ARLINGTON, Va. – 23 September 2025 – Canada’s hotel revenue per available room (RevPAR) exceeded CAD200 for the first time on record, according to August 2025 data from CoStar, a leading global provider of commercial real estate information, analytics, and online property marketplaces.

August 2025 (percentage change from 2024):

• Occupancy: 80.7% (+1.5%)
• Average daily rate (ADR): CAD250.18 (+6.1%)
• Revenue per available room (RevPAR): CAD202.01 (+7.7%)

The occupancy level was the highest since August 2014.

Among the provinces and territories, British Columbia reported the largest occupancy lift (+6.0% to 87.2%).

Newfoundland and Labrador registered the highest increases in ADR (+17.4% to CAD243.50) and RevPAR (+18.6% to CAD210.42).

Among the major markets, Vancouver saw the largest gains in occupancy (+4.6% to 91.9%) and RevPAR (+12.0% to CAD340.08).

Toronto, which hosted the Oasis Tour in late August, posted the highest ADR lift (+8.1% to CAD281.46).

For more information about the company and its products and services, please visit www.costargroup.com.

Ottawa, September 19, 2025 – The Hotel Association of Canada (HAC) is pleased to announce a partnership with the Interior Design Show (IDS) Vancouver, taking place September 25–28, 2025 at the Vancouver Convention Centre.

Through this collaboration, HAC members will have the opportunity to access exclusive programming, including complimentary All Access Passes to the show. IDS Vancouver brings together design leaders and innovators to explore the latest trends shaping hospitality interiors and guest experiences.

HAC President & CEO, Beth McMahon, will host the marquee Night & Day feature panel, a flagship IDS session that will explore how hotel design is adapting to evolving guest expectations, sustainability imperatives, and the integration of new technologies. The program will also spotlight globally recognized hotel designer Paolo Ferrari, Netflix personality Karin Bohn, and other design leaders, bringing forward diverse perspectives on how interiors can shape the future of hospitality.

HAC members will also be on site engaging with the program, including Paul Hawes, President & CEO of the BC Hotel Association, underscoring the strong connection between Canada’s hotel industry and the future of design.

“Hotels are some of the hardest-working buildings, expected to provide security, hygiene, comfort, and style around the clock,” said McMahon. “Our partnership with IDS reflects HAC’s commitment to showcasing the importance of design and innovation in delivering exceptional guest experiences.”

Interior Design Show Vancouver
September 25–28, 2025
Vancouver Convention Centre – Vancouver, BC

For more information on the full IDS program, please visit:

MARKHAM, Ontario, Sept. 16, 2025— is entering an exciting new era with Tim Major at the helm. In March, Tim stepped into the leadership role of the All-In-One cloud hosted, private cloud and on-premises property-management system company. Under his guidance, Maestro is strengthening its commitment on its mission to equip independent operators with the tools they need to compete at the highest level. With hospitality evolving faster than ever, his leadership positions Maestro to drive innovation while keeping client results at the forefront.

A Proven Leader 

Tim Major brings deep experience across hospitality technology, having led multiple PMS companies through pivotal transformations. He is known for advancing innovation, guiding organizations through change, and aligning technology with the real-world needs of hoteliers—building a reputation for turning vision into impact. As an innovator and industry leader, Tim will continue to align  with customer needs.

“My vision for Maestro PMS is clear: to help independent hoteliers stay competitive with tools that emphasize efficiency, embedded payments, performance, and data security,” Tim Major said. “Hospitality is entering a new era where technology is a competitive advantage and a partner to hoteliers—not a burden. I am excited to continue my vision of defragmenting technology into one seamless experience across lodging, food & beverage, experiences, travel, and services.  

“Maestro’s strength lies in providing an all-in-one, flexible solution that evolves with the industry," he added. “We are combining applications to form a connected platform that provides a single guest profile and central data repository. The combination  of and best-in-class hospitality applications across activities, golf, F&B and wineries, will ensure that our customers are equipped with systems that enhance profitability, guest loyalty, and operational agility.” 

