The 2026 eTSY Awards: Celebrating Excellence in Tourism Marketing
Congratulations to SYTA member and host of the 2027 SYTA Annual Conference Visit Ottawa on winning the 2026 eTSY Award “Best Seasonal Destination Marketing Campaign” for their short film “Magic on Set – Ottawa Tourism’s Original Holiday Short Film!” The campaign replaced a traditional holiday ad with a 17-minute original romance short film that placed Ottawa at the center of the story, positioning the city as both setting and character.
Photo courtesy of Andy Akangah
Marketing Manager Andy Akangah, was also awarded as a 2026 Emerging Tourism Star, an initiative that awards “the industry’s brightest rising stars—innovators, trendsetters, and changemakers who are redefining what’s possible. These exceptional professionals are making waves with fresh ideas, creative strategies, and a passion for shaping the future of tourism.”
Watch the award-winning film here and be sure to attend the 2027 SYTA Annual Conference to see more of the magic of Ottawa!
See the full list of 2026 eTSY Award winners here, the full list of 2026 Emerging Tourism Stars here, and make sure you congratulation Visit Ottawa on social!
Main photo courtesy of eTourism by Informa.