Association of Canadian Travel Agencies

What they're asking for

In the registry's own words. Descriptions are only filed for meetings since mid-2024.

1. Air Passenger Protection Regulations (APPR): Ongoing advocacy regarding the implementation and enhancement of APPR including compensation standards, refund timelines, airline obligations during delays, and passenger rights enforcement, competition bureau report on Canada's airline industry

   May 26, 2026 · Richard Bragdon · Conservative · Employment and Training; Internal Trade; International Relations; Small Business; Taxation and Finance

2. Interprovincial Insurance Licensing Recognition: Advocating for mutual recognition of travel insurance licensing across provinces and territories to eliminate trade barriers, reduce regulatory duplication, and improve consumer access to licensed travel insurance professionals.

   April 20, 2026 · Fares Al Soud · Liberal · Employment and Training; Internal Trade; International Relations; Small Business; Tourism

3. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA): Promoting a more inclusive and accessible travel industry through initiatives that support equitable opportunities, representation, and participation across all communities. ACTA advocates for policies, programs, and partnerships that advance DEIA, including the development of accessible travel services, inclusive marketing practices, support for underrepresented groups in the travel workforce, and recognition of travel advisors who specialize in accessible and inclusive travel. These efforts aim to ensure that all Canadians—regardless of ability, background, or identity—can both participate in and benefit from travel.

   March 24, 2026 · Tony Baldinelli · Conservative · Employment and Training; Internal Trade; International Relations; Small Business; Taxation and Finance

Full meeting log

12 MP-directed communications since January 2024, from the Registry of Lobbyists.