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Filling The Labour Gaps The Key To A Thriving Tourism Industry In Canada

Filling The Labour Gaps The Key To A Thriving Tourism Industry In Canada jhammond@desti… Wed, 10/30/2024 - 15:35

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At a time when Canadian youth, newcomers, and members of underrepresented communities face record levels of unemployment, our sector is presented with a unique opportunity. We have a chance to transform our workforce, improve the quality of life of every Canadian, and make a positive impact that goes beyond an economic contribution. We must promote the rewarding and long-term career paths the tourism sector provides to attract and retain the next generation of Canada’s talented workforce.

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Tourism is, at its core, about people. It’s powered by the connections we make, the stories we share, and the experiences we create together. From the dedicated hospitality workers who welcome travellers with warmth, to the local artisans and guides who bring our culture to life, it’s the people behind the scenes who truly make tourism thrive. Every journey is enriched by the unique contributions of individuals who are passionate about showcasing their communities and welcoming visitors from around the world.

Employment in the tourism sector remains lower than it was before the pandemic. According to the most recent annual data, employment levels for several advanced career positions in tourism and hospitality are dramatically lower than in 2019. Air traffic controllers are down 33 per cent, executive housekeepers and hospitality workers are down 31 per cent, and for conference and event planners, employment is down 19 per cent.

At a time when Canadian youth, newcomers, and members of underrepresented communities face record levels of unemployment, our sector is presented with a unique opportunity. We have a chance to transform our workforce, improve the quality of life of every Canadian, and make a positive impact that goes beyond an economic contribution. We must promote the rewarding and long-term career paths the tourism sector provides to attract and retain the next generation of Canada’s talented workforce.

As an industry, we must plug the gaps that hamper productivity and threaten to damage Canada’s reputation as a tourism destination. Strategic public investment is required to promote tourism as a vocation and enhance its labour force with talent. This is best achieved through meaningful partnerships—not only within our sector but with the federal government. These partnerships will be the cornerstone of our industry’s success.

To this end, TIAC is working with Restaurants Canada, the Hotel Association of Canada, and Tourism HR Canada to call on the federal government to fund a national marketing campaign through a three-year, $5-million investment. This campaign promotes tourism as a career among young Canadians. It builds on the work that THRC has initiated with its Discover Tourism program, which provides valuable career planning, curriculum, and HR tools to job seekers, employers, and educators. The logic underpinning this program presupposes that today’s youth are unaware of the career possibilities the tourism industry presents and the satisfaction that comes from showcasing Canada to its visitors. Nascent workers, read about the Discover Tourism program and take advantage of the resources available to you. Careers in tourism are varied and fulfilling; your perusal of these programs could lead you to your dream job.  

While we build our future workforce, we must leverage existing industry supports and government programs such as THRC’s Ready to Work program, which helps businesses recruit job seekers and integrate newcomers into a career in tourism. Its internships—a composite of in-class education and workplace training—facilitate job-readiness and career planning. Over the years, it has provided under-represented communities with career options and growth opportunities in the tourism sector by providing them access to certification programs (e.g., WHMIS, CPR, responsible alcohol service) that will open up new pathways in their pursuit of employment.

The Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot is an express-entry program that pairs employers with skilled newcomers, asylum seekers, and refugees to Canada. Such opportunities enable these individuals to flourish and ensure their new lives an auspicious start. It also makes available to employers qualified candidates whose background and education could provide unique skillsets and perspectives. Even without a firm job offer, talented refugees may nevertheless gain entry into Canada and begin their new life, with employment opportunities coming as they settle into the country. Tourism operators suffering from the labour gap are encouraged to take advantage of this program that is mutually beneficial for themselves and those skilled workers who hope to call Canada home.

As global demand for tourism rises, Canada must remain a top-tier destination. To do so, the fundamental needs of the sector must be met for it to thrive in the years ahead. By investing in our people and forging strong and reliable partnerships, we can ensure that Canada’s tourism industry does not just survive, but truly flourishes. Together, we can build a future that benefits our economy, our communities, and everyone involved in this wonderful sector.

About the Author

Nik Mills

Director, Policy & Government Affairs, Tourism Industry Association of Canada

As Director, Policy and Government Affairs with the Tourism Industry Association of Canada, Nik develops policy, research and government relations initiatives that support TIAC’s vision to lead the Canadian tourism industry to be one of the most competitive in the world.

