In this issue:

• Destination Toronto Celebrates TIFF at 50;
• Participate in our 2026 Winter Co-Op Marketing Program (Ontario/Quebec); 
• The Relationships and Ingredients that Define MICHELIN Recognition; and more.

Destination Toronto Celebrates TIFF at 50 

To mark the Toronto International Film Festival's 50th anniversary, Destination Toronto gathered select media for a panel on TIFF’s creative legacy and economic impact. Moderated by Style Canada Editor-in-Chief Elise Gasbarrino, the discussion featured Judy Lung (TIFF), celebrity stylist Venetia Kidd, and film producer Enrique Miguel Baniqued.

Participate in our 2026 Winter Co-Op Marketing Program (Ontario/Quebec) 

Our Longer Nights, Brighter Lights cooperative marketing program is back for winter 2026! If you’d like to learn more, please complete the form below to register for our virtual information session on September 26 at 10 a.m.

The Relationships and Ingredients that Define MICHELIN Recognition

The MICHELIN Guide Toronto & Region will be announced on September 18. We spoke with four restaurants and their purveyors about their relationships and the connection to the quality ingredients that define them.

Toronto Scores Big in Mexico City

Last week in Mexico City, Destination Toronto brought together more than 50 journalists to showcase the city’s sports scene. From iconic franchises and the launch of women’s professional teams to the countdown to FIFA World Cup 26, the event highlighted why Toronto is a must-visit destination for sports fans.

Lonely Planet Highlights Toronto as a Cultural Hotspot

DT recently secured coverage in Lonely Planet that highlights Toronto as a vibrant, multicultural city with standout attractions, diverse neighbourhoods, and a thriving food scene, strengthening its appeal as a top urban destination.

Save The Date: Tourism Day at Queen’s Park

Exclusive to TIAO Members, Tourism Day at Queen’s Park, is TIAO’s annual lobby day event at the provincial legislature. The event, on December 8, offers tourism industry leaders and stakeholders valuable face time with MPPs, Ministers, and government officials.

Apply for Doors Open Toronto 2026

Applications are now open for new sites and tours to join Doors Open Toronto on May 23-24, 2026. This year’s theme, The World in a City, invites participants to help open doors and minds across Toronto. Share your space, connect with the public, and be part of this beloved annual event.

Busking and Street Vendor By-Law Review 

The City of Toronto is reviewing by-laws to improve clarity and expand opportunities for performers and vendors across the city. Share your feedback by completing a short survey by Tuesday, September 30 or attending a public consultation.