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  • Air Canada Suspending Cuba Service in Response to Aviation Fuel Shortage

    Airline will operate empty flights to Cuba to pick up and return customers

    MONTRÉAL, Feb. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Air Canada said that effective today it is suspending its service to Cuba due to an ongoing shortage of aviation fuel on the island. Over the following days, the airline will operate empty flights southbound to pick up approximately 3,000 customers already at destination and return them home.

    Air Canada took the decision following advisories issued by governments (NOTAMs) regarding the unreliability of the aviation fuel supply at Cuban airports. It is projected that as of February 10 aviation fuel will not be commercially available at the island’s airports. For remaining flights, Air Canada will tanker in extra fuel and make a technical stops as necessary to refuel on the return journey if necessary.

    Air Canada will continue to monitor the situation to determine an appropriate restart of normal service to Cuba at a future date.

    Customers

    Air Canada’s immediate priority is to return customers already in Cuba to Canada. It will operate empty ferry flights to the island over the coming days to maintain its regular schedule from Cuba to Canada over the near-term to pick up these customers. Air Canada currently has approximately 3,000 customers in Cuba, most of whom are travelling on Air Canada Vacations Packages.

    Throughout the process, Air Canada and Air Canada Vacations monitored the situation closely, first introducing a flexible rebooking policy for customers travelling to Cuba. Air Canada Vacations is now introducing a refund policy, allowing customers who had scheduled departures to Cuba and experienced flight cancellations to automatically receive a full refund in their original form of payment. There is no need for these customers to contact the Air Canada Vacations’ Contact Centre.

    Customers currently in Cuba who booked an Air Canada Vacations package can receive direct support from Air Canada Vacations’ local representatives, who are available to address any questions or concerns.

    Air Canada Cuba Schedule

    Air Canada operates on average 16 weekly flights to four destinations in Cuba from Toronto and Montreal. These include:

    From Toronto:

    • 4 times weekly to Jardines del Rey Airport in Cayo Coco,
    • 2 times weekly to Frank País Airport in Holguín, 
    • 4 times weekly to Juan Gualberto Gómez Airport in Varadero, 
    • Once weekly to Abel Santamaría Airport in Santa Clara. 

    From Montreal:

    • 3 times weekly to Jardines del Rey Airport in Cayo Coco,
    • 2 times weekly to Juan Gualberto Gómez Airport in Varadero.

    At present, seasonal flights to Holguín and Santa Clara are cancelled for the rest of the season. Flights to Varadero and Cayo Coco are schedule to operate yearround but are currently suspended with a tentative restart, pending review, on May 1. All Flights are normally operated on various narrow body aircraft between Mainline and Rouge. Air Canada will look to redeploy these aircraft to other destinations.

    About Air Canada

    Air Canada is Canada’s largest airline, the country’s flag carrier and a founding member of Star Alliance, the world’s most comprehensive air transportation network. Headquartered in Montréal, Air Canada provides scheduled service directly to more than 180 airports in Canada, the United States and Internationally on six continents. It holds a Four-Star ranking from Skytrax. Air Canada’s Aeroplan program is Canada’s premier travel loyalty program, with more than 10 million members worldwide. Members can earn or redeem points on the world’s largest airline partner network of 45 airlines, plus through an extensive range of merchandise, hotel and car rental partners. Through Air Canada Vacations, it offers more travel choices than any other Canadian tour operator to hundreds of destinations worldwide, with a wide selection of hotels, flights, cruises, day tours, and car rentals. Its freight division, Air Canada Cargo, provides air freight lift and connectivity to hundreds of destinations across six continents using Air Canada’s passenger and freighter aircraft. Air Canada’s climate-related ambition includes a long-term aspirational goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.

  • Air Transat Takes Off for Rio de Janeiro: First Non-Stop Flights from Toronto and Montreal

    MONTREAL, Feb. 6, 2026 /CNW/ – Air Transat, voted World’s Best Leisure Airline at the 2025 Skytrax World Airline Awards, proudly operated its first flights to Rio de Janeiro (GIG) this week. Flight TS272 departed Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) on Wednesday evening, February 4, while flight TS274 took off from YUL Montréal-Trudeau International Airport on Thursday evening, February 5. With these new non-stop services, Air Transat offers travellers seamless access to one of South America’s most iconic destinations and becomes the only airline to connect Montreal directly to Rio de Janeiro.

