Forward Motion Webinar

Forward Motion

TIAO is encouraging FORWARD MOTION to ensure we are providing our members and stakeholders with the most current and relevant resources to allow them to be successful at the pace at which they are ready.

FORWARD MOTION is the title of our stakeholder call series. These will be scheduled on an as-needed basis, featuring presentations from industry experts on a specific topic, event, opportunity, or service, ranging from cyber security to opportunities that you may want to be involved in to make your business succeed.

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Past Sessions & Resources

What Bill C-59 Means for Tourism & Sustainability

On June 20, 2025, Bill C-59 comes into force, changing how Canadian businesses communicate sustainability and cracking down on greenwashing. Join William Hogg of GreenStep Solutions to learn what this means for Ontario’s tourism sector. Discover how the legislation may affect your sustainability messaging.

Budget 2025: How It Impacts Tourism

Join us for an in-depth look at the 2025 Budget and what it means for Ontario’s tourism industry. Andrew Siegwart, President & CEO of TIAO, will break down the key highlights and policy changes that impact tourism operators, DMOs, and industry stakeholders across the province.

CBSA Preparing Customers for Smooth Border Crossings Inter-Provincial | USA | International

Exclusive conversation with experts from the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) as we explore key insights on cross-border travel. This session will cover what tourism operators need to know to help customers navigate border crossings—whether traveling inter-provincially, to the U.S., or internationally.

Understanding & Navigating U.S. Tariffs Potential Impacts on Tourism in Ontario

An Informal Discussion on the U.S.-Canada Trade Situation and Its Implications for Ontario’s Tourism Industry. Join TIAO for an update on what we’ve learned so far, the latest developments, and the ongoing work. We’re eager to hear your feedback, answer your questions, and discuss how we can navigate these challenges together.

An Introduction to the AODA and Compliance Requirements

Organizations in Ontario have legal requirements that they must meet to comply with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). This session will help you understand what your organization is expected to do to comply, provide you with tools to help your organization meet compliance requirements, and let you know what happens in cases of noncompliance. Y

Group Strategies: Powered by OMCA and Motor Coach Canada

OMCA is launching ‘Group Strategies’ - a consulting arm of the association that can assist you in building customized destination development group strategies and targeted plans to bring more group sales to your destination. It can also help you with tracking economic impact, industry training, research, and developing tools to help make your destination group-oriented and friendly.

Security in Destination Development: What to Consider

We learned key considerations for security planning, risk management, and successful initiatives. Take advantage of this opportunity to learn best practices for ensuring the safety and resilience of your destination, fostering sustainable growth in tourism development.

10 Things You Can Do to Make Your Business Accessible

What does it mean to make a business accessible? How do you do it? Are the considerations for staff and patrons different or do they overlap? This workshop addressed all of these questions and more.

Regenerative Approach to Tourism in Canada

Learn more about the future of tourism, wealth and well-being for Canada, and regenerative approaches that can offer a new lens on the role of the tourism sector with Destination Canada.

Building A Seasonal Workforce

Learn why—and how—to hire international talent. This webinar includes practical tips, useful resources, clear benefits, and success stories from businesses just like yours that hired internationally trained workers.

Building A Team That Stays

Learn the top three HR problems facing our industry, seven practical steps you can take today to create a workplace that attracts and retains talent—and why investing in people is good for business.

How Much Should I Pay?

Figuring out compensation is a balancing act. The question of what to pay always weighs heavily on tourism operators, particularly in today's tight labour market. Is it all about dollars and cents? Or are there ways that you can re-imagine your total compensation package that will keep you competitive.

Attracting, Building, and Retaining an Indigenous Workforce

Unlock the full potential of Indigenous talent in your workplace through collaboration. Explore the keys to success in Ontario's Indigenous tourism landscape, focusing on holistic approaches, authenticity, reconciliation, and mentorship.

A Blended Workforce

Learn how to rethink your recruitment strategies, restructure how your teams work together, and re-imagine the products that you offer.