SAC Member Benefits

Dear Colleague

Thank you for your interest in joining the Leading Spa Association of Canada.

Worldwide, stress is the reason for people visiting a spa and massage facility. Wellness massage is the most commonly requested treatment, as per the Global Consumer Study conducted by Global Spa Summit worldwide. This trend soon led to people gaining a more developed insight to the consequent health benefits and advantages of lifestyle management.

Canada certainly being no exception to the international rule has resulted in the tremendous growth of the spa industry over the last 5 years, not only in the number of spas, but in the diversity of spas and spa therapies available e.g : Ayurveda, Kerela and more.

The Association therefore has an important role to:

• Grow a trustworthy industry
• Educate the spa visitor about the benefits of spa experiences
• Build confidence in spa therapies
• Set the guidelines and standards for the establishment of a spa
• Quality control the spa establishments
• Assure certification of Membership
• Trained spa professionals
• Certified facilities to offer services

Create partnerships within allied associations and provide networking opportunities for members

• Liase with international spa association and respective authorities
• Liase with media,creating a public awareness for the Canadian Spa Industry
• Collaboration opportunities at exhibitions, conferences and business opportunities within Canada & worldwide

Who are members of the Spa Association of Canada

The association is dedicated to be an accessible and inclusive organization. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in the Spa Industry, but will be of particular benefit to:

• Spa businesses
• Spa consultants, Architects and Designers
• Spa Product, Equipment and Service Suppliers
• Spa Training Providers
• Hoteliers and those in the Hospitality Industry
• Spa Travel agents, Tour operators and others in the Travel and Tourism industry

Benefits include:

1. Free listing and webpage on the Spa Association of Canada

The SAC (Spa Association of Canada) website is dynamic, interactive trade and consumer website, featuring each members of the Spa Association and updated regularly with press releases, new articles, courses, events, new member benefits and more.

2. SAC ( Spa Association of Canada) Spa Magazine ( Coming Soon)

Free listing for all member spas and 10% discount on advertising in the Spa Magazine. The Spa Magazine will be distributed nationally to consumers and businesses.

3. Regional Networking events with guest speakers on a variety of topics to assist spas with their operational, marketing and motivational aspects.

4. A Complimentary Subscription of the Spa Magazine with the sign up and renewals.

5. Canadian Spa Benchmark Report by Intelligent Spas in collaboration with the Spa Association of Canada.

6. Free job Posting for all members up to 10 listings per annum.

7. Ongoing Educational Courses: Discounts of up to 10 percent for Spa Association Members.

8. Discounts from participating Product Houses.

Discounts, promotions and special offers are available from respective corporate members, so allowing the spa association member to save money and enjoy added benefits each month. Visit the website, for current special offers and promotions.

9. Intelligent Spas Benchmarking Reports and Operations Manual Discounted rates at 10 % for Association Members.

10. Spa Association of Canada Exhibition Stand at Shows in Canada and abroad.

11. Waves Pool Spa Bath, Canada Salon Pro & Beauty and more in line to come.

The show endorsement creates a consumer awareness of the Spa Association of Canada and its members.

12. Newsletters on up to date matters regarding SPA issues in Canada and internationally.

13. Updated international references and articles from various sources posted on our webpage.

14. A discount for all spa association members attending the annual spa conference in Canada in wellness Shows.

For more information on membership, membership fees or how your spa can participate in this important industry initiative, please mail us at info@spaassociationofcanada.com .