Company Details

Founded
1980
Host Type
Franchise
Currently Accepting
Beginner Agents, Experienced Agents
Accepts Agents in
Canada (AB, BC, MB, NB, NL, NS, ON, PE, SK)
# of Contractors
# of Agencies
2
Members US
Members Canada
80
Members w/storefront
Members home-based
Annual Sales
Languages Spoken
English
Business Attributes
Family-Operated (100%)
Network Sales
Profile Updated
07/02/2026
GDS
Sabre
Accreditations
CLIA, IATA, TICO
Members of
ACTA, TICO, CLIA, NTA, SYTA
Seller of Travel
British Columbia, Ontario
E&O Insurance Included
Focuses
Adventure, Cruise, Groups, Leisure, Luxury, Honeymoon/DWs, FITs, Tours

Program Details

Ticketing Service for non-GDS Agents
Minimum Sales Requirement
$10,000
Required to use Franchise Brand
Charge for Ticketing
Lead Program
Lead Belongs to
Charge for Leads
Education Program
Employee Training, In-person, On-demand
Allows Sub-agents

Pricing & Commission

Franchise Start Up Fee
0.0
Military/Veteran discounts
Accreditation Number Required
Start Up Fee
$200–$500
Location Requirement
Storefront, Home-based
Annual Fee
Monthly Fee
$50–$50
Commission Split Range
80% to 50%
Frequency of Commission Payments
Other
Method of Payment
Direct Deposit

Technology & Tools

Marketing Programs
Direct Mail, E-mail Marketing, Social Media Tools
Leisure Tools
Cruise Booking Tool, Hotel Booking Tool, Single Sign On Booking Tool
Corporate Tools
24/7 Support Service, Air Program
Commission Tracking
Itinerary Builder
Forms and Templates
CRM
Website Program
Accounting
Booking Tool
Analytics
Payment Solutions

About Ellison Travel & Tours

Ellison Travel & Tours is a 100% Canadian-owned, family-run travel company that has been helping people experience the world since 1980. We’re more than a host agency, we’re a full-service travel agency and tour operator with deep supplier relationships, proven systems, and a supportive community behind you.

Independent advisors who join Ellison build their own business with the foundation of one of Canada’s largest independently owned travel companies: training, technology, marketing support, operational expertise, and a national team of travel professionals who understand the industry. With 45+ years in business, offices in Ontario and British Columbia, and experience customizing 600+ groups each year, Ellison offers the credibility, care, and infrastructure to help advisors grow with confidence.

Our mission is simple: opening minds and hearts through travel — while supporting the people who make those journeys possible.