Aeroplan today announced that Aeroplan Members can now earn even more miles when they purchase Extra Grade gasoline and Supreme Grade gasoline and swipe their Aeroplan Card at more than 1,800...

For the month of December 2012, Air Canada reported a record system load factor of 82.1 per cent, versus 81.0 per cent in December 2011, an increase of 1.1 percentage points. System traffic...

Operations to start July 1, 2013 Special introductory air fares and vacation packages now on sale to the Caribbean and Europe MONTREAL, Dec. 18, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada today unveiled its...

Media are invited to attend a news conference where Air Canada senior executives will present the company's new leisure carrier. Ben Smith, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer,...

Media are invited to attend a news conference where Air Canada senior executives will present the company's new leisure carrier. Ben Smith, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer,...

Air Canada has once again been named best airline in North America by frequent travelers. In annual readership surveys conducted in 2012 by U.S. travel magazines, Business Traveler, Global...

Highlights aircanada.com has all the information for a one-stop easy self-service travel experience Web and mobile check-in offer the quickest and easiest way to check in Apps for Blackberry and...

Seamless bookings, connections enhance travel between Canada and South Africa MONTREAL, Dec. 10, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada and South African Airways (SAA) are pleased to announce today a code...

Air Canada today announced Canadian women's soccer player, Christine Sinclair, as the recipient of the first annual Air Canada Athlete of the Year Award. As recipient of this award, she will...

For the month of November, Air Canada reported a system load factor of 78.1 per cent, versus 75.9 per cent in November 2011, an increase of 2.2 percentage points. System traffic increased 4.6 per...

Air Canada and Turkish Airlines are pleased to announce today a reciprocal code sharing agreement that will make it easy and convenient for customers to connect between the two Star Alliance...

Calin Rovinescu, President and Chief Executive Officer of Air Canada, has been elected as the new Chairman of the Star Alliance Chief Executive Board (CEB). He succeeds Rob Fyfe, CEO Air New...

Air Canada and Turkish Airlines are pleased to announce today a reciprocal code sharing agreement that will make it easy and convenient for customers to connect between the two Star Alliance...

Aeroplan today announced the addition of Shenzhen Airlines to its roster of airline travel partners. Starting today, Aeroplan Members can accumulate and redeem Aeroplan Miles for travel with...

New Seoul and Istanbul routes; seven more weekly flights to China; Calgary-Narita upgrade MONTREAL, Nov. 29, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada is bringing the world closer this summer with a major...

'Like' Aeroplan on Facebook and Aeroplan will donate 10 miles to its charitable partners MONTREAL, Nov. 20, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - Aeroplan is pleased to welcome Free The Children and MusiCounts as...

Michael Rousseau, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Air Canada will make a presentation to investors at Scotiabank - Transportation and...

Air Canada today announced the appointment of Annette Verschuren, O.C. to the Board of Directors of Air Canada. Ms. Verschuren is the past president of The...

Air Canada today said it welcomed the European Commission's announcement on Monday that it intends to suspend the inclusion of flights to and from...

Third Quarter 2012 EBITDAR of $554 million ($678 million including benefit plan amendments) Cash and short-term investments of $2.196 billion at September 30, 2012 MONTREAL, Nov. 8, 2012 /CNW...

Amos Kazzaz, Vice President, Financial Planning and Analysis of Air Canada will make a presentation to investors at the RBC - Canadian Airline & Aerospace...

For the month of October, Air Canada reported a record system load factor of 82.9 per cent, versus 79.4 per cent in October 2011, an increase of 3.5...

Public vote awards U.K. artist $50,000 prize for contemporary photography TORONTO and MONTREAL, Nov. 1, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - The Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) and Aeroplan, an Aimia company, are...

Purchase tickets conveniently and securely using Interac Online at aircanada.com TORONTO, Nov. 1, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - Acxsys Corporation and Air Canada today announced that Canadians can now...

Aeroplan today announced it has entered into a multi-year agreement with Birks, Canada's premier prestige jewellery brand and most respected designer, manufacturer and retailer of fine jewellery,...

