Join us on Wednesday November 2 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.

We look forward to welcoming you back to the OH! Tourism Summit & AGM!  

As we continue to recover from the pandemic, OHTO is committed to a responsible tourism approach based on the principles of inclusivity, sustainability, and community alignment.  We are applying this approach to not only our development of the destination, but also our interactions with our tourism industry.

Stemming from these principles of responsible tourism, OHTO is excited to host the Summit in a hybrid format, giving members more flexibility to attend either virtually, or at 1 of 5 Summit Streaming Sites throughout the region.

This model will give our tourism community more opportunity to reconnect with fellow tourism operators as well as OHTO staff and board members, while learning more about OHTO’s path to managing tourism growth across the region and rebuilding a resilient future for our communities.  

Through this hybrid approach, we will lessen our impact on the environment by limiting the distance one has to travel with the accessible Summit Streaming Sites, while making the event accessible to all attend through the virtual format.

Summit Highlights

We are making the Summit more inclusive for all tourism operators to attend, with 5 accessible Summit Streaming Sites or by virtual conference

Whether you join us in-person or from the comfort of your home, you will have the same excellent opportunities to connect and network with tourism operators, learn from your peers and industry experts, and enjoy interactive experiences. Get the scoop on highlights from this past year and learn about OHTO’s current programs and activities, including our continued commitment towards sustainable tourism.

All those in attendance, both virtually or in-person will have a chance to win prizes from amazing local businesses. Think tasty treats and handmade goods!

Sustainable tourism is a theme at this year’s conference, an approach to tourism that aims at balance prosperity and preservation.  Learn from keynote speaker, Dr. Kelsey Johansen, a leader in sustainable recreation and tourism, along with a panel of thought-leaders and trail-blazers in tourism, featuring:

Tourism operators will receive first-hand knowledge of OHTO’s journey to becoming a leader in sustainable tourism.

Summit Streaming Sites

Looking to regroup with your fellow tourism operators? Join the fun at one of our five Summit Streaming Sites!  Along with an OHTO representative, watch the conference on a big screen and get those person-to-person networking opportunities that we have all missed so much.

In-person attendance at any of our Summit Streaming Sites is $10 per ticket for non-members and $5 per ticket for members. To become a member please sign up here.  Guests will be treated to light refreshments, a charcuterie spread and a thank you gift. 

RSVP here to attend from one of our Summit Streaming Sites!

 

Virtual Summit

Offering accessibility to our tourism industry and supporting the hybrid model, OHTO will also host a virtual Summit as an option for attending.  Virtual attendees will have the same Summit experience from the comfort of their home. Guests who choose to attend virtually will also receive a thank you gift. 

Once registered, information and sign-in link will be distributed directly to your inbox.

 

Annual General Meeting

Have your say during the Annual General Meeting and hear from your Board of Directors and OHTO staff.  Share your vote and have your voice heard!

Please be advised that only OHTO members will be eligible to vote and/or pass motions during the Annual General Meeting and only one person per organization will be able to vote.

Not sure if you are a member? If you're receiving our monthly Highlands Highlights newsletter, then you're already an OHTO member and will be able to vote during the Annual General Meeting portion of the conference. If you are not a member and wish to become one, please sign up to become a member here. Membership is free.

Join Us!

Register here for the annual OH! Tourism Summit & AGM!  Please keep an eye on your inbox for updates about the Summit as they become available. 

The deadline to register is October 8, 2022.

Questions?  Feel free to contact Elle MacQueen directly at elle.macqueen@ohto.ca.

We look forward to seeing you there!