With its frosty weather and close proximity to the United States, Canada can sometimes be forgotten by the global hospitality community. That doesn't mean, however, that there's nothing going on there.
According to Lodging Econometrics (LE), the total Construction Pipeline in Canada currently has 244 Projects/32,170 Rooms, up 17% by projects Year-Over-Year (YOY).There are 87 Projects/11,286 Rooms Under Construction, up 19% by projects YOY. Projects Scheduled to Start Construction in the Next 12 Months are at 91 Projects/10,536 Rooms, up 15%, while those in Early Planning are at 66 Projects/10,348 Rooms, up 18%.The top hotel companies in Canada's Construction Pipeline by projects are: Marriott with 54 Projects/7,764 Rooms, InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) with 43 Projects/4,436 Rooms, and Hilton with 37 Projects/4,218 Rooms. The largest brands in the Pipeline for each of these companies are: Courtyard by Marriott with 110 Projects/1,597 Rooms, IHG's Holiday Inn Express with 30 Projects/3,129 Rooms and Hilton's Hampton Inn & Suites with 12 Projects/1,231 Rooms.Cities in Canada with the largest pipelines are: Toronto with 36 Projects/5144 Rooms, Calgary with 14 Projects/2,221 Rooms and Edmonton with 12 Projects/1,825 Rooms.
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, the world's leading luxury hospitality company, today announced that its President and Chief Executive Officer, J. Allen Smith, will be leaving his position at the end of 2018 upon the completion of his five-year contract with the Company.
b4checkin, Inc., a developer and provider of cloud-based hospitality software solutions, announced today that it is set to implement b4easypost, the industry's first revolutionary online payment and posting software solution, at two prestigious Canadian hotel properties – One King West Hotel & Residences in Toronto, Ontario (http://www.onekingwest.com) and the Rimrock Resort Hotel in Banff, Alberta (http://www.rimrockresort.com).
From one end of the country to the other, Canada boasts perfect winter wonderland escapes. Whether it's observing rare wildlife, hitting the slopes, or just exploring one of its great cities, there are many reasons why travelers all over the world visit the Great White North this winter season.
As both President of Les Clefs d'Or Canada and global Director of Communications for Les Clefs d’Or, the professional organisation for the world’s best hotel concierges, Avaria will continue to uphold the remarkable reputation held by the Chef Concierge role at the company’s flagship hotel. Avaria is one of only five women who hold the position of President in Les Clef d’Or organisations in 45 countries around the world.
Jens Moesker has been appointed Regional Vice President, Pacific Northwest and General Manager of Fairmont Pacific Rim in Vancouver, BC. Jens joins Fairmont Hotels’ from his most recent position as Area Manager and General Manager of the Shangri-La Hotel Toronto where he oversaw the North American properties. Internationally raised and born into a family of hoteliers, Jens began his hospitality career in 1990 when he held a series of progressive Food and Beverage management roles in Europe, Middle East and the United States, including the acclaimed Hilton Jerusalem in Israel, InterContinental hotels in London and Germany, the Hotel Bristol Forte in Warsaw and the Jebel Ali Hotel in Dubai. In 2000 he joined Shangri-La as director of food and beverage at The Kerry Centre Hotel in Beijing and shortly after became resident manager at Shangri-La Hotel Changchun.
Fairmont Vancouver Airport is pleased to announce the appointment of Cari Bower as Director, Leisure Sales. Based in Toronto, she will oversee the leisure and entertainment markets for the award-winning hotel that has been ranked #1 Airport Hotel in North America for the past six out of seven years by Skytrax.
Meeting Professionals International (MPI) has selected Julie Holmen to serve as Director of Business Development covering Canada, Europe and Asia, effective December 4, 2017. Based in Toronto, Holmen will be responsible for revenue generation and management of strategic partnerships for the association and the MPI Foundation within her assigned markets, and reports to Evan Casey, MPI’s Vice President of Global Sales.
North of the border, the Hotel Association of Canada (HAC), headed by Executive Director Susie Grynol, is taking a proactive approach to curbing multiple Airbnb listings. In a recent interview, Ms. Grynol elaborated on a three-prong approach to dealing with the increasing pressure that Airbnb (and other internet-based lodging companies) are putting on our industry.
