COVID-19 Updates > Tourism Advocacy Update – October 1-7, 2020
Publié le 7 Octobre 2020
October 1-7, 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
- Monday, the TIAC President & CEO held a meeting with the Conservative Shadow Cabinet representative for tourism, Special Advisor to the Leader for tourism Recovery, MP Tony Baldinelli (Niagara Falls)
- During the call, TIAC & Mr. Baldinelli’s office shared concerns for the sustainability of our sector businesses with the phase out of government programs like rent relief, and will work together to advocate for greater recovery measures
- On Tuesday, the President & CEO participated in a regularly scheduled call with ISED representatives to discuss the state of the industry.
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Government Announcements
- Last Friday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the Hon. Melanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development, announced that the Regional Relief Recovery Fund and Community Futures Fund will receive a funding top up across five economic Development Agencies
- On Monday, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada announced changes to some border restrictions, including opening entry to some extended family members of citizens, foreign nationals entering under compassionate grounds, and international students
- Early this week, Parks Canada announced virtual consultations seeking public input to help shape Parks Canada’s priorities amid the global pandemic
- Today, the government made announcements on taking steps to create a zero-plastic waste by 2030 plan
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In Case You Missed It …
- Health Canada regulators have officially approved a new rapid COVID-19 test procedure, which is expected to roll out across the country in coming weeks to help with a rise in assessments.
- The introduction of government approved rapid testing will be critical for the future of tourism and travel recovery, so this is positive news for the sector.
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