Tourism Kingston

What a great night at the Feast On? Mixer in Kingston. Tourism Kingston, in partnership with the Culinary Tourism Alliance, brought together our restaurant and hospitality community for an evening of networking, collaboration, and great local food. Attendees learned about Feast On? certification, which recognizes food businesses sourcing Ontario-grown ingredients—supporting local farmers, sustainability, and authentic culinary experiences. A big thank you to Black Dog Tavern for the delicious bites and to everyone who helped support Lionhearts Inc. with proceeds going to this great cause. Through our partnership with the Culinary Tourism Alliance, Kingston’s food scene is showcased on Ontario Culinary, Canada Culinary, and more—solidifying our city as a top food destination. ?? Interested in Feast On? certification? Learn more on the Ontario Culinary website: https://lnkd.in/gp6piYTS

In the latest episode of the Forward Motion podcast from Tourism Industry Association of Ontario, Megan Knott, CEO of Tourism Kingston, shares insights into the city's dynamic tourism industry. She discusses how Kingston's unique blend of history, natural beauty, and cultural vibrancy attracts 3 million visitors annually, contributing over $500 million to the local economy. She emphasizes the importance of community partnerships, strategic planning, and resident engagement in fostering sustainable tourism and economic growth. Check out how Kingston leverages its rich heritage and collaborative efforts to boost tourism with transformational impact, listen to the full episode online: The All Encompassing DMO, Driving High Impact Economic Growth. https://lnkd.in/gyQfqjAW

Another week, another exciting batch of sport events to welcome to Kingston! ?? We're pleased to welcome the Ontario Minor Hockey Association as they arrive in town for the OMHA Championship Tournament from March 28 to 30. Championships for U11, U13, U15 AAA and U21 will all be hosted at the Invista Centre, and you can find all the details on the OMHA website: https://lnkd.in/gjyR9eJi ??♀? This weekend Water Polo Canada's Eastern Senior Championships will be coming to Queen's Athletics & Recreation. Keep an eye on Water Polo Canada's website for more details. https://www.waterpolo.ca/ Best of luck to all the athletes, and a special thank you to our partners who helped organize and facilitate these events!

?? Today we celebrate Earth Hour, an opportunity to switch off and commit 60 minutes to care for our planet, whether it be taking a long walk outside, enjoying a good book by the window, or even just switching off your lights for an hour. Improving sustainability is core to our goals at Tourism Kingston, and one of the ways we encourage a more thoughtful and environmentally-conscious approach is through the ways we enjoy our city. Some of our favourite ways to do this are by supporting local farmers and producers, exploring the outdoors, engaging with businesses that focus on green experiences, and platforming sustainable initiatives in town. The best part is that anyone can have a great time in Kingston while engaging in sustainable practices. Check out our guide to a sustainable weekend in Kingston to get a taste of the many ways visitors and locals alike can celebrate Earth Hour any day of the year. https://lnkd.in/gv8n3Dhe

We've got an exciting few days ahead of us in Kingston! ?? The city will be hosting both the annual Kids for Kids Hockey Tournament in arenas across Kingston on March 21, 22, and 23. Spectators are welcome to come out and catch the action, and you can find all the details on the Kids for Kids website: https://lnkd.in/gDjebxVZ ?? There's also a special coaching course from Wheelchair Basketball Canada being hosted at the Queen's Athletics & Recreation Centre on March 22 and 23. Learn more on the Wheelchair Basketball Canada website: https://lnkd.in/g4SgZtaj Good luck to all the athletes, and thank you to our partners who helped facilitate and organize these events!

Sport Event Congress is underway in Calgary! Emma Lambert, Manager of Sport Partnerships, Wellness, and Culture is representing Kingston alongside Brian Hope of Diamond Hotels. Team Kingston has meetings with 20+ national sport organizations to discuss hosting opportunities, promoting our outstanding sport hosting capabilities and our welcoming community. On top of their meetings, Emma and Brian have had the opportunity to join informative sessions covering topics like parasport, sponsorship, and sustainability in sport events. Emma and Brian are looking forward to continued collaboration and networking this week!

Join the Tourism Kingston team! We're looking for a Marketing and Communications Coordinator (18-month contract) to join our Marketing and Communications team. The Marketing and Communications Coordinator is instrumental to Tourism Kingston’s brand presence across several key channels, developing and executing content and campaigns in support of destination marketing and communications plans. The Marketing and Communications Coordinator reports to the Chief Marketing Officer while receiving supervision from the Brand Manager. The ideal candidate has prior experience successfully managing digital platforms and channels including social media, websites, and newsletters. Learn more & apply: https://lnkd.in/gbx8jray

March 17–20, Emma Lambert, Manager, Sport Partnerships, Wellness, and Culture, is attending the 2025 Sport Events Congress (SEC) alongside partner Brian Hope, Regional Director of Sales at Diamond Hotels Management Inc. Throughout this interactive and educational three-day event, Emma and Brian will participate in networking opportunities and evening social events proudly representing our premier sport hosting city. The team is looking forward to expanding sport hosting opportunities for Kingston. (Sport Tourism Canada / Tourisme sportif Canada)

Happy International Women's Day! ?? In honour of International Women’s Day, we celebrate the women of Tourism Kingston and recognize their efforts which support hundreds of tourism businesses in our community. Together, we work towards an inclusive, welcoming, and vibrant city for visitors and residents. We are proud to be a women-led organization with a number of staff identifying as women. Megan Knott, Chief Executive Officer Alison Migneault, MA, Chief Marketing Officer Brittney Veley, Operations and Human Resources Manager Emma Lambert, Manager, Sport Partnerships, Wellness, and Culture Daley Clarke, Sport and Event Coordinator Noelle Piche, Travel and Tourism Development Specialist Ella Wang, International Travel Trade Coordinator Andrea Gunn, Editor, Strategic Communications Ashley Bradshaw, Destination Development Manager Emily Steeves, Website Coordinator Moira Demorest, Music Officer Ryleigh Stringer, Marketing and Communications Coordinator – Creative Industries Joanne Loton, Film and Media Officer Angélica Mendieta-Sweet, Manager, Visitor Information Centre Alexandra Allain, Supervisor of Visitor Services ?? Learn more about the Tourism Kingston team on our website: https://lnkd.in/eRjTrCrV

Over the next few days, Kingston will welcome the Men's OUA Fencing Championships, Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) Boys AAA Basketball Championships, and EOSSAA Boys Hockey Championships to Kingston. These events are open to spectators, so feel free to come out to the following locations to catch the action: ?? Men's OUA Fencing Championships at Anderson Field House on Mar. 1 & 2, 10 am–5 pm ?? OFSAA Boys AAA Basketball Championships at St. Lawrence College and Frontenac Secondary School on Mar. 3–5, 9 am–7 pm ?? EOSSAA Boys Hockey Championships at the INVISTA Centre on Mar. 3, 9 am–5 pm Good luck to all the athletes, and thank you to our partners who helped facilitate and organize these events!