News Releases
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Mar 4, 2021
Air Canada has been named one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers for the sixth consecutive year by Mediacorp Canada Inc. The airline was selected again this year for its ongoing commitment to...
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Mar 1, 2021
Air Canada today announced an agreement to amend the Capacity Purchase Agreement (CPA) with Jazz Aviation LP, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Chorus Aviation Inc., under which Jazz currently operates...
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Feb 12, 2021
Unrestricted liquidity of $8 billion at December 31, 2020 Total revenues declined 70 per cent due to COVID-19 and travel restrictions MONTREAL, Feb. 12, 2021 /CNW/ - Total revenues of $5.833...
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Feb 10, 2021
MONTREAL, February 10, 2021 – Air Canada has been recognized as one of “Montreal’s Top Employers” for the eighth consecutive year in Mediacorp Canada Inc’s annual employer survey. The...
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Jan 29, 2021
MONTREAL, Jan. 29, 2021 Air Canada today said that, beginning January 31, it is temporarily suspending flights to Mexican and Caribbean destinations for 90 days in response to ongoing COVID-19...
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Jan 18, 2021
Attention Editors: Message from Captain Murray Strom here https://vimeo.com/499410177 MONTREAL, January 18, 2021 – Air Canada today said that following Transport Canada’s (TC) Airworthiness...
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Jan 18, 2021Air Canada Announces Partial Exercise of Over-Allotment Option in Connection with Offering of Shares
NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES MONTREAL, January 18, 2021 – Air Canada (TSX:AC) (the “Company”) announced today that, in connection...
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Jan 18, 2021
Calin Rovinescu, Air Canada President and Chief Executive Officer, Michael Rousseau, Deputy Chief Executive Office and Chief Financial Officer, and Lucie Guillemette, Executive Vice President and...
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Jan 13, 2021
First quarter planned system capacity further reduced by 25 per cent due to new pre-departure testing requirements, provincial lockdowns and travel restrictions 1700 employees affected MONTREAL,...
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Jan 12, 2021
Only airline in Canada and one of the first in the world to attain the highest possible ranking in recognition of the airline’s health and safety measures MONTREAL, January 12, 2021 - Air Canada...
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Dec 30, 2020
/NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES/ MONTREAL, Dec. 30, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada (TSX: AC) (the "Company") announced today the closing...
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Dec 21, 2020
First ever Travel Auction raised over $135,000 for children and youth Annual Matching Campaign raised over 1 million Aeroplan points for the Hospital Transportation Program More than 300 Air...
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Dec 16, 2020
Air Canada Cargo working with partners to prepare for COVID-19 vaccine transportation MONTREAL, Dec. 16, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada said today that with the flight of AC 7227 from Toronto to...
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Dec 16, 2020
NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES MONTREAL, Dec. 16, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada (TSX: AC) (the "Company") today announced that it has...
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Dec 16, 2020
Three times weekly, non-stop flights from Toronto Pearson to Doha, Qatar Convenient connections throughout the Middle East, Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia via Doha with new agreement MONTREAL,
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Dec 15, 2020
NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES MONTREAL, December 15, 2020 – Air Canada (TSX:AC) (the “Company”) today announced that it has...
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Dec 15, 2020
Air Canada today announced the appointment of Amos Kazzaz as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective February 15, 2021. Mr. Kazzaz is currently the airline's Senior Vice...
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Dec 15, 2020
APEX 5-Star rating reflects performance based on passenger feedback Global Traveler's Best Airline in North America received for second straight year Forbes lists the airline among world's best...
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Dec 14, 2020
Multi-year agreement will bring U.S. customers rich rewards and flexibility offered by the airline's newly revamped Aeroplan loyalty program WILMINGTON, Del., MONTREAL and PURCHASE, N.Y., Dec. 14,...
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Dec 9, 2020
Streamlines gate experience by automating identification verification process Follows successful pilot undertaken at San Francisco International Airport Future expansion to other US airports...
