Advocacy
Advocating for you. Sharing insights on key issues, policy wins and how they affect your business every day.
Advocacy Priorities
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Workforce
As global travel surges, our sector faces a critical workforce shortage, with hundreds of thousands of vacancies. To meet demand, we advocate for policies that will increase access to both domestic and international workers.
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Housing
Unchecked short-term rental growth in Canada’s biggest cities is a major contributor to the housing crisis. We advocate for measures to return these units to the housing market for all Canadians.
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Global Competitiveness
Despite the resurgence in global travel, Canada is losing ground as a destination of choice for international travellers. We advocate to boost Canada’s international competitiveness.
Learn MoreHAC in Action
Federal Budget & Other Government Consultations
Through Federal Budget and other policy consultations, parliamentary committee appearances and meetings with government officials, HAC advocates for investments and policies that address the industry’s most pressing needs and challenges.
Learn MoreParliament Hill Day – #HAContheHill
Every year, hoteliers from across the country descend on Parliament Hill for #HAContheHill. This prestigious event raises awareness of key industry issues among Members of Parliament, Senators, and other influential political figures.
Learn MoreRecent News
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The Hotel Association of Canada (HAC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Beth McMahon, MES, as its new President & CEO, effective September 16, 2024. An award-winning association leader, McMahon brings extensive experience to the role and is poised to lead the HAC into an exciting new chapter of growth and advocacy success…..
Read MoreGreen Key Global, North America’s leading sustainability certification program, has announced an exciting revamp of their ….
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Green Key Global – the only sustainability certification designed specifically for hotels….
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Resources
Breaking down complex issues and key data into industry resources you can use to support workforce, housing and other hospitality needs.