Tourism operators in Canada and Sri Lanka adopt regenerative models

Tourism operators in Canada and Sri Lanka are increasingly adopting regenerative and sustainable models to provide authentic cultural and environmental experiences.

In Canada, Destination Canada highlights several operators focused on leaving destinations stronger than before. In British Columbia, the Klahoose Wilderness Resort, owned by the Klahoose First Nation, utilizes a zero-emission micro-hydroelectric system and uses conservation fees to fund salmon restoration and bear habitat research. In the Northwest Territories, Aurora Village and North Star Adventures offer Indigenous-led tours that combine scientific information with traditional stories and legends.

In Sri Lanka, the Thema Collection focuses on connecting travelers with the island’s people, culture, and nature through its 17 properties. The company emphasizes sustainability through the BERI Initiative, which supports biodiversity research, and its ReV IT & Language Centres, which have provided free education to over 6,500 local children.