Hospitality

QSA's Week in Hospitality (#22, 2025)

Ottawa proposes Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act; Competition Bureau finalizes guidelines on environmental claims; Canada Summer Jobs expands youth hiring; US restricts entry from 19 countries; HUD moves to rescind Affirmative Fair Housing Marketing rules; TSA revises passenger feedba...

Good morning! This is 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.

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Start Date: 2025-06-01
End Date: 2025-06-07

• 🇨🇦 Canadian Federal GR News
• 🇺🇸 US Federal GR News
• 🗺️ Canadian Provincial GR News
• 📱 Public Officials' Social Media
• 📚 What We're Reading This Week

Canadian Federal GR News

Federal Government Tables Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act

On June 6, 2025, the Government of Canada introduced the 'One Canadian Economy' bill, which enacts the Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act and the Building Canada Act. The legislation is designed to remove federal internal trade barriers and create a framework for advancing major national infrastructure projects. It includes mechanisms for recognizing provincial and territorial licenses and certifications for workers, allowing credentials from one jurisdiction to be recognized federally. The bill introduces a 'two-key' approval process, where a designated minister issues a single conditions document for projects deemed in the national interest, consolidating regulatory approvals. Projects such as highways, ports, airports, and energy transmission will be prioritized under a new federal major projects office, with consultation involving provinces, territories, and Indigenous rights holders.

Sources: Announcements: www.canada.ca

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Canada Summer Jobs Program Expands with 6,000 Additional Opportunities

The federal government announced on June 6, 2025, the creation of up to 6,000 more Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) opportunities, in addition to the 70,000 jobs already planned for this summer. The program is part of the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy, which aims to provide first job experiences and skills development for Canadians aged 15 to 30. Minister Patty Hajdu made the announcement in Thunder Bay, noting that CSJ funding has already enabled hiring in sectors such as recreation, food service, marketing, tourism, and environmental protection. The 2025 CSJ hiring period continues until July 21, with jobs listed on the federal Job Bank website and app. Eligibility criteria require participants to be between 15 and 30 years old and legally entitled to work in Canada; international students are not eligible. Employers from not-for-profits, public sector, and small private sector organizations with fewer than 50 employees participate in the program.

Sources: Announcements: www.canada.ca

StatsCan: Culture and Sport Sectors Continue Economic Growth in 2023

According to Statistics Canada data published June 2, 2025, the culture and sport sectors in Canada experienced their third consecutive year of increased economic activity in 2023. This trend reflects ongoing recovery and expansion following pandemic-related disruptions and may have implications for hospitality businesses tied to cultural and recreational tourism.

Sources: Open Government Data Set: www.statcan.gc.ca

StatsCan Releases Data on Interprovincial Labour Mobility by Occupation

New data released June 3, 2025, by Statistics Canada provides updated figures on interprovincial labour mobility in Canada by occupation for the periods 2021–2022, 2022–2023, and 2023–2024. The dataset offers insight into workforce flexibility and credential portability, relevant to hospitality employers operating across provincial borders.

Sources: Open Government Data Set: www.statcan.gc.ca

International Trade in Services Deficit Narrows in April 2025

Statistics Canada reported on June 5, 2025, that Canada’s international trade in services deficit narrowed to $0.3 billion in April, down from $0.5 billion in March. Imports of services declined by 1.1% to $18.3 billion, and exports of services fell by 0.5% to $17.9 billion. These figures reflect ongoing adjustments in Canada’s service-based trade, including tourism and travel services.

Sources: Open Government Data Set: www.statcan.gc.ca

US Federal GR News

White House Describes Economic Growth Impact on Hospitality Jobs

According to a White House article published June 6, 2025, the U.S. economy added 139,000 private sector jobs in May, including 48,000 in leisure and hospitality. The report notes real average hourly earnings grew nearly 4% year-over-year, and real disposable income has increased at a 7.5% annualized rate since President Trump took office. The administration attributes these gains to its economic agenda, with most job growth occurring in the private sector. The hospitality industry features prominently in the reported employment gains.

Sources: White House Announcements: www.whitehouse.gov

Canadian Provincial GR News

Ontario Introduces Red Tape Reduction Act with Provisions for Tourism Sector

Ontario’s Protect Ontario by Cutting Red Tape Act, 2025, was introduced June 4 with measures including a proposed amendment to expand permissible areas for alcohol consumption in Ontario Parks beginning in 2026, supporting tourism.

Sources: Provincial Announcement: news.ontario.ca

Ontario Invests $1.5 Million in 2025 RBC Canadian Open

The Ontario government announced on June 4, 2025, a $1.5 million investment to support the 2025 RBC Canadian Open, which is expected to attract over 125,000 attendees and generate significant activity for the province's tourism and hospitality industries.

Sources: Provincial Announcement: news.ontario.ca

B.C. Launches Review to Simplify Business Processes

On June 5, 2025, British Columbia began a review aimed at simplifying business processes and reducing administrative barriers, with input from businesses across the province invited through an online portal until fall 2025.

Sources: Provincial Announcement: news.gov.bc.ca

B.C. Reports Progress on International Credential Recognition

British Columbia’s Office for International Credential Recognition released its first annual report on June 6, 2025, noting advances in enabling internationally trained professionals to work in the province under the International Credentials Recognition Act.

Sources: Provincial Announcement: news.gov.bc.ca

Quebec Proposes Amendments to Immigration Regulation

On June 5, 2025, Quebec published proposed regulatory amendments that would require temporary foreign workers to demonstrate French proficiency when renewing permits after three years and introduce new protections for foreign students.

Sources: Provincial Announcement: www.quebec.ca

MP Rechie Valdez posted on June 6, 2025, about meeting with Ontario Minister of Tourism Stan Cho to discuss collaboration on economic growth and job creation through tourism.

Sources: Social Media: x.com

MP Rechie Valdez stated on June 4, 2025, that Canada’s world-class tourism industry represents what global travelers seek.

Sources: Social Media: x.com

On June 4, 2025, MP Rechie Valdez shared her recent meeting with the Board of Destination Canada, focused on promoting Canadian destinations and generating economic benefits.

Sources: Social Media: x.com

MP Heath MacDonald reported on June 6, 2025, his meeting with Kristina Proulx from Food and Beverage Canada, discussing priorities such as reducing administrative requirements and addressing labour market issues in the sector.

Sources: Social Media: x.com

Senator Patrick Brazeau posted on June 3, 2025, about introducing two Senate bills: one requiring cancer warning labels on alcoholic products and another prohibiting alcohol advertising in Canada.