Nil

8. Convention Marketing Package

Information on municipal attractions has been included in Tourism
Vancouver’s convention marketing package. This program is ongoing.

Expenditure: $2000
9. Greater Vancouver Attractions Video

A five minute clip showing municipal attractions is being added to the
existing travel/trade show video. The video will be finalized not later
than mid-February 1989. Copies of the video will be provided to each
participating municipality.

Expenditure: $12,000

10. Direct Mail Distribution

The Greater Vancouver "lure piece" which includes the location and
address of local Infocentres is being sent in response to all requests
for information. Brochures on municipal attractions provided to Tourism

Vancouver are also being forwarded upon request.

Expenditure: $5200