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Thursday, February 18, 2021
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This week, The Association of Canadian Independent Travel Advisors had its first one-on-one Zoom with a Canadian senator, Senator Robert Black, marking another win in the group’s fight for commission protections.
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Visit Florida has returned to Canada with a docu-series called “Wanderlust: Florida," airing on The Weather Network. But after nearly one year of the coronavirus crisis, what is Florida's vision for Canada, really? PAX connects with Dana Young, President & CEO of Visit Florida, to learn more.
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WestJet will temporarily suspend operations to St. John's, N.L., London, ON, and Lloydminster and Medicine Hat, Alta., as of March 19, until June 24, 2021.
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The Association of Canadian Travel Agencies (ACTA) reports that it has been in several meetings with the Ministry of Finance to determine a framework for consumers, travel agents and airlines in establishing aid for the airline sector.
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Sunwing is helping customers plan their next vacation with an early booking bonus on future vacation packages during the tour operator’s Freedom 21/22 Sale.
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WestJet has hired its first Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Tammy McKnight, who will be responsible for assisting WestJet in developing and implementing initiatives relating to the health and well-being of WestJetters and guests.
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Even with Transport Canada's new measures that will prohibit cruise ships with over 100 passengers from operating in Canadian waters, St. Lawrence Cruise Lines is still moving ahead with a 2021 season using small ships.
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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
The Canadian government has extended its 14-day quarantine order for international arrivals to April 21, 2021, according to Orders in Council information posted to the government’s website on Feb. 14.
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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) says that it is "critical" that the Canadian government take a progressive approach in reconnecting the country to the world following Canada's decision to strengthen travel restrictions.
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Let’s Get Uncomfortable, a group dedicated to providing safe spaces for travel professionals to have difficult conversations about race, is back with another virtual event on Feb. 23 that explores anti-racism in destinations across South Eastern Ontario.
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