What's New IN THE LAb
​OCTOBER 2019

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The Lab Is An Award Finalist!

We are thrilled to share the news that the Ontario Tourism Innovation Lab is a finalist for the 2019 Tourism Innovator of the Year Award!

Congratulations to our fellow finalists Explore the Bruce and OTEC. Stay tuned for the results from the TIAO Ontario Tourism Summit on October 30th.
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Northeastern Ontario "Spark" Program Application Deadline Is October 21

Are you based in Northeastern Ontario?Submit your new tourism idea you could be selected to receive a tourism mentorship and a $3,000 grant. Northeastern Ontario residents, small businesses, and non-profits are eligible to apply.
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Chatham-Kent "Spark" Program Launching Oct 24

The Chatham-Kent "Spark" Mentorships & Grants Program will be officially launched on October 24th at 10:30am at the Buxton National Historic Site & Museum. Full program information and the regional application guide will be available online.
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Ontario Tourism Innovators Roundtable: Innovations In Tourism Session Nov 19

The Ontario Tourism Innovation Lab is hosting a special Roundtable session at the Northern Ontario Tourism Summit on November 19th in Timmins. The session will feature a special guest panel and group discussion on innovations in tourism that can identify and target potential customers, improve the visitor experience, and generate positive returns on investment for businesses and organizations.
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Welcome To Our Newest Program Partners
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Building Mentorship In Ontario's Tourism Sector

Are you a recognized tourism innovator, successful entrepreneur, sector expert or industry leader?

Join our "Spark" Mentor Network and support up-and-coming and early stage tourism innovators in Ontario by providing advice and guidance to help them take their new tourism ideas to the next level of development. Contact us at [email protected]​ for more information on the program and how you can be a mentor.
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