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OMCA
OMCA has launched an online members-only community for open discussion and mutual support from industry colleagues. We look forward to seeing the positive and creative discussions that can manifest as we all plan for what’s next.
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OMCA
OMCA wants to hear what you have done to overcome adversity during a time of social distancing, closures and travel bans. Are you helping repatriate citizens? Are you offering free accommodations to hospital workers? Are you creating interactive online events for your attraction? We want to feature you on our social media to demonstrate just how resilient our members and our industry are! Go to bit.ly/OMCAresilience to tell us your story.
CBC News
Finance Minister Bill Morneau announced Wednesday a plan to backstop much of the Canadian economy through wage subsidies to prop up struggling businesses — and the workers they employ — during the COVID-19 crisis.
The wage support program, called the Canada emergency wage subsidy (CEWS), is designed to discourage companies from laying off workers at a time when social and economic life has ground to a halt, crippling nearly every industry and pushing millions onto government income replacement programs.
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BMF, home of the National Academy Orchestra, offers wide programming with broad appeal including: classical, opera, pop, chamber, Broadway and rock. The Festival is renowned for its artistic excellence. BMF is one of four Hamilton Anchor Arts organizations and is now entering their 33rd year.
www.brottmusic.com 905-525-7664
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Skift
Destination marketing is in a seriously tough spot, as Skift has covered in recent weeks. A survey from MMGY Travel Intelligence and Destinations International found that 80 per cent of destination organizations surveyed in North America have reduced or postponed sales and marketing spending. But tourism promotion doesn't necessarily have to go totally dark now that most travel is grounded — and indeed, there's an argument that it shouldn't.
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Globe and Mail
Until the coronavirus crisis stuck, Air Canada had been on an unprecedented roll. In 2019, Canada’s flag carrier posted record revenues, record liquidity and a record stock price. Indeed, since emerging from court protection from its creditors in 2004, the Montreal-based carrier had gone from industry laggard to one of the world’s top performing airlines.
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Forbes
The losses to the U.S. tourism industry due to the coronavirus are snowballing — make that avalanching — by the day. To the point that the national non-profit organization representing all travel sectors estimates the economic fallout for the country will be seven times worse than 9/11.
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The Huffington Post
As we settle into a new month of life in the coronavirus pandemic, more and more details are emerging about the financial assistance available to Canadians impacted by the spread of COVID-19.
Last week, the federal government unveiled a huge financial relief package aimed at stimulating the economy and supporting Canadians who have been laid off because of the pandemic. A big feature of that package was the Canadian Emergency Response Benefit (CERB), a $2,000 monthly payment available to Canadian workers impacted by COVID-19 layoffs. It comes on top of existing programs like employment insurance (EI) and new benefits at the provincial level.
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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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WARC
COVID-19 has buffeted the tourism industry, which accounts for 4.25 per cent of GDP in the OECD economies. The overall cost to airlines has been estimated at $29 billion, according to the International Air Transport Association, while Confturismo-Confcommercio predicts that Italy will be €7.4 billion worse off in 2020.
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By Bambi Majumdar
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought life and business to a grinding halt. Among the hardest-hit sectors are travel and hospitality. As the virus spread rapidly across the world in February and March, millions scrambled to cancel their travel plans. Hotels and airlines were besieged by customer calls — all demanding cancellations and refunds. Things are going to be tough for some time in these industries, as approximately 15 million hospitality jobs in the U.S. have been affected.
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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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Truck News
Transport Canada has unveiled a series of recommendations to help commercial vehicle operators prevent the spread of COVID-19 — including a focus on proper handwashing techniques, social distancing, and detailed steps to clean vehicles before and after a trip.
The recommendations emerge in a recent document called Federal Safety Guidance to Protect Drivers and Limit the Spread of COVID-19 in Commercial Vehicle Operations.
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Travel Pulse
The federal government's announcement of help for small and medium-sized businesses was hailed by tourism officials as a great step forward.
The Canadian government is helping small to medium-sized businesses by covering 75 per cent of wages for qualifying companies during the COVID-19 crisis, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said recently.
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Skift
What ifs are a dangerous game in the current climate, with the constant stream of (mostly bad) news headlines rendering predictions impossible. Yet there will come a point where travel restrictions are lifted — which could be sooner than later going by one recent poll.
But let's play this game anyway. What if a breakthrough vaccine is suddenly announced?
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Hotel Association of Canada
We are pleased to share the Hotel Association of Canada's FAQ: Taking Care of Employees & Guests.
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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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Skift
Few travel companies are faring well in these crisis times. But while carrying on marketing efforts as normal is out of the question, going totally dark is also somewhat of a liability. When travel begins to recover, how does a brand ensure its customers will think of it first?
Event discovery technology company OccasionGenius has unexpectedly found itself helping some travel companies face that challenge in a data-informed and tonally appropriate way.
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NGT News
Momentum Dynamics and GreenPower Motor Co. have entered a three-year OEM agreement to develop and sell wirelessly charged, purpose-built all-electric transit vehicles.
The first vehicle to integrate Momentum Dynamics’ wireless charging will be GreenPower’s EV Star, a 25-foot mini-shuttle capable of transporting 19 passengers.
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The Weather Network
Ontario has declared a state of emergency to help slow the spread of COVID-19 and has ordered all non-essential businesses to be closed.
Schools, daycares, parks, and hiking trails are closed as well. That has had a major impact on traffic across the province, even during rush hour.
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