Driftscape in the Headlines: Awards, Recognition & Media Buzz Around Our Self-Guided Tour App

From local festivals to national headlines, Driftscape’s self-guided tour app is helping destinations create richer visitor experiences while boosting community impact.

Featured by CBC, CTV News, and top tourism associations, our platform continues to earn recognition for bringing stories, culture, and small businesses to life. All through one powerful digital tourism tool.

Driftscape featured on The CBC

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Where the Media Is Talking About Our Self-Guided Tour App

Tourism professionals know the pressure to deliver memorable visitor experiences without growing your team. That’s where Driftscape shines—and journalists have taken notice:

CBC highlighted how our immersive travel experience helped locals rediscover hidden gems in their city.

CTV News featured our partnership with Tourism North Bay, showcasing how interactive tourism maps drive off-season visits.

The Globe and Mail covered our work with smaller towns using Driftscape to share cultural tourism stories without needing extra staff.

CityNews reported on how our storytelling walking tour app in Cabbagetown increased foot traffic for local businesses.

Toronto Star included Driftscape in its Black History Month feature as a digital storytelling tourism tool.

News Nation USA spotlighted how Burk’s Falls leveraged our app to support shop local goals with modern tools.

“A homegrown app that’s transforming how communities share their stories.” – CBC “An immersive way to reimagine your city.” – CityNews

Awards and Industry Recognition That Build Confidence

When choosing technology, you want assurance it’s trusted. Driftscape has received attention that affirms its value to real tourism teams:

Named a Top 10 Travel and Hospitality Tech Solution by CIO Review

Included in Best Startup Canada rankings for tourism SaaS and digital marketing

Winner of NOW Magazine’s Readers’ Choice for Best Tech App in Toronto

Profiled by LiisBeth for inclusive innovation in Canadian tourism

Featured as an Innovative Company to Watch by The Startup Pill

Our platform isn’t just loaded with features—it’s designed for real-world results.

Why Real Tourism Professionals Are Turning to Driftscape

Driftscape was built with the realities of local tourism teams in mind:

TIAC Membership ensures we align with national tourism strategies

ACO Heritage Award Nomination for our work with Hear Here in promoting heritage tours

Canada’s Podcast & Innovation Fuel featured our CEO on digital solutions for small-town revitalization

North Bay used Driftscape to support contest-based gamification and drive year-round exploration

These aren’t vague case studies—they’re lived experiences from organizations like yours.

From Food Tours to Cultural Storytelling

What do sustainability tours, food adventures, and hidden histories have in common? Communities across Canada are using Driftscape to make them accessible and engaging:

Wellington Advertiser profiled a local food tour powered by our mobile tour platform

Spacing Magazine called Driftscape a bridge between familiar spaces and deeper stories

Simcoe.com showed how our app supports cultural tourism campaigns

Re:Porter Magazine likened Driftscape to a modern View-Master for curious travellers

This is digital storytelling tourism that visitors actually use and share.

Solving Real Problems with Real Tools

If you’re a BIA or tourism organization facing these challenges: - Too many POIs to promote, not enough people to do it - A need to move beyond static signage and expensive brochures - Pressure to show results from seasonal campaigns

Driftscape can help. Our visitor experience platform helps you do more, track more, and share more—without more work.

What’s Next for Teams Using Our Digital Tourism Platform

We’re constantly evolving our tools to keep up with the real needs of our partners:

• AI-Powered Business Directories to automate listings

• Multilingual content instant translation into French and Spanish

• Points & Rewards enhancements finer controls to our rewards program

  
  

We’re not just a walking tour app—we’re a full platform built for smarter, sustainable tourism.

Let’s Help You Make Headlines Too

Want to join the tourism professionals using Driftscape to create immersive travel experiences and boost local engagement? Contact us to see how you can get started.

Our self-guided tour app is helping communities shop local, explore cultural landmarks, and scale tourism impact with less strain. Let’s tell your story next.

1. What makes Driftscape’s self-guided tour app unique?

Driftscape combines storytelling, interactive maps, and gamified features into one easy-to-use tourism app. It helps destinations highlight local businesses, attractions, and cultural stories; all without requiring any technical setup.

2. How are tourism teams using Driftscape?

Tourism teams use Driftscape to power self-guided tours, scavenger hunts, and loyalty programs. It’s also used to showcase events, museums, outdoor attractions, and local history making it a flexible platform for destinations of all sizes.

3. Where has Driftscape been featured in the media?

Driftscape has been featured by CBC, CTV News, and other major tourism and technology publications. These stories highlight how the app supports local economies and brings cultural storytelling into the digital age.

4. Is Driftscape available outside Canada?

Yes. While Driftscape began in Canada, it’s now expanding to the United States and the United Kingdom, helping tourism teams worldwide connect with visitors in new ways.

5. How can I get my destination featured in Driftscape’s news section?

If your tourism team is using Driftscape, reach out to our marketing team. We love showcasing innovative partners and sharing their stories through our blog, newsletters, and social media.