Jennifer Birmingham | Source | Owner at The Bruce Hotel
Jennifer Birmingham
Jennifer is a hospitality expert with a background in drama from Queen’s University. She began her career with The Butternut Tree, which was featured in The Best Places to B&B in Ontario. She then launched Touchstone Manor, earning the CAA/AAA Four Diamond award in its second season. In 2014, she opened The Bruce Hotel in Stratford, which earned CAA/AAA Five Diamond status by 2023. Actively engaged in her community, Jennifer has served on the boards of the Stratford Festival and Stratford Summer Music, and currently contributes to the Transplant Campaign at Toronto General & Western Hospital Foundation and Stratford’s BIA. Her deep community involvement enhances her dedication to creating exceptional, inclusive hospitality experiences.
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The Bruce Hotel in Stratford, Ontario is one of the few fully aaccessible hotels in the world.
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"Naming my third property, The Bruce Hotel, took months, even though the perfect name was right in front of me. For many, "The Bruce" evokes the Ontario wilderness. For me, it's a tribute to my father, who passed away in 2010. My father, Bruce, was humble yet impactful. A businessman, philanthropist, and mentor, he left a legacy of kindness and generosity. He was a voracious reader, a sports enthusiast, and loved both gourmet meals and simple treats. He accompanied me to Stratford Festival openings, always reluctantly wearing a tuxedo.
In As You Like It, Rosalind says, “Thou art thy father’s daughter.” I am, and nothing makes me prouder. The Bruce Hotel stands as a testament to his enduring legacy."
