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Membership

With an ITAC membership, there are many benefits and many opportunities to grow your business. Any person or organization that has an interest in advancing Indigenous tourism in Canada may apply to become an ITAC Member.

Thank you for your interest in becoming an ITAC member. The 2025 membership intake opens on January 7.

Members have the opportunity to participate in ITAC marketing, sales and business development programs. Members who are market-ready and no less than 51% Indigenous-owned also have the option to be listed on the DestinationIndigenous.ca website and included in Nations Magazine.

Highlights of Membership Include:

  • Participate in marketing and sales programs.
  • Access training and business development programs
  • Networking opportunities with industry partners.

You are in Good Company

ITAC represents Indigenous-owned and controlled tourism businesses from across the country, including  export-ready and market-ready companies as well as businesses still in development. Any person or organization that has an interest in advancing Indigenous tourism in Canada may apply to become an ITAC Member.

Member Directory

ITAC is a member-driven organization, and it is with your participation that we can continue to champion your voices. ITAC’s voting members are market ready tourism businesses or associations that are Indigenous majority owned and controlled and are operating in Canada. ITAC’s non-voting members include all other industry friends, partners, and organizations, as well as Indigenous tourism businesses who are working towards becoming market ready.

If you have already renewed or applied for a membership we would like to thank you for your continued support for the growth of Indigenous tourism. For additional information about the benefits and application requirements for membership please see the ITAC 2025 Membership Guide.

 

Membership Types

Non-Accredited Indigenous Tourism Businesses

Tourism businesses or associations that are at least 51% Indigenous owned or controlled but are not yet market ready, or are market ready but have not completed their The Original Original accreditation. Businesses applying for this membership type must complete a market readiness checklist as part of their membership application. 

Business Ready TOO Accredited Indigenous Tourism Businesses

New or local-focused businesses beginning their journey into the market. These businesses establish foundational business practices aimed at local recognition and operational stability. This level is ideal for newer businesses aiming to become stable and viable in their communities.

Visitor Ready TOO Accredited Indigenous Tourism Businesses

More mature businesses seeking to expand their market reach. Includes businesses that are equipped to handle larger groups and seasonal changes. They meet additional standards that ensure a high-quality visitor experience and readiness for more regional or national tourism demand.

Export Ready TOO Accredited Indigenous Tourism Businesses

Well-established businesses that cater to international visitors and are integrated into the global travel trade. These businesses offer specialized services and work closely with tour operators, destination marketing organizations, and other travel networks to attract culturally diverse and international markets.

Industry Partners

Indigenous or non-Indigenous businesses, organizations, associations, or persons within Canada who wish to support ITAC’s vision and mission.