News Releases
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Oct 22, 2013
Air Canada among top 100 of 75,000 employers examined by Mediacorp competition MONTREAL, Oct. 22, 2013 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada has been recognized as one of "Canada's Top 100 Employers" in an...
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Oct 18, 2013
Today, the Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) and Air Canada announce an enhanced commercial relationship to further develop Toronto Pearson as a global hub. In addition, the new commercial...
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Oct 18, 2013
Air Canada will hold a conference call for analysts on Friday, November 8, 2013 to present 2013 third quarter results. Air Canada President and Chief Executive Officer, Calin Rovinescu, Executive...
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Oct 17, 2013
The Air Canada enRoute Film Festival is pleased to announce their first-ever film industry panel, to be held November 4, 2013, at the Centre Phi in Montreal. Aimed at film students, emerging...
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Oct 15, 2013
Air Canada today opened its newest International Maple Leaf Lounge at Frankfurt Airport's Terminal 1, Departures Area B. Located at Star Alliance's largest airport hub and Air Canada's second...
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Oct 15, 2013
Air Canada has launched a new program called Air Canada Corporate Rewards that offers useful online tools to help businesses of all sizes better manage their travel, reduce costs and earn rewards...
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Oct 10, 2013
Air Canada today opened its newest International Maple Leaf Lounge at Frankfurt Airport's Terminal 1, Departures Area B. Located at Star Alliance's largest airport hub and Air Canada's second...
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Oct 8, 2013
Air Canada announced today it is boosting its international Summer 2014 services to Europe from Montreal with the launch of seasonal non-stop flights between Montreal and Nice, France and the...
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Oct 8, 2013
Four new destinations: Milan, Lisbon, Nice and Manchester Non-stop Toronto-Istanbul service expands to daily flights New Premium Economy cabin on select London Heathrow flights Barcelona non-stop...
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Oct 3, 2013
Third quarter load factor of 86.2% near all-time high Third quarter adjusted net income and EBITDAR (excluding the impact of benefit plan amendments in 2012) forecasted to be above last year's...
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Oct 3, 2013
Michael Rousseau, Executive Vice President & CFO of Air Canada will make a presentation to investors at the RBC - 2013 Canadian Airline & Aerospace Investor Day on October 7, 2013 in Toronto....
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Sep 30, 2013
Air Canada and Air China are pleased to announce the expansion of their long-standing commercial cooperation agreement. The expanded agreement further enhances the carriers' interline and...
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Sep 26, 2013
Air Canada announced today that it has completed its previously announced private offerings of senior secured notes, consisting of (i) U.S.$400 million principal amount of 6.750% senior secured...
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Sep 24, 2013
Premier Aviation and Air Canada today announced the signing of a five-year agreement for the provision of airframe maintenance in support of Air Canada's fleet of 60 Embraer E-190 and E-175...
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Sep 23, 2013
Air Canada today announced that it will undertake a Request for Proposal (RFP) process to select a new regional airline to operate certain existing U.S. regional transborder routes, starting in...
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Sep 19, 2013
U.S.$400 million of 6.75% senior secured first lien notes due 2019 C$300 million of 7.625% senior secured first lien notes due 2019 U.S.$300 million of 8.75% senior secured second lien notes due 2020
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Sep 19, 2013
Air Canada today announced that holders of US$557.6 million principal amount of its 9.250% Senior Secured Notes due 2015 (the "USD Senior Secured Notes"), C$285.2 million principal amount of its...
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Sep 18, 2013
Kevin Howlett appointed Senior Vice President, Regional Markets Arielle Meloul-Wechsler appointed Vice President, Human Resources MONTREAL, Sept. 18, 2013 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada today announced...
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Sep 16, 2013
Air Canada shares (AC.B) will be added to the S&P/TSX Composite Index after the close of trading on September 20, 2013. The approval was announced by S&P Dow Jones Canadian Index Services on...
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Sep 16, 2013
Widening Margin Confirms Air Canada's Lead Position Among Canadian Carriers MONTREAL, Sept. 16, 2013 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada has been named Canada's favourite airline for business travel in the...
