All work and no play makes us all very dull. The management staffs at the Quality Hotel Vancouver - "The Inn at False Creek" and the Summerland Waterfront Resort in Summerland BC, met in late October to take a break from the office and re-energize, re-group and re-coup from the busy summer season. The two day event provided an opportunity for staff members to team build with one another and develop creative ideas on how to communicate, problem solve and tackle daily routine in innovative ways. The weekend included a session with motivational speaker, Anita Bakker, and exercises with Ellen Walker Matthews who had us building towers out of newspaper! We visited a winery, had dinner at Vanilla Pod where we all decided we loved their 'Sushi Pizza' and of course visits to the onsite spa 'Beyond Wrapture'. The highlight was the 'Appetizer Cookoff' contest where staff members from each hotel were paired together to create magic. The delicious and unique Tomato Towers created by Jason and Michelle, unfortunately did not get the respect they deserved. Apple Pie, the all time classic was the crowd pleaser that night! Congratulations to Leslie and James. Some of our best ideas came to us after the wine, as you can see. Please check out the Summerland Waterfront Resort to plan your Corporate Retreat.

The 19th Annual Vancouver Tourism Awards took place Wedensday October 29, 2008 and The "Inn at False Creek" - Quality Hotel Downtown was proud to have 11 staff members nominated for awards: Eva Csipke, Jacob Matthews, Stephen Lavigne, Frank Grant, Harpreet Dhaliwal, Melvine Torres, Alnoor Shariff, Enisa Grebovic, Jim Stobbe, Christopher Ha and of course Leanne Bing. This Gala Breakfast is an opportunity to recongnize the individuals who have been nominated throughout the year for the oustanding service. Three of our many nominated staff members atteneded this year's function, and two won prizes. Eva Csipke won a gift certificate to Hermitage Restaurant and Stephen Lavigne was the winner of the Grand Prize Whistler Getaway. These two are well deserved winners and we are very proud of all the staff who worked so hard throughout the year to help make each guests' stay a memerable one.

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The "Inn at False Creek" - Quality Hotel Downtown is proud to support the Weekend to End Breast Cancer. Staff Memeber Michelle Johnson and her friends, Cindy Charlebois, Tammie Thiessen and Tina Bernard walked the 60km and raised over $8,000 for cancer research. The weekend was a success and in total raised over $4.1 million dollars. Please read full press release below. 1,600 RAISE OVER $4.1 MILLION FOR BREAST CANCER IN 60-KM WALK Breast cancer research, treatment and care at the BC Cancer Agency to benefit from millions raised in two-day walk. (Sept. 6, 2008, Vancouver) Today, the BC Cancer Foundation announced that 1,600 participants raised over $4.1 million in its fifth annual Weekend to End Breast Cancer. The Vancouver-based event is the largest breast cancer fundraiser in British Columbia. Events in 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007 generated net revenue of over $13 million. The sixth annual Weekend to End Breast Cancer is already planned for August 14 -16, 2009. After an uplifting opening ceremony at the UBC Rugby Field, participants embarked on the first 30 km of their walk through the city. Tonight, they camp at Killarney Park where Biff Naked will be performing while they rest-up and prepare for Sunday’s final 30 km. Their weekend journey ends with an emotional Closing Ceremony at the UBC Thunderbird Stadium at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday. Family, friends, and supporters are invited to greet and cheer on the Walkers as they make their way to the finish. “Everyone participating this weekend is a true hero in the fight against breast cancer. Yesterday, we had more than 80 kids join us for our first-ever KidsK™ benefiting the BC Cancer Foundation, a 2.5km/5km walk and they raised over $20,000 for research into childhood cancers at the BC Cancer Agency,” says Nick Locke, Senior Vice President of Development at the BC Cancer Foundation. “It’s great to see so many youth take such a strong initiative and make a real impact on critical cancer research in this province. We hope everyone will help us make next year’s event just as successful by registering now for the 2009 Weekend to End Breast Cancer.” “The Weekend to End Breast Cancer® benefiting the BC Cancer Foundation is helping us build a world-class breast cancer research program in British Columbia. Thanks to these walkers and their donors we’ve acquired specialized equipment and funds for research projects that otherwise would not be happening here in B.C.,” says Dr. Sam Aparicio, head of breast cancer research at the BC Cancer Agency. Weekend to End Breast Cancer funding of over $13 million over the past four years has played a crucial role in many projects at the BC Cancer Agency. Over this past year the funds have been used to support breast clinical trials across the province, the establishment of a Chair in Breast Reconstructive Surgery and a new international research study that will result in a better understanding of the many different types of breast cancer, leading to more targeted treatments and improved breast cancer survival rates. The Weekend to End Breast Cancer benefits the BC Cancer Foundation, which raises funds to support research and enhancements to care at the BC Cancer Agency, an international leader in the fight against cancer. The BC Cancer Agency has developed a breast cancer research program built on its unique strength in translational research and its province-wide cancer control system. The BC Cancer Agency is also dedicated to early detection of breast cancer — a critical factor in improving patient outcomes. With cancer survival rates better than any other province in Canada, the BC Cancer Agency has become a model for cancer care and control around the world. For more information about the event, or to register as a participant for next year, contact (604) 684-WALK (9255), or sign up online at www.endcancer.ca. Visit Opening Ceremonies, Camp or Closing Ceremonies and register on-site for 2009!

Sir, Our stay in the hotel was the very best! your staff (if I may use that title) were the very nicest we have seen in years. I have traveled with my husband for a long time for his job and this was a vacation. I can't Thank-you enough. Gannet was so great all of you were.Please forward this note to you headquarter as I did not find a sight for the and give yourselves a big round of applause. K.H / Whitehall Montana

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The "Inn at False Creek"-Quality Hotel sent Heather Westling from MyTravel Retail, on her dream vacation with her prize, a $2000 Holiday Voucher.

Very few Vancouver hotels have an outdoor pool like ours! This heated pool is furnished with beautiful hanging flower baskets, chaise loungers and is gated for your privacy. Enjoy the sunshine, relax and work on your tan all summer long. Pool is open everyday from 8:30 am - 10:00 pm