ACTA has a launched a new referral program for 2026 in where one lucky travel advisor or agency will win a once-in-a-lifetime Antarctic expedition courtesy of ACTA partner, Aurora Expeditions (banner photo).
Importantly, participants will also be supporting the growth and strength of Canada’s national travel trade association, notes ACTA.
Running until Aug. 31, 2026, the program encourages industry professionals to join, renew, refer, and certify – all the while earning ballots toward the exclusive Grand Prize Draw with every qualifying action.
Participants can increase their chances of winning by engaging more deeply with ACTA throughout the campaign period – the more actions completed, the more ballots earned.
How to earn ballots
Join or renew ACTA membership for 2026
- Earn one ballot for each new membership or renewal completed during the campaign period.
- Retroactive eligibility applies to all 2026 renewals completed on or after Sept. 1, 2025.
Refer a Travel Advisor or Travel Agency to Join ACTA
- Earn three ballots for each successful referral.
- Referrals help strengthen ACTA’s advocacy efforts with government and industry partners.
- Referrers must ensure their name is included on the application or referral form.
- Submit your referral here: acta.ca/forms/referral_form_2026.php
Enroll in, Complete, or Renew CTC/CTM Certification
- Earn one ballot for enrolling in, completing, or renewing a Certified Travel Counsellor (CTC) or Certified Travel Manager (CTM) designation.
- Earn three ballots for each successful referral to the certification program.
Grand Prize
Courtesy of Aurora Expeditions in partnership with ACTA, one winner will receive one complimentary cabin (1x FOC) on the South Georgia, Falklands and Antarctica expedition aboard the Sylvia Earle.
- Cabin category: Balcony B
- Approximate value: CDN$45,000
Full contest rules and program details are available HERE.
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