The Centre for Hospitality Studies and Research

Established in Hinton, Alberta, the Centre for Hospitality Studies and Research (CHSR) is committed to providing industry-leading education and research in hospitality and tourism. CHSR is part of Bliss of Hinton, a major integrated resort and learning development which will have a hotel, teaching and research facilities, and convention center.

Through learning and applied research opportunities unlike anything else currently offered in Canada, CHSR will improve the quality of life of the communities in which they are situated and create profitable, memorable and sustainable visitor experiences. Research conducted by the Centre is oriented to addressing the challenges and opportunities facing the hospitality and tourism industry in secondary hubs and regions. With a focus on experiential learning and project work opportunities, participants in CHSR’s diploma, professional development, and degree offerings will be exposed to innovative, creative, and evidence-based ideas, solutions, practices, and management frameworks designed to assist them in making important contributions to the visitor economy and achieving success in their chosen area of activity.

CHSR is awaiting official accreditation from Alberta Advanced Education, expected soon, and the school has begun offering seminars and professional development courses in its temporary Hinton location while the Bliss of Hinton integrated resort and learning development is being constructed.