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Rendez-vous Canada (RVC) 2024, held in Edmonton from May 14-17, was a tremendous success! This event, co-produced by TIAC and Destination Canada, connected 1,528 attendees, including 390 international buyers and 934 Canadian sellers. Over 47,000 appointments were held, generating millions in sales and an estimated $5.3M economic impact for Edmonton.
A big thanks to Travel Alberta, Explore Edmonton, and our partners, including The Honourable Soraya Martinez Ferrada. TIAC members saved over $463,300 at the event.
Mark your calendars for RVC 2025 in Winnipeg, May 27-30, 2025!
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Attention Tourism Industry Association of Canada Members!
Join us for our Online Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, May 29th from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM Eastern Time. Your participation matters!
Date: Wednesday, May 29
Time: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM ET
Key Details:
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Who: Regular and Associate Members*
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What: AGM (Online)
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Why: Ensure your voice is heard!
Important Notes:
- Registration is Required
- Voting Rights: Only Regular Members
Register today to secure your spot and participate in shaping the future of Canada's tourism industry. Let's build a stronger future together. See you at the AGM!
Register here
*The AGM is only open to Active Members
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Join us for an unforgettable gathering of tourism leaders, stakeholders, and innovators from across Canada
December 3-5, 2024
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We're excited to announce early bird registration is now open for the 2024 Tourism Congress in stunning Vancouver, BC from December 3-5, 2024.
Come together with tourism leaders, stakeholders, and innovators from across Canada.
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December 3: Industry Workshop Day offering learning and training in key areas such as Integrating AI, Human Resources, Sustainable Tourism, and more.
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December 4 & 5: Two days packed with innovative programming, capped off with the Canadian Tourism Awards Reception and Gala Dinner.
*Early Bird Pricing for Tourism Congress ends June 15!
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Want to be a Tourism Congress Presenter?
This is your opportunity to share your expertise and insights on "Canada: Powered by Tourism". We are seeking dynamic presentations focusing on economic influence, workforce empowerment, innovation, among other critical topics.
Formats include:
- 45-minute keynote style address
- 60-minute panel presentation with live Q&A
- 20-minute or less TEDx style presentation
Should your presentation require a unique format, please include an explanation in your submission. Deadline for submissions: April 26, 2024, at 9:00 p.m. EST.
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Plan your stay
Stay at the heart of the action at Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre, with special rates starting at $249.00 for double occupancy, available until October 31, 2024, or until sold out.
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Canadian Tourism Awards
Don't forget to submit your nominations for the Canadian Tourism Awards! It's an excellent opportunity to recognize the hard work and success of individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to our industry.
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Not a member of TIAC?
Join a powerful community dedicated to fortifying Canadian tourism's standing on the global stage. Take your place at the forefront of change, innovation, and growth by supporting TIAC's efforts. Together, we're not just envisioning the future of Canadian tourism – we're creating it.
Find out what we do
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New and Renewed Member Recognition | |
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We are delighted to extend a warm welcome to all the new and renewed members of the Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC):
NEW REGULAR MEMBERS:
Canadian Attractions Network
Okanagan College
Tourism Chilliwack
NEW ASSOCIATE MEMBERS:
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5902 Nunavut Ltd
A Wilder Experience
AB Taxi
Al's BNB Inc (Igloolik)
Amaulik Hotel
Amittuq Adventures
Arctic Fresh M&R
Arctic UAV
Association des francophones du Nunavut
Aurora Expeditions
Bed and Breakfast (TBG Cambridge Bay)
Black Feather, the Wilderness Adventure Company
Black Heart Cafe
Calm Air International LP
Carvings Nunavut
Central Tourism & Outfitting
Frank Reardon Photos
Grise Fiord Lodge
Hall Beach Hotel
Hunters Market
Iglu Hotel
Iqaluit 101
Iqaluit Auto Inc
Ivalu Ltd
Jessie Oonark Centre
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Katudgevik Hotel
Kilabuk Services
Kiluk Limited
Kings Cut Barber
Kitikmeot Foods
Kivalliq Expediting and Tours Inc
Konek Productions
Kulukuluk
Ledgers Nunavut
Municipality of Rankin Inlet (Kangiqtiniq)
Naujat Hotel
Nunamiut Lodge
Nunatta Environmental Services Inc
Nunavut Wellness Spa
Olympia Cruise Line
Peter's Expediting and Outfitting
Rannva Design
RDO Connections Consulting
Sea Women Inc.
