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YVR and Iskwew Air partner to enhance connectivity across British Columbia

September 26, 2022 · Musqueam Territory / Richmond, B.C. Today, Iskwew Air and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that strengthens the working relationship between the Indigenous, woman-owned airline and the airport. The MOU between Iskwew Air and YVR is based on collaboration to enhance connectivity across communities in B.C. and […]

YVR welcomes removal of COVID-19 measures for air travel

Federal government announces end to all requirements including testing, masks, quarantine   MUSQUEAM TERRITORY, BC and RICHMOND, BC, Sept. 26, 2022 /CNW/ – Vancouver International Airport (YVR) welcomed today’s announcement by the federal government that it is lifting all remaining air travel pandemic measures as of October 1.    “After more than two years operating under a very complex series of […]

YVR becomes first airport in Canada to achieve Level 4+ Airport Carbon Accreditation by Airports Council International

MUSQUEAM TERRITORY, BC and RICHMOND, BC, Sept. 23, 2022 /CNW/ – Vancouver International Airport (YVR) has received Level 4+ Airport Carbon Accreditation by Airports Council International, making it the first airport in Canada and only one of three in North America to achieve this status. The Level 4+ accreditation recognizes YVR’s role in setting a course for its own carbon reduction while actively working […]

YVR achieves AA- credit rating for the third consecutive year

August 19, 2022 · Musqueam Territory / Richmond, B.C. Vancouver Airport Authority maintains one of the highest airport credit ratings in Canada On August 17, S&P Global Ratings affirmed its AA- long-term issuer credit and senior unsecured debt rating for Vancouver Airport Authority. S&P also upheld its stable outlook, which reflects the steady increase in passenger and […]

Vancouver Airport Authority becomes a Living Wage Employer

August 17, 2022 · Musqueam Territory / Richmond, B.C. Vancouver Airport Authority is pleased to announce its certification as a Living Wage Employer, making Vancouver International Airport (YVR) the first airport in Canada to achieve this designation. As a Living Wage Employer, the Airport Authority pays all 600 of its direct employees at or higher than the […]