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Destination Canada Unveils Groundbreaking, Award-Winning Tourism Data Collective to Boost Economic Growth

Today marks the launch of an innovative data and analytics platform set to revolutionize the Canadian tourism industry and boost economic growth. The Canadian Tourism Data Collective is a first-of-its-kind, secure, centralized platform designed to harness the power of data to increase Canada’s competitiveness.

Changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program

On August 26, 2024, the Government of Canada announced important changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program effective September 26, 2024.

TIAC's Ongoing Advocacy: Recent Submissions in Support of Public Consultations

In our commitment to ensure your voices are heard, we have recently made three significant submissions to the government, contributing to public consultations on key issues affecting our sector.

Letter from TIAC Regarding Potential Rail Sector Job Action

On behalf of Canada’s vital tourism sector, we urge the Government of Canada to take immediate action to prevent rail-sector job action scheduled to begin on August 22.

Recruitment of Workers Under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program

The purpose of this communication is to clarify obligations and responsibilities relating to recruitment fees and other related costs and activities under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) Program.

Current Campaigns: TIAC's Recommendations in Advance of Budget 2025

TIAC recently submitted its recommendations for Budget 2025 to the House of Commons’ Standing Committee on Finance (FINA). Following a comprehensive consultation with members and key stakeholders, including the CDLC, TIAC identified eight priority themes and shared 14 recommendations to fortify the global competitiveness of Canada’s tourism businesses and travel destinations.

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TIAC is responsible for representing tourism interests at the national level, and its advocacy work involves promoting and supporting policies, programs and activities that will benefit the sector's growth and development.