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LAVAL, QC, September 10, 2026 – ÔMAGE Hotel Montréal/Laval officially opens its doors today following an extensive 10-month transformation. Formerly the Hilton Laval, the property unveils an entirely new identity as a boutique hotel and member of Tribute Portfolio, Marriott Bonvoy’s collection of independent hotels.

More than a physical transformation, ÔMAGE Hotel Montréal/Laval embodies a new vision of hospitality brought to life by Nadia Saputo. Inspired by her family roots and her own approach to the art of hospitality, she set out to create a property that reflects her personality. The name ÔMAGE itself is a personal interpretation of the word hommage—French for “tribute”—honouring her parents, her family and the legacy passed down to her.

Located at 2225 Autoroute des Laurentides, near Laval’s major highways, business districts and leisure destinations, the hotel offers an experience that brings together luxury, design, comfort, gastronomy and a strong sense of place, in an environment designed for travellers and the local community alike.

“ÔMAGE is deeply personal to me because it represents both my roots and the path I want to continue on. This hotel has been part of my family’s story for many years. When my parents passed it on to me, I felt an immense sense of pride, but also a great responsibility: to honour what they had built while bringing my own vision to it. To me, ÔMAGE is a bridge between generations—a way to pay tribute to my parents and my roots while writing the next chapter of this story,” says Nadia Saputo, owner of ÔMAGE Hotel Montréal/Laval.

A distinctive signature where luxury meets natural elements

This major transformation has given rise to a luxurious, distinctive and thoughtfully designed property, created in collaboration with CAMDI Design. The concept draws inspiration from the strength of the elements and the region’s natural resources. Wood, stone, steel, water and fire are woven throughout the architecture, furnishings and decorative details, creating an atmosphere that is elegant, warm and distinctive.

Upon arrival, guests are welcomed by an impressive chandelier designed by CAMDI Design, in a lobby flooded with natural light from an expansive glass atrium. A welcoming fireplace, long communal tables, inviting sofas, more intimate spaces and a new outdoor terrace come together to create an environment equally suited to relaxing, connecting and socializing.

Outside, the façade, redesigned by DMA Architectes, incorporates new architectural elements that evoke the power of nature and contribute to the property’s strong visual identity.

An environmental approach integrated into every detail

Environmental considerations are also central to the project. This approach is reflected in various aspects of the guest experience, particularly in the selection of materials and products used throughout the hotel, with a focus on renewable resources and local sourcing.

This commitment to making more responsible choices is part of a broader effort to create a hotel that is elegant, sustainable and in harmony with its surroundings.

Redesigned guest rooms and a distinctive extended-stay offering

Spanning 10 floors, the hotel features 190 fully renovated guest rooms in a colour palette inspired by nature. Each space has been designed to provide an experience that combines comfort, functionality and refinement.

The accommodations include 42 suites—each with a fully equipped kitchen, living room, and separate bedroom—designed for long-term stays. Some of which offer a particularly comprehensive experience with a private outdoor terrace featuring a BBQ and patio table. These suites offer a distinctive alternative to traditional accommodations for travellers seeking the comforts of home while enjoying the services and experience of an upscale hotel.

Spaces designed to work, connect and celebrate

The hotel’s corporate spaces have also been completely redesigned to meet the needs of business and event guests. A private library, flexible meeting rooms and a light-filled foyer provide a versatile setting for meetings, events and gatherings.

With its new outdoor terrace and inviting common areas, ÔMAGE also aims to become a destination for Laval residents and the surrounding community, rather than simply a place for travellers to stay.

Otentic: a dining experience inspired by Italian roots

The ÔMAGE experience continues at the table with Otentic, the hotel’s restaurant. This month, Executive Chef Thomas Deschamps will unveil a new menu inspired in part by Nadia Saputo’s cookbook, Chef Mom.

The new menu reflects the hotel’s desire to make gastronomy an integral part of its identity, inviting guests to discover cuisine inspired by the traditions, memories and flavours that have shaped the Saputo family’s story.

A Tribute Portfolio first in Laval

With its opening, ÔMAGE Hotel Montréal/Laval becomes the fourth Tribute Portfolio hotel in Quebec and the first in Laval, joining an international collection of more than 155 hotels across more than 30 countries.

