Membership
Become a CITAP+ Member
CITAP+ Member Benefits
We welcome new members, and encourage membership renewals for uninterrupted access to all the benefits of membership, including:
Networking Events
CITAP+ has three signature events annually:
- Golf Tournament held in Western Canada during the month of July and in Eastern Canada in August;
- Winter Function, which is the largest event, generally takes place in the first week of December.
Seminars, Workshop, FAMs
In addition to the networking events, CITAP+ holds workshops and information seminars for members. For example, the “Chinese Speaking Guide Training Program” and “YVR – the Connecting Hub” presented by YVR Airline Business Development. We also hold FAMs for Receptive Tour Operator members in coordination with Destination Market Organizations.
Global Market Updates
CITAP+ Members receive reports on international markets based on information/data provided from the Receptive Tour Operators who are the front-line people when it comes to inbound travel news.
Also, as a part of the Winter Function, market updates are presented in a panel discussion format consisting of panellists representing the major markets.
Advocacy for Members
As an association to support the Receptive Tour Operators handling global markets in Canada, our Advocacy Committee speaks to and works with various levels of the government and industry related associations. To find out more about current issues, please login to visit Advocacy Updates.
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Become a Member
CITAP+ is an association with members from various market segments of the Hospitality Tourism industry that operate in Canada and/or related to a business with the Canadian Travel Industry. Our mission is to improve the business environment for inbound tourism and to further develop Canada as the preferred destination for international travelers.
The information below outlines the categories of membership, the applicable membership fees, eligibility criteria for membership, and other important information regarding CITAP+ membership.
Read all about CITAP+ membership benefits here.
Receptive Tour Operator
A corporation that is incorporated and in good standing under the CBCA or any provincial statute in Canada, and which is actively handling inbound tours from Europe, the Americas and Asia Pacific regions in Canada as the primary business of said corporation.
Join for $350
for access until Dec. 31, 2025
Destination Marketing Organization
A corporation that is incorporated and in good standing under CBCA or any provincial legislation in Canada, and which is actively promoting a non-provincial region in Canada, as a travel destination.
Join for $450
for access until Dec. 31, 2025
Provincial Marketing Organization
A corporation that is incorporated and in good standing under CBCA or any provincial legislation in Canada, and which is actively promoting any province or territory in Canada, as a travel destination.
Join for $600
for access until Dec. 31, 2025
Canadian or United States Supplier
A corporation related to the hospitality and tourism industry, such as transportation companies, hotels, airline companies, restaurants, retail shops, attractions, or relevant tourism partners, with less than two locations or 200 employees.
Join for $500
for access until Dec. 31, 2025
Canadian or United States Supplier—National/Regional
A corporation related to the hospitality and tourism industry, such as transportation companies, hotels, airline companies, restaurants, retail shops, attractions, or relevant tourism partners with two or more locations and more than 200 employees.
Join for $700
for access until Dec. 31, 2025
Association or Society
A professional travel-related association or society.
Join for $700
for access until Dec. 31, 2025
Retail Travel Agency
A corporation that is incorporated and in good standing under the CBCA or any provincial legislation, and whose primary business is serving the general public as a travel agency in its local area.
Join for $300
for access until Dec. 31, 2025
Dependent Branch Office
A branch office or subsidiary of RTO or CUS member.
Join for $300
for access until Dec. 31, 2025
Individuals
Individuals, such as tour coach drivers, tour guides, driver-guides, interpreters, etc.
Join for $200
for access until Dec. 31, 2025
Media
A corporation or partnership which publishes consumer and/or trade publications, including the full range of communication media of television and radio, on a regular basis.
Join for $300
for access until Dec. 31, 2025
Upon admission, all members must comply with CITAP+’s Bylaws
All prices in Canadian Dollars – CAD
Membership fees are GST/HST exempt until further notice. CBCA: The Canadian Business Corporations Act., R.S.C., 1985 as amended from time to time.
Membership Renewal
- Membership will be extended automatically unless you send us written notice of intent to resign the membership at least 30 days before the end of the membership.
- Prior to the expiration of the membership, members will receive notice of renewal 15 days and seven days prior to renewal.
- Membership renewal fees must be paid on or before the date of renewal in order to continue membership with CITAP+.
- Re-admission to membership must be within two months of resignation or termination, or the membership will be considered a new member.