Hyatt Place Brand to Debut in Canada’s North with Hyatt Place Whitehorse
100-room Hyatt Place hotel to be located in the heart of downtown Whitehorse, the capital city of Canada's Yukon Territory.
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Park Inn by Radisson Opens Minutes From Edmonton Airport
Park Inn by Radisson, the upper midscale hotel brand synonymous with stress-free experiences, good food, and upbeat environments, is proud to announce the opening of its newest property, Park Inn by Radisson Leduc, AB. Situated 30 minutes south of Edmonton, Alberta's capital, in the heart of Leduc's business district, the recently renovated hotel offers convenient access to both Edmonton International Airport (YEG) and Queen Elizabeth II Highway.
Hannes Portmann has been appointed as Chief Financial Officer at Cabot
Cabot, the developer and operator of master-planned golf resort communities, announced today that Hannes Portmann has been appointed Chief Financial Officer, commencing late January 2022. In this role, Portmann will oversee company and property-level finances and manage accounting, strategic planning, and corporate strategy.
Muir, Autograph Collection, Set to Open in Nova Scotia
Inspired by the enduring spirit, culture and character of Nova Scotia and its people, Muir, Autograph Collection, officially opens its doors on December 10, 2021. Located in the new Queen's Marque district on the Halifax Waterfront in the absolute centre of downtown, Muir is the first hotel in Nova Scotia to join Autograph Collection Hotels, a curated collection of the world's most distinctive independent hotels, hand-selected for their inherent craft and distinct perspectives on design and hospitality.
Accor welcomes Hotel Belmont Vancouver into the MGallery Hotel Collection
World leading hospitality group Accor announced that effective today, December 1st, 2021, Hotel Belmont Vancouver will join the Group's global portfolio of hotels and resorts as the first Canadian property in the MGallery Hotel Collection. Located at the epicenter of Vancouver's entertainment district, the heritage property is a cultural and artistic nexus for locals and visitors alike, making Hotel Belmont Vancouver a perfect fit for MGallery's storied collection of individual, boutique-styled hotels. Hotel Belmont Vancouver - MGallery Hotel Collection marks the brand's first foray into the Canadian market, joining a global network of more than 100 unique addresses, now in more than 30 countries around the world. Created in 2008, MGallery shares a new vision of accommodation: the luxury of experiencing new emotions and sensations. Today this ambition is reflected in a collection of distinct hotels chosen for their memorable character, intended for those fueled by passion, curiosity and interest in the world around them. From the more than 234 pieces of Second Empire furniture displayed at the Grand Hôtel Beauvau in Marseille, France - to INK Amsterdam, the former home of the Dutch newspaper - to the Kyoto Yura Hotel, built around a Japanese garden, each MGallery has its own distinct design and story to tell. As part of the MGallery Hotel Collection, Hotel Belmont Vancouver will maintain its unique personality and bespoke design while also featuring some of the MGallery brand markers, such as sensorial mixology and artful storytelling. Upon joining Accor, Hotel Belmont Vancouver - MGallery Hotel Collection also becomes a part of one of the most attractive and powerful loyalty programs in the world, ALL - Accor Live Limitless.
OPUS Vancouver Reopens, and Brings Sexy Back to Yaletown
The style, sparkle and fun of Yaletown's signature hotel experience is back in the neighbourhood this fall, as OPUS Vancouver reopens once again, with new General Manager Sarah Vallely at the helm.
STR: Canada hotel performance dipped in October
Canada’s hotel industry reported lower performance levels from the month prior, according to STR’s October 2021 data.
Canada’s Hotel Construction Pipeline Continues to Show a Slight Decline at Q3’21 Close
Analysts at Lodging Econometrics (LE) report that, in the third quarter of 2021, Canada’s hotel construction pipeline stands at 257 projects/34,167 rooms. Pipeline projects declined slightly at the close of Q3’21, down 7% by projects and 5% by rooms, year-over-year (YOY). Projects under construction stand at 70 projects/9,039 rooms, down 20% by projects and 12% by rooms YOY.
