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Tara Saunders

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Director of Business Development at Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada (ITAC)
📍 Greater St. John's Metropolitan Area, Canada

Tara is the Director of Business Development at the Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada (ITAC), where she specializes in authentic market growth and community partnerships. A graduate of York University and Memorial University, she leverages her extensive background in project management and community development to advance the Indigenous tourism industry nationwide.

A proud member of the Qalipu First Nation, Tara is passionate about creating culturally sensitive tourism programs that benefit local economies. Her career is dedicated to community facilitation and sharing the vibrant culture of Mikmaq and other Indigenous peoples with a global audience through authentic, market-ready experiences.

She was recently appointed to Destinations Internationals Social Impact and Community Alignment Committees for 2026, amplifying Indigenous voices in global tourism.

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Experience
14 Years
Current Role
Director of Business Development
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Greater St. John's Metropolitan Area, Canada
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Topics Tara cares about

Indigenous Tourism
Leads business development at ITAC, implementing programs and resources to grow the Indigenous tourism industry across Canada.
Community Development
Focuses on building strong partnerships between First Nations, government, and businesses to create strengthened economies and cultural preservation.
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Career

Work history

5-2022
Director of Business Development
Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada (ITAC)
9-2019 - 4-2022
Director of Culture, Tourism and Community Development
Qalipu First Nation
8-2016 - 7-2021
Tourism Development Officer
Qalipu First Nation
2-2018 - 9-2019
Tourism and Culture Manager
Qalipu First Nation
4-2009 - 6-2015
Teacher
English Newfoundland School District
In the press

Media appearances

ITAC's Director of Business Development Appointed to Destinations International Committees. Featured in Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada (ITAC)
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The Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada Thanks Tara Saunders for Her Leadership and Years of Service. Featured in Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada (ITAC)
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Education
9-2020 - 12-2020
Masters certificate in Project Managment
York University
2004 - 2009
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.)
Memorial University, Newfoundland and Labrador
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