With extensive experience in the industry, Nik has successfully led advocacy-based consulting projects supporting job creation and economic recovery strategies for various tourism organizations.

Nik studied political economy, communications, and innovation policy at Toronto Metropolitan University, York University, and the University of New Brunswick.

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The Emerging Leaders' Guide to Thriving at Industry Events

The Emerging Leaders' Guide to Thriving at Industry Events jhammond@desti… Tue, 11/05/2024 - 21:09

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Attending industry events as a young professional unlocks key opportunities for growth. This guide shares tips for maximizing networking, skill-building, and bringing value back to your organization. By investing in conferences, leaders empower emerging talent, fostering a resilient, forward-thinking workforce ready to lead the future. 

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Attending events and conferences as a young professional or emerging leader is a transformative experience that offers invaluable opportunities to network, learn, and enhance your contributions to your organization. Recently, my colleague Kelsey Hayes and I attended the Texas Association of Convention and Visitors Bureau (TACVB) conference, which underscored how impactful these events can be for personal and workforce development. This guide aims to provide young professionals with actionable tips for maximizing their experience at industry events while highlighting the importance of encouraging leaders to invest in developing their emerging talent. 

Why Conferences Are Crucial for Workforce Development

In industries like tourism and destination promotion, staying up to date with evolving trends, technologies, and best practices is essential. Conferences are more than just learning opportunities—they are investments in the growth of both employees and organizations. By attending these events, emerging leaders gain fresh insights, acquire new skills, and build connections that can ultimately improve their team’s performance and contribute to the organization’s success.

Workforce development flourishes when employees—particularly younger team members—are given the tools and opportunities to grow. By sending them to conferences, leaders empower these professionals to bring back innovative ideas and actionable knowledge, strengthening the organization. Investing in young talent is the cornerstone of building a resilient and forward-thinking workforce as we prepare for the future. 

Building Connections: The Power of Networking

One of the most rewarding aspects of attending the TACVB conference was connecting with other young professionals at the Young Professionals Reception. Meeting peers navigating similar challenges offered an immediate sense of community, which is crucial for those new to the industry.

Networking is an essential component of workforce development. Building relationships with peers, mentors, and potential collaborators can significantly impact your career trajectory. These connections often open doors to new opportunities and create a support network you can rely on throughout your professional journey. Events like TACVB provide the perfect platform to establish these relationships early, laying the foundation for long-term success. 


Tip: Be Intentional About Networking

To make the most of these opportunities, approach networking with intention. Find a buddy with someone at your level to explore the event with. Be proactive in introducing yourself to others, ask insightful questions, and genuinely engage in conversations. Make sure to bring the business cards and wear a name tag. Remember, it's not just about expanding your professional circle—it's also about building meaningful connections that can offer support, guidance, and collaboration in the future. Make these connections meaningful by connecting on LinkedIn or sending an email note.

Expanding Your Skills Through Professional Development Sessions

Professional development sessions are a goldmine for enhancing your skillset. At TACVB, I had the opportunity to attend several sessions that directly aligned with my role. From learning about cutting-edge marketing strategies to discovering the latest tools for stakeholder engagement, these sessions provided practical insights I could immediately apply at work.

These sessions are vital for workforce development and equipping young professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel. By learning directly from industry leaders and experts, young employees can bring back innovative practices that enhance their organization’s operations. 

Tip: Select Sessions Wisely

Review the conference agenda beforehand to maximize your learning and choose sessions that align with your current role or areas where you want to grow. Divide and conquer with your colleagues at the conference to maximize the sessions attended. Don’t forget to bring your desired note-taking guide. Think critically about how you can apply what you’ve learned to your job or your team’s objectives. Review your notes within 24 hours. Don’t go on information overload; take the time to sit and reflect with your notes.  

A Pivotal Moment: The First-Timer Lunch

Another pivotal experience at the TACVB conference was attending the First-Timer Lunch. This gathering brought together professionals at different stages of their careers, from CEOs to coordinators, providing an open forum to exchange ideas and share experiences. It was an eye-opening opportunity to connect with industry veterans while building relationships with peers attending for the first time.

Interacting with experienced leaders offers invaluable mentorship opportunities and career insights for young professionals. Exposure to those further along in their careers allows you to learn from their experiences, gain advice, and explore potential career pathways. This type of engagement is crucial for workforce development, as it helps younger employees envision their future within the industry and fuels their drive to grow within their roles. 

