Source: CBC News

Canada and the U.S. remain far apart as negotiations toward a tariff deal continue ahead of U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest deadline, according to sources.

The sources said the federal government does not believe a tariff deal is imminent because there are still major disagreements between the two sides, and they remain far apart on some issues that need to be resolved.

Source: Travel Industry Today

According to the latest Longwoods International tracking study of Canadian travellers, 28% of them visited the U.S. in the past six months, up from 23% a year ago. And 49% intend to visit the U.S. in the next 12 months, up from 43% in April.

Source: OpenJaw

Once an airline strike begins, there is little institutional middle ground between widespread disruption and government intervention. Other countries show this is not the only way to manage a strike.
The underlying issue is structural. Canada has no general framework for targeted or partial airline strikes that would allow workers to maintain bargaining pressure while maintaining a predictable level of service. When a dispute reaches an impasse, the disruption can therefore become difficult to contain without government intervention.

Source: Destination Canada

Canada is home to breathtaking landscapes and natural beauty, but during certain times of the year, our country experiences wildfires. These wildfires can impact travel plans so we’re here to offer guidance and provide essential information and safety tips for when you’re visiting or planning to visit areas affected by wildfires in Canada.

Each of Canada’s provinces and territories has its own unique landscapes, and being aware of the wildfire situation in your desired destination helps prepare you for your trip – know before you go. By following the links or visiting the websites provided by each province and territory, you can stay informed about the current wildfire conditions and take necessary precautions to ensure a safe and enjoyable journey through Canada’s diverse and vast landscapes.

Source: Phocuswire

Travel companies risk fines of up to 3% of their global turnover if they fall foul of new rules under the EU Artificial Intelligence Act. The provisions require clear labeling of AI-generated content and transparency when customers are interacting with an AI system, such as a chatbot.
The travel industry is already using AI-generated content widely. A recent study by AI forensic company ContentGuard.me and German digital marketing group ABCD Agency examined 25,550 hotel photos across seven destinations, finding that AI generation or heavy editing had been used in roughly one in five images.

Source: Good Housekeeping UK via MSN

How much do you know about the world’s second largest country? Famous for its love of ice hockey (if you’ve seen Heated Rivalry, you’ll know why), ‘Mounties’, moose, lobster rolls and maple syrup, we also have Canada to thank for Ryan Gosling and Céline Dion.

Peaceful, welcoming and crowd-free (it has one of the lowest populations in the world), Canada is increasingly popular as a long-haul destination with UK tourists, with almost 900,000 expected to visit this year. ‘Canada has become one of our top destinations, says Trailfinders’ Nikki Davies. ‘It’s the combination of cities, fly-drive holidays, iconic rail journeys and great wildlife.’

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