Recent Press Releases
Feb. 9, 2012: Approval of Glacier Discovery Walk a Great Tourism Opportunity
The announcement of the approval for the Glacier Discovery Walk project on the Icefields Parkway in Jasper National Park is an important step in helping us share our natural wonders with visitors from around the globe and our fellow Canadians, said the Tourism Industry Association of Canada. The announcement of the project’s approval was made today by Environment Minister Peter Kent in Ottawa.
Feb. 8, 2012: Prime Minister Harper Highlights Tourism Growth in China
Canada’s newly unveiled tourism marketing campaign in China will help to spur economic growth and create jobs across the country, according to the Tourism Industry Association of Canada. Prime Minister Stephen Harper launched Canada’s 2012 marketing campaign, as well as the opening of a Beijing office for the Canadian Tourism Commission, as part of his trade mission to China.
Jan. 20, 2012: Chinese Travel to Canada Growing in Wake of Approved Destination Status Agreement
A growing number of Chinese travellers are choosing Canada as their destination, making it Canada’s fastest growing inbound travel market. New Statistics Canada data reveals that China has surpassed Australia as Canada’s fifth largest inbound tourism market, behind the United States, the United Kingdom, France and Germany.
Dec. 7, 2011: Perimeter Action Plan To Facilitate Border Process, Spur Tourism Growth
The Action Plan on Perimeter Security and Economic Competiveness will help facilitate legitimate leisure and business travel between Canada and the United States, and spur economic growth, according to the Tourism Industry Association of Canada. The announcement, made jointly today in Washington by Prime Minister Stephen Harper and President Barack Obama, provides new and tangible initiatives to help create greater alignment and cooperation on border and customs processes. In addition, the agreement will expand on trusted traveller programs and build capacity to help support those programs.
Nov. 7, 2011: Four Canadian Tourism Leaders to Enter Canadian Tourism Hall of Fame
The Tourism Industry Association of Canada will welcome four distinguished tourism industry leaders as the latest inductees to the Canadian Tourism Hall of Fame at a ceremony in Ottawa on Wednesday, November 23, 2011.
Nov. 3, 2011: Senator Nancy Greene Raine and Al Raine to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award from Canada’s Tourism Industry
TIAC is pleased to announce that Senator Nancy Greene Raine and Al Raine will be recognized with the Tourism Toronto Lifetime Achievement Award at the Canadian Tourism Awards Gala on Thursday, November 24, 2011 in Ottawa.
Oct. 12, 2011: TIAC Unveils Finalists for the 2011 Canadian Tourism Awards
The Tourism Industry Association of Canada has announced the finalists for the 2011 Canadian Tourism Awards, presented by The Toronto Star.
Oct. 6, 2011: Federal Tourism Strategy Will Promote Economic Growth and Create Jobs
The Federal Tourism Strategy is a strong commitment on the part of the government to promoting the growth of the travel and tourism sector, says the Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC).
Aug. 29, 2011: Tourism Industry Solutions Highlighted in Beyond the Border Working Group Report
The Beyond the Border Working Group’s report on consultations with Canadians reflects many of the concerns of Canada’s business and leisure travel sector, says the Tourism Industry Association of Canada.
Aug. 18, 2011: Clearance for Cross-Border Rail Service to Fuel Economic Growth and the Visitor Economy
The expanded use of visa application centres (VACs) in Brasilia, Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro will improve the visitor visa process, and represents an important coordinated approach to increase both leisure and business travel to Canada, says the Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC).
Aug. 9, 2011: Tourism Industry Welcomes Harper Government's "Double Play" in Brazil; New Initiatives to Strengthen Tourism
The expanded use of visa application centres (VACs) in Brasilia, Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro will improve the visitor visa process, and represents an important coordinated approach to increase both leisure and business travel to Canada, says the Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC).
Aug. 8, 2011: Opening Air Access with Brazil to Ignite Canada's Tourism Exports
A new and expanded open skies agreement with Brazil will drive growth for Canada’s travel and tourism sector, says the Tourism Industry Association of Canada.
Jul. 20, 2011: Canada’s Travel and Tourism Industry Welcomes Introduction of Ten-Year Visas
The Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC) enthusiastically welcomed today’s announcement of a new, ten-year multiple-entry visa for international travelers wishing to visit Canada.