As a member of Marriott Bonvoy, the hotel allows guests to earn and redeem points while enjoying exclusive benefits and unique experiences.

“Seeing ÔMAGE Hotel Montréal/Laval come to life is a tremendous source of pride for our entire team. This project brings an ambitious vision to life: creating a destination where design, hospitality, gastronomy and family history come together. We want our guests to feel at home from the moment they arrive and to discover a place with a true personality of its own,” says Annie-Ève Frigon, General Manager of ÔMAGE Hotel Montréal/Laval.

For more information about ÔMAGE Hotel Montréal/Laval or to book a stay, visit www.omagehotel.com.

 
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LONDON (England) — The World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (WSHA) and Diversey, a Solenis company, have announced a new partnership to help hotels turn environmental and social sustainability goals into practical improvements across their operations. The collaboration comes as hotels face increasing pressure to reduce resource use and support sustainability goals while maintaining the cleanliness, safety and guest experience their operations require.

The partnership helps hotels move sustainability from commitment to action across cleaning, hygiene, laundry, kitchen and back-of-house operations. With Diversey’s technical expertise and data-enabled insights, WSHA members can identify efficiency opportunities, reduce waste, support water stewardship and track progress across everyday operations.

“Hospitality has a unique responsibility and opportunity to lead the charge in global conservation efforts,” said Glenn Mandziuk, WSHA President & CEO. “Partnering with Diversey allows us to bring world-class technical expertise directly to our members. Together, we are turning ambitious sustainability goals into concrete, actionable solutions that will protect our planet's most vital resources.”

“Our sustainability strategy is centered on helping customers solve real operational challenges in ways that create measurable value,” said Dr. Lotta Kanto Öqvist, Chief Sustainability Officer, Solenis. “Through Diversey, we can bring that approach to hotel operators by helping them identify practical opportunities to use resources more efficiently, strengthen performance and support long-term sustainability goals.”

Diversey’s solutions and expertise help hotel operators maintain high standards of hygiene, safety and guest care while supporting more efficient resource use across everyday operations.

“Hotel teams need solutions that are easy to implement and reliable in day-to-day operations,” said Anouk Sassen, Regional Hospitality Sustainability Expert, Diversey. “Through this partnership, we can share practical experience with WSHA members and help translate sustainability priorities into improvements that work on property.”

The collaboration is aligned with WSHA’s Net Positive Hospitality vision and will support knowledge sharing, practical implementation and industry dialogue across the sector.

The announcement comes ahead of the WSHA Global Summit in Paris on 8–9 December 2026, where hospitality leaders will discuss the solutions, partnerships and operational changes needed to advance Net Positive Hospitality.

To learn more about the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance and its Net Positive Hospitality work

visit sustainablehospitalityalliance.org.

 
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TORONTO, Sept. 4, 2026 /CNW/ -- As Toronto welcomes the world's film community for the 51st edition of the Toronto International Film Festival® (TIFF), presented by Rogers, Four Seasons Hotel Toronto returns as an official hospitality partner with a curated collection of experiences inspired by the energy and glamour of Festival season. Located in the heart of Yorkville, the city's premier neighbourhood, the flagship hotel will once again serve as a sophisticated hub for filmmakers, industry leaders, tastemakers and Festivalgoers, offering exclusive events, gourmet dining, restorative wellness and a new fashion-forward activation.

"Every September, Toronto becomes one of the world's most exciting and influential cultural stages," says Chelan Goonetilleke, General Manager, Four Seasons Hotel Toronto. "We are proud to be part of that story, and to create experiences that capture the energy of the Festival, while introducing new moments of celebration, connection and discovery for our guests."

TORONTO'S MOST CELEBRATED SOCIALS

The festivities begin on September 8, with the return of the annual Festival pre-opening, Four Seasons TIFF Kick Off event at d|bar. Guests will enjoy a Signature TIFF Cocktail alongside culinary creations from Chef Pierre Boffo as the city officially kicks off the highly anticipated 10-days of film. The evening will also mark the unveiling of this year's photo exhibit in collaboration with TIFF, featuring a curated collection of Festival imagery displayed throughout the Hotel lobby and transforming the space into an immersive celebration of TIFF's rich cinematic legacy.

