The future looks bright for the BSAP class of 2025 Tourism education has certainly changed since the Baxter Student Ambassador Program (BSAP) began 11 years ago with the goal of supporting exceptional tourism and hospitality students as they graduate and enter the workforce. With the ups and downs...
As this year's crop of Baxter Student Ambassadors and tourism students from across the country gear up to join the travel industry, Travel Courier caught up with travel pros to hear their words of wisdom for new grads, insights they wish they knew when they first graduated and some of the coolest...
Can we start with an update on Canada’s tourism labour market – is there still a labour shortage? What’s the outlook going forward? The good news is that the tourism sector as a whole has caught up to where we were pre-pandemic. In fact, we’re employing slightly more people than we were...
Innovation is a Flight Centre hallmark IAN STALKERFlight Centre Travel Group is taking innovative steps to ensure that it's able to find needed staff.The agency group has recently reached out in a new manner aimed at attracting employees and that is paying dividends, says Chadd Andre, vice president...
There’s always a lot going on at Tourism HR Canada as the organization has coordinated a wide range of initiatives to foster the development of a skilled, diverse, and inclusive workforce for more than 30 years. Right now, Heather Elder, Director of Marketing, Tourism HR Canada, observed: “We’re...
Describe yourself in 3-5 words: Energetic, hospitable, intellectual and responsible.Describe your travel style in 3-5 words: Adventurous, organized, culinary, transformational.Why did you choose to study travel & tourism? In my younger years, I had always travelled from Toronto...
Describe yourself in 3-5 words: Curious, creative, adaptable, friendly, and goal-seeker.Describe your travel style in 3-5 words: Seeking out unique experiences!Why did you choose to study travel & tourism? I lived in South Korea for several years, during which I had the opportunity...
Describe yourself in 3-5 words: Dedicated, enthusiastic, loyal, optimistic, dreamer.Describe your travel style in 3-5 words: Enjoy exploring diverse cultures, sampling local cuisines.Why did you choose to study travel & tourism? My passion for human psychology drives me to explore...
Describe yourself in 3-5 words: Observant, conscientious, versatile, candid. Describe your travel style in 3-5 words: Adventurous, memorable, budget friendly, detail oriented. Why did you choose to study travel & tourism? My fascination with tourism and travel stems from my love...
Describe yourself in 3-5 words: Adventurous, curious, friendly, creative, organized. Describe your travel style in 3-5 words: Adventurous, eco-friendly, balanced, fun. Why did you choose to study travel & tourism? I want to travel the world and tourism sparked my interest because I can work...
