Chamber
ontario
Stage
Introduced
This Ontario bill officially designates February 23 each year as Hospitality Workers Appreciation Day.
Key Changes
- Officially proclaims February 23 as Hospitality Workers Appreciation Day in Ontario every year
- Comes into force immediately upon receiving Royal Assent
- Adds a named recognition day to Ontario's calendar for the hospitality sector
Gotchas
- This is a symbolic proclamation only — it does not create a paid or statutory holiday for hospitality workers
- The bill does not require any government programs, events, or spending to mark the day
- No enforcement mechanism or penalties are included, as none are needed for a proclamation day
Who's Affected
- Hospitality workers (restaurant, hotel, catering, and event venue employees)
- Hospitality industry businesses and employers
- General public and tourism sector
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Gotchas
- This is a symbolic proclamation only — it does not create a paid or statutory holiday for hospitality workers
- The bill does not require any government programs, events, or spending to mark the day
- No enforcement mechanism or penalties are included, as none are needed for a proclamation day
Summary
Bill 67 is a short proclamation bill that sets aside February 23 as Hospitality Workers Appreciation Day in Ontario. It recognizes the contributions of people who work in restaurants, hotels, event venues, catering companies, and related services across the province. The bill was introduced to give formal recognition to hospitality workers, who the preamble notes are often overlooked despite playing an important role in the economy, local communities, and tourism. The bill received Royal Assent and is now law in Ontario. This is a symbolic designation — it does not create a statutory holiday, change employment rules, or require any specific activities to take place on that date.
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Recorded Votes
| Date | Description | Yeas | Nays | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 1, 2025 | Second Reading of Bill 67, An Act to proclaim Hospitality Workers Appreciation Day. | 105 | 0 | Carried |