Allison Colthorp is the Executive Director of Tourism Ch’illiwack. She leads her team in the implementation of destination management and reconciliation plans. This includes operating Chilliwack Heritage Park, the Visitor Centre, the Chilliwack Merch Shop and the Flag Shop. She has over 25 years of experience working within the tourism industry with a strong focus on forming partnerships with all levels of government and stakeholders to ensure initiatives are inclusive.
Allison also sits on the Board for Stó:lō Community Futures, an organization that provides support to Indigenous businesses and fosters entrepreneurial growth.
In her spare time, you can regularly find her in her backyard BBQing! She also has a deep passion for animals, and to date she has rescued 2 seagulls, 16 ducks, 5 dogs, 2 raccoons, 1 deer, 2 quails, and numerous ants.