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September 27, 2024 Cost Outlook 2025: Slow, but Steady March Toward Recovery

To assist with forecasting for 2025, Avendra International releases its annual cost outlook, The Avendra Edge, highlighting key macroeconomic trends and supply chain solutions to assist our clients in their business decision-making….

August 14, 2024 Hotel Association of Canada Appoints Beth McMahon as President & CEO

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 leade….

August 13, 2024 Green Key Global Enhances its Vendor Program and offers an Exclusive Incentive for HAC Affiliate Members

Green Key Global, North America’s leading sustainability certification program, has announced an exciting revamp of their ….

August 12, 2024 Green Key Global Announces Board Members

Green Key Global – the only sustainability certification designed specifically for hotels – today announced its first-ever slate of board members an….

July 25, 2024 Addressing Fraudulent Hotel Bookings

The federal government lists hotel bookings as a recommended supporting document in visitor visa applications. As a result, many visitor visa applicants are fraudulently booking hotel stays and c….

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July 21, 2024 HAC’s Adrienne Foster Discusses Labour Challenges on ‘Checking In’ Podcast

HAC’s Adrienne Foster, Vice-President, Policy and Public Affairs, recently joined David McMillan, President of AXIS International, and Steve Renard, President of Renard International Search Consu….

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July 3, 2024 Ecolab Canada Partners With Hotel Association Of Canada As Premier Sponsor, Offering Cutting-Edge Solutions For Sustainable Hospitality

The Hotel Association of Canada (HAC) is excited to announce Ecolab Canada as its newest Premier Partner. “We are delighted to welcome Ecolab Canada as a Premier Partner,” said Cara Shulman, Vice-President of Programs and Partnerships at the Hotel Association of Canada. “This collaboration will give Canadian hotels access to tangible innovations, raising th….

July 3, 2024 Hotel Association Of Canada Announces 2024 Board Of Directors

The Hotel Association of Canada (HAC) announced its 2024 Board of Directors at its Annual General Meeting in Montreal. “I’m proud of the collaborative effort shown by our Board, the HAC team, and our members. Together, we continue to tackle challenges and pursue opportunities, advancing the vision of a vibrant and resilient hospitality industry,” said Tony Co….

April 29, 2024 Interim President & CEO Appointment

As you all know, our President & CEO, Susie Grynol, will be leaving our Association in June. Our Board of Directors has moved swiftly to engage the services of a well-known executive search firm, a search committee has been appointed and the process to replace our leader is underway. We look forward to announcing a new President & CEO when our process is co….

April 15, 2024 Hotel Association Of Canada Announces Resignation Of President & CEO, Susie Grynol

The Hotel Association of Canada (HAC) today announced the resignation of Susie Grynol from her position as President & CEO, effective June 3rd, 2024. During her 7.5 year tenure as President & CEO, Grynol spearheaded a remarkable turnaround strategy for the Association, boosting membership by 3,000% and elevating the Association’s presence and impact on th….

April 2, 2024 North American Hotel Brands Increasingly Move Toward Sustainability Certification To Strengthen Commitment To Environmental Well-Being

Major hotel companies are in collaboration with Green Key Global, as AHLA and HAC solidify partnership deal to expand further into U.S. and Canada The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and the Hotel Association of Canada (HAC) announced today that Green Key Global, the sustainability certification body for hotels, is now jointly operated….

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March 28, 2024 O’Connor & Associates Joins Hotel Association Of Canada As Premier Partner, Offering Unparalleled Property Tax Expertise To Canadian Hotels

The Hotel Association of Canada (HAC) is proud to announce O’Connor and Associates as its newest Premier Partner. “We are thrilled to partner with O’Connor & Associates to empower Canadian hoteliers to minimize the impact of their property tax bills said Susie Grynol,….

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