DISCOVER 

Expert-led sessions on sustainability, workforce resilience, and market trends

Hands-on learning to move from strategy to action

Access to industry insights aligned with Ontario’s Tourism Strategy

 CONNECT 

Meet hundreds of industry professionals from Ontario & beyond

Connect with sector leaders and stakeholders looking to collaborate

Identify shared priorities and start building impactful initiatives

 TAKE ACTION

Hear from visionary speakers leading the future of tourism, hospitality and related industries

Learn actionable strategies to strengthen your projects

Leave with ideas you can apply

ISABEL HILL
Travel and Tourism Office at U.S Department of Commerce

Elbows Up - Arms Wide Open - Insight Into Our Neighbour To The South

PETER ODLE
Founder, Urban Guide and Urban Expeditions 

Digital Cultural Learning

Explore how storytelling, mapping, and gamification combine to build deeper connections with urban culture at OTS25!

Peter Odle, creator of The Urban Guide, a platform using self-guided digital city tours and interactive games to reconnect people to shifting urban landscapes, will unpack how immersive digital experiences can amplify cultural awareness, local heritage, and visitor engagement.

DUG STEVENSON
Bay of Quinte Regional Marketing Board

Putting The Altruism In Tourism

Tourism thrives when communities thrive. In this OTS25 session, perfect for leaders looking to align business goals with community well-being, Dug Stevenson will explore how altruism can build lasting trust, pride, and success through knowledge sharing, financial investment, and community involvement. 

DAN LAVERDURE
Town of Kirkland Lake

BERTHA CORMIER
Keepers of the Circle

Power of Local Partnerships For Sustainable Growth

Discover how collaboration between municipalities and Indigenous communities can drive sustainable tourism and economic growth. Dan Laverdure and Bertha Cormier share strategies for building strong partnerships that benefit local economies and cultural heritage.

MELANIE ROBERT
Head, Brand and Marketing, FIFA World Cup 2026

FIFA World Cup 26TM – Welcoming the World to Canada 

The FIFA World Cup 26TM is coming to Toronto and Vancouver in less than a year’s time. This is a huge opportunity for Toronto, Ontario and Canada. With international interest from around the globe, Toronto is of high interest to international travellers. This session explores the path to the FWC26, expected economic impact from the tournament, the potential for domestic and international travellers and community engagement.

ADAM VAUGHAN
Senior Advisor, Therme Group

Therme Spa at Ontario Place - A Model for Wellness, Reconciliation, and Inclusive Tourism

This session will explore how the Therme Spa aligns with Ontario’s tourism priorities—creating inclusive visitor experiences, advancing reconciliation, revitalizing cultural assets, and building sustainable, year-round infrastructure. Join Adam Vaughan and moderator Andrew Siegwart at OTS25 to examine how this project will strengthen Ontario’s global tourism appeal and drive long-term community and economic benefits.

JUSTIN CUMBY
Initiative Media Agency

LAUCHLAN ROGERS
Destination Ontario

Media Metrics: Understanding Impact in a Landscape of AI Influence

In a world where AI is reshaping how content is created and consumed, are you measuring what really matters?

Join Justin Cumby and Lauchlan Rogers at OTS25 as they unpack evolving media metrics and share practical ways to evaluate reach, engagement, and ROI in today’s fast-moving media landscape.

DIONNE BISHOP
CEO and Event Strategist, Events by Dionne

Networking | Resources |Opportunities In Working With Black Tourism Entrepreneurs

As a Founding member of the Future of Black Tourism and an industry leader, Dionne represents Ontario as a viable region to develop a stronger Black Tourism eco-system between Canada and the United States. She has worked alongside Tourism Innovation Lab in the development of the OSW Black Tourism “Spark” Program in the capacity of Mentor and Judge and continues to drive initiatives for Black Tourism in the Province. Dionne is Secretary of the Board for the Tourism Industry Association of Ontario (TIAO) and now serves as the Co-Chair of the DEIA Committee.

REBECCA GODFREY
Senior VP, CBRE Canada

Investment Opportunities: Ontario Attractions Gap Analysis

The Ontario Tourism Asset and Support Infrastructure Gap Analysis Study is part of TIAO’s efforts to position the tourism sector as a key solution to Ontario’s economic challenges. CBRE has done extensive research to identify the links between product development and investment attraction in the tourism sector. Get a sneak peek at the mapping exercise highlighting existing attractions and support infrastructure, to visualize where tourism stakeholders can work together to advocate for new investment. 

KELLY HAUSSLER
Ottawa Tourism

Sustainable Solutions: Ottawa’s Pilot Carbon Calculator Program and the Future of Eco-Measurement for Tourism in Ontario

To meet the evolving needs and wants of Ontario’s tourism market segments, Ottawa Tourism and TIAO collaborated early this year on a pilot program to measure the carbon footprint of tourism businesses. Partnering with GreenStep and their EcoBase software, data from participating tourism businesses is measured to determine their collective impact on the destination. Now, almost 6 months in, understand learnings, opportunities, of this program for consideration in your own community.

JASPREET SANDHU
Ontario Arts Council

SARAH FOX
Visit the County

JANNA SMITH
County Arts

Developing A Global Attraction In Rural Ontario With Your Municipalities

MAMA BEAR GEMS 

In the midst of the pandemic, Jane stumbled upon the soothing art of jewelry-making. It started as a therapeutic hobby and pastime with her two daughters.

ARTY CHICK TEXTILES 

Lori has been creating with textiles since graduating from Fashion Design in 1984.

She creates hand painted textiles and then sews them into functional art. 

PASTE N' PAPER

A small artisan shop that specializes in hand bound journals, cut paper art pieces & handmade goods.

VANIER MUSEOPARK

Nestled in a 17.5-acre urban forest park in the heart of the nation’s capital, the Vanier Sugar Shack passionately perpetuates the tradition of maple syrup-making. This know-how, rooted in the Vanier neighbourhood since 1939.

MADE ON AVENUE T

Avenue T is named after a street in Ottawa, Ontario where her grandmother lived for over six decades. Now, a small Ottawa business run by Grace, Made on Avenue T is the perfect custom gift for any occasion.

TUBBY TABBY SOAPS

Queer-owned business that makes the best handmade soap in Ottawa! Giftable, colourful & gender-neutral soaps for all.

CROCHET CUSTOMS

Full time crochet business owner creating fun plushies and patterns.

HAICO'S HOT SAUCE

Hot sauce with flavour. Haico's Hot Sauce grow Carolina Reapers, Scorpion and Ghost Peppers in our backyard in Ottawa.

KATHLEEN KOT 

Kathleen is a Mixed Media - Acrylic - Maple Leaf - Laser cuts local artist.

THE HEART OF THE WILLOW

At the heart of their farm is a respect for nature, animals, and craftsmanship. They believe the finest fibre comes from well-loved animals, which is why they use low-stress, natural farming that supports both their herd and the land.

DANIEL LEE

Born and raised in China and studying at Dafen Art School, Daniel Lee hand carves real maple leafs.

DISCRAFTY MOM

Andrea turned to crafting in 2020, and hasn't looked back. She loves creating things for others.

HUMBLE CRAFTS

Handmade beaded earrings, necklaces, and bracelets for every occasion.

KOKUMOON

Jewelry inspired by the moon, earth, and water. Crafted with pearls, shells, gemstones, and locally sourced natural materials.