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Rimrock Banff Officially Reopens
2026/10/15

A luxury resort in Banff National Park has officially reopened following a property-wide $115 million transformation. Rimrock Banff, Emblems Collection marks the North American debut of Emblems Collection, Accor’s curated luxury collection. A longstanding Banff landmark, the resort has undergone an extensive transformation that reconnects it with its mountain setting, bringing the Emblems philosophy of intimate, character-rich hospitality to the Canadian Rockies. Following an extensive reimagination, the resort has been shaped around a more intimate vision of mountain hospitality.…
Canada’s Top Hotels Earn Condé Nast Traveller Award
2026/10/15

Canada’s top 10 hotels were recognized in Condé Nast Traveller’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards, showcasing the country’s exceptional hospitality, luxury, and unique travel experiences. Voted on by Condé Nast Traveller readers, the annual awards recognize hotels and travel experiences around the world. Leading the list is The Hazelton Hotel in Toronto, renowned for its elegant design, personalized service, and sophisticated atmosphere. Fogo Island Inn in Newfoundland and Labrador offers a remarkable remote escape, combining contemporary architecture with dramatic Atlantic…
Air Canada Offers New Business Travel Platform
2026/10/15

Air Canada has announced the launch of Air Canada Embarq, a new self-serve travel management platform designed specifically to help Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises and non-profit organizations with their business travel needs. Part of Air Canada for Business, Air Canada Embarq brings travel management, tracking and rewards together in one centralized platform, giving businesses a simpler way to manage travel, optimize budgets and support employees on the road. Travellers book directly through aircanada.com, with eligible travel automatically recognized…
SITE Appoints Rebecca Wright as Interim CEO
2026/10/14

The Society for Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE) has appointed Rebecca Wright as interim CEO. The appointment follows a comprehensive process led by SITE’s executive committee and affirmed by the SITE international board of directors. Wright succeeds Annette Gregg and will lead the association while a separate search for a permanent CEO takes place. Wright is well known across the SITE community and brings more than 15 years of experience in the incentive travel industry. A former chapter leader and…
Victoria Is World’s Best For Sustainable Tourism
2026/10/14

Victoria has been recognized as the world’s best small city for sustainable tourism by by a notable tourism industry index. The Global Destination Sustainability (GDS) Index ranked Victoria as the number one city overall with a population less than 200,000 for sustainable tourism. The runners-up to Victoria were Kerry, Ireland in second place and Luzern, Switzerland in third. Based on the criteria assessed for this year’s index, Victoria also ranked highly for destination management with a third-place score of 95.89,…
Plans For New Kelowna Downtown Hotel
2026/10/14

The City of Kelowna is moving forward with plans for a premier waterfront hotel and branded residential project at 289 Queensway in downtown Kelowna. The city plans to partner with one of Marriott International’s acclaimed brands on the downtown project. “This project reflects the momentum and bold investment shaping Kelowna’s waterfront and city,” said Mayor of Kelowna Tom Dyas. “Alongside enhancements to the downtown waterfront, like the recently opened City Park boardwalk and development of a new swim venue,…
Chelsea Toronto Unveils Renewed Brand
2026/10/02

Chelsea Toronto unveils its renewed brand, following a four-year, $85 million hotel-wide transformation. As Canada’s largest hotel, the transformation was built around a simple purpose: Bringing people and the city together. It recognizes that Chelsea serves many kinds of travellers and creates experiences that fit what brings each guest to Toronto. “Chelsea has always meant different things to different people, and that is one of our greatest strengths,” said, Shane Downey, managing director. “Our renewed brand gives us a clearer…
Moxy Calgary Hotel Starts Construction
2026/10/02

Construction of the new Moxy Calgary East Village hotel has begun and completion is expected in 2028. Across five storeys, the Moxy Calgary East Village is planned to bring 131 hotel rooms, communal gathering and fitness spaces, and amenities that can be used by both guests and community members, including a bar, and an outdoor thermal spa. “Moxy Calgary East Village is the third development project to break ground in East Village this year, and we’re thrilled to see…
Synvest Acquires Hotel Portfolio
2026/10/02

Accent Inns and Hotel Zed CEO Mandy Farmer has announced that the companies have been sold to Synvest Group of Companies, with the transition expected to take place at the end of November. The transaction brings together two B.C. based organizations with deep roots in hospitality and a shared commitment to people, culture and exceptional guest experiences. Throughout the process, both parties identified a strong alignment in their values and approach to hospitality, which became an important consideration in…
Shay Ristorante Opens in Toronto
2026/10/01

Lunaro Hospitality and executive chef Justin Friedlich have opened Shay Ristorante at 1055 Yonge Street. Shay Ristorante marks the first restaurant opening for both Friedlich and Lunaro Hospitality. Named after Friedlich’s daughter, Shay Ristorante is a deeply personal expression of his heritage and his story. The idea behind it is simple: every guest should feel like family, as though they were seated at the chef’s own table in his home, but with the elevated care and hospitality of an…

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