On September 12, Four Seasons Hotel Toronto will once again host the The Road to the 84th Golden Globes. Now in its third year at the Hotel, the invite-only event will bring together the big screen's most influential voices for an evening of cinematic celebration.

ELEVATED DINING WITH CINEMATIC FLAIR

From September 8 to 20, guests can celebrate TIFF with a collection of culinary experiences and limited-time offerings inspired by the excitement and glamour of Festival season:

Scene-Stealing Sips at d|bar

New signature cocktails crafted with premium spirits will take centre stage at d|bar. The collection's crown jewel, the Final Cut XO Sazerac, is a showstopping tableside experience priced at $1,000. Available after 4 p.m. and offered only once per evening, the experience is available on a first-come, first-served basis and must be purchased in person at d|bar, with no advance reservations.

The cocktail includes chauffeured transportation to the guest's next downtown destination within 2 km in the Hotel's new Rolls-Royce house car, subject to availability. Should the house car be unavailable, alternate black car service can be arranged. Guests can also enjoy the Final Cut XO Sazerac without transportation at any time, delivering a truly memorable TIFF moment.

Café Boulud's Main Event

Café Boulud's signature Five-Course Tasting Menu will receive a celebratory Festival makeover. The enhanced menu by Executive Chef William Kresky will feature a dedicated caviar course and Japanese A5 Wagyu as the main course, bringing an added sense of occasion and indulgence to the dining experience.

Available for $225 per person. For reservations, visit Café Boulud.

Cinema-inspired Treats from Le Café

Inspired by classic movie-night flavours, Le Café will introduce two limited-time creations. The Popcorn Iced Latte offers a Festival pick-me-up, complemented by a Maple-Salted Popcorn Cookie, combining buttery popcorn, Canadian maple and a touch of sea salt. The pairing can be enjoyed on the go between screenings and Festival engagements or savoured in the luxurious Yorkville setting.

A Festival-Worthy Night In

Guests can bring the Festival experience to their room with an elevated movie-night package for two. For $250, the In-Room Dining experience includes Pita and House Dips, Tuna Tacos, and Truffle Fries, accompanied by Tuxedo Popcorn and a chilled bottle of Perrier-Jouët Grand Brut Champagne.

For an even more memorable experience, an optional enhancement is available including Kristal Caviar with traditional accompaniments and potato blinis.

RESTORATIVE SPA RETREATS

For those seeking relaxation between screenings and celebrations, the Spa at Four Seasons Toronto will introduce two exclusive TIFF-inspired treatments available between September 8 and September 20.

The After-Party Afterglow

This luxury experience features a 90-minute 5-in-1 Deluxe OxyGeneo Super Facial, combining exfoliation, oxygenation, serum infusion, massage and radiofrequency therapy.

Following the treatment, guests can unwind on the Cloud 9 Terrace with their choice of a green juice or Prosecco before taking home a branded Four Seasons Bath Soak and Drowsy Sleep Mask.

Starting at $755 per person. Book your appointment here.

The Red-Carpet Wind-Down

Guests can indulge in an exclusive Yorkville Manicure and Pedicure, featuring a gold-flecked scrub, warm salt stone massage, mineral mud mask and choice of buff, regular or shellac polish.

The experience concludes with a glass of Prosecco on the Cloud 9 Terrace and take-home gifts including a branded Four Seasons Bath Soak and Knesko Travel Kit including a Gold Repair Hand Mask, Foot Mask, Body Serum & Body Cream.

Starting at $595 per person. Book your appointment here.

RED CARPET STYLE, REIMAGINED

Bringing an added touch of glamour to Festival season, Four Seasons Hotel Toronto will provide guests and private residents with exclusive access to a curated collection of rare, hard-to-find luxury handbags courtesy of Zero Collective.

Starting September 8, guests can discover a coveted assortment of designer pieces from some of the world's most prestigious fashion houses, creating a personalized styling experience worthy of any premiere, celebration or red-carpet moment. Whether complementing an evening gown for a gala, accessorizing for an exclusive after-party or making a statement at a film premiere, the bespoke offering brings an added layer of sophistication and convenience to the Festival.
Stay up to date on all Four Seasons Hotel Toronto Film Festival experiences online.

