Publié le 10 novembre 2020
November 5-10, 2020
Dear Tourism Stakeholders,
The TIAC Team is pleased to provide you with this update on the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, including the steps government is taking to address the situation. We are working hard to make sure the industry’s voice is heard by government, and that you have the information you need to keep your business going in these uncertain times.
Please find the latest updates on official announcements and a recap of TIAC’s advocacy work on behalf of Canada’s Visitor Economy:
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TIAC’s Advocacy Update
- On Tuesday, the Vice-President Stakeholder Relations & Business Development also participated in a meeting with the Associate Deputy Minister of Innovation Science and Economic Development (ISED) to discuss the ongoing state of the industry.
- Several government announcements were released early this week that will impact sector business – please see details below.
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Government Announcements
- This week, the government officially launched their plan for Universal Broadband Access, which means the government will ensure 98% of Canadians are connected by 2026.
- These changes will help SMEs in rural and remote regions enhance their connectivity and opportunities to expand their businesses during the crucial recovery period.
- More details can be found here.
- On Monday, Minister of Transport Marc Garneau published a statement that impacts on the airline sector have been severe, and that the government will work with Canadian airlines to stabilize the sector, and ensure the survival of regional air routes.
- In Ontario, Premier Doug Ford is calling on the federal government to support the replacement of its 14-day quarantine measure for international travellers with rapid COVID-19 testing.
- “The premier made the comments at a news conference on Monday, saying that the province would move forward with its own plans to implement the replacement if the federal government chooses not to.”
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In Case You Missed It …
- As of Nov. 21, all air travellers entering Canada will have to provide specific COVID-related information including travel information, self-assessment, and quarantine plans through the government’s ArriveCAN platform.
- The measures are mandatory and can be completed online or through an app prior to boarding and also require post-arrival follow-up.
- TIAC is hopeful that innovations such as this app will help with ease of travel when international borders begin to open.
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Resources for Businesses
- New TIAC Partner GoEzSafe have launched a new product which is an innovative solution for restaurants and tourism businesses.
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