This is not
your average membership.
An organization with unmatched expertise, The Culinary Tourism Alliance has been dedicated to growing food tourism in Ontario for over 15 years, and we want you in on the action.
Along with a list of other great benefits - listed below - Ontario-based member destinations, sector organizations, educational institutions, and food groups enjoy marketing exposure through our consumer channel, Ontario Culinary. Coupled with our @OntarioCulinary social channels, this is a powerful tool used by our members to amplify Ontario’s food stories and tell new ones.
As of January 1, 2023, Ontario members also receive 50% off membership on our national channel, Canada Culinary (launching Spring 2023).
Join the Culinary Tourism Alliance and put your destination on the food tourism map.
Join us and help create a dynamic, delicious Ontario.
Looking for some details about our reach through Ontario Culinary?
Take a look at our content marketing initiatives.
ALLIANCE BENEFITS
Comprehensive Membership Newsletter featuring news & opportunities
Access to the Members-Only Hub featuring Alliance resources for your organization and stakeholders
Opportunity for Associate Membership with TIAC for only $25!
15% discount on regular price tickets to the Taste of Place Summit
Representation for you to media, consumers and government
Representation within TIAC, TIAO, ITAC and UN Tourism
Eligibility to serve on the Board of Directors
Access to our Annual General Meeting with voting privileges
Annual report on the successes and future plans of the Alliance
Access to “How to Tell your Food Story” webinar content and online delivery, subject to staff availability
CONSUMER MARKETING BENEFITS
Logo presence on OntarioCulinary.com
Customizable destination profile page on OntarioCulinary.com including interactive map, dynamic Instagram gallery and itinerary inspiration
Full year of ad space on OntarioCulinary.com
Members receive 52 weeks of complimentary ad space. Artwork must be provided by the member.
Destination feature in Do Something Delicious! Newsletter
Periodic destination features on @OntarioCulinary social channels
Exclusive access to online Culinary Calendar for you and your stakeholders
Opportunity to provide sponsored content for all platforms
Social media love when you tag @OntarioCulinary or use #FeastOn
FEEL GOOD BENEFITS
Grow food tourism in Ontario
Support stakeholders in your region interested in accessing our knowledge base and promotional channels
Contribute to the collective voice building Ontario’s diverse foodways
Support the annual Ontario Culinary Tourism Awards of Excellence program
Access the wealth of expertise in food tourism development
Stay in the know on who is doing what in food and tourism across Ontario
Membership Fees
Our membership is made up forward-thinking Destination Marketing Organizations, Sector Organizations, Educational Institutions,
Good Food Groups and Regional Tourism Organizations. Partnership fees are based on annual budget.
$500
Colleges, Universities
and educational institutions
$1000
Organizations with an annual budget
under $1.5 million
per year
$2500
Organizations with an annual budget between $1.5 million - $2.5 million
per year
$5000
Organizations with an annual budget over $2.5 million per year
$100
Individuals from the industry who wish to serve on the CTA BOD and have access to the newsletter
Meet the new(ish) OntarioCulinary.com
The food tourists field guide to the best local food + drink in Ontario
powered by our membership community
The Culinary Tourism Alliance is Ontario’s voice for food tourism through strategic partnership and authoritative, trusted advocacy.
Members benefit from the CTA’s strong ties with the Ontario and federal governments. Our membership base has allowed us to, collectively, make some pretty incredible strides in Ontario. Some of the most significant work the CTA has accomplished include:
Successful implementation of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sports 2005-2015 Ontario Culinary Tourism Strategy Development of a framework for the facilitation of direct connections between growers/producers and the hospitality sectors through our Forums on Food Tourism
Expanded food tourism experiences through strategic development work with destinations across Ontario
Establishment of the consumer website OntarioCulinary.com and associated channels
Provided input on the Local Food Act and worked to ensure is top of mind in future developments
Active involvement with the Food Integrity Committee, the Tourism Industry Association of Ontario, the Tourism Industry Association of Canada, the United Nations World Tourism Organization and the Ocean Wise Advisory Committee
Conception and implementation of Ontario’s award-winning food tourism recovery program: The Great Taste of Ontario
Founding partner of the Canadian Centre for Culinary Tourism Excellence