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CONVENTION 2015APRIL 13 & 14, 2015 | DOUBLETREE BY HILTON | REGINA

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CONVENTION SCHEDULE & REGISTRATION

CANALTA HOTELS A CONVERSATION WITH GARY HOFFERT, REGIONAL VP

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CHAIR Glenn Weir

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CENTRAL WEST Gary Hoffert

CENTRAL EAST Herman Zentner

SOUTH WEST Jasmine Deblois

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INDUSTRY NEWS

5 HOTEL CONSTRUCTION 50 PROJECTS STARTING

5 LIQUOR RETAILING PUBLIC CONSULTATION COMPLETE

6 25 TOURISM EMPLOYERS OF CHOICE ANNOUNCED FOR 2015

7 REMEMBERING NORM KISH

ASSOCIATION NEWS

10 HILTON GARDEN INN TEAM MEMBER RECOGNIZED

MEMBER NEWS

13 CANALTA HOTELS WITH GARY HOFFERT, REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENT

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INDUSTRY NEWS

he Canadian Hotel Construction Pipeline finished 2014 with 191 Projects/23,345 Rooms, 54% higher by project count than the 2011 cyclical low and 4% higher than 2013.

Projects in the Under Construction phase: 82 Projects/10, 414 Rooms, was down 6% Year-Over-Year (YOY) but up 4% by number of rooms. Projects Scheduled to Start in the Next 12 Months: 50 Projects/6,380 Rooms, were up 32% by projects YOY. Construction in the Early Planning phase, with 59 Projects/6,551 Rooms, is flat compared to a year ago.

Upscale and Upper Midscale projects continue to dominate, accounting for more than 60% of the Pipeline. The Canadian Pipeline has 16 projects with more than 200 rooms, comparable to the United States which has about the same proportion of its Pipeline weighted toward larger hotels.

The top hotel construction markets in Canada are Calgary 24 Projects/3,564 Rooms, Edmonton 16 Projects/2,214 Rooms and Toronto 14 Projects/2,129 Rooms. All three top markets added projects to their

respective pipelines during the last quarter of 2014.

Eight out of 10 Pipeline projects are tied to a global franchise brand. The leading franchise companies are Marriott International 29 Projects/4,187 Rooms, Hilton Worldwide 29 Projects/3,493 Rooms and Intercontinental Hotels Group (IHG) 26 Projects/2,942 Rooms. Canada’s leading brand continues to be IHG’s Holiday Inn Express with developers planning to add 16 of the Upper Midscale hotels to the country’s current supply of 92 in the next several years. ■

Source: Lodging Econometrics

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n Nov. 4, 2014, the Government of Saskatchewan launched a public consultation process regarding the future of liquor retailing. The consultation website, www.saskatchewan.ca/liquorretail,

included background information, a snapshot of liquor retailing in other jurisdictions as well as a short survey. At the completion of the survey, respondents were invited to submit any other comments they wanted to make.

The consultation wrapped up Jan. 30, 2015. A total of 7,618 people visited the consultation website, with 6,604 of those visitors completing the survey. More than 3,000 people also took the opportunity to submit personal comments.

In addition to opinions received through the consultation website, government received feedback via ‘form’ letters in support of the current liquor retail system.

Key stakeholders were also invited to present their views to government. Some groups, such as The Saskatchewan Hotel & Hospitality Association, held

face-to-face meetings with the Minister Responsible for SLGA, Hon. Don McMorris, while others submitted written comments, or both.

At a Glance:

Visitors to consultation website: 7,618

# of completed surveys: 6,604

# of personal comments: 3,000+

To view the complete survey results and stakeholder submissions, including the submission by The Saskatchewan Hotel & Hospitality Association please visit

www.saskatchewan.ca/government/have-your-say/future-options-for-liquor-retailing-in-saskatchewan ■

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25 TOURISM EMPLOYERS

OF CHOICE ANNOUNCED FOR 2015

ourism Saskatchewan is pleased to announce 25 organizations designated as Employers of Choice (EOC) for 2015. Employers earn the EOC designation for leadership and commitment to best practices in human resources.