    Flight TS272 crew – Photo credit: Elaine Fancy (CNW Group/Transat A.T. Inc.)
    Flight TS272 crew – Photo credit: Elaine Fancy (CNW Group/Transat A.T. Inc.)
    Karl Brochu, Vice President of Airport Operations and Air Service Development at ADM; Sebastian Ponce, Chief Revenue Officer at Transat; The Honorable Bárbara Bélkior de Souza e Silva, Deputy Consul General of Brazil in Montreal; and crew members of flight TS2724 – Photo credit: Frédérique Ménard-Aubin (CNW Group/Transat A.T. Inc.)
    Karl Brochu, Vice President of Airport Operations and Air Service Development at ADM; Sebastian Ponce, Chief Revenue Officer at Transat; The Honorable Bárbara Bélkior de Souza e Silva, Deputy Consul General of Brazil in Montreal; and crew members of flight TS2724 – Photo credit: Frédérique Ménard-Aubin (CNW Group/Transat A.T. Inc.)

    The new Toronto–Rio de Janeiro service operates twice weekly, on Wednesdays and Saturdays, until June 10, 2026. The Montreal–Rio de Janeiro route, offered exclusively by Air Transat, runs once weekly on Thursdays until June 4, 2026. Both routes are served by the Airbus A330, ensuring travellers enjoy spacious cabins and a comfortable journey.

    “Inaugurating our non-stop service to Rio de Janeiro from both Toronto and Montreal is a bold step in expanding our South American offering,” said Sebastian Ponce, Transat’s Chief Revenue Officer. “These routes create a direct bridge between Canada and Brazil, making it easier for travellers to experience Rio’s vibrant culture and for families and friends to reunite across continents. And as the only airline offering a non-stop flight from Montreal to Rio, we are proud to provide an exclusive option that brings Canadians and Brazilians closer together.”

    “Travel between Canada and Rio de Janeiro is a growing market, with 44,000 passengers travelling annually between these two markets, nearly half of which arrive and depart from Toronto Pearson,” said Kurush Minocher, Chief Commercial Officer, Toronto Pearson. “Air Transat’s new non-stop service responds directly to this momentum and gives our passengers even more options to reach Brazil and the legendary skyline of Rio de Janeiro. We’re proud to support this route and the opportunities it creates for both business and leisure travellers.”

    “ADM Aéroports de Montréal is delighted to welcome this first non‑stop service to Rio de Janeiro, operated by our partner Air Transat. This new route will give travellers the chance to discover a destination known for its vibrant culture and remarkable diversity,” said Karl Brochu, Vice President, Airport Operations and Air Service Development at ADM. “Beyond boosting tourism, this connection will also strengthen economic, cultural, and family ties between Quebec and Brazil. We extend our sincere thanks to all the Air Transat teams who worked tirelessly to bring this route to life.”

    “Air Transat will commence regular operations in Brazil for the first time, with RIOgaleão and the ‘Marvelous City’ as its gateway to the country. In addition to expanding connectivity with Toronto, the airline will introduce Montreal as a new international destination from Tom Jobim International Airport. This investment in Rio de Janeiro underscores the strength of the local market and the city’s appeal on the global stage,” added Alexandre Monteiro, CEO of RIOgaleão.

    Travellers flying to Rio de Janeiro with Air Transat can also benefit from the airline’s interline partnership with GOL Airlines. From Galeão International Airport (GIG), this agreement provides smooth onward connections to GOL’s extensive network of destinations across Brazil and South America. These include major cities such as São Paulo, Porto Alegre, Recife, Salvador and Belo Horizonte – making it easier than ever to explore Brazil and beyond.

