Patrick Béland
VP, Technology & Marketing
Co-founder of Reserver.ca. Patrick leads the platform, marketing and editorial strategy behind the blog. He writes tourism and owner guides based on what the team applies daily across 90+ managed chalets in Quebec.
Articles
Laundry service for Airbnb rentals in Quebec (2026) · Reserver.ca
Sheets, towels and turnover laundry between guests: Airbnb standards, timing, costs and coordination with cleaning for CITQ chalets in Quebec.
6 min
Airbnb reservation manager: role and fees (2026) · Reserver.ca
Booking coordination, guest messaging, pricing and cleaning for CITQ chalets — when to hire a reservation manager.
7 min
Insurance for Airbnb and chalet rentals in Quebec (2026) · Reserver.ca
Home insurance, liability and platform protection for short-term rental owners — overview, not legal or insurance advice.
9 min
Routine maintenance for rental chalets in Quebec (2026) · Reserver.ca
Preventive upkeep, seasonal inspections and maintenance logs for Quebec Airbnb and CITQ chalet owners.
8 min
Collaborative economy and short-term rentals in Quebec (2026) · Reserver.ca
Sharing economy platforms and tourist rentals: Bill 67, CITQ registration and owner responsibilities on Airbnb and beyond.
7 min
Catering services for Quebec chalets and Airbnb stays (2026) · Reserver.ca
Private chefs, local caterers and group menus for chalet stays — logistics, food safety and coordination with property management.
7 min
Fall getaways in Mont-Tremblant: 6 must-do activities (2026) · Reserver.ca
Fall foliage, hiking, gondola rides, Tonga Lumina and Laurentian villages — plan a Mont-Tremblant autumn trip with CITQ-registered chalets.
8 min
Being a great Airbnb host for Quebec chalets (2026) · Reserver.ca
Communication, check-in, house rules and five-star reviews for a CITQ chalet in the Laurentians — practical owner guide.
8 min
Inbound marketing for direct chalet bookings (2026) · Reserver.ca
Content, local SEO, lead magnets and email to attract guests off OTAs — inbound strategy for Quebec CITQ chalet owners.
8 min
Airbnb calendar sync and iCal for chalets (2026) · Reserver.ca
Sync Airbnb, Vrbo and direct booking without double bookings: iCal export, import lag and best practices for CITQ owners.
7 min
CITQ sanitation standards for short-term rentals (2026) · Reserver.ca
Cleaning, disinfection, linens and CITQ registry for a compliant Quebec chalet — sanitary obligations without unnecessary legal jargon.
8 min
Influencers and short-term rentals in Quebec (2026) · Reserver.ca
Creator collaborations, advertising disclosure and contracts for CITQ chalets — avoid penalties and protect your listing.
7 min
Fill your Airbnb chalet calendar in low season (2026) · Reserver.ca
Flexible rates, mid-week stays, packages and market data to book quiet weeks on a Quebec CITQ chalet.
8 min
Passive income with a rental chalet in Quebec (2026) · Reserver.ca
How Quebec chalet owners generate passive-style income from short-term rentals: professional management, CITQ compliance, realistic net revenue — not stock dividends.
7 min
Interior design for Airbnb rental chalets in Quebec (2026) · Reserver.ca
Furnish a rental chalet for photos and reviews: neutral palette, durable textiles, layered lighting and a signature space — without over-decorating.
7 min
Rental market studies: reading chalet Airbnb data in Quebec (2026) · Reserver.ca
How to interpret a short-term rental market study for a Quebec chalet: occupancy, rates, seasonality, comps and average traps — with our 2026 market data edition.
8 min
Scandinavian design for Quebec chalets (2026) · Reserver.ca
Adapt Scandinavian design to a Quebec rental chalet: light, wood, warm minimalism, durable textiles and guest-ready layouts for Airbnb and CITQ lodging.
6 min
Airbnb lodging safety and vacant chalet security in Quebec (2026) · Reserver.ca
Locks, detectors, insurance and CITQ safety norms for short-term rental and vacant chalets in Quebec — practical owner guide, not alarm product sales.
8 min
Airbnb cleaning fees in Quebec: pricing and best practices (2026) · Reserver.ca
How cleaning fees work on Airbnb for a Quebec chalet: who pays, how to set the fee, tax context and turnover coordination with CITQ lodging.
7 min
Best spas in the Laurentians (2026): nordic baths & hot tubs · Reserver.ca
Where to soak in the Laurentians in 2026: Scandinave Mont-Tremblant, Polar Bear's Club, Ofuro and more — plus chalets with a private hot tub.
8 min
15 Laurentians beaches — public, free & paid spots near Montreal (2026) · Reserver.ca
Where to swim in the Laurentians near Montreal in 2026: public beaches, Lac Tremblant, Sainte-Agathe, Oka and more — plus vetted chalets with lake or beach access.
8 min
P'tit Train du Nord cycling guide (2026) · Reserver.ca
Everything you need to ride Le P'tit Train du Nord in 2026: official map (PDF), distances, parking, plus our pick of chalets within 5 km of the trail.
7 min
Airbnb rules in the Laurentians: management guide (2026) · Reserver.ca
CITQ, municipal bylaws, noise and parking — what Laurentians STR hosts must know in Mont-Tremblant, Sainte-Agathe, Val-David and surrounding MRCs.
8 min
Quebec short-term rental law: Bill 67, CITQ & taxes (2026) · Reserver.ca
Short-term rental legislation in Quebec (2026): definition (under 31 nights), Bill 67, CITQ registration, 3.5% lodging tax, municipal bylaws and penalties for Airbnb and chalet owners.
10 min