Plate, Policy, and Progress: Inside Canada’s Restaurant Landscape with Kelly Higginson

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Forward Motion

Tourism Industry Association of Ontario

25 episodes

2 weeks ago

Welcome to Forward Motion, the official podcast of the Tourism Industry Association of Ontario (TIAO). This is your go-to destination for insightful conversations, expert perspectives, and inspiring stories that drive Ontario’s tourism industry forward.

Each episode, Andrew Siegwart sits down with industry leaders, policymakers, business owners, and trailblazers who are shaping the future of tourism in Ontario. We’ll explore key trends, innovative strategies, and the challenges and opportunities facing our sector—from sustainability and workforce development to marketing, accessibility, and the latest government policies.

Whether you're a tourism operator, entrepreneur, community leader, or simply passionate about the industry, Forward Motion keeps you informed and inspired. Our goal is to foster collaboration, spark new ideas, and celebrate the resilience and creativity that make Ontario a world-class destination.

Join us as we navigate the evolving landscape of tourism, share success stories, and highlight the voices driving positive change. Because in this industry, staying ahead means always moving forward.

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Join us as we navigate the evolving landscape of tourism, share success stories, and highlight the voices driving positive change. Because in this industry, staying ahead means always moving forward.

Hit Follow or Subscribe on your podcast app now and be part of the conversation. The future of Ontario tourism starts here!

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Plate, Policy, and Progress: Inside Canada’s Restaurant Landscape with Kelly Higginson

Forward Motion

46 minutes 8 seconds

1 month ago

Plate, Policy, and Progress: Inside Canada’s Restaurant Landscape with Kelly Higginson

Our guest is Kelly Higginson who provides an in-depth look at Canada’s restaurant industry, revealing the sector’s complex challenges and innovative solutions. Drawing from her extensive experience, Higginson discusses the ongoing struggles with rising input costs, workforce shortages, and the impact of economic pressures on restaurants nationwide. The conversation explores critical issues like immigration cuts, the importance of culinary training programs, and the potential of technology to support operators. Kelly highlights the “Food is Food” campaign, which demonstrated how policy changes like the GST holiday could create jobs and stimulate economic growth. Emphasizing the restaurant industry’s role as a cultural and economic driver, she underscores the sector’s resilience. From addressing misconceptions about skilled labor to advocating for supportive policies, Higginson paints a nuanced picture of an industry adapting to unprecedented challenges while remaining essential to Canada’s social and economic fabric. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.