 
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Calgary, AB – Sept 1, 2026 – WebRezPro, a cloud property management system (PMS) for independent lodging operators, today announced a strategic integration with Pulse, an AI-powered guest management and marketing system (GMS) for boutique hotels. The integration gives hoteliers a single source of truth for guest data and the automation to turn that data into direct bookings and lasting guest relationships.
Independent hotels may be competing for the same guests as branded properties, but without the marketing teams and budgets to match. The WebRezPro and Pulse integration closes that gap: real-time PMS data flows straight into Pulse's AI tools, so hoteliers can keep guest profiles clean, automate follow-up communications, and run targeted campaigns on their own.

The integration connects WebRezPro booking and guest data to Pulse Agent, powered by Claude AI, unlocking key capabilities:
• Instant Property Insights: Hoteliers can ask Pulse Agent about occupancy, arrivals, departures, and guest segmentation instead of running manual reports, and get data-driven recommendations to maximize revenue opportunities.
• Automated Guest Journeys: A visual journey builder triggers tailored emails from booking through checkout and beyond, based on real-time WebRezPro reservation data.
• Personalized Ancillary Offers: Guests can bid on room upgrades, shift their check-in or check-out time, and buy amenities right from the web-based Pulse Guest App, adding revenue for the property with no front-desk involvement.
• Targeted Direct Booking Campaigns: Hoteliers can segment guests by booking source or stay history to win back OTA guests and nurture repeat business with revenue-tracked email campaigns.
• A Clean, Unified Guest Database: Pulse automatically finds and merges duplicate guest profiles, giving hotel teams one reliable source of truth.

“Independent hoteliers don't have the marketing departments that major chains do, but with Pulse, they don't need one,” said Jon Sanford, President of WebRezPro. “This integration puts WebRezPro's booking data to work the moment it's created, giving our clients the AI-powered insight and automation to compete for direct bookings and build real guest loyalty.”

None of it works, though, without accurate guest data underneath it.
“Guest data is only as useful as it is clean and current, and that's what this integration solves," said Duane Hepditch, Chief Executive Officer of Pulse. "By pulling reservation data straight from WebRezPro and enriching it with profile contact information and behavioral intent, Pulse gives hoteliers one accurate view of every guest, so the upgrade offer, the follow-up email, or the win-back campaign actually lands at the right moment."

The WebRezPro and Pulse integration is available now. For more information, visit webrezpro.com/pulse.

 
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Vancouver, B.C. – Sept. 1, 2026 – Coast Hotels Limited is marking a decade of growth since its acquisition by APA Hotel Canada Inc., a subsidiary of APA Hotel Co., Ltd. Over the past 10 years, APA's long-term stewardship and continued investment have strengthened the Coast Hotels brand, expanded its presence across Canada and the United States, and reinforced its commitment to delivering dependable hospitality for guests.

To celebrate the milestone and thank guests for being part of the journey, Coast Hotels is launching its "10 Years. 10 Nights. Endless Possibilities." anniversary sweepstakes. Three lucky winners will each receive 10 complimentary room nights at participating Coast Hotels.

"Celebrating this milestone is an opportunity to recognize how far Coast Hotels has come over the past decade and the people who have made that success possible," said Takamasa Machiura, President & CEO, Coast Hotels Limited. "The long-term vision and support of APA's ownership has enabled us to invest in our people, our properties and the guest experience while continuing to grow our presence across North America. This sweepstakes is our way of thanking the guests who have been part of that journey."

Since joining the APA Hotel family in 2016, Coast Hotels has continued to evolve its portfolio while maintaining its reputation for friendly service, quality accommodations, and exceptional value. Strategic investments have supported the company's expansion across key markets in Canada and the United States while strengthening relationships with hotel owners, partners, and guests.

Running Sept. 1 to Sept. 30, 2026, the "10 Years. 10 Nights. Endless Possibilities." anniversary sweepstakes will award three grand prizes of 10 complimentary room nights at participating Coast Hotels. Guests can enter online with no purchase necessary or automatically through an eligible stay. Complete entry details, eligibility requirements, and Official Sweepstakes Rules are available at https://www.coasthotels.com/10-years-10-nights.

 

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