CRTA - Canadian Resort & Travel Association

The Tourism Industry Association of Ontario (TIAO) is proud to announce the launch of Forward Motion - A Strategic Playbook for Ontario’s Tourism Industry (2025 – 2030), a forward-looking strategy that charts a bold course to drive investment, attract talent, diversify and grow markets, and strengthen Ontario’s visitor economy. Developed through an extensive province-wide consultation process, the Playbook captures the voices and insights of Indigenous leaders, tourism businesses, regional and sectoral organizations, destination marketing organizations, educators, and government partners. The result is a shared roadmap to unlock Ontario’s full tourism potential. The strategy is anchored by six core pillars: 🧳Attract More Visitors and Spending 🛣️Expand Transportation Infrastructure 🌟Strengthen Workforce Resilience 📈Facilitate Product Development and Capacity Investment ♻️Advance Practical Sustainability 🤝Foster Collaboration and Leadership By 2030, the strategy aims to grow visitor spending by 4% annually, from an estimated $30.7 billion in 2025 to over $38 billion – creating 35, 000 new tourism jobs and generating an additional $1.5 billion in annual tax revenue. Read the full press release, learn more about Ontario’s new Tourism Strategy, and access more resources at tiaontario.ca/tourismstrategy

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Building Trust with Canadian Travelers: Why Association Memberships Like CRTA Matter More Than Ever #Canada #CRTA #ACOTUR #AMDETUR #ARDA #Timeshare #VacationOwnership #GNEX vacationownershipadvisor.com/why-associatio…

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Resort Trades Publisher Sharon Scott Wilson, RRP, sat down with Gaetan Babin to discuss his activities as President & CEO of the CRTA. The two spoke about how Babin sees the fruition of CRTA's mandate to further vacation ownership in Canada and worldwide. youtube.com/watch?v=iv76AV…

The Canadian Timeshare Association was founded in Toronto in 1980. In those early days, the focus of the association was to unite the various Timeshare resorts across the country. The early days proved challenging. canadianrta.org/crta-news/evol…

Wishing Everyone a Safe, Fun, and Successful Weekend! Safe travels to all those heading to GNEX Ottawa! We can't wait to see you, catch up, and create more special friendships. Let’s make this event memorable and filled with great opportunities! 🚀 See you there! 👋 #SafeTravels #GNEXOttawa #VOAFamily #Networking #SeeYouSoon #GNEXFamily

The conference schedule for next weeks GNEX-CRTA in Ottawa can be found here. We look forward to seeing all the attendees! gnexcanada.com/schedule/

Don't miss the 3rd Annual GNEX-CRTA Conference, once again being held in a stunning Chateau in Canada! Scheduled events include: Welcome Party & After Party, The Boardroom, 60-Second Pitch, Guest Speakers & Interactive Sessions, $ Ottawa River Cruise. canadianrta.org/crta-news/upco…

🌟 VOA is proud to announce our sponsorship of the 2024 GNEX-CRTA Conference 🌟 Join us from September 3-5 at the iconic Fairmont Château Laurier in Ottawa, Canada. We are thrilled to support this premier event that brings together industry leaders to shape the future of travel and vacation ownership. See you there! #VOA #GNEX2024 #CRTA #Conference #Sponsorship #TravelIndustry #Leadership #GNEX #GNEXFamily

Join us for the 3rd Annual GNEX-CRTA Golf Tournament on 3rd of September at The Marshes Golf Club, Ottawa, Canada For more information and to register: gnexcanada.com/golf/

KELOWNA BC,  CANADA--  (May 2, 2024) Canadian Resort and Travel Association (CRTA), is proud to announce the appointment of Warren Smith as its Chairman of the Board.  He will serve in this capacity for the next 24 months. canadianrta.org/crta-news/crta…

A huge congratulations to all of the ARDA 2024 Awards Program winners! Several CRTA members are on the list of award recipients! For the full list of award recipients, visit the link below. arda.org/2024-arda-awar…

CRTA is at the 2024 @ARDAorg Spring Conference! If you are attending, look for our Chairperson, President, & CEO Gaetan Babin to find out more about getting involved with CRTA!

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A New Year is soon upon us as this festive season is well on its way. We hope you had a chance to experience new and exciting vacations in 2023. May all your travels this coming year be filled with joy and laughter!

Press Release: The Canadian Resort and Travel Association (CRTA), the industry trade association dedicated to promoting ethical practices in vacation ownership in Canada and throughout the world, continues to grow its membership base. Read more: canadianrta.org/crta-news/crta…

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