Air Canada will hold a conference call for analysts on Thursday, November 8, 2012 to present 2012 third quarter results. Air Canada President and Chief Executive Officer, Calin Rovinescu,...

Air Canada said today that it, together with United Continental Holdings Inc., United Air Lines Inc. and Continental Airlines Inc. have reached an agreement with Canada's Commissioner of...

Air Canada today welcomed proposed amendments tabled by the federal government to legislation governing the International Interests in Mobile Equipment (aircraft equipment) Act (the IIME Act)....

Air Canada today announced that it is boosting capacity on regional routes across Western Canada this fall and winter to meet demand. The airline will also be gradually introducing new...

Air Canada is pleased to announce the finalists of the sixth annual Air Canada enRoute Film Festival. Awards will be offered in categories including Best Short Film, Achievement in Documentary,...

Aeroplan today announced the renewal of a multi-year agreement with Imperial Oil that will enable Aeroplan Members to continue earning Aeroplan Miles on the purchase of gas, car washes and...

Companies Donate 1 Million Aeroplan Miles to the Canadian Red Cross for their Water Safety Program MONTREAL, Oct. 16, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - Aeroplan, Canada's premier coalition loyalty program and...

Air Canada said it welcomed the appointments today by the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) of Mr. Lloyd McCoomb as chairperson and Mr. Peter Wallis as member of its board of...

Air Canada today launched a contest to help name its new low-cost leisure airline that will begin service in 2013. The carrier is asking customers and travel agents to visit Air Canada's Facebook...

For the month of September, Air Canada reported a record system load factor of 84.9 per cent, versus 82.8 per cent in September 2011, an increase of 2.1 percentage points. System traffic increased...

Zeina Gedeon Appointed Vice President, E-commerce, Product Distribution and Sales Development; Claude Morin Appointed Vice President, Global Sales Management MONTREAL, Oct. 2, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ -...

Air Canada today unveiled plans to form an integrated leisure group, combining the activities of its tour operator business, Air Canada Vacations, with its new low-cost leisure airline to launch...

Air Canada today unveiled a fleet plan providing for international growth at both the mainline carrier and its new low-cost leisure airline to be launched in 2013. Air Canada will add two new...

Air Canada today announced the appointment of Klaus Goersch as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. In this role he will have responsibility for the safe, reliable and...

Michael Rousseau, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Air Canada will make a presentation to investors at the Credit Suisse Global Credit Products Conference in Miami Beach on...

Air Canada and Aer Lingus today announced they have signed an interline agreement to make flying between Canada and Ireland more convenient. The agreement is effective immediately and is a...

Air Canada said today that it will hire more than 900 employees over the next 12 months to meet its planned workforce requirements. In addition, 200 new jobs will be created for flight attendants...

Michael Rousseau, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Air Canada will make a presentation to investors at the CIBC 11th Annual Eastern Institutional Investor Conference in...

For the month of August, Air Canada reported a record system load factor of 87.9 per cent, versus 87.8 per cent in August 2011, an increase of 0.1 percentage points. System traffic increased 0.7...

In celebration of the 75th anniversary of its inaugural flight September 1, 1937, Air Canada has launched a special promotion offering a 15 per cent discount off Tango and Tango Plus fares for...

In celebration of the 75th anniversary of its inaugural flight, Air Canada has launched a special promotion offering a 15 per cent discount off Tango and Tango Plus fares for travel this fall to...

Four photographers shortlisted from Canada and U.K.; winner to be chosen by public vote TORONTO and MONTREAL, Aug. 22, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - The Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) and Aeroplan, an Aimia...

The Air Canada Foundation's first annual fundraising golf tournament held Monday, August 6, at the Elm Ridge Country Club, Québec, raised over $268,000 support of organizations focused on the...

Second Quarter 2012 EBITDAR of $314 million Cash and short-term investments of $2.383 billion at June 30, 2012 MONTREAL, Aug. 8, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada recorded earnings before interest,...

Aeroplan today announced it has entered into a multi-year agreement with Bentley, Canada's largest specialty retailer for luggage, handbags, backpacks and travel accessories. Bentley carries top...

