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Hyatt Regency Calgary is taking Hyatt Loves Local to the next level by participating in an ongoing collaboration with Calgary Community Fridge, a project that provides fresh groceries on a “give what you can, take what you need” basis.

This summer of 2021, the hotel will be growing and harvesting its own vegetables and greens on its rooftop garden to be donated to the community fridge. Hyatt Regency Calgary will then identify a special group of Harvest Gatherers composed of locally-based World of Hyatt members including local food bloggers, meeting planners and corporate partners. This group will be invited to the hotel when it’s time to harvest the produce and will also be involved in safely packaging the items that will be donated to the Calgary Community Fridge. The Harvest Gatherers will be briefed on food safety and wear protective gear prior to harvesting. The number of invited volunteers will be based on the group gathering restrictions implemented by the local government at the time.

In terms of dropping off the packaged produce, this will be executed by the hotel’s executive sous chef and/or a member of the Leadership Committee.

The first harvest is expected in June 2021 and will last until early Fall, which marks the end of the growing season in Calgary. This commitment will continue on a yearly basis from then on. 

About Calgary Community Fridge

Calgary Community Fridge is a mutual aid project aimed at addressing food equity in Calgary by helping those facing financial insecurity access free, fresh and healthy food 24/7. Since the pandemic hit, the program needed more support than ever due to the increasing need to provide fresh and healthy foods to community members who are financially struggling because of job loss. 

Hyatt Regency Calgary has always been committed to fostering a culture of environmental consciousness among our colleagues.

Listed below are a few of the environmental initiatives embraced by the hotel in an effort to continue minimizing our impact on the environment, while providing great service to our guests and clients.

• Progressive 95% off all lights in the hotel are LED
• Complete compost and recycling program in which diverts 40% of hotel waste away from a landfill
• Reduced water consumption by 25%
• Reduced energy consumption by 25%
• Installed filtered tap water in guestroom bathrooms to reduce use of plastic bottles
• Grow own vegetables and herbs in the hotel’s rooftop garden
• Promote sustainability by sourcing fresh, locally produced ingredients from regional farmers and ranchers in Alberta
• Cleanliness and safety partnership with toxin-free natural skin care brand Rocky Mountain Soap Company
• Member of the Green Key Eco-Rating Program

Hyatt Regency Calgary has been recognized as a TripAdvisor Traveler's Choice winner for 2020. Award winners are known for consistenly receiving great traveler feedback which places this historical hotel amongst the top 10% of hospitality businesses around the globe.

Apart from the Traveler's Choice award, Hyatt Regency Calgary continues to be a recipient of the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence award. In 2019, the hotel was inducted into TripAdvisor's Hall of Fame for continuously receiving praises and reviews for outstanding accommodations and service. We look forward to continuing this tradition.

Don’t want to miss an episode? Stream content to your in-room TV with Google Chromecast, available via the Hyatt app downloadable in the App Store and Google Play.

Connect and stream your favorite apps like Netflix®, YouTube®, Spotify® and more than 1,000 others, from your iPhone®, iPad®, Android device, or laptop to your in-room TV.

Chromecast is easy to use throughout your stay: 

• No need to enter a code or personal credentials.
• No need to own a Chromecast device or bring one along.
• Stream photos, videos, and presentations.
• Entertainment is supported in virtually any language.
• You’ll automatically be logged out when you check out. 

Who can use Chromecast?

Chromecast and other special features within the Hyatt app are available to World of Hyatt members and guests who book direct on hyatt.com.

How does it work? 

Once you’ve checked in to your room, select the My Stay option within the Hyatt app to pair your device to your in-room TV, then choose any supported app to begin streaming.

Thomsons at Hyatt Regency Calgary has reopened after completing its contemporary transformation. Formerly called Sandstone Lounge, the new Thomsons Kitchen & Bar offers Canadian cookery presented in a contemporary manner. The menu is focused on shared plates that are ingredient driven with sections dedicated to innovative yet comforting vegetable-forward cuisines and hearty mains.  It has been redefined as a mixed-use destination for casual dining, after-work drinks and celebrations.

Despite its redesign, the award-winning outlet retained its original sandstone walls and brick archways from the 1890s showcasing the history and tradition of Alberta. The renewed and modernized Thomsons currently offers three incomparable food and beverage experiences: an innovative restaurant with an exciting menu offering Canadian dishes prepared in a modern way; a bold and stylish bar serving a well-thought of selection of wines, beers and specialty cocktails; and a Social Hub dedicated to hosting weddings, corporate parties and private events. 

For more information, please visit the website’s Dining and Special Events pages.