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.ASSOCIATION NEWS
Marketplace Appointment Schedules Released October 25th
OMCA
Now that delegates have had their chance to submit requests for appointments with their preferred companies, our sophisticated algorithm is generating individual schedules for each appointment-taking delegate! Once generated, these schedules will be analyzed and reviewed by the amazing techies at TEAM Event Management and will be made available through your MyOMCA Portal on October 25th.
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Marketplace Seller Orientations now have an Online Option
OMCA
Whether you are a first-time attendee learning the ropes or a seasoned Marketplace attendee looking to clear the brain fog, we are offering you orientation sessions online prior to the Niagara Falls event in addition to the on-site orientation. OMCA supplier council members will lead you through what to expect at Marketplace and how to make the most of your participation!
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Be the talk of the town with an amazing Silent Auction donation
OMCA
Anyone who has attended our Marketplace event in the past will remember the rows of tables with amazing prize donations from our members. This year, we are keeping the tables in storage and bringing these prize displays into the palm of your hand by hosting the auction 100% online! This opens up the bidding participation to all OMCA members and not just those attending Marketplace in person, which increases our fundraising capabilities and helps all members with their Holiday shopping.
For prize donors, this expands visibility and exposure beyond the event and to the entire membership!
Prize donations can include:
- High-value gifts (electronics, luggage, jewelry, etc.)
- Vacation Packages (use local partners to create a getaway package members will compete for)
- Group tickets to boost operators’ 2023 itinerary
- Gift-basket of eye-catching items from your retail stores
Ready to donate? CLICK HERE to fill out our online donor form.
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Promoted By
Kentucky Department of Tourism
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Promoted By
Visit Cheyenne.
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.INDUSTRY NEWS
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Travel 180 feet beneath the historic Niagara Parks Power Station to explore the 2,200-foot-long tunnel that leads to the edge of the Niagara River. Make your way to an observation deck where you’ll get a never-before-seen view of the magnificent Niagara Falls!
Book your group tour with us today: groups@niagaraparks.com
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GO Transit bus drivers, station attendants set to strike Oct. 31: Union
CityNews
GO Transit bus drivers, station attendants, safety officers and maintenance workers could walk off the job as of the end of the month.
The Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 1587, which represents 2,200 GO workers, said if a deal is not reached its members will be on strike at 12:01 a.m. on October 31.
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After conservation efforts reintroduced Saskatchewan bison to their traditional lands in 2019, they helped archaeologists uncover 1,000-year-old petroglyphs and the tool used to carve them.
This historic find uncovers a new chapter in the story of the Northern Plains Indigenous People who have gathered on this land for over 6,000 years.
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Tourism funding gives boost to Uxbridge small business
DurhamRegion.com
New tourism funding is helping Uxbridge’s Chico Racing amp up its 24 Hours of Summer Solstice event.
Pickering-Uxbridge MP Jennifer O’Connell was on hand at Elgin Park on Oct. 14 to announce $65,000 in funding for Uxbridge-based Chico Racing, which promotes Ontario mountain bike events, riding and trail development.
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Tourism Montreal says summer traffic shows COVID-19 slump over
CTV News
The tourism promotion organization Tourism Montreal says the slump in the industry caused by the COVID-19 crisis is over.
The latest statistics reported by Tourism Montreal recently confirmed that the city welcomed 80 per cent of the number of visitors that arrived during the same period in 2019.
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Kick off the Andouille Festival Oct. 14-16 along the Andouille Trail in Louisiana’s River Parishes. Out here, makers put their own stamp on seasonings for this local delicacy, ensuring the finished product is as distinct as the smokehouse where it’s made. While you’re here, discover eye-opening architecture and exciting outdoor experiences.
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Electric or bust: A snapshot of recent EV and battery announcements
CityNews
In the last 19 months, 10 new investments in critical mineral mining, battery and electric vehicle production have been announced in Ontario and Quebec. Canada has development agreements with two of Germany's biggest automakers who don't have a presence in Canada beyond dealerships.
Here's a snapshot of those plans.
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Technology can make Northern roads safer, slower: Report
Northern Ontario Business
Technology can be used to make Northern Ontario roads safer with such things as sensors that will automatically create a lower speed limit if the roads are too snowy or ice-covered.
Using the technology can reduce crashes and save lives, according to a detailed report published by the Northern Policy Institute (NPI), — Smart Solutions for Northern Roads authored by William Dunstan.
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Better integrated transit services can't come soon enough for these GTA commuters
CBC News
Aria Bakhtiarizadeh's daily commute to Humber College's Etobicoke campus is a bit like playing hopscotch.
The first-year student gets on a York Region Transit (YRT) bus in Richmond Hill, then hops on a separate YRT or GO Transit bus that takes him to Bramalea terminal in Brampton. From there, it's on to a third bus, this time operated by Brampton Transit. Some days, he goes part of the way on Toronto's TTC.
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Local parks, businesses receive boost from Ottawa Tourism grants
The Review
Parks in Hawkesbury and tourism in Vankleek Hill are getting a boost from grants provided by Ottawa Tourism — including more than a dozen in the Prescott-Russell region.
On October 6, Ottawa Tourism announced support for 55 tourism businesses and organizations in Ottawa and the Prescott-Russell region to help recover from the COVID-19 pandemic and prepare for future growth.
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Broadway, to Radio City Music Hall and around the World – FPP is Where Special Happens!”
Inquire about Monday Afternoon New Horizons Senior Programs.
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Program offers support to 2SLGBTQ+ entrepreneurs and organizations to 'spark' new tourism ideas in Southern Ontario
Cision via Tourism Innovation Lab
Canada's LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC) and the Tourism Innovation Lab are proud to announce the launch of a 2SLGBTQ+ "Spark" Mentorships & Grants Program in Southern Ontario.
The organizations are looking to spark new 2SLGBTQ+ led tourism ideas that will enhance Southern Ontario's current tourism offerings, create high-quality tourism experiences, address gaps in tourism products and services, motivate longer stays and repeat visits, and increase year-round visits and tourism spending. Through this work, they aspire to make the tourism sector more diverse, equitable and inclusive.
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North of Boston has it all just a short drive from Boston’s Logan International Airport. Miles of breathtaking coastline, sandy beaches, acclaimed restaurants, witches, pirates, literature, historic architecture, and a vibrant arts & culture scene combine to make the perfect destination for your group. Plan your next group tour today!
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With world-class art galleries, artisanal coffee shops, and bustling boutiques, Yorkville is an iconic village in the heart of downtown Toronto. It’s also home to ROM—one of the world’s great museums, with a collection of 13 million artworks, artifacts, and specimens. Bring your group to Yorkville for a day of food, fashion, and culture, including a guided tour of the Museum!
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Obey the rules, Thunder Bay police warn amid surge in motorists illegally passing stopped school buses
CBC News
Thunder Bay police are urging drivers to obey the rules of the road after seeing a surge in the number of motorists illegally passing stopped school buses.
There have been 212 incidents of motorists illegally passing a stopped school bus with its lights flashing and stop arm extended, since the beginning of September. That's about a third of the 658 incidents reported all of last year, said Craig Murphy, consortium manager with Student Transportation Services of Thunder Bay.
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