Edmonton, AB – July 30, 2026
Edmonton, AB As Canada marks World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, the country’s hotel industry is turning awareness into action, with more than 4,200 hotel employees enrolled in Not In Our Hotel training in 2026 alone.
“Trafficking does not always look like a crime scene. Sometimes it looks like a guest who is afraid, controlled, or not free to leave,” said Tracy Douglas, President & CEO of the Alberta Hotel & Lodging Association. “Hotel staff are not investigators. But with the right training, they can notice the warning signs, report concerns safely and help protect someone in danger.”
The 2026 theme is Together Against Trafficking. The message is simple: awareness is not enough. Hotels need practical training, clear reporting steps, and a shared commitment to act.
Not In Our Hotel now works with hospitality associations in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, Saskatchewan, and Newfoundland & Labrador.
For hotel teams, training ensures better preparedness.
"Not in our Hotel has increased staff awareness, improved our confidence in reporting procedures, and reinforced our commitment as a workplace that provides a safe environment for our guests, employees, and community," said Teagen Dominato, Director of Human Resources, Lake Louise Inn.
Human trafficking is complex, and hotels cannot stop it alone. But they can be part of the solution. Every trained employee is another set of eyes, another informed voice, and another opportunity to respond safely when something does not seem right. As more hotels join Not In Our Hotel, the industry is building the awareness, confidence, and shared responsibility needed to help protect vulnerable people before it is too late.