Sustainable Travel International Launches Canada Office, Expanding Global Impact While Supporting Local Initiatives
The non-profit organization is recognized globally as the leading practitioner of innovative sustainable tourism development solutions for the travel industry
TORONTO, On. (October 16, 2013) – Sustainable Travel International has announced the launch of its Canada operations, in an effort to enhance the organization’s mission to collaborate with destinations, business and travellers to implement innovative sustainable tourism development and conservation solutions that protect the environment, support adaptation to climate change, maintain sense of place, and generate economic benefits.
The new Canada office and non-profit subsidiary boasts a high profile Canadian Board of Directors made up of leaders in the travel sector, and is a fully integrated extension of the organization’s international operations, which is headquartered in Washington, D.C.. The new office increases the non-governmental organization’s reach and expands its global impact, while supporting the advancement of sustainable tourism in Canada.
“Our working Board of Directors consists of talented and diverse professionals with a shared passion for sustainability in travel and tourism,” said Brian Mullis, Sustainable Travel International’s CEO and Founder. “The launch of our Canadian office is a celebration of our expanding global reach, and is evidence of the increasing demand for sustainable tourism solutions in Canada. We look forward to a future of collaborative efforts and increased positive impacts.”
Sustainable Travel International works with leading global brands, tourism associations, governments, and enterprises to develop groundbreaking solutions that address the industry’s most salient sustainability challenges.
“With increased visitation to vulnerable areas like Canada’s northern regions and small communities throughout the nation, the demand for conscientious development programs is paramount,” said Shannon Guihan, member of Sustainable Travel International Canada’s Executive Board, and Director of Bannikin Travel and Tourism, a Toronto-based consulting firm. “The organization is eager to create a viable path to sustainability for clients and partners in Canada and worldwide.”
Canadian Executive Board Members include:
• Dave Butler, Canadian Mountain Holidays
• Arthur DeJong, Whistler Blackcomb
• Andrea Dixon, Algonquin College
• Dr. Rachel Dodds, Ryerson University
• Lindsey Goodchild, Greengage Mobile
• Dr. Sonya Graci, Ryerson University
• Shannon Guihan, Bannikin Travel & Tourism
• Dr. Patrick Maher, University of Northern British Columbia
• Dr. Edward (Ted) Manning, Tourisk Inc.
• Brian T. Mullis, CEO & Founder, Sustainable Travel International
For more information on Sustainable Travel International Canada, please visit sustainabletravel.org/local/canada.
