New Prototype Unveiled for the Days Inn by Wyndham Brand in Canada
TORONTO — Days Inns Canada announced the release of its G3 prototype, giving franchisees an economical and contemporary roadmap for new construction.
Leveraging the latest trends and owner...
Government Releases Plan for Safe Air Travel
OTTAWA — On August 14, the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Marc Garneau, announced Canada’s Flight Plan for Navigating COVID-19 (Canada’s Flight Plan), which is the foundation...
Saskatchewan Announces $35 Million to Support Tourism Sector
REGINA — The Government of Saskatchewan announced $35 million in support for Saskatchewan’s hard-hit tourism sector. Under the Saskatchewan Tourism Sector Support Program, eligible hospitality and event/attraction...
IHG Releases Interim Half-Year Results
DENHAM, United Kingdom — IHG released its interim half-year results last week, which showed a $6.6-billion total gross-revenue decline, representing a 52-per-cent decrease.
According to Keith Barr, CEO,...
KML Hosts Live Webinar to Address Racism in the Hospitality Industry
TORONTO — The death of American George Floyd at the hands of police fuelled outrage and sparked protests and demonstrations against anti-black racism across North America and...
Hyatt Place Toronto/Mississauga Centre Hotel Opens
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — Hyatt Place Toronto/Mississauga Centre announced its official opening last week. Located in the heart of Mississauga’s business district, the hotel features the Hyatt Place...
Updated CEWS Calculator Launched
OTTAWA — An update has been launched for the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) online calculator to coincide with recently implemented changes to the program.
The updated and...
Sunray Acquires Owens Hospitality Group
TORONTO — Sunray Group has acquired 100-per-cent ownership interest in Owens Hospitality Group Ltd., a hospitality-development and administration company with ownership interest in three Saskatchewan hotels.
The three...
STR, AirDNA release Analysis of Hotels and Short-Term Rental Performance
HENDERSONVILLE, Tenn. — The hotel industry has made promising weekly gains in occupancy since its low point during the COVID-19 pandemic, while short-term rentals are nearing last...
Marriott Introduces New Digital Content on Meetings and Events
BETHESDA, Md. — Following the announcement of Marriott International’s Commitment to Clean and Global Cleanliness Council, Marriott has introduced digital content about re-defined processes and re-imagined spaces...