Tourism Calgary works with over 2,000 visitor-facing employees – also known as frontline ambassadors - to ensure visitors to Calgary have shareable, memorable experiences in our city.
To support these ambassadors, Tourism Calgary offers a variety of destination learning programs and tools that insure they are well informed about Calgary’s year-round offerings and capable of referring tailored experiences to visitors. Enroll your visitor-facing staff and volunteers today!
Visitor-facing staff or volunteers in Calgary's tourism and hospitality industry, such as:
Certify as an Ultimate Host through this free interactive online learning program. Discover Calgary's unique experiences, restaurants, and more while sharpening your customer service skills, and enjoy exclusive perks as a grad!
Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest on what’s on, new restaurants, hot deals, conferences, and professional development opportunities – your go-to source for insider information to enhance your guests’ experience.
Gain first-hand knowledge of Calgary's best experiences and become a raving fan with our digital pass, offering free or discounted admission exclusively for visitor-facing staff.
Join our specially curated tour series to sample some of Calgary's best restaurants, meet the chefs, and gain confidence in recommending dining options to your guests – a key ingredient to your guests’ exceptional stay in Calgary.
This event celebrates the tremendous people in our industry who go the extra mile to create memorable visitor experiences. The nominees and winners exemplify the warmth, spirit, and white hat hospitality of our city. Winners are celebrated across various categories from front-of-house, heart-of-house, exceptional leaders, and volunteers.
A kind and friendly face who provides exceptional customer service to ensure their guests’ feel welcomed and comfortable. They take pride in their hospitality and strive to go above and beyond to make their guests’ experience unforgettable. They genuinely respect and recognize the diverse backgrounds and stories of each guest, tailoring their service to meet individual needs and preferences. They are resourceful, and view complaints as an opportunity to transform unhappy customers into raving fans.
Their passion for Calgary is unrivaled; they are proud to share their knowledge of our local culture, history and their own personal experiences to offer valuable insights and recommendations to their guests. They stay up-to-date on the latest events, attractions, and activities to ensure their guests have the best possible experience in our city and leave with a lasting impression.
Caren Kaufmann, Frontline & Visitor Engagement Specialist
academy@tourismcalgary.com
