Description: The Visitor Economy Office builds upon past programs and expertise while embracing a new ‘locals-first’ approach founded in sustainability, community, creativity and prosperity. In doing so, the City is creating more meaningful and durable outcomes for business, culture, the tourism industry and Torontonians throughout all four seasons. The City of Toronto developed the Visitor Economy: […]
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The Tourism and Hospitality industry has been the hardest hit sector of the economy since March 2020, when the World Health Organization (WHO) declared COVID-19 a global pandemic. Collectively, the tourism industry remains resilient and hopeful as the sector moves towards recovery. Once again, Toronto is eager to provide visitors with exceptional customer service, attractions, music festivals, and events backed by some of Canada’s best convention and sports facilities.
The Tourism and Hospitality industry statistics listed below reflect pre-pandemic numbers. With the industry’s commitment to recovery, as the visitor economy reopens, this vibrant, dynamic and world-class city strives to welcome back over 27.5 million visitors annually.
(Source: Toronto’s Visitor Economy , Tourism Toronto, 2019).