News Releases
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Nov 7, 2017
Air Canada and Sky Regional Airlines said today they have concluded a 10-year extension to their existing capacity purchase agreement (CPA), effective April 1, 2017. "This 10-year extension to the...
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Nov 7, 2017
Air Canada today was named one of Canada's Top 100 Employers for the fifth consecutive year in an annual national employer survey by Mediacorp Canada Inc. "We are very proud to be ranked one of...
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Nov 2, 2017
Air Canada today was named the Best Long Haul Airline in the Americas for 2018 by AirlineRatings.com, an airline safety and product rating agency that promotes excellence in the industry....
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Nov 1, 2017
Air Canada today announced a partnership with Adyen that will greatly expand the range of local payment methods available to customers. Through the agreement, customers around the world will be...
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Oct 27, 2017
Air Canada announced today that, in connection with its previously announced normal course issuer bid to purchase for cancellation, up to 22,364,183 Class A variable voting shares and Class B...
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Oct 25, 2017
Record operating income of $1.004 billion and record EBITDAR of $1.388 billion Record operating revenues of $4.880 billion and record unrestricted liquidity of $4.509 billion Leverage ratio of 2.1 at
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Oct 20, 2017
The following B-Roll is available by Video On-Demand web download: STORY SUMMARY: Air Canada is pleased to announce this year's Top 10 list of Canada's Best New Restaurants in partnership with...
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Oct 20, 2017
Quebec City's Battuto takes the number-one spot as Canada's Best New Restaurant TORONTO, Oct. 19, 2017 /CNW/ - Air Canada is pleased to announce this year's Top 10 list of Canada's Best New...
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Oct 19, 2017
Quebec City's Battuto takes the number-one spot as Canada's Best New Restaurant TORONTO, Oct. 19, 2017 /CNW/ - Air Canada is pleased to announce this year's Top 10 list of Canada's Best New...
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Oct 11, 2017
Calin Rovinescu, Air Canada President and Chief Executive Officer, Michael Rousseau, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer and Benjamin Smith, President, Passenger Airlines, Air...
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Oct 5, 2017
Travel professionals and travellers alike will benefit from the Canadian flagship carrier's implementation of the Amadeus Altéa Suite in addition to a renewed distribution agreement Air Canada...
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Oct 2, 2017
Report details programs to promote sustainability internally and in communities MONTREAL, Oct. 2, 2017 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada today released the 2016 edition of Citizens of the world, the...
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Sep 28, 2017
Enhances service to South America with new non-stop Montreal-Lima service expanded to year-round when it launches in December Non-stop Montreal-Casablanca transfers to Air Canada Airbus A330...
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Sep 28, 2017
New destinations include Bucharest, Zagreb and Porto Non-stop Air Canada Rouge seasonal services start in June to Bucharest from Toronto and Montreal; to Zagreb and Porto from Toronto; and to...
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Sep 27, 2017
On September 19, a 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck central Mexico, killing 305, injuring 2,631, and leaving more than 3,000 people in need of shelter in Mexico City, Morelos, and Puebla. 65...
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Sep 26, 2017
On September 19, a 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck central Mexico, killing 305, injuring 2,631, and leaving more than 3,000 people in need of shelter in Mexico City, Morelos, and Puebla. 65...
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Sep 26, 2017
Air Canada today unveiled its new Vancouver International Maple Leaf Lounge following an 18-month complete makeover and expansion. Located directly opposite the priority security lanes for...
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Sep 21, 2017
Michael Rousseau, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Air Canada will make a presentation to investors at the CIBC 16th Annual Eastern Institutional Investor Conference. Event:...
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Sep 19, 2017
Work on 125 Airbus and Embraer aircraft to be performed in Trois-Rivières, Québec Further strengthens airframe maintenance, repair and overhaul expertise in Canada TROIS-RIVIÈRES, QC, Sept. 19,...
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Sep 19, 2017
Annual EBITDAR margin of 17 to 20 per cent Annual ROIC of 13 to 16 per cent Cumulative free cash flow of $2.0 billion to $3.0 billion Leverage ratio of 1.2 by the end of 2020 Loyalty Business...
