On 25 September, Toronto will host the first “Spain Talks. Caring for the Future”, an event to celebrate the excellence, dedication and innovation of leaders of Canada's tourism industry leaders, highlighting their commitment to the promotion of sustainable tourism.
CONFERENCIAS
In its first edition of “Spain Talks”, the Spanish Tourism Office in Toronto will offer an extensive program of round tables and conferences with the participation of leaders of leading entities and destinations in the tourism field in Spain and Canada. The Spanish Tourist Office is hosting this event focused on sharing valuable experiences and best practices in relation to the main challenges facing major tourist destinations, such as Spain, in promoting responsible tourism. An opportunity for dialogue, collaboration and exchange of knowledge around the main challenge facing our sector today The Spanish Tourist Office will host this conference focused on the social sustainability of tourism with the idea of sharing valuable experiences and best practices on the main challenges of major tourist destinations, such as Spain, to promote a more responsible and committed tourism. An opportunity for dialogue, collaboration and knowledge sharing around the accessibility of destinations and the search for balance between tourism practice and the local community.
PROGRAMME
3:00- 3:30 Registration & Check-in 3:30 - 4:00 Welcome 4:00- 4:10 Destination Presentation: Comunidad Valenciana 4:10- 5:00 How to keep balance between local population and tourists 5:10 - 5:20 Destination Presentation: Lanzarote 5:20- 5:35 Break 5:35- 6:20 Designing a Tourism Industry That Includes Everyone 6:20- 6:30 Conclusing remarks 6:30-6:40 Tourism Sustainability Awards Ceremony 6:40 Cocktail
AWARDS
The awards given at Spain Talks represent a recognition of excellence and innovation in sustainability in the tourism sector. Aimed at highlighting and celebrating initiatives that promote responsible growth in the industry in Canada, the awards are divided into four distinct categories: - Media award. Best Media Outlet Recognizes the best media coverage of Spain as a destination committed to sustainability, highlighting the importance of communication in promoting responsible practices. - Ambassador award. Best Endorser, Influencer, or Content Creator Recognizes the best content that highlights Spain as a destination committed to sustainability, emphasizing the power of these profiles in raising awareness. - Experience award. Best sustainable tourism product Recognizes the commercialization of packages, experiences, and offers that promote sustainable tourism in Spain, emphasizing the importance of offering authentic and environmentally respectful trips. - Business award. The company with the best ESG project Recognizes the commitment of companies to responsible practices such as carbon footprint compensation programs, recycling, accessibility, and inclusion of their workers, promoting a focus on sustainability in all aspects of the business.
PARTNERS
