Prizes from Air Canada, Porter and more for Travelweek’s ‘Future of Travel: Onwards & Upwards’ on Travel Agent Day, May 6

TORONTO — Travel Agent Day is the perfect time to celebrate travel advisors with some great prizing – and that’s exactly what’s in store for agents registered for Travelweek’s ‘Future of Travel: Onwards & Upwards’ virtual conference.

How about a $1,000 voucher from Air Canada? Or a $500 gift card from Porter Airlines? That’s just the start of the prizes up for grabs at the 2026 edition of our Future of Travel series.

Everything gets underway this Wednesday, May 6, at 1 p.m. Click here to register.

“The travel industry is facing challenges right now – and that’s all the more reason to say a big thank you to Canada’s travel advisors, for all of the incredible work they do for our industry,” said Devin Kinasz, Publisher, Travelweek.

“Agents are on the front lines, and more valued than ever as Canadian travellers navigate rising travel costs, capacity cuts and more ahead of the high season. It’s paramount for travel advisors to stay up to date on the latest developments, and hear the latest from top suppliers,” she added.

This year’s speaker lineup includes …

  • Laura Ospina, Director, Global Affairs Canada
  • Stephen Goulding, Country Manager, Virgin Atlantic
  • Angella Bennett, Director Canada, Jamaica Tourist Board
  • Peter Ouzounov, Senior Director of Sales, Riverside Luxury Cruises
  • Hillary Arsenault, GPS Quebec & Atlantic, G Adventures
  • Patrizio Iaquinandi, Manager Sales, Discover Airlines
  • Billy Stewart, National Trade Manager, Globus
  • Jennifer Waver, AVP of Travel Sales, Manulife

Added Kinasz: “We also want travel advisors to enjoy a bit of a break on Travel Agent Day – and have some fun! Tune in May 6 for supplier interviews, insights and more, plus all those prizes.”

In addition to the $1,000 Air Canada voucher and $500 Porter Airlines gift card, there’s a $500 Visa gift card, multiple $100 Amazon gift cards, a 50” LED Smart TV, a Megelin LED Red Light Therapy Face Mask and an Ultimea Sound System.

‘Future of Travel: Onwards & Upwards’ takes place 1 – 3 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6 and attendees must be registered for prize eligibility. Click here to register!

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