About this Event
Global Canada–Africa–Asia–Europe Tourism & Hospitality Summit 2027
The Summit is particularly valuable for international participants seeking to expand their professional and business networks beyond their home countries.
International attendees may benefit from:
- Networking with Canadian and international tourism and hospitality professionals.
- Establishing cross-border business relationships.
- Exploring potential partnerships and commercial opportunities.
- Learning about international tourism and hospitality practices.
- Connecting with entrepreneurs, investors, businesses, and industry organizations.
- Promoting their businesses, destinations, products, and services.
- Participating in international knowledge and cultural exchange.
- Developing professional relationships with delegates from multiple continents.
- Learning about emerging opportunities in global tourism and hospitality.
- Strengthening their international professional profile and industry network.
Official Visa Ready Invitation Letters for International Participants
International participants who successfully register and meet the event organizer's requirements may be eligible to receive an Official Event Invitation Letter for their participation in the Summit.
Where appropriate, an invitation letter may be submitted as supporting documentation for a Canadian temporary resident visa (visitor visa) application.
An invitation letter does not guarantee visa approval. Canadian visa applications are independently assessed by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), and applicants must satisfy all applicable Canadian immigration requirements and provide complete and truthful supporting documentation.
Multilingual Participation
The Summit will be conducted primarily in English and French, with interpretation or language-support services planned to facilitate participation by international delegates, subject to event arrangements and availability.
Potential language-support services may include:
- Spanish
- Mandarin Chinese
- Arabic
- Hindi
- Portuguese
- German
- Italian
- Japanese
This multilingual approach is intended to encourage communication, cultural understanding, knowledge exchange, and participation among delegates from different countries and linguistic backgrounds.
Accessibility & Inclusion
The Summit is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all participants. Where required and available, accessibility accommodations and supporting learning materials will be provided to assist participants with disabilities and other accessibility needs.
Who Should Attend?
The Summit welcomes:
- Tourism professionals
- Hotel and hospitality executives
- Travel agents and tour operators
- Tourism entrepreneurs
- Destination management professionals
- Hospitality business owners
- Investors
- Tourism organizations
- Government and industry representatives
- Academics and researchers
- Students and emerging professionals
- Travel technology companies
- Event and conference professionals
- Restaurant and food-service professionals
- Tourism marketing specialists
- International delegates
- Students /Undergraduate/ Graduate
- Business leaders and entrepreneurs
A Global Platform for Tourism & Hospitality
The Global Canada–Africa–Asia–Europe Tourism & Hospitality Summit 2027 provides a dynamic international environment where people, ideas, businesses, destinations, and opportunities can connect across continents.
The Summit is an opportunity to connect with global professionals, exchange knowledge, develop partnerships, explore business opportunities, promote destinations and services, and contribute to the future of tourism and hospitality.
CONNECT • COLLABORATE • INNOVATE • INSPIRE
Building stronger international connections and advancing the future of global tourism and hospitality in 2027.
1. International Networking
Connect with tourism and hospitality professionals, entrepreneurs, investors, business owners, industry leaders, destination representatives, and organizations from different countries and regions.
2. Business & Investment Opportunities
Explore potential business relationships, investment opportunities, partnerships, joint ventures, international market opportunities, and cross-border collaborations.
3. Industry Knowledge & Expert Insights
Gain insights from experienced professionals and industry experts on emerging tourism trends, hospitality management, destination development, digital transformation, customer experience, sustainable tourism, and international travel.
4. Professional Development
Enhance your knowledge, leadership abilities, professional skills, and understanding of international tourism and hospitality practices through presentations, panel discussions, workshops, and interactive sessions.
5. International Market Exposure
Introduce your organization, destination, products, services, or business to a diverse international audience of tourism and hospitality professionals.
6. Partnerships & Collaboration
Identify potential strategic partners, suppliers, clients, investors, distributors, tourism organizations, educational institutions, and collaborators.
7. Cultural Exchange
Engage with delegates from different cultural backgrounds and learn about tourism destinations, hospitality practices, travel experiences, and business opportunities across Canada, Africa, Asia, Europe, and other regions.
8. Destination Promotion
Tourism boards, destination representatives, travel companies, hotels, resorts, and hospitality organizations can showcase their destinations, products, services, and tourism experiences to an international audience.
9. Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Discover new business ideas, technologies, strategies, and innovative approaches that can contribute to the growth and competitiveness of tourism and hospitality businesses.
10. Professional Connections
Special Benefits for International AttendeesBuild valuable international relationships that can support future business development, professional opportunities, partnerships, research, education, and industry collaboration.
About the Event
The Global Canada–Africa–Asia–Europe Tourism & Hospitality Summit 2027 is a premier international platform bringing together tourism and hospitality professionals, entrepreneurs, investors, business leaders, government and industry representatives, academics, destination managers, hotel and accommodation professionals, travel experts, and other stakeholders from Canada, Africa, Asia, Europe, and other regions of the world.