Tip: Seize Opportunities to Engage

Don’t be intimidated by titles or experience levels—these events are designed to encourage conversation and knowledge-sharing across the board. Take advantage of casual moments, like lunches or receptions, to introduce yourself to seasoned professionals and ask thoughtful questions. These connections can help shape your career path. Prompt questions and an elevator pitch to yourself for who you are and what you do beforehand if socializing does not come as naturally to you. Bring fun merch to hand out; this can be a great way to not only promote your brand but also get your foot in the door, so to speak, for initiating a conversation.

Remember to take care of yourself. Rest and recharge your social battery to avoid burn-out throughout the conference.  

Bringing Value Back to Your Organization

The ultimate goal of attending any conference is to bring the insights and skills you’ve gained back to your organization. After attending TACVB, we returned to our roles with new ideas for improving marketing strategies and more effective approaches to stakeholder engagement. The knowledge I acquired enhanced my performance and allowed me to contribute more meaningfully to my team’s success. 

From a workforce development perspective, this is where the investment pays off. When young professionals return from conferences, they come equipped with a renewed sense of purpose and valuable insights to benefit the organization. Leaders who prioritize sending their younger team members to events foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation, ensuring that the organization remains agile and competitive.


Tip: Share What You’ve Learned

Don’t keep the knowledge you gain to yourself—host a debriefing session with your team to share key takeaways from the conference. This will position you as a proactive leader and help disseminate valuable information throughout your organization, enhancing overall performance.

Conclusion: Investing in the Next Generation

Workforce development is critical for any organization looking to stay competitive in the tourism and destination marketing industry. Conferences and events allow young professionals to expand their skills, form vital industry connections, and bring innovative insights back to their teams. Our experience at TACVB emphasized just how powerful these opportunities can be, both for personal growth and for an organization's long-term success.

By investing in young professionals, leaders are building a more skilled, motivated, and connected workforce—one that is ready to lead the industry into the future. Attending events is not just a steppingstone in personal career growth; it is an essential part of developing the leaders of tomorrow. 

About the Author

Peyton Glover

Membership Engagement Coordinator
Destinations International

Born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee, Peyton Glover has cultivated a robust background in destination marketing and sports marketing since earning his bachelor’s degree from Middle Tennessee State University. Peyton is the Membership Engagement Coordinator, leading initiatives to enhance workforce development and community engagement. With a keen interest in sustainable travel and community enrichment, Peyton is dedicated to leveraging his skills and experience to foster impactful connections within the tourism and sports marketing sectors. 

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Kelsey Hayes

Foundation Manager
Destinations International

As the Foundation Manager for Destinations International, Kelsey brings a wealth of experience in fundraising, event coordination, and relationship building to drive progress by supporting meaningful and sustainable initiatives within the travel and tourism industry. With a degree in Social Entrepreneurship from Texas Lutheran University, she has held integral positions at esteemed organizations including the Alzheimer’s Association and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Motivated by a profound commitment to social justice, Kelsey is dedicated to supporting initiatives that empower communities and foster positive change. 

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Trade ideas thread - Wednesday, 13 November, insightful charts, technical analysis, ideas

Good morning, afternoon and evening all. Any charts, technical analysis, trade ideas, thoughts, views, ForexLive traders would like to share and discuss with fellow ForexLive traders, please do so:

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FP Markets Secures Three Major Honours at the Inaugural Finance Magnates Annual Award Gala

Australian-founded broker FP Markets further cemented its position as a market leader, winning ‘Most Trusted Broker - Global’, ‘Broker of the Year - Asia’, and ‘Fastest Growing Broker - LATAM’ at the inaugural Finance Magnates Annual Award (FMAA) Gala. The event was held on Wednesday, 23 October, at the Lemon Park Venue in Nicosia, Cyprus.

Powered by Amazon Web Services (AWS), the FMAAs ‘celebrate the highest levels of innovation and excellence across fintech, Forex, payments, and trading platforms’. The winners were determined through a dual process: online voting accessible to industry professionals and the global trading community, and a distinguished panel of judges. Notably, global multi-asset Forex and CFD broker FP Markets was the only company to take home three FMAAs on the night.

