Monday, February 4, 2013
GroupVachon coming to the Crowsnest Pass
Available at http://www.crowsnestpass.com/
Media Release
Crowsnest Pass soon to be home to signature hotel and commercial area
“New 50-75 room hotel will include pool, hot tub, restaurant and meeting spaces”
CROWSNEST PASS (February 4th , 2013) - Crowsnest Council is very pleased with the announcement this week of the proposed development of a 50 - 75 room hotel and complementing services in Blairmore. “This is a very exciting initiative for us,” says Mayor Bruce Decoux. “Council has worked very hard to bring this project to fruition and we are certain that it will generate many positive dividends for our community.”
The hotel, which will be located at the intersection of Highway 3 and 20th Avenue is to see construction commence in 2013 and will include a pool, hot tub, breakfast area and meeting spaces. It will also be accompanied by a complementing restaurant and sports bar and an enhanced commercial area development. Developer Medican and Group Vachon described the location of the hotel and commercial area development as “one of the most strategic locations in the southern travel corridor of the majestic Rocky Mountains.”
“Council is very pleased that we arrived at a place where we can now move forward with the development process," said Mayor Decoux. “Council and Administration have delivered on their commitment to address the Crowsnest Centre site issue,” added Mayor Decoux.
Medican Construction and Group Vachon’s vision for the project is to create a signature hotel and commercial area that will allow tourists to enjoy the numerous outdoor activities available within the Crowsnest Pass and also to create the primary rest area location between Lethbridge and Fernie, B.C. “We are extremely pleased to be able to work with the
Municipality of Crowsnest Pass to bring this hotel and commercial development forward,” said Bill Cooper, Medican’s vice president of Sales and Marketing.
The hotel project is just one part of Council commitment to the Municipality’s strategic plan which—among other things—focuses on diversifying Crownest’s local economy. A hotel feasibility study was undertaken by the municipality as a way of building confidence in a hotel project. Christopher Vachon of Group Vachon said “When you look at the feasibility study and some of the things that are going on in the Crowsnest Pass, you can’t help but get excited about this development.
"The recommendation to complete a hotel feasibility study put forward by our Chief Administrative Officer and supported by Council, proved to be an invaluable asset in attracting a signature hotel and other supporting development for the site," said Mayor Decoux.
Media inquiries may be directed to:
Myron Thompson
Chief Administrative Officer
403-563-2201
http://groupvachon.com
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Any relation to Rogie?
So far so good. A company emerging fresh from serious financial troubles partners with a hotel development company, quite a credible company, who will now need to find someone to actually finance a hotel development. The sooner they do this, the sooner the bulldozer will show up at the site. Hopefully, the municipality did not commit any public funds up front for demolition. This will look better once the details of the deal become public. After all, they are dealing with a public property. Hoping for the best.
I am very happy, my only concern is the 2013 construction commencement date. Isn't this the same Mayor who said "before the first snowfall"
If this development happens they deserve credit for the work they put forth. At this time Dean i will thank you and the former counsellors who had the foresight and guts to close the learning center to make this all possible. Its unfortunate the public didnt have the foresight to let you guys finish what you started.
Good news, but the press release does not look strong. The "Old Lady" asks: Where is the beef?
“Council is very pleased that we arrived at a place where we can now move forward with the development process," said Mayor Decoux.
Does "arrived at a place" mean a contract has been signed? And with whom, exactly, Medican and/or Group Vachon ?
From the link
http://groupvachon.com/
"Diane has been a professional real estate investor for nearly ten years. Passionate about homes and design, flipping houses, originally a hobby became a business ..."
It is good news.
Thanks to Dean and the other 3 of the fab 4 for setting this up.
This press release is very vague.
50 - 75 rooms, so they do not even know what they are going to build.
Construction to commence in 2013- That is an 11 month window.
So now it is all about the details. Will council or administration release these.Why not post the contract on the CNP website so that we may all check out for ourselves what the deal is. It would end all of the rumours and speculation that are sure to follow.
http://www.expressvoyage.ca/reportages.php?&sequence_no=25899
Jeudi, 23 juillet 2009
GERMAIN GETS NEW GM
"Groupe Germain welcomes Christopher Vachon as General Manager of Hôtel Le Germain Calgary"
http://www.globalregina.com/trial+set+in+girls+death/71326/story.html
February 19, 2010
"Chris Vachon, speaking on behalf of Germain Residences and Grenville-Germain, said the matter 'is essentially in the hands of their lawyers and insurance companies.'
'We await the upcoming trial, and the position stated by our lawyer is not guilty,' said Vachon, general manager for the hotel complex."
http://www.globalnews.ca/two+companies+plead+guilty+to+regulatory+charges+after+death+of+calgary+girl/95112/story.html
February 07, 2011
GROUP VACHON INC. Named Alberta Corporation
Incorporated 2011 FEB 01
Registered Address: 16 SADDLECREST PK NE, CALGARY ALBERTA, T3J 5E7.
No: 2015849678.
http://www.okotoks.ca/data/1/rec_docs/1906_MPC_Agenda_Package_-_November_17,_2011.pdf
"A report has been provided by Group Vachon identifying the different peak demands and anticipated sharing of parking spaces."
