Hotels Canada has released its 2026 Spring Workforce Report, providing new insights into the workforce pressures affecting Canada’s hotel industry. The report explores ongoing labour challenges across the country, including workforce shortages, retention concerns due to expiring work permits, and the impacts of immigration and workforce policy changes on hotel operations. The findings highlight particularly acute pressures in rural a…
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Hotels Canada was pleased to host Parliamentarians for a behind-the-scenes tour of the Fairmont Château Laurier in Ottawa. Co-hosted by Senator Karen Sorensen and General Manager Geneviève Dumas, the visit offered a closer look at what it takes to operate one of Canada’s most iconic hotels beyond the guest experience and into the day-to-day realities of running a hotel. From workforce management to core operational functions, the t…
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📅 Date: March 12, 2026⏱ Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. ET Join Hotels Canada for a member-exclusive session on May 12, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. ET for CBRE Hotels: Spring Market Briefing—a timely discussion on emerging trends shaping the hotel sector. The CBRE Hotels team will explore current performance metrics and share insights on key leading indicators across the country as we enter the busy summer travel season. The team will also offer ea…
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Statement from Hotels Canada on the International Convention and Attraction Fund renewal: The Government of Canada’s renewal of the International Convention Attraction Fund, with $15 million over three years, is a welcome and important signal that reinforces the value of business events in Canada’s economy. Administered by Destination Canada, the fund supports destinations in securing major international events and conferences. Sin…
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📅 Date: March 20, 2026⏱ Time: 12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. ET As major international events like FIFA approach, hotel leadership plays a critical role in ensuring teams are prepared to respond with confidence. Hotels Canada invites you to join a 30-minute webinar designed for hotel owners, executives, and management teams. This session will provide a clear, practical overview of what happens after a report is made—featuring insights from …
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Hotels Canada’s 2026 Annual Workforce Report provides timely insights into the trends shaping Canada’s hotel workforce, as operators navigate a changing labour market. The report examines demographic trends, shifting labour dynamics, regional workforce pressures, and the critical role of both domestic and international talent in supporting hotel operations across the country. It also highlights how hotels are adapting through recruitment…
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