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Strong Summer of Conventions at MTCC

2023/06/15

The Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) will host a series of six citywide conventions this summer that will gather more than 27,000 national and international visitors. These large conventions will create a significant boost for the region’s economy and local businesses. In its 2023/24 fiscal year, the MTCC will host 22 citywide conventions set to generate over $246 million in economic impact. Global leaders and scientists will gather at the MTCC this summer to innovate and exchange knowledge on…
BCHA Advances Sustainability Goals

2023/06/02

The BC Hotel Association (BCHA) is taking a significant step forward in its commitment to sustainability by launching innovative initiatives aimed at greening the accommodation sector. With two strategic partnerships with the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance and Biosphere Tourism, along with the introduction of the BCHA Sustainability Playbook, the BCHA is spearheading a remarkable shift towards eco-friendly practices and reduced operational costs. “The BCHA has wholeheartedly supported British Columbia’s accommodation community in becoming leaders in establishing a net positive hospitality sector that will support…
How Insurance Protects Your Events

2023/06/02

Whether you are the event planner or the event host, there are potential financial risks that have to be taken into consideration when evaluating your insurance portfolio. Planning, organizing and hosting an event has lots of moving parts. Venues to be booked, caterers to hire, ticket sales – it’s an endless list of logistics. You may be concerned about injury to guests, accidental damage caused by a third party vendor or guest to the venue. No matter how well…
IMEX Honours Destination Canada

2023/06/02

Destination Canada, the national tourism organization, is the recipient of the 2023 IMEX-EIC Innovation in Sustainability Award, acknowledging the organization’s commitment to driving sustainability and innovation through the Canadian Business Event Sustainability Plan. Launched in the spring of 2022, Destination Canada’s Canadian Business Event Sustainability Plan is a first-of-its-kind national program aimed at improving the economic, socio-cultural, and environmental sustainability practices of business events hosted in Canada. “This is a remarkable recognition for Canada and our business events community. It signals…
MTCC Renews Encore Partnership

2023/06/01

The Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) announced that it has renewed its partnership with Encore as the facility’s official preferred supplier of audiovisual services. Encore, a leader in event technology and production, works closely with the MTCC team to provide cutting edge event technology, creative, and production services for in-person and hybrid events. The Encore team has a unique knowledge of the facility, an efficient planning process, and consistently earns excellent satisfaction ratings (93 per cent on average) from…
Porter Ranked Best Cabin Service

2023/06/01

Porter Airlines is the winner of the 2023 Passengers Choice Awards for Best Cabin Service in North America from the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX). Porter’s unique approach to service sets it apart by offering a generous service experience and effortless travel for every passenger. Earlier this year, Porter updated its renowned economy air travel experience, further challenging what every airline in North America offers. This starts with its signature in-flight service that offers every passenger complimentary beer and wine served in…
Program to Improve Airport Security

2023/05/31

Ottawa has announced that the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) will be launching a new Verified Traveller program, providing faster and more efficient screening experience for eligible travellers at select airports across Canada. The program provides travellers who have undergone extensive background checks with added benefits at select security screening checkpoints across Canada. This new Verified Traveller program will replace the current Trusted Traveller program. By June 21, 2023, dedicated Verified Traveller screening lines will be available at select…
Air Canada Adds Toronto to Yellowknife

2023/05/31

Air Canada has announced it will begin non-stop, year-round service between Toronto and Yellowknife in December. The new, three-times weekly service will provide convenient connections between eastern Canada and the capital of the Northwest Territories. Customers will also be able to seamlessly connect onward from Yellowknife on Air Canada’s interline partner, Canadian North. “The North has a magical attraction and Air Canada is pleased to make it easier for customers to visit Yellowknife and beyond, beginning at a time…
BCHA Launches Mexico Pilot Project

2023/05/19

The British Columbia Hotel Association (BCHA) has partnered with the Government of Mexico to launch an innovative labour mobility pilot project, which will place 100 Mexican workers in accommodations across B.C. This ground-breaking initiative not only addresses the shortage of skilled workers in B.C. but also ensures the safe and streamlined mobility of Mexican workers, providing them with invaluable opportunities to enhance their skills and training. “The BCHA is strongly committed to delivering innovative and results-oriented solutions to support…
New Passport Design for Canadians

2023/05/19

The Canadian government has unveiled a new passport design that features new artwork and state-of-the-art security features. The new passport will start rolling out later this summer. The new passport includes security features such as a polycarbonate data page—a technology similar to Canada’s driver’s licences. Passport holders’ personal information will now be laser engraved instead of being printed with ink, making the data page more durable and resistant to tampering and counterfeiting. Other features include a Kinegram over the…

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