ACTA launches 2026 membership drive, early bird prizes up for grabs

ACTA’s 2026 Membership Drive has officially launched.

Current members, including those holding a CTC or CTM designation, can log in to their ACTA profile to renew their membership for 2026.

Once renewed, members will receive their digital ACTA Membership Card which qualifies an ACTA member for perks in 2026.

“Membership with ACTA means being part of a powerful, united voice that ensures Canada’s travel agencies and travel advisors are heard respected and represented at every level,” said Suzanne Acton Gervais, ACTA’s president, in a press release. "As our industry continues to evolve – facing new challenges and opportunities alike ---it’s essential that we stand together as a community of travel professionals to advocate, elevate and celebrate the vital role of travel agencies and travel advisors across the country, while unlocking the tools, connections and recognition that helps our members thrive.”

A 2026 ACTA Membership includes additional access to an exciting year of events and opportunities, such as:

• A dedicated government relations and advocacy team ensuring your voice and the travel industry is recognized and heard!
• Complimentary ACTA Travel Industry Summits in Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal
• Best in Class Immersive Destination Experiences, International Conferences and Educational ACTA Roundtables across the country

A Digital ACTA Membership Card opens a door for all members and their family to instantly access to thousands of savings from brand name stores and local places where you love to travel, shop, eat and play.

Early bird prizes

Early Bird Prizes are also available for those who join or renew with ACTA on or before October 31, 2025.

Anyone who joins or renews with ACTA on or before December 5, 2025 will also be eligible for the grand prize.

Prize winners will be selected via random draw and will be required to answer a skill testing question.

Early Bird Prizes include:

· 5-night hotel stay for 2 at Secrets Playa Esmeralda, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

· 5-night hotel stay for 2 at Secrets Mirabel Cancun Resort & Spa, Mexico

· 2 Porter Airlines round-trip vouchers for travel to any Porter Airlines destination

Grand Prize: (Join or renew by Dec 5*)

· 2 Air Canada Economy round-trip tickets system-wide

As an ACTA member, you’ll gain practical, revenue-focused support; timely advocacy that protects your margins; exclusive supplier introductions and savings to reduce costs; and targeted resources that turn insights into bookings.

Membership also connects advisors directly with peers, partners, and a dedicated membership team ready to help you activate your benefits quickly.

“By joining ACTA, you are supporting the national trade association, and part of a community with a powerful voice, committed to advocating for travel agencies and travel advisors across Canada,” the association said.

For more information on how to renew or to become an ACTA Member, click here. 

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