Lobbying on Hospitality & Retail - Ottawa (April 2026 edition)

FedNor to unveil new tourism initiative in Northeastern Ontario; StatsCan reports 4.9% retail sales growth; No major US federal developments reported.

Federal budget invests $755M in sport, $145M for FIFA World Cup security; Ottawa contracts out air travel complaints backlog; Food services sales rise; Business closure rate edges up; Rural remote work data released.

National Tourism Week marked by Minister Valdez; PrairiesCan invests $1.9M to grow Alberta tourism; Competition Bureau issues warning on bid-rigging; Canada supports cruise, food, seafood, audiovisual, and seniors sectors.