The Impact of Tariffs on Alberta Restaurants & How to Prepare
Looming counter-tariffs could drive up operational costs, disrupt supply chains, and put jobs at risk on both sides of the border here is how tariffs can affect Alberta Restaurants.
Predicted 2025 Upcoming Restaurant Trends
We’ve scoured the internet to bring you the top predicted hospitality trends experts anticipate for 2025. From technological advancements to emerging ingredients making waves on menus, this blog covers it all.
Disaster-Proof Your Restaurant: The Ultimate Checklist to ProtectYour Hospitality Business
These preventive steps will help protect your restaurant or hospitality business from unexpected property issues.
Everything You Need to Know About the GST Holiday as a Restaurant Owner-Operator In Alberta
As an owner-operator in Alberta, it’s crucial to understand how this initiative impacts your business operations. Here is what you need to know.
Helpful Tips To Prevent Water Damage and Losses This Winter
Running a bar or restaurant in Alberta comes with its unique set of challenges, especially during the harsh Canadian winters. Here are some essential tips to help you prevent and manage water damage, ensuring your business remains resilient and operational throughout the winter months.
Deep Cleaning your Restaurant: A Checklist
Deep cleaning is a fundamental practice for any successful restaurant. Here is a checklist to follow.
Addressing Keg Losses: A Collaboration Between Restaurants and Breweries
Keg loss is a growing issue in Alberta.
To tackle this challenge head-on, we’re teaming up with our buddies at the Alberta Brewers Association to launch a fun and educational initiative.
Joining The Call: Reduce the EI Premium rate to 1.58%.
The Alberta Hospitality Association is joining the call to help lift the strain on small businesses across Canada.
Ways Calgary Restaurants Can Reduce Their Water Consumption
Tips and ideas restaurants in Calgary can implement to reduce their water consumption.
Official Statement: Possible Closures & Restrictions for Calgary Restaurants
June 16th statement in response to possible restriction or closure mandates on Calgary Restaurants by the City of Calgary.
How to Effectively Hire Students + New Grads For Your Restaurant
Insights on how to effectively hire new grads + students for your restaurant.
fight to extend CEBA until the end of 2024
Send this templated email to your MP and join the converstaion!
A Look Inside The WIL Grant Application Process
We've received several inquiries about our WIL grant application procedure. In this blog post, we'll provide you with insights into the WIL grant application and its timeline. So you can apply with confidence!
A Hospitality Story: Makina Labrecque
Meet Our Executive Director
As the Executive Director of AHA, Mona is proud to work to represent the people whose businesses are an integral part of the communities they serve.
Supporting Alcohol & Drug Addiction Recovery in Alberta Hospitality
AHA looks into the prevailing challenges of drug and alcohol abuse within Alberta's hospitality industry. We delve into proactive measures that restaurant owners can adopt to address drug and alcohol abuse effectively.
Edmonton: Single-use Item Reduction
Edmonton’s single-use item reduction bylaw takes effect on July 1, building on the efforts many businesses and residents are already making to reduce waste.
411 on single-use plastics ban in Alberta
Back in June 2022, the federal government published Single-Use Plastics Prohibition Regulations, which prohibit the manufacturing, importation, and sale of most single-use plastics.