Applications now open for Avalon & ACTA’s 2025 European River Cruise Summit
Avalon Waterways and ACTA have opened applications for the highly anticipated 2025 European River Cruise Summit. The annual Summit is an exclusive educational and experiential opportunity for Canadian travel advisors to expand their river...
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Tariff reaction: “Travel is now at risk”
As Canadians digest the impact of U.S. tariffs and Canada’s response – which along with retaliatory tariffs also includes the filing of dispute resolution claims at the World Tourism Organization (WTO) and through USMCA – industry...
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ACTA to host eight Canada-wide events starting in March
ACTA is planning a number of events for 2025 and is issuing dates and locations at this time, with more detail to follow closer to the event. An announcement will be made soon about ACTA’s international Summit and conference. 2025 ACTA...
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Industry ‘cautiously optimistic’ as U.S. tariffs paused for 30 days
Canada’s travel and tourism industry breathed a sigh of relief yesterday afternoon as the U.S. agreed to a 30-day pause of the 25 per cent tariffs that were to be imposed on Canada on Feb. 4, 2025. “We are pleased to see a temporary...
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Industry reacts to U.S. tariffs as Canada responds
Buckle up. With the announcement that the Trump administration is moving ahead with 25 per cent tariffs on goods from Canada and a tariff of 10 per cent on Canadian energy that are slated to take effect on Feb. 4, 2025, it’s clear that...
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ACTA seeking applicants for DEI and ITA committees
ACTA is seeking individuals who are passionate about shaping the future of Canada's travel industry. ACTA invites members to join two influential committees in 2025: the Independent Travel Advisor (ITA) Committee and the Diversity, Equity...
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Canada’s retail travel industry sees 12% growth, ACTA report says
Canada's retail travel industry saw an impressive 12 per cent revenue growth to $2.8 billion in 2023 versus 2019, according to ACTA's latest State of Industry Report. This surpasses pre-pandemic levels and showcasing the sector's vital role...
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ACTA offering 30% off Certified Travel Counsellor & Manager designations
ACTA is offering a 30 per cent discount to travel advisors seeking a Certified Travel Counsellor or Certified Travel Manager designation. “This is an excellent opportunity for those advisors who are not yet certified to take advantage of...
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ACTA surveying members on NDC engagement, challenges
ACTA is launching a comprehensive member consultation through a survey focused on New Distribution Capability (NDC) implementation and its impacts. Wendy Paradis, ACTA President, said: “This strategic initiative aims to gather valuable...
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The 2024 European River Cruise Summit wraps up on a high note
The president of Avalon Waterways joined Canadian travel advisors from coast-to-coast for the last leg of the 2024 European River Cruise Summit presented in partnership with the Association of Canadian Travel Agencies and Travel Advisors. “ACTA...
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