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Dec 8, 2020
Air Canada and Uplift today announced a new collaboration, giving the airline's customers access to Uplift's flexible, financing options. Travellers can now book flights from Canada and the U.S....
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Nov 27, 2020Air Canada Collaborates with Shoppers Drug Mart to Deliver a COVID-19 Testing Solution For Customers
Pre-departure testing available as of Dec. 7 for Air Canada customers in Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia Canadian travellers will be exempt from 14-day quarantine in Hawaii with a negative test
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Nov 27, 2020
Jason Berry appointed Vice-President, Cargo Air Canada Pilots ratify collective agreement amendment to enable Air Canada to competitively operate dedicated cargo aircraft in the cargo marketplace....
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Nov 19, 2020
Non-stop flights from Vancouver-Hawaii begin Dec. 17; Calgary-Maui begins Dec. 18 MONTREAL, Nov. 19, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada today welcomed Hawaii's announcement that Canadians are now...
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Nov 17, 2020
New Gift of Travel video shares inspirational stories of Canadians making a difference in their communities during COVID-19 Air Canada Foundation's inaugural Gift of Travel Auction begins Dec. 1...
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Nov 10, 2020
All members maintain their existing Aeroplan numbers, and all Aeroplan points honoured on a one-to-one basis For Aeroplan credit cards issued by TD, American Express and CIBC, new cardholders will...
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Nov 9, 2020
COVID-19 Mitigation and Recovery Plan nearly complete Total passengers carried declined 88 per cent due to COVID-19 and travel restrictions Deferral and/or cancellation of Boeing 737-8 and Airbus...
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Nov 2, 2020
The departure of Air Canada flight AC1810 from Toronto to Cancun today marked the return of Air Canada Rouge to the skies. "Air Canada Rouge remains an important part of our overall strategy in...
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Oct 23, 2020
First airline in North America to be illegal wildlife trade certified Certification confirms concrete actions taken by airline to strengthen defences against wildlife trafficking MONTREAL, Oct....
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Oct 22, 2020
Air Canada is pleased that the federal government and the Province of Alberta have announced a joint initiative for a pilot project to test international and transborder travellers arriving in...
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Oct 21, 2020
Aircraft used by pro sports teams and VIPs redeployed on popular routes Photo Editors: For images www.aircanada.com/ca/en/aco/home/about/media/photos-logos/jetz.html MONTREAL, Oct. 21, 2020 /CNW...
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Oct 19, 2020
Air Canada is pleased to announce that the application process for the second annual Captain Judy Cameron Scholarship, established in honour of the airline's first female pilot with the goal of...
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Oct 16, 2020
Air Canada today announced that Calin Rovinescu, its President and Chief Executive Officer, will retire on February 15, 2021, following completion of the Company's current fiscal year, after...
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Oct 14, 2020
Maple Leaf Lounge at YYC Calgary International Airport welcomes eligible customers beginning on October 15, 2020 Three Maple Leaf Lounges are now open: Toronto, Vancouver and Calgary Attention Editors
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Oct 13, 2020
Calin Rovinescu, Air Canada President and Chief Executive Officer, Michael Rousseau, Deputy Chief Executive Office and Chief Financial Officer, and Lucie Guillemette, Executive Vice President and...
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Oct 10, 2020
Reduced $5.00 purchase price reflects post-COVID-19 reduction in airline values Air Canada approves $250 million of increased borrowings by Transat pending transaction completion Transat Board of...
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Oct 8, 2020
Sale and leaseback of nine Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft provides US$365 million (C$485 million) in proceeds to Air Canada MONTREAL, Oct. 8, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada today announced that it...
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Oct 7, 2020
Air Canada announced today it plans to explore the application of COVID-19 contact tracing technology in its workplace using the Bluetooth enabled TraceSCAN app and wearable technology developed...
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Oct 2, 2020
Air Canada is introducing exciting new improvements to eUpgrades in advance of the relaunch of its Aeroplan program on November 8, 2020. These improvements will make it easier for Air Canada...
