DATE: Monday, April 27, 2026
RE: Transition of Marketing Levy Administration to ORHMA To All Accommodation Providers,
Since January 1, 2024, a mandatory 3% Marketing Levy has been applied to all fixed-roof accommodations (stays of 28 days or less) within the Municipality of the County of Richmond. This levy provides essential funding to Destination Cape Breton, the official tourism marketing organization for the region, to support tourism development and promotion.
The Municipality of the County of Richmond has designated the Ontario Restaurant Hotel & Motel Association (ORHMA) to assist accommodation providers in understanding and implementing the Marketing Levy. Selected for their extensive experience managing the reporting and collection of municipal accommodation levies across Canada, ORHMA is an established industry leader that brings valuable expertise in administration and reporting. This partnership ensures a smooth transition for local operators by streamlining the remittance process, providing clear technical guidance and supporting the tourism sector in maximizing the collective benefits of the levy
Effective May 1, 2026, all accommodation providers are required to collect and remit the 3% levy via the ORHMA Levy Reporting Portal. Please note that previous reporting systems, including Checkln Analytics, are no longer in use.
Destination Cape Breton Support: Mary Theresa Jessome I ORHMA Support: I 905-592-3023
Municipal Office: 902-226-2400