Ontario’s tourism industry is fighting to secure a stable foundation in 2025.
Earlier this month the Tourism Industry Association of Ontario (TIAO) launched its annual year-end event in Toronto, with the intent to diagnose and remedy issues within provincial tourism infrastructure.
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, Ontario’s tourism economy has struggled to return to its normal pace.
As a result, the TIAO fears that if federal officials do not implement the required amendments, the industry will collapse via underfunding and continuous wear and tear.
“One of the biggest challenges we have seen in Ontario over the last year is the concern that there hasn’t been enough consultation at a federal level,” Andrew Siegwart, CEO of the TIAO told INsauga.com.
As a result, Siegwart is trying to geat policymaking eyes on areas that need immediate repair, which include:
- Investment incentives that enable domestic and international attraction.
- Competitive event bids to help Ontario destinations secure more business.
- Support of Municipal Accommodation Tax regulation.
- Domestic …