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Sustainable Tourism
Sustainable Tourism
Sustainability is more than a buzzword. For the tourism industry, globally and here in Canada, it is nothing short of an imperative.
Randy Williams, President & CEO, Tourism Industry Association of Canada
Sharing the Passion, Sharing the Leadership Parks Canada will only be successful in safeguarding
these national treasures for future generations if they are successful in fully engaging Canadians
and have more and more Canadians share the passion and commitment to protecting and presenting Canadas natural and cultural heritage.
Alan Latourelle CEO, Parks Canada Corporate Plan
Tourisms Vision
Tourisms Mission
Deliver world-class cultural and leisure experiences year round, While preserving and sharing Canadas clean, safe and natural environments. Guided by values of Respect, Integrity and Empathy
Sustainable Tourism
Fosters appreciation and stewardship of
natural, cultural and historic resources & places by residents, industry, governments and visitors.
Sustainable Tourism
Viable over the long term, as it Results in net benefit for social, economic, natural and cultural environments in which it takes place.
Ethics
In designing, developing and marketing high quality tourism products, facilities and services
Ends Statements
Tourism providers benefit from: Lower costs through efficiency and waste
reduction
Contributions to well-being, Respect for rights and values Full participation in tourism decisions
Commitment
Sustainable tourism is a guiding concept for sound management of Canadas tourism experiences We will Balance economic objectives with respect for natural, cultural and social environments
Guidelines
We will: Protect ..Natural & Cultural Heritage Resources Promote Appreciation and Enjoyment Respect .Involve Host Communities Influence ...Expectations and Use Minimize Impacts Raise ..Awareness Work ...Together Contribute..Globally
Promote Awareness & Enjoyment Enrich travel experiences Support protection & sensitive use
Respect rights and values Educate about tourism Meaningful roles Long-term benefits
Through
Minimize Impacts
Limit negative impact of tourism on natural & cultural environments by
Raise Awareness
Work Together
Common goals, Co-ordinated actions, Exchange information Develop shared plans
Contribute Globally
Show leadership Honour commitments Contribute to capability building Sharing best practices
A Shared Responsibility
Heritage Conservation Sensitive Appreciation and Enjoyment Quality Tourism Services and Business Socially Conscious Travelers
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