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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The 2024 European River Cruise Summit now underway along the Danube
This week 110 travel advisors from coast to coast are setting sail along the Danube for the second annual European River Cruise Summit presented by ACTA and Avalon Waterways. On a special voyage from Budapest, Hungary to Vilshofen, Germany,...
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The countdown continues for Avalon & ACTA’s European Summit
Soon, 128 Canadian travel advisors will join Avalon Waterways’ second European River Cruise Summit, in partnership with ACTA. Together, they will go for Baroque on the richest banks of history as they choose from a choice of “Classic,”...
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ACTA, TIAC urge government to act quickly as Air Canada strike looms
Both TIAC and ACTA are urging the federal government to engage promptly in facilitating a resolution to avert another significant challenge facing the travel industry. Pilots at Air Canada have recently voted overwhelmingly in favour of a...
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