FP Markets’ Global Head of Marketing, Andria Phiniefs, commented: ‘Being nominated along with some of the industry’s biggest names is a tremendous honour in itself. Winning three awards through votes from the global trading community and industry stakeholders marks a significant accomplishment for our team. This recognition inspires us to continue to pursue our mission, which we embarked on nearly twenty years ago: to be the preferred and most trusted broker for traders worldwide’.

FP Markets continues to leverage opportunities beyond existing markets, while maintaining a consistent standard of product and service quality for its clients globally. As part of the broker’s twentieth anniversary next year, the investing community can also expect further trading technology advancements and updates.

About FP Markets:

● FP Markets is a Multi-Regulated Forex and CFD Broker with over 19 years of industry experience.

● The company offers highly competitive interbank Forex spreads starting from 0.0 pips.

● Traders can choose from leading powerful online trading platforms, including FP Markets’ Mobile App, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, WebTrader, cTrader, Iress and TradingView.

● The company's outstanding 24/7 multilingual customer service has been recognised by Investment Trends and awarded ‘The Highest Overall Client Satisfaction Award’ over five consecutive years.

● FP Markets was awarded ‘Best Value Broker - Global’ for six consecutive years (2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024) at the Global Forex Awards.

● FP Markets was awarded the ‘Best Broker – Europe’ and the ‘Best Forex Partners Programme – Asia’ at the Global Forex Awards (2022, 2023, 2024).

● FP Markets was awarded ‘Best Trade Execution’, and ‘Most Trusted Broker’ and ‘Best Trade Execution’ at the Ultimate Fintech Awards in 2022 and 2023, respectively.

● FP Markets was crowned ‘Best CFD Broker - Africa’ at the 2023 FAME Awards.

● FP Markets was awarded ‘Best Trade Execution’ and ‘Most Transparent Broker’ at the Ultimate Fintech Awards APAC 2023.

● FP Markets was awarded the ‘Best Price Execution’ at the Brokersview Awards 2024, Singapore.

● FP Markets was awarded the ‘Best Trading Experience - Africa’ at the FAME Awards 2024.

● FP Markets was awarded ‘Most Transparent Broker’ and ‘Best Trading Conditions’ at the Global Ultimate Fintech Awards 2024.

● FP Markets was awarded ‘Best Forex Spreads APAC’ and ‘Best Trading Experience APAC’ at the 2024 Finance Magnates Pacific Summit.

● FP Markets regulatory presence includes the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) of South Africa, the Financial Services Commission (FSC) of Mauritius, the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), the Securities Commission of the Bahamas (SCB), and the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) of Kenya.

For more information on FP Markets' comprehensive range of products and services, visit https://www.fpmarkets.com/

This article was written by FL Contributors at www.forexlive.com.




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Fun Start To Our Christmas Concert

This year we decided to have a little fun for the start of our annual Christmas Concert. So my top choir decided to make our own music video. It was a lot of fun and while the original idea was to record our own song we ran out of time and decided to just go ahead and make it anyway using an old N'Sync Christmas Song. The concept is the choir is all arriving for the concert in one car and we follow them as they get ready. When you see them run into the auditorium the choir ran into the actual auditorium the night of the concert and interacted with the audience while singing along (David Letterman Style). Then we all gathered on the stage and sang a fun song "One for the little bitty baby" and then went and changed into our formal wear for the rest of the concert.


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Favorite Choral Conductor Phrases

Yesterday on the American Choral Directors Facebook Group someone made a post asking for our Favorite Choral Director phrases. In just over a day it had close to 200 comments. 


While they were all great I decided to compile a list of some of my favorites. (It turned into a pretty long favorites list.)


