HAC Welcomes Alison Evans As Interim President

The Hotel Association of Canada (HAC) is pleased to announce Alison Evans as Interim President. Evans fills this appointment as Susie Grynol, President of HAC, prepares for maternity leave in August.

Evans has more than 20 years’ experience representing the interests of higher education, health, global change, high tech, and agriculture – managing portfolios which have included government relations, strategic communications, social responsibility, business development, marketing, R&D, and partnerships.

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Hotels Canada’s 2026 Annual Workforce Report

Hotels Canada’s 2026 Annual Workforce Report provides timely insights into the trends shaping Canada’s hotel workforce, as operators navigate a changing labour market. The report examines demographic trends, shifting labour dynamics, regional workforce pressures, and the critical role of both domestic and international talent in supporting hotel operations across the country. It also highlight...

Government Responds to Rural Workforce Pressures

The Government of Canada has announced new Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) measures. This is a direct response to concerns Canada’s hotel industry has...

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...

Advancing the Hotel Sector’s Agenda: HAC Champions Industry Priorities in Ottawa

HAC 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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