This afternoon the Government of Newfoundland & Labrador proclaimed the new Tourist Accommodations Act (TAA) and Regulations, allowing for a level playing field between traditional tourism accommodations and short-term rental businesses. Without the requirement of proper licensing, approvals, taxation, and insurance, unregulated accommodators have had a significant unfair advantage in the industry and have often been…

The Government of Canada announced its 2023 budget on Tuesday evening, entitled ” A Made-In-Canada Plan”. This budget focuses on strengthening the middle class and quality of life for Canadians. Some key highlights from the 2023 Federal Budget relevant to the Tourism and Hospitality Industry include: Other highlights include: Programs: Labour and Workforce: Access Hospitality…

Promote tourism, establish connections, and support local at the 2023 Atlantic Canada Showcase! Since 1994, the Atlantic Canada Showcase has brought together national and international buyers to provide them with an opportunity to experience Atlantic Canada’s products. This biennial event is a buyer-seated marketplace, designed especially for the group tour, F.I.T., and specialty travel industry,…

Hospitality Newfoundland & Labrador has heard our members loud and clear: servicing debt is one of the greatest challenges tourism operators are currently facing. We know that the tourism industry was the first hit and the hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, and that it will be the last to recover. Our members have taken…

Our key takeaways, as the association committed to leading, supporting, representing, and enhancing the province’s tourism industry are as follows: Other highlights from today’s budget that can positively impact the tourism industry, attracting visitors and encouraging more resident travel, include: Hospitality NL will continue to monitor budget updates as they develop. To view the 2023…

Due to high demand, Full Event and Day Pass Registration for Hospitality Newfoundland & Labrador’s 2023 Conference & Trade Show is now closed. The 39th Annual Conference & Trade Show, happening in Gander from February 28th to March 2nd, is the largest tourism industry conference in the province. Hundreds of industry leaders, operators, and partners…

Hospitality NL is pleased to announce The Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of  Rural Economic Development will be attending our 2023 Conference and Trade Show.  Minister Hutchings will attend the 39th annual event, happening in Gander from February 28 – March 02, 2023. Hundreds of Newfoundland & Labrador’s tourism business operators and partners will gather for…

Hospitality NL is pleased to announce The Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance, will be attending our 2023 Conference and Trade Show.  Minister Boissonnault will attend the three-day event in Gander, which focuses on the issues most important to Newfoundland and Labrador’s tourism business operators. On Thursday, March 2nd at…

Hospitality NL is pleased to announce Pam August, former Director, Culture Activation at WestJet, as the keynote speaker for our 2023 Conference and Trade Show.    With a background in leading culture development and experience working with diverse organizations, August knows what it takes to uncover, align, and activate the best of what organizations already…

Transitional Support Program for Smaller Employers Expanded!   Hospitality Newfoundland and Labrador is pleased to share that the Provincial Government has expanded the criteria for the Transitional Support Program for Smaller Employers, broadening eligibility and extending the application deadline.   The program now provides short-term financial support to employers of 100 or less employees that…