Chicago selects Connect-Worldwide

The Chicago Convention & Tourism Bureau (CCTB) has named Connect-Worldwide as its Canadian travel trade and public relations agency. “Chicago is a global city that truly resonates with Canadians,”says Charmaine Singh, president of Connect-Worldwide Canada. “The metropolis offers something for everyone — from incredible theatre, architecture and art galleries to Michelin starred chefs, a vibrant music scene and unlimited sporting and athletic activities. The team at Connect-Worldwide is thrilled to be working with such an exciting destination and we look forward to sharing Chicago’s story with the Canadian market.”Chicago is already a destination of choice for many Canadians. Statistics indicate that nearly 452,000 Canadians visited Chicago in 2010, a 14.3% increase from 2009.