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Meet Stephanie Gadbois and Vicki Welstead is back

TORONTO — Stephanie Gadbois joined the Big Picture Conferences in June. Here's what she has to say about what lies ahead in her new role as managing director. Big Picture is also welcoming Vicki Welstead back into the…

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PEOPLE update as of July 23, 2019

Frank Campo joins Kimpton Saint George, Toronto. Kell Slone appointed to Fairfield Inn, Moncton. Richard Wong now president of Nova Hotels. Former OAA president launches his new book.

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OPENINGS, SALES AND RENOS July 23, 2019

Comfort Inn Halifax sold. Dual brand Marriotts open in Dartmouth. Hotel Equities breaks ground on Fairfield Kitimat. Holiday Inn Mississauga reopens. Brampton's dual branded Home2 Suites and Hilton Garden Inn. Ribbon…

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Superlatives abound: Andaz comes to Yorkville

TORONTO — When the 85-storey structure at One Bloor West in Toronto opens starting in 2021, the complex will feature an Andaz Hotel. Called The One, it will be the tallest building in Canada, with a foundation that goes…

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Pomeroy's two new hotels and Alaskan Resort

GRANDE PRAIRIE, Alta. — Ryan Pomeroy talks about the company's new-build hotels in Prince George and Fort McMurray; and their new destination, Alyeska Resort, which includes a world-class ski hill.

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Four Corners upgrades hotel convenience food

TORONTO — A big trend in recent years is for hotels to offer guests frozen meals from grab-and-go outlets. Jeff Hudson of Four Corners Gourmet is working with Rose Reisman to provide meals that are more nutritious,…

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InterCon Yorkville promotes Bloor Street Culture

TORONTO — Ronald Hoogerbrugge, GM of the InterCon Toronto-Yorkville, hosted 11 of his Toronto GM colleagues at a luncheon where he unveiled plans to celebrate the Bloor Street Cultural Corridor.

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THE WINNERS’ CIRCLE July 9, 2019

Easton’s Group raises more than $20,000. Hilton Clean the World to recycle 2 million bars of soap. Raptors NBA spending updates. Super 8 ROOM8 (pronounce roommate) design competition. Guest love grows at Holiday Inn…

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THE WINNERS' CIRCLE July 9, 2019

Easton's Group raises more than $20,000. Hilton Clean the World to recycle 2 million bars of soap. Raptors NBA spending updates. Super 8 ROOM8 (pronounce roommate) design competition. Guest love grows at Holiday Inn…

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NEWS BRIEFS update July 9, 2019

AHLA and AHSA to amalgamate. Airbnb removes homes from Canadian rental market. Destination Employment pilot in Sask. Manitoba PST back to 7%. Montreal tourism satisfaction up. Ontario funds anti-human trafficking. Taco…