Winners of the 2026 Ontario Tourism Awards of Excellence Announced
Presented annually, the awards recognize the organizations, businesses and individuals whose innovation, leadership, creativity and commitment to excellence help make Ontario a destination of choice.
Ellie Joseph to Be Honoured as Tourism Champion of the Year at the 2026 Ontario Tourism Awards of Excellence
The Tourism Industry Association of Ontario (TIAO) is pleased to announce that Ellie Joseph, Co Founder of Two Row on the Grand, will be recognized as the 2026 Tourism Champion of the Year at the upcoming Ontario Tourism Awards of Excellence, taking place on October 23, 2026, at the Westin Ottawa.
Ontario’s Sunset Country Executive Director Gerry Cariou to receive the 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award
Gerry Cariou of Ontario’s Sunset Country will receive the 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award at the Ontario Tourism Awards of Excellence in Ottawa.
Tourism in Your Community: A New Industry Resource
With Ontario’s municipal elections a few short weeks away, the Tourism Industry Association of Ontario is proud to share Tourism in Your Community
What the Last Generation of Economic Disruption Can Teach Us
What can Ontario learn from past economic disruption? A reflection on jobs, tourism, industrial communities and building more resilient local economies.
Ontario Organizations Call for Province-Wide Rideshare Framework
Ontario business, tourism, education and community organizations are urging the province to create a consistent, province-wide rideshare framework.
Tourism's Seat at the Investment Table
This week, Canada welcomed global investors to Toronto for the first Canada Investment Summit. This is relevant for tourism, too.
Tourism is Economic Infrastructure
As global investors gather in Toronto for the Canada Investment Summit, Ontario’s visitor economy is helping make those conversations possible.
What’s Shaping Ontario Tourism Right Now
Last week, members of the TIAO team visited Niagara District Airport to discuss the role improved connectivity can play in supporting tourism growth in Niagara and across Ontario.
Turning Domestic Travel into Destination Growth
Ontario’s tourism industry has spent considerable time talking about the importance of attracting visitors from international markets.
Tourism as a Line of Economic Defence
Tourism can strengthen Ontario’s economy, support communities and drive growth amid ongoing trade uncertainty.
TGGO and TIAO Golf Tournament unites the tourism community in support of Starlight Children’s Foundation Canada.
Hospitality Workers Appreciation Day on February 23
2025 in Review: Stories, Insights and Impact from Globe Media Group
AI-Driven Contextual Intelligence for Advertisers
Tourism Day at Queen’s Park Briefing Note
TIAO Signs Industry Letter to the Prime Minister: Canada's Tourism Sector United on International Convention Attraction Fund
Understanding the Impact of Tariffs, U.S. Visitation, and Trade on Ontario’s Tourism Sector – Summer 2025 Industry Survey
TIAO Responds: Ontario’s 2025 Fall Economic Statement Underscores Tourism’s Role in Driving Growth and Resilience
Canada Strong Budget 2025 and Tourism Industry Partnership
