The 2023 Southern Ontario Tourism Conference is a two-day event packed full of new experiences, expert speakers and inspirational moments.
Take a look at our agenda outline to see what’s in store for you.
For our virtual conference attendees, a link to access the virtual conference will be sent to delegates prior to the event.
Monday, March 6, 2023
Experiential Learning Tours (optional pre-conference)Welcome Reception hosted by Tourism Hamilton and is located across the road from the Sheraton at The Art Gallery of Hamilton.12:30 - 4:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Day One - Tuesday, March 7, 2023
7:30 a.m. Breakfast 8:30 a.m. Welcome Tourism Update Keynote speaker - Bruce Poon Breakout Sessions (3) Lunch Breakout Sessions (3) [Remember to Scroll down after you click to see Tuesday Afternoon Sessions!] Keynote speaker - Michael Bach 4:30 p.m. Free time5:00 p.m. Virtual Happy Hour Experience (virtual attendees)5:30 p.m. Cash Bar Open Reception 6:00 p.m. Dinner and Innovation Awards Night will be hosted in the Main Ballroom of the Sheraton [ Business Casual ]8:00 p.m. SO Social - hosted by Tourism Hamilton at the Sheraton. Day Two - Wednesday, March 8, 2023
7:30 a.m. Breakfast8:30 a.m. Welcome Breakout Sessions (3) [Remember to Scroll down after you click to see Wednesday Sessions!] Keynote speaker - Julie Cole Closing remarks12:30 p.m. Safe travels home