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Cision Canada
2 days ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
Germain Hotels: New leadership at the helm of the company Français
QUEBEC CITY, /CNW/ - Germain Hotels has announced the appointment of Marie Pier Germain and Hugo Germain as co-presidents of the family business, effective immediately, as the company continues its rapid expansion. Founded by Christiane and Jean-Yves Germain, Germain Hotels has established itself as a flagship of the Canadian hotel industry. This leadership transition reflects the continuity of a strong family vision and a shared commitment to ensuring the long-term sustainability of what has been built over the past 36 years. With a new generation at the helm, Germain Hotels is embarking on the next chapter in its evolution, staying true to its roots while boldly looking toward the future. The new leadership team aims to continue expanding the hotel's network across Canada and beyond, fostering innovation, and maintaining a focus on authenticity and sustainable development, all rooted in a human-centred approach to hospitality and a constant desire for excellence. Marie Pier and Hugo have been with Germain Hotels for over 20 years. Both have actively contributed to its growth across Canada, gradually taking on leadership roles over the years. Today, they maintain the co-presidency model, a guarantee of complementarity and a structure that reflects the essential collaboration among teams, an element at the heart of the organization's culture. The founders highlight the exceptional work of the new co-presidents "I have had the privilege of working closely with Hugo since he joined the company. He was the very first General Manager of the Alt banner and, from the very beginning, embodied the innovative spirit that is a cornerstone of our brand. With his energy, he possesses a rare ability to bring a vision to life with rigour and creativity, which gives me full confidence in the future." Christiane Germain, Co-Founder, Germain Hotels "I have seen Marie Pier successfully lead complex projects such as the opening of our first hotel in Calgary in 2006, and later, the major transformation of Le Germain Hotel Montreal in 2018. On each occasion, she demonstrated remarkable strategic intelligence and an exceptional eye for detail." Jean-Yves Germain, Co-Founder, Germain Hotels The new leaders share their thoughts "It is a true privilege to continue the work of our parents while writing the next chapters. We do so with respect and ambition, surrounded by an exceptional team working in every region of the country." Marie Pier Germain, Co-President, Germain Hotels "We grew up with this company and have poured our hearts into it. Today, we are ready to take charge in our own way while remaining true to the values that have made Germain Hotels so strong. Our goal remains the same: to ensure that every guest enjoys an unforgettable experience when they stay with us." Hugo Germain, Co-President, Germain Hotels Together, they added: "We want to continue strengthening our roots in Canada so that Germain Hotels becomes the preferred choice and benchmark for Canadian travellers. With our solid foundations and the incredible talent and unwavering commitment of our teams, there is nothing stopping us, even as we set our sights to expand beyond our borders!" Find pictures here. For over 35 years, Germain Hotels has made a name for itself through attentive service and innovative practices. We are a proud family business operating for three generations. With 19 properties across Canada (and counting), we bring guests iconic style and ultimate comfort through our Le Germain, Alt and Escad hotels.
