Come Wander with Ontario’s Highlands Tourism Organization

It’s no secret to anyone who lives, works, or has ever stepped foot in Ontario’s Highlands that this region is an incredible place to visit. Many of us believe this region to be one of the best kept secrets in the province and are eager to shout from the rooftops and promote everything we have to offer.

Ontario’s Highlands Tourism Organization (OHTO) collaborates with our partners in tourism to unite our industry, stay ahead of the curve with our best consumers and build momentum for becoming the most talked about region in Ontario.

If you are involved in the tourism industry in the Ontario’s Highlands region, you are eligible for OHTO membership (and it’s free!). Learn about the benefits of membership and come wander with us!

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May 29, 2023

Show Your Pride: Become Rainbow Registered and Support Inclusivity in Ontario's Highlands

If you have been wondering how you can support the 2SLGBTQI+ community, we have good news. 

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May 25, 2023

Pursuing Rainbow Certification at Limerick Lake Lodge in Hastings County

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Apr 12, 2023

New Haliburton Bike Share project supports cycle tourism

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Apr 6, 2023

Get Ready to Welcome Cyclists

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Mar 23, 2023

Let’s change the world: Greenstep program assists businesses with their sustainability journey

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“As an OHTO member, I was eligible for financial support through the TRIP - Skills Development funding program. As a new business, this helped immensely with the support that I wouldn’t otherwise have afforded at this stage of development. This has resulted in feeling more confident, organized, and professional moving into the year ahead and having a clear understanding of where to focus my time and attention in order to be successful in my business endeavours.”

Courtney, OHTO Member
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Wander Sustainably with OHTO

At OHTO, we work with our partners in tourism to support a responsible tourism approach that will actively engage our thriving industry and build a stronger, resilient future for our communities.

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An OHTO Success Story

Featuring member and regional success stories in Ontario's Highlands.

New Haliburton Bike Share project supports cycle tourism

A new bikeshare project initiated by the Haliburton Rotary Club is getting people moving on bikes while supporting cycle tourism in the Haliburton region. Launched in summer 2022, to date the bikeshare program has exceeded expectations.

Haliburton Rotary Club Project Administrators, Mike Landry and Irv Handler, explained starting the bike share program was one of the Rotary Club’s annual fundraising projects to support the community.

“Last year, the board decided we would start a bike share,” said Handler. "We have a lot of active bikers in the Rotary Club, and we thought this was a really good idea to give back to the community."

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Be the first to hear of tourism related news and opportunities, vote at the annual AGM, and benefit from partnerships and connections with other operators in the region. Plus, it's free to join!

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