Learn About Resorts of Ontario

By Jay Kana | Published July 6th, 2026
Photos via Resorts of Ontario

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In conversation with Kerri Sass, Executive Director of Resorts of Ontario.

1. What exactly is Resorts of Ontario? 
Resorts of Ontario is a marketing association representing the most established resort properties in the province across every imaginable resort niche, from family-oriented lakeside cottages to luxury, full-service resort/spas. 

2. How long has Resorts of Ontario been in existence?
Resorts of Ontario has existed for nearly 85 years. 

3. How does Resorts of Ontario serve travellers? 
Resorts of Ontario helps travelers match their needs with the appropriate resort property. It also helps individuals give the gift of resorting via its industry-leading gift certificate program and is TICO certified. Gift certificates can be purchased on the Resorts of Ontario website and redeemed at nearly 100 resorts in Ontario. 

4. How many members/resorts are included in Resorts of Ontario?
Almost 100 member resorts.

5. What makes Resorts of Ontario trustworthy?
 Our staff and Board of Directors vet every new membership application. The process includes an extensive review of the property which can includes an overnight evaluation stay. Resorts of Ontario is a member-based organization overseen by a passionate group of resort industry leaders who ensure that Resorts of Ontario properties are reputable and reflect the Resorts of Ontario brand. Resorts of Ontario is the leading influencer for resort travel in province and works with international trade to showcase its membership to the World.

6. What's been the most impactful change in the Ontario travel industry over the past two years? 
The Ontario travel industry has benefitted from the concept of staycations. Travelers have been opting to stay in Canada and spend their money in Ontario. Additionally, value-focused properties have become more popular as more travelers have been looking for ways to stretch their vacation dollars. Resorts of Ontario newsletter subscribers receive a weekly HOT DEALS communication in their inbox sharing the latest Ontario resort deals.

Visit Resorts of Ontario's award-winning website for more information.