For the month of July, Air Canada reported a system load factor of 85.9 per cent, versus 86.4 per cent in July 2011, a decrease of 0.5 percentage points. System traffic decreased 1.1 per cent on a...

Canadian short films showcased in-flight, free public screenings in Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver TORONTO, Aug. 1, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - The Air Canada enRoute Film Festival today announced it will...

Air Canada said today that it along with the Air Canada Pilots Association (ACPA) have received the decision of the arbitrator, Mr. Douglas Stanley, in the final offer selection arbitration...

Air Canada today provided comments on the fifth report of the Chief Restructuring Officer (CRO) of Aveos dated July 25, 2012. The CRO's latest report provides an update following an agreement...

Air Canada will hold a conference call for analysts on Wednesday, August 8, 2012 to present 2012 second quarter results. Air Canada President and Chief Executive Officer, Calin Rovinescu,...

With the departure this morning of Air Canada's flight AC864 Montreal-London, the airline will operate its second biofuel-powered flight which is expected to generate up to 10 per cent fewer...

Air Canada today announced the appointment of Derek Vanstone as Vice President, Corporate Strategy, Industry and Government Affairs effective September 10, 2012. Mr. Vanstone, currently Deputy...

Aeroplan today introduced the latest version of its mobile app for iPhone and iPad (iOS) devices. The app is designed to enhance and extend the core functionality of its mobile web site...

Third consecutive year Air Canada named a winner at Skytrax World Airline Awards MONTREAL, July 12, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada has been named the 'Best International Airline in North America'...

For the month of June, Air Canada reported a record system load factor of 85.6 per cent, versus 84.2 per cent in June 2011, an increase of 1.4 percentage points. System traffic increased 1.5 per...

Aeroplan today announced that it has reached an agreement with Air Canada through which Air Canada will transfer to the Aeroplan defined benefit pension plan all the pension plan assets and...

Highlights aircanada.com has all the information for a one-stop easy self-service travel experience Web and mobile check-in offer the quickest and easiest way to check in Apps for Blackberry and...

Strategic Network Expansion in Latin America PANAMA CITY, PANAMA and BOGOTA, COLOMBIA, June 21, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - Star Alliance, the way the Earth connects, today welcomes Avianca, TACA Airlines...

Aeroplan today announced the addition of Avianca-TACA and Copa Airlines to its roster of travel partners. Starting today, Aeroplan Members can accumulate and redeem Aeroplan Miles for travel with...

Air Canada today announced it has signed a multi-year marketing agreement with the Just for Laughs Montreal International Comedy Festival and the Toronto Just for Laughs JFL42 festival. In...

With summer quickly approaching, now is the time to map out your vacation travels and plan the best ways to earn the most miles from your everyday purchases. Aeroplan, Canada's premier coalition...

Cooking Oil-Powered Flight Expected to Reduce Emissions 40 per cent or more MONTREAL, June 18, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada will operate its first flight with biofuel today to highlight the...

Air Canada said today that it along with the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAMAW) have received the decision of the arbitrator, Mr. Michel Picher, in the final...

Air Canada, with the support of Airbus, will operate its most environmentally-friendly flight ever on Monday, June 18, using the most up-to-date methods to reduce emissions, including sustainable...

Leads the Way in Capacity Growth among Canadian Carriers Serves More Destinations than Any Other Carrier ST. JOHN'S, June 8, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada today announced it is further enhancing...

Air Canada welcomed in Vancouver today the chief executives of more than 20 Star Alliance member airlines. The annual Star Alliance strategy meeting of CEOs marks the fifteenth anniversary of the...

For the month of May, Air Canada reported a system load factor of 81.6 per cent, versus 82.2 per cent in May 2011, a decrease of 0.6 percentage points. System traffic increased 1.8 per cent on a...

Air Canada today announced that Duncan Dee, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer will be taking early retirement this fall following a 15-year career with the airline. "Duncan's...

Air Canada (TSX: AC.B AC.A) announced today that it has received approval from its shareholders voting in favour of the proposed amendments to Air Canada's shareholder rights plan agreement (the...

Air Canada said today that the negotiation phase preceding the arbitration with the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAMAW) has been completed. The IAMAW represents...

