Local Tourism Leaders Highlight Collaborative Efforts Across St. Lawrence County
Local Partners Showcase Collaborative Approaches to Destination DevelopmentCANTON, NY — Local tourism partners took center stage at the 2026 St. Lawrence County Tourism Dinner, sharing how collaboration across the arts, recreation, and heritage sectors is strengthening the county as a destination. Hosted annually by the St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce Tourism Team, this year's program focused on the theme, "Destination Development: Rooted in Collaborative Competition." Through real-world examples
Basswood Lodge Honored with 2026 Tourism Excellence Award for Best Destination Marketing
Basswood Lodge Honored with 2026 Tourism Excellence Award for Best Destination Marketing CANTON, NY — The St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce Tourism Team honors Basswood Lodge of Rensselaer Falls, recipient of the 2026 Tourism Excellence Award for Best Destination Marketing. Presented annually at the St. Lawrence County Tourism Dinner, the award recognizes tourism partners whose marketing efforts extend beyond promoting their own business and contribute to the visibility, visitation, and economic
Applewood Orchards Honored with 2026 Tourism Excellence Award for Best to the Guest
Applewood Orchards Honored with 2026 Tourism Excellence Award for Best to the Guest CANTON, NY — The St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce Tourism Team honors Applewood Orchards of Rensselaer Falls, recipient of the 2026 Best to the Guest Tourism Excellence Award. Presented annually at the St. Lawrence County Tourism Dinner, the award recognizes tourism partners who demonstrate exceptional hospitality and create visitor experiences that strengthen St. Lawrence County as a destination. Since taking
Collaboration, Destination Development Focus of 2026 STLC Tourism Dinner
Collaboration, Destination Development Focus of 2026 STLC Tourism Dinner OGDENSBURG, NY — More than 70 tourism businesses, community leaders, elected officials, and destination partners gathered at the Ogdensburg International Airport on June 11 for the 9th annual STLC Tourism Dinner, an evening focused on destination development, collaboration, and celebrating excellence within St. Lawrence County's tourism industry. Hosted by the St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce tourism team, the event explored
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STLC Tourism Excellence Award Winners Celebrated at 2026 Tourism Dinner
Applewood Orchards and Basswood Lodge to be celebrated at STLC Tourism Excellence Awards Dinner on June 11OGDENSBURG, NY — The 2026 St. Lawrence County Tourism Dinner takes place Thursday, June 11 at Ogdensburg International Airport’s new Great Room, celebrating tourism champions whose work continues to strengthen visitor experiences and destination development across the county. Hosted by Visit St. Lawrence County, operated by the St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce, the annual event celebrates
STLC Annual Business Mixer
STLC Annual Business Mixer CANTON, N.Y. — Local business leaders and economic development officials gathered Wednesday to emphasize the importance of community interconnectedness and strategic planning as the primary drivers of the North Country economy. The evening at the Best Western University Inn, Canton, consisted of a networking session and a panel discussion. More than 100 people attended. The panel discussion, moderated by St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Ben Dixon,
Unveilng Signature Experiences for America’s 250th Celebration
St. Lawrence County Unveils Signature Experiences for America’s 250th CelebrationCanton, NY — St. Lawrence County is marking America’s 250th with a series of unique, place-based experiences designed to connect residents and visitors with the region’s history in meaningful and memorable ways. A full calendar of local events continues to grow and is available at www.STLC250.com, serving as the central source for all 250th-related programming across the county. One of the most distinctive elements of the