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Sep 13, 2013
Michael Rousseau, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Air Canada will make a presentation to investors at the CIBC 12th Annual Eastern Institutional Investor Conference in...
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Sep 5, 2013
Air Canada today announced that it intends to refinance approximately C$1.1 billion principal amount of its outstanding senior notes and, as part of the refinancing, has launched cash tender...
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Sep 5, 2013
For the month of August, Air Canada reported a record system load factor of 89.5 per cent, versus 87.9 per cent in August 2012, an increase of 1.6 percentage points. System traffic increased 4.7...
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Sep 5, 2013
Air Canada today said that it has successfully completed the transfer of all 15 of its Embraer 175 aircraft, the smallest jet aircraft in Air Canada's fleet, to Sky Regional to operate the...
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Sep 4, 2013
The Air Canada Foundation's second annual fundraising golf tournament raised over $600,000 in support of organizations focused on health and well being of children in Canada. The fundraising event...
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Sep 4, 2013
In celebration of the launch of Distinction, Aeroplan's new multi-level recognition program with exclusive benefits for its top accumulating members, Aeroplan is giving a chance to win a round...
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Sep 3, 2013
With this morning's departure of Air Canada Express flight AC7207 from Red Deer to Calgary, Central Alberta officially became part of Air Canada's global network of more than 175 destinations on...
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Sep 3, 2013
Citizens of the World details environmental, social and economic sustainability initiatives MONTREAL, Sept. 3, 2013 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada today released Citizens of the World, the airline's...
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Aug 28, 2013
In celebration of the launch of Distinction, Aeroplan's new multi-level recognition program with exclusive benefits for its top accumulating members, Aeroplan is giving a chance to win a round...
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Aug 20, 2013
Air Canada today announced the opening of a new state-of-the-art global Operations Centre (OC) in Brampton, Ontario which is expected to significantly improve its operational capabilities and...
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Aug 16, 2013
Air Canada invites members of the media to tour its new Operations Centre in Brampton, Ontario on Tuesday, August 20. The state-of-the-art facility will serve as the control centre for the...
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Aug 8, 2013
Air Canada today announced that its current seasonal flights between Montreal and San Francisco will be extended to year-round flights beginning in November 2013. All flights will be operated with...
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Aug 8, 2013
Air Canada today announced that in response to growing customer demand it will launch daily, year-round service between Sydney, Nova Scotia and Toronto beginning December 18, 2013. The route will...
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Aug 7, 2013
Highest Adjusted Net Income, Operating Income and EBITDAR Results for Second Quarter in Air Canada's History Adjusted net income of $115 million versus an adjusted net loss of $7 million in the...
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Aug 7, 2013
For the month of July, Air Canada reported a system load factor of 85.6 per cent, versus 85.9 per cent in July 2012, a decrease of 0.3 percentage points. System traffic increased 1.9 per cent on a...
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Aug 6, 2013
In c4241 transmitted at 16:00e yesterday, please note that the release contained errors in the table. A corrected version follows. Air Canada Reports July Load Factor MONTREAL, Aug. 6, 2013 /CNW...
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Aug 6, 2013
For the month of July, Air Canada reported a system load factor of 85.6 per cent, versus 85.9 per cent in July 2012, a decrease of 0.3 percentage points. System traffic increased 1.9 per cent on a...
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Aug 1, 2013
Air Canada and Airbus have received the 2013 Eco-partnership award from the leading monthly aeronautical publication Air Transport World (ATW) for the first ever North American "Perfect Flight"...
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Jul 31, 2013
Only International Airline with Non-stop Service to Rocky Mountain Ski Resort MONTREAL, July 31, 2013 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada today announced that it will launch weekly non-stop flights between...
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Jul 31, 2013
Air Canada announced today that it will launch weekly seasonal flights between Halifax and Fort Lauderdale, Florida, beginning December 14, 2013 until the end of April, 2014. Air Canada will...
