Sustainability.
Innovation.
Cree Culture.
Sustainability. Innovation.
Cree Culture.
Together, we’re building a tourism industry rooted in Eeyouch/Eenouch culture, values, and way of life. Join us!
The Cree Outfitting and Tourism Association and Eeyou Istchee Tourism are member-driven organizations that open doors, make connections, and provide support so our Cree tourism industry can thrive.
Our mission is to develop and implement a collective vision for a world-class, sustainable tourism industry in Eeyou Istchee that is in harmony with Cree culture and values, and that involves a partnership with Cree communities, institutions, and businesses.
We Can Help You…
Build a Rewarding Career in Tourism
We support budding Cree tourism professionals through training, bursaries, and more.
Develop Tourism in Your Community
We are here to help you make a plan, apply for funding, and become market-ready.
Promote Your Cree Tourism Business
We put our members on the map through eye-catching marketing and cooperative advertising.
Cree Tourism News & Events
Applications Open: EPRTNT 2025-2027
The Regional Partnership and Digital Transformation Agreement for Tourism/ (EPRTNT 2025-2027) is a funding program from Eeyou Istchee Tourism (EIT), the Ministère du Tourisme (MTO), and Société de développement de la Baie-James (SDBJ). This is the same program then...
2025 Essay Contest Winner: Catherine Quinn
Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2025 COTA essay contest! We received many wonderful submissions and were truly impressed at the energy, enthusiasm, and passion demonstrated by applicants. We are pleased to share the winning essay, written by Catherine...
Call for Proposals: Financial Assistance Program for Sports, Recreational, and Outdoor Infrastructure
The gouvernement du Québec has announced a second call for proposals for the Financial Assistance Program for Recreational, Sports and Outdoor Infrastructure (Programme d'aide financière aux infrastructures récréatives, sportives et de plein air - PAFIRSPA). This...