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Forever. ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://forvi.ca/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Whales are not ready for their close up](https://forvi.ca/responsible-marine-mammal-viewing/) - Responsible marine mammal viewing initiative launches for the Vancouver Island Region - [Vancouver Island's Biosphere Commitment Program- How To Get Involved](https://forvi.ca/biosphere-commitment-program/) - The Biosphere Commitment Program is a collaborative industry initiative that supports tourism businesses to adopt sustainable practices as an extension of Vancouver Island’s Biosphere destination certification. - [Season two of Indigenous Voices of Vancouver Island podcast premieres on streaming services](https://forvi.ca/indigenous-voices-of-vacouverisland-season2/) - After a successful first season, 4VI is releasing the second season of the Indigenous Voices of Vancouver Island podcast. The next five-part series focuses on Indigenous women in business, tradition, food sovereignty, building strong communities, and environmental stewardship. - [4VI Wins 2023 Canadian Tourism Award for Sustainable Tourism](https://forvi.ca/2023-sustainable-tourism-award/) - 4VI’s carbon audit for the Vancouver Island Region, the first major carbon audit executed by a regional destination management organization of this scale, played a pivotal role in securing the sustainable tourism award. - [4VI launches Indigenous Voices of Vancouver Island podcast](https://forvi.ca/4vi-launches-indigenous-voices-of-vancouver-island-podcast/) - 4VI launches Indigenous voices of Vancouver Island podcast; a five-episode limited podcast series that showcases Indigenous entrepreneurs working in the travel industry on Vancouver Island - [Report identifies gaps in gender equity in the tourism industry of Vancouver Island](https://forvi.ca/gender-equity-in-tourism-industry-vancouver-island/) - 25% of women surveyed are not confident they will remain in the sector - [Join us! 4VI Launches Fall Industry Sessions](https://forvi.ca/fall-industry-sessions/) - 4VI is on the road this fall, hosting three Vancouver Island Region industry sessions for rightsholders, partners, and stakeholders. - [Globe and Mail Travel News: Vancouver Island to cut tourism emissions](https://forvi.ca/globeandmail_tourism_emissions/) - This month, 4VI was featured in the Globe and Mail's travel news section as an innovator in the world of tourism emissions. - [Decarbonizing Vancouver Island’s Tourism Economy](https://forvi.ca/carbon-audit/) - 4VI conducts one of the largest tourism carbon audits in North America - standing by its commitment to making tourism a force for good on Vancouver Island—forever - [A Culture of Learning: New Work-Integrated Learning project with RRU](https://forvi.ca/rru-wil/) - To reinforce a culture of learning, collaboration, and mentorship, 4VI is working with Royal Roads University and the West Shore Chamber of Commerce on an initiative to engage local employers and students in structured dialogue and academic work-integrated learning(WIL) initiative. - [Tourism By Choice or Tourism By Chance? | Big Tourism Podcast From a DMO to a Social Enterprise](https://forvi.ca/tourism-by-choice/) - Check out this new episode of Big Tourism with Anthony Everett, ICD.D at 4VI. The title of this episode is from conversations held at the annual IMPACT Conference. - [The Future of Tourism Podcast: Vancouver Island's Bold Experiment in Sustainable Tourism](https://forvi.ca/future-of-tourism/) - Anthony Everett, CEO of 4VI, joins David Peacock of the Future of Tourism to discuss Vancouver Island’s bold experiment in sustainable tourism. Discover how 4VI has redefined itself as a social enterprise, with a mandate to serve 800,000 residents and ensure that tourism is a resilient force for good on the island. Anthony Everett, CEO of 4VI, joins David Peacock of the Future of Tourism to discuss Vancouver Island’s bold experiment in sustainable tourism. Discover how 4VI has redefined itself as a social enterprise, with a mandate to serve 800,000 residents and ensure that tourism is a resilient force for good on the island. - [One Year In, Our Restartup Makes Its Impact - View Our Impact Report](https://forvi.ca/updates-impact-report/) - We are excited to share with you our Impact Report. It provides an in-depth overview of the 2022-2023 fiscal year and the impact we’ve made for this region. - [4VI's Pioneering Partnership with Allied Certifications a Source for Good on Vancouver Island](https://forvi.ca/4vis-pioneering-partnership-with-allied-certifications-a-source-for-good-on-vancouver-island/) - Vancouver-Island based Allied Certifications challenges visitors and businesses to rethink their relationship with Indigenous communities with help from 4VI - [4VI and WORTH Association launch Gender Equity Survey](https://forvi.ca/4vi-and-worth-association-launch-gender-equity-survey/) - The