Good morning! Welcome back to Queen Street Analytics' weekly roundup of regulatory developments, legislative discussions, political announcements and other government-related news concerning hotels, restaurants, event and sports venues, cruise lines, casinos, gambling, theme parks, ski resorts, outdoor spaces, RV parks, and other travel and tourism professionals.

Every Monday, we break down the most important updates in this space in under five minutes.

Start Date: 2025-03-30
End Date: 2025-04-05

Provincial Announcements

Ontario Government's Investment in Shaw Festival

Ontario will invest $35 million over three years for the Shaw Festival’s Royal George Theatre rebuild, creating 550 jobs and boosting the economy in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Sources: Provincial Announcement: news.ontario.ca

Minister Cho's Upcoming Press Conference

Stan Cho, Ontario's Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming, is scheduled to speak in Niagara-on-the-Lake on April 1, 2025, with media availability to follow.

Sources: Provincial Announcement: news.ontario.ca

Public Officials' Social Media

Jagmeet Singh Supports Hotel Workers

MP Jagmeet Singh shared a moment in Hamilton, commending a hotel worker who wore an orange tie to show support for the New Democrats.

Sources: Social Media: x.com

What We're Reading This Week

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