Airlines
Emirates kick-starts summer for Canadians with new offer
Emirates is kickstarting the summer holidays with exclusive offers for passengers travelling to or through Dubai. From complimentary stays at the iconic JW Marriott Marquis, to hundreds of discounts through the popular My Emirates Pass, travellers can enjoy even more value while exploring the city, whether visiting for a longer getaway or a short stopover. Built for all seasons, Dubai offers an unrivalled variety of experiences in one destination, making it easy to tailor a summer escape to any travel style or length of stay. Travellers can explore both in- and outdoor activities...
Air Canada Finance, Clerical employees ratify new contracts
Air Canada is welcoming the news that its employees -- represented by the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAMAW) -- voted on two of the three tentative agreements reached on June 12, 2026. The IAMAW announced that those two tentative agreements for 170 Finance people and for 115 Clerical people at Air Canada have been ratified. Ratification is in progress for the third tentative agreement covering the balance or approximately 11,000 Maintenance, Airport Airside Operations, Cargo, and Cabin Services employees. The IAMAW represents more than 11,000...
Porter Airlines adds new nonstop service between Ottawa and Hamilton
Porter Airlines has launched service between Ottawa International Airport (YOW) and John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM) today, offering travellers a new nonstop option between the nation's capital and the heart of Southern Ontario’s Golden Horseshoe region. Porter is the only airline operating nonstop between Ottawa and Hamilton, with twice-daily service on the 78-seat De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft. All Porter flights feature no middle seats, ensuring every passenger's comfort, along with the airline’s signature service, including complimentary wine and beer...
Air Transat takes off with new, non-stop Toronto-Tirana service
Air Transat is taking off with a new non-stop service between Toronto and Tirana; with the first flight inaugurated last week. Sebastian Ponce, Chief Revenue Officer at Transat, said that: “As the first and only airline offering a non-stop flight between North America and Tirana, we’re incredibly proud to introduce our award-winning service on this unique route.” Ponce continued: “Albania is rapidly emerging as one of Europe’s most compelling destinations, combining outstanding affordability with a unique blend of natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and authentic...
Emirates launches world’s most comprehensive travel insurance
Emirates is now the first airline in the world to offer Comprehensive Travel Cover -- an industry-first travel insurance product that handles it all, including medical cover for conflict-related incidents, backed by airline-managed hotel accommodation and extended-stay support across a range of disruption scenarios. When itineraries include connecting on other airlines or Emirates services are unavailable, Emirates will also rebook disrupted customers to their destination at no additional cost, including where flights have been cancelled due to conflict-related disruption. Customers...
Robert Deluce receives the 2026 W.H. Baxter Lifetime Achievement Award
The recipient of this year's W.H. Baxter Lifetime Award has long been a part of this country's aviation industry, which he first had exposure to as a child and is now playing a pivotal role in that industry. Upon receiving the 2026 W.H. Baxter Lifetime Achievement Award, Robert Deluce, the Executive Chairman of Porter Airlines, said that his parents chose the aviation industry as their livelihood and he grew up with it. "My career goes back a few years, with an appreciation for travel that was naturally infused in me and my eight siblings while growing up in Northern Ontario. My...
Flair pilots reach tentative deal with company
Flair Airlines pilots, represented by the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA), have reached a Tentative Agreement with Flair Airlines management after 10 months of contract negotiations. The MEC officers voted unanimously to send the agreement to the Flair pilots to review and vote on. Flair Master Executive Council chair First Officer Aimee Wintle, said that: “During negotiations, our pilots made it clear they expected an agreement that recognizes their professionalism, dedication, and the critical role they play in Flair’s success. This tentative...
Air France, KLM maintaining Canadian summer flight frequencies
Air France and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines have said that “based on the information currently available regarding fuel supply,” they are confirming that “they will maintain their summer flight schedule from Canada. Reservations that have already been confirmed and paid for will not be subject to any fare adjustment related to an increase in fuel costs. During the peak summer season, the two airlines will operate a combined total of 100 flights per week to their European hubs. Air France will operate up to 60 flights from Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver, Ottawa and Quebec City...