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Recently, officials from the Saint Lucia Tourism Authority (SLTA) hosted a special luncheon for members of the Canadian travel trade media, facilitating meaningful conversations and updates about the destination.

The event focused on showcasing Saint Lucia’s diverse tourism offerings, new developments, and potential investment opportunities. It also allowed media representatives to connect directly with local tourism officials.
In conjunction with this gathering, key updates were shared from the week’s Saint Lucia Trade Sales Mission in Canada, which included interactions with airline and travel partners, the diaspora, and various industry stakeholders.

Discussions emphasized the progress made in enhancing air connectivity, expanding trade partnerships, and identifying opportunities for co-operative marketing and product development. These efforts are aimed at deepening Saint Lucia’s presence in the Canadian market. With Canadian visitor arrivals to Saint Lucia on the rise, the mission seeks to build on this positive momentum, translating engagements into increased visibility and partnership opportunities for the destination.



![Carl Ainscough, Secrets St Lucia General Manager addressed the gathering. [Photo credit: Caribbean Pulse]](https://thevoiceslu.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Carl-Ainscough-380x250.webp)









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