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OMCA
The continued, and increasingly fast, spread of the COVID-19 virus is having a dramatic impact on the world economy. While the situation is constantly evolving and although many areas remain unaffected, it is now abundantly clear that global tourism is being increasingly impacted and the situation is likely to get worse before it gets better. Those of us in the tourism industry need to be equipped to deal with both the real and perceived dangers posed by a potential pandemic.
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OMCA
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recently held a joint call to address industry stakeholders regarding the current state of the coronavirus.
CISA has issued recommendations to industry with an aim to mitigate impact to business and enable operations to continue as much as possible.
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OMCA
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) is currently consulting with industry regarding several key changes to Canadian labour provisions. Two of these considerations pose major challenges for the motor coach sector;
- 96 hour advance work schedule
- 24 notice of changes to work schedule
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OMCA
Registration for OMCA Marketplace 2020 will open on Wednesday, March 18.
This year's exciting Marketplace will be happening November 8-11 in beautiful Niagara Falls, ON, Canada. Details can be found at www.omca.com/event/marketplace.
We look forward to seeing new and returning faces this fall, so be sure to mark the date!
CBC News
Two major Canadian travel insurance providers — Manulife and TuGo — will no longer cover new customers who need to cancel their trips due to the coronavirus outbreak.
Travellers with regular trip cancellation insurance typically have been able to get reimbursed if, after booking their trip, Ottawa issued a coronavirus-related advisory to avoid non-essential travel to their destination.
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The City of Port Colborne is a community steeped in marine heritage. With a generous climate, ample beach front, and cultural attractions, Port Colborne is an ideal holiday destination. Add to this to our historic shopping districts, variety of restaurants, location, selection of natural attractions and recreation facilities, and Port Colborne is a unique holiday destination.
Check out the 2019/2020 Port Colborne Visitor's Guide!
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Transport Canada’s ELD weblink is now live. The focus of this initial launch is on general ELD information, the accreditation process for certification bodies and what ELD manufacturers / suppliers need to know at this stage. The next phase launch will include information for motor carriers, drivers, enforcement and generally people involved in cross-border transportation. The tables with the registry of accredited certification bodies and listing of certified ELDs are there as place markers for now and will be populated as information becomes available.
English site: https://www.tc.gc.ca/en/services/road/electronic-logging-devices.html
French site: https://www.tc.gc.ca/fr/services/routier/dispositifs-consignation-electronique.html
Winnipeg Sun
Driver-less vehicles could becoming to a highway near you.
Infrastructure Minister Ron Schuler presented Bill 23, The Vehicle Technology Testing Act, for first reading on the first day of the spring session at the Manitoba Legislature. If passed it would allow for the testing of autonomous vehicles in Manitoba under a technology testing permit.
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From September to May, experience symphonic music in the heart of Niagara with the Niagara Symphony Orchestra. Conveniently located along the Wine Route in downtown St. Catharines, the NSO presents 20 concerts at the FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre including masterworks, pops, rock, and more!
Explore Concerts and Group Rates Now!
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Toronto Sun
As the coronavirus continues to spread globally, travellers continue to cancel their plans.
“The tendency is to cancel, people are a bit scared,” Maurizio Magnifico, manager of Toronto based St. Clair Travel Agency, told The Toronto Sun.
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By Bambi Majumdar
China is essential to the global economy, and with the coronavirus bringing the country to a grinding halt, the travel industry is feeling the repercussions. The SARS epidemic in 2002-03 and the swine flu crisis in 2009 made some impacts on global tourism, but nothing like the coronavirus. Since those years, the Chinese economy has grown and established more global connections. The International Monetary Fund estimated in 2019 that China alone accounted for 39 per cent of global economic expansion.
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CTV News
Many communities across the province are facing a shortage of school bus drivers and Sudbury is no exception.
Right now, drivers are being brought in from other communities to help get students safely to school.
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National Observer
Canada's tourism industry is bracing for the impact of the novel coronavirus on the number of foreign visitors this summer travel season.
Some people in the industry are already seeing a change in the number of people coming from overseas, particularly from China — the second-largest long-haul market for Canada-bound tourists and where the outbreak began.
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Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada - in the heart of downtown Toronto next to the CN Tower. Immerse yourself in a world of 20,000 aquatic animals and discover your own underwater adventure featuring North America’s longest underwater viewing tunnel. Open 365 from 9:00am - 11:00pm. Ripley’s Aquarium is fully accessible.
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From May through August, the University opens its residences to tour groups, conference guests, sports teams, and vacationers visiting the region. Conveniently located downtown and within walking distance of major attractions, the residences allow you to enjoy your stay in Canada’s capital with ease.
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CBC News
Bus passengers travelling between White River, Hornepayne and Hearst can expect a smaller ride to take them between the three communities.
Ontario Northland (ONTC) is looking for a private company to take over the run, servicing the route with an eight passenger vehicle. ONTC said the shuttle provider may also use more than one vehicle to accommodate passengers.
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CBC News
The Raptors, tech conferences and Toronto's growing number of attractions are a few of the things that contributed to a record number of visitors to the city in 2019, according to Tourism Toronto.
The city's marketing organization estimates 28 million people visited Toronto in 2019, spending a record $6.7 billion — $200 million more than in 2018.
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Cision
Transportation is the second largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in Canada. To build a better future, we need to make green transportation more affordable for everyone in Quebec and across the country.
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, recently visited Saint-Jérôme to meet with workers at The Lion Electric Co., a zero-emission bus and urban truck manufacturer.
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SooToday
As COVID-19 infection anxiety prompts travel and event cancellations worldwide, local officials are adjusting their tourism marketing efforts to focus more on the U.S. midwest, less on international travellers.
Jennifer King-Callon, manager of travel and tourism with the City of Sault Ste. Marie, says her market intelligence sources at Great Lakes Cruising Coalition have so far not hinted any of the 15 ship visits expected here in 2020 might be cancelled.
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With star studded concerts, all-suite luxury hotel, action packed gaming excitement, and fabulous food options Casino Rama Resort welcomes groups to enjoy it all. Fantastic offers and rates await your group at Casino Rama Resort - just North of Toronto, in Ontario Lake Country. Open 365 days - 24/7
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CBC News
Student Transportation Services in Thunder Bay has launched a Just Stop campaign in hopes of bringing awareness to the ongoing issue of drivers passing school buses while their stop arm is activated and flashing lights are on.
Craig Murphy, consortium manager at Student Transportation Services in Thunder Bay (STSTB), said it's a "serious issue" and one their bus drivers have tracking since November 1, 2019.
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Government of Ontario
Ontario is growing cultural tourism and creating jobs in communities across the province through support for local artists and culture events, benefitting residents and visitors alike.
Today, Lisa MacLeod, Minister of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries, was at Ballet Jörgen Canada to announce that Ontario is providing more than $462,000 to 11 organizations through the latest round of funding from the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund (OCAF). Grants range from $12,000 to $100,000.
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Global News
Some Canadian transit agencies are quietly taking steps to protect customers against the novel coronavirus that’s been sounding alarm bells around the world.
Several say they have stepped up efforts to clean vehicles and stations and switched to more aggressive anti-microbial cleansers as a precaution.
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