From reactive to proactive: TDC Invites industry to free webcast with Scott Simons

Transat Distribution Canada (TDC) is marking National Travel Advisor Appreciation Day with a special initiative open to the entire industry, for the second year in a row. 

Once again, TDC is offering travel professionals from all networks a complimentary wellness break amid their busy schedules, in the form of a free live webcast led by health and wellness expert Scott Simons. Entitled From Reactive to Proactive in 61 Minutes, it will take place on May 14.

People at the Heart of Travel

“People are at the heart of our business,” said Karine Gagnon, general manager of TDC, in a press release. “Human beings creating experiences for the benefit of other human beings. And at the core of it all are travel advisors. They listen, guide, reassure, and transform the desire to escape into concrete itineraries. They bring ideas to life. In a world where artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly prevalent, their expertise is a safe and reassuring anchor for travellers.”

With this in mind, Gagnon has a message for the entire industry: “To honour the contribution of travel advisors, we want to proudly and clearly highlight the importance of their role. In fact, we want to say thank you to the women and men who embody the travel experience every day, across all networks, by gifting them a live wellness webcast—an energy stopover—for the second year in a row.”

“Saying thank you is essential. But moving from words to action, as we are doing with this webcast, truly matters to us at TDC. This energy stopover with Scott Simons aligns perfectly with that intention: helping each person move away from a constant sense of urgency, better manage their energy, and preserve breathing space—even when the pace is intense.”

An expert in health and wellness

In the travel advisor profession, it is easy to slip into reactive mode: emergencies, unexpected situations, last-minute changes. 

Everyone ends up racing against the clock. “I genuinely want to demystify the first steps toward taking control of one’s health. Too often, we think it has to be complicated, intense, or perfect. In reality, it starts simply, here and now, with small, repeated, conscious actions,” stated Scott Simons, health and wellness expert and keynote speaker for more than 20 years.

He adds: “When we elevate ourselves individually, we elevate the collective. Every person who takes care of their energy, presence, and health directly influences their team, their environment, and their industry. Self-care is not a luxury—it’s a responsibility. When we feel well, we become more present, more grounded, and better able to support others. The oxygen mask analogy isn’t just an image—it’s an essential truth.”

“I find it powerful that an organization is sending such a strong message to an entire industry: slow down to move forward more effectively, choose yourself in order to perform better. I’m honoured to support travel advisors on this energizing stopover with TDC!”

To watch Scott Simons’ invitation, click here.

To attend From Reactive to Proactive in 61 Minutes and register for Scott Simons’ free English-speaking conference, click here. Space is limited. (May 14 at 2 p.m. EST. French session on May 14 at 10 a.m. EST.)

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