Airlines
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...
WestJet, Virgin Atlantic expand loyalty benefits
WestJet Rewards and Virgin Atlantic Flying Club members can now earn points with their preferred loyalty program on each of the carrier’s entire network including VS-WS codeshare flights. The update to the partnership is particularly meaningful for WestJet guests travelling on Virgin Atlantic's Toronto (YYZ) - London (LHR) route, which serves as a popular bridge for thousands of Canadians that connect through Toronto Pearson to reach Virgin Atlantic's primary hub at London Heathrow. John Weatherill, WestJet Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer, said that:...
Transat offers update on Cuba repatriation flights
In a message to travel advisors, Transat’s Vice President, Digital Experiences and Contact Centers, Patrick Falardeau writes: “We understand that the current situation may be concerning, and we want to reassure you from the outset: Transat teams are fully mobilized and working tirelessly to support your clients currently in Cuba. ” Falardeau continues: “Given the temporary suspension of Canadian carriers’ flights to Cuba through the spring, Air Transat has implemented a comprehensive repatriation plan that will be completed by February 17.” He advises that: “Your...
Air Canada reports Q4, full year 2025 results
Air Canada has reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2025 and provided its outlook for the full year 2026. Michael Rousseau, President and Chief Executive of Air Canada, said: “Air Canada finished 2025 with a solid fourth quarter, delivering record revenues of $5.8 billion and achieving strong year‑over‑year earnings growth. For the full year, we generated $918 million in operating income and $3.1 billion in adjusted EBITDA. These results reflect our disciplined actions throughout the year, the strength of our commercial strategy, the loyalty of our...
Aeromexico earns top marks for punctuality
Aeromexico staff are welcoming news that their airline has been recognized for the second straight year as the world's most punctual carrier. London-based consulting firm Cirium -- which bills itself as the "world's most trusted source of aviation analytics" -- recently announced its On-TIme Performance Review, which revealed that during 2025 Aeromexico stayed at the top of the ranking for seven months and operated nearly 190,000 flights, of which 90.02% landed on time and 91.88% departed according to schedule. The latest performance enabled Aeromexico to significantly widen the...
Air Canada making it new with acquisition of Airbus A350-1000s
Air Canada has set a course to a new era in long-haul travel with the addition of the Airbus A350-1000 to its fleet – an addition that supports the growth of the airline’s international network. The carrier will welcome eight A350-1000 aircraft to its fleet, and its has rights to purchase eight other A350-1000s, with deliveries scheduled to begin in the second half of 2030. Mark Galardo, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, and President of Cargo at Air Canada, explained that: “Air Canada’s acquisition of the Airbus A350-1000 will further solidify our...
Virgin Atlantic takes off with enhanced status match offer
Virgin Atlantic is inviting travellers to join a loyalty program that truly loves them back this Valentine’s Day, with a limited-time enhanced status match offer for British Airways Club members. Available between Feb. 10 and Feb. 23, 2026, the offer allows British Airways Silver members to earn Flying Club Gold status and Bronze members to reach Flying Club Silver – giving them the recognition they deserve. Building on Virgin Atlantic’s ongoing status match program, which allows customers in the top tier of eleven airlines – including BA – to receive the equivalent status...