September 30, 2010
The Société des établissements de plein air du Québec, finalist for the National Awards for Excellence in Tourism
Québec, September 30, 2010 – The Société des établissements de plein air du Québec (Sépaq) is proud to announce that it has been nominated as a finalist for the National Awards for Excellence in Tourism, presented by the Toronto Star. The Société was chosen in the Business of the Year Award – Multiple Unit category. The awards will be given during a ceremony organized by the Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC) this November 2nd in Gatineau. This ceremony is an opportunity for Canada’s tourism industry to recognize those people, places, organizations and events that have gone the extra mile to offer a superior quality tourism experience to visitors.
It is worthwhile noting that a record number of nominations were submitted in all 15 categories in 2010. "We are particularly happy to be recognized among the tourism organizations that offer a variety of high-quality products and services," stated Raymond Desjardins, President and CEO of Sépaq. The other two finalists are COWS Inc. (Prince Edward Island) and RCR Hospitality Group (Nova Scotia).
Sépaq
Sépaq is a dynamic organization, entrusted with a natural and cultural heritage of incredible wealth, concerned about the protection of this heritage, and keenly aware of the responsibilities bestowed upon it by its mission. In the future, Sépaq sees itself as a creative organization, resolutely geared toward sustainable development, able to rely on motivated employees and unparalleled assets, and supported by a loyal and oftentimes enthusiastic clientele.