In this special episode of TIAO’s Forward Motion podcast, Andrew Siegwart sits down with Rebecca Mackenzie and Michael Crockatt, outgoing and incoming Chairs of TIAO’s Board of Directors, for an insightful conversation on leadership, legacy, and the road ahead for Ontario tourism.
They share their personal journeys into the industry, reflections on the newly launched Ontario Tourism Strategy, insights on where the sector stands as summer 2025 starts to wind down, and what’s next for Ontario’s visitor economy.
Tune in on your favorite podcast platform, or listen this episode at https://t.co/rktKKVOQvG
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Bravo! The @RVCFoundation dedicated a sugar maple tree at the @RideauValleyCA HQ to Dr. Jason Kelly. Jason was the Foundation chair for 11 years & raised $5.3 million for conservation efforts incl 15 new properties to protect wetlands, shorelines & forests @mcroc@jagdeepperhar
While we didn’t get to see the Red and White vie for hardware on home turf, Ottawa put on an amazing IIHF World Junior Championship this year! 🏒
The tournament helped showcase Ontario as a top-tier tourism destination and a premier host location for major international events.
It's the news we've been waiting for!
Tomorrow, Sunday Feb 18, a section of the #RideauCanal Skateway will open:
📍 between Pretoria and Bank
⌚ at 12 noon
🧊 conditions will be variable
See you on the ice! 🎉🧊🥶 #ottnews
This Saturday, September 30, marks the third #NationalDayForTruthandReconciliation, a day when Canadians recognize the experiences and history of Canada's First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people. This is a day to remember, reflect, and learn.
Local coffeehouse @Bridgehead has joined the #YOW family as the next concession to open in our new Centre Court! ☕️
We’re happy to have them offer a taste of Ottawa in the terminal!
#OttCity
Thank you His Excellency @AmbStephaneDion for meeting today to discuss the strong relationship between #Ottawa and #Paris that is bolstered by our new direct flight. Ce @AirFranceCA vol permet à nos entreprises, y compris le secteur cinématographique, à nos amis et à nos familles de communiquer plus facilement non seulement avec Paris, la France et l'Europe, mais aussi avec la Francophonie dans le monde entier. Thank you for your support of Ottawa and Canada, abroad.
Today's featured 30 Under 30 is Julia Thomson, Destination Development Specialist at @Ottawa_Tourism! In her role, Julia focuses on sustainability, workforce development, advocacy, and community. Learn more about Julia: https://t.co/nZXafPbkZi
Ottawa is celebrating the return of a long-held tradition now called Canada on the March, kicking off on June 28th. Joined by the Canadian Guard’s band, the Ceremonial Guards will march from Cartier Drill Hall to Parliament Hill. We’ve turned a corner Ottawa and I invite residents and visitors alike to #CanadaontheMarch. #MyOttawa
Ottawa célèbre le retour d'une tradition de longue date, désormais appelée Le Canada en Marche, qui débutera le 28 juin. Accompagnée de la fanfare de la Garde canadienne, la Garde de cérémonie marchera du Manège militaire Cartier jusqu'à la Colline du Parlement. Nous avons progressé à Ottawa et j'invite les résidents et les visiteurs à participer à #LeCanadaenMarche. #MonOttawa
Happy retirement @OttawaJantine Bonne retraite! What a great venue filled with amazing people and cold beer as we celebrate the one and only Jantine @Ottawa_Tourism#MyOttawa All the best with your next chapter my friend!
Au cœur du tourisme, il y a des souvenirs qui durent toute une vie.
Lors de la 1ère soirée des prix Brillons d’@TourismeOttawa, nous avons célébré les travailleurs qui concrétisent ces souvenirs.
Bravo aux lauréats et à tous pour le travail extraordinaire que vous faites!
Tourism at its heart provides us with memories that last a lifetime.
At @Ottawa_Tourism’s 1st annual Shine On Awards, we celebrated the front line workers that make those memories happen.
Congratulations to the award recipients & to everyone for the amazing work you do!
It’s great to celebrate the city’s tourism industry and recognize employees who help make Ottawa such a welcoming place at @Ottawa_Tourism’s Shine On Awards! #MyOttawa
Ce soir, nous célébrons l’excellence dans tous les domaines d’accueil de première ligne avec les prix Brillons!