The Association of Canadian Travel Agencies (ACTA) released a statement today indicating it is extremely concerned by what it refers to as “the illegal tariff measures imposed by the United States" introduced Tuesday.
Warning that continued trade disruptions will have dire consequences on the economies of both countries, ACTA urges members of the travel industry to take action with the following suggestions:
- “If you normally book travel to the United States, write directly to state senators about how much business you sell to their state, how these tariffs are risking this valuable economic activity and ask them to advocate to have these tariffs removed. Senator contact information is available here: www.senate.gov/senators/senators-contact.htm
- Voice your opposition to these tariffs on social media, clearly articulating how they will impact your business and your clients. Refrain from derogatory comments, just state the facts and reiterate that Americans have been our allies, friends and neighbours for decades.
- Share concrete examples with ACTA about how these tariffs are affecting your bookings and business operations so we can strengthen our advocacy efforts. Please email Avery Campbell, Director of Advocacy and Industry Relations, at [email protected]. We are particularly interested in learning about changes to future bookings to the US and how your business is being impacted, and ideas for support that governments can provide.”
ACTA continues to play a strong advocacy role, and shares the steps they are taking on behalf of its members:
“ACTA has been joining weekly meetings with the Federal government over the past month and will continue vigorously advocating for travel agencies, travel advisors, and independent travel advisors with all levels of government.
We are currently assessing the full impact of these tariffs as the situation unfolds and will be communicating with members on a timely basis through our various communication channels – member advisories, media releases, ACTA social channels and live information sessions.
Should the tariffs remain in place, we will be moving to monthly townhall updates, or more frequently as needed, to keep our travel agencies, travel advisors and independent travel advisors informed and engaged in advocacy efforts.
ACTA is closely monitoring this situation and is in active dialogue with key industry stakeholders and governments on both sides of the border. We will strongly advocate for our members to be protected from the economic fallout from the tariffs and the damage it will do to our industry.”
You are invited to join the ACTA Town Hall meeting next week for more discussion on the topic: Register Now for ACTA Town Hall.
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