  • Approach the note from above.
  • Singing is an athletic event.
  • Drink in the breath.
  • Listen louder than you sing.
  • Let the breathe fuel the sound.
  • Stop talking.
  • Smile with your eyes
  • Sing through it, not to it.
  • What are you singing? To whom are you speaking? What are you trying to say?
  • 80% of life is showing up. The rest is what you do after.
  • Gird up your loins!
  • Pitch is not optional or approximate!
  • Stand from the waist up.
  • Pull the taffy!
  • What are you singing ABOUT?
  • One more time...
  • Make mistakes. Make them boldly. Make them once.
  • Lay a big fat green egg, because I cannot fix "nothing."
  • Have a love affair with the center of pitch.
  • Too much, too soon, too bad. (About a crescendo)
  • Once a mistake, twice a habit!
  • Don't make it more accidental than it already is.
  • The higher you go, the brighter. The lower you go, the brighter.
  • No one can smile and sing except Miss America...and she only learned one song.
  • Bend your knees.
  • Long vowels!!
  • Put more space in your face!
  • No one note is the same as the other.
  • Everything we do, we do together.
  • Never sing louder than beautiful.
  • Look up here!
  • Do not take steps backwards!!
  • I own your eyes.
  • Pretend there's a string being pulled out of the top of your head.
  • What does [accel./rit./fermata/etc.] mean?" After various mumbled responses with the actual definition, "No, it means to look at me!"
  • There's a reason God gave us two ears and only one mouth.
  • The arch of the eyebrow governs the shape of the tone.
  • Honor the rests, please.
  • Look up and live.
  • Miss a note. Get a rhythm.
  • Enjoy the process not the product.
  • Ok we're going to go from the top to the end. I promise I'm not going to stop.
  • All music must dance.
  • Watch!!!!
  • Better to be confidently wrong than wimpily right.
  • One more time.
  • Let your head rule your heart and your heart rule your head.
  • Never louder than lovely.
  • They who cannot spread light, are content to generate heat instead.
  • It's a SONG, so SING it.
  • Sing through your eyes.
  • Good is the enemy of excellent.
  • Fish lip and rabbit teeth.
  • We want bel canto, not can belto.
  • I coach choir.
  • I'm tired of that mistake, make another one.
  • Do we sound like one?
  • Do as I meant, not what I said.
  • Early is on time, on time is late, and late is unacceptable.
  • Look #, don't b flat, and act natural.
  • Make it interesting!
  • The eyebrows matter - it's hard to look interested and sound dull and equally hard to look uninterested and sound engaged.
  • Look up and live!
  • Sing as if you were fatter stand as if you were taller.
  • Strong and wrong is better than feeble and right.
  • North-south vowels rather than east-west vowels.
  • One more time...
  • If the basses are bad, the choir is bad.
  • Sing on air.
  • Sing from your toenails.
  • “What's your favorite piece?" Students: "The one in our hand!"
  • Men - sing like football players in tuxedoes.
  • Vertical vowels, please.
  • Breathe in the shape of the vowel.
  • Sit tall.
  • Don't 'sing the voice - - sing the phrase.
  • Don't land hard on the last note of the phrase just because you've got extra air to spend.
  • English is a second language for conductors - Sarcasm is first.
  • That vowel sounded like a cat being pulled through a keyhole - backwards.
  • That sounded like a long-tailed cat in a room full of rocking chairs!
  • “How do you Spell Monodynamoc?" (Choir starts to spell) -interrupting- "Wrong! It's B.O.A.R.I.N.G!"
  • Vomit out the air.
  • Breathe as if you have 20 noses around your waist.
  • Don't let the consonants contaminate your vowels.
  • This is a Chor"us" not a chor"me"!
  • Use your "Disney eyes"
  • Sometimes it's more beautiful when you DON'T sing! (Rests)


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ADRENALINE-LINK 1:1,000 1mg/1mL adrenaline (epinephrine) acid tartrate injection BP ampoule (adrenaline (epinephrine) acid tartrate)

Manufacturing




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Briefing by the Mushroom Producer Organisation and Commercial Mushroom Growers UK

Room 21, Parliament Buildings



  • Committee for Agriculture
  • Environment and Rural Affairs

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Briefing by the Northern Ireland Mushroom Growers Association

Room 21, Parliament Buildings



  • Committee for Agriculture
  • Environment and Rural Affairs

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Traffic Safety News – Speed Thrills But It Also Kills

You would never get into a roller coaster without putting on a seat belt, so why would you get into a car without wearing one? OHS wants to remind everyone that speed thrills but it also kills.




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Hermit Thrush.....IM8A7400CR3AT

dklaughman has added a photo to the pool:

Hermit Thrush judging from the pale but complete eyering (in other photos) and spotting that does not go as low as the Wood Thrush.
Bombay Hook NWR, Delaware.




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Chronicles of Architecture - Part 1

Meet some of the people behind the new Oracle Fusion Middleware A-Team Chronicles blog, where you'll find technical tales from the trenches.




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Chronicles of Architecture - Part 2

The panel of A-Team architects discussed the tech trends that are having the greatest impact in the real world.