Do this mean that Diane is going to flip the land??????
5:37 I have no idea.
5:54 I hope we the taxpayers are not footing the bill for the bull dozer
6:01 Come October they will either be hero's or bullsh##ters
Peter and 9:01 thanks for your comments I appreciate those very much.
Groupvachon sounds to me like somebody that finds hotels and develops them for other people.
9:21 It's good to get information on who this community is going to be working with. A couple of those links involve a very sad story.
What chain is Group Vachon I have been staying in hotels for fifty years. I have never heard of Hotel Vachon, or the Vachon chain??
We have a builder who can build a hotel and a hotel Promotion and Management Company - all we need is someone with a cheque book. The sooner they proclaim funding has been secured, the sooner this circus will be put to bed.
When I see the building going up then I will believe it.
Until then it is just a pipe dream. It is not like these are the first Promoters to come to the Pass.
Dean do you remember the following:
Bridgecreek Group of Companies Announces Radisson Suites at RiverRun in Crowsnest Pass
Calgary, AB | February 20, 2008
Bridgecreek Development Corporation announces today a partnership with Carlson Hotels Worldwide to build Western Canada's first Radisson Suites Hotel at the company's RiverRun resort community in Crowsnest Pass. The Radisson Suites at RiverRun will anchor the 52-acre resort community and feature a lifestyle area including swimming pool, a restaurant, and other modern amenties anticipated by today's seasoned traveler.
"We're very excited about this partnership with Radisson and for the tourism opportunities it will bring to the Crownest area," said Colin Becker, President of Bridgecreek Group of Companies. "Visitors will soon have a modern basecamp for exploring the area all year long and we look forward to introducing the splendour of Crownest Pass to those who have not yet been fortunate enough to experience it first-hand," he said.
Construction of the 200-room all-suite property is expected to commence October 2008 with an anticipated completion of December 2009.
"This is an exciting opportunity to expand Radisson's presence in Canada and in such a premier, master-planned resort development as RiverRun," said David Oliver, vice president of development for Canada for Carlson Hotels Worldwide, parent company for Radisson Hotels & Resorts. "The hotel will be part of a unique location near a natural reserve that borders the Crowsnest River and Blairmore Creek and will provide Radisson guests with exceptional facilities and nearby outdoor activities including a ski hill, golf course and a full complement of amenities to make it a four season destination. We're thrilled about the chance to bring the benefits of the Radisson brand to this impressive property."
About RiverRun:
Set on 52 acres bordered by the clear waters of Crowsnest River and Blairmore Creek, RiverRun is a master-planned community designed to blend exquisitely with its natural surrounding and small-town setting. Stylish single-family homes, executive townhomes, condominiums and a small commercial district will be linked by a shoreline environmental reserve featuring a network of walking and cycling pathways.
About Radisson Hotels & Resorts:
Radisson Hotels & Resorts®, with nearly 400 Radisson locations in 66 countries, is one of the world's leading, full-service hotel companies. Radisson is a division of Carlson Hotels Worldwide, a global leader in the hotel industry encompassing five hotel brands and more than 960 hotels and resorts in 71 countries.
Canadian Radisson Hotels (www.radisson.com): Radisson President Hotel & Suites, Vancouver Airport; Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre Canmore; Radisson Hotel Calgary Airport; Radisson Hotel & Suites Fort McMurray; Radisson Plaza Hotel Saskatchewan, Regina; Radisson Hotel Saskatoon; Radisson Hotel Winnipeg Downtown; Radisson Riverfront Hotel Windsor; Radisson Hotel & Suites London; Radisson Hotel Kitchener; Radisson Hotel Toronto East; Radisson Suite Hotel Toronto Airport; Radisson Plaza Hotel Admiral Toronto - Harbourfront; Radisson Hotel & Suites Fallsview, Niagara Falls; Radisson Hotel Ottawa Parliament Hill; Radisson Hotel Kingston Harbourfront; Radisson Hotel Sudbury; Radisson Hotel Laval; and, the Radisson Suite Hotel Halifax.
Available at: http://www.carlson.com/news-and-media/news-releases.do?article=4406209
When Becker and Bradley were singing their story, they still had some money in the bank and no municipal land was on the line. The more things change, the more they stay the same.
Well of to the Elks Hall for some wine and cheese. It's great being part of the people that matter.
Another success story for the best council we have ever had.
Soon the manufacturing plant at the lakes and re-election for our team.
Misty Schitz
See you there Misty, let them eat "cake." The best council we have ever had. Are still on for Friday?
Finally I recalled the stopgap solution of a great princess who was told that the peasants had no bread, and who responded: "Let them eat brioche."
Friday works for me, where?
Misty Schitz
Well Misty, or is it Shi--y Mitts from picking up the Mayor's and Council's crap? --we'll wait and see who eats the "Crow" as it all unfolds. "People that matter" usually end up as no matter. You might as well have your fun now.
You know you history well! She was mistreated by historians of all stripes, happens all the time. Let’s meet at the phone booth at 6:30. Cheers.
Who is this misguided Misty? Sounds like she does not have a brain in her head, and a BIG crush on the lemmings or maybe the Mare himself.
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