Granite Travel Trade Expos opened registration on September 2, 2026, for its Fall 2026 series comprising seven events across Western Canada and Ontario. The expos will connect travel advisors with suppliers in cities including Winnipeg, Red Deer, Kelowna, Ottawa, Kingston, Richmond Hill, and Hamilton.
Participating Suppliers and Event Format
Each event will host up to 36 suppliers representing airlines, cruise lines, tour operators, hotels, resorts, and specialty travel companies. Suppliers confirmed for the series include Celebrity Cruises, Collette, Explore Worldwide, Globus, Hyatt Inclusive Collection, Jamaica Tourist Board, MSC Cruises, Sandals & Beaches Resorts, Sunwing Vacations, Tourism Australia, Trafalgar Tours, Uniworld Boutique River Cruises, Visit Myrtle
Beach, Visit Orlando, and WestJet Vacations. Supplier attendance will vary by location.
Beyond the trade shows, participating advisors can attend supplier presentations focused on product knowledge and sales strategies.
Advisor Benefits and Registration
Travel advisors attending the expos will have access to free parking, complimentary dinner, as well as prizes and giveaways. The first 50 advisors to arrive at each event will receive a $20 prepaid Mastercard as an incentive. Registration for advisors is available online at www.granitetravelexpos.com/agents.
Target Markets and Strategic Goals
Brad Dean, President of Granite Travel Trade Expos, stated the events focus on secondary markets with engaged travel advisors. He said, “Granite brings global travel suppliers
to lucrative secondary markets where business is done.” Dean added, “These communities are home to highly engaged travel advisors who represent significant sales opportunities for our supplier partners. Our Expos give advisors direct, face-to-face access to the people, products and information that can help them generate more business.”
