ACTA held its Eastern Canada regional summit in Toronto last week. And besides a full slate of news, education and a Grand Trade show, the association celebrated excellence and innovation, and outstanding achievements and remarkable contributions in the Canadian travel industry, with a number of member awards. They included the well-known Louise Gardner of Kitchener, Ont. for her advocacy (banner photo, centre).

Others included:

Corporate Travel Advisor Award Winner: Adam Taylor (Bedford, NS)

Tomorrow’s Leader Award Winner: Allison Long (Calgary)

Ches Chard Education Award Winner: Joanne Gellatly CTC (Toronto)

CTC/CTM Lifetime Achievement Award Winner: Lynda Tomilin CTC (Barrie, Ont.)

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Leisure Travel Advisor Award Winner: Mary De Almeida CTC (Mississauga, Ont.)