It’s summer. Let’s go on vacation.
But where?
When you look for a tourism experience—what draws you in?
An incredible adventure?
A cultural connection?
A chance to expand your mind?
Maybe even do some good in the meanwhile?
Well, today my guest is Zane Buchanan.
Zane is the Creative Manager at the Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada—a global leader marketing and developing Indigenous tourism experiences.
And we’re going to talk about how you can do all of the above and more, right here in Canada.
How you can enjoy life-changing experiences, forge cultural connections, learn and grow—all while having an awesome vacation.
Because today we’re talking about Indigenous tourism.
What is that? Well—stay tuned. Because Zane’s got a lot to say.
Learn More:
- Destination Indigenous
- Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada (ITAC)
- Indigenous Tourism Destination Fund
CONTENT/TRIGGER WARNING: Mentions of Residential Schools, Assimilation, Ongoing Harm, Colonial Impacts. The Residential Schools Crisis Line is available 24-hours a day for anyone experiencing pain or distress as a result of his or her Residential school experience. For immediate support call 1-800-721-0066.
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