At a regional council meeting held recently in Winnipeg, Philip Houde was elected Chair of Manitoba and Nunavut’s Regional Council replacing Melanie Carter. ACTA thanked Melanie for the time and effort she has contributed during her term as Chair of the Manitoba/Nunavut Regional Council.

Philip joined the ACTA Regional Council in 2005 and initiated the review of the cruise fuel surcharge. He also chairs the Human Resources Committee. As Chair, Philip Houde now represents the Manitoba and Nunavut regions on the ACTA Board of Directors and we would like to welcome him.

Philip holds several accreditations such as the CTM, CATS and CSS designations. He has also worked for the Manitoba Provincial Government. In 2002, Philip and his wife purchased River East Travel & Cruise Center – a full-service travel agency established since 1979.