News + Updates

As the summer season begins and wildfire activity has already begun to impact parts of British Columbia, including areas near major visitor destinations, the BCHA...

The BC Hotel Association is proud to share that Paul Hawes, BCHA President & CEO, has been formally appointed to the 2025/2026 Board of Directors...

We’re thrilled to welcome two fantastic co-op interns to the BC Hotel Association team this summer! Meet Shadan Eftekhari, our Social Media & Communications Coordinator,...

The latest US-imposed tariffs create an uncomfortable situation for numerous Canadian hotel operators.  A skilled aviator will explain that turbulence management depends on recognizing potential...

The experience of visiting the BCHA Summit Marketplace always brings excitement to the conference attendees. The two-day event combines essential networking opportunities, breakthrough technology, and...

Hey there, hotel sales rockstars! Let’s talk about inbound leads. Your team is probably drowning in RFPs from online platforms – that’s the reality in...

Who is O’Connor? O’Connor & Associates is a full-service real estate company based in Houston, Texas. Celebrating 50 years of service, O’Connor has grown to...

Protect Your Team. Strengthen Your Business. BC’s hotel industry thrives on exceptional service—but long hours, repetitive motions, and fast-paced environments can lead to Repetitive Strain...

As we are now in the second month of 2025, the Canadian hotel industry is growing and thriving and the focus is especially on Western...

February 21, 2025 – On National Human Trafficking Awareness Day in Canada—and every day—the hospitality industry is united in its fight against human trafficking and modern-day...

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SUSTAINABILITY CHAMPION

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  • Open to any accommodation property in British Columbia.

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    CULINARY EXCELLENCE

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    • Must be from an accommodation-operated food and beverage company in British Columbia.

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      LEADER OF THE FUTURE

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      • Age 35 and under.

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        HOTELIER OF THE YEAR

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        • Must be a General Manager, Vice President, Regional Vice President or President/Executive Director of a BC-based hotel or hotel group.

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            ACCOMMODATION OF THE YEAR

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              Community Contribution award

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