Tourism Richmond

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Guiding Principles
Four guiding principles were established as the foundation for developing the Tourism Master Plan, with each principle deeply integrated into the research, industry engagement, and creation of the strategic framework.

1. Create a Shared Vision: Through the process of developing the Tourism Master Plan, extensive community and industry consultation will enable a greater understanding of multiple perspectives with the aim that the final Plan reflects a shared vision to guide activities to enhance Richmond as a tourist destination.

2. Grow Sustainably: The Tourism Master Plan will guide future growth of the tourism sector in Richmond and will identify opportunities to grow the visitor economy sustainably over the long-term, building resilience to address shorter-term impacts. The lens of social, cultural, economic, and environmental sustainability will seek to provide long-term opportunities for the greatest breadth of residents and communities possible.

3. Positively Impact the Community: In considering future growth of the sector, the Tourism Master Plan will be guided by a focus on approaches and actions that positively impact the broader Richmond community.

4. Guide Future Investments: The Tourism Master Plan will help provide direction for future public and private investments related to tourism in Richmond over the longer term. This includes guiding future MRDT applications, investments, and associated activities undertaken by the City and its partners to support growth and development of the tourism sector in Richmond.

GOAL 1: Enhance Connectivity and Accessibility
Create a seamlessly connected destination that prioritizes multi-modal, accessible and sustainable transportation options enhanced through technology and barrier-free access to attractions and experiences for visitors and residents.

Strategic Initiative 1.1: Build a Smart and Seamless Mobility Ecosystem

Transform Richmond's transportation ecosystem through technology-enabled, sustainable, and interconnected mobility solutions.

Strategic Initiative 1.2: Advance Accessibility across Richmond's Tourism Experiences

Position Richmond as a national leader in accessible tourism by ensuring attractions, experiences, and activities are inclusive, welcoming, and barrier-free.



GOAL 2: Elevate and Diversify Visitor Experiences
Develop Richmond into a vibrant year-round tourism hub, providing a wide array of immersive activities that encourage extended visitation and create community pride.

Strategic Initiative 2.1: Cultivate Signature Year-Round Experiences

Transform Richmond into a year-round destination through a calendar of iconic events and experiences that celebrate heritage, culture, food, nature and community.

Strategic Initiative 2.2: Showcase Sport, Culinary and Agritourism Leadership

Leverage Richmond's identity and established programs to anchor its tourism brand, create new experiences and expand its influence as a hub for leaders in sport, culinary and agricultural tourism.

Strategic Initiative 2.3: Enhance Tourism Offerings

Broaden Richmond's appeal by enhancing a range of authentic local experiences to develop new visitor markets and extend length of stay.



GOAL 3: Advance Tourism Infrastructure Development
Encourage the development of top-tier tourism infrastructure, gathering spaces and landmark attractions that position Richmond as a vibrant, must-visit destination in every season.

Strategic Initiative 3.1: Explore Opportunities for a Multi-Purpose Conference and Event Venue

Advance planning toward a multi-purpose conference and event venue that anchors Richmond's event economy and showcases the city as a premier destination for conferences, meetings and events.

Strategic Initiative 3.2: Foster Destination-Defining Infrastructure and Investment

Encourage and guide strategic tourism infrastructure development that enhances Richmond's competitiveness and visitor experience.

Strategic Initiative 3.3: Leverage Public Spaces and Placemaking

Leverage Richmond's waterfronts, parks, and open spaces to celebrate its culture, landscapes, and community spirit.



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Established in 2004, Empire Seafood Restaurant was originally located at 200-7997 Westminster highway in Richmond. The success of the original restaurant brought another 7000 sq ft Empire Chinese Cuisine in 2006. In 2012, the Empire Seafood Restaurant was relocated to a new, lavishly decorated location where 300+ guests can enjoy the extravagant dishes that Empire is known for. This new location is not only grand, but centrally located in bustling central Richmond , nearby Richmond Centre Skytrain station.

Empire Seafood Restaurant

One of Richmond’s oldest, this elegant Cantonese eatery has traditional Dim Dum as well as pork knuckle and geoduck (at dinner only).

Har gow is one of the most common – and popular – dim sum dumplings. It’s also the litmus test of a good kitchen. Ideally, the har gow skin should be thin, translucent, stretchy and slightly sticky. The dumpling should be stuffed tight with filling, not saggy. The shrimp should be plump, juicy, slightly crunchy and whole (if small) or hand-chopped (if large), but never minced.

The dim sum rule of thumb is two baskets or dishes per person and one more for the table. Four people = nine dishes. Textural variety is important in Chinese cuisine so try to include a mix of fried, baked and steamed items. For a properly balanced lunch, pare the dim sum back to one basket per person, add stir-fried greens and a main meat or seafood dish. Still hungry? Order fried noodles or rice at the end.

There is no set order to eating dim sum. The dishes come out of the kitchen as soon as they’re ready. If you prefer to finish with something sweet, hold off on ordering all those delicious egg custard tarts and brown sugar sponge cakes.

Empire Seafood Restaurant

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