THE CHECK-IN

SEE WHERE A CAREER IN HOSPITALITY CAN TAKE YOU

The Check-In is a five-part video series exploring the people, properties, and career pathways that make BC’s hotel industry extraordinary. Travel behind the scenes, meet the people building rewarding careers, and discover the opportunities waiting available to you in hospitality.

Summer 2023 issue is out now!

FEATURED ARTICLES

Tips to Leadership Success
Meet Minister Lana Popham
TikTok Won’t Stop | Influence of TikTok
Upskilling to Boost Retention
Putting Canada on the Map as a Destination that Inspires Openness
Positive Immigration Changes for Hiring Foreign Workers
Hotelier Feature | Brannigan Mosses
Leader of the Future | Pink Yu
Go Green | Single Use Plastic-Free
What’s New?
Regional Feature | The Fraser Canyon and Manning Park
Names in the News
And much MUCH more!

Click here to read online and here to download PDF copy.
Have a story idea? Reach out to Kelsey@bcha.com

MEET THE SERIES HOST

Hello, I’m Ella! As a student entering hospitality, working on The Check-In has been such a unique opportunity.

Getting to sit down with people across the industry and hear their stories completely changed how I view the depth of careers in this field.

Building this series was all about capturing those authentic moments, and I hope their journeys inspire yours as much as they did mine.

Ella Chow
BCHA Intern & Host of The Check-In

THE CHECK-IN | EPISODE 1 (TEASER)

Versante Hotel | July 22, 2026

BECOME A SERIES PARTNER

The Check-In connects with students, job seekers, hospitality professionals, and BC’s hotel community through authentic stories that showcase the people, properties, and career pathways that make working in this sector so special.

If your organization wants to support the next generation of hospitality talent while aligning with a province-wide storytelling initiative, we’d love to partner with you.

Partnership opportunities are available until July 30, 2026.

VIEW PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

GET IN TOUCH WITH OUR TEAM

THE CHECK-IN | EPISODE 1 | BOUTIQUE HOSPITALITY WITH TRINA ARMOUR

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THE CHECK-IN | EPISODE 2 | RESORT LIFE WITH PAULINA ALEXANDER & STEVEN SHOUNG

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THE CHECK-IN | EPISODE 3 | HOSPITALITY & COMMUNITY WITH IRINA HANSEN & JIM GILLESPIE

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THE CHECK-IN | EPISODE 4 | CAREER PATHWAYS WITH QUINN LUONG & THEA ROSE

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THE CHECK-IN | EPISODE 5 | A LIFE IN HOSPITALITY WITH PAUL HAWES

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Your industry guidebook

SUSTAINABILITY CHAMPION

Nominee information | For group awards, please indicate the person best suited to accept the award.

NOMINATOR INFORMATION

First Name*

Last Name*

Email*

Phone Number*

Job Title*

Company Name*

NOMINEE INFORMATION

First Name*

Last Name*

Email*

Phone Number*

Job Title*

Company Name*

Company Address*

All nominations must be endorsed and supported by the nominee. Please confirm that the nominee is aware and supportive of this nomination.*

I confirm the above. *

CATEGORY-SPECIFIC ELIGIBILITY

Open to any accommodation property in British Columbia.

I confirm that the nominee fulfills the above condition. *

Please address each of the following criteria in your nomination submission, limiting your response to a maximum of 200 words per question. Bullet point responses are acceptable.

What sets the nominee apart from others in the industry in terms of sustainability practices?*

Provide a specific example showcasing how the nominee has demonstrated outstanding commitment to reducing their carbon footprint and promoting sustainability initiatives.*

SUPPORTING MATERIALS

Please include supporting materials such as links to websites, social media, videos and samples of work relevant to the nomination, where appropriate. If the nominee is selected as the winner, this material may be used for promotion of the award category during Awards Dinner or in any post-event promotion or communications. *

Optional File Upload Upload a file or drag and drop. up to 250MB

CULINARY EXCELLENCE

Nominee information | For group awards, please indicate the person best suited to accept the award.

