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Manon Dicaire Recognized as Top Leader
2023/08/11

Manon Dicaire, Creative Group senior vice president, business development Canada was awarded The Top 50 Women Leaders of Toronto for 2023 by Women We Admire. The women who are selected hold great power in shaping their organizations. Their contributions are pivotal in promoting teamwork and long-lasting growth and development within their teams. “We are thrilled that Manon was chosen as the recipient of this esteemed award,” said Glenn Darlington, EVP, business development, at Creative Group. “Manon has been a guiding light in our Toronto office,…
Porter Airlines Partners with MAM
2023/08/10

Porter Airlines is partnering with Macquarie Asset Management (MAM) to support development of the new passenger terminal at Montréal Saint-Hubert Airport (YHU). Construction PCL (PCL) has also been selected as the general contractor for the passenger terminal. Work will commence in August, with a scheduled completion by mid-2025. The passenger terminal is designed to be 21,000 sq.m. (225,000 sq.ft.) with nine bridged aircraft gates, and an overall modern design aesthetic. There will be lounge-style seating for all passengers and…
New Chair For Destination Toronto
2023/08/10

Destination Toronto announced Rekha Khote, CEO, MK2 Hospitality, as chair of its board of directors. Khote was elected at the 98th Annual General Meeting. “Rekha’s passion for Toronto’s tourism and hospitality community combined with her business acumen make her a natural choice to fill the leadership role of chair,” said Scott Beck, president and CEO of Destination Toronto. “On behalf of our entire destination, I’d like to express my gratitude to Rekha and the entire board of directors for…
RoomRaccoon Welcomes Iris Diab
2023/08/10

RoomRaccoon has appointed Iris Diab as its new account executive for its North America division. This strategic hire underscores RoomRaccoon’s commitment to accelerating growth and expanding its presence in the US and Canada. Diab joins the RoomRaccoon team with more than six years of experience in hotel operations and hospitality tech, having worked for companies such as Guesty, Booking.com, and Cloudbeds. Based in Toronto, Iris will be critical in expanding RoomRaccoon’s presence in the Canadian market and will serve…
Westjet Reveals Winter Schedule
2023/07/28

WestJet has announced its winter schedule, offering opportunities for Canadians to plan winter escapes. The airline is expanding its service to popular sun destinations, adding four new and four returning routes, resulting in more than 85 daily departures to these destinations from cities across Canada. WestJet will serve as the airline providing the most flights to more than 10 Mexican destinations from Canada this winter. “This year’s winter schedule is about providing Canadians with what they want: affordable sun destination getaways from…
Bennett is New Delta Hotel GM
2023/07/28

Invictus Properties and Delta Hotels by Marriott Kamloops have named Jocelyn Bennett as general manager. “Jocelyn’s strong leadership skills, results-oriented management style and extensive knowledge of our hotel as well as the Kamloops market are a true example of living our values, making her a respected leader and the heartbeat of our establishment,” said Bryan Pilbeam, COO, Invictus Properties. “We’re very proud of Jocelyn and excited for her to lead this team.” With a strong track record of success…
Montreal Remains Top Event Host
2023/07/28

Montreal continues to hold the top spot in hosting international association events in the Americas. For the sixth consecutive year, the International Meetings Statistics Report published by the Union of International Associations (UIA) has named Montreal one of the world’s leading business destinations. This prestigious honour, which Montreal has won 11 times in the last 12 years, acknowledges Montreal’s position as a preferred destination for world-class conventions, conferences and association events. With 90 events of the kind held in Montreal by 2022,…
Versante Hotel Offers New Event Space
2023/07/27

With the demand for unique meeting and event experiences on the rise, Richmond-based Versante Hotel is introducing a convention-defying offering at its 2,500 sq. ft. penthouse lounge. Alaïa, the boutique hotel’s former 12th-floor caviar lounge, is now available as a meetings and events space for hosting everything from corporate events and product launches to private parties, wedding celebrations, and holiday soirées. One-of-a-kind artwork and design, premium amenities and world-class cuisine are a few of the perks that visitors to…
Wedge Mountain Lodge Opens in Fall
2023/07/27

Nestled in the renowned Whistler resort in British Columbia, the Wedge Mountain Lodge & Spa is poised to open its doors this upcoming fall. With its spacious layout, capable of accommodating gatherings of up to 20 guests and 50 for receptions, the retreat’s extensive list of services and amenities make for an unforgettable group retreat that encourages pause and connection. It is touted as Whistler’s only purpose-built, fully serviced private lodge. The architecturally designed 12,000-square-foot lodge can accommodate a diverse…
Sodexo Canada Names New SVP
2023/07/27

Nancy Zuccarelli has joined the Canadian leadership team as senior vice president of sales at Sodexo Canada. Zuccarelli brings more than 20 years of experience in foodservice and facilities-management sectors to her new role, with a strong focus on financial analysis, business growth and building a culture of excellence. “Having Nancy on our leadership team is a huge win. She brings a fresh perspective, innovative ideas and a deep understanding of our industry,” said Johanne Bélanger, CEO, Sodexo Canada.…

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