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Invest In Your Team With go2HR
go2HR is BC’s tourism and hospitality human resource association, providing employers and workers with practical resources, training, and support to build a stronger, safer, and more skilled workforce.
Through industry-focused training and education, go2HR helps businesses develop their teams and create opportunities for career growth.
Your team is one of your restaurant’s greatest assets — and investing in their skills can help build stronger, more confident employees and create pathways for long-term growth.
As a BCRFA Preferred Educator for our Industry Training Grant, fuelled by founding funder Uber Eats, go2HR offers a range of practical training programs designed specifically for BC’s tourism and hospitality industry. And now, BCRFA members can use our Industry Training Grant to help cover the cost of eligible go2HR training.
From front-line service and culinary skills to supervisor development and workplace health & safety, there are courses available for employees at every stage of their career. Eligible options include Food & Beverage Service Training, Line Cook Training, Supervisor Training, FOODSAFE Level 1, Joint Health & Safety Committee Training and more.
How it works:
Confirm your eligibility: BCRFA members can apply for the BCRFA Industry Training Grant.
Choose your training: Explore the eligible go2HR courses and select the training that best fits your employee and business goals.
Register and apply: Register for your selected course through go2HR, then submit your BCRFA Industry Training Grant application using the course details.
Whether you're looking to develop a rising star, prepare an employee for a promotion, strengthen your leadership team, or build essential workplace skills, this is an opportunity to invest in your people while making your training budget go further.
Explore eligible go2HR courses and learn more about the BCRFA Industry Training Grant today.
Last Updated: October 21st
Rochelle and Ian were pleased to attend the GFS Vancouver Show last week, connecting with restaurant operators, suppliers, and foodservice businesses from across BC. It was a great opportunity to share how BCRFA is advocating for our industry, supporting operators, and helping businesses access valuable member benefits. Thank you to GFS for bringing the foodservice community together and supporting our work!
Connecting with BC's Foodservice Community at GFS Show
Last Updated: September 16th
Industry Alert - Minors as Agents Out and About
Last Updated: October 21st
We’ve been hearing reports that Minors as Agents (MAP) are out and about at licensed establishments across BC, courtesy of the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch. We want to remind members to stay alert, ensure staff are familiar with their age-verification procedures, and follow all applicable liquor service requirements. The fines can start at a minimum of $7,000.
If your establishment has recently experienced a MAP visit, we encourage you to share your experience with the BCRFA team. Hearing directly from operators helps us understand what’s happening on the ground and better advocate for our industry.