Air Canada News
Air Canada Elevates In-flight Dining Experience with 100+ New Recipes and Enhanced Services
Air Canada has announced a significant upgrade to its in-flight dining experience, introducing over 100 new rotating seasonal recipes alongside tantalizing snacks and beverages for all passengers. The airline’s revamped culinary program highlights Canadian entrepreneurs, chefs, and local ingredients, showcasing diverse flavors and reflecting the country’s rich culinary landscape.
Air Canada Partners with Colleges to Support Diversity in Aviation with New Scholarships
Air Canada has announced a collaboration with seven colleges nationwide to offer financial assistance to students identifying as women or visible minorities pursuing studies as Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AMEs). Each recipient will receive a $1,500 scholarship and the opportunity for a work placement at Air Canada Maintenance.
Air Canada Achieves Strong Operational Performance During Holiday Travel Season
Air Canada reported robust operational performance during the year-end holiday travel period, transporting nearly 2.6 million customers safely. The airline achieved its best operational results in a decade, completing 98% of scheduled flights with an on-time performance of 70%. Highlights include a 10% increase in customers compared to the same period in 2022, a significant improvement in on-time performance, reduced flight cancellations, and improved baggage handling.
Air Canada Enters Historic Partnership with Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL)
Air Canada has announced a groundbreaking partnership with the new Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) as the Inaugural Premier Partner and Official Airline for the league’s first six teams.
Air Canada Holiday Spot Shares the Joy of Reuniting with Loved Ones this Festive Season
In keeping with tradition, Air Canada is again weaving festive magic into the hearts of Canadians this year with the launch of its latest holiday spot. Released today, the 1:30 minute spot captures the joy of reuniting with loved ones at the most wonderful time of the year.
Air Canada Customers Can Now Track their Baggage and Mobility Aids while Travelling in Canada
Air Canada today introduced a new feature to the Air Canada mobile app to enable customers traveling within Canada to track the progress of their baggage and mobility aid in real time at key points as it moves with them throughout their journey. The new tracking feature is designed to provide travellers with added confidence and improve the overall customer experience through greater convenience.
Air Canada Receives Recognition for Outstanding Commitment to Employment Equity
Air Canada has been honored with two awards at the Employment Equity Achievement Awards, presented by Federal Minister of Labour and Seniors, The Honourable Seamus O’Regan. The airline was recognized for its exceptional commitment to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion. Air Canada received the “Outstanding Commitment to Employment Equity” award for its holistic CARE approach, focusing on community outreach, accountability, representation, engagement, and belonging.
Air Canada First to Offer Disney+ Originals In-Flight Entertainment Worldwide
Air Canada has made aviation history by becoming the first airline globally to provide Disney+ Originals as part of its in-flight entertainment (IFE) system. This collaboration with Disney offers passengers, both young and old, the opportunity to enjoy a wide range of Disney+ Originals, including popular series like Loki Season 1 and Obi-Wan Kenobi.
Air Canada’s Inaugural Flight from Vancouver Arrives in Dubai
Four times weekly seasonal flights complement Air Canada’s daily year-round service between Toronto and Dubai
Air Canada Unveils First Upgraded Airbus A321 with an All New Interior
Cabin improvements include larger overhead bins, new seating, and a state-of-the-art in-flight entertainment system
Air Canada and Hopper Partner to Offer Travellers More Freedom and Flexibility
Air Canada has announced a partnership with Hopper, giving the airline’s customers more freedom and flexibility to change their travel plans when booking on aircanada.com (Canadian edition). For a fee, travellers can now add Cancel for Any Reason to eligible non-refundable fare types booked on the Air Canada website, offering additional peace of mind.
Emirates Expands Codeshare Partnership with Air Canada to Include Montréal
Codeshare partnership between Emirates and Air Canada extends to flights between 11 domestic Canadian points and Montréal