Air Canada Vacations Celebrates Outgoing Travel Advisory Board, Welcomes New Members

Air Canada Vacations is celebrating the contributions of the outgoing members of its Travel Advisory Board (TAAB) while officially welcoming a new cohort of 13 travel advisors from across the country.

Over the past two years, ACV says the outgoing TAAB members have played an instrumental role in the company’s evolution, helping drive enhancements across products, customer experience, and advisor support.

This transition was marked during a two-day event held June 17 and 18 at ACV’s Toronto office, where departing members formally passed the baton to the incoming group. Advisors participated in a full day of updates, discussions, and collaborative sessions, followed by a dinner where current board members were recognized for their outstanding contributions. 

As part of the experience, participants also visited Air Canada’s System Operations Control (SOC), gaining a deeper understanding of the operations that support Air Canada Vacations.

“Over the past two years, our Advisory Board members have brought forward invaluable perspectives that have directly influenced our evolution,” said Erminia Gallina, Director of Sales at Air Canada Vacations. “We are incredibly grateful for their lasting impact.”

The newly appointed 13-member Travel Advisory Board brings together a diverse group of professionals representing retail agencies, consortia, and independent networks nationwide. 

“We are excited to welcome this new group of forward-thinking advisors,” added Gallina. “Their perspectives will help us continue enhancing our products, services, and overall experience for our partners and their clients.”

Over the coming term, board members will collaborate closely with Air Canada Vacations teams, providing strategic input and helping shape future initiatives.

Air Canada Vacations remains committed to strong partnerships with travel advisors and ensuring their voice continues to play a central role in driving innovation and growth.

Meet Air Canada Vacations’ Travel Advisory Board members

• Charlene Lisa Joyce Daigneault — Total Advantage Travel & Tours 
• Anthony Sean Santori — Voyages La Para 
• Caroline Lagueux — Voyages 737 
• Marcie Noyek — BW Travel 
• Julie Smigadis — Envoyage 
• Sylvette Deveau — Deveau Travel 
• Tessa Porter — Trevello 
• Hidar Elmais — Travel Gurus 
• Daina Gasner — Travel Masters 
• Brigitte Viel — Voyageologues 
• Ian David Elliott — TravelOnly 
• Shawn Friesen — Expedia Cruises

Please note: Sarah Boville was unable to attend the event and therefore is not pictured.