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Home<\/a> \u00bb America Travel News<\/a> \u00bb Australia, France, Russia, Japan, China, Mexico, USA, Brazil, and More Gather in Ottawa for HAC 2025 to Explore the Future of Hospitality in a Rapidly Evolving Global Landscape <\/p>\n

Sunday, June 15, 2025<\/p>\n

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For the first time in its history, the Hotel Association of Canada <\/strong>(HAC) is hosting its annual conference in Ottawa, the nation\u2019s vibrant capital. Set to take place from June 16 to 17,<\/strong> 2025, this landmark event is more than a gathering\u2014it\u2019s a defining moment for Canada\u2019s hotel and tourism industry as it responds to a rapidly evolving hospitality landscape. Delegates from across the globe, including Australia<\/strong>, Germany<\/strong>, Brazil<\/strong>, China<\/strong>, France<\/strong>, India<\/strong>, Japan<\/strong>, Mexico<\/strong>, South Korea<\/strong>, Italy<\/strong>, Spain<\/strong>, United Kingdom<\/strong>, USA<\/strong>, Russia<\/strong>, Turkey<\/strong>, and many more will converge in Ottawa to discuss pressing industry challenges and innovative solutions. The hospitality industry in Canada is valued at $18 billion<\/strong> and employs 163,300<\/strong> individuals, with 9,863<\/strong> businesses represented across the country.<\/p>\n

From coast to coast to coast, the conference will welcome hoteliers, executives, innovators, and policy influencers from every corner of the country. Attendees will explore the pressing challenges facing the industry\u2014labor shortages, sustainability demands, rising guest expectations\u2014and discover how bold leadership and fresh thinking can turn disruption into opportunity.<\/p>\n

Why Ottawa, Why Now?<\/p>\n

Choosing Ottawa as the host city carries symbolic significance. As the political and cultural heart of Canada, Ottawa provides the ideal backdrop for high-level discussions on policy, recovery, and transformation. The city\u2019s modern hospitality infrastructure, thriving hotel scene, and walkable downtown core make it a strategic location for business events of national importance.<\/p>\n

This move also underscores HAC\u2019s commitment to decentralizing major industry conversations and tapping into the full potential of Canada\u2019s diverse regional markets.<\/p>\n

A Conference Designed for Impact<\/p>\n

This year\u2019s dynamic program is packed with visionary keynotes, panel discussions, and interactive sessions tailored to every level of hotel leadership\u2014from general managers and franchisees to regional executives and brand strategists.<\/p>\n

Participants can expect:<\/p>\n