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ACTA Announces 2026 Regional Advisory Committee Chairs and Vice-Chairs

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The Association of Canadian Travel Agencies and Travel Advisors (ACTA) is pleased to announce the Chairs and Vice-Chairs for its 2026 Regional Advisory Committees. ACTA extends its sincere congratulations to all appointees and expresses deep gratitude for their leadership, commitment, and service to the Canadian travel agency and travel advisor community. 
 
ACTA’s Regional Advisory Committees play a vital role in representing members across the country, supporting advocacy efforts, and providing valuable insights that help shape the future of Canada’s travel industry. The 2026 committee leaders will guide regional engagement, collaboration, and strategic initiatives throughout the year. 

2026 Regional Advisory Committee Chairs and Vice-Chairs 

British Columbia and Yukon 
  • Chair: Mark Greenwood, Travel Masters 
  • Vice-Chair: Kimberly Wood, Maritime Travel 
Alberta and Northwest Territories 
  • Chair: Peter Keyter, South Travel Inc.  
  • Vice-Chair: Shelly Ewing, CTC, Tier One Travel 
Manitoba and Saskatchewan 
Manitoba 
  • Co-Chair: Mary Jane Hiebert, CTC, Oyster Travel 
  • Co Vice-Chair: Melanie Carter, CTM, Carmel Escapes 
Saskatchewan 
  • Co-Chair: Jamie Milton, CTM, UNIGLOBE Carefree Travel 
  • Co Vice-Chair: Karen Schabel, CTM, CAA Saskatchewan 
Ontario 
  • Chair: Maria da Cunha, CTC, daCunha Voyages Inc. 
  • Vice-Chair: Jacqueline Mizon, La Salle Travel Services 
Québec 
  • Chair: Véronique Capra, Passion Monde, Voyages Bergeron 
  • Vice-Chair: Serge H. Malaison, Voyages Centaures 
Atlantic Canada 
  • Chair: Scott Stone, CTC, Universal Travel 
  • Vice-Chair: Paulette Solomon, The Travel Store/The Travel Clinic 
The Regional Advisory Committees will be supported by internal ACTA representatives working closely with each region. Fiona Bowen, Senior Manager, Membership, is responsible for Ontario and Atlantic Canada. Yacine Bimich, Membership Manager (Bilingual), is the ACTA lead for Québec. Lesley Berry, Membership Manager, serves as the point person for British Columbia and Yukon; Alberta and the Northwest Territories; and Manitoba and Saskatchewan. 
 
“When we work closely with our members across the country, we achieve the strongest outcomes for Canada’s travel agencies and advisors,” said Suzanne Acton-Gervais, President of ACTA. “Our Regional Advisory Committees play a critical role in ensuring we stay connected to the needs of our members, share information effectively across regions, and advocate with a unified and informed voice.” 
 
ACTA thanks all incoming and returning committee leaders for their dedication and willingness to serve. Their expertise and regional perspectives are essential to advancing ACTA’s mission to support, advocate for, and elevate Canada’s travel agencies and independent travel advisors. 
 
For more information about ACTA Regional Advisory Committee representatives, please visit  or contact:   

2026-03-03 09:39:45