Marie Pier Germain

For the Love of Winter

Welcome to Season Two of "For the Love of Winter," A weekly podcast that explores our cultural love affair with winter sports, the mountains, and of course the people who are shaped and forever changed by their love of winter.
This week, Kendra sits down with Marie Pier Germain of the Germain family, renowned for their contributions to Canada's hospitality industry. She shares insights into balancing motherhood with her professional life, working within a family business, and the importance of creating meaningful connections through hospitality. Marie Pier Germain discusses the unique challenges and rewards of expanding their hotel brand across Canada, from Montreal to Calgary and beyond, as well as her recent experience embracing winter activities to stay warm. With reflections on culture, language, and family values, this episode offers a rich and inspiring perspective on life, work, and finding balance in a 24/7 industry.

What is you love about winter? Is it the thrill, the beauty, the stillness? As Canadian’s winter is part of our DNA. The snowy season is something that unites from coast to coast. For The Love of Winter, is a podcast that celebrates Canada’s longest season.