Feb. 11, 2011: Canada's Tourism Industry Welcomes Pan-North Tourism Marketing Initiative
TIAC was pleased by the recent investment of nearly $3.5 million from CanNor in the Pan North Consortium to help market Canada's North as a distinctive travel destination to potential travellers within Canada.
Feb. 4, 2011: Canada's Tourism Industry Supports Canada-U.S. Cooperation on Border Policies
The Tourism Industry Association of Canada supports the initiative announced Feb. 4 by Prime Minister Stephen Harper and U.S. President Barack Obama which aims to allow for freer mobility of travelers and goods between the two countries.
Feb. 3, 2011: Tourism Industry Welcomes New Traveller-Friendly Screening Initiatives
Canada's tourism industry saluted the Feb. 3 announcement of smarter, traveler-friendly screening initiatives at Canada's airports by Transport Minister Chuck Strahl and Minister of State (Transport) Rob Merrifield.
December 13, 2010: Canada's Travel & Tourism Industry Welcomes North American Security Perimeter Concept
TIAC today welcomed news of a potential European-style security perimeter in North America. While the details of any such an arrangement between the Canadian and US governments have not yet been formalized, TIAC supports in principle the idea of a harmonized approach to border management between the two countries.
November 5, 2010: Canada's Brand Takes the Gold – Olympic Bump Moves Canada to Top of Country Brand Index
After several years near the top, Canada’s brand has reached the number one spot the Country Brand Index, according to the annual study conducted by FutureBrand.
November 3, 2010: National Tourism Award Recipients Announced
Fourteen individuals, businesses and organizations were named last night by the Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC) as recipients of the National Awards for Tourism Excellence, presented by The Toronto Star.
Oct. 27, 2010: National Travel and Tourism Coalition Calls on Government to Enhance Competitiveness
New whitepaper calls for fair taxation regime, level playing field with international competition
October 26, 2010: The Hon. Charles Lapointe to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at Canadian Tourism Awards
TIAC is pleased to announce that tourism industry stalwart, the Hon. Charles Lapointe, will be recognized with the Canadian Travel Press Lifetime Achievement Award at the Canadian Tourism Awards Gala on Tuesday, November 2, 2010 in Gatineau, Quebec.
October 15, 2010: Canada's Travel and Tourism Industry Salutes Government's Decision to Maintain Support for Cross-Border Train Travel to B.C.
The Tourism Industry Association of Canada welcomed the news today that the federal government would continue to support border services to allow for passenger rail service to continue to run between Washington State and Vancouver.
October 14, 2010: Three Canadian Tourism Leaders to Enter Canadian Tourism Hall of Fame
The Tourism Industry Association of Canada will welcome three distinguished tourism industry leaders as the latest inductees to the Canadian Tourism Hall of Fame at a ceremony in Gatineau, Quebec on Tuesday, November 2, 2010.
September 27, 2010: Announcing the Finalists for Canadian Tourism Awards
The Tourism Industry Association of Canada is pleased to announce the finalists for the 2010 Canadian Tourism Awards, presented by The Toronto Star.
September 20, 2010: Canada's Tourism Industry Applauds B.C. Government Announcement on Aviation Fuel Tax
The Tourism Industry Association of Canada applauded the announcement by the Government of British Columbia that the province will introduce legislation to eliminate provincial aviation fuel tax for transborder and international flights.
June 24, 2010: Agreement with China a Great Opportunity for Canada's Tourism Industry
With today’s official signing of the Approved Destination Status agreement with China, Canada’s tourism industry is now presented with an excellent opportunity for growth.
March 10, 2010: Tourism Industry Association of Canada Names David Goldstein as New President and CEO
Stan Cook Jr., Chair of the Board of Directors of the Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC), announced today the appointment of David Goldstein as the new President and CEO, effective April 5, 2010.
February 26, 2010: Canada's Tourism Industry to Contribute to Review of Aviation Security
While disappointed by yesterday’s announcement of an increase to the Air Travellers Security Charge, the Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC) eagerly anticipates the opportunity to work with government and stakeholders on the announced review of the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA).
January 19, 2010: Canada's Tourism Sector Welcomes New Minister of State for Tourism
The Tourism Industry Association of Canada today welcomed the appointment of Rob Moore, MP for Fundy-Royal (New Brunswick) to the Federal Cabinet as the new Minister of State for Small Business and Tourism.
