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SAVE THE DATE: 2nd Annual Canadian Travel Awards Set for November 17 at the Fairmont Royal York

by Bruce Parkinson  May 29, 2026
SAVE THE DATE: 2nd Annual Canadian Travel Awards Set for November 17 at the Fairmont Royal York

The Fairmont Royal York hotel seen from CIBC Square Elevated Park in downtown Toronto

The date and location have been finalized for the biggest party in the Canadian travel industry calendar – the 2nd annual Canadian Travel Awards.

Travel’s best and brightest will gather on November 17 at the Concert Hall in the iconic Fairmont Royal York in downtown Toronto for the event that brings together top suppliers, travel advisors, and industry leaders from across the country for an evening dedicated to recognizing outstanding achievement.

The Canadian Travel Awards honour the suppliers, destinations and individuals who are shaping the future of travel through innovation, leadership, and exceptional service. It celebrates standout performers across a wide range of categories, including airlines, tour operators, tourist boards, hotels, destinations, cruise lines, advisors and more. 

A musician singing into a microphone while playing an acoustic guitar on stage.
Canadian singer-songwriter Jim Cuddy performs a sound check at the Canadian Travel Awards.

Last year’s event saw over 300 Canadian travel leaders in one room with an exclusive musical performance featuring Canadian favourite Jim Cuddy, a founding member of beloved band Blue Rodeo. 

Close to 40 awards were handed out by the publication that proudly describes itself as the “Voice of the Travel Advisor.” Winners were selected through online voting by close to four thousand travel advisors from coast to coast. 

“We work in an extraordinary industry and each year, The Canadian Travel Awards give us the opportunity to shine a spotlight on the very best individuals and companies,” said John Kirk, Editor in Chief and Managing Director, Travel Market Report Canada. 

A formal event setting featuring an audience seated at tables, with a stage displaying the 'Caribbean Travel Awards 2023' banner. A speaker is presenting at the front, while guests enjoy a gala atmosphere with elegant decor and dining.
The inaugural Canadian Travel Awards.

“These awards recognize the people and organizations that continue to help Canadians explore their world and enrich their lives.”

Further details, including nomination timelines, category announcements – and the evening’s much anticipated entertainment — will be released in the coming months. For now, industry professionals are encouraged to save the date: November 17, 2026.

Several sponsorship opportunities are available, and brands can secure visibility at this high-profile event by contacting me and Lindsay LePage at llepage@travelmarketreport.ca. 

For updates on The Canadian Travel Awards and all the latest industry news, stay tuned to Travel Market Report Canada.

We look forward to celebrating with you in Toronto!

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