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WestJet summer schedule bolsters connectivity across Saskatchewan with expanded domestic service

REGINA/SASKATOON, SK, Nov. 18, 2024 /CNW/ – WestJet’s summer 2025 schedule expands Saskatchewan’s connectivity with 20 per cent with province-wide growth in seat capacity, cementing the airline’s position as Saskatchewan’s number one air carrier. With 23 per cent growth in seat capacity from Regina and 19 per cent growth from Saskatoon, guests from across Saskatchewan will benefit from enhanced non-stop connections this summer, fulfilling the province’s demand for […]

WestJet unveils comprehensive summer schedule, strengthening connectivity with 10 per cent growth in seat capacity across its network

Enhanced domestic, transborder and intercontinental connections pave the way for cross-country economic growth and expanded opportunities for business and leisure travel CALGARY, AB, Nov. 18, 2024 /CNW/ – Today WestJet announced its complete summer schedule for 2025, featuring 10 per cent growth network wide and domestic growth of 12 per cent. As the airline introduces two new domestic […]

WestJet extends service between Winnipeg and Orlando year-round with expansive summer 2025 schedule

Airline builds on its recent addition of Nashville route, with extended full summer service WINNIPEG, MB, Nov. 18, 2024 /CNW/ – Today WestJet announced its comprehensive summer 2025 schedule, including significant capacity growth and the extension of service between Winnipeg and Orlando to year round. In addition, following the successful two-month trial of Winnipeg-Nashville service in fall 2024, this popular route will return for the […]

WestJet Group and the Winnipeg Airports Authority (WAA) outline partnership achievements, showcasing enhanced connectivity and record-breaking strategic growth

With over 2.4 million seats serving Winnipeg this year, WestJet and the WAA continue to strengthen travel options for both business and leisure in Manitoba’s capital  CALGARY, AB, Oct. 4, 2024 /CNW/ – Today, the WestJet Group met with the WAA to deliver a progress update on the airline’s successful growth strategy for Winnipeg, highlighting an impressive 21 per cent growth for […]

The WestJet Group further solidifies its position as Canada’s leisure champion with expanded 737 service to sun destinations

New flights to Tulum, Mexico and Grenada added for winter 2024/2025 The WestJet Group continues to strengthen its transborder, sun and domestic network CALGARY, AB, May 21, 2024 /CNW/ – The WestJet Group today announced further network expansion with the addition of new service to Tulum, Mexico and the island of Grenada in the Caribbean, bolstering the Group’s extensive leisure portfolio this winter. Additionally, the airline is […]

Porter Inaugurates Ottawa – Winnipeg Route

Frequency also doubling across multiple western markets from Ottawa Porter Airlines is celebrating non-stop service between Ottawa International Airport (YOW) and Winnipeg Richardson International Airport (YWG), beginning today with one daily roundtrip flight. (Photo: Business Wire) May 16, 2024 09:02 AM Eastern Daylight Time OTTAWA, Ontario–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Porter Airlines is celebrating non-stop service between Ottawa International […]

Winnipeg Airports Authority investing in extensive runway rehabilitation project

April 19, 2024 Categories: At YWG As part of Winnipeg Airports Authority’s commitment to providing critical infrastructure to help meet the needs of our community, a significant construction project will be undertaken to upgrade one of the runways at Winnipeg Richardson International Airport. Runway 18/36 will undergo extensive pavement repairs, electrical upgrades, and drainage restoration. […]

Winnipeg YWG Introducing the Goldwings

“It’s a great feeling when you can assist a passenger,” shares Linda, a Goldwings volunteer for more than six years. “Even the smallest gesture can make a huge impact on someone’s day.”  Since its establishment in 1997, the Goldwings volunteer program at Winnipeg Richardson International Airport has been a shining example of service within Canada’s […]

Fast Air Expands Private Aviation Services at Abbotsford International Airport, Abbotsford, BC

ABBOTSFORD, BC, April 8, 2024 /CNW/ – Fast Air, a prominent name in Canada’s aviation industry, proudly announces the expansion of its elite private aviation services at the Abbotsford International Airport, catering to the growing demands of the Vancouver lower mainland. Fast Air is renowned for its extensive experience in operating turboprop and business-jet aircraft, offering a diverse fleet for direct travel to destinations […]