Tourism and Economic Development Strategy

A new 5-year tourism and economic development strategy has been developed for the City of Kenora. The new strategy provides broad direction for tourism and economic development with goals and objections with specific tactics. The document is a guide for the use of Municipal Accommodation Tax funds into projects that promote tourism and economic development in our community.

Five Year Tourism and Economic Development Strategy

Quick facts

Learn some quick facts about the strategy.

Vision

Kenora will continue to grow as a regional service centre with a resilient local economy that is supported by a four-season tourism sector, high quality of life and a supportive local environment for businesses and entrepreneurs.

Strategy pillars

Tourism Development: Sector specific focus on growing Kenora’s local tourism industry and position as a service centre for regional tourism operations.

Economic Development: Focus on the growth and diversification of Kenora’s broader economy, including growth and retention of local business and building partnerships.

Tourism and Economic Foundations: Non-sector specific areas influenced or determined by a municipality that are important to creating conditions for tourism and economic growth.

Municipal Accommodation Tax

The Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) is collected on the purchase of short-term accommodations in the City of Kenora. The MAT generates revenue shared with the Kenora Hospitality Alliance to promote local tourism and allocated toward economic development and tourism initiatives.

Kenora Hospitality Alliance

Kenora Hospitality Alliance (KHA) is a not-for-profit organization of local accommodation providers within the City of Kenora who support and promote events and tourism.