Checking In Presented by Hotelier: Susie Grynol takes a look at some of the key issues impacting Canada’s hotel community
Susie Grynol, president of the Hotel Association of Canada, examines a few of the strategies the association has developed to deal with some of the key challenges of the day. From topics such as short-term rentals, to labour shortages and OTAs, the association has worked diligently to advocate and launch initiatives that help the hotel industry regain its competitive edge.
Hotel Association of Canada Rebrands as Hotels Canada, Marking a New Era for the Industry
March 5, 2026 – Toronto, ON Today, Beth McMahon, President & CEO, announced a bold new era for the national voice of Canada’s hotel sector: the Hotel Association of Canada is introducing a new name and brand identity—Hotels Canada. The new name and brand identity reflect a modern, united, and forward‑looking hotel industry. Hotels Canada captures the economic leadership and growt...
Read MoreHAC continues to bring the hotel industry’s voice to federal consultations and parliamentary studies - advocating for practical policies that support workforc...
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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 ...
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Our 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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