Interest in this program has grown steadily since the initiative was launched in 2010. This recent cycle recorded a 67 per cent increase over the previous year. Additionally, there was growth in the number of communities, from four Saskatchewan cities in 2014 to 12 cities and towns in 2015.

*Employer of Choice since 20102015 Employers of Choice include:

• d3h Hotels Inc. (Dimension 3 Hospitality)

Days Inn Regina Eastgate*

Days Inn Regina Airport West

Home Inn & Suites – Swift Current

Home Inn & Suites – Yorkton

HomeSuites – Regina

Home Inn & Suites Regina Airport

• CAA Saskatchewan

• Canalta Hotels Canalta Assiniboia Canalta Esterhazy Canalta Humboldt Canalta Melfort Canalta Shaunavon Canalta Moosomin Canalta Weyburn Canalta Tisdale Ramada Weyburn

• Delta Bessborough Hotel, Saskatoon

• Delta Regina Hotel

• Gold Eagle Lodge, North Battleford*

• Radisson Hotel Saskatoon*

• Saskatoon Prairieland Park Corporation*

• Sheraton Cavalier Saskatoon Hotel

• The James Hotel, Saskatoon

• Tourism Saskatchewan

• Travelodge Hotel Saskatoon

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Excellence in human resources in the tourism sector leads to memorable visitor experiences,” Jeremy Harrison, Minister for Tourism Saskatchewan said. “This year’s Employers of Choice designation recipients help grow our strong tourism sector by attracting and retaining the best and brightest who deliver the exceptional, warm, friendly, guest experiences that our province is known for.”

“Tourism Saskatchewan is proud to stand alongside 24 Saskatchewan businesses that recognize the value of investing in staff and creating a safe, healthy and encouraging work environment. The growth in the number of Employers of Choice is impressive, but equally inspiring is the fact that the program has expanded to a dozen Saskatchewan communities. This reflects leadership among our sector in communities large and small, urban and rural,” Mary Taylor-Ash, Tourism Saskatchewan CEO, said.

The tourism Employer of Choice initiative, the first of its kind in Saskatchewan and now in its fifth year, is designed to help tourism businesses attract and retain staff. The program encourages employers to engage in best practices, increase staff training, improve human resources practices and become leaders in the tourism sector.

Organizations have up to seven months to complete a

comprehensive questionnaire that covers seven functional

areas of human resources (staffing; learning, training

and development; compensation; employee and labour

relations; professional practice; organizational effectiveness;

and occupational health and safety), as well as a survey

completed by at least 25 per cent of frontline and managerial

staff. Applicants receive a detailed report outlining their

organization’s strengths and potential.

Registrations are accepted from May 1 until November 30

each year, with successful applicants announced the following

spring.

For more information, visit stec.com/employer-of-choice-

program or steceoc.com.

The 2015 Employers of Choice will be honoured at

an Awards Luncheon on Monday April 13 being held in

conjunction with the Saskatchewan Hotel & Hospitality’s

Conference at the DoubleTree Hotel & Conference Center,

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t is with great sadness that The Saskatchewan Hotel & Hospitality Association Board of Directors announces the passing of Norman Kish. Norm passed away suddenly on Sunday, January 18, while on vacation in Hawaii. President of the “Hotel Association of Saskatchewan” from 2001- 2003, Norm was known by all for his dedication, passion and enthusiasm as he served the members he represented in the hotel and beverage industry.

Having owned the Ice House Tavern in Emerald Park, Norm was a vocal member of the Government Relations Committee and instrumental in the

creation of the Uniform Wholesale Liquor Price concept now before government.

Leaving the board after 10 years of service, Norm continued to work with the association analyzing and interpreting data and pursuing his other passion, golf, where Norm also served as the President of Murray Golf Course Men’s Club.

Norm will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege to meet, know or work with him. He is survived by his wife Charlene, son Joel (Kristen), daughters Nicole and Brittany and grandchildren Drew and Annabelle. ■

REMEMBERING Norm Kish

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MONDAY, APRIL 1310:00 am – 3:00 pm CONVENTION REGISTRATION Delegates may pick up their registration

kits on the convention floor. Name badges are required to be worn for entry to all functions and sessions

Noon – 1:30 pm AWARDS LUNCHEON Capital Ballroom A Official opening of the Convention. We’ll

salute the 2015 Employers of Choice, SHHA scholarship winners, SHSA Safety Centered Leadership Award and the Long Service employees.