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Sep 18, 2017
Air Canada continues to support relief efforts in areas affected by the passage of Hurricane Irma by dispatching a humanitarian flight with relief supplies on Saturday September 16, 2017. Since...
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Sep 15, 2017
Rob Fyfe, former CEO of Air New Zealand, to join Board upon retirement of Joseph Leonard MONTREAL, Sept. 15, 2017 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada today announced the appointment of Rob Fyfe to its Board...
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Sep 14, 2017
Air Canada President and Chief Executive Officer Calin Rovinescu today announced the appointment of Catherine Dyer as Chief Information Officer. Ms. Dyer is based at the airline's Montreal...
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Sep 13, 2017
Further to the announcement of a successful conclusion of amendments to Air Canada's existing long-term labour agreement with its 3,500 pilots represented by the Air Canada Pilots Association...
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Sep 13, 2017
First routes for Air Canada's new Boeing 737-Max include Shannon, Dublin Non-stop, seasonal Toronto-Shannon, Montreal-Dublin routes begin June 2018 The existing Toronto-Dublin service will...
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Sep 12, 2017
Air Canada said today it has successfully concluded amendments to its existing long-term labour agreement with its 3,500 pilots represented by the Air Canada Pilots Association (ACPA). The...
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Sep 12, 2017
With the passage of Hurricane Irma, Air Canada is resuming normal operations to affected destinations. Full service to Florida will begin on Wednesday, September 13 and regularly scheduled flights...
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Sep 9, 2017
In honour of Air Canada's 80th anniversary, Air Canada's Lockheed 10A vintage aircraft is taking to the skies across Canada. After taking off this morning from Vancouver, BC, the L-10A will be...
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Sep 7, 2017
Air Canada will host its 2017 Investor Day on September 19, 2017, in Toronto from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. ET. Presenters include Calin Rovinescu, President and Chief Executive Officer, Benjamin...
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Sep 7, 2017
In response to Hurricane Irma, Air Canada is operating a total of 24 additional flights to bring customers home early from the Dominican Republic (Puerto Plata, Punta Cana, Samana), Florida (Fort...
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Sep 6, 2017
In response to Hurricane Irma, Air Canada is operating a total of 24 additional flights to bring customers home early from the Dominican Republic (Puerto Plata, Punta Cana, Samana), Florida (Fort...
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Aug 31, 2017
New non-stop flights from YVR to Paris and to Zurich for Summer 2018 Melbourne flights become year-round starting June 2018 following Dec-Feb seasonal service Increased service from YVR to Delhi...
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Aug 23, 2017
Air Canada announced today the introduction of a new service between Montreal and Tokyo Narita starting June 1, 2018. Flights will operate year-round, with daily service during summer peak travel...
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Aug 23, 2017
Air Canada invites the media to attend a press conference in Montreal for a major announcement concerning new air service from Montreal. DATE: Wednesday, August 23, 2017 TIME: 10:00 a.m....
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Aug 22, 2017
Air Canada invites the media to attend a press conference in Montreal for a major announcement concerning new air service from Montreal. DATE: Wednesday, August 23, 2017 TIME: 10:00 a.m....
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Aug 9, 2017
Proudly celebrating the country's talent and achievement during a banner year for Canadian culture, Air Canada presents the top 30 nominees for Canada's Best New Restaurants, in partnership with...
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Aug 4, 2017
Air Canada announced today that Calin Rovinescu, its President and Chief Executive Officer, has sold 1,645,181 Class B Voting Shares in a block trade to a financial institution, as reported in...
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Aug 1, 2017
Operating income of $281 million and record EBITDAR of $670 million Record operating revenues of $3.910 billion and unrestricted liquidity of $4.493 billion MONTRÉAL, Aug. 1, 2017 /CNW Telbec/ -...
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Jul 26, 2017
Continues strategically building YVR hub, following new seasonal flights to Melbourne and more flights to Delhi VANCOUVER, July 26, 2017 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada announced today the introduction...