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Oct 1, 2020
Initial results from McMaster HealthLabs airport study reinforce value of testing MONTREAL, Oct. 1, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada said today that it is finalizing an initial order of Abbott's ID...
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Sep 23, 2020
$787.7 million secured refinancing of 18 Airbus A220 aircraft US$552.6 million Class A and B Enhanced Equipment Trust Certificates, Series 2020-2 MONTREAL, Sept. 23, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada...
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Sep 17, 2020
Air Canada today announced that it is including complimentary COVID-19 emergency medical & quarantine insurance for eligible customers booking round-trip international flights. The coverage,...
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Sep 16, 2020
Last minute bookings, free changes and no blackouts for up to three months MONTREAL, Sept. 16, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada today introduced its new Infinite Canada Flight Pass, designed to give...
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Sep 3, 2020
Travellers landing at Toronto Pearson to be offered COVID-19 testing Video Editor's Note: Video and B-roll are available at vimeo.com/showcase/7509047 TORONTO, Sept. 3, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ -...
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Sep 2, 2020
A demonstration of a new, science-based COVID-19 initiative will be held at Toronto Pearson International Airport on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2020. Media are invited to attend the international arrivals...
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Aug 17, 2020
Positive impact on issues that matter most Three fundamental pillars: Business, People, Planet MONTREAL, Aug. 17, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada today issued its 2019 corporate sustainability...
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Aug 14, 2020
Document affirms that the four organizations meet or exceed international health and safety measures Travellers assured of the highest levels of biosafety protocols when travelling Framework now...
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Aug 11, 2020
Loyalty program will relaunch November 8, 2020 Smooth transition for all members by maintaining their existing Aeroplan numbers, with all Aeroplan Miles automatically honoured on a one-to-one...
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Aug 10, 2020
2019 a record-breaking year for the Air Canada Foundation. Thanks to the tremendous support of generous partners and employees. MONTREAL, Aug. 10, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - The Air Canada Foundation is...
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Jul 31, 2020
Total revenue decline of 89 per cent over second quarter of 2019 due to COVID-19 and government-imposed travel restrictions; cargo revenue up in the quarter Total passengers carried decline of 96...
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Jul 23, 2020
Maple Leaf Lounge at Toronto Pearson, D gates welcomes eligible customers beginning July 24 Maple Leaf Lounges in Montreal, Vancouver planned to re-open by Labour Day Attention Editors: Video...
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Jul 20, 2020
Ferrer to join Canadian Chefs David Hawksworth, Antonio Park and Vikram Vij in creating onboard cuisine MONTREAL, July 20, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada announced today a new partnership with...
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Jul 15, 2020
Proposed measures endorsed by medical professionals globally and the International Air Transport Association Mirror those adopted by the European Union, the United Kingdom and other worldwide...
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Jul 9, 2020
Global healthcare leader to provide medical advisory services as airline further develops biosafety measures validated with science-based evidence MONTREAL, July 9, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada...
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Jul 8, 2020
Portable kits that quickly detect COVID-19 further support the airline's multi-layered biosafety approach MONTREAL, July 8, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada is pleased to announce it has engaged...
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Jun 30, 2020
Calin Rovinescu, Air Canada President and Chief Executive Officer, Michael Rousseau, Deputy Chief Executive Office and Chief Financial Officer, and Lucie Guillemette, Executive Vice President and...
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Jun 30, 2020
Regional flying rationalized due to COVID-19 and government travel restrictions, part of airline's Cost Reduction Program to reduce cash burn MONTREAL, June 30, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada said...
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Jun 29, 2020
Flexible rebooking options for Economy Class customers booked on flights near capacity Touchless airport services including TouchFree Bag Check and virtual queuing at select counters Meals...
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Jun 26, 2020
Air Canada (TSX: AC) announced today that all of the nominees listed in the management proxy circular dated May 4, 2020 were elected as directors of Air Canada at its Annual Meeting of...
