Connect & Elevate
OTS26 is where Ontario’s tourism community comes together to think bigger. Under the theme Connect & Elevate, tourism leaders, municipalities, destination organizations, and provincial and federal partners will spend two days exploring what’s next for Ontario’s visitor economy, from growing international markets to building the infrastructure and partnerships that keep Ontario competitive on the world stage.
The Summit concludes with the Ontario Tourism Awards of Excellence, recognizing the people, businesses, and communities making Ontario a destination worth talking about.
Plan Your Visit
We have a room block reserved at The Westin Ottawa. Situated in the heart of Ottawa on the Rideau Canal and steps from Parliament Hill, The Westin Ottawa hotel offers easy access to Canada's national attractions.
Hotel Details: The Westin Ottawa, 11 Colonel By Drive Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, K1N 9H4
Room Block Dates: Tuesday, October 20th - Friday, October 23rd
Last Day to Book: 09/28/2026
Meet Our Speakers
DR. DAVID COLETTO
Chair, CEO and Founder, Abacus Data
DANIEL LEWIS
Human-Centric Workplace Culture & Sales Expert, Motivational Storyteller
GWEN PATRICK
Financial Innovation Lead, Shorefast Institute
IAN BAILEY
Parliamentary Bureau Reporter, Globe and Mail
LOREN CHRISTIE
Managing Director, Best Cities Global Alliance
RICHARD C. POWERS
MBA, LLB, ICD.D, University of Toronto
RYNA YOUNG
Regional Head, KBRS
RICHARD ANDERSON
Executive Director, Smart Serve Ontario
WAHN YOON
Co-founder, L'Institut Idée
Ontario Tourism Awards of Excellence
Apply to the 2026 Ontario Tourism Awards of Excellence!