School of Hospitality and Tourism
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To be the best, you have to train with the best, and that’s exactly what you’ll find here at the School of Hospitality and Tourism.
We’re proud to be recognized as the number one hospitality management school and the number one culinary school in Canada, and as one of the best hospitality schools in the world by CEOWORLD Magazine and QS World University Rankings.
Why SAIT?
No matter your program, you’ll gain a competitive advantage with our innovative approach to hands-on learning.
Our instructors are leaders and trailblazers in the industry, showcasing their diverse backgrounds and wealth of experience.
Depending on your path, you’ll apply your knowledge in one of our unique live classrooms, from fine dining at the Highwood Kitchen + Bar to trip-planning at Destinations, North America’s only student-run travel centre.
Our strong industry partnerships ensure we stay relevant in this dynamic, fast-paced industry.
Together, these elements create an education that will prepare you to work in hospitality and lead in it too.
I received a lot of positive feedback from instructors on my approach to hard work and leadership skills. Recognizing that I did have the skillset needed, from cooking to customer service, I really saw how far I'd come over the course of the program.
Nancy Bezaire
SAIT alumnagraduate employment rate
of graduates are satisfied with the quality of teaching
of hospitality and tourism graduates would recommend SAIT
Culinary programs
For you, food is more than a necessity; it’s a way of life.
You’re all about discovering new flavours and concepts and looking for the next big trend. Whether cooking nutritious and palate-pleasing fare, understanding the science behind baking, or applying your creativity in a fine-dining setting, you see food as connecting people, cultures, and customs.
You thrive in a fast-paced, exciting environment and seek to challenge yourself wherever you can.
At SAIT, you can apply your talent in many of our live classrooms and venues. Plus, you’ll gain practical knowledge of culinary management, opening doors to careers both in and out of the kitchen in a dynamic industry that has a global reach.
Hospitality and tourism programs
You’re the one your friends call when there’s an event to plan, or maybe you take the lead when organizing a weekend getaway.
For you, there’s nothing better than rolling out the welcome mat, adding those small touches, and providing the experience of a lifetime.
You're business-oriented, and your interpersonal skills are as strong as your organizational ones.
As a SAIT student, you’ll gain valuable practical experience in a hands-on learning environment, allowing you to transform your passions into a rewarding professional career in the hospitality industry that can take you anywhere in the world.
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Our Instructors
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Live Labs and Classrooms
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About Us
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The latest news from our students, alumni, staff, industry partners and more.
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Peek inside Santa's workshop #HereAtSAIT
With skills and expertise in trade, tech, hospitality, health and business, we have the ticket #HereatSAIT to ensure holiday cheer for Santa and his team of hard-working elves.
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$30 million gift establishes a world-class hospitality and tourism opportunity in a world-class setting
A gift from the Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation supports tourism educational excellence, community well-being and industry sustainability.
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Contact us
School of Hospitality and Tourism
E.H. Crandell Building G230, SAIT Main Campus
1301 16 Ave. NW
Calgary, AB T2M 0L4
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Phone - 403.284.8612
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Email - hospitality.info@sait.ca
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Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
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SAIT is located on the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of Treaty 7 which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut’ina and the Îyârhe Nakoda of Bearspaw, Chiniki and Goodstoney.
We are situated in an area the Blackfoot tribes traditionally called Moh’kinsstis, where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. We now call it the city of Calgary, which is also home to the Métis Nation of Alberta.