Alberta’s Referendum: Exploring the Implications for Alberta Restaurants
As Albertans prepare to vote on October 19, several referendum questions could have implications for the province’s restaurant and hospitality industry.
What’s on the Menu at the 2026 GFS Show
Discover new products, fresh ideas and practical solutions for your hospitality business at the 2026 GFS Show.
How a $5,000 Hospitality Grant Opens Doors
AHA’s $5,000 WIL Grant helps hospitality businesses bring emerging talent onto their teams and invest in what’s next.
How Restaurants Can Save Thousands on Equipment & Renovations
See how QUASEP can help you compare options, save time, and get more value from your investment.
The Restaurant Consistency Audit: 5 Questions Every Operator Should Ask
These five questions are essential to identifying opportunities to strengthen consistency, build guest loyalty, and support long-term growth.
Turning Summer Insights Into Fall Strategy
The restaurants that perform best in the fall are the ones that learn from the summer. Review your ordering trends now to make data-driven decisions.
Great Hospitality Experiences Can’t Drive Revenue If Nobody Finds Them
Here’s why helping people find great local experiences may be one of the industry’s biggest opportunities.
4 Stampede Activation Trends That Calgary Restaurants Can Learn From
This Stampede, the operators making the biggest impression are creating experiences that guests want to participate in and talk about.
Increasing Revenue Without Increasing Traffic: An Essential Training Checklist for Upselling
Many restaurant operators focus on getting more guests through the door, but one of the most effective ways to grow revenue is by increasing the value of every guest visit through better conversations at the table.
What Every Restaurant Owner Should Know About Liquor Liability
Liquor liability is a risk every hospitality business should understand. Read More »
Update On XTM Inc. CCAA Proceedings and the Everyday Payments Platform
A hearing is scheduled before the Ontario Superior Court on June 29th, at which the Court is expected to consider approval of the proposed sale of XTM’s platform assets to Pateno Payments.
8 Ways Alberta Restaurants Can Maximize Patio Season Revenue In 2026
As outdoor dining demand continues to grow, restaurants that optimize their patio operations are well-positioned to increase revenue, improve guest experiences, and build long-term customer loyalty.
Why Ongoing Staff Training Matters More Than Ever
Did you know that investing in staff training remains one of the most effective ways to improve operational consistency and reduce business risk? But it is often one of the things that ends up on tomorrow’s to-do list.
AGLC Expands Early Liquor Service Options for Alberta Operators
AGLC Allows Liquor Service Starting at 6 A.M. Without Special Approval
Your Input Needed: Bill 26 Could Impact How Alberta Restaurants Hire
AHA is working alongside TIAA to ensure Alberta’s hospitality industry has a strong voice in the development of Bill 26 regulations. Hospitality operators have a limited window to provide feedback and help shape the final framework.
A Restaurant Owner’s Guide to Disaster Recovery.
Here’s a practical breakdown of what Alberta restaurant owners should focus on during the first 24 hours, the next 48 hours, and the first week after a disaster.
17 Alberta Restaurants Were Featured on Canada’s Best 100
Congratulations to all the Alberta businesses that made the Canada’s 100 best lists! Scroll to see all the restaurants who made the list!
Hospitality Trends Shaping 2026
We've pulled together some of the most relevant findings from reports published between January and April 2026 and translated them for the Alberta context. Here's what the research is telling us for 2026 trends.
Win a Pro-Level Risk Review + Giusti Wine Collection
An exclusive giveaway for AHA members brought to you by our Partners at Wilson M. Beck, Alberta.
Open Letter: RE: New Patio Licensing Fees, Concerns from Alberta’s Hospitality Industry
AHA is calling on Edmonton to reconsider new patio fees introduced without industry consultation, citing added strain on already thin-margin restaurants.