Welcoming speech:

HON. MINISTER JEREMY HARRISON

Jeremy Harrison was elected to the Saskatchewan legislature in November 2007 in the constituency of Meadow Lake. Upon his election, he became the youngest Canadian ever to have been elected to both the House of Commons and a provincial Legislative Assembly.

On June 5, 2014, Jeremy was appointed the Associate Minister of the Economy responsible for Trade, Tourism, Innovation and Immigration.

Jeremy has an undergraduate degree in Political Science and Canadian History, a Master’s degree in Public Administration and a Juris Doctor (Law) degree. Jeremy and his wife Alaina, a school teacher, have one son, MacGregor and one daughter, Finnley.

1:45 pm – 3:00 pm MANAGING A CHANGING WORKFORCE

Moose Jaw Room

Keynote Speaker:

DR. LINDA DUXBURY Professor, Aurthor, Workplace Expert

Dr. Linda Duxbury is a Professor at the Sprott School of Business, Carleton University. She teaches Masters and PhD courses in Managing Change as well as the Masters course in Organizational Behaviour. She received an M.A.Sc. in Chemical Engineering and a Ph.D. in Management Sciences from the University of Waterloo.

The upcoming century will see a fundamental shift in the nature of the employer-employee relationship as organizations seek to attract and retain good employees in a declining labour market.

Dr. Duxbury’s talk will address the formative influences shaping the different generations and look at possible sources of generational conflict within the workforce. She will also give employers information on how to adapt to meet the needs of different groups of employees.

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3:00 pm - 3:15 pm COFFEE BREAK

3:15 pm – 4:00 pm LABOUR MARKET DEVELOPMENT Qu’Appelle Room Feature Speaker:

ALASTAIR MACFADDEN ASSISTANT DEPUTY MINISTER Labour Market Development,

Ministry of the Economy

Alastair is the Assistant Deputy Minister of the Labour Market Development Division with the Saskatchewan Ministry of the Economy. He leads the team responsible for coordinating labour market planning, programs and services to meet Saskatchewan’s workforce needs.

The Labour Market Development Division guides policy development, programs and services, information and labour market investments. Activities include basic education and skills training for adults, apprenticeship training, employment services, immigration, labour market information and planning across government and with external partners.

Alastair is a graduate of the University of Saskatchewan, with a degree in biochemistry and Masters in Brain and Behavioural Psychology.

SASKATCHEWAN HOTEL & HOSPITALITY ASSOCIATION

CONFERENCE & EXPO DOUBLETREE BY HILTON REGINA | APRIL 13 & 14, 2015

4:00 PM – 4:45 pm THE DOLLARS AND SENSE OF EMPLOYING PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

Prince Albert Room Feature Speaker:

AMY MCNEIL SARC

In 2007, Amy moved from Alberta to take the roll of Executive Director of SARC and SARCAN Recycling.

SARC is a provincial association that represents over 85 community-based organizations that provide residential, developmental, and employment supports/services to thousands of individuals with disabilities. SARCAN Recycling, has a network of 71 depots to provide a comprehensive provincial collection, processing, transportation, and marketing system to recycle most ready-to-serve beverage containers, electronics and paint products. During her tenure at SARC and SARCAN Recycling, she has led the organization through significant change, growth and success, including being named one of the Top Saskatchewan Businesses four years in a row. Amy will never pass up the opportunity to boast about the employees that work for SARCAN Recycling; of the 650 employees, 450 have a disability.

Amy passionately believes that every person, even the most vulnerable, have the potential to be positive, contributing citizens in our communities. She hopes to inspire others to look for the potential in all people.

6:00 pm – 7:00 pm BREWERS’ WELCOME RECEPTION Swift Current Room Great Western, Labatt and Molson Coors

hope you enjoy their complimentary beverages as you relax with colleagues after a busy afternoon at the convention.

