QSA's Week in Hospitality (#10, 2025)

Canada-Greece tourism MOU; Nova Scotia wine tourism investment; Atlantic Canada air travel boost; Fogo Island economic development; Whitby seniors' center rejuvenation.

QSA's Week in Hospitality (#10, 2025)

Good morning! Welcome back to Queen Street Analytics' weekly digest of regulatory developments, legislative discussions, political announcements and other government-related news concerning hotels, restaurants, event and sports venues, cruise lines, casinos, gambling, theme parks, ski resorts, outdoor spaces, RV parks, and other travel and tourism professionals.

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Start Date: 2025-03-09
End Date: 2025-03-15

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Canada and Greece Sign Tourism MOU

On March 13, 2025, in Athens, Greece, a memorandum of understanding was signed by Olga Kefalogianni, Greece's Minister of Tourism, and Karine Asselin, Canada's Ambassador to Greece. This MOU aims to enhance tourism cooperation between the two nations, focusing on institutional collaboration, data exchange, and best practices in climate action in tourism. The bilateral merchandise trade between the two countries was valued at $645.8 million in 2024.

Sources: Announcements: www.canada.ca

Nova Scotia Promotes Wine Tourism

On March 12, 2025, the Government of Canada announced a $150,000 investment to the Wine Growers Nova Scotia to extend the wine tourism season. This funding supports a marketing plan and social media strategy to promote the wine sector, including the Nova Scotia Vine and Wine Ambassador program for specialized education in the winemaking industry. The initiative also integrates Indigenous teachings and values, fostering sustainable practices and cultural heritage.

Sources: Announcements: www.canada.ca