Press Release: Second Annual Cree Knowledge Festival Invites Everyone to Experience and Celebrate Cree Culture This December 6 and 7
Cree Nation of Oujé-Bougoumou, Québec, November 15, 2024 -- Following the incredible success of the first Cree Knowledge Festival last year, the Cree Outfitting and Tourism Association (COTA), Cree Native Arts and Crafts Association (CNACA) and Cree Trappers’...
Applications Closed: EPRTNT 2022-2025 (Funding Program in Tourism)
The Entente de partenariat régional et de tranformations numérique en tourisme 2022-2025 (EPRTNT 2022-2025) is a tourism funding program from Eeyou Istchee Tourism, Tourisme Québec, and Société de développement de la Baie-James (SDBJ). Eeyou Istchee Tourism issued...
COTA Newsletter: Fall 2024
COTA's latest newsletter is out! In this issue, you'll read about: Looking back at the COTA AGM and Tourism Conference The Support Measure for the Purchase of Electric Off-Road Vehicles Exciting progress on the Niimaawin (Food for Travel) Project Congratulations to...
Building Bridges Through Tourism: COTA & EIT Conference Ignites Important Dialogue on Tourism and Reconciliation in Eeyou Istchee
Cree Nation of Oujé-Bougoumou, Quebec – A meaningful gathering of Cree tourism operators, leaders, partners, and visionaries took place at the Cree Outfitting and Tourism Association (COTA) and Eeyou Istchee Tourism (EIT) Annual General Meeting and Tourism Conference...
COTA Newsletter: Summer 2024
COTA's latest newsletter is out! In this issue, you'll read about: Our latest activities, events, and adventures! The COTA AGM and Tourism Conference (registration is open now!) Our essay contest, where you can win a trip for two to IITC 2025 Updates from our...
Press Release: Notice of Appointment – Marketing Project Manager
June 13, 2024, Chibougamau - Tourisme Baie-James and Eeyou Istchee Tourism are pleased to welcome Tania Savard to their team as Marketing Project Manager. Following studies in theatre, Tania is now working toward a Bachelor in Communications, specializing in public...
Launch of the Eeyou Istchee Baie-James Summer Tourist Campaign under a New Slogan: Eeyou Istchee Baie-James, Truly Surreal / Réellement Surréel
We are delighted to announce the official launch of the Eeyou Istchee Baie-James summer tourism campaign for 2024, with an all-new inspiring video and new signature: Truly Surreal / Réellement Surréel. The Eeyou Istchee James Bay region has long been recognized...
COTA Newsletter: Spring 2024
COTA's latest newsletter is out! In this issue, you'll read about: Our experience at the International Indigenous Tourism Conference Upcoming Community Consultations for the Regional Tourism Strategy The Boat Cleaning Stations Funding Program Tourism Marketing Updates...
Cree-Owned Nibiischii Earns National Recognition for Recently Launched Attractions
Mistissini-area destination named as a top-three “business that launched a new experience” at last week’s Indigenous Tourism Awards MISTISSINI, QC, MARCH 5, 2024 – After launching an on-water/on-ice outdoor cinema, astronomical & Northern Lights observatory, and...
COTA Newsletter: Winter 2024
COTA's latest newsletter is out! In this issue, you'll read about: Your obligations under Bill 25 How boil-in-a-bag meals are bringing gourmet Cree food to outfitters The launch of the Northern Action Plan 2023-2028 Funding program announcements ...and more! Click...