NOMINATOR INFORMATION

First Name*

Last Name*

Email*

Phone Number*

Job Title*

Company Name*

NOMINEE INFORMATION

First Name*

Last Name*

Email*

Phone Number*

Job Title*

Company Name*

Company Address*

All nominations must be endorsed and supported by the nominee. Please confirm that the nominee is aware and supportive of this nomination.*

I confirm the above. *

CATEGORY-SPECIFIC ELIGIBILITY

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

I confirm that the nominee fulfills the above condition. *

Please address each of the following criteria in your nomination submission, limiting your response to a maximum of 200 words per question. Bullet point responses are acceptable.

Please provide a brief overview of what the nominee individual or team achieved in 2023/2024. (Include third-party recognition, awards)*

What makes the nominee individual or team stand out from others in the industry?*

Please provide a specific example of how the nominee individual or team has demonstrated outstanding culinary excellence. (Menu concept, service excellence, event execution, etc.)*

SUPPORTING MATERIALS

Optional File Upload Upload a file or drag and drop. up to 250MB

LEADER OF THE FUTURE

Nominee information | For group awards, please indicate the person best suited to accept the award.

NOMINATOR INFORMATION

First Name*

Last Name*

Email*

Phone Number*

Job Title*

Company Name*

NOMINEE INFORMATION

First Name*

Last Name*

Email*

Phone Number*

Job Title*

Company Name*

Company Address*

All nominations must be endorsed and supported by the nominee. Please confirm that the nominee is aware and supportive of this nomination.*

I confirm the above. *

CATEGORY-SPECIFIC ELIGIBILITY

Age 35 and under.

I confirm that the nominee fulfills the above condition. *

Please address each of the following criteria in your nomination submission, limiting your response to a maximum of 200 words per question. Bullet point responses are acceptable.

Describe the innovative product/initiative/campaign the nominee executed and its objectives.*

Describe the strategies and tactics that were used in successfully delivering the product/initiative/campaign vs. campaign/initiative. Highlight how they were unique or different.*

Describe the impact and results of this new approach.*

SUPPORTING MATERIALS

Optional File Upload Upload a file or drag and drop. up to 250MB

HOTELIER OF THE YEAR

Nominee information | For group awards, please indicate the person best suited to accept the award.

NOMINATOR INFORMATION

First Name*

Last Name*

Email*

Phone Number*

Job Title*

Company Name*

NOMINEE INFORMATION

First Name*

Last Name*

Email*

Phone Number*

Job Title*

Company Name*

Company Address*

All nominations must be endorsed and supported by the nominee. Please confirm that the nominee is aware and supportive of this nomination.*

I confirm the above. *

CATEGORY-SPECIFIC ELIGIBILITY

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

I confirm that the nominee fulfills the above conditions. *

Please address each of the following criteria in your nomination submission, limiting your response to a maximum of 200 words per question. Bullet point responses are acceptable.

How has the nominee demonstrated exceptional leadership, motivation, and innovation?*

Describe the nominee’s impact on their local community.*

How has the nominee enhanced the overall BC’s tourism and hospitality industry?*

Describe the nominee’s impact on one or more of the following: visitor satisfaction, sustainable practices, and workplace culture/HR development.*

SUPPORTING MATERIALS

Optional File Upload Upload a file or drag and drop. up to 250MB

HOUSEKEEPING EXCELLENCE

Nominee information | For group awards, please indicate the person best suited to accept the award.

NOMINATOR INFORMATION

First Name*

Last Name*

Email*

Phone Number*

Job Title*

Address*

NOMINEE INFORMATION

First Name*

Last Name*

Email*

Phone Number*

Job Title*

Company Name*

I confirm that:*

All nominations must be endorsed and supported by the nominee. Please confirm that the nominee is aware and supportive of this nomination.

Please address each of the following criteria in your nomination submission, limiting your response to a maximum of 200 words per question. Bullet point responses are acceptable.

Please provide a brief overview of what the nominated company achieved in 2024.*

What makes this housekeeping team stand out from others in the industry?*

In identifying properties to receive the Housekeeping Awards, the BCHA considers brand GSI scoring system or a hotel proprietary GSI reports as the driving measure (for example: Trust You, Top Box Scores, etc.). These reports provide a comprehensive view of your guests’ experience, with a focus on overall cleanliness. Please submit to: bchainfo@mci-agency.com*

SUPPORTING MATERIALS

Optional File Upload Upload a file or drag and drop. up to 250MB

ACCOMMODATION OF THE YEAR

Please address each of the following criteria in your nomination submission, limiting your response to a maximum of 200 words per question. Bullet point responses are acceptable.

