MISSISSAUGA, ON – FEBRUARY 20, 2026
The Canadian hotel industry’s anti-human trafficking initiative, Not In Our Hotel (NIOH), is expanding its national reach with the addition of Newfoundland & Labrador as its newest provincial partners. This coast-to-coast presence marks a significant milestone for the program, strengthening the hotel sector’s unified commitment to safety across Canada.
The expansion aligns with the launch of NIOH’s 2026 theme, “Together Against Trafficking,” igniting a national movement that empowers hotels to take decisive, collective action to help prevent human trafficking. With Newfoundland & Labrador now on board, NIOH is working alongside provincial hospitality associations in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, Saskatchewan, and Newfoundland & Labrador building a powerful, coast-to-coast safety network that strengthens protection for communities across Canada.
“Human trafficking is not a distant issue; it can happen anywhere. As Tourism employers, we have a responsibility to ensure our teams are informed, confident, and prepared to recognize and respond appropriately. This training provides the sector with practical knowledge and clear guidance, helping protect guests, staff, and vulnerable individuals while reinforcing our sector’s commitment to safety, accountability, and social responsibility.”
John Devereaux
Chair, Hospitality Newfoundland and Labrador
Owner of the Edge of Avalon Inn, Trepassey NL
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The Not In Our Hotel training program empowers hospitality staff to Recognize, Respond, and Report suspected human trafficking. This free, Canada-specific online training, created in partnership with Western Financial Group, includes practical tools and templates that hotel teams can implement immediately, such as:
- Specific online training
- Posters
- Manager checklists
- Reporting procedure templates
- Quick reference guides
- Certificates for completion
By combining education with ready-to-use resources, NIOH gives hotels the tools they need to take confident, informed action.
“ORHMA welcomes this collaborative initiative by the Provincial Hotel Associations, and we are proud to be part of this group fighting Human Trafficking. By working together, we can leverage our resources and provide necessary training, while sending a powerful message against these despicable and criminal acts occurring in our hotels. The project aims to support all Ontario hotels with the information and tools required to combat the illegal operations of Human Trafficking.”
Tony Elenis
President & CEO, ORHMA
The Not In Our Hotel (NIOH) Human Trafficking Awareness Training program is FREE and available online, reinforcing ORHMA’s ongoing commitment to equipping members with practical tools, resources, and education that strengthen our industry and help keep our communities safe. To access the free training portal and to register, click .