About Us
Hotel Industry Excellence: At Your Service
Who We Are
The Hotel Association of Canada is a national association dedicated to identifying and understanding the most critical challenges faced by our industry today. We bring together hospitality leaders and key stakeholders to collaboratively problem-solve and mobilize for action.
We translate complex industry data into actionable insights. Through strategic advocacy efforts, we advocate for legislative solutions that create policy impact, while elevating our membership base through innovative and sustainable programming to ensure our industry’s continued growth and success.
Our Vision
The hotel and lodging industry is recognized and respected for its leading contribution to people, communities, the economy, and the planet.
Our Mission
To enable the success of the Canadian hotel and lodging industry through trusted, impactful advocacy and strong member programs.
Meet Our Team
Our accomplished team of professionals executes with dedication, passion, and expertise, driving the HAC mission forward with precision and finesse.
Our Board of Directors
The Hotel Association of Canada is guided by the leadership and dedication of our esteemed Board of Directors, representing members from across the Canadian hotel industry.
Our Executive Leadership
The Executive Leadership Council ensures that regional considerations are seamlessly integrated into our advocacy efforts. This collaborative forum shapes the development and delivery of our strategic plans and facilitates the exchange of operational insights, fostering the promotion of best practices in governance and operations.
Recent News
2026 National Day for Human Trafficking Awareness: Joint Statement from Canada’s Hotel Associations
February 19, 2026 — On National Human Trafficking Awareness Day in Canada—and throughout the year—Canada’s hotel industry is united in taking action to prevent human trafficking. This year, the Hotel Association of Canada and provincial and city hotel associations, along with their members nationwide, have launched No Room for Trafficking, a national campaign that mobilizes hotels to st…
Read MoreOur industry is moving faster than ever. Markets are fluctuating. Talent pressures are intensifying. Global competition is redefining the playing field. But thi…
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The Hotel Association of Canada (HAC) is pleased to announce that Mandy Farmer, CEO of Accent Inns Inc., has been appointed Chair of the HAC Board of Directors …
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