INDIGENOUS TOURISM DESTINATION FUND
The Indigenous Tourism Destination Fund (ITDF) has been established to allow businesses and individuals to take real action towards reconciliation in Canada through their support for the growth of the Indigenous tourism industry. Administered by the Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada (ITAC), the ITDF is used to invest in infrastructure, human resources and development and marketing projects benefiting communities across the country.
Indigenous tourism is reconciliation in action.
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— Keith Henry, ITAC CEO
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Partners in Growing Indigenous Tourism
The ITDF offers an innovative way for Indigenous and non-Indigenous businesses to partner with ITAC to grow the Indigenous tourism industry from coast to coast to coast. With a fund goal of $2.6 billion, the ITDF will facilitate investments in infrastructure, human resources and transportation as well as business development and marketing.
Individual Support for Reconciliation
For individuals looking to support change, the ITDF provides a way to take positive steps towards reconciliation. Administered by ITAC, the ITDF allows individuals to have a positive impact on the lives of Indigenous Peoples in Canada by supporting the growth of the Indigenous tourism industry, whether through an ITDF partner business or direct contributions.
ITAC is committed to a transparent reporting mechanism to account for all Indigenous Tourism Destination Fund contributions.
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Truth2Action Training
For non-Indigenous businesses and organizations in the tourism industry, the Certificate in Reconciliation training program provides a safe space for them to learn more about their role in reconciliation.
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Sponsorship Opportunities
Corporate sponsorship of events is a great way for businesses to show their support for Indigenous tourism and demonstrate their commitment to social change.