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Chef Hongwanishkul Joins Kingfisher Resort
2025/12/10

Danai Hongwanishkul has been named executive chef, overseeing the culinary programs for Ocean7 Restaurant and AQUA Bistro and Wine Bar at the Kingfisher Pacific Resort & Spa. Hongwanishkul brings global experience and a menu philosophy rooted in local, sustainable ingredients and layered, multicultural flavours. His first refreshed menu at the resort showcases West Coast seafood and seasonal produce from nearby growers and suppliers. “We spent six months developing this menu and are excited to share it with our guests,”…
GTHA Celebrates Spirit Awards Winners
2025/12/10

The Greater Toronto Hotel Association (GTHA) hosted its 12th-annual Spirit Awards gala at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. The Spirit Awards celebrate the hard work and excellence of frontline workers who power the Greater Toronto area’s hotel and hospitality sectors. Staff were honoured across 19 categories ranging from administration and security to culinary and housekeeping. “This is now my third year attending the Spirit Awards as president and CEO of the association, and the momentum and excitement for celebrating…
Vancouver Events Generated $544M in 2024
2025/11/28

Business, sporting and cultural events supported by Destination Vancouver delivered significant economic and social value to the city in 2024, according to a new independent report from MNP that highlights the scale and impact of Vancouver’s event sector. These events represented $338 million in direct spending alone. The Economic Impact of Events in Vancouver, 2024 looked at 187 events supported by Destination Vancouver and finds these events generated: $544 million in total economic output $338 million in direct spending $283…
Coast Hotels Announce Leadership Changes
2025/11/28

Coast Hotels announced key leadership appointments that strengthen its executive team and position the brand for continued growth across North America. Brigitte Diem-Guy has stepped down from her role as vice president, Revenue Strategies and Communication, effective December 1, 2025. She will remain with Coast Hotels as brand and communications consultant, continuing to oversee brand and content strategy, internal and external communications, public relations, social media and influencer strategy, creative services, and U.S. digital marketing strategy, while maintaining her…
WestJet Adds European Destinations
2025/11/28

WestJet revealed its summer 2026 network schedule with five new seasonal international destinations from Toronto, three new transatlantic destinations from Halifax as well as new domestic and Nordic connections from Western Canada. From Toronto Pearson International Airport, the carrier will add three new international destinations: Medellin, Colombia, beginning April 28; Cardiff, Wales, starting May 22; and Ponta Delgada in the Portuguese Azores as of June 12. WestJet also will launch summer service to Reykjavik, Iceland, from two Canadian cities.…
TD Coliseum Opens After $300M Makeover
2025/11/27

After an 18-month, $300-million transformation, the 463,000-sq.-ft. TD Coliseum in Hamilton is officially open. The venue made its debut with a sold-out performance by Sir Paul McCartney. “TD Coliseum was re-imagined for Hamilton and the guests who bring it to life,” says Nick DeLuco, Oak View Group’s SVP and GM for TD Coliseum. “Every improvement from the concourses to the clubs was designed to make attending a concert or event more enjoyable and memorable. TD Coliseum represents where live…
GreenStep Launches Destination360
2025/11/27

GreenStep has launched Destination360, a comprehensive suite of services designed to help destinations and Destination Management Organizations (DMOs) measure, plan, and accelerate their sustainability efforts. Unveiled at the 2025 TIAC Tourism Congress, Destination360 represents the next evolution in GreenStep’s work with destinations across North America. The program integrates a proven framework, expert guidance, and technology-enabled tools to support destination organizations in leading their communities toward a sustainable and regenerative future. “Destinations are under increasing pressure to meet growing industry,…
Major Facelift for Algonquin Resort
2025/11/26

The Algonquin Resort, located in the seaside town of Saint Andrews, N.B., is set to undergo a multimillion-dollar facelift that will blend “historic East Coast charm with modern sophistication.” This transformation marks a once-in-a-generation investment to the legacy of one of New Brunswick’s most treasured landmarks. As part of this transformation, the resort is redefining itself as a premier year-round destination, with enhanced experiences and the same exceptional service guests have come to expect. At the helm is newly appointed…
Mystic Earns Top Best New Restaurant
2025/11/17

Halifax restaurant Mystic has earned first place honours in Air Canada’s 2025 Top 10 Best New Restaurants in Canada. Led by chef Malcolm Campbell and his team, Mystic’s immersive tasting menus marry local Maritime terroir with global technique in a beautiful waterfront setting. In second, Montreal’s Le Violon, led by chef Danny Smiles, pays homage to the city’s French culinary heritage with a hyper-seasonal menu fusing bold flavours and refined plating. Taking third place, Toronto’s aKin celebrates the city’s…
Sunrise Ridge Has New General Manager
2025/11/14

True Key Hotels & Resorts announced the appointment of Patrick McClary as its new general manager at Sunrise Ridge Waterfront Resort in Parksville, B.C., effective November 3, 2025. With more than two decades of executive leadership experience in luxury resorts, casinos, and full-service hotels, McClary brings a wealth of operational expertise and a proven record of elevating guest experiences. His impressive career includes leadership roles with some of North America’s most recognized hospitality brands, including Caesars Windsor, Casino Rama,…

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