July 20, 2021: TICO signs the BlackNorth Initiative Pledge and commits to helping end anti-black systemic racism
(Mississauga, Ont.) – The Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) is proud to have joined upwards of 500 organizations in signing the BlackNorth Initiative Pledge in support of helping to end anti-black systemic racism in the workplace and beyond. Led by the Canadian Council of Business Leaders Against Anti-Black Systemic Racism, we are committed to the removal of barriers negatively affecting the lives of Black Canadians and creating opportunities for underrepresented groups.
“TICO recognizes the importance of addressing inequities in our workplace. We have made a clear commitment to eradicating systemic racism by establishing opportunities for black and other marginalized groups to be successful,” said Richard Smart, TICO President and CEO. “By signing the BlackNorth Initiative Pledge we join a group of equally committed business leaders in championing diversity, inclusion and equity.”
Click here to read the Pledge
Click here to learn more about the BlackNorth Initiative
Formed in 1997, TICO is a not-for-profit corporation wholly financed by Ontario-registered travel agents and wholesalers. It administers the Travel Industry Act, 2002 and the Ontario Travel Industry Compensation Fund. TICO may be contacted at (905) 624-6241 or 1-888-451-TICO. Visit TICO’s website at www.tico.ca or email TICO at
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