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Jul 12, 2017
Air Canada was named winner in the Finance category of the 2017 Airline Strategy Awards, run by established air transport industry news and analysis provider, Flight Airline Business. The 16th...
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Jul 11, 2017
The Air Canada Foundation sixth annual golf tournament netted over $1,100,000 in support of organizations focused on health and well-being of children in Canada. The tournament was held Monday,...
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Jul 6, 2017
Close to one million customers flown over the recent holiday period Comments on Q2 EBITDAR outlook MONTREAL, July 6, 2017 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada transported close to one million customers...
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Jul 1, 2017
Air Canada Rouge is celebrating its birthday today, marking four years of providing customers memorable beginnings and endings to their journeys. From its first flight on Canada Day 2013, Air...
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Jun 30, 2017
With the departure of Air Canada Rouge flight AC1920 to Algiers tomorrow evening, Air Canada marks the launch of non-stop service to Algeria's capital city, its second destination in North Africa...
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Jun 30, 2017
Air Canada inaugurates new, non-stop Toronto-Mumbai service tomorrow, the only non-stop flight from Canada to India's largest city. The four-times weekly service will be operated with Air Canada's...
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Jun 27, 2017
Air Canada has been ranked among the 50 Most Engaged Workplaces™ in North America for the second year in a row for its commitment to employee engagement by Achievers, an employee social...
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Jun 22, 2017
The departure of flight AC082 from Montreal-Trudeau airport tonight will mark the successful launch of Air Canada's non-stop Montreal service to Tel Aviv. This new seasonal service will operate...
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Jun 21, 2017
Air Canada is inaugurating service to its newest international destination this evening with Air Canada Rouge flight AC1970 from Toronto to Reykjavik, Iceland. The new, non-stop service will...
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Jun 20, 2017Air Canada Named Best Airline in North America by Skytrax World Airline Awards at the Paris Air Show
Airline named North American leader in customer satisfaction for sixth time in eight years MONTREAL, June 20, 2017 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada was today named Best Airline in North America by the...
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Jun 19, 2017
The departure today of Air Canada flight AC8172 marks the return of daily year-round service between Montreal and Washington Dulles (IAD) offering more choice for customers travelling between...
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Jun 15, 2017
Air Canada today announced that it is a Signature Sponsor of the Invictus Games Toronto 2017 taking place this September. The event will bring together 550 competitors and their families from 17...
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Jun 13, 2017
Go to aircanada.com and follow @AirCanada on Twitter for latest travel updates Highlights Save time by checking-in online within 24 hours of departure at aircanada.com or on a mobile device Stay...
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Jun 9, 2017
New Air Canada Rouge route complements Montreal-Paris, Montreal-Lyon and Montreal-Nice flights MONTREAL, June 9, 2017 /CNW Telbec/ - The departure of flight AC1962 from Montreal-Trudeau airport...
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Jun 8, 2017
Continues Strategic International Expansion from YVR to London Gatwick, Frankfurt and Nagoya VANCOUVER, June 8, 2017 /CNW/ - Air Canada today inaugurated daily, year-round flights from Vancouver...
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Jun 7, 2017
New Toronto-Cartagena route, added Bogota flight, bring South America Closer MONTREAL, June 7, 2017 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada announced today a new service to Cartagena along with increased...
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Jun 2, 2017
Air Canada announced today that it has completed the repricing of its U.S.$1.1 billion senior secured credit facility, reducing the interest rate by 50 basis points, to an interest rate of 225...
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Jun 1, 2017
Air Canada got its summer off to an early start with the launch today of two new international routes from Vancouver to Nagoya and Frankfurt, marking the beginning of the airline's summer season....
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May 26, 2017
Michael Rousseau, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will make a presentation to investors at the National Bank Financial 7th Annual Quebec Conference on June 8, 2017 in...
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May 26, 2017
Air Canada today announced that it has renewed its normal course issuer bid for its Class A variable voting shares and Class B voting shares (collectively the "Shares"), authorizing, between May...
