Thursday, December 12, 2024
The Future Leaders Luncheon was part of the three-day event hosted by David Riault, vice-president of government and community relations at Air Canada. One of the highlights was the thought-provoking panel discussion, Shaping Tomorrow’s Tourism: Empowering Future Leaders. The session provided a platform to honor not only the rising stars of the tourism industry but also the four recipients of the Air Canada Future Leaders Award. The banquet celebrated their remarkable achievements and emphasized the dedication and passion these students bring to the dynamic Canadian tourism sector.
“It is always an honor to be able to recognize the future leaders of tomorrow,” David said. “Congratulations on winning the award. We need strong leaders today and tomorrow. Others are counting on you to continue promoting Canada here and around the world. Our valuable and strong relationships with tourism partners across the country and as Canada’s flag and global carrier we Given the important role we play, it’s only natural for Air Canada to support this event and the Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC).”
The Canadian organization actively contributes to Air Canada’s community relations objectives, which aim to create a bilingual, inclusive and sustainable future for Canada. Through targeted investments in key sectors such as aviation, tourism and culture, Air Canada drives significant socio-economic benefits for the country.
By sponsoring initiatives like the TIAC Tourism Congress, Air Canada reaffirms its dedication to empowering the next generation of tourism leaders. Throughout the year, the airline supports numerous events and organizations with similar goals. A prime example is its role as the official airline for the One Young World Summit in Montreal last fall.