Marriott International, the country's leading lodging company, is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment (MLSE), making Marriott International the preferred hotel company for the Toronto Maple Leafs.
According to Lodging Econometrics (LE), the total Construction Pipeline in Canada currently has 228 Projects/30,875 Rooms, up 11% by projects Year-Over-Year (YOY).
HVS and STR are pleased to provide you with the quarterly report of the Canadian Lodging Outlook. Each report includes occupancy (occ), average daily rate (ADR), and revenue per available room (RevPAR) for six major markets.
With its snowy location as the United States' northern neighbor, Canada can sometimes be overlooked by those of us in the hospitality space as the larger countries smaller sibling. While the United States is among the most vibrant markets in the global hospitality industry, the savvy hotel owner and operator would do well to remember that that country has a robust and thriving project pipeline of its own, one that is well worth knowing much more about.
Canada's hotel industry reported positive year-over-year results in the three key performance metrics during the third quarter of 2017, according to data from STR. Compared with Q3 2016:
New Canadian generational data released today by Expedia® Media Solutions, the advertising arm of the Expedia group, found that Gen Z and Millennials focus on crossing off their bucket list and embrace the 'you only live once' (#YOLO) mentality, while Baby Boomers enjoy worry-free, all-inclusive resorts and cruises. The findings, from a survey conducted by Northstar Research Partners, showcase broad travel trends in the Canadian market, including the motivations, preferences and attitudes of travellers across four generations: Generation Z, Millennials, Generation X and Baby Boomers.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced it has entered into a franchise agreement With Spirit Ridge Owners Association And In December 2017, Spirit Ridge at Nk"Mip Resort will join The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand, a global collection of unique and story-worthy stay experiences. Situated 175 miles east of Vancouver in Osoyoos, British Columbia, the luxury Spirit Ridge resort will be the first Canadian property affiliated with The Unbound Collection by Hyatt portfolio and sixth globally for the brand, which spans across North America, Latin America and Europe.
Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) announces the grand opening of its first Element hotel in Alberta, third in Canada. Element Calgary Airport is the first hotel in Alberta that is built to LEED® standards (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design® ), a prestigious mark of excellence that recognizes sustainability in design, construction and operation. The hotel is built green from the ground up with a sustainable design lead by globally-acclaimed architects Foster+Partners and eco-friendly practices, including water-efficient faucets and fixtures, energy-efficient appliances, 100% recycled cork gym floors, an extensive recycling program, electric vehicle charging stations, and more. Element Calgary Airport has 142 spacious studios and suites, featuring fully-equipped kitchenettes, a flexible living space, the signature Westin Heavenly® Bed and spa-inspired bathrooms with rainfall showerheads. As Starwood"s eco-innovation lab, each room also features a work space and high-tech office and entertainment equipment, with complimentary internet access and a one-stop connectivity solution that allows guests to hook up portable electronics to their in-room TV. Element offers an all natural saline pool that is healthier and more eco-friendly than chlorine, three conference and meeting rooms, a business centre, and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. Guests can stay on the move and explore Calgary"s nearby trails for exercise or for a smart, eco-friendly transportation alternative with Element"s complimentary Bikes-to-Borrow available for any guest. The hotel will also feature SPG Keyless - the industry-first keyless entry system - enabling guests to use their smartphone as a room key
Designed to meet the needs of active vacationers and daring business travellers, Entourage sur-le-lac Resort offers a wide array of services, unbelievable comfort and amenities adapted so that all of our clients can take full advantage of the magnificent outdoor playground. It offers a kaleidoscope of year-round activities and entertainment that are centred on well-being and the art of living.
The Westin Ottawa is excited to announce the arrival of their new Executive Chef, Geoffrey Morden. With 18 years of experience working with culinary teams at Fairmont properties and 14 years of experience as an Executive Chef, Geoffrey was also part of the opening team for one of Ottawa’s largest kitchens at Shaw Centre. In his position as Executive Chef, Geoffrey will be leading the culinary team in providing 350,000 banquet and catering covers per year throughout The Westin Ottawa’s 47,200 square feet of meeting space, as well at the hotel’s 24-Hour Room Service.