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May 23, 2017
Canadian residents can win one of 150 pairs of round-trip tickets anywhere the carrier flies in Canada MONTREAL, May 23, 2017 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada recently launched its "See: Canada" campaign...
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May 18, 2017
Air Canada is in receipt of the TSB report on the incident involving AC624 in March 2015. We are appreciative of the TSB's efforts to thoroughly investigate this matter and make recommendations...
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May 17, 2017
Effective today, Air Canada's flights and Maple Leaf Lounge at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are located at the renovated and modernized Terminal 6, following a seamless move overnight...
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May 16, 2017
In response to the announcement today by the Canadian Government of its proposed Transportation Modernization Act, Air Canada provided the following statement: Air Canada welcomes the Government's...
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May 16, 2017
Michael Rousseau, Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, will participate in a discussion at the RBC Capital Markets Canadian Automotive, Industrial & Transportation Conference on...
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May 12, 2017
Air Canada announced today that the Air Canada Foundation board has approved a $50,000 donation to the Canadian Red Cross in support of relief efforts for those directly impacted by the...
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May 12, 2017
Air Canada announced today that its leisure airline, Air Canada Rouge, has begun offering high-speed, satellite internet aboard its Airbus A319 aircraft. Air Canada Rouge customers will now have...
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May 11, 2017
Airline to end exclusive contract with Aeroplan provider Aimia Aeroplan members can continue to earn and redeem Aeroplan Miles Air Canada committed to business as usual through 2020, with smooth...
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May 8, 2017
Air Canada (TSX: AC) announced today that all of the nominees listed in the management proxy circular dated March 24, 2017 were elected as directors of Air Canada at the company's Annual Meeting...
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May 5, 2017
Air Canada today reported first quarter 2017 EBITDAR(1) (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, amortization, impairment and aircraft rent), excluding special items, of $342 million,...
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May 3, 2017
Vancouver to Melbourne and Orlando; Montreal to Lima and Phoenix; Toronto to Belize and St. Vincent. MONTREAL, May 3, 2017 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada announced today the continued expansion of its...
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May 3, 2017
Air Canada announced today the continued expansion of its international network with the addition of non-stop Montreal-Lima* service, its first Montreal link to the southern hemisphere. The...
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Apr 27, 2017
The BridgeFest 150 organizing committee is pleased to announce today further programming and more exciting news about the June 16 to 18, 2017 Canada 150 event. As we ramp up to the IWK Run for...
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Apr 21, 2017
Air Canada announced today its participation in the Civil Aviation Alternate Fuel Contrail and Emissions Research project (CAAFCER), a research project led by the National Research Council of...
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Apr 21, 2017
Air Canada will hold a conference call for analysts on Friday, May 5, 2017 to present first quarter 2017 results. Air Canada President and Chief Executive Officer, Calin Rovinescu, Executive Vice...
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Apr 20, 2017
Air Canada has been recognized for the fourth year in a row as one of "Montreal's Top Employers" in an annual employer survey by Mediacorp Canada Inc. The 2017 survey recognizes employers with...
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Apr 8, 2017
Air Canada employees, retirees participate in vintage aircraft flyover in France MONTREAL, April 8, 2017 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada is a proud supporter of Vimy Flight, a flyover by vintage...
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Apr 7, 2017
Air Canada (TSX: AC) (OTCQX: ACDVF) announced today the retirement of David I. Richardson, Chairman of the Company's Board of Directors. His retirement will take effect at the conclusion of Air...
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Apr 7, 2017
Travel-loving philanthropists support the Air Canada Foundation and SickKids TORONTO, April 7, 2017 /CNW Telbec/ - More than $1.1 million was raised Thursday night at the second annual Wanderluxe...
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Apr 5, 2017
Village Monde and the Air Canada Foundation are pleased to officially open registration today for 10 Exploring a World of Sustainable Destinations grants, which will allow 10 explorers to go off...
