In this issue:

• Watch Bravo’s Top Chef: Destination Canada tonight;
• Bravo Top Chef host Gail Simmons chats with Toronto Life;
• CBC News: the U.S.-Canada trade war’s impact on tourism;
• And more.

Watch Bravo’s Top Chef: Destination Canada Tonight!

Tonight’s the night! Bravo’s Top Chef: Destination Canada season 22 premieres with fifteen chefs competing for the title of Top Chef. Watch the premiere and keep your eyes peeled for flavours and scenes of Toronto - we’ll be serving up plenty of ways to celebrate the city’s diverse food scene.

Toronto-raised Gail Simmons chats with Toronto Life

The Forest Hill native and Bravo Top Chef host dishes on Canadians' views of Toronto’s culinary scene, the importance of supporting neighbourhood spots and where she recommended the cast and crew dine in the city.

CBC News: the U.S.-Canada trade war’s impact on tourism

CBC News connected with Peter Doyle from Ripley's Aquarium, Peter George from the CN Tower, and Andrew Weir from Destination Toronto on how the U.S.-Canada trade war could impact travel this March break.

The Spring Briefing is almost full!

Spots are filling up fast for the Spring Briefing. Sign up today to join us on March 27th at 3:00 p.m. at TIFF Lightbox to hear all about our new 3-year Strategic Plan and bold approach to attracting visitors. A networking reception will follow at Luma.

Boosting Toronto’s business ecosystem through women’s sports

Toronto has become the epicentre for the growth and enthusiasm around women’s professional sports. DT worked with The New York Business Journal to shine a light on the potential benefits to Toronto’s business ecosystem.

DT team members share their perspectives on empowerment

This year for International Women’s Day, we asked six Destination Toronto team members to share their perspectives on empowerment, highlighting how the industry can uplift and support women at every stage of their careers.

Relax, Recharge, Renew: It’s not too late to donate

Thank you to the tourism and hospitality businesses who have donated to Relax, Recharge, Renew, Destination Toronto’s signature social responsibility initiative that provides a weekend break to local parents of children with complex special needs. It’s not too late to participate if you’d like to provide an in-kind donation.

BMO Field enhancements for the FIFA World Cup 26

In partnership with MLSE, the City of Toronto unveiled plans to transform BMO Field (Toronto Stadium) into a state-of-the-art venue ready to host the FIFA World Cup 26™ with upgrades that will benefit stadium-goers well beyond the tournament. 

City of Toronto Responds to American Economic Policy

The City of Toronto is actively engaging with federal and provincial governments to effectively respond to tariffs on U.S. imports from Canada by the American government. Take a 5 min survey to share the impact to your business.

TRBOT Resources to navigate trade uncertainty 

The Toronto Region Board of Trade has released a paper, Complacency to Competitiveness: A Blueprint for Canada’s Economic Future, and a playbook, Weathering the Storm, to support businesses in navigating tariffs and trade uncertainty.