NOMINATOR INFORMATION

First Name*

Last Name*

Email*

Phone Number*

Job Title*

Company Name*

NOMINEE INFORMATION

Company Name*

General Manager (GM) First Name*

GM Last Name*

GM Email*

Phone Number*

All nominations must be endorsed and supported by the nominee. Please confirm that the nominee is aware and supportive of this nomination.*

I confirm the above.

Please address each of the following criteria in your nomination submission, limiting your response to a maximum of 200 words per question. Bullet point responses are acceptable.

Please provide a brief overview of what the nominated company achieved in 2024.*

Describe the unique innovations or services the property offers.*

In identifying properties to receive the Accommodation of the Year Award, the BCHA considers brand GSI scoring system or a hotel proprietary GSI reports as the driving measure (for example: Trust You, Top Box Scores, etc.). These reports provide a comprehensive view of your guests’ experience, with a focus on overall guest satisfaction. Please submit to: bchainfo@mci-agency.com*

SUPPORTING MATERIALS

Optional File Upload Upload a file or drag and drop. up to 250MB

Community Contribution award

NOMINATOR INFORMATION

First Name*

Last Name*

Email*

Phone Number*

Job Title*

Company Name*

NOMINEE INFORMATION

First Name*

Last Name*

Email*

Phone Number*

Job Title*

Company Name*

Company Address*

All nominations must be endorsed and supported by the nominee. Please confirm that the nominee is aware and supportive of this nomination.*

I confirm the above.

Please address each of the following criteria in your nomination submission, limiting your response to a maximum of 200 words per question. Bullet point responses are acceptable.

COMMUNITY IMPACT

How has the nominee significantly contributed to the betterment of the BC accommodation community? Please provide specific examples with measurable outcomes of initiatives, projects, or actions that have positively impacted the industry.

INDUSTRY SUPPORT

How has the nominee actively supported the growth and development of the BC accommodation sector? Please highlight any specific contributions, such as mentorship, advocacy, or collaborative efforts.

SUPPORTING MATERIALS

Optional File Upload Upload a file or drag and drop. up to 250MB

THE CHECK-IN

SEE WHERE A CAREER IN HOSPITALITY CAN TAKE YOU

Summer 2023 issue is out now!

MEET THE SERIES HOST

Hello, I’m Ella! As a student entering hospitality, working on The Check-In has been such a unique opportunity.

Getting to sit down with people across the industry and hear their stories completely changed how I view the depth of careers in this field.

Building this series was all about capturing those authentic moments, and I hope their journeys inspire yours as much as they did mine.

Ella ChowBCHA Intern & Host of The Check-In

THE CHECK-IN | EPISODE 1 (TEASER)

BECOME A SERIES PARTNER

THE CHECK-IN | EPISODE 1 | BOUTIQUE HOSPITALITY WITH TRINA ARMOUR

THE CHECK-IN | EPISODE 2 | RESORT LIFE WITH PAULINA ALEXANDER & STEVEN SHOUNG

THE CHECK-IN | EPISODE 3 | HOSPITALITY & COMMUNITY WITH IRINA HANSEN & JIM GILLESPIE

THE CHECK-IN | EPISODE 4 | CAREER PATHWAYS WITH QUINN LUONG & THEA ROSE

THE CHECK-IN | EPISODE 5 | A LIFE IN HOSPITALITY WITH PAUL HAWES

Your industry guidebook

SUSTAINABILITY CHAMPION

CATEGORY-SPECIFIC ELIGIBILITY

CULINARY EXCELLENCE

CATEGORY-SPECIFIC ELIGIBILITY

LEADER OF THE FUTURE

CATEGORY-SPECIFIC ELIGIBILITY

HOTELIER OF THE YEAR

CATEGORY-SPECIFIC ELIGIBILITY

HOUSEKEEPING EXCELLENCE

ACCOMMODATION OF THE YEAR

Community Contribution award

Ella Chow
BCHA Intern & Host of The Check-In