The Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement for Tourism/ (EPRTNT 2025-2027) is a funding program from Eeyou Istchee Tourism (EIT), the Ministère du Tourisme (MTO), and Société de développement de la Baie-James (SDBJ). This is the same program then...
2025 Essay Contest Winner: Catherine Quinn
Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2025 COTA essay contest! We received many wonderful submissions and were truly impressed at the energy, enthusiasm, and passion demonstrated by applicants. We are pleased to share the winning essay, written by Catherine...
Job Opportunity: Director – Marketing & Visitor Experience for Eeyou Istchee Tourism and Tourisme Baie-James
Chibougamau and Ouje-Bougoumou | Permanent Position Tourisme Baie-James and Tourisme Eeyou Istchee are seeking a strategic, creative, and mobilizing leader to oversee marketing and visitor experience for...
COTA Newsletter: Fall 2025
COTA's latest newsletter is out! In this issue, you'll read about: Recent Highlights & Projects: A look back at our Annual General Meeting and Tourism Conference, the launch of our Regional Strategy report, new team members, and SVOP training program success. ...
Cree Outfitting and Tourism Association and Eeyou Istchee Tourism Welcome New Board of Directors at 2025 Annual General Meeting
The Cree Outfitting and Tourism Association (COTA) and Eeyou Istchee Tourism (EIT) are pleased to announce the results of our Board of Directors elections, held last week during our Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Wemindji. We extend a warm welcome to COTA and EIT’s...
Press Release: Minister Amélie Dionne Announces $1.5 Million in Support for Tourism Projects in the Eeyou Istchee Region
Download the press releaseEnglish version Lire le communiqué de presseversion française Québec, September 15, 2025 – Amélie Dionne, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for the Bas-Saint-Laurent region (including Les Basques) and the...
COTA Newsletter: Summer 2025
COTA's latest newsletter is out! In this issue, you'll read about: Upcoming Events & Opportunities: AGM & Tourism Conference (agenda available now!) Essay contest & Student Bursary Program Funding Opportunities from Indigenous Tourism Quebec Destination...
Press Release: Notice of Appointment – Visitor Services and Marketing Project Manager
July 22, 2025, Chibougamau, Quebec -- Eeyou Istchee Tourism and Tourisme Baie-James are pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Alison Caron-Lachance as Project Manager – Visitor Services and Marketing. In her position since July 14, 2025, Ms. Caron-Lachance will...
[SUBMISSIONS CLOSED] Essay Contest: Win a Trip to the International Indigenous Tourism Conference in Edmonton!
Do you want to attend the International Indigenous Tourism Conference in Edmonton this coming February? Our essay contest is your chance to WIN a trip for two to this incredible event! The prize includes two tickets to the International Indigenous Tourism Conference,...
Press Release: COTA Becomes First Indigenous DMO in North America to Earn Sustainable Tourism Certification from GreenStep
Télécharger le communiqué de presseversion française Download press releaseEnglish version Oujé-Bougoumou, Quebec – The Cree Outfitting and Tourism Association (COTA) has achieved a significant milestone, receiving a Silver Sustainable Tourism Certification...
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