Taluq Designs
Tavanni Hotel
The Snack
Ulu House
Umingmak Lodge Bed & Breakfast
University of Moncton
Uqqurmmiut Centre For Arts and Crafts
Wellness Travel BC
Yummy Shawarma
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We're also incredibly grateful to the 51 organizations who chose to renew their Regular or Associate membership in April, and we want to extend our heartfelt thanks for their continued support.
Not a member? Click here to become one!
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Attention all members! We want to hear your story. Share your experiences, challenges, and triumphs. By submitting your story, you'll inspire others, gain recognition, and help shape the future of our community. Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference and leave a lasting impact. | | |
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TouriScope is a consulting firm specializing in strategy and business intelligence for the tourism industry. Since our founding in 2016, we've been active in New Brunswick, Quebec and, more recently, Nova Scotia, helping to enhance and strengthen the appeal of tourism destinations. For us, the tourism landscape evokes travel, the territory and the ecosystem in which organizations evolve.
Learn more about TouriScope
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JUNE MEMBER WEBINAR
Navigating Mental Health Crises in Tourism: Insights and Strategies for a Resilient Workforce with Tourism HR Canada
June 26, 2024, 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Mental health crises in the tourism workforce seem to be becoming both more widespread and more acute. Generalized anxieties around economic, sociopolitical, and environmental pressures are interacting with new challenges in the post-pandemic tourism workplace, producing a new HR landscape in which few operators feel prepared to navigate safely or confidently. This webinar will present current research from Tourism HR Canada around mental well-being in tourism, with an emphasis on workplace culture and its impact on retention. Some high-level research findings from this project will be shared, along with practical tips and tools for creating psychologically safe workplaces for the entire staff, from front-line employees to senior management.
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Meet the Presenter
Evan Hazenberg is the Director for Labour Market Intelligence at Tourism HR Canada, where he is closely involved in a number of topical research projects. Before joining Tourism HR Canada in 2022, he was a lecturer for five years at the University of Sussex in England.
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Navigating Sustainability Claims: How the Global Sustainable Tourism Council, EU Green Claims Directive and Canadian Sustainability Disclosure Standards will Impact the Tourism Industry | |
A significant focus of discussion at the recent Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) conference in Stockholm, Sweden, was the pending changes happening at the European Union (EU) level, and how this will impact the green claims of tourism businesses and destinations marketing to a European audience. Similar changes are coming to Canada. These measures will impact how tourism businesses and destinations communicate their environmental sustainability achievements and goals. All of these changes represent significant steps toward fostering trust and accountability in environmental marketing and reporting. | |
Nurturing Communities, Savouring Cultures | |
The Taste of Place Summit is the global summit where destination and economic developers, managers, thought leaders and marketers meet to build their tastes of place, unlocking the positive power of growing culinary tourism. | |
The Destination Canada Business Events Advisory Committee is seeking new volunteers! | |
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The Destination Canada Business Events Advisory Committee is seeking to welcome new volunteer members who are passionate about advancing and guiding Canada’s Business Events industry.
Members of this committee will enjoy networking with peer and leaders in the tourism industry across Canada and can contribute and have influence on Canada’s position in international events. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to our collective mission, share your expertise, and help shape our collective future.
How to Apply:
Interested individuals are invited to submit a brief bio or resume highlighting relevant experience and skills and a short statement of interest, detailing why you want to join the committee and what you believe you can contribute.
Please send your applications to Virginie De Visscher DeVisscher.Virginie@destinationcanada.com - by June 30th, 2024
Selection Process:
- Applications will be reviewed by the current committee’s Executive Director, Sponsor and Chair
- Potential candidates may be invited for a brief discussion/interview
- The final selection will be made considering the committee's current composition, the applicants' expertise, and our collective goals for diversity and inclusion
We look forward to receiving your applications and welcoming new members who share our passion and commitment to advancing Canada’s business events position globally.
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Updates to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program
Effective May 1st, 2024, certain measures under the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW Program) Workforce Solutions Road Map will not be renewed, as communicated in the March 21, 2024 announcement.
If you have questions on the TFW Program, please visit Canada.ca or communicate with the Employer Contact Centre.
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The Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC) expresses its most profound gratitude to its Industry Patrons for their significant financial investment and support of the association. TIAC's Industry Patrons are leading companies who have been instrumental in creating positive change, fostering international tourism growth, and advancing Canada's travel and tourism portfolio.
To become an TIAC Industry Patron contact Jenn Taylor, VP Business Development and Member Relations at 902-698-0984.
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Preferred Partners
The Tourism Industry Association of Canada has partnered with a number of leading national suppliers to provide the highest quality services to our members at fantastic rates.
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