On Giving Tuesday, the Air Canada Foundation announces $1.6 million in donations to more than 20 Canadian charitable organizations helping children
News provided by CNW/Air Canada MONTREAL, Nov. 27, 2018 /CNW Telbec/ – To mark Giving Tuesday, the Air Canada Foundation is pleased to announce it will donate more than $1.6 million by year end to support programs or projects by eligible registered charities that contribute to the health and well‑being of children and youth in Canada. The Air Canada Foundation, a […]
The Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal is proud to welcome its new pillar sponsors, Air Canada and CG
News provided by CNW and Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal MONTRÉAL, Nov. 26, 2018 /CNW Telbec/ – The Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal is proud to welcome its new pillar sponsors, Air Canada and CGI. These companies are joining a group of sponsors that includes Bell, Hydro-Québec, Rio Tinto and SNC-Lavalin – flagship companies that are committed […]
Air Canada Enters into Definitive Agreements to Acquire the Aeroplan loyalty program and for Co-branded Credit Card Partners
News provided by Cision Canada and Air Canada Air Canada enters into a definitive share purchase agreement with Aimia Inc. to acquire the Aeroplan loyalty business Air Canada, TD, CIBC and Visa conclude credit card loyalty program and network agreements for future participation in Air Canada’s new loyalty program Agreement provides continuity for Aeroplan members to earn and […]
Air Canada Reports Third Quarter 2018 Results
Third quarter EBITDAR of $1.265 billion and operating income of $840 million Record third quarter operating revenues of $5.415 billion Record unrestricted liquidity of $5.309 billion Leverage ratio of 2.0 MONTREAL, Oct. 31, 2018 /CNW Telbec/ – Air Canada today reported third quarter 2018 EBITDAR(1) (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, amortization, impairment and aircraft rent) of $1.265 billion compared to third quarter 2017 EBITDAR of $1.360 […]
Air Canada Inaugurates Two New Transborder Routes From Alberta
Edmonton–Las Vegas Calgary–Palm Springs MONTREAL, Oct. 28, 2018 /CNW Telbec/ – Air Canada today launched two new daily, seasonal transborder routes. Celebrations were held prior to the departure of the inaugural flights from Edmonton to Las Vegas and from Calgary to Palm Springs. The inaugural flights from Edmonton to Las Vegas and from Calgary to Palm Springs took place Sunday. (CNW Group/Air Canada) “We […]
Air Canada is acquiring four A330s
Air Canada has just revealed an interesting fleet update for 2019. In 2019, Air Canada will acquire four Airbus A330s. All four of these planes are being acquired from TAP Air Portugal, which actually acquired these planes from Singapore Airlines in 2017. However, with TAP Air Portugal taking delivery of A330-900neo aircraft over the coming […]
Air Canada To Open New Facility For Ground Support Equipment Services And Cargo At Edmonton International Airport
50,000 square-foot (4,645 square metres) building scheduled to open in September 2019 EDMONTON, Oct. 25, 2018 /CNW Telbec/ – Air Canada broke ground today for a new facility that will house its ground support equipment service and cargo teams at Edmonton International Airport (YEG), allowing the airline to further enhance its operational capabilities and reinforcing the airline’s commitment to Alberta’s capital city. Air […]
Air Canada Welcomes the Launch by the City of Montreal of The Cabinet Créatif de Montréal in Support of Small Business Development Programs
MONTREAL, Oct. 25, 2018 /CNW Telbec/ – Air Canada is proud to partner with the City of Montreal in launching The Cabinet Créatif de Montréal, a dedicated initiative to support the growth of small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The project will focus on providing coaching and training related to core business competencies including planning successful business trips to stimulate national […]
Air Canada Expands its Presence in North Carolina with a New Route and Enhanced Services to Raleigh and Charlotte
New Montreal–Raleigh route, Toronto services upgraded with Business Class MONTREAL, Oct. 24, 2018 /CNW Telbec/ – Air Canada announced today it will enhance services to North Carolina beginning next spring, including with the launch of a new, non-stop daily flight between Montreal and Raleigh. The airline will also deploy larger aircraft on flights between Toronto and Raleigh and Charlotte to increase capacity on these routes and introduce Business Class service. Air Canada Expands […]
Air Canada Unveils New Maple Leaf Lounge at Saskatoon’s John G. Diefenbaker International Airport
Showcases Saskatchewan and Canadian design and artworks by local artists The airline’s 17th Maple Leaf Lounge in Canada and the 23rd across Air Canada’s international network SASKATOON, Sept. 14, 2018 /CNW Telbec/ – Air Canada today unveiled its newest Maple Leaf Lounge at Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport (Skyxe). The lounge seats up to […]