About Us
Hotel Industry Excellence: At Your Service
Who We Are
The Hotel Association of Canada is a national association dedicated to identifying and understanding the most critical challenges faced by our industry today. We bring together hospitality leaders and key stakeholders to collaboratively problem-solve and mobilize for action.
We translate complex industry data into actionable insights. Through strategic advocacy efforts, we advocate for legislative solutions that create policy impact, while elevating our membership base through innovative and sustainable programming to ensure our industry’s continued growth and success.
Our Vision
The hotel and lodging industry is recognized and respected for its leading contribution to people, communities, the economy, and the planet.
Our Mission
To enable the success of the Canadian hotel and lodging industry through trusted, impactful advocacy and strong member programs.
Meet Our Team
Our accomplished team of professionals executes with dedication, passion, and expertise, driving the HAC mission forward with precision and finesse.
Our Board of Directors
The Hotel Association of Canada is guided by the leadership and dedication of our esteemed Board of Directors, representing members from across the Canadian hotel industry.
Our Executive Leadership
The Executive Leadership Council ensures that regional considerations are seamlessly integrated into our advocacy efforts. This collaborative forum shapes the development and delivery of our strategic plans and facilitates the exchange of operational insights, fostering the promotion of best practices in governance and operations.
Recent News
Mandy Farmer Appointed Chair of The Hotel Association of Canada
The Hotel Association of Canada (HAC) is pleased to announce that Mandy Farmer, CEO of Accent Inns Inc., has been appointed Chair of the HAC Board of Directors effective January 8, 2026 and running through HAC’s 2027 Annual General Meeting. “Mandy is a well-known hotelier and entrepreneur with a reputation for bringing energy, creativity, and collaboration to everything she does. Since joining…
Read More📅 Date: January 27⏱ Time: 1:00 – 1:30 p.m. ET As part of the national No Room for Trafficking initiative, the Hotel Association of Canada is hosting a fr…
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On November 18, 2025, Senator Karen Sorensen introduced Senate Inquiry No. 8: The nation-building value of tourism in Canada — drawing national attention to t…
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