ACTA has opened nominations for its 2026 ACTA Awards, inviting the industry to recognize standout professionals across Canada’s retail travel sector.

The annual awards celebrate individuals who are making a meaningful impact through leadership, advocacy and a commitment to advancing the travel advisor profession. 

This year’s program introduces a new Travel Manager Award, which recognizes a manager in either corporate or leisure travel who demonstrate strong leadership, adaptability and innovation while delivering exceptional service to clients and supporting high-performing teams. 

This year’s award categories are:

• Leisure Travel Advisor Award
• Corporate Travel Advisor Award
• Tomorrow’s Leader Award
• Ches Chard Education Award
• Gerald Heifetz Advocacy Award
• CTC/CTM Lifetime Achievement Award
• Travel Manager Award

ACTA is encouraging industry members to submit nominations for colleagues, peers or themselves. All nominees must be ACTA members in good standing, with winners selected by a panel of industry experts.

Nominations are open until June 5, 2026.

To submit a nomination, click here.

Source: Travelweek