Government of Canada and Canadian North agree on new terms and conditions of airline merger
OTTAWA, ON, April 21, 2023 /CNW/ – From travelling to appointments to helping deliver essential necessities such as food, medicine and other goods, strong, financially stable northern air transportation providers are vital to support vibrant and sustainable communities in the North. In 2019, the Government of Canada approved the merger of First Air and Canadian North, subject to several […]
Canadian North – Best Managed Companies 2021
From Canadian Business – link to source story A commitment to serving Canada’s northern regions — in the best and worst of times By Sadaf Ahsan | May 5, 2021 The company serves more areas in the north than any other Canadian airline. (Courtesy of Canadian North) Throughout its evolution, Canadian North has been focused […]
Introducing your NEW Canadian North
News Release from Canadian North Canadian North and First Air unite to launch unified flight schedule, reservations system and brand November 1, 2019 After many months of planning and preparation, Canadian North and First Air have launched their first-ever combined flight schedule, with all flights within it now marketed and sold under the unified name […]
Aurora Rewards Members Can Now Earn Points on First Air Flights
Provided by Canadian North September 16, 2019 – Canadian North and First Air are pleased to announce that effective immediately, Aurora Rewards members can earn Aurora Rewards points on all scheduled flights operated by either airline, with the ability to double-dip to earn Aeroplan Miles for the same travel. Aurora Rewards points can be redeemed towards […]
First Air and Canadian North Announce New Unified Passenger and Cargo Schedule, Effective November 1, 2019
Provided by Canadian North FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, August 30, 2019 – Canadian North and First Air are pleased to announce that their new, unified passenger and cargo schedule is now available for booking and will take effect on Friday, November 1, 2019. Together, they will provide safe, friendly and reliable service to 24 northern communities, from […]
Airline officials meet with stakeholders to quell merger concerns
News provided by… (link to full story) Canadian North, First Air officials warn employees to expect job losses By Sarah Rogers 25 July 2019 Officials from Canadian North and First Air say customers can expect to see the two companies, which are now in the process of merging, branded as one by the end of the […]
First Air and Canadian North Embark on Transformative Journey to Build Strong, Unified New Northern Airline
Provided by First Air/CNW OTTAWA, July 10, 2019 /CNW/ – First Air and Canadian North are pleased to announce that their respective owners, Makivik Corporation and the Inuvialuit Regional Corporation, have completed the transaction that will enable them to begin merging their operations into a strong and unified airline that will provide safe and sustainable air service […]
Makivik Corporation and Inuvialuit Regional Corporation Complete Transaction to Unite First Air and Canadian North as Strong, Sustainable Pan-Arctic Airline
Provided by Makivik Corporation/CNW OTTAWA, July 10, 2019 /CNW/ -Makivik Corporation and Inuvialuit Regional Corporation (IRC) are pleased to announce that they have completed the transaction to merge First Air and Canadian North into a strong, sustainable Pan-Arctic airline. This means that First Air and Canadian North will be able to begin the process of integrating their […]
Inuit-led merger of First Air and Canadian North airlines receives regulatory approval
Provided by Makivik Corporation/CNW Merger to create sustainable airline dedicated to serving Canada’s Northern regions OTTAWA, June 19, 2019 /CNW/ – Makivik Corporation (Makivik) and the Inuvialuit Corporate Group (ICG) today announced they have received all regulatory approvals to merge First Air and Canadian North in order to provide the best possible air services across the Arctic. This milestone represents […]
Government of Canada approves First Air and Canadian North merger
Provided by Transport Canada/CNW Approval subject to terms and conditions OTTAWA, June 19, 2019 /CNW/ – From visiting family members, to attending essential medical appointments, to ensuring timely delivery of necessities such as food, medicine and other goods, the Government of Canada understands that a strong and safe aviation system is essential for Canada’s North. The Honourable […]