Airlines
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...
Porter adds new service to Ottawa and Deer Lake
Porter Airlines has launched service between Ottawa International Airport (YOW) and Deer Lake Regional Airport (YDF), becoming the only airline to connect the two destinations with non-stop flights. The seasonal route starts with four weekly roundtrips and ends in early September. Andrew Pierce, vice president, network planning and reporting, Porter Airlines, said that: “Connecting Ottawa and Deer Lake provides travellers with an easy and enjoyable option to explore the beauty and culture of eastern Canada. There’s something for everyone.” Porter will us the Embraer E195-E2...
Porter launches service at new YHU terminal at Montreal Metropolitan Airport (MET)
Porter Airlines is launching its first flights from Montreal Metropolitan Airport - MET, a significant, privately-funded national transportation infrastructure project, located in Longueuil on Montreal’s South Shore. The airport’s close proximity to downtown will meaningfully contribute to increasing air access for one of Canada’s most prominent cities. Four inaugural routes begin today: with Vancouver, Toronto-Pearson, Toronto-City, and St. John’s, N.L. Over the next week, Porter is introducing flights to 11 airports across the country from MET, just in time for the summer...
Air Canada, IAMAW reach tentative agreement on new contract
Air Canada has reached a tentative collective agreement with the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAMAW) representing more than 11,000 Air Canada employees in Maintenance, Cabin Services, Airport Airside Operations, Cargo, Finance and Clerical. The agreement covers more than 11,000 maintenance, airport airside, cargo, and administrative employees based in Canada And the agreement recognizes the contributions and skills of Air Canada’s operations and administrative employees. Terms of the new agreement remain confidential pending ratification by the...