Hospitality Net
15-05-2025
- Business
- Hospitality Net
Germain Hotels announces $160 million investment to accelerate its expansion
This transformative investment reflects the renewed confidence of these long-standing institutional partners as well as private investors. It will enable the company to accelerate its development across Canada and consolidate its network of properties. In light of this investment, Germain Hotels is also announcing the merger of Groupe Germain Inc. and Alt Canada Investment Corporation SEC into a single entity, now operating as Germain Hotels. This strategic alliance aims to simplify the organizational structure and support the next phase of the company's growth. Since the creation of the Alt banner, Germain Hotels has always been able to rely on the steadfast support of its institutional partners and private investors. As some of them have chosen to step back at this stage, it would like to take this opportunity to extend its sincere gratitude. Their support has played a vital role in the growth of its network and in shaping the distinctive identity of Alt Hotels. We're very pleased to count on the renewed commitment of high-quality partners. This additional investment marks an important milestone in the growth of our family business. It gives us the means to achieve our ambitions while remaining true to our core values. Jean-Yves Germain, co-founder and co-president, Germain Hotels For nearly 15 years, CDPQ has played a major role in supporting Germain Hotels at three key moments in its expansion across Canada. By leading this new round of financing, we continue to stimulate the growth of a Québec company with a distinctive business model. Our aim is to sustain Germain Hotels' success over the long term and reinforce its leadership in the Canadian hotel market. Kim Thomassin, executive vice-president and head of Québec, CDPQ Investissement Québec is proud to once again join forces with Germain Hotels. By increasing its stake in this Québec flagship company, the government corporation reaffirms its commitment to supporting local businesses at every stage of their growth and fully embraces its role: fostering the growth of Québec companies and propelling them to global leadership in their respective industries. Bicha Ngo, president and CEO, Investissement Québec With its 19 properties, Germain Hotels continues to expand its presence across Canada with the opening of Alt Hotel Ottawa Airport in fall 2025, followed by Le Germain Hotel Casino de Montréal, and finally, Le Germain Hotel Vancouver, in the coming years. The company is committed to pursuing its mission of offering distinctive and authentic hotel experiences from coast to coast. "Merging into a single entity will strengthen Germain Hotels' agility and give it the financial and organizational resources to seize new opportunities in the Canadian hotel market. We are enthusiastic about the opportunities that lie ahead and about promoting Québec's expertise," says Christiane Germain, co-founder and co-president, Germain Hotels.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Germain Hotels secures C$160m investment for expansion
Canada-based Germain Hotels has secured C$160m ($115.25m) in an investment round, led by Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ). The round saw participation from development capital fund Fonds de solidarité FTQ and Investissement Québec, a financial services company. CDPQ executive vice-president and Québec head Kim Thomassin added: "For nearly 15 years, CDPQ has played a major role in supporting Germain Hotels at three key moments in its expansion across Canada." "By leading this new round of financing, we continue to stimulate the growth of a Québec company with a distinctive business model. Our aim is to sustain Germain Hotels' success over the long term and reinforce its leadership in the Canadian hotel market." This financial infusion is set to consolidate Germain Hotels' network of properties and is expected to propel its development nationwide. The company has also revealed a strategic merger of Groupe Germain and Alt Canada Investment SEC, unifying under the Germain Hotels brand. This move is designed to streamline the company's organisational structure and bolster its growth trajectory. A family-run business with a three-generation history, Germain Hotels currently operates 19 properties. With the support of both institutional partners and private investors, Germain Hotels has consistently expanded its footprint, the company stated. The company has announced plans for the opening of Alt Hotel Ottawa Airport in late 2025, followed by Le Germain Hotel Casino de Montréal and Le Germain Hotel Vancouver. These developments are part of a long-term strategy to enhance the company's presence throughout Canada. Germain Hotels co-founder and co-president Christiane Germain said: "Merging into a single entity will strengthen Germain Hotels' agility and give it the financial and organisational resources to seize new opportunities in the Canadian hotel market. We are enthusiastic about the opportunities that lie ahead and about promoting Québec's expertise." In October 2023, Germain Hotels launched its 19th property, Alt Hotel Calgary University District. "Germain Hotels secures C$160m investment for expansion" was originally created and published by Hotel Management Network, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Cision Canada
08-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Germain Hotels announces $160 million investment to accelerate its expansion Français
