The Power to Propel: A Pipeline of Possibility

By Joe Baker, Tourism HR Canada Board of Directors Opening: A Sector Caught in the Crossfire In recent months, federal policy changes have reshaped the landscape for international students in Canada. New caps on study permits and restricted eligibility for…

Propel: Building Canada’s Tourism Workforce, One Student at a Time

By Joe Baker, Tourism HR Canada Board of Directors In August of 2021, Canada’s tourism sector was in a fragile place. We were navigating workforce losses, sector uncertainty, and deep concern about future capacity. Out of that turbulence came a…

Propel Launches Fifth Year with New Success Stories

Tourism HR Canada is delighted to announce that the Propel Student Work Placement Program is launching its fifth year of supporting the growth of a vibrant and skilled tourism sector. The program plays a vital role in linking post-secondary students and…

In Their Words: How Propel Is Supporting Tourism Businesses

In just over three years, the Propel Student Work Placement Program has connected hundreds of employers and students across Canada for a wide variety of tourism-related roles. Funded by the Government of Canada and coordinated by Tourism HR Canada, Propel…