WORTH Association is committed to implementing meaningful policies and practices to advance gender equity on Vancouver Island. By supporting a multi-year approach with 4VI, WORTH Association aims to represent the interests of intersectional women and allies to ensure travel is a force for good - forever. - [Update from Anthony Everett, President & CEO, 4VI](https://forvi.ca/update-from-anthony/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” admin_label=”Post Banner (Do not edit)” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _dynamic_attributes=”background_image” _module_preset=”default” background_enable_color=”off” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_direction=”0deg” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,59,74,0.75) 0%|rgba(0,59,74,0.25) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9mZWF0dXJlZF9pbWFnZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7fX0=@” min_height=”500px” min_height_tablet=”500px” min_height_phone=”500px” min_height_last_edited=”on|desktop” saved_tabs=”all” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-494f79d1-9bd7-4b30-b502-9ad4dc78b552%22:%91%22background_color%22,%22background_color_gradient_stops%22,%22background_color_gradient_stops%22%93}”][et_pb_fullwidth_post_title meta=”off” featured_image=”off” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font_size=”4rem” background_enable_color=”off” positioning=”absolute” position_origin_a=”bottom_center” vertical_offset=”2rem” width=”100%” custom_margin=”6rem||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”6rem||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”0px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” title_font_size_tablet=”4rem” title_font_size_phone=”10vw” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-494f79d1-9bd7-4b30-b502-9ad4dc78b552%22:%91%22background_color%22%93}”][/et_pb_fullwidth_post_title][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”1080px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ - 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[4VI Social Enterprise Group](https://forvi.ca/) - We’re evolving. Our social enterprise model is expanding to include three interconnected entities that form the 4VI Group: 4TVI is our not-for-profit corporation, 4EVER is our socially responsible business corporation, and 4GOOD is our social impact fund. - [Our Governance](https://forvi.ca/our-governance/) - The volunteer Board of Directors is comprised of tourism business owners and senior managers from across the Vancouver Island Region. ## Projects - [Indigenous Voices of Vancouver Island Podcast, Season 2](https://forvi.ca/project/indigenous-voices-of-vancouver-island-podcast-season-2/) - Indigenous Voices of Vancouver Island is a five-episode limited podcast series that showcases Indigenous Entrepreneurs working in the travel industry on Vancouver Island. - [Indigenous Voices of Vancouver Island Podcast](https://forvi.ca/project/indigenous-voices-vancouver-island-podcast/) - Indigenous Voices of Vancouver Island is a five-episode limited podcast series that showcases Indigenous Entrepreneurs working in the travel industry on Vancouver Island. - [Better Boards, Better Destinations](https://forvi.ca/project/board-governance/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://forvi.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Board-Governance-Check-List.jpg” alt=”Waves crashing at the Wild Pacific Lighthouse in Ucluelet” title_text=”Board Governance Check List” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro” module_class=”intro” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]The travel sector is changing – and fast.[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]As issues like climate change and labour shortages - [Elevating Accessibility through Travel Guides](https://forvi.ca/project/accessible-travel-guides/) - Accessible Travel Guides help ensure Vancouver Island is an inclusive travel destination, with unforgettable vacation experiences for all. - [Ocean Legacy Marine Debris Project](https://forvi.ca/project/ocean-legacy-marine-debris-project/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro” module_class=”intro” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Local organizations Surfrider Pacific Rim and Ocean Legacy build and renovate two Ocean Plastic Recycling Depots, reducing ocean waste and enhancing the health of the waters that define Vancouver Island.[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Vancouver Island is surrounded by the - [Cumberland Mountain Bike Trail Enhancements](https://forvi.ca/project/cumberland-mountain-bike-trail-enhancements/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro” module_class=”intro” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]The local mountain biking club expands and improves their trail network to enhance access for all levels of riders.