Hospitality Newfoundland and Labrador

Setting the standard for nearly 30 years, Emerit offers resources designed by industry, for industry. 🆕: Just updated and relaunched for 2024, our Emerit programs reflect the most current skills, knowledge, and practices required to ensure Canada’s tourism workforce remains a competitive world leader. Emerit training and certification are based on National Occupational Standards (NOS) and are validated by thousands of tourism professionals working across Canada. New features include self-paced courses, short and full exam options, modular learning, and accessible features. Explore these new features, view the full catalogue, and learn more about what you can do with Emerit at Emerit.ca. 🔗 #Emerit #TourismTraining #HospitalityTraining #TourismCourses #HospitalityCourses

🌟 Congratulations Deborah Way and Lacey Reid! 🌟 We are thrilled to announce that Deborah Way and Lacey Reid from the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation have achieved their national Emerit Professional Certification! 🎉👏 This prestigious certification recognizes their exceptional competence and mastery in the occupation, as measured against the National Occupational Standards. Through their dedication and hard work, Deborah and Lacey have demonstrated their commitment to professional development and excellence in the tourism industry. We are incredibly proud of Deborah and Lacey for their achievements and for setting a high standard in the tourism industry in Newfoundland and Labrador. Please join us in celebrating their success! 🥳🌏 Certified tourism professionals enjoy numerous benefits, including: ✅ Recognition of their expertise and skills ✅ Higher potential for career advancement ✅ Increased job satisfaction ✅ A deep understanding of the importance of ongoing professional development For businesses, having certified employees means: 📈 Increased productivity and sales 💼 Decreased employee turnover and absenteeism 🔁 More repeat customers 🤝 Better teamwork and efficiency from staff For more information about Emerit Professional Certification, visit emerit.ca.

She's going out with a bang! 💥⭐️ To celebrate her retirement, her lasting contributions to the tourism industry in our region and our province, and her innovative and inspiring leadership as CEO of Destination St. John's today Cathy Duke fired the noon day gun at Signal Hill National Historic Site. It was fitting to have locals and visitors gathered at Cabot Tower, who when many learned who Cathy was, indicated they had used our website to plan their trip, to find a place to eat, to know where a trail head began, and to decide what to see and do.  It's been evident to us the lasting legacy Cathy has in the region, province and industry as a whole, especially as we've all been part of her farewell tour, but you could really feel it today as people gathered overlooking our city to experience everything we have to offer.  And DYK you can book this immersive experience? Thank you to Parks Canada and the Signal Hill team for the proper send off for Cathy.   To learn more visit: https://lnkd.in/g_yz86EM 

🌿 Happy National Indigenous Peoples Day! 🌿 Today, on June 21, Hospitality NL joins Canadians from coast to coast to coast in celebrating the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of Indigenous Peoples in Canada. This day is a time to honor the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities who have shaped and continue to enrich our nation with their resilience, traditions, and vibrant heritage. We recognize and respect the deep connections Indigenous Peoples have with the lands and waters we all share. At Hospitality NL, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment that acknowledges and values the significant impact Indigenous cultures have on our society and our Tourism industry. Let us take this opportunity to learn, reflect, and engage with Indigenous stories and perspectives. By doing so, we strengthen our commitment to reconciliation and the shared path towards a more inclusive future. #NationalIndigenousPeoplesDay #IndigenousPeoplesDay #Reconciliation #IndigenousCultures #CelebrateIndigenousPeoples

Minister Steve Crocker and Hospitality NL’s Craig Foley stopped by this afternoon for a chat. We covered Marine Atlantic, tourism in our Province, and how we build more capacity - because more and more people want to visit and Newfoundlanders and Labradorians want to come Home.

Join us during National AccessAbility Week as we launch a new webinar series: Belong Connections. These hour-long events feature renowned organizations offering trusted resources, guidance, and support around IDEAL workplaces: inclusive, diverse, equitable, accessible, and leading. Our very first event features the Canadian Council on Rehabilitation and Work (CCRW). Maureen Haan, President and CEO, will review services, supports, and tools to assist businesses, including the new Disability Confident Employer Toolkit. Don't miss out! Tune in May 29 at 1 P.M. Eastern. Register today: https://bit.ly/4aeZogZ CCRW | CCRT #NationalAccessAbilityWeek #BelongConnections

Join Carol-Ann Gilliard, Assistant Deputy Minister of the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation, and Craig Foley, CEO of Hospitality NL, as they deliver the 2024 Spring Industry Update. The update will provide key insights and observations from the 2023 Visitor Exit Survey and the Travel Attitude and Motivations Survey. Carol-Ann will also introduce the Performance Measurement Framework which is helping to guide our collective efforts as part of Transformation Action Plan in Vision 2026. This webinar is brought to you by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation, Hospitality Newfoundland and Labrador, and in partnership with Destination St. John’s, Legendary Coasts of Eastern Newfoundland, Adventure Central Newfoundland, Go Western Newfoundland, and Destination Labrador. Click here to register https://bit.ly/4bExg82

We're excited to launch a new webinar series: Belong Connections. These hour-long events feature renowned organizations offering trusted resources, guidance, and support around IDEAL workplaces: inclusive, diverse, equitable, accessible, and leading. Our very first event takes place during National AccessAbility Week and features the Canadian Council on Rehabilitation and Work (CCRW). Maureen Haan, President and CEO of CCRW, will review services, supports, and tools to assist businesses in their journey towards disability confident success, including the new Disability Confident Employer Toolkit. Don't miss out! Join us May 29 at 1 P.M. Eastern. Register here: https://bit.ly/4aeZogZ CCRW | CCRT #NationalAccessAbilityWeek #BelongConnections 

Calling bartenders from across Canada! We're seeking participants for a virtual meeting to help update the Bartender National Occupational Standards. We need your knowledge and expertise to ensure this core resource reflects the current workplace. Learn more: ⤵ https://lnkd.in/eVA8p55Q #Bartender #BartendingSkills #NationalOccupationalStandards #Emerit

Double the expertise, double the passion! Today, the brilliant minds of Hospitality NL and Destination Canada converged in St. John's for their respective board meetings, all under one roof and united by a common goal: to elevate the tourism industry across Newfoundland & Labrador and Canada. As we gear up for the bustling tourism season ahead, their dedication and collaboration promise exciting developments on the horizon. Here's to fruitful discussions, innovative strategies, and memorable experiences for travelers near and far. Welcome to our beautiful province, and may your time here be as enriching as the work you're doing for our industry! #TourismLeaders #DestinationDevelopment #wearetourism