Flying In Canada

• WestJet CEO calls for federal review of how airports, aviation infrastructure are funded in Canada

  The WestJet CEO says fees charged to airlines, businesses and passengers through ticket surcharges drive up the cost of flying in Canada.

  Canada

  May 22, 2024
  
• Air Canada may raise fares to shore up net losses despite tripling revenue in Q1

  Air Canada's CEO said Tuesday that the year-over-year improvement in the airline's results is clear evidence that the COVID-19 recovery is underway.

  Economy

  Apr 26, 2022
  
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• WestJet aims for turnaround after turbulent year that saw profits plummet

  Westjet says it aims to lift its lagging profits over the next four years, after soaring fuel costs, labour unrest, and steep competition saw profits plunge.

  Canada

  Dec 4, 2018
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• Garneau, senators at odds over air passenger rights bill delay

  The legislation would set rules and fines for airlines when issues arise such as lost luggage or overbooked flights.

  Consumer

  Dec 12, 2017
• New WestJet discount airline service delayed until next year

  The Calgary-based airline says it expects to announce the initial flight schedule early in 2018 with service expected to start in the summer of next year.

  Canada

  Aug 1, 2017
• Stop bumping passengers from overbooked flights, Ottawa tells airlines

  The federal transport minister is urging the country's airlines to voluntarily stop removing passengers from full flights against their will before its legislation banning the practice comes into force.

  Canada

  May 19, 2017
• WestJet, Air Canada facing lawsuit over bag fees

  Canada's two major airlines, WestJet and Air Canada, are facing accusations they worked together in introducing fees for checked bags.

  Canada

  Sep 27, 2016