Hotel Industry Excellence

At Your Service

Empowering the success of the Canadian hotel and lodging industry through trusted, impactful advocacy and strong member programs.

About US

Advocating For You

The Hotel Association of Canada is a national association focused on identifying and understanding the most critical challenges faced by our industry today and bringing together hospitality leaders and key stakeholders to problem-solve and mobilize for action.

We translate complex industry data into actionable insights. Our distinct position allows us to leverage key political relationships to advocate for legislative solutions that create policy impact, while elevating our membership base through innovative and sustainable programming.

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Advocacy Focus

A strong tourism and hospitality sector benefits Canadians in every region of the country. But there are significant barriers to unlocking Canada’s tourism and hotel industry potential.

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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.

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Recent News

Fraudulent Hotel Bookings in Canada: Report

The Hotel Association of Canada (HAC) has released a comprehensive report on the rising issue of fraudulent hotel bookings in Canada. This alarming trend is significantly impacting our industry, some key findings from the report include:….

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Spotlight on Data: Farhina’s Insights on HAC Surveys and the Power of Member Feedback

Farhina Balayet is HAC’s Research and Data Visualization Manager, bringing nea….

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New survey: Canadians believe short-term rentals have negative impact on housing affordability, majority want increased regulations

According to a recent survey conducted by Nanos Research, a majority of Canadians think short-term rental properties have a negative or….

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Become A HAC Member

Join Canada’s network of hoteliers. Access exclusive content, research and events to grow your business.

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Premier Partners

Connect with Canada’s Hotel Industry

Elevate your brand’s presence in Canada’s hotel industry. Unlock exclusive networking opportunities, gain invaluable industry insights, and showcase your commitment to excellence to our engaged nationwide audience.

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