Airlines
Air Canada postpones resumption of Cuba service to Nov. 1, 2026
Air Canada says it is postponing the resumption of its service between Canada and Cuba until Nov. 1, 2026. And the airline advises that its customers with travel booked between May 1 and Oct. 31, 2026, will be contacted directly with their travel options, including the option to change...
Air Canada earns recognition as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers
For the eighth time in a decade, Air Canada has been recognized as one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers in 2026. Arielle Meloul-Wechsler, Executive Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer and Public Affairs at Air Canada, said: “We’re proud to be recognized for our ongoing commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. This award spotlights how our employees, resource groups, champions, leaders, and community partners work together to build a more fair, equitable, and inclusive future where everyone feels they belong.” Air Canada continues to foster a more inclusive...
NACC report reveals economic potential of affordable air travel
A newly released study reports that Canada could boost its GDP by up to $15 billion, create up to 150,000 jobs, and unlock trade and productivity benefits, all while improving the affordability of air travel, by reducing the third-party taxes, fees, charges and regulations currently imposed on air travel. The landmark, peer-reviewed study – conducted by Oxera Consulting – was published by the National Airlines Council of Canada (NACC) which represents Canada’s largest passenger air carriers -- Air Canada, Air Transat, Jazz Aviation LP and WestJet. Entitled “Ready for...
Air Canada, Pegasus Airlines partner, expand Türkiye travel options
Air Canada and Pegasus Airlines have unveiled a new partnership that provides travellers more convenient access to Türkiye’s most in-demand destinations. Through a new interline agreement, Air Canada customers will be able to book travel on nine Pegasus-operated routes, offering smooth connections via major European gateways to Istanbul and the Aegean coastal city of Izmir. The partnership strengthens Air Canada’s connectivity to a dynamic market, providing customers with greater choice and flexibility. Mary-Jane Lorette, Vice President, Revenue Management, Partnerships...
Air Transat takes off with new sun destination flights
Air Transat is launching a number of new seasonal routes, marking a key milestone in its winter program. The carrier has inaugurated new non-stop flights to the South from Quebec City, Windsor, Charlottetown and Fredericton recently, expanding access to popular sun destinations for travellers from Eastern Canada and Southern Ontario. Sebastian Ponce, Chief Revenue Officer at Transat, said: “The addition of Pointe-à-Pitre from Quebec City brings to fifteen the number of destinations offered by Air Transat this winter from Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport and...
SAF takes flight, but GBTA say headwinds remain
According to new research from the GBTA Foundation’s Acceleration Challenge, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) purchasing for business travel is on a fast upward trajectory. Global travel programs with Net Zero commitments are leading the way in SAF adoption, enabled by strong emissions management, internal carbon pricing and flexible purchasing options. The GBTA research also highlighted the biggest barriers slowing broader uptake, including uncertainty around accounting standards, cost sensitivity and limited internal readiness. Entitled “Corporate Behavior on Sustainable...
Porter adds Austin, Texas, Chicago-O’Hare to North American network
Porter Airlines is launching flights to Austin, Texas and to Chicago O’Hare International Airport as it continues to expand its North American network; and it’s also adding a new Ottawa-Deer Lake seasonal service here in Canada. On May 21, Porter will inaugurate new, year-round flights between Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and Toronto Pearson. On Sept. 1, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) service to Chicago is moving from Midway (MDW) to O’Hare (ORD), providing travellers with access to the city’s primary airport and an increase of flight frequency to...
Air Canada expands Mexico presence with more summer capacity
Air Canada is strategically expanding its summer schedule to Mexico with 18% more seat capacity compared to last summer. As Canada and Mexico deepen ties, the airline is further strengthening its schedule to Mexico to support growing travel to and from Mexico. Highlights of Air Canada’s Mexican network growth include the addition of new, year-round flights from Montréal to Guadalajara, as well as increased frequencies to Cancún, Monterrey, Mexico City and Puerto Vallarta, four in-demand destinations with Canadians and international travellers alike. Those flights are now...