The Art of Tourism
WORKSHOP SERIES 2026
Explore the dynamic relationship between art and tourism in this vibrant new mini-workshop series for artisans and tourism businesses in Teslin. Meet industry experts, learn tips and tricks, and discover new pathways to tourism opportunities on Teslin Tlingit Traditional Territory and beyond!
Join Us Live on Zoom!
Sign up for Online Access to the next episode of the Art of Tourism Workshop Series! It’s fast and free to register!
Two Great Ways to Connect:
Episode One:
Leveraging Social Media for Exposure, Sales & Influence
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026
Time: 12:00-2:00 PM
Location: Teslin Tlingit Heritage Centre
Zoom Link: (Sign Up to Receive this Link)
Session Format:
12:00-1:00 pm – Podcast-style conversation exploring real experiences from artists and industry experts. (Live on Zoom)
1:00-2:00 pm – Interactive workshop for those in attendance exploring next steps, ideas and strategies. (Those in Attendance)
Munchies: Soup, Refreshments and Snacks Courtesy of DDC
About This Episode:
Learn how artists and entrepreneurs can use social media storytelling, digital marketing, and creative branding to build audiences, expand opportunities, and increase sales.
Special Guests: Selene Vakharia, Teresa Vander Meer-Chassé, Naomi Bourque
Hosted By: Patti Balsillie, Tourism Development Specialist
Workshop Materials
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Join Us in Person!
If you’re an artisan or tourism business in Teslin join us in person at the TTC Heritage Centre for the full two-hour Art of Tourism experience! Each episode features an hour of experts discussing key topics followed by a second hour of value-added workshop activities and coaching for those in attendance. These DDC workshops are free and open to all community members.
Let us know if you’re coming to this event by sending an email to outreach@ddc-teslin.com or submit your message using this form.
Join Us on Zoom!
Watch this DDC event live on Zoom! The Art of Tourism Workshops are totally free and open to all community members!
Please note, the Zoom portion of each Art of Tourism episode is available during the first hour only – the second hour features one-on-one sessions and other activities for those in attendance. If you are interested in the one-on-one sessions, join us in person or you can contact DDC at outreach@ddc-teslin.com to set up a one-hour coaching session with an expert at a later date.
Stay Tuned! More Episodes Are Coming Soon!
Send an email to outreach@ddc-teslin.com if you would like to be notified of upcoming episodes!
The Art of Tourism Workshop Series is proudly brought to you by Deisleen Development Corporation and is part of the Teslin Arts Initiative in support of local artisans and tourism businesses in Teslin.
Episode 1: Leveraging Social Media for Exposure, Sales & Influence
Join us on March 19, from 12pm-2pm at Teslin Tlingit Heritage Centre for a podcast-style conversation exploring real experiences from artists & industry experts followed by an interactive workshop to explore next steps, ideas, and strategies. Hosted by Patti Balsillie with special guests: Selene Vakharia, Teresa Vander Meer-Chassé, and Naomi Bourque.
Upcoming Episodes:
Here are the episodes we’re working on for this Spring:
- Lessons From Across Canada
- The Power of Festivals and Events
- Working With and Within the Tourism Landscape
- How Indigenous Tourism, Arts & Culture Are Launching Across Canada
- Evolving Your Dreams Into Reality: Tourism & The Arts