SMART+ Accreditation Program

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SMART+ Accreditation Program

Backed by research and real-world experience, SMART+ recognizes tourism-related educational programs that meet or exceed industry standards, right across Canada.
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SMART+ Advances Excellence in Tourism Education

At Tourism HR Canada, we’re committed to supporting top-quality tourism-related education. That’s why we developed the SMART+ Accreditation Program—a flexible, inclusive approach that incorporates the real needs of today’s program providers, students, and employers.

Accreditation is a voluntary process where educational or credentialling programs are reviewed by a third party to determine whether they meet a set of established criteria. Programs that meet or exceed the criteria receive public recognition that confirms their quality, relevancy, and adaptability.

Our goal is to recognize high-quality tourism-related programs and give institutions clear, practical benchmarks they can use to strengthen and grow their offerings. Whether you’re looking to improve outcomes, align with best practices, or showcase your program’s excellence, SMART+ offers a structured, supportive pathway.

Ready to Get SMART+ Accredited?

Here’s how it works:

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Accreditation Self-Evaluation Checklist

Review the Checklist. If your program meets the minimum requirements, you’re ready to apply.

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SMART+ Application Guide

Get the full details on the accreditation program and the application process.

 Please note: You can submit and pay for a separate application for each additional program for which you would like to seek accreditation. The system is designed to allow you to work on multiple applications simultaneously, should you wish to do so.

Currently accredited programs:

Cape Breton University (Nova Scotia)

Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management

Accredited since 2024

Centennial College (Ontario)​

Hotel, Resort and Restaurant Management

Accredited since 2020

D.I.C.E.D Culinary School (British Columbia)

Professional Cook Certificate Program

Accredited since 2023

Georgian College (Ontario)

Hospitality – Hotel and Resort Operations Management

Accredited since 2022

Georgian College (Ontario)

Tourism

Accredited since 2022

HT Hospitality Training (Ontario)

Housekeeping Room Attendant

Accredited since 2018

HT Hospitality Training (Ontario)

Front Desk Agent

Accredited since 2018

Thompson Rivers University (British Columbia)

Bachelor of Tourism Management

Accredited since 2025

Toronto Metropolitan University (Ontario)

Hospitality and Tourism Management – Bachelor of Commerce (Honours)

Accredited since 2017

For more information on SMART+, please fill out this contact form.