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Apr 3, 2017
Klaus Goersch, Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer of Air Canada has resigned effective April 30, 2017. He will continue to lead Air Canada's operations until his departure. The...
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Mar 28, 2017
Air Canada has been named one of Canada's Best Diversity employers for 2017, the second consecutive year the carrier has been awarded this distinction. In naming Air Canada, Mediacorp Canada Inc....
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Mar 27, 2017
Gala fundraiser supports The Herbie Fund at SickKids and the Air Canada Foundation April 6 Wanderluxe gala and auction of bespoke travel experiences in support of The Herbie Fund at SickKids and...
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Mar 24, 2017
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 includes...
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Mar 22, 2017
Air Canada today said it welcomes funding in the Federal Budget that will improve airport security screening processes at Canadian airports. This will benefit travellers by reducing wait times and...
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Mar 22, 2017
Michael Rousseau, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will present at the Desjardins Industrials, Telecom & Consumer Conference on Monday, March 27, 2017 at the Centre Mont-Royal...
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Mar 15, 2017
Air Canada announced today the return of daily year-round service between Montreal and Washington Dulles (IAD) starting May 1, 2017, offering more choice for customers travelling between Montreal...
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Mar 15, 2017
Air Canada announced today the introduction of daily summer seasonal service between Vancouver and Boston starting June 23, 2017 until September 4, 2017. Special introductory fares start as low as...
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Mar 8, 2017
AC868 Toronto-London Heathrow, AC165 Montreal-Calgary and AC548 Vancouver-Newark/New York operated by all-female crews today Flights given clearance and instructions by female Nav Canada Air...
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Mar 7, 2017
Calin Rovinescu, President and Chief Executive Officer, will present at the J.P. Morgan Aviation, Transportation & Industrials Conference on Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at the J.P. Morgan Conference...
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Mar 3, 2017
Michael Rousseau, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Air Canada will make a presentation the CIBC Industrials Conference in Toronto on Thursday, March 9, 2017. What: Air...
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Mar 2, 2017
Members can earn miles with Avis Car Rental, Budget Car Rental and Payless Car Rental MONTREAL, March 2, 2017 /CNW Telbec/ - Aeroplan today announced that as part of its newly expanded agreement...
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Feb 23, 2017
Aeroplan today announced that it will match all miles donated by members to each of its 10 Aeroplan member donation program charitable partners as part of the 2017 "Aeroplan Match Weeks." It's an...
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Feb 17, 2017
Record annual EBITDAR(1) (excluding special items) of $2.768 billion Annual operating income of $1.345 billion Net income of $876 million and Adjusted net income(1) of $1.147 billion MONTRÉAL,...
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Feb 16, 2017
Today marks the launch of Air Canada's daily year-round flights from Montreal to Shanghai, China, the airline's first direct service to Asia from Montreal, offering convenient one-stop access to...
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Feb 13, 2017
Air Canada announced today a significant expansion in services between Canada and Israel, with the introduction of a seasonal non-stop service between Montreal and Tel Aviv and an increase in its...
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Feb 9, 2017
Debuts modernized image and evolution of iconic Canadian brand Complements New Employee Uniforms and improved cabin product Showcases Canadian Talent and Premium On-board Products for its...
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Feb 9, 2017
Air Canada invites members of the media to meet talented Canadians Tyler Brûlé of Winkreative, fashion designer Christopher Bates, chef David Hawksworth and sommelier Véronique Rivest, in...
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Feb 8, 2017
The following statement is being issued by Siskinds LLP regarding the Canadian Air Cargo Shipping Services Class Action. Siskinds (Toronto, Canada), Camp Fiorante Matthews Mogerman (Vancouver,...
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Feb 7, 2017
Air Canada invites members of the media to meet talented Canadians Tyler Brûlé of Winkreative, fashion designer Christopher Bates, chef David Hawksworth and sommelier Véronique Rivest, in...
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Feb 3, 2017
Air Canada invites members of the media to attend one of a series of special unveiling events being held simultaneously across Canada on February 9, 2017. Senior executives will be available...