Restaurants Canada

Chef Wallace Wong believes that by empowering and recognizing employees, restaurateurs can foster a dedicated workforce that elevates the dining experience, encourages loyalty and drives the industry forward. Due to the yawning labour gap, this has never been so important. Read more from his article in MENU Magazine here: https://lnkd.in/estPCEmN #chef #inspire #foodservice #restaurateurs #cheflife

Scroll, click and view our Restaurant Industry at a Glance Dashboard: our newest reporting resource to access comprehensive, segmented data by region and restaurant category. Research and data hold significant value for businesses, and to ensure we uphold our mission of supporting our operators and those in the foodservice industry, we encourage you to explore these valuable and diverse insights. We are excited to introduce yet another invaluable resource offered by Restaurants Canada's research and insights team. #foodservice #insights #data https://lnkd.in/ee6BkWG7

Paving the way to a career in foodservice for new employees is exciting, rewarding, and at times, challenging, which is why we are proud to introduce the launch of The Pathways to Careers in Foodservice Program! Whether you want access to grants, subsidies, or require recruitment support, Restaurants Canada is here to support your operations. Visit https://lnkd.in/ee2ARq9M for further information.

"Over the course of the weekend, we have remained in close communication with the LCBO and government officials to address the challenges our sector is facing due to the LCBO strike. I am thankful to Premier Doug Ford and Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy for listening to our concerns and recognizing the importance of prioritizing our sector. While it will not be business as usual, it is clear that both the LCBO and the Government of Ontario are actively working to find solutions to the issues impacting our access to products. We will continue to closely monitor the situation and maintain ongoing communication with our members to ensure we are informed of any significant issues that may arise as the industry adjusts to the revised LCBO service plans. Once again, I extend my gratitude to Premier Ford, Minister Bethlenfalvy, the LCBO, and the dedicated workers who are working diligently to ensure we have the products needed to serve our customers effectively." -- KELLY HIGGINSON, Restaurants Canada's President & CEO More here: https://lnkd.in/edQWAgRF

This week's update from KELLY HIGGINSON is packed with important information regarding: - updates on the LCBO strike - our NEW interactive dashboard with the latest industry sales data - a new powerful initiative for operators in Ontario - and lots of provincial and sustainability updates Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/eW8yvwAf

Reducing EI premiums will not only provide disposable income relief for employers and employees but will offer immediate support that will ensure small businesses can continue to operate, boosting consumer confidence and contributing to Canada’s economy. Read our latest report at: https://lnkd.in/e9Dyf5_J

Throughout this strike, we have been in conversation with LCBO and the government, making sure the needs of the restaurant industry are heard. KELLY HIGGINSON spoke to CBC/Radio-Canada Metro Morning yesterday about the strike and how restaurant operators are responding: https://lnkd.in/ejzV-Q2k

As the ongoing strike disrupts the supply of alcohol in the province, many restaurant operators feel they’ve been caught in the crossfire. We continue to urge LCBO and the Ontario government to minimize the strike's impact on the restaurant industry. https://lnkd.in/e8rKWn2F

Mark von Schellwitz represented Restaurants Canada at the 2024 Calgary Stampede, known as “The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth” attracting politicians from all levels of government from across Canada. The Stampede is a boon to Calgary’s hospitality industry attracting 138,000 tourists and generating $227 million in revenue for local Calgary businesses. Mark met with several MPs, MLAs, and Ministers including Alberta’s Premier at a few of the 1,200 Stampede-related receptions and events, taking place over 10 days. "It was great to see thousands of visitors in their western attire and cowboy hats filling up Calgary’s restaurants and bars!"

“The contingency plans are not working, and they didn’t work right out of the gate. It’s chaos. -- KELLY HIGGINSON on LCBO strike in the Toronto Star. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/enTjXjV3