Airlines
WestJet, Tim Hortons brewing up a new blend with new partnership
WestJet and Tim Hortons have brewed up a new partnership that sees the two iconic Canadian brands take off on a mission to enhance the travel and coffee drinking experience in the sky. Starting on Nov. 30, 2026, WestJet guests can enjoy an all-new signature coffee experience onboard with the custom-crafted Tim Hortons Flight Roast -- a unique blend specific ally designed to taste its best at 35,000 feet and created exclusively for this partnership. To make this partnership even more brew-tiful, in 2027, Tims Rewards and WestJet Rewards members who link their accounts will be able...
Air Canada’s Nasr named to 2026 Canada’s Top 40 under 40 award list
Mark Nasr, Executive Vice President & Chief Operations Officer, has been named to Canada’s Top 40 Under 40 Award for 2026 -- one of the country’s leading recognitions of exceptional achievement, leadership and community contribution by Canadians under the age of 40. Nasr is responsible for delivering all aspects of safe, reliable and efficient operations, and elevating the customer experience throughout Air Canada’s worldwide network. He has additional oversight for flight operations, the System Operations Control Centre, maintenance and engineering, airports, in-flight...
Flair launching Puerta Plata flights from Montréal and Toronto
Flair Airlines is gearing up for the upcoming winter season with that addition of Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic to its network, launching new nonstop service from both Montréal and Toronto. Beginning Dec. 18, Flair will fly nonstop from Montréal (YUL) to Puerto Plata (POP) twice weekly, followed by service from Toronto (YYZ) beginning Dec. 19, operating up to twice weekly. Puerto Plata is an entirely new destination for Flair, expanding its winter sun offering from both markets with air-only fares and Flair Vacations packages. Len Corrado, CEO, Flair Airlines, said that:...
Air Canada resuming Tel Aviv flights on Nov. 30
Following a thorough review of the security environment in the Middle East, Air Canada says it plans to resume its year-round service between Toronto Pearson (YYZ) and Tel Aviv (TLV) on Nov. 30, 2026. Air Canada said that its Tel Aviv flights will operate four times a week, with service offered on both our Boeing 787-9 and Boeing 787-8 aircraft. And the airline noted that resumption of service to Tel Aviv follows a detailed assessment of operational, safety, and security considerations in the...
Flair takes off with launch of advisor channel with SIREV
Flair Airlines is taking off with a major expansion of its travel trade business, with its flights now available through SIREV. The launch opens Flair to thousands of Canadian travel advisors through a platform they already know and use, creating a significant new sales channel for the airline and the next step in its broader travel trade strategy to grow responsibly and profitably. Len Corrado, CEO of Flair Airlines, explained that: “Travel advisors play an important role in helping Canadians plan travel with confidence. Making Flair available through SIREV makes it easier...
Airlines investing in Edmonton as YEG sees 46% growth in sun capacity
Edmonton International Airport (YEG) is heading into the 2026/27 winter season with expanded sun capacity, reflecting strong, sustained demand for winter leisure travel and growing airline investment in the Edmonton market. Overall sun capacity from Edmonton is growing 46 per cent this winter, with Porter, Air Canada, Flair, and WestJet adding routes or capacity to the market. Porter is significantly expanding its sun network from YEG this winter, launching four new routes to Puerto Vallarta, Phoenix, Las Vegas and Los Cabos. The expansion demonstrates Porter's confidence in the...
Porter pilots file for conciliation in contract negotiations
Porter pilots have filed a Notice of Dispute with the Minister of Labour, requesting conciliation assistance from the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service. The pilots – who are represented by the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) -- filed the Notice to Bargain in September 2025. This decision marks a significant step in the negotiations process for Porter pilots to secure their first collective agreement as ALPA members. Capt. Brian Smith, chair of the Porter ALPA Master Executive Council (MEC), said that: “After months of waiting for meaningful movement, it’s...
Air France-KLM names Eugénie Audebert as Country Manager for Canada
Air France-KLM has appointed Eugénie Audebert as Country Manager for Canada. She becomes the 19th person to lead the Group’s Canadian organization, established in 1950, the year Air France launched its first service between Montréal and Paris. Audebert brings nearly 20 years of experience within the Air France-KLM Group to the Canadian market. She began her career in Italy and has since held several positions in sales development, strategy and customer experience. She was previously based in Bogotá, Colombia, where she had served as Commercial Director for the Andean countries,...