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm DELEGATE DINNER AND SHOW The Capital Ballroom Prize draws, a scrumptious buffet, great

entertainment wrap up the day.

PAUL SVEEN COMEDIAN Paul Sveen started as the Drummer for

Stompin’ Tom Connors parlaying it into a Comedy career, touring nationally for decades, headlining every major comedy club and performing at every major Comedy festival across Canada.

Paul’s stand up is based in family dysfunction, the insecurities and battles we all face, revealing the truth that our normal is normal! Paul Sveen, truly one of the funniest people on tour!

9:00 pm – 11:30 pm DELEGATE LOUNGE OPENS Swift Current Room

TUESDAY, APRIL 148:00 am – 9:00 am MY ACCESS BREAKFAST Moose Jaw Room Sponsored by

9:15 am – 10:45 am SLGA PRESENTATION AND QUESTION PERIOD

Moose Jaw Room Barry Lacey President of SLGA and his

officials will answer your questions on liquor and gaming, discuss any upcoming regulation changes and provide insight on liquor retailing in the future.

9:15 am – 10:15 am SPEAKERS CORNER – “JACKPOT FOUND MONEY”

Swift Current Room Featuring SHSA, Connect Energy, Check-In

Canada, Storm Applied Technologies.

10:30 am – 10.45 am COFFEE BREAK

10:45 am – 11:45 am SHHA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Moose Jaw Room At this important business session

members will be asked to approve the 2014 Audited Financial Statement, approve resolutions brought forth prior to the meeting and induct life members.

NOON – 5:00 pm SASKATCHEWAN HOTEL, BAR & RESTAURANT EXPO

The Capital Ballroom, Prince Albert & Qu’Appelle Rooms

Have lunch with the exhibitors and view the numerous products and services available for the accommodation and hospitality industry. A major prize draw will take place at 4:00 pm and you must be in attendance to win.

THE CONFERENCE CONCLUDES

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ASSOCIATION NEWS

ASKATOON – Hilton Garden Inn Saskatoon Downtown is proud to recognize Tony Prytula, Senior Bellman for receiving the company’ highest honor, the 2014 Hilton Worldwide CEO Light & Warmth Award. This award was established to recognize exceptional Team Members and franchisee employees who embody Hilton Worldwide’s Values of Hospitality, Integrity, Leadership, Teamwork, Ownership and Now.

In 2014, more than 2,000 Team Members from around the world were nominated by their colleagues, and finalists were selected by a committee with representatives from across the company. The 12 winners were ultimately chosen by Hilton Worldwide President & CEO Christopher J. Nassetta.

“There are very few people who we have the opportunity of meeting in life that exemplify care and true compassion for their fellow humans,” said Betty Anne Latrace-Henderson, President of Airline Hotels, owner and operator of Hilton Garden Inn Saskatoon Downtown. “When you read customers’ comments regarding Tony, you know that he has left a huge impression on thousands of people who have had the opportunity to meet him.”

Prytula, the only Canadian selected, was nominated for being the face of his hotel and the reason that guests return over and over again. He is courteous, engaging, professional and, most importantly, warm. Tony’s priceless service and tireless dedication over the last 28 years have been the basis of numerous other awards including Associate of the Month, Associate of the Year and the Spirit of the Garden Award.

A full list of winners is available at news.hiltonworldwide.com. ■

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Craven Motor InnThe Craven Motor Inn in Craven, SK is nestled in the scenic Qu’appelle Valley along Highway 20. It is a favourite spot for local residents to have a drink, an appetizer or two, and enjoy great company.

“I think we picked a good hotel. The area is growing, there is a lot new housing on this side of the lake and along Saskatchewan Beach and Kanata Valley. We get a lot of people stopping in,” said Wayne McKay.

He and his wife Carolyn bought the hotel in 2002 but first became involved in the hotel/bar industry in 1992 when they invested with partners in a bar at Regina Beach. In 1996, they bought the hotel in Punnichy, SK, and then the Craven Motor Inn in 2002. They ran two hotels for five years, then sold the hotel in Punnichy in 2007 to focus on their business in Craven.

