May 8-12, 2010 • Winnipeg, MB

Aug. 22-26, 2010 • Toronto, ON

Nov. 1-3, 2010 • Gatineau, QC

What's New at TIAC:

Tourism Industry Association of Canada Names David Goldstein as New President and CEO

On March 10, 2010, Stan Cook Jr., Chair of the Board of Directors of the Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC), announced the appointment of David Goldstein as the new President and CEO, effective April 5, 2010. (more)

TIAC Applauds Olympic Partners on Successful Games

The Tourism Industry Association of Canada, on behalf of its members across the country, wishes to congratulate the organizers and stakeholders on the tremendous success of the 2010 Winter Olympic Games in Vancouver – Whistler over the past two weeks. (more)

Canada’s Tourism Industry to Contribute to Review of Aviation Security

While disappointed by the recent 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). (more)

U.S. State Department Proposes Increased Passport Processing Fees; Move Will Serve as Further Hindrance to Cross-Border Travel to Canada

On February 9, 2010, the U.S. State Department announced it intends to significantly increase U.S. passport processing fees. The fee increases are expected to act as an even greater hindrance on American travel to Canada. (more)

U.S. Congress Passes Bill to Promote U.S. to International Tourists; New Marketing Agency Will Also Assist in Securing Travel Documentation

The U.S. Senate has voted overwhelmingly in favour of legislation that will set up a non-profit corporation for travel promotion. The organization will be tasked with assuring potential visitors that they will be welcomed, while helping them with paperwork and informing them of the many American places of interest outside the usual tourist destinations. One of the organization’s main goals will be to better explain the stricter U.S. entry requirements for foreign visitors since the 9/11 terrorist attacks and the implementation of the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative. (more)

2009 International Travel Deficit Decreases to $12.2 billion: First Decline Since 2005

In the February 24th edition of The Daily, Statistics Canada reported that while Canada’s international travel deficit edged upward to $3.2 billion in the fourth quarter of 2009, on a yearly basis it fell by $448 million to $12.2 billion in 2009. This represented the first year-over-year decline since 2005. (more)

International Travel Survey Shows Declines in Overnight Travel from U.S., Mexico, and 10 Overseas Markets

Preliminary third quarter (2009) numbers show declining overnight travel to Canada from a number of key inbound markets. All 10 of Canada's top overseas markets recorded declines in both the number of overnight trips and spending. (more)

TIAC Announces New Member Benefit: AVIS & Budget Partner with TIAC to Offer Discounted Rates to Members

TIAC is pleased to announce an exciting new partnership with the Avis Budget Group, which establishes another great TIAC membership benefit. All full TIAC members can now take advantage of discounts of 5% to 25% off regular rental rates, by making their reservation booking online with a special discount code provided by TIAC. (more)