“Maestro has never been in stronger hands,” said Ravi Jonnavithula, President of the hospitality division at Fullsteam. “Tim is known for his product-led growth strategies, operational insight, and passion for innovation that serves hoteliers. From the outset, he strengthened client partnerships, accelerated product innovation, and ensured the platform remains the most complete and flexible PMS for independent operators worldwide. Today, he is leading Maestro into its next phase of growth, innovation, and client success. We have full confidence in Tim’s leadership and expertise to drive lasting growth.

Answering the Call for Innovation 

As independent hoteliers seek more automation, embedded payments, and seamless integrations, Tim Major’s growth strategy for Maestro includes: 

• Fullsteam Hospitality – Building a shared guest profile across Fullsteam’s hospitality software units, connecting Maestro, Golf, POS, Activities, and Wine solutions in one API to strengthen relationships and simplify use. 

• API Interface Expansion – Ongoing enhancement of Maestro’s open API to meet evolving industry demands.

• MezzoPay Embedded Payment solution – Recently rolled out in Canada, Maestro’s embedded payment platform will continue to expand. 

• AI – Expanding AI within the PMS and building on GuestXMS concierge chat and Maestro User AI learning tools.

• Innovation – Continual improvement of Maestro’s features as demanded by clients, industry and technology. 

Game-Changing Tech

At the forefront of Tim’s leadership is Maestro Touch—a game-changing update that redefines front desk operations. By unlocking PMS functionality on any tablet or touch-capable device, Maestro Touch delivers true mobility, faster training, streamlined workflows, and stronger team performance while preserving the depth and reliability of the Maestro platform hoteliers know and trust. It helps teams respond to guest needs and property updates without being tied to the desk. Some of these elements include Check-Out Functionality, Digital Signature Capture, and Real-Time Room Availability. 

“At Maestro, we are committed to advancing mobile operations tools because we believe they represent the future of hotel efficiency and profitability,” Tim Major said. “The launch of Maestro Touch marks the next step in that commitment—delivering a touch-based interface built specifically for hoteliers, with their workflows and operational priorities at the center.” 

Accelerate 2025 User Conference 

Maestro customers will hear more about the company’s future direction at its , September 22–25, at the InterContinental Toronto Centre. The four-day event will bring operators together to share ideas, build partnerships, and apply innovative tools and strategies to maximize their Maestro PMS investment. 

“This conference brings together a strong group of partners who play an important role in extending the value of your PMS,” Tim said. “As a first-time participant, my main goal is simple: to meet you, hear your stories, learn how you’re using Maestro to improve business performance, and better understand what matters most to your operations. User feedback and ideas will help guide us where we go next, and I’m eager to listen. Every insight you share is the fuel that will guide our next chapter.”

Vancouver, BC - Kasian Architecture, Interior Design and Planning is proud to announce the appointment of Adele Rankin as Principal and Vice President, Interior Design, strengthening the firm’s leadership in creating human-centric spaces across Canada.

With more than 20 years of design leadership and business development experience, Adele brings a proven track record of delivering distinctive projects that blend functionality, creativity, and cultural impact. Her career spans hospitality, senior living, and multifamily residential sectors, with notable projects including The Karl Lagerfeld Hotel at Grand Lisboa Palace Resort in Macau, Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, The Dorian Autograph Collection in Calgary, and the REN residential tower in Seattle. Given the forecasted growth in the global hospitality design market over the next year, her knowledge and experience will bolster Kasian’s expertise in the sector.

Adele’s leadership has extended across global markets, where she has overseen multidisciplinary teams of more than 100 designers and led the growth of multiple international studios. In her new role, Adele will advance Kasian’s national interior design practice, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support growth across the firm’s studios. She is recognized for her ability to lead complex projects from concept to completion, building strong client relationships, champion design excellence, and mentor emerging talent. 

“Adele’s ability to shape exceptional user experiences aligns perfectly with Kasian’s vision of enriching lives through our design philosophy of in-between thinking,” said Don Kasian. “Her leadership will elevate our interiors practice and strengthen the connections across our disciplines.”