Collette Foundation donates towards wildfire recovery in Jasper

Mississauga, ON (12 September 2024) – The Collette Foundation has donated $5,000 CAD to Jasper Community Team Association in the aftermath of this summer’s wildfires. Experts from association will allocate the funding to best aid the community’s recover after the tragic events.

“We have a culture of caring at Collette and want to offer support to our partners in Alberta and Jasper, That's our priority right now.” said Brett Walker, general manager at Collette. "Our team in Mississauga, ON regularly spends time helping at Eden Food For Change and our team in Langley, BC are regular volunteers and contributors to the local Ronald McDonald House."

Collette is committed to making a positive impact for all future travel. The company has shifted towards working with environmentally-friendly vendors and away from using single-use products while on tour in an effort to cut down waste and reduce its carbon footprint. In addition, Every small group Explorations tour includes an Impact Moment, which offers an extraordinary travel experience for travellers while allowing them to feel an increased sense of purpose and connectedness. Collette partners with social enterprises, nonprofits and cultural or environmental conservation groups to ensure that each visit generates sustainable economic and social benefits for the community.

“We’re continually auditing our tours to ensure they meet our responsible travel standards while seeking out ways to create a positive impact,” said Melissa Snape, head of corporate citizenship and corporate social responsibility at Collette. “We love introducing guests to fascinating new destinations while being mindful of the impact over-tourism can have. That’s why we’re always thinking of ways to use smarter, less-travelled tour routes, listening to what locals in these destinations have to say about their community’s needs, and encourage visiting popular destinations during their off-season.”

About Collette:
As the longest-running tour operator in North America, Collette is the company travellers can trust. Leading with integrity, Collette’s comprehensive travel protection plan, flexible tour pacing, and strong relationships within the travel space set it apart. The happiness of its travellers has been its roadmap since 1918 and today Collette offers over 170 tours to all seven continents and five distinct travel styles, including small group touring and river cruises. This third-generation family-owned business is dedicated to giving back in both local and global communities through its social responsibility platform. For more information, visit www.gocollette.com or call 1(800) 340-5158.