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Jun 22, 2020
$840 million Second Lien Secured Notes financing with proceeds of $823 million US$315 million Class C Pass Through Certificates, Series 2020-1 with proceeds of US$300 million ($405 million) A total of
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Jun 22, 2020
First airline to make entertainment available for streaming at home Start watching now MONTREAL, June 22, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada announced today it is kicking off summer by offering a...
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Jun 15, 2020
Air Canada said today that due to social distancing requirements arising from COVID-19, it will hold its 2020 Annual Meeting of Shareholders virtually, online, on Thursday, June 25, 2020. The...
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Jun 9, 2020
Michael Rousseau, Deputy Chief Executive Officer & Chief Financial Officer, Air Canada, will participate in a fireside chat at the National Bank Financial 10th Annual Quebec Conference (virtual)...
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Jun 2, 2020
/NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES/ MONTREAL, June 2, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada (TSX: AC) (the "Company") today announced the closing of...
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May 28, 2020
/NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES/ MONTREAL, May 28, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada (TSX: AC) (the "Company") today announced that it has...
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May 27, 2020
Freight division Air Canada Cargo to operate to five new destinations in Europe and South America Four converted Boeing 777-300ERs and three Airbus A330-300s enabling cargo in passenger cabins,...
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May 26, 2020
/NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES/ MONTREAL, May 26, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada (TSX: AC) (the "Company") today announced that it has...
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May 22, 2020
New summer schedule includes nearly 100 destinations in Canada, the U.S. and worldwide Options for new, fully-transferable voucher or Aeroplan Miles with 65% bonus starting June 1 mean more...
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May 14, 2020
Michael Rousseau, Deputy Chief Executive Officer & Chief Financial Officer, Air Canada, will participate in a fireside chat at the Wolfe Research Global Transportation & Industrials Virtual...
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May 7, 2020
All members can now bid for cabin upgrades using their Aeroplan Miles All members can now buy and gift Aeroplan Miles with ease, at any time New buy miles feature highlighted in Travel at Home...
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May 6, 2020
Amos Kazzaz, Senior Vice President, Finance at Air Canada, will take part in a fireside chat at the Virtual RBC Capital Markets Canadian Automotive, Industrials & Transportation Conference on...
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May 4, 2020
Air Canada (TSX: AC) (OTCQX: ACDVF) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved a shareholder rights plan to renew Air Canada's existing rights plan. The renewed rights plan is...
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May 4, 2020
Comprehensive program to provide greater peace of mind during all stages of travel Mandatory pre-flight customer temperature checks, the first in the Americas More personal space in Economy Class...
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May 4, 2020
Air Canada today reported first quarter 2020 EBITDA(1) (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization) of $71 million compared to first quarter 2019 EBITDA of $583 million The...
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Apr 24, 2020
Re-configured aircraft can carry a total of 18,000 lbs [8,165 kg] cargo in cabin and belly Enables transport of critical supplies to regional Canadian communities HALIFAX and MONTREAL, April 24,...
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Apr 21, 2020
Last flights between Canada and the U.S. will operate April 26, resume May 22 MONTREAL, April 21, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada announced that it will suspend scheduled service to the U.S. after...
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Apr 21, 2020
Calin Rovinescu, Air Canada President and Chief Executive Officer, Michael Rousseau, Deputy Chief Executive Office and Chief Financial Officer, and Lucie Guillemette, Executive Vice President and...
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Apr 20, 2020
Compilation video available at https://www.aircanada.com/ca/en/aco/home/fly/fly-the-flag.html MONTREAL, April 20, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - As its special flights operated in collaboration with the...
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Apr 17, 2020
Air Canada's recommended face-covering practice becomes mandatory with Transport Canada Directive where social distancing is not possible MONTREAL, April 17, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - Following...
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Apr 11, 2020
Three Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, the largest in Air Canada's fleet are being modified to transport cargo in the passenger cabin, doubling cargo capacity. Reconfigured aircraft can carry 89.63...
