Airlines
WestJet, SAS expand codeshare with new Halifax-Copenhagen connection
WestJet and Scandinavian Airlines System (SAS) have expanded their codeshare partnership for the second time in three months, providing guests on both sides of the Atlantic with more seamless travel options to explore all of Scandinavia and Canada this summer. WestJet guests can now book travel to Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland via the airline's non-stop service between Halifax and Copenhagen with the convenience of a single ticket, baggage transfers and the ability to earn WestJet Rewards throughout. The addition is particularly exciting for guests based...
Porter Airlines to be launch carrier at new Montreal Metropolitan Airport
Porter Airlines is set to transform air travel in Montreal by bringing its elevated passenger experience to the revitalized Montreal Metropolitan Airport (MET). Service begins on June 15, with 12 routes being introduced across Canada. Passengers flying from MET will step into a unique, modern terminal featuring an open concept departure lounge with comfortable seating throughout. YHU Infrastructure Partners developed and operates the new terminal, focusing on creating a more enjoyable airport experience that puts passengers at ease. Its compact and efficient design saves travellers...
Greater Montreal to have its second airport with June 15 opening of new terminal
YHU Infrastructure Partners (YHU Terminal) and MET – Montreal Metropolitan Airport (MET) have announced that the new terminal will officially open on June 15, 2026. The introduction of commercial flights at MET will be a major advantage for Greater Montreal passengers, who can look forward to an accessible, efficient and user-friendly airport, while offering competitive operating conditions for airlines. Once opened, the terminal will host the operations of Porter Airlines and Pascan Aviation, offering flights connecting Canadian destinations from coast to coast. The terminal will...
Air Canada, Jazz Aviation issue updates on Flight AC8646 accident at LaGuardia
An Air Canada Jazz flight was involved in an accident with a rescue and firefighting vehicle as it was landing at LaGuardia Airport on March 22, 2026. In an update on Air Canada said that Flight AC8646, operated by Air Canada Express carrier, Jazz Aviation LP (Jazz), originated from Montréal. The preliminary passenger list indicates the airplane was carrying approximately 72 passengers and four crew members, although this is subject to confirmation. The incident occurred at approximately 11:30 pm. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey confirmed that the pilot and the...
Canadian North pilots reach tentative deal
Canadian North pilots -- represented by the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) -- have reached a tentative agreement with Canadian North management after over six months of negotiating their seventh collective agreement. Over the next few weeks, the agreement will be shared with the entire pilot group, then a member ratification vote will take place. Canadian North Master Executive Council chair First Officer Steven Bard said that: “Until now, Canadian North pilots lagged behind other ALPA carriers in scheduling and compensation. This tentative agreement recognizes the...
Aeromexico connecting Mexico with the world
Aeromexico is adding planes and routes alike this year, while touting an on-time record that it says is unequalled. Jose Zapata, the airline's vice-president of sales for the United States, Canada and Latin America, told a Thursday webinar that his carrier now has 166 planes, with plans to add an additional 5 this year. Three of the new planes will be 737-Max 8s, while the other two will be 787-9s. Zapata added that his airline now has one of the youngest fleets in the industry. This year will also see the carrier -- which now has a network that includes Montreal, Toronto and...
BermudAir updates summer schedule, with more service from Toronto, Montreal
BermudAir has released details of its updated 2026 summer schedule – which runs from May 25 to Sept. 3 -- and is now offering six times weekly from Toronto, twice weekly service from Montreal and twice weekly flights from Halifax. It is also offering daily service from Boston and New York. With the additions, BermudAir now operates a total of 29 weekly flights from its nine North American gateways. Adam Scott, Founder & CEO of BermudAir, said that: “2026 represents BermudAir’s third summer schedule and it’s incredible that we now offer daily service from Boston and the...
Air Canada expands Landline coach service
Air Canada has renewed its agreement with The Landline Company to extend the popular, luxury motorcoach service to the Ontario communities of Niagara, Sarnia and Muskoka, linking them directly with the airline’s global hub at Toronto Pearson International Airport beginning June 15, 2026. As well the carrier also announced added frequencies on Landline’s existing motorcoach services for Kingston and Kitchener-Waterloo. This summer, Landline will operate 26 daily departures to and from Toronto Pearson across six Ontario communities, expanding regional connectivity and deepening...