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Jul 22, 2013
Air Canada will hold a conference call for analysts on Wednesday, August 7, 2013 to present 2013 second quarter results. Air Canada President and Chief Executive Officer, Calin Rovinescu,...
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Jul 11, 2013
2013 jury announced including Wendy Crewson, Sarah Gadon, Evan Goldberg and more MONTREAL, July 11, 2013 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada's enRoute Film Festival today announced it will showcase emerging...
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Jul 10, 2013
Air Canada announced today it will commence scheduled service to Red Deer, Alberta on September 3, 2013 with three daily flights from Red Deer Airport to Calgary. Flights will be operated by Air...
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Jul 4, 2013
For the month of June, Air Canada reported a system load factor of 85.0 per cent, versus 85.6 per cent in June 2012. System traffic increased 2.1 per cent on a system-wide capacity increase of 2.8...
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Jul 4, 2013
Revised agreement supports Canadian flag carrier's goal of international expansion MONTREAL, July 4, 2013 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada welcomes today's announcement by the Canadian Government of an...
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Jun 28, 2013
Air Canada (TSX: AC.A, AC.B) today announced that all of the nominees listed in the management proxy circular dated May 21, 2013 were elected as directors of Air Canada at the company's Annual...
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Jun 27, 2013
Air Canada announced today that it has terminated its previously announced cash tender offers (the "Offers") and related consent solicitations (the "Consent Solicitations") with respect to its...
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Jun 27, 2013
Aeroplan launches new member recognition program, significantly improves value with new Market Fare Flight Rewards and cancels policy that expires Aeroplan Miles older than 7 years MONTREAL, June...
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Jun 25, 2013
Highlights aircanada.com has all the information for a one-stop easy self-service travel experience Check-in available 24 hours prior to departure at aircanada.com and on mobile devices...
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Jun 25, 2013
Air Canada rouge fleet will grow to serve Mexico, Florida, Las Vegas and more of the Caribbean MONTREAL, June 25, 2013 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada today said that growth of its leisure carrier...
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Jun 25, 2013
Aeroplan today announced it has entered into a multi-year agreement with Langham Hospitality Group, a family of distinctive luxury hotels under The Langham, Langham Place, Eaton and 88 Xintiandi...
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Jun 20, 2013
Highlights aircanada.com has all the information for a one-stop easy self-service travel experience Check-in available 24 hours prior to departure at aircanada.com and on mobile devices...
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Jun 19, 2013
Air Canada has been named Best Airline in North America by the Skytrax 2013 World Airline Awards announced at the Paris Air Show. It is the fourth consecutive year Air Canada has been recognized...
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Jun 18, 2013
Aeroplan today announced the addition of EVA Air to its roster of travel partners. Starting today, Aeroplan Members can earn and redeem Aeroplan Miles for travel with EVA Air of Taiwan, bringing...
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Jun 14, 2013
Air Canada today announced that it has launched cash tender offers for any and all of its 9.250% Senior Secured Notes due 2015 (the "USD Senior Secured Notes"), 10.125% Senior Secured Notes due...
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Jun 10, 2013
Air Canada will discuss its plans for pursuing sustainable improvement in profitability and shareholder value at its 2013 Investor Day to be held today in Toronto from 08:30 to 12:30 EST. A live,...
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Jun 6, 2013
Amos Kazzaz, Vice President, Financial Planning and Analysis will make a presentation to investors at the Sixth Annual Cowen & Company Global Transportation Conference on Tuesday, June 11, 2013 at...
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Jun 6, 2013
For the month of May, Air Canada reported a system load factor of 81.8 per cent, versus 81.7 per cent in May 2012, an increase of 0.1 percentage points. System traffic increased 2.9 per cent on a...
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Jun 3, 2013
Michael Rousseau, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will participate in a fireside chat presentation at the National Bank Financial 3rd Annual Quebec Conference, on Tuesday, June 4, 2013, in
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May 30, 2013
Giving the freedom of travel is now easier than ever with the launch today of the Air Canada Gift Card. Available in both the traditional plastic gift card or in electronic form, Air Canada Gift...