The Craven Motor Inn is a tavern, and patrons must be of legal drinking age to visit the establishment. Along with alcoholic beverages, appetizers and fried foods are available. The hotel’s steak pit is open Thursday through Saturday and is a popular choice for groups looking for fund-raising events.

The business also has six rooms and living quarters that are rented out. All the rooms have been redecorated and modernized. Three have private bathrooms while the other three share a community bathroom. Workers in construction, mining, and other industry are steady renters of the rooms and living quarters.

While the Craven Motor Inn is in close proximity to the hustle and bustle of the annual music festival that takes place just across the highway, the town of Craven itself remains a place for quiet relaxation.

“The festival used to give us more business years ago, but I think it’s more self-confined now,” said McKay.

A member of the Saskatchewan Hotels and Hospitality Association, McKay finds the association to be a valuable ally for smaller business owners like themselves especially when negotiating with government about business concerns. “They are quite pro-business, and they’ve been good to us. We have cheaper pricing for our beer supply and those kinds of things by being part of the group,” he noted. “There are a couple of things I’d like them to finish up on, hopefully that will come.”

AJM Solutions Group Partners with Schneider Electric. Exclusive Agreement for Energy Management Systems to the Hospitality IndustryMississauga, Ontario – March 26, 2014 - AJM Solutions Group Inc. and Schneider Electric Canada are pleased to announce that AJM Solution Group is now a Schneider Electric Partner for Hospitality Solutions.

Under the terms of the agreement, AJM Solutions Group will sell, install and commission Schneider Electric Energy Management Solutions to hotels, motels and resorts throughout Canada. This dedicated alliance will offer opportunities for improved energy efficiencies to hoteliers across the country.

Schneider Electric, a global specialist in energy management, delivers integrated solutions focused on making energy efficient and reliable, and will provide AJM Solutions with support and advanced engineering tools to help their business.

“This partnership is the next step in our strategic development, demonstrating a commitment to our customers to provide the best possible solutions for their business. This step brings AJM Solutions Group to the next plateau in our development

as one of the better value-added resellers in the hospitality space in Canada,” said Andy Mastroianni, President of AJM Solutions Group.

“This agreement will create a strong foundation for delivering innovative solutions in energy management to the hospitality market,” stated Fahmi Jabri, Business Development Manager for Schneider Electric Canada. “AJM Solutions has proven that

they have built a valued network in this area, and that they are committed to expanding their services and product offerings to their customers. We are proud to have them as our partner serving the Hospitality industry.”

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HHA is pleased to announce a new partnership with the Altus Group (www.altusgroup.com). This organization leads the global real estate industry in deliver-ing data and information about an organiza-tion’s assets, generating a wealth of knowledge and insight. With a staff of over 1,700, Altus has a network of over 70 offices in 14 countries worldwide, including Canada, UK, Australia, Asia and the United States.

Altus Group provides comprehensive breadth-of-service offerings that incorporate the entire development cycle. Through col-laborative business units, it leverages expertise to streamline multi-faceted projects and provide customized solutions for clients. Its clients include banks, financial institutions, hotel/motel owners, and developers.

The company’s structure includes several primary areas of expertise. SHHA members can benefit from the following key services: Realty Tax Consulting; Research, Valuation and Advisory; and Cost Consulting and Project Management.

Realty Tax Consulting

Given that property taxes are among the single largest expense for most hoteliers, why not have the experts deal with it on your behalf? As an SHHA program partner, Altus Group has extensive experience in assessing and appealing property taxes for the

hotel industry across Canada. Their premium services deliver complete and independent tax assessments that result in tax savings and specialized, reliable results for business clients.

SHHA members benefit from: $0 upfront costs for Altus Group’s services; services pro-vided on a contingency basis, at a fee of 50% of any savings generated; and representation by property tax professionals who know how the system works.

For more information on Tax Consulting please contact: Doah Ozum at 780.930.8316 or email [email protected]

Research, Valuation and Advi-sory (RVA)

Research, Valuation and Advisory’s exten-sive and proprietary array of information de-livers consistent and accurate market analysis. Supported by one of the most comprehensive market knowledge infrastructures in the country, Altus Group experts have a thorough understanding of how individual market dynamics relate to national and international trends and an ability to deliver solid, indepen-dent advice.

