Central Counties Tourism

Join us at #VirtualRAWF, chat with Holland Marsh Wineries and GoodLot Farmstead Brewing and discover what makes locally grown and sourced products so special and delicious.

The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair is a beloved annual tradition, but with 2020 being what it is, a few adjustments have to be made. The show must go on line! Learn, cook, and celebrate the best in Canadian food and agriculture from the comfort of your own home. #VirtualRAWF Register: https://royalfair.vfairs.com/en/registration

AGM will be starting at 10 AM, filled with important tourism updates and information. Don't forget to tag us!

Join us tomorrow at 10 AM as Beth Potter gives an update on tourism. Register Here: https://shop.centralcounties.ca//central-counties-tourism/

Join us on June 24th for Central Counties Tourism AGM. We will have an update from TIAO and a discussion on what Tourism will look like post-COVID.

Monday, May 11th, Tourism Vaughan invites you to join them and the GTHA they light the City of Vaughan purple and show that we are #HospitalityStrong along with hotels and iconic venues throughout the GTA in support of those affected by COVID-19 in the hospitality industry. Take a look at the image below of #HospitalityStrong held in April. The initiative included Toronto attractions such as Casa Loma, the CN Tower and hotels lit in purple as a message of hope for the industr...y. Let’s show our Vaughan spirit and that we are #VaughanStrong! How to Join? 1) Light up the exterior of your venue, hotel or lobby area in purple on the evening of Monday, May 11th 2) Share your photos on social media using #HospitalityStrong and #GHTA and #VaughanStrong. 3) Tag the City of Vaughan and GTHA on: Instagram: @cityofvaughan Twitter: @GTHAtweets and @City_of_Vaughan LinkedIn: Greater Toronto Hotel Association AND City of Vaughan Facebook: City of Vaughan AND Greater Toronto Hotel Association

A wonderful article in Dine Magazine about York Farm Fresh. Thank you Dine for featuring these amazing producers!

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Central Counties has made the difficult decision to postpone Symposium 2020, scheduled for March 30th. A new future date will be circulated to bring our members together to gather and strengthen our businesses and communities. We are currently working on a live webinar for our members to be presented the week of March 23rd. Our Symposium speaker, Katherine Hobbs from South Eastern Ontario (RTO9) will be expanding the presentation on COVID -19 A Strategic Approach for Tourism.... In addition, we have a link on our website to a helpful resource, Leadership in Crisis, prepared for our members by Symposium 2020 keynote speaker Doug Griffiths. We know you and your families are strong and resilient, and we are together with you to inform and help our businesses. Stay safe and tuned to your email, and our B2B website to ensure you receive information on the webinar date and access as well as future updates on COVID-19 information.

We’re thrilled to have Amy Camp, owner of Cycle Forward, trails and tourism consultant, placemaker and professional coach speak at our 2020 Symposium. Join us March 30th where Amy will share her insights on the benefits of trail building for communities and businesses. #tourismmatters

Join us for an informative talk by President & CEO of the Ontario Restaurant Hotel and Motel Association, Tony Elenis. We’re thrilled to have him speak on the Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT), how it’s being used, why it’s needed and how it’s being successfully implemented. Tickets available through our website.

PRIZE ALERT! Win a FREE 1/4 PAGE ad in one of YDH’s Seasonal Globe and Mail Co-Ops when you register for the 2020 Partners in Tourism Symposium by March 20th. Prize valued at up to $4,500 (G&M Media List Value). Visit our website for full contest details, rules & to register.

PRIZE ALERT! Win a FREE 1/4 PAGE ad in one of YDH’s Seasonal Globe and Mail Co-Ops when you register for the 2020 Partners in Tourism Symposium by March 20th. Prize valued at up to $4,500 (G&M Media List Value). Visit our website for full contest details, rules & to register.

If it's not on Social Media Did it Happen? Register for this year’s Partners in Tourism Symposium to hear what digital strategist, filmmaker, and speaker, Gregg McLachlan, has to say on this topic as well as his breakout sessions on Instagram Basics & Content.

If it's not on Social Media Did it Happen? Register for this year’s Partners in Tourism Symposium to hear what digital strategist, filmmaker, and speaker, Gregg McLachlan, has to say on this topic as well as his breakout sessions on Instagram Basics & Content.

Showcasing winter fun across York Durham Headwaters! Thank you Ontario Travel!

ONLY TWO MORE DAYS to take advantage of Early Bird ticket pricing for the 2020 Partners in Tourism Symposium GET YOURS NOW!

We’re very excited to announce this year’s Partners in Tourism Symposium keynote speaker: Doug Griffiths, President of 13 Ways and author of the best-selling book, 13 Ways to Kill Your Community. Join us on March 30 as Doug discusses some of the challenges faced by communities and how to overcome them.

Join us on March 30th for our annual symposium, Partners in Tourism: Gathering for Growth. Learn about industry best practices, social media content development, group travel, employee retention, and much more. The Early Bird ticket deadline is fast approaching. Visit CentralCounties.ca for tickets.