Sport lead incentive program
ME Lead share incentive program

Sport lead share incentive program

Let’s build our industry back up

At Ottawa Tourism, we’re joining forces with sport tourism industry partners like you to build our sector back up. To participate, simply share a qualified lead* for a major event with us and we’ll work with them to host it in Ottawa – and we’ll pay you $1,000 per referral. Contact us to learn more about this program and join us in bringing the sport tourism industry back.

*Qualified leads for Major Sports Event must be for a minimum three-night stay; participant count must be a minimum of 350 with a minimum of 350 peak room nights. Not eligible for existing leads/confirmed or tentative business. Must be seriously considering Ottawa, Canada as a host destination. Qualified RFPs must be submitted by end of day on July 1, 2023. Any further qualifications are at the discretion of the destination and listed in the terms and conditions of this sport lead share incentive program.

Contact our Major Events and Sport Team for more information.

Frequently asked questions about the incentive

What is a qualified lead?

A qualified lead for a Major Sports Event must be for a minimum three-night stay; participant count must be at least 350 with a minimum of 350 peak room nights.

What is a viable lead?

The lead must be seriously considering Ottawa, Canada as a host destination. The client must be aware that the lead has been submitted to the program as the submission must include client contact details to ensure that the lead is viable. Leads cannot be combined with any other promotions or event funding. Further qualifications are at the discretion of the destination and listed in terms and conditions of this lead share incentive program.

Can I qualify for tentative business?

Unfortunately, existing leads/confirmed or tentative business does not qualify for this incentive program.

Is this incentive applicable to all year-round business?

Yes, there are no blackout dates.

What is the deadline to submit the incentive?

Qualified RFPs must be submitted by end of day on July 1st, 2023. Submit your RFP here. 

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