Vancouver, B.C. – May 29, 2025 – is redefining wellness travel in the heart of downtown Vancouver, offering a suite of relaxing and revitalizing experiences that connect guests and local residents to the tranquility of Vancouver’s coast.

Throughout June, July, and August, poolside yoga and meditation sessions will offer a serene start to Fridays, led by wellness expert Tianne Allan. Complimentary to hotel guests, these guided classes will provide a sense of calm and the opportunity to bask in the property’s stunning harbourside views of Stanley Park and the North Shore Mountains.

Starting on Sunday June 8, and continuing throughout July and August, those seeking a deeper experience can partake in , a blend of mindful movement and culinary delight for hotel and non-hotel guests alike. Attendees can expect a restorative yoga session alongside the calming vibrations of a sound bath, followed by our signature bottomless brunch.

The hotel also introduces for the first time, a scenic paddleboarding experience through Vancouver’s English Bay, guided by Fairmont Waterfront’s CPO (Chief Paddle Officer) Tobias Clare. Open to hotel guests and members of the public of all abilities, attendees can expect breathtaking coastal views and an opportunity to spot local wildlife, followed by the perfect way to recharge—ARC’s indulgent bottomless brunch.

In the cooler months, Fairmont Waterfront is embracing the invigorating spirit of winter with its experience. Led by its very own CEO (Chill Experience Officer) Jodi Francks, guests will take a guided cold dip at Third Beach in Stanley Park, followed by hot tea, warm towels, and a hot toddy back at the hotel, rounded out by bottomless brunch and access to the Health Club.

Year-round wellness offerings for will continue to include the opportunity to borrow complimentary fitness wear – including shoes – through the Fairmont Fit program, a bi-weekly guided run along Vancouver’s iconic seawall every Tuesday and Thursday mornings, and use of the rooftop pool, open daily and heated all year-round. Complimentary cruiser bikes are also available free of charge, offering an easy and eco-friendly way to discover Stanley Park and the surrounding waterfront.

With wellness woven into every detail, Fairmont Waterfront is establishing itself as a sanctuary for wellness-minded travelers year-round.

For more information, including how to book, visit the hotel’s website:

May 28, 2023 – CALGARY – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Travelodge Canada is thrilled to announce that George Siourounis with the Travelodge by Wyndham Weyburn, has won the Scott King Community Service Award at the Wyndham 2025 Global Conference in Las Vegas.

The Travelodge by Wyndham brand session at the Wyndham 2025 Global Conference in Las Vegas, gave the Travelodge brand the opportunity to recognize hotels and staff that go above and beyond in many categories to serve as guests’ Basecamp for Adventure. Please click here to see all of the Travelodge by Wyndham award winners for 2025.

The Scott King Award was created in 2022 to celebrate hospitality professionals that go above and beyond for the hospitality industry and their community. For 20 years, the owner of the Travelodge by Wyndham Weyburn, Saskatchewan; George and the Siourounis family, have been going the extra mile by running events like the annual charity golf tournament, which has raised nearly $400,000. Donations have supported medical equipment for the Weyburn General Hospital, the Weyburn Ambulance, supporting the Continuing Care Assistant and practical nursing programs at Southeast College and Inclusion Weyburn and Envision for the last three years in a row.

As George was unable to attend the conference this year, Trevor Hagel, Executive Vice President, Operations, Travelodge Canada (pictured) accepted the award on his behalf. “I would like to offer our sincere congratulations to the Siourounis family for winning this award. It is a tremendous achievement to be selected from so many worthy candidates across Canada and the United States. The dedication the Siourounis family has shown to running an exemplary property and consistently finding time to enrich the community with events such as their annual charity golf tournament, which has greatly improved the town of Weyburn, is truly remarkable”.

This year’s ORHMA VIP Hotel Leadership Dinner following the CHIC conference hit new heights with a fantastic dinner event at one the top 10 restaurants in Toronto; Black + Blue Steakhouse.

With outstanding food and company, the event hosted by Jason Cheskes of Above the Line Solutions, was the perfect setting for 55 invited industry leaders to gather is a purely social event. As remarked by Kevin Swark of Genesis Hospitality “I remember the first time this dinner took place, when there were 11 of us, and it’s amazing to see what the event has become.”

This year’s guests included companies such as Marriott, Wyndham, IHG, Oxford Properties, Eastons Group, Sandman, Choice, Atlific, Best Western, Vrancor, Superior Lodging, Accor, Realstar, LHM, Genesis, MasterBUILT, Activar, the Greater Toronto Hotel Association.

Sponsors of the event this year were Foodbuy, RHB Enterprises, Rogers Business, Imperial Dade, Serta Simmons, Eden Textile, LOC International, and Self Electronics & Lighting.

Tony Elenis, President and CEO of ORHMA shared “we are thrilled to have ORHMA involved with this fantastic evening that has become such a wonderful annual industry tradition over the past 15 years and have the opportunity to gather such a great group of industry leaders together for a fantastic meal”.

ORHMA’s 2025 Ontario Hospitality Conference takes place this year October 20-21st and information can be found at https://www.ontariohospitalityconference.com/

Toronto, ON, May 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- proudly extends its meaningful partnership with for a third consecutive year, supporting the program with a significant donation aimed at tackling childhood food insecurity during the summer months.

Food Banks Canada's After the Bell program provides nutritious food packs to children who rely on critical school food programs during the academic year. This initiative aligns with Days Inns - Canada's commitment to supporting the communities where they operate.

"One in three of those visiting food banks are children," said Irwin Prince, President and COO of Days Inn Canada. "Together with our Canadian Days Inn owners and their teams, we're proud to support Food Banks Canada's After the Bell program to help make healthy food available to children during the summer months."

The After the Bell program was created specifically to address the summer hunger gap, delivering food packs to children across Canada through a network of food banks and community agencies. Days Inns - Canada team members participated in the program's volunteer packing day on May 14, 2025, helping prepare food packs for distribution.

"We are grateful for the support of Days Inns - Canada as we work to address childhood hunger in communities across the country," said Kirstin Beardsley, Chief Executive Officer of Food Banks Canada. "The After the Bell program makes a meaningful difference in the lives of children facing food insecurity during summer months. Partnerships like this one enable us to reach more children with nutritious food when they need it most."

Food insecurity remains a critical issue in Canada, with many families struggling to provide consistent, nutritious meals for their children. Days Inns - Canada invites guests, franchisees and team members to learn more about Food Banks Canada's initiatives and how they can support efforts to address hunger in their communities.

Visit the "" page on the Food Banks Canada website for more information on how to contribute to this important cause.