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EDITOR’S NOTEBOOK
Your pictures, greetings or words of wisdom
October’s Editor is Russ Disotell
Thank you for bringing our magazine back! I loved the September issue and I can’t wait for the next one. This is truly Brockville’s best magazine! Sharon B. Brockville
The potential is there. Brockville stands at the cusp of realizing the economic benefits of a revitalized tourism sector. How to translate this potential into reality? Brockville needs a tourism receptor. Receptors are independent business owners who develop tour packages for the industry. If you’ve taken a trip with a local tour company the tour was probably put together by a receptor. They are an integral part of tourism. They put food on their table by assembling packages that entice travel companies to bring tourists to town. The Tourism Office, City Council and the Chamber of Commerce should do everything in their power to attract just such an individual to the city. Just as attracting doctors is a priority so should acquiring a local tourism receptor. Cost can be minimal.
My only question - where have you been? I picked up the September issue, the story about Mr. Heron was wonderful - congratulations to Don for changing his life. I love Living in Brockville and I still have all the past magazines - so pleased I can add to my collection. Keep up the great work! Marleen R. Maitland I picked up a copy of the magazine at Tile Tech, I really enjoyed the small house makeover - I down sized last year and with a small budget and I got so many great ideas. Thanks for this Brockville treasure. Emily T. Brockville
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Place an ad on any and all City, Chamber and Tourism web-sites. Tourism attends many trade shows. So do receptors. Have literature and signage advertising the city’s need. Talk to local tour operators to get some insight. Let them spread the word also, they will benefit in the long run.
Take part in our Reader Survey! Living in Brockville Magazine wants to know what you think about our local restaurants. Where are the best spots in Brockville for Lunch, dinner or simply grabbing a snack on the run? Tell us where you like to eat and why and you could win a $100 Gift Certificate to your favourite eating spot! Send us an email to ingenius@ripnet.com and watch for the results in the November & December issues.
There is a great opportunity here. Living in Brockville strives to engage citizens in civic matters. Mine is just one voice. If you agree with this approach e-mail your city councillor or call City Hall. Chamber members contact your executive. Don’t let the opportunity pass.
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Brockville’s Original Hometown Magazine
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