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Apr 8, 2020
On March 30, 2020, as part of an overall cost reduction program, Air Canada announced that its workforce in Canada will be temporarily reduced by approximately 50 per cent, or 16,500 jobs, as a...
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Apr 6, 2020
Altitude members will enjoy their current status through the end of 2021 Members have opportunity to gift status to a loved one Donating Aeroplan Miles to select medical charities will count...
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Apr 2, 2020
New special flights are scheduled from Bogota and Buenos Aires Additional flights are expected from Algiers and Lima Air Canada continues its repatriation efforts, alone bringing back...
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Mar 30, 2020
Air Canada said today that due to the unprecedented impact of Covid-19 upon its business, the airline will reduce capacity for the Second Quarter of 2020 by 85%-90% compared to last year's Q2 and...
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Mar 28, 2020
Updated text: The April 1st flight to Peru is still being planned and not yet currently scheduled. A new special flight is scheduled from Algeria Additional flights are expected from Ecuador and Peru
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Mar 26, 2020
Over 2,330 kg of fresh food from 7 cities across Canada redistributed to date Includes fresh veggies, salads, sandwich wraps, muffins, milk, with more to be distributed MONTREAL, March 26, 2020...
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Mar 25, 2020
Air Canada said today that through its Air Canada Cargo division it has begun using its aircraft to operate cargo-only flights to Europe, with other flights planned for Latin America and South...
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Mar 24, 2020
Additional flights to depart on March 29 and 31 from Ecuador Travellers must contact Global Affairs Canada to book seats Air Canada continues its repatriation efforts MONTREAL, March 24, 2020 /CNW...
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Mar 23, 2020
Flights from Lima, Quito and Barcelona Air Canada brings more than 200,000 Canadians home in one week More than 1,000 scheduled flights planned through to the end of the month to repatriate Canadians
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Mar 22, 2020
Two additional special flights from Morocco to take place this week Travellers must contact Global Affairs Canada to book seats In the last week, Air Canada transported thousands of Canadians back...
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Mar 20, 2020
Air Canada announced today that the airline, in collaboration with the Government of Canada, will operate a special flight March 21 from Morocco to bring Canadians home. "We understand it's a...
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Mar 18, 2020
Airline further reducing schedule, maintaining essential services where possible MONTREAL, March 18, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada said today that it will gradually suspend the majority of its...
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Mar 16, 2020
Withdraws 2020 and 2021 guidance Current liquidity level of $7.3 billion Capacity reduction of 50 percent in the second quarter versus the prior year's quarter MONTREAL, March 16, 2020 /CNW...
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Mar 9, 2020
Air Canada has been named one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers for the fifth consecutive year. In selecting Air Canada, Mediacorp Canada Inc. cited the airline's continuing work to foster...
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Mar 6, 2020
Four aspiring young Canadian women aviators named as inaugural Captain Judy Cameron Scholarship recipients Historic flight from Toronto-Edmonton operated with all-female crews, guided and...
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Mar 3, 2020
Air Canada today announced it will launch non-stop service between Vancouver and Santa Ana in Orange County, California beginning June 15, 2020, subject to final airport authority approvals....
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Feb 24, 2020
Air Canada has entered into letters of intent with each of AAR Aircraft Services Trois-Rivières ULC ("AAR") and Avianor Inc ("Avianor") regarding long-term agreements for airframe maintenance,...
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Feb 18, 2020
Record operating revenues of $19.131 billion Operating income of $1.650 billion EBITDA of $3.636 billion and EBITDA margin of 19 per cent Record unrestricted liquidity of $7.380 billion and...
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Feb 6, 2020
Air Canada has introduced a new payment option for customers by enabling them to use PayPal when purchasing tickets online at aircanada.com in Canada. The popular online payment system offers a...
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Jan 30, 2020
Air Canada today was named one of "Montreal's Top Employers" for the seventh consecutive year in Mediacorp Canada Inc's annual employer survey. The 2020 survey recognizes companies in Montreal...