"We're very pleased to count on the renewed commitment of high-quality partners," said Jean-Yves Germain, Co-Founder and Co-President of Germain Hotels. "This additional investment marks an important milestone in the growth of our family business. It gives us the means to achieve our ambitions while remaining true to our core values." "For nearly 15 years, CDPQ has played a major role in supporting Germain Hotels at three key moments in its expansion across Canada," added Kim Thomassin, Executive Vice-President and Head of Québec at CDPQ. "By leading this new round of financing, we continue to stimulate the growth of a Québec company with a distinctive business model. Our aim is to sustain Germain Hotels' success over the long term and reinforce its leadership in the Canadian hotel market." "Since its inception, Germain Hotels has distinguished itself by its ability to innovate in a changing sector. As a long-time investor, we are proud to once again support this flagship of Québec's hotel industry as it continues to grow," said Dany Pelletier, Executive Vice-President, Private Equity and Impact Investing at Fonds de solidarité FTQ. "Investissement Québec is proud to once again join forces with Germain Hotels. By increasing its stake in this Québec flagship company, the government corporation reaffirms its commitment to supporting local businesses at every stage of their growth and fully embraces its role: fostering the growth of Québec companies and propelling them to global leadership in their respective industries," added Bicha Ngo, President and CEO of Investissement Québec. Grouping Activities Under a Single Entity In light of this investment, Germain Hotels is also announcing the merger of Groupe Germain Inc. and Alt Canada Investment Corporation SEC into a single entity, now operating as Germain Hotels. This strategic alliance aims to simplify the organizational structure and support the next phase of the company's growth. Since the creation of the Alt banner, Germain Hotels has always been able to rely on the steadfast support of its institutional partners and private investors. As some of them have chosen to step back at this stage, we would like to take this opportunity to extend our sincere gratitude. Their support has played a vital role in the growth of our network and in shaping the distinctive identity of Alt Hotels. Continued Growth Across Canada With its 19 properties, Germain Hotels continues to expand its presence across Canada with the opening of Alt Hotel Ottawa Airport in fall 2025, followed by Le Germain Hotel Casino de Montréal, and finally, Le Germain Hotel Vancouver, in the coming years. The company is committed to pursuing its mission of offering distinctive and authentic hotel experiences from coast to coast. "Merging into a single entity will strengthen Germain Hotels' agility and give it the financial and organizational resources to seize new opportunities in the Canadian hotel market. We are enthusiastic about the opportunities that lie ahead and about promoting Québec's expertise," said Christiane Germain, Co-Founder and Co-President of Germain Hotels. Here is a link to the visuals. About Germain Hotels For over 35 years, Germain Hotels has made a name for itself through attentive service and innovative practices. We are a proud family business operating for three generations. With 19 properties across Canada (and counting), we bring guests iconic style and ultimate comfort through our Le Germain, Alt and Escad hotels. Recognized as one of the 50 best-managed companies in the country, we take pride in the emotional connection that we forge with our guests, our team members and our surrounding communities. With us, one thing is certain: the well-being of our guests is our priority. Visit: Germain Hotels About CDPQ At CDPQ, we invest constructively to generate sustainable returns over the long term. As a global investment group managing funds for public pension and insurance plans, we work alongside our partners to build enterprises that drive performance and progress. We are active in the major financial markets, private equity, infrastructure, real estate and private debt. As of December 31, 2024, CDPQ's net assets totalled CAD 473 billion. For more information about CDPQ, visit consult our LinkedIn or Instagram pages, or follow us on X. CDPQ is a registered trademark owned by Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec and licensed for use by its subsidiaries. About the Fonds de solidarité FTQ The Fonds de solidarité FTQ is a source of pride in Québec, fulfilling its mission through a unique business model founded over 40 years ago. Since then, the Fonds has rallied Québec into action thanks to the retirement savings of 795,374 shareholders-savers. With net assets of $21.7 billion as at November 30, 2024, the Fonds supports close to 4,000 companies, both directly and indirectly through venture and development capital investments based on the belief that impact is created as much by financial as societal returns. For more information, visit or our company page on LinkedIn . About Investissement Québec Investissement Québec's mission is to play an active role in Québec's economic development by stimulating business innovation, entrepreneurship, and business acquisitions, as well as growth in investment and exports. Operating in all the province's administrative regions, the Corporation supports the creation and growth of businesses of all sizes with investments and customized financial solutions. It also assists businesses by providing consulting services and other support measures, including technological assistance available from Investissement Québec Innovation. In addition, through Investissement Québec International, the Corporation prospects for talent and foreign investment, and assists Québec businesses with export activities.
