NOTO Blog

Our industry has had concerns about some questionable practices on the part of exploration companies that have threatened tourism values.

Sofa Communications' slogan is "find change in the sofa" and we pride ourselves in offering innovative solutions to all of our clients, large or small. Sofa is proud to be an Allied Member of NOTO.

Contact the Minister of Tourism the Minister of Northern Development and the Premier and let them know what you think. Let your local MPP know how you feel, as well.

This initiative does not change the fact that front-line border officials have very broad discretionary authority. Although this initiative reflects a policy direction from the political leadership, final decisions will continue to be made on the spot as you cross the border.

The Licence Automation Service (LAS) pilot has been completed and the rollouts to year- round issuers have commenced and are in process. The rollouts to seasonal issuers will commence in the spring of this year (2012) and this will affect most of you.

Ontario has helped make Toronto a premier travel destination, growing our economy and creating jobs for families.

Canadian Shield Consultants Agency (CSCA) is an environmental firm specializing in water, wastewater and sewage treatment.

We have also made this publication available electronically. It can be downloaded from this link Mini Outfitter. Please feel free to share this link. We would welcome any feedback or suggestions you would like to share with us.

The five new directors are; Jocelyn Filippini (Allied members president), Peter Spanyi (Allied Vice President), Brenda Baughman (North West Director - Bow Narrow Camp), Cindy Lebrun (North Central Director – Tatnall Camp) and Bruce Wilkins (North East Director – Golden Eagle Camp and Outfitting).

The trained staff members who recently took the course and can provide guidance and help to you are; Andre Dukhia, Tourism Development Specialist (andre@noto.net , 705-472-5552 ext.22) and Laurie Marcil, Member Services Manager (laurie@noto.net , 705-472-5552 ext. 24).