The Waterton-Glacier InternationalPeace Park was recently awarded the World’s First Transboundary International Dark Sky Park status. The International Dark Sky Park certification is a way to strengthen business and marketing efforts, while respecting community values and preserving and celebrating environment and culture. It boosts business and marketing, contributes to increased visitation, brings new kinds of visitors, benefits wildlife and encourages new business ventures.
Keywords: Promoting local assets, protecting local assets, Learning from others, marketing opportunities, certification, attracting new visitors, Dark Sky Tourism Stakeholder contributions, Sustainability standards
