Working Together to Build Tourism in Northern Ontario
We are thrilled to announce that the 2026 Northern Ontario Tourism Summit will be held in Sault Ste. Marie, ON. Check back for updates!
Building on 80+ years of successful fall conferences for the outfitting sector, the Northern Ontario Tourism Summit was developed as a partnership event between Nature and Outdoor Tourism Ontario (NOTO) and Destination Northern Ontario (DNO) to bring together tourism businesses, organizations and suppliers as well as all levels of government at a single event to find solutions to challenges facing the industry. The agenda for this one-of-a-kind Northern Ontario tourism event includes training workshops, information sessions, and innovative problem-solving workshops, a range of speakers as well as numerous opportunities for networking, including a trade show of product and service providers to the tourism industry.
Agenda
This year’s program will feature more than 20 sessions designed to explore the key forces shaping the future of tourism and lots of networking
opportunities, including:
Long-term planning and regional alignment to strengthen destination growth
Using data, research, and insights to measure impact and guide decision-making
Accessing funding, grants, and investment opportunities for tourism development
Developing new niche experiences and compelling visitor offerings
Building a strong workforce through youth engagement, training, and education
Advancing Indigenous-led tourism and meaningful partnerships
The role of AI, cybersecurity, and digital tools in transforming the tourism sector
We look forward to bringing industry leaders together for insightful discussions, practical strategies, and meaningful connections.
*Note: agenda subject to change.
Tuesday November 3rd
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| Time | Description | Location |
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Wednesday November 4th
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Thursday November 5th
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Event Information
This is where you'll find everything you need to know about NOTS 2026. If you can't find what you're looking for, or if you have any questions, please contact us. Additional event information to come, be sure to check back for updates!
Ticket Pricing
Full Conference Registration - $400.00
All access pass to everything from the Opening Reception to the President's and Gala Awards Dinner.
Operators receive $50 off the full conference registration rate. Please contact us to request your promo code.
Full Conference Registration and Tradeshow Booth - $900.00
Includes one tradeshow booth ($500) and one full conference pass ($400). Early bird rate for the booth is $450 if the tradeshow booth is confirmed and paid for by August 31st. Please contact us to request your promo code.
Opening Reception - $75.00
Access to the Opening Reception on Tuesday, November 3rd, 2026. Location TBA.
Wednesday Day Pass - $200.00
Includes access to Wednesday's sessions. Excludes the President's and Gala Awards Dinner
Thursday Day Pass - $150.00
Includes access to Thursday's sessions. Sessions end at 1:00 pm.
Gala Only Ticket $100.00
Includes registration to the President's and Gala Awards dinner only on Wednesday, November 4th, 2026.
Accommodations
Host Hotel - Quattro Hotel and Conference Centre
229 Great Northern Road,
Sault Ste. Marie, ON,
Canada, P6B 4Z2
Phone: 705-942-2500 or Toll-free: 800-563-7262
Call and mention the Northern Ontario Tourism Summit to reserve your room.
The cutoff date for this block is October 5th, 2026.
Opening Reception
Stay tuned for updates.
NOTO Industry Awards
The NOTO Awards were created to recognize the incredible individuals who bring Ontario’s outdoor tourism industry to life. Each year, we honour members who have gone above and beyond by protecting our natural environment, enhancing tourism products, or taking the time to participate in meaningful ways to advance tourism across the province.
Nominations are now closed.
The NOTO Awards will be presented at the Presidents & Gala Awards dinner.
For more information click here.
FAQ
01 | What should I wear to the summit? Pack business casual attire. Evening events are casual. The President's and Gala Awards dinner is a black tie event. |
02 | When does the room block close? The room block will close on October 5th 2026. We strongly encourage you to book your room as early as possible. Once the block is full, the special rate will no longer be available. Guests booking outside of the block should expect to pay approximately $100 more per night. |
Sponsorship
Interested in sponsoring the Northern Ontario Tourism Summit? Contact us to learn more and get involved!
Tradeshow Exhibitors
Interested in becoming an exhibitor at the Northern Ontario Tourism Summit? Contact Kate at kate@noto.net to learn more and get involved!
Thank You to our Sponsors!
Stay tuned for updates.
Diamond Sponsors
Tradeshow Exhibitors
2026 Exhibitors List
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Hear from past attendees!
“Thank you for all the hard work in pulling off another great event. We got so much out of it, and I heard so many people talking about the opportunities, learning, and incredible networking.”
— 2024 Northern Ontario Tourism Summit Attendee
