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PEOPLE update as of July 9, 2019

Andrew Salomon goes to Seattle. Jelena Mrdjenovich wins at boxing. Kalene Finnegan promoted at Fairmont Royal York. Karla Brennan joins Cherry Beach Resort. ORHMA's new board of directors.

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OPENINGS SALES AND RENOS July 9, 2019

Days Inns Vancouver Downtown guestroom reno. Bisha Hotel's contemporary artists. Drake Motor Inn opens in PE County, Hotel Arts has a new pool. Inn at Fortune Bridge makes its debut. The first cobranded Jin Jiang and…

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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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Kindred, Braven, Alchemy and Lobby Bar

EDMONTON — Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality and ICE District Properties have officially announced August 1 as the opening date of four new restaurant concepts, which will be located within the new JW Marriott Edmonton…

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ORHMA AGM team building in pictures

ALLISTON, Ont. — The ORHMA AGM held on June 29 at the Nottawasaga Inn, was followed by a team building event, where teams vied to produce the best Mexican cocktail and appetizer. Judges were ORHMA's Tony Elenis and MP…

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Expedia summer stats point to more mobile

TORONTO — To help Toronto hoteliers manage bookings throughout the summer season, Expedia group has summer data reflecting key periods to focus on, booking information, and highlights from a recent Hotel Etiquette…

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DESIGN FEATURE: Inspirational Kwa'lilas Hotel

VANCOUVER ISLAND — Working with Inside Design, the Gwa’sala-Nakwaxda'xw nation have built a modern boutique hotel, called Kwa'lilas. Its purpose — to present their cultural stories and artwork to visitors.

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Cushman & Wakefield: Are Canadian hotels overpriced?

TORONTO —Most of the country has seen substantial increases in property values over the past five years. Cushman & Wakefield is increasingly asked, “are current values (in the hospitality sector) too high?” and,…

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Guelph HFTM celebrates 50th and $1M gift

GUELPH, Ont. — The School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management celebrated two special milestones during the University of Guelph’s annual Alumni Weekend held June 21-23.

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Lakeside Lodge opens at Deerhurst Resort

HUNTSVILLE, Ont. — On June 27, Lakeside Lodge earned rave reviews from media and community members who received a sneak preview of the commanding $60 million structure.