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President's Podium: Fuel Surcharges. It’s not a tax, so why treat it like a tax?

May 15 2013 9:45 PM

Canada has some of the lowest government taxes related to fuel purchase on an airline ticket. Much lower compared to many other countries.

However, the problem is not the mandatory government taxes … more
Youth & The Travel Industry: How Do We Attract Young Talent?

May 15 2013 4:44 PM

travelhotnews.com reports:

How can the industry attract young talent?Those in the industry need no convincing that this is an excellent trade to be working in, with many benefits and great people. … more
Who is your nominee for the annual Ches Chard Award?

May 15 2013 4:19 PM

At the ACTA Annual General Meeting being held on July 9, 2013 in Mississauga, ON, the Ches Chard Award will be presented to recognize the best in the Canadian retail travel industry. We are accepting … more

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ACTA pleased with new face for WestJet

Aug 3 2012 9:51 AM

Lyell Farquharson may be a new face at Westjet but is a familiar agent friendly face to ACTA.

ACTA would like to congratulate Lyell who was recently announced as Vice-President Sales for WestJet effective August 28 2012. Lyell joins WestJet from American Express Canada where he has been Vice-President and General Manager of Business Travel Canada for the last five years.

We look forward to working with Lyell and the rest of the WestJet team.