Air Canada re-launches today daily non-stop seasonal flights between St. John's and London Heathrow, U. K. offering convenient connecting flights throughout Europe with its Star Alliance partner...

Michael Rousseau, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will make a presentation to investors at The Bank of America Merrill Lynch 2012 Global Transportation Conference on Friday...

Air Canada (TSX: AC.B AC.A) announced today that it has received a conditional exemption which would effectively treat Air Canada's Class A variable voting and Class B voting shares as a single...

First Quarter 2012 EBITDAR of $175 million Cash and short-term investments of $2.249 billion at March 31, 2012 MONTREAL, May 4, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada recorded earnings before interest,...

For the month of April, Air Canada reported a system load factor of 83.0 per cent, versus 81.9 per cent in April 2011, an increase of 1.1 percentage points. System traffic increased 1.0 per cent...

Air Canada is the only airline serving the three major NYC airports from Canada MONTREAL, May 3, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada flight AC8902 today inaugurated service between Toronto Pearson and...

Air Canada said it has been advised by the Federal Minister of Labour, the Honourable Lisa Raitt, of the appointment of arbitrators in accordance with Bill C-33, Protecting Air Service Act. The...

Aeroplan today announced that members can earn more miles this spring during the "Aeroplan Star Challenge" promotion. Starting today until May 28, 2012, members can earn up to 16,500 miles with...

Up to 600 hours of free, on-demand digital entertainment at each customer's fingertips MONTREAL, May 1, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada today expanded the selection on its In-flight Entertainment...

Air Canada and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAMAW) have agreed to re-commence negotiations. The parties have agreed to a 10-day negotiation period to begin...

Air Canada today provided the following update on the expected impact related to Aveos Fleet Performance Inc.'s (Aveos) filing for creditor protection under the Companies' Creditors Arrangelment...

Air Canada will hold a conference call for analysts on Friday, May 4, 2012 to present first quarter 2012 results. Air Canada President and Chief Executive Officer, Calin Rovinescu, Executive Vice...

Air Canada will hold a conference call for analysts on Friday, May 4, 2012 to present first quarter 2012 results. Air Canada President and Chief Executive Officer, Calin Rovinescu, Executive Vice...

Air Canada and the Air Canada Pilots Association (ACPA) have agreed to re-commence negotiations. The parties have agreed to a 10-day negotiation period to begin following the appointment of an...

New free public screenings added to Vancouver and Montreal, along with Toronto, $5,000 prize for Best Short Film TORONTO, April 19, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada is pleased to invite Canadian...

Aeroplan today announced that it will match all miles donated by members to each of its eight Beyond Miles charitable partners as part of the 2012 Aeroplan Match Days. Miles will be matched on a 1...

Air Canada is preparing to resume its full flight schedule for Saturday April 14, 2012 following the cancellation of approximately 75 flights on Friday April 13 due to illegal job action taken by...

Members can now book hotel stays, car rentals and vacation packages using cash with Destination Miles MONTREAL, April 12, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - Aeroplan, Canada's premier coalition loyalty program...

For the month of March, Air Canada reported a system load factor of 81.5 per cent, versus 79.5 per cent in March 2011, an increase of 2.0 percentage points. System traffic increased 4.8 per cent...

Air Canada President and Chief Executive Officer, Calin Rovinescu, today provided the following remarks to the House of Commons' Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Communities...

Although Air Canada ground handling employees at Toronto and Montreal international airports have returned to work following an illegal work stoppage this morning, delays and cancellations of Air...

Due to illegal work action by Air Canada ground handling employees in Toronto and Montreal, Air Canada is experiencing delays and some cancellations of flights departing Toronto Pearson...

Air Canada today provided the following update concerning its plans following the closure by Aveos Fleet Performance Inc. of its maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facilities in Canada this...

Air Canada today expressed disappointment at Aveos Fleet Performance Inc.'s (Aveos) decision to reject its offer of $15 million in emergency financing and instead permanently cease operations. If...

Following the filing by Aveos Fleet Performance for insolvency protection before the Superior Court of Quebec under the CCAA earlier today, Air Canada has extended to Aveos, through its Court...