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May 28, 2013
Air Canada will host its 2013 Investor Day in Toronto on June 10, 2013. The day will begin at 08:30 with opening remarks by Calin Rovinescu, President and Chief Executive Officer, followed by...
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May 9, 2013
Air Canada will host its 2013 Investor Day in Toronto on June 10, 2013. The day will begin at 08:30 with opening remarks by Calin Rovinescu, President and Chief Executive Officer, followed by...
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May 9, 2013
Air Canada announced today the closing of its previously announced private offering of three tranches of enhanced equipment trust certificates, in the aggregate face amount of U.S. $714,534,000....
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May 7, 2013
Air Canada welcomed today's launch of Automated Passport Control (APC) at Vancouver International Airport (YVR), now giving U.S. passport holders options for streamlining their airport travel...
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May 6, 2013
Aeroplan today announced it has entered into a multi-year agreement with The UPS Store Canada, the largest franchised network of retail shipping, print and business service centres in Canada. This...
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May 3, 2013
For the month of April, Air Canada reported a system load factor of 82.1 per cent, versus 83.0 per cent in April 2012, a decrease of 0.9 percentage points. System traffic decreased 0.2 per cent on...
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May 3, 2013
Adjusted net loss of $143 million versus an adjusted net loss of $162 million in the first quarter of 2012 Net loss of $260 million versus a net loss of $274 million in the first quarter of 2012...
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May 2, 2013
Amos Kazzaz, Vice President, Financial Planning and Analysis, will make a presentation to investors at The Bank of America Merrill Lynch 2013 Global Transportation Conference on Wednesday May 15,...
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May 1, 2013
Aeroplan, Canada's premier coalition loyalty company and Teleflora, the world's leading flower delivery service announced today an agreement that will enable Aeroplan Members to earn miles through...
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Apr 29, 2013
Air Canada announced today that it supports the efforts made by municipal, provincial and federal governments to convince representatives of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) to...
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Apr 25, 2013
Etihad Airways and Air Canada have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a commercial cooperation agreement that will enhance travel services between the United Arab Emirates and Canada....
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Apr 24, 2013
U.S.$424,389,000 of 4.125% Air Canada Pass Through Certificates, Series 2013-1, Class A U.S.$181,881,000 of 5.375% Air Canada Pass Through Certificates, Series 2013-1, Class B U.S.$108,264,000 of...
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Apr 24, 2013
Air Canada will hold a conference call for analysts on Friday, May 3, 2013 to present first quarter 2013 results. Air Canada President and Chief Executive Officer, Calin Rovinescu, Executive Vice...
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Apr 24, 2013
Air Canada announced today the private offering of two tranches of enhanced equipment trust certificates, in the aggregate face amount of U.S. $606,270,000. The certificates will represent an...
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Apr 23, 2013
Emerald Isle becomes fourth European destination in Air Canada rouge network MONTREAL, April 23, 2013 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada today announced that its current seasonal service between Toronto...
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Apr 22, 2013
Air Canada today provided preliminary results for the first quarter of 2013: Adjusted net loss of approximately $143 million versus an adjusted net loss of $162 million in the first quarter of...
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Apr 19, 2013
Winners will attend a major international film festival - $5,000 prize for Best Short Film TORONTO, April 19, 2013 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada today announced it is inviting Canadian film students...
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Apr 19, 2013
Members can celebrate with an exclusive launch offer - 10,000 miles on all Appliances MONTREAL, April 19, 2013 /CNW Telbec/ - Aeroplan today announced it has entered into an agreement with Miele,...
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Apr 8, 2013
Air Canada reminds customers that starting April 10, 2013 the domestic cut off check-in and baggage drop off deadline (latest time after which customers can no longer check in or drop off their...
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Apr 3, 2013
For the month of March, Air Canada reported a record system load factor of 83.5 per cent, versus 81.5 per cent in March 2012, an increase of 2.0 percentage points. System traffic increased 3.4 per...