RVA services that SHHA members may benefit from include: valuation and appraisal; legal support; decision making support; financial due diligence; targeted research; and market information and perspective. For more information on Appraisals and

Valuation please contact: Jonas M. Locke at 780.409.1718 or [email protected]

Cost Consulting and Project Manager

As members of your project team, the Altus Group can offer unparalleled expertise in construction cost consulting and develop-ment project management to help you deliver your project on time and on budget. It does this by employing a structured cost budget-ing, cost monitoring and alternate planning process. This means an enhanced return on investment and better management of cost risk for our clients.

Altus has earned an enviable reputation within the construction and real estate industries because we have invested in understanding those industries like no other consulting group. With local insight, it is glob-ally equipped to drive forward client projects.

SHHA members may benefit from solutions through the following services: cost monitoring, cost planning and control; de-velopment management; property condition assessments and reserve funds

claims, legal support and scheduling. For more information on Cost Consulting and Project Management please contact: Kevin Ellis at 403.476.1038 or [email protected] ■

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Join us on Monday, September 8th for the 6th Annual Saskatchewan Hotel & Hospitality Association’s Golf Fore Hospitality Tournament being held at Saskatchewan’s top-ranked golf course, the Deer Valley Golf & Estates.

Deer Valley is just minutes northwest of Regina.

We have reserved a room block at the Best Western Seven Oaks in Regina. Please call them at 306-757-0121 to reserve your room with rates starting at $129.99. Please reference the Golf Fore Hospitality Tournament. Cut off date is Thursday August 7.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTSSunday September 78:00 pm – 11:00 pm Golfer’s Get Together – The Corner Pub, Best Western Seven Oaks

Monday September 88:30 am – 10:00 Breakfast Buffet, Best Western Seven Oaksl11:00 am Shot Gun Start (Team of 4 best ball)–Deer Valley Golf & Estates4:00 pm Post tournament Bar-B-Que Steak Dinner and prize presentations at the Deer Valley Golf & Estates

$130.00/PERSON INCLUDES…Breakfast, post tournament bar-b-que including green fees, cart rental and prizes

Please call Warren Nerby at 306-790-1045 or fax this form to 306-525-1944Make cheques payable to: Saskatchewan Hotel & Hospitality Association

#302 – 2080 Broad Street, Regina, SK S4P 1Y3 / [email protected]

$ 130.00 X # of players _________ $__________

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Representing (hotel or company) __________________________________________________

Email ____________________________________________ Phone ____________________

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SHHA Member Profile: Gary Hoffert and Canalta Hotels

he biggest awards show of the year – the Oscars – may be over, but the Canalta Hotels team has still got its eyes on some potential trophies of its own.

Canalta is up for two Saskatchewan Tourism Awards of Excellence: Business of the Year Award (Over 20 Full-Time Employees) and Tourism Employer of the Year Award. The award finalists were announced on March 2 and the winners will be announced during the 26th annual Saskatchewan Tourism Awards of Excellence Gala, April 16, at the Radisson Hotel Saskatoon.

“It really shows that we value our team members and our customers. We’re very excited to be nominated and reach the finals,” said Canalta Regional Vice-President Gary Hoffert.

“Our team members are the most important piece of the puzzle. If we take care of them and treat them right we find that they’re fully engaged and wanting to reach the same goals we want to reach.”

Lately, Canalta is no stranger to awards. In February of 2015, nine of its Saskatchewan hotels received the Employer of Choice designation from Tourism Saskatchewan. The awards highlighted 24 Saskatchewan businesses that recognize the value of investing in staff and creating a safe, healthy and encouraging work environment.

As Hoffert explained, the reason for this success is that Canalta is a family owned and operated business that has put an emphasis on its team and the communities they do business in

“We are a hotel development company and an operations company. We’re in it for the long run,” he said. “We move into some real vibrant communities and work with the communities to become a partner. We’re not just there to build a hotel and then flip it or to be a drain on the community. We look at ourselves as a partner in the community to attract business so everyone prospers. In everything we do, we try to partner with the community, to really becoming an integral part of that community.”