[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Cumberland, a village in the Comox Valley of Vancouver Island is a world-class destination for mountain biking. - [Bamfield Pavilion](https://forvi.ca/project/bamfield-pavilion/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro” module_class=”intro” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Graduate students and community volunteers work together to create an architecturally designed, accessible public amenity that is revitalizing an underused waterfront park.[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Bamfield is a remote west coast community on the southern shore of the entrance - [Nanaimo Mountain Bike Trail Enhancements](https://forvi.ca/project/nanaimo-mountain-bike-trail-enhancements/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro” module_class=”intro” _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Non-profit Nanaimo Mountain Bike Club repairs an underused trail and elevates access for all riders.[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]The temperate climate of Vancouver Island means our lifestyle is synonymous with the outdoors. With our terrain, mountain biking is - [Ancient Forest Trail Enhancement](https://forvi.ca/project/ancient-forest-trail-enhancement/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro” module_class=”intro” _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]The Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation improves protection of ancient monument trees for the benefit of the community and future generations.[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Vancouver Island is one of the most beautiful places in the world. Natural wonders abound and - [Saysutshun (Newcastle Island ) Marine Park — Wayfinding and gateway signage](https://forvi.ca/project/saysutshun-wayfinding-gateway-signage/) - Marine Park off Nanaimo enhances the visitor experience through Indigenous signage and storytelling. - [West Coast Expeditions — Reconciliation in action](https://forvi.ca/project/west-coast-expeditions/) - Ka:'yu:'k't'h' / Che:k:tles7et'h' (Kyuquot/Checleset) First Nations Group of Businesses, specifically Tiičma Hospitality LP acquires West Coast Expeditions. - [First Impressions Assessment](https://forvi.ca/project/first-impressions-assessment/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro” module_class=”intro” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Partnering with a community’s tourism and business development groups, 4VI provides insights on how a community’s visitor experience is perceived and the opportunities that exist to enhance it.[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]4VI’s mission is to ensure tourism is a force for ## Team members - [Kacia Tolsma](https://forvi.ca/team/kacia-tolsma/) - [Brian Cant](https://forvi.ca/team/brian-cant/) - [Jane Stark](https://forvi.ca/team/jane-stark/) - [Anthony Everett](https://forvi.ca/team/anthony-everett/) - [Calum Matthews](https://forvi.ca/team/calum-matthews/) ## Categories - [Corporate](https://forvi.ca/category/corporate/) ## Tags - [sustainability](https://forvi.ca/tag/sustainability/) - [tourism](https://forvi.ca/tag/tourism/) - [sustainable](https://forvi.ca/tag/sustainable/) - [regenerative tourism](https://forvi.ca/tag/regenerative-tourism/) - [responsible tourism](https://forvi.ca/tag/responsible-tourism/) - [media](https://forvi.ca/tag/media/) - [decarbonization](https://forvi.ca/tag/decarbonization/) - [sustainable tourism](https://forvi.ca/tag/sustainable-tourism/) - [learning](https://forvi.ca/tag/learning/) - [academic](https://forvi.ca/tag/academic/) - [student](https://forvi.ca/tag/student/) - [internship](https://forvi.ca/tag/internship/) - [mentorship](https://forvi.ca/tag/mentorship/) - [industry](https://forvi.ca/tag/industry/) - [event](https://forvi.ca/tag/event/) - [networking](https://forvi.ca/tag/networking/) - [education](https://forvi.ca/tag/education/) - [gender equality](https://forvi.ca/tag/gender-equality/) - [innovation](https://forvi.ca/tag/innovation/) - [award](https://forvi.ca/tag/award/) - [TIAC](https://forvi.ca/tag/tiac/) - [tourism association of canada](https://forvi.ca/tag/tourism-association-of-canada/) - [Indigenous](https://forvi.ca/tag/indigenous/) - [podcast](https://forvi.ca/tag/podcast/) - [vancouver island](https://forvi.ca/tag/vancouver-island/) - [community](https://forvi.ca/tag/community/) - [women in leadership](https://forvi.ca/tag/women-in-leadership/) - [changemaker](https://forvi.ca/tag/changemaker/) - [leadership](https://forvi.ca/tag/leadership/) ## Project Categories - [Ocean](https://forvi.ca/project_category/ocean/) - [Eco-Tourism](https://forvi.ca/project_category/eco-tourism/) - [Cycling](https://forvi.ca/project_category/cycling/) - [Sustainability](https://forvi.ca/project_category/sustainability/) - [Indigenous Tourism](https://forvi.ca/project_category/indigenous-tourism/) - [Accessibility](https://forvi.ca/project_category/accessibility/)