Airlines say they will improve travel conditions for people with disabilities
At a summit on better travel conditions for people with disabilities, airlines told MPs and disability advocates that they will work to standardized the process for passengers.
Canada
May 9
‘Trying not to die’: Tourism operators loaded with debt despite rising demand
Tourism has come roaring back from pandemic lows, but operators say the sector has yet to reach pre-COVID levels.
Lifestyle
Apr 23
Nova Scotia premier criticized for travelling to Spain, U.S. without notifying public
Tim Houston confirmed to reporters after a cabinet meeting Thursday that he visited the European country last month to attend a seafood expo.
Politics
May 3
Edmonton fans take ‘bucket list’ trip to L.A. to see Oilers face Kings in playoffs
A group of 13 Edmonton Oilers fan headed to Los Angeles on Thursday to see their team face the Kings in California.
Sports
Apr 26
Air Canada says post-COVID ‘revenge travel’ slowing as profits fall
Air Canada says it lost $81 million in its first quarter, falling below analysts' expectations even as revenue and capacity ramped up.
Money
May 2
Planning a summer trip to Quebec’s Îles-de-la-Madeleine? You’ll have to pay up
The small archipelago northeast of Prince Edward Island is introducing a $30 visitor fee to raise funds for tourist infrastructure, environmental protection and waste management.
Canada
Apr 27
Flyers can travel from Regina to Minneapolis again on direct flights
For the first time in over 9 years, the Regina International Airport now has direct flights to Minneapolis that have many passengers excited.
Canada
Apr 28
‘Mole mobile’ to travel across Quebec to raise awareness about skin cancer
According to Falyn Katz, CEO of Melanoma Canada, "one in three cancers diagnosed is skin cancer. It's actually more common than breast, prostate, lung and colon combined."
Health
May 9
Airline industry weighs ‘heightened’ concerns amid Iran-Israel tensions
Air Canada has joined a slew of international airlines that have halted their flights to Israel following an attack by Iranian missiles and drones.
Canada
Apr 15
Regina airport announces summer plans, including direct flights to Montreal
For the first time at the Regina International Airport, travellers will soon be able to travel directly to Montreal and back via Air Canada.
Canada
May 2
U.S. embassy in Israel restricts travel for employees amid Iran threat
Iran has vowed revenge for the April 1 airstrike on its embassy compound in Damascus, ratcheting up tension in a region already strained by the Gaza conflict
U.S. News
Apr 12
Minimal travel disruptions expected as Winnipeg airport repairs major runway
The 3.4-kilometre stretch of runway is slated to undergo pavement repairs, electrical enhancements and drainage restoration.
Canada
Apr 19
London’s Heathrow Airport anticipates ‘busiest’ summer to date
Heathrow, a global travel hub, says it expects about 82.4 million passengers to travel through the airport this year, despite the possibility of strike-related delays.
Consumer
Apr 24
Speed cameras making positive impact in Guelph, city says
The city says the average speed of vehicles travelling through designated areas was 8 km/h slower.
Canada
May 6
Rocky Mountains’ snowpack levels still 20% below normal: Alberta Environment
Working in pairs with a chartered helicopter pilot, Alberta researchers travel deep into the backcountry, measuring the snow for depth and density.
Environment
Apr 30
London, Ont. train fire: How sparks from locomotive exhaust may have played a role
Just over two weeks after a burning train travelled through London, Ont., the Transportation Safety Board is listing the incident as a Class 5 occurrence.
Canada
May 8
Saskatchewan grants helmet exemption for Sikh motorcyclists headed to Nagar Kirtan parades
Sikhs travelling to the Nagar Kirtan parades in Regina and Saskatoon will be exempt from following helmet laws so they can represent their religious identity by wearing a turban.
Canada
May 9
Ride BC Transit for free in these communities this Earth Day
BC Transit hopes to encourage travellers to switch to transit to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Environment
Apr 22
What Trudeau’s podcast appearances say about Canada’s next election
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau recently appeared on four podcasts as he travels the country talking up the Liberals' latest budget.
Canada
Apr 28
Another case of measles reported in Ontario through travel
Durham Region Health Department says it has a confirmed case of measles in an adult who acquired the illness during a recent travel abroad.
Canada
Apr 4