STR: Canada hotel performance declined in September
Canada’s hotel industry reported lower performance levels from the month prior, according to STR’s September 2021 data.
Airbnb.org launches partnership to support Afghan refugees in Canada
Earlier this year, Airbnb.org committed to provide temporary housing to 20,000 Afghan refugees worldwide. As thousands of Afghans continue to resettle in communities around the world, Airbnb.org announced today it is partnering with Calgary Catholic Immigration Society (CCIS) to support efforts across a national network of 34 resettlement agencies.
First Look Of Rooms At New Club Med Quebec Resort
Club Med, the pioneer of the all-inclusive concept, and global leader in ski and mountain vacations, revealed today the first images and details of the spectacular rooms and suites at Club Med Québec. The brand's first all-inclusive Canadian resort - opening December 3, 2021 - will be spread across 300+ acres of preserved natural landscape with sweeping views of the scenic St. Lawrence River. The 302-room resort features a mix of Superior and Deluxe rooms as well as a private Exclusive Collection (5-Star) luxury space with 25 dedicated suites, all designed to echo the character of Canada.
The Josie Joins Marriott International's Autograph Collection Hotels
Rossland's boutique ski-in, ski-out hotel cultivates its unique identity while transitioning to an Autograph Collection Hotel by late 2021.
The Pearle Hotel & Spa, Ontario’s First Autograph Collection Hotel, Opens in Downtown Burlington This November
The Pearle Hotel and Spa announced today it will open on Burlington's vibrant waterfront (3 Elizabeth Street) on November 1st, 2021.
Patrick Pollak has been appointed as General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Toronto
Four Seasons Hotel Toronto introduces Patrick Pollak as General Manager as he ushers the Hotel into its exciting new chapter. Pollak joins the brand's global flagship property from Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou and brings an impressive 25-year tenure with Four Seasons.
STR: Canada Hotel Performance Continued To Climb in August
Canada’s hotel industry reported its highest monthly performance levels since the pandemic, according to STR’s August 2021 data.
Global Business Travel Association Canada Looks Forward to Working with New Federal Government
Today, the Global Business Travel Association Canada (GBTA Canada) congratulated Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on forming Canada’s new Federal government. GBTA Canada also commended the other party leaders, candidates and volunteers for their effort in this historic election.
Colin Henderson has been appointed as Chef de Cuisine at Café Boulud, Four Seasons Hotel Toronto
Four Seasons Hotel Toronto announces the appointment of Chef Colin Henderson as Chef de Cuisine of Café Boulud. Chef Colin most recently held the position of Sous Chef, beginning his tenure with Four Seasons at the brand's global flagship property in August of 2018. Chef Colin spent years carefully mastering the artful and rich dishes Café Boulud has become renowned for.
The Reimagined Park Hyatt Toronto Officially Reopens its Doors
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Oxford Properties are pleased to open its doors to the highly anticipated, restored Park Hyatt Toronto hotel. Long considered one of Toronto's most iconic addresses, the property offers deeply personalized and engaged service as the cornerstone of the hotel's revival.
Mark Scott has been appointed as General Manager at Shiji Group
Shiji Group, a leading provider of hospitality technology solutions, has announced its further expansion in the Americas market, with the addition of a new leader and operating unit in Canada.
Sara Glenn has been appointed as Chief Operating Officer, Canada, Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean at Accor
International hospitality leader Accor announced today the appointment of Sara Glenn as Chief Operating Officer, North & Central America. This move reinforces the Group's commitment to investing in world-class leadership and building a strong future for Accor in the region, through the development of renowned brands including luxury leaders Raffles, Fairmont and Sofitel; premium standouts Swissôtel and Pullman; boutique collections such as MGallery; and midscale and economy performers, Novotel and ibis.