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Level Up With Leanne: A new kind of resolution

Ahhh, the dawn of 2023, and our social media feeds are filled with post after post about how make better resolutions, and how to goal-set for the new year. As a prolific goal-setter, these types of blogs fill me with joy, but for reasons I’ll explain, I’m going into 2023 much different than any other year.  Yes, goals that are SMART (specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and timely) … Read More about Level Up With Leanne: A new kind of resolution

Metro Toronto Convention Centre breaks two facility records

The Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) announced recently that it has set two facility records for securing major conventions in 2022 and in fiscal year 2023/24. In fiscal year 2023/24, the MTCC is set to host 21 citywide conventions, the highest yearly total in the facility's nearly 40-year history. According to the MTCC, these conventions will generate approximately $246 million in … Read More about Metro Toronto Convention Centre breaks two facility records

Destination Québec cité launches new magazine

Destination Québec cité (DQc) in partnership with the Association hôtelière de la région de Québec (AHRQ), has published and distributed the first edition of Québec cité Magazine. According to the official press release, it will be the only magazine found in 14,000 hotel rooms in the Québec City region, and in high-traffic tourist destinations. The new publication is a free, bilingual … Read More about Destination Québec cité launches new magazine

Level Up With Leanne: Your best foot forward, preparing for 2023

I received the most interesting comment the other day on my LinkedIn post. I was talking about my annual business plan retreat, and the process of setting goals for myself for the upcoming year, two years and stretching out to my five-year vision.  One of the industry’s brightest commented that it was impossible to plan that far out given how much the meetings and events industry has … Read More about Level Up With Leanne: Your best foot forward, preparing for 2023

Ottawa set to host ISI World Statistics Congress 2023

Ottawa is set to host more than 2,000 delegates during the 64th ISI World Statistics Congress from July 16-20, 2023. The biennial congress is the leading event on Statistics & Data Science in the world. In 2023, it will take place at the Shaw Centre in the heart of Ottawa, and will make use of the Westin, Les Suites, Lord Elgin, Novotel, Sheraton, and the University of Ottawa for … Read More about Ottawa set to host ISI World Statistics Congress 2023

Canadian hotel performance recovery continues

According to recent STR data, Canada’s hotel performance in October 2022 fell from September 2022 numbers but the average daily rate (ADR) and revenue per available room (RevPAR) were higher than pre-pandemic comparables. The data shows that when compared to October 2019 data, Canadian hotels in October 2022 saw a one per cent decrease in occupancy, but a sizeable increase in ADR (13 per cent) … Read More about Canadian hotel performance recovery continues

Algonquin College offering first-in-Canada events program

Algonquin College is offering a first-in-Canada program for students looking for a career in events, sports, or entertainment. “The Bachelor of Event, Sport, and Entertainment Management (Honours) Degree program, a first in Canada, will expand offerings and highlight the School of Hospitality and Tourism,” said Claude Brulé, president and CEO of Algonquin College. “Launching in Fall 2023, it … Read More about Algonquin College offering first-in-Canada events program

Trans Canada Trail and Destination Canada form new partnership

The Trans Canada Trail and  Destination Canada announced recently that the pair have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) marking their commitment to work together to support the development of trail destinations across the country. According to its press release, this is a first-of-its-kind initiative between the two parties and is a first step in creating a long-term relationship in … Read More about Trans Canada Trail and Destination Canada form new partnership

Level Up With Leanne: The most wonderful time of the year

It’s literally my two favourite days of the year - and it's just around the corner! No, it's not Christmas.  No, not American Thanksgiving. No, not some of the more notable fall industry events. My two favourite days of the year are my Annual Business Plan Retreat. Going on 10+ years now, I take two days out of my November/December schedule to hide out and plan out my goals, projects, and … Read More about Level Up With Leanne: The most wonderful time of the year

Canadian hotel performance exceeds pre-pandemic levels in September: STR

According to STR’s September 2022 data, Canada’s hotel performance was lower than the month before, but higher than its pre-pandemic comparable. When comparing September 2019 to September 2022, occupancy was up 1 percentage point, the average daily rate was up 14.3 per cent, and the revenue per available room was up 15.5 per cent. "Performance levels were expectedly lower than August, but … Read More about Canadian hotel performance exceeds pre-pandemic levels in September: STR

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