1 minute read
SUN PEAKS RESORT NOMINATED FOR BC TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY AWARD
The resort is one of three finalists for the 2023 Employee First award, which recognizes employers with high standards in human resources
By Liz McDonald
Advertisement
Sun Peaks Resort is nominated as a finalist for an Employee First award through the BC Tourism and Hospitality Awards.
The award recognizes tourism and hospitality employers in British Columbia that “upheld high standards of excellence in human resource practices, with a specific focus on mental health and wellness,” according to the BC Tourism and Hospitality Conference website.
Helen Davies is the director of employee experience for Sun Peaks Resort (SPR). She said SPR has built up its programs for employees over four years.
“One of the things that’s really important to us is our Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP), provided to SPR through Homewood Health,” Davies said.
She told SPIN EFAP offers 24/7 access to online resources for everything from finances to relationships and the platform can also connect employees with counselors.
She also noted the company provides a return-to-work program for employees injured while working, as the resort has a duty to accommodate injured employees.
Because SPR employees often travel from countries around the globe to work in Sun Peaks, they may not have their traditional support network of family and friends. Davies said it’s essential for people who work at the resort to know they have access to a support network through their employer.
One of the award submission questions related to retaining employees through human resource policies.
Davies said SPR looks at retention through a culture of “continuous improvement.”
“The fundamentals of our policies and procedures have not changed, [but] we’re always looking for ways to improve … there’s a heavy focus on making sure we follow up with people involved [that use human resources],” she said.
The BC Tourism and Hospitality Awards gala takes place on March 2 in Prince George as part of the 2023 Tourism & Hospitality Conference.
HOT TUB SERVICES & SALES
Our team of trained repair technicians and certified pool operators are here to ensure you excellent water quality for you and your guests
Affordable monthly payments from $90 (May - Oct) & $135 (Nov-Apr)
Affiliated with Tod Mountain Home Leisure in Sun Peaks for hot tub sales!
Vacation Rentals
BOOK YOUR SUMMER 2023 STAY!
A variety of properties, from hotel rooms to 4 bedroom chalets
Book Direct at sunpeakscondos.ca
Check out our STAY7PAY6 Promo!
Full Rental Management
Housekeeping | Marketing | Repairs
ON-BOARDING NEW PROPERTIES!
Fully licensed professional property management
We manage the marketing, property listings & reservations of your property
No monthly fee
24/7 customer service
250.578.6969 | david@bearcountry.ca