Canalta began 30 years ago when Cam Christianson – the youngest person ever, at that time, to receive his real estate license in Alberta (at the age of 19) – and his wife Sharlene bought a hotel in Stettler, Alberta. The couple fell in love with the hotel business and later bought another hotel in Stettler. Eventually, the Christiansons were able to get the franchise rights for the Super 8 and Ramada brands and build a number of those hotels in Alberta. Gary Hoffet was brought on board in 2007 as the family wanted to expand into Saskatchewan. The company opened its first hotel in Saskatchewan – a Ramada – in Weyburn in 2008.

Canalta thought it was time to venture out with its own brand, and in 2009 opened up its first Canalta Hotel in Weyburn next to the Ramada. It has since expanded across the province now totalling 10 locations: Assiniboia, Esterhazy, Humboldt, Martensville, Melfort, Moosomin, Shaunavon and Tisdale.

True to their mantra, Canalta has built up a large customer base by being involved in the community. The hotel is a major sponsor of the Saskatchewan Roughriders and is also the title sponsor of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League’s Canalta Cup. The hotel has also taken part in countless charity initiatives. For example, Hoffert notes all of the hotel’s team members will take part in the Red Cross Day of Pink and proudly wear the colours to stamp out bullying.

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“Anything the communities are doing we want to be there and support,” Hoffert said.

From the beginning of their Saskatchewan expansion, Canalta also became members of the Saskatchewan Hotel & Hospitality Association (SHHA). Hoffert is currently vice-chairmen on the Board of Directors.

“Being members of SHHA speaks to our level of participation within the industry,” Hoffert said. “We need an organization like that. We need a voice. We need someone to bring all of the pieces together. It’s very important for us as an industry to support an organization that speaks for our industry as a whole.”

Another big factor in Canalta’s success is the appeal of the hotels. Hoffert says there’s a “shock factor” when their customers enter a location.

“They’re not used to seeing that high calibre of hotel,” he said. “Our buildings are structurally and aesthetically beautiful. The building is very use-friendly, as well. There are guest laundry facilities, a very high-end fitness centre, and a business centre. All of our locations have a hot tub and steam room and some have waterslides. Being a family-based business, we can adjust very quickly to our customers needs and wants”

Canalta Hotels is not done expanding. It just opened up its first Manitoba location in Selkirk and also has nine Canalta branded Alberta locations. The next Saskatchewan Canalta hotel, Hoffert said, will open in Kindersley in the fall of 2015. ■

MEMBER PROGRAMS AND SERVICESAdding value to your business

SHHA offers members a variety of programs and services, including training initiatives, a health and dental plan as well as programs that offer savings on operating expenses and ones that provide opportunities to increase profit.

Here are just a few of the benefits of membership…

Hotel & Hospitality Convention & Trade ShowMembers of the SHHA gather for business meetings, information sessions and awards celebrations, along with the province’s largest hotel & restaurant related trade show – SHHA members receive one complimentary convention registration

Property and Liability InsuranceYour hotel/motel, brew pub or restaurant can access affordable and comprehensive property and liability insurance though the SHHA’s partnership with Western Financial Group Insurance Solutions. Participating properties are eligible for premium savings depending on group claims experience and full coverage reviews with potential for coverage enhancements

Energy Program – Connect Energy program buys natural gas in bulk and resells to members through long term contracts, thereby protecting members from volatile market fluctuations.

ATM Program – offering customers access to instant cash will increase sales. Nexcash offers three customized programs for placement of an ATM in your property.

Industry Training – training and support for industry initiatives through the Saskatchewan Tourism Education Council.

Paymentech Credit and Debit Card – SHHA members receive the best rates in the industry for Visa, Mastercard and Interac transactions through this program.

Contact SHHA Member Services CoordinatorWarren Nerby

#302 – 2080 Broad Street, Regina, Saskatchewan S4P 1T3Phone: (306)522-1664 Fax: (306)525-1944

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