GLOBAL: Last week, Hilton announced its debut in Cannes, France, with the opening of Canopy by Hilton Cannes. Nestled along the French Riviera’s coastline, the hotel—which offers 129 guest rooms and suites, along with 12 apartments—is positioned in the heart of La Croisette, Cannes, to deliver a locally inspired and high-end experience.
NATIONAL: Porter Airlines launched a mobile app to make the travel experience easier for passengers. The Porter app is designed to enhance self-service options, including the ability to check-in, access booking details, select seats, add bags, manage flight changes, access boarding passes, and receive real-time flight notifications. The app is available for download on the App Store and Google Store.
TORONTO: Liberty Entertainment Group announced the return of its beloved Halloween-themed event, Legends of Horror presented by Captain Morgan, on the grounds of Toronto’s historic castle, Casa Loma. Celebrating its eighth year, the event opens Sept. 29 and runs until Oct. 31. Expect dramatic lighting, 3D imagery projections, and animatronics.
Osmow's, a Canadian fast-casual Middle Eastern brand, announced the opening of its first 24-hour restaurant inside Terminal 1 at Toronto Pearson International Airport. It will feature Osmow's first-ever breakfast menu with dishes like falafel and eggs and steak shawarma wraps.
VANCOUVER: Major wage increases and more manageable workloads are key features of a new three-year contract with the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver ratified this week by Unifor members. The new collective agreement increases wages by 18% over the term and reduces the daily workload of workers in housekeeping to help reduce the likelihood of injury. Gratuities will increase, housekeeping staff will see an immediate increase of $0.40 per hour, and the employer will improve contributions to the pension and RSP.
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