Canalta Hotels Expands Alberta Presence with Rebrand of Olds and Wainwright Properties

Family-owned Western Canadian hospitality brand expands its footprint with elevated guest experiences at two reimagined locations

CALGARY, AB, April 2, 2026 /CNW/ - Canadian-owned and operated hospitality brand Canalta Hotels (Canalta) is continuing its steady growth across Western Canada with the rebranding of two Alberta properties in Olds and Wainwright. Formerly operating as Ramada locations, both hotels have officially transitioned to the Canalta brand, bringing with them an elevated guest experience, enhanced amenities, and expanded loyalty benefits all while marking another milestone in the company's growth.

Elevated Guest Experience Underway

Canalta has built a reputation for delivering reliable, quality accommodations tailored to the needs of travellers across Western Canada. (CNW Group/Canalta Hotels)

New outdoor patio and BBQ spaces, coming summer 2026, will offer guests a more social, comfortable stay, particularly for extended visits and group travel. (CNW Group/Canalta Hotels)

As part of the transition to Canalta, both properties will undergo a series of enhancements, including new TVs, mattresses, refreshed bedding and signature Canalta in-room amenities. Looking ahead, both hotels are slated for comprehensive renovations over the next two years. Planned upgrades will refresh and modernize public spaces and guest rooms and include the addition of outdoor patio and BBQ spaces at each location.

Says Brooke Christianson, Vice President, Canalta Hotels, "We're very excited about what's ahead for these properties. From immediate upgrades to long-term renovations, this rollout reflects our commitment to continually improving the guest experience in meaningful, tangible ways."

Rooted in more than 50 years of family ownership, Canalta has grown from a single motor inn into a portfolio of more than 40 properties across Western Canada. Conveniently located along key Alberta travel corridors, both properties are well-positioned to serve business travellers, work crews, families, and sports teams.

Loyalty That Gives More Back

Canalta is advancing its Million Tree Project, an initiative to plant one tree for every room night stayed with a long-term goal of reaching one million trees. From April 1–30, guests can redeem points to plant trees at half the usual cost, with Canalta tripling its impact by planting three trees for every redemption.

To date, the Million Tree Project has led to the planting of more than 436,363 trees and $1.2 million invested in reforestation efforts across Alberta and Saskatchewan.

The rebrands also brings expanded access to Canalta Rewards.

Property Details

The Canalta Hotel in Olds features 98 guest rooms, including 13 suites, along with amenities such as a complimentary breakfast room, conference space, indoor pool, hot tub, waterslide, steam room, fitness centre, and guest laundry.

The Canalta Hotel in Wainwright offers 83 guest rooms, including 26 suites, as well as a breakfast room, conference facilities, indoor pool, hot tub, waterslide, fitness centre, and guest laundry.

For more information on rewards or to book a stay, visit canaltahotels.com.

About Canalta Hotels

Since 1974, Canalta Hotels' founders, Cam and Sharlene Christianson, along with their sons Blair and Brooke Christianson, have dedicated their professional lives to building a genuine company grounded in hard work and service excellence. What began as a single motor inn in Stettler, Alberta, has grown into a network of more than 40 properties employing more than 3000 people across Western Canada.

For more information, visit canaltahotels.com.

SOURCE Canalta Hotels

Media Relations Contact: Rachel Redmond, For Canalta, [phone], [email protected]