New non-stop Montreal-Honolulu service starts Dec. 12, 2021 New non-stop Toronto-Maui service starts Dec. 18, 2021 Toronto-Honolulu non-stop service resumes Dec. 17, 2021 Calgary new non-stop Honolulu

Over 1.3 billion points raised since 2006 for more than 1,400 causes A special thanks to our generous members and loyal partners Watch for upcoming Aeroplan Matching Week Campaigns MONTREAL, May...

Air Canada today reported first quarter 2021 financial results: Operating revenues of $729 million, a decline of $2.993 billion or 80 per cent from the first quarter of 2020. Negative EBITDA (1)...

Sharing its workplace rapid testing expertise with other Canadian companies Approach to safety during pandemic starts before employees arrive at workplace Vaccination clinics opening this month in...

Customers can submit refund requests immediately New policy covers customers with non-refundable fares whose flights were cancelled or who voluntarily cancelled their travel due to COVID-19 since...

Air Canada announced today that it has entered into a series of debt and equity financing agreements with the Government of Canada, which will allow Air Canada to access up to $5.879 billion in...

Michael Rousseau, Air Canada President and Chief Executive Officer, Amos Kazzaz, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, and Lucie Guillemette, Executive Vice President and Chief...

Air Canada and Transat A.T. Inc. ("Transat") announced today that they have mutually agreed to terminate the Arrangement Agreement for the proposed acquisition of Transat by Air Canada. Air Canada...

Air Canada is the North American airline that has offered service to France the longest MONTRÉAL, April 1, 2021 /CNW Telbec/ - Today, Air Canada, the longest-serving North American airline in...

Members will enjoy their current Elite Status through the end of 2022 Validity of all Priority Reward vouchers issued in 2020 extended by one full year, and valid for use until October 2022 Other...

The TD Aeroplan Visa Infinite Card was awarded Top Airline Credit Card in Rewards Canada's 13th annual ranking of the Top Travel Rewards Credit Cards in Canada. The card was also ranked third...

2030 absolute targets of 20 per cent GHG net reductions from flights plus 30 per cent GHG net reductions from ground operations compared to 2019 baseline Investment of $50 Million in SAF and...

Starbucks Rewards and Aeroplan Members can now link their accounts Aeroplan Members can earn and redeem points every day with Starbucks MONTREAL, March 8, 2021 /CNW Telbec/ - Aeroplan is proud to...

Four women employees in non-traditional aviation roles share in this video how they navigated a year like no other Four next generation Canadian women aviators named recipients of Captain Judy...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

/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...

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...

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...

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...

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,

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...

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...

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...

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,...

Streamlines gate experience by automating identification verification process Follows successful pilot undertaken at San Francisco International Airport Future expansion to other US airports...

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....

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

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

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

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

$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...

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,...

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...

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/ -...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

$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

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...

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...

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)...

/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...

/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...

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,...

/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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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

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...