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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CATO urges its members to attend TICO AGM
With TICO set to hold its AGM tomorrow (Tues., Sept. 24 at 5 pm), CATO is encouraging its members to participate in large numbers. The full agenda for the meeting is available here. They can register by clicking here. In a statement, CATO...
TICO issues closure advisory for Canada Jetlines & Canada Jetlines Vacations
TICO has provided an update for customers who booked travel with Canada Jetlines and Canada Jetlines Vacations. Canada Jetlines ceased operations on Aug. 15, 2024 and was declared bankrupt on Sept. 11, 2024. Canada Jetlines Vacations, a...
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CAC, IAC members announced by TICO
The Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO has announced the creation of two new advisory councils – the Consumer Advisory Council (CAC) and the Industry Advisory Council (IAC). The CAC and IAC will play a crucial role in advising...
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Final pandemic temporary regulatory amendments expiring
The Ontario Registrar is advising that the final COVID-19 pandemic temporary regulatory amendments are expiring in April and December 2024. In an advisory, the Registrar notes that during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Ontario government amended...
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