May 21st, 2026 – CALGARY –Travelodge Canada is pleased to add to its continued growth this year with the official opening of the Travelodge by Wyndham Mascouche. With more than 95 Travelodge by Wyndham and Thriftlodge locations, this new property in Quebec solidifies the brand’s reputation as Canada’s basecamp for adventure.

The Travelodge by Wyndham Mascouche officially opened its doors on Thursday, May 21st. The 50-room hotel features a mix of comfortably appointed guest rooms, designed with both interior and exterior corridor access to accommodate road-trippers, families, and business travelers alike. Guests at the Travelodge by Wyndham Mascouche will enjoy hassle-free amenities, including free breakfast, complimentary Wi-Fi and free on-site parking. Perfectly positioned, the property is only a short distance from local shopping, dining, and the sprawling trails of Parc du Grand-Coteau. Sitting just a short 30-minute drive from downtown Montreal and Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), the hotel serves as an ideal basecamp for the greater Montreal area.

"We are thrilled to strengthen our presence in Quebec with a property that really hits the mark offering value, convenience, and comfort," said Trevor Hagel, Executive Vice President of Operations, Travelodge Canada. "Whether guests are staying for a business trip or using this property as a basecamp to explore the region with their family, this new property delivers exactly what our guests look for."

Looking Ahead

This opening marks the third property opening of the year. Travelodge Canada remains committed to growing its footprint from coast-to-coast, with several additional property openings slated to launch throughout 2026.

(May 21, 2026) OTTAWA, ON — Hotels Canada has released its Spring 2026 Workforce Report, highlighting ongoing workforce shortages and growing concerns about long-term labour access across Canadaʼs hotel industry.

Based on responses from hotel operators nationwide, the report finds workforce pressures are increasingly shifting toward workforce stability, particularly as hotels lose experienced international workers due to expiring permits and changing immigration pathways.

Key findings include:

• 72% report difficulty attracting local workers
• 58% of hoteliers anticipate workforce shortages over the next 12 months
• 46% of hotels lost Temporary Foreign Workers (TFWs) due to expiring permits in early 2026
• 57% expect the federal governmentʼs 2026–2028 Immigration Levels Plan to negatively impact their business

Rural and resort hotels continue to report the highest workforce pressures. “Hotels across Canada continue to create opportunities for domestic workers from a wide range of backgrounds, including youth, Indigenous workers, and seniors,” said Beth McMahon, President & CEO of Hotels Canada. “At the same time, many employers are reporting growing concerns about workforce stability and long-term access to international talent, particularly in rural and resort communities.”

The report highlights the important role international workers continue to play in hotel operations, particularly in housekeeping and front desk roles, while identifying growing operational impacts tied to expiring permits and reduced workforce access.

Among resort hotels:

• 70% reported workforce shortages
• 80% expect to lose TFWs due to expiring permits
• 70% cited affordable housing shortages as a workforce challenge

Hotels Canada says the findings reinforce the need for workforce and immigration policies that better reflect the operational realities facing hotels across Canada.

The full Spring 2026 Workforce Report is available at hotelscanada.ca.

ARLINGTON, Va. – 20 May 2026 – Canada’s hotel industry posted a fourth consecutive month of performance growth, according to April 2026 data from CoStar, a leading global provider of commercial real estate information, analytics, and online property marketplaces.

April 2026 (percentage change from 2025):

• Occupancy: 63.5% (+0.6%)
• Average daily rate (ADR): CAD201.87 (+6.6%)
• Revenue per available room (RevPAR): CAD128.19 (+7.3%)

Among the provinces and territories, Newfoundland and Labrador registered the largest increases in occupancy (+12.9% to 61.3%) and RevPAR (+21.3% to CAD97.73).

Prince Edward Island posted the highest ADR lift (+14.3% to CAD179.89) but the steepest drop in occupancy (-13.8% to 38.3%).

Among the major markets, Toronto reported the largest gains in ADR (+12.8% to CAD271.43) and RevPAR (+13.0% to CAD205.27).

Montreal saw the highest occupancy increase (+5.9% to 66.4%).

For more information about the company and its products and services, please visit www.costargroup.com.

Toronto, ON (May 21, 2026) — Atlific Hotels is pleased to announce the appointment of Christopher Spear as Vice President, Commercial Strategy. Christopher brings over 35 years of experience in luxury and full-service hospitality, with a strong track record of driving commercial performance across Canadian markets.

In his role, Christopher will oversee the integration and performance of sales, marketing, and revenue management functions across the organization.

“Christopher’s depth of experience, strategic mindset, and proven ability to deliver results make him a strong addition to our leadership team,” said Christine Kennedy, Chief Executive Officer, Atlific Hotels.

Throughout his career, Christopher has built a reputation as a results-driven leader, consistently delivering revenue growth and strengthening market positioning in competitive environments. He has held senior leadership roles with leading hospitality brands including Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and Marriott International.
Based in Montréal, Christopher is recognized for his collaborative approach and focus on performance.