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Plan to join TIAM at its second AGM and an Advocacy Forum, October 7 and 8, 2025 at the Fort Garry Hotel in Winnipeg, Manitoba. We’re looking forward to another great event with partners Travel Manitoba and Tourism Winnipeg. Learn more about the event and register on our events page.

Explore Indigenous opens later this week in the North Atrium of The Forks Market in Winnipeg. The Explore Indigenous space is a new initiative of Indigenous Tourism Manitoba, aiming to foster awareness and appreciation for the Indigenous Tourism industry in the province, as well as drive business to Indigenous Tourism operators in Manitoba. In collaboration…

In partnership with Air Canada, the Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC) launched the 2025 Air Canada Future Tourism Leaders Contest – an opportunity for post-secondary students in tourism to grow their leadership potential, share their impact and inspire others. The contest celebrates students who are making an impact in tourism and an opportunity to…

The Government of Canada is creating up to 6,000 more Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) opportunities to help build a strong Canadian economy and secure good jobs for youth. While CSJ was on track to create 70,000 jobs for youth this summer, On June 6, the government announced up to 6,000 more Canada Summer Jobs opportunities.…

Destination Canada’s RVC international tourism event took over downtown Winnipeg May 27- 30th. During the four-day event, an estimated 1,500 people attended from across Canada and the world. The best of Manitoba was showcased with one-on-one meetings and familiarization tours. RVC was expected to generate $4.6 million in local revenue during the event, plus millions…

Travel and tourism in Canada resulted in $341 million in direct visitor spending per day in 2023 ($124.4 billion annually in 2023). Learn more from the Tourism Data Collective in their 2023 report on travel and tourism’s impact on the Canadian economy and Destination Canada’s return on investment.

Award nominations are open for the Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC) annual awards. Nominate yourself, people and organizations in Canada for one or more award categories. Applications close September 11, 2025.

The Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC) recently launched the READI™ program. The READI™ program is designed to support the growth and resilience of Canada’s tourism industry. It provides tools, resources, and support to tourism operators and stakeholders to help them navigate the challenges and opportunities in a post-pandemic landscape. READI™ (Reach, Engage, Activate, Develop,…

Congratulations to all winners and finalists in the Travel Manitoba / Tourism Winnipeg Awards in April! We have so many incredible tourism experiences here in Manitoba, and it was exciting to celebrate our industry.

This August 28-September 1, A Taste of Manitoba returns! The Manitoba Restaurant and Foodservices Association is bringing the beloved event to Fort Gibraltar.  Restaurants are invited to register and sponsorship opportunities are also available.

The recent completion of Perimeter Aviation’s $20 million passenger terminal not only triples the size of its former space, but adds crucial modern infrastructure for enhanced travel to the North. The Manitoba government is investing $1.65 million to upgrade and expand the Virden Regional Airport. The improvements will give the airport a major boost in…

Eight Manitoba arts organizations are receiving $6.5 million in funding through the federal government’s Prairie Performing Arts Initiative. An additional $1.5 million in funding from the federal government was also recently announced for three projects that will benefit Manitoba’s francophone communities. Also, the Government of Canada’s Indigenous Tourism Fund’s Micro and Small Business Stream provided…

Budget 2025 will build on the current investment of $13.9 million to Travel Manitoba with an additional $4.5 million in funding. This increase will support initiatives to encourage Manitobans to travel within the province, attract more out-of-province visitors, and enhance the growth of Indigenous tourism. These efforts will result in a positive economic return on…

In light of the escalating trade tensions between Canada and the United States, the Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC) shared a guide on the actions you can take to advocate and fight against the implementation of tariffs. The How You Can Help Tariffs Tourism Guide includes many actions and ideas, including: It also includes…

The Government of Canada’s Indigenous Tourism Fund’s Micro and Small Business Stream has provided $3.3 million for 136 Indigenous tourism businesses as part of their fourth (and final) round of funding. Three Manitoba businesses are receiving funding.

On February 21, the Honourable Terry Duguid, Minister for PrairiesCan announced a federal investment of over $1.85 million to support nine projects that showcase the growing potential of world-class tourism experiences and cultural initiatives that drive economic growth across Manitoba.  TIAM is grateful to receive $125,000 to support export readiness activities for tourism operators in…

TIAC (Tourism Industry Association of Canada) members are invited to apply to be a judge for the 2025 Canadian Tourism Awards where your insights and expertise will play a vital role in shining a light on the innovation and dedication driving our industry forward. Learn more here.

Churchill tourism, the Blueberry Inn and Churchill Wild were all featured in a recent Winnipeg Free Press article. Congratulations to TIAM Board members Jackie Storry (Churchill Wild) and John Gunter (Frontiers North Adventures) who were both featured in the write-up.

The Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC) is seeking Program Advisory Committee members and Presenters for the Tourism Congress 2025. Learn more about these opportunities. Save the date! TIAC Tourism CongressNovember 18-20, 2025Gatineau, QC.

The Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC) is looking for stories from the tourism industry! They know that every day, you create extraordinary experiences that transform your region into a beloved destination.  They’re launching an exciting new campaign to spotlight the passionate individuals like you who make our tourism industry special – and TIAC want…