Membership
Becomes part of the regional tourism offer by becoming a member of Tourisme Abitibi-Témiscamingue!
Who are we?
Tourisme Abitibi-Témiscamingue’s mandate is to welcome, promote and develop sustainable tourism experiences. It acts as a regional organization officially recognized by the Ministère du Tourisme du Québec under a memorandum of understanding.
With the support of its members and partners in the region, Tourisme Abitibi-Témiscamingue puts its expertise at their service to develop the attractiveness of its territory and offer unique and memorable experiences.
As a member of Tourisme Abitibi-Témiscamingue…
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Benefits from the region’s official tourism network, established over 45 years ago
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Position your business in the official tourist guide and on abitibi-temiscamingue.org
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Receive sound advice on your tourism development projects
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Get a range of services tailored to the industry
Tourism for the citizen’s quality of life first
Media relations
TAT organizes press tours and prioritizes visits to members according to the media concerned and coverage needs. TAT responds daily to requests from journalists who wish to write an article on the region by sending photographs and information material.
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Get access to the international marketing program
TAT is involved in networking activities with travel professionals in order to sell the region as a tourist destination on target markets (France, Belgium, the United States). This is another opportunity to position your business on these markets.
Services offered to Members
Welcoming visitors and Information
On-site business visits
Tourisme Abitibi-Témiscamingue believes in the importance of connecting with its members to better understand their day-to-day realities. These visits are a valuable opportunity to listen to your needs, introduce the services offered by the regional tourism association (ATR), and highlight the positive impact these services can have on your operations.
Free brochure distribution at regional visitor information centres (BIT)
Referrals to your business in response to phone, mail, or email inquiries
Invitations to TAT events (conferences, annual general meeting, networking activities, etc.)
Development and Training
Advisory Services
Tourisme Abitibi-Témiscamingue provides expert guidance to support the development of your tourism projects and marketing initiatives. Our specialists are here to help you move your ideas forward, connecting you with the best resources, locally or beyond, to bring innovative, high-quality, and well-structured projects to life.
Free or discounted training sessions and conferences
Marketing and Communications
Preferential rates for promotional campaigns
Tourisme Abitibi-Témiscamingue leads targeted promotional campaigns designed to attract more visitors to member businesses. These advertising opportunities are available in the official regional travel guide, the Abitibi-Témiscamingue snowmobile trail map, and other marketing initiatives overseen by the association. Campaigns span a variety of media, including web, radio, television, and select print publications.
Intra-Quebec Representation
Tourisme Abitibi-Témiscamingue also promotes the region at major events such as the Québec Snowmobile and ATV Show. This presence helps boost your visibility with targeted audiences, which can lead to increased interest and visits to your business.
Access to the Tourism Signage Program
As a member of the Abitibi-Témiscamingue Regional Tourism Association, you may be eligible to install official blue tourism signs along regional roads to help visitors find your location more easily. Eligibility criteria apply.
Access to the Marketing Credit Program
Accommodation providers subject to the lodging tax (TSH) may qualify for marketing credits equal to 15% of the amount remitted to Revenu Québec. These credits can be applied to a range of promotional products and services.
Media Relations
Media play a key role in influencing travellers’ destination choices, often inspiring them as they plan their trips. By taking part in these media tours, you gain valuable exposure and increase your visibility among a targeted audience of potential visitors.
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International marketing
Tourisme Abitibi-Témiscamingue promotes the region and its experiences on the international stage. These international marketing missions aim to showcase the region and its unique offerings to journalists, film crews, photographers, bloggers, and influencers. The goal is to inspire them to explore Abitibi-Témiscamingue through familiarization tours.
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Need more information?
contact us
Nancy Leblond
Marketing and Member Service Coordinator
Documentation for members
These documents are presented in french.
| Corporate Documents | Membership Document | Investment opportunities 2024-2025 |
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| Code of ethics | Membership brochure | |
| Annual report 2024-2025 | Membership agreement | |
| Summer Visitor Attraction Traffic 2024 | Adhesion form | |
| Summer campaign review 2024 | Pricing – 2025-2026 |
All about the registration of tourist accommodation (CITQ)
How to obtain a registration number?
How to display a registration number and a tourist accommodation registration certificate?
Forest fire
preparedness guide (fr)
In order to be proactive and offer prevention tools, we have prepared a Forest Fire Preparedness Guide for members of Tourisme Abitibi-Témiscamingue as well as the tourism community.
