TICO to launch enhanced Certification Program
TICO will launch a new, enhanced Certification Program and exam for individuals aspiring to become Travel Counsellors and agency Supervisors/Managers on Jan. 5, 2026. In late May, TICO shared information with industry and stakeholders about...
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TICO gears up for Annual Meeting at end of September
The Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) will be holding its annual meeting on Sept. 25, 2025 at 5:00 pm., with the meeting: Receiving the financial statements for the previous financial year, together with the Auditor’s Report; ...
TICO offers advice to consumers
The Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) is providing information for consumers who booked packaged travel that include flights on Air Canada – including packages booked with Air Canada Vacations and other TICO-registered businesses whose...
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Air Canada Suspends All Operations, Locks Out Flight Attendants In Response to Strike Action
Air Canada has suspended all operations of Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge due to a strike by its 10,000 flight attendants represented by the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE). And in response to CUPE commencing strike action, Air...
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TICO provides information for consumers with upcoming Air Canada Vacations bookings
The Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) is providing information for consumers who booked travel services with Air Canada Vacations (a TICO-registered tour operator) either directly or through a TICO-registered travel retailer (including...
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New TICO data shows generational divide over U.S. travel
New data from the Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO), Ontario's travel regulator, shows a strong domestic travel trend across all age groups in 2025, while international and U.S. travel intentions reveal a clear generational...
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TICO launches consultation on proposed changes to certification exam fees
The Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) has launched a targeted consultation on proposed changes to the fees associated with the TICO certification program and exam. As the travel industry continues to evolve, TICO is enhancing the...
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TICO seeks to fill four spots on advisory council
The Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) has launched recruitment for four positions on its Industry Advisory Council (IAC). The purpose of the IAC is to provide guidance and advice to the Board of Directors and senior management in the...
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TICO lays 59 charges against Holy Destinations Travel Inc.
After being charged by the Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO), Holy Destinations Travel Inc. pleaded guilty to: 29 counts of failing to deposit consumer money in a trust account; 29 counts of making representations that are false,...
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TICO issues immediate suspension to Temple & Temple Tours Inc.
The Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) has issued an Immediate Temporary Suspension Order to suspend the registration of Temple & Temple Tours Inc. (TICO Registration # 2970024), a travel agency based in Toronto, Ontario. Temple...
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