The Summit is designed to facilitate international knowledge exchange, professional networking, business development, investment discussions, cultural exchange, and collaboration across the global tourism and hospitality industry.
Through keynote presentations, expert panel discussions, interactive sessions, networking opportunities, business connections, and industry-focused conversations, participants will gain valuable insights into emerging trends and opportunities shaping the future of tourism, travel, hospitality, destination management, hotel operations, technology, and sustainable tourism.
Key Objectives
The Summit aims to:
- Benefits for Attendees
- Promote international cooperation in tourism and hospitality.
- Connect businesses and professionals across Canada, Africa, Asia, Europe, and other global markets.
- Encourage tourism investment, entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
- Share emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in tourism and hospitality.
- Create opportunities for business-to-business networking and strategic partnerships.
- Promote cultural exchange and international destination awareness.
- Support professional development and knowledge sharing.
- Encourage collaboration among tourism organizations, hospitality businesses, educational institutions, investors, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals.
Here are some categories of people and professions that would benefit from attending the Canada International Tourism & Hospitality Summit 2026
- Tourism Professionals:
- Travel Agents
- Tour Operators
- Destination Marketing Organizations
- Tourism Consultants
- Hospitality Experts:
- Hotel Managers
- Resort Managers
- Event Planners
- Food and Beverage Managers
- Industry Executives:
- CEOs
- CFOs
- Chief Marketing Officers
- Chief Operating Officers
- Technology and Innovation Specialists:
- IT Managers in Hospitality
- Tech Startups in Travel and Tourism
- Developers of Travel Solutions
- Government Representatives:
- Tourism Departments
- Regulatory Bodies
- Policy Makers
- Academic and Research Professionals:
- Professors and Researchers in Tourism and Hospitality
- Students and Graduates from Related Programs
- Marketing and PR Professionals:
- Marketing Directors
- Public Relations Specialists
- Brand Managers
- Investors and Financial Analysts:
- Venture Capitalists
- Investment Advisors
- Financial Analysts in Tourism and Hospitality
- Travel Influencers and Media:
- Travel Bloggers
- Journalists Covering Tourism
- Social Media Influencers
- Sustainability and CSR Experts:
- Environmental Consultants
- Corporate Social Responsibility Managers
- Sustainable Tourism Advocates
- Customer Experience Specialists:
- Guest Relations Managers
- Experience Designers
- Customer Service Managers
These categories encompass a broad range of professionals who can gain valuable insights and connections at the summit.
Agenda
🕑: 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Day 1: Setting the Stage for Innovation
Info: 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM | Welcome Remarks and Opening Address
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM | Keynote Address: "The Future of Global Tourism: Trends and Opportunities"
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM | Coffee Break & Networking
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM | Panel Discussion: "Adapting to Shifting Consumer Expectations in Travel and Hospitality"
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM | Case Study: "Leveraging Technology for Guest Experience Excellence"
12:45 PM - 1:00 PM | Day 1 Wrap-Up & Announcements
🕑: 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Day 2: Sustainable Tourism and Hospitality Practices
Info: 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM | Recap of Day 1 and Opening Remarks
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM | Keynote Address: "Sustainability in Tourism: Challenges and Solutions"
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM | Coffee Break & Networking
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM | Workshop: "Greener Hotels: Practical Strategies for Sustainable Operations"
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM | Panel Discussion: "Collaborating for Sustainable Destinations"
12:45 PM - 1:00 PM | Day 2 Wrap-Up & Announcements
🕑: 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Day 3: Marketing, Branding, and Cultural Integration
Info: 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM | Recap of Day 2 and Opening Remarks
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM | Keynote Address: "Global Branding in Hospitality: Building Trust Across Borders"
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM | Coffee Break & Networking
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM | Interactive Session: "The Role of Culture in Shaping Guest Experiences"
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM | Panel Discussion: "Marketing to a Global Audience: Strategies That Work"
12:45 PM - 1:00 PM | Day 3 Wrap-Up & Announcements
🕑: 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Day 4: Innovation, Technology, and Future Trends
Info: 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM | Recap of Day 3 and Opening Remarks
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM | Keynote Address: "Artificial Intelligence in Hospitality: The Next Frontier"
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM | Coffee Break & Networking
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM | Roundtable Discussion: "The Role of Data Analytics in Shaping Travel Experiences"
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM | Closing Panel: "What’s Next? Innovations That Will Define Tourism in 2030"
12:45 PM - 1:00 PM | Closing Remarks & Certificates Distribution
Event venue & nearby stays
2626 Dewdney Ave E, 2626 Dewdney Avenue East, Regina, Canada
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