2026 Cornwall and SDG Counties Tourism Summit

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SDG COUNTIES, Ontario - Local tourism businesses, community organizations, and event planners are invited to the 2026 Cornwall and SDG Counties Tourism Summit. Building on the success of the inaugural summit held last year, this year’s event will take place on April 22, 2026, at the South Stormont Community Hall from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The 2026 Summit, held in partnership with Cornwall Tourism, is designed to provide business and industry leaders with the tools necessary to thrive in an evolving tourism market. The summit focuses on leadership, innovation, and the digital landscape, offering attendees a unique opportunity to align regional priorities and explore new growth strategies.

“This Summit continues to be an important opportunity for tourism partners to learn, connect, and grow together. By focusing on leadership, funding, innovation, and digital trends, we’re equipping our industry with the tools needed to remain competitive and resilient.” Karina Belanger, Tourism Supervisor, SDG Counties.

The day begins with a networking continental breakfast followed by a regional tourism update highlighting current initiatives and collaborative priorities across SDG Counties and Cornwall.

Featured sessions include:

  • Leadership Development | Sheli Warren: Practical tools to strengthen leadership capacity within tourism organizations. (Session supported by Cornwall SDG Business Enterprise Centre)
  • Tourism Development Fund Update: Insights into funding opportunities and regional investment priorities.
  • “Just Be Yourself!” | Dug Stevenson & Trevor Norris: Experts from the Bay of Quinte Regional Marketing Board discuss building an accessible and sustainable destination by embracing authentic identity.
  • AI Affecting Web Traffic | Cathy Kirkpatrick: Exploring how artificial intelligence is reshaping online visibility and visitor engagement.

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