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Apr 2, 2013
Aeroplan today announced that it will match all miles donated by members to each of its ten Beyond Miles charitable partners as part of the 2013 Aeroplan Match Days. Miles will be matched on a 1...
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Mar 26, 2013
Streamlined connections strengthen Toronto as preferred routing for U.S. travellers MONTREAL, March 26, 2013 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada is becoming an even more attractive option for travellers...
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Mar 12, 2013
Air Canada and the Government of Canada have agreed to an extension of Air Canada's pension funding arrangements to January 30, 2021. After lengthy negotiations the initial Air Canada proposal was...
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Mar 7, 2013
For the month of February, Air Canada reported a record system load factor of 79.8 per cent, versus 76.8 per cent in February 2012, an increase of 3.0 percentage points. System traffic decreased...
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Mar 7, 2013
Aeroplan today announced that members can earn bonus miles during the "Aeroplan Star Challenge" promotion. Starting March 11 until April 10, 2013, members can earn up to 25,000 bonus miles with...
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Mar 1, 2013
Air Canada's re-branded Top Tier frequent flyer recognition program, "Altitude", came into effect today, the carrier announced. Specifically designed to recognize and reward Air Canada's most...
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Feb 20, 2013
Michael Rousseau, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer and Pierre Houle, Treasurer of Air Canada, will make a presentation to investors at the Global High Yield & Leveraged Finance...
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Feb 19, 2013
Star Alliance is launching an enhanced Asia Airpass for travel across the Asian continent, which in addition to the 15 countries and territories already offered, now includes Bangladesh, Nepal,...
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Feb 12, 2013
Air Canada is expanding its Lowest Price Guarantee to give customers added assurance they are getting the lowest price available on-line within a 24-hour period when they book flights on Air...
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Feb 12, 2013
Air Canada is expanding its Lowest Price Guarantee to give customers added assurance they are getting the lowest price available on-line within a 24-hour period when they book flights on Air...
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Feb 7, 2013
Air Canada today announced it will introduce a new International Premium Economy cabin for customers seeking enhanced comfort and service on international flights as it continues to modernize its...
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Feb 7, 2013
Net income of $131 million in 2012 on a GAAP basis; Adjusted net income of $53 million in 2012 Fourth Quarter EBITDAR of $284 million, an increase of $122 million Annual EBITDAR of $1.451 billion,...
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Feb 7, 2013
Air Canada today announced it will introduce a new International Premium Economy cabin for customers seeking enhanced comfort and service on international flights as it continues to modernize its...
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Feb 7, 2013
Net income of $131 million in 2012 on a GAAP basis; Adjusted net income of $53 million in 2012 Fourth Quarter EBITDAR of $284 million, an increase of $122 million Annual EBITDAR of $1.451 billion,...
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Feb 5, 2013
For the month of January, Air Canada reported a record system load factor of 79.4 per cent, versus 79.1 per cent in January 2012, an increase of 0.3 percentage points. System traffic increased 0.3...
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Feb 1, 2013
In c2308 sent today at 8:00e, the data was inadvertently reversed concerning the capacity increases for Calgary-Victoria, Calgary-Grande Prairie, and Calgary-Edmonton. Please use the following...
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Feb 1, 2013
With today's departures of Air Canada Express flights AC8371 from Calgary to Fort McMurray, AC8430 from Calgary to Regina and AC8586 from Calgary to Saskatoon, Air Canada introduced new Q400...
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Jan 24, 2013
Air Canada will hold a conference call for analysts on Thursday, February 7, 2013 to present fourth quarter and full year 2012 results. Air Canada President and Chief Executive Officer, Calin...
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Jan 24, 2013
Industry Quality Ranking Recognizes Carrier's Airport and Onboard Product and Service Improvements MONTREAL, Jan. 24, 2013 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada has become the only international network...
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Jan 9, 2013
Aeroplan today announced it will reserve three flights for Aeroplan Members who are CIBC Aeroplan cardholders offering up an exclusive getaway from Toronto and from Montreal to Orlando, Florida...