    About Air Transat

    Founded in Montreal in 1987, Air Transat is a leading travel brand voted 2025 World’s Best Leisure Airline by passengers at the Skytrax World Airline Awards. Its program offers access to international destinations, mainly in Europe, the Caribbean, South America and North Africa. Air Transat is recognized for its excellent customer service. Its fleet includes some of the most energy-efficient aircraft in their category. Based in Montreal with major hubs in YUL Montréal-Trudeau International Airport and Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ), it has 5,000 employees with a common purpose to bring people closer together. Air Transat is a business unit of Transat A.T. Inc. (TSX: TRZ). www.airtransat.com

  • Porter Airlines expands Montreal network with new service to Nassau

    New route complements existing service from Toronto and Ottawa

    MONTREAL–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Porter Airlines is inaugurating nonstop flights today between Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and Nassau, The Bahamas (NAS). This marks the airline’s first Caribbean service from Montreal. This winter seasonal service operates up to three times weekly and enhances Porter’s presence in The Bahamas, complementing existing service from Toronto Pearson (YYZ) and Ottawa (YOW). Passengers now have the flexibility to access Nassau from three of Porter’s Eastern Canadian hubs, offering more options for winter getaways.

    thumbnail Porter Airlines expands Montreal network with new service to Nassau

    “Launching our first Caribbean flight from Montreal is a great addition for travellers who want more choice and convenience when planning winter travel,” said Andrew Pierce, vice president, network planning and reporting, Porter Airlines. “Passengers can expect Porter’s elevated economy experience, including no middle seats and thoughtful service.”

    The route is flown by Porter’s Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, configured with 132 seats in a comfortable two-by-two layout. Every passenger also benefits from free, fast WiFi, while enjoying Porter’s signature onboard hospitality that includes complimentary premium Canadian snacks and beer and wine served in glassware.

    Travellers looking for additional comfort and flexibility can choose the all-inclusive PorterReserve fares, which provide benefits such as flexible ticketing options, priority services at the airport and extra legroom seating at the front of the aircraft. PorterReserve customers are also treated to fresh, high-quality meals and premium pre-mixed cocktails. These perks can be added à la carte when booking PorterClassic fares.

    Members of the VIPorter loyalty program can use their points to book trips to sun destinations, with redemptions starting from as low as 10,000 points for a one-way flight.

    Nassau serves as a gateway to The Bahamas, offering visitors immediate access to world-famous beaches, rich local culture, and exceptional hospitality. This new direct link from Montreal connects passengers to the heart of the islands, creating seamless opportunities to explore the diverse attractions in Nassau or connect to the wider archipelago for a unique island-hopping experience.

    Flights are available for booking at flyporter.com and through travel agents.

    Additional Quotes

    “ADM Aéroports de Montréal is thrilled to welcome this flight to Nassau, operated by our partner Porter, which will delight travellers seeking warmth, entertainment, and unforgettable memories. We are very pleased to support Porter in expanding its service offering with its very first international destination at YUL. It’s the diversity of the offer that makes our air service so rich, and we extend our gratitude to the entire Porter team for their relentless efforts in making this a reality.”

    – Karl Brochu, vice president, airport operations and air services development, Aéroports de Montréal (ADM)

    “LPIA is pleased to welcome Porter Airlines’ new nonstop service from Montreal to Nassau. This new route further strengthens our airport’s role as a key regional hub and reflects continued, strategic growth in airlift to The Bahamas. As passenger demand increases, we remain focused on maintaining a careful balance between airport growth and expansion, and service excellence at LPIA. We look forward to continuing to work closely with Porter Airlines and our tourism and aviation partners to ensure the long-term success of this new route.”

    – Vernice Walkine, president & CEO, Nassau Airport Development Company (NAD)

    “The launch of Montreal–Nassau service is a strong vote of confidence in Nassau & Paradise Island. Canada remains a key area for our destination, with interest from Montreal rising and visits to our website up more than 130% from this market. This expanded connectivity strengthens our reach while supporting sustained, demand-led airlift, and we’re pleased to deepen our partnership with Porter Airlines and welcome even more visitors from Canada.”

    – Joy Jibrilu, CEO, Nassau & Paradise Island Promotion Board

    About Porter
    Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves North America, including a coast-to-coast domestic Canadian network, the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®.

  • Porter Summer Schedule Expands Flights Across North America

    New service to Nashville

    Six new routes and more frequency across Canada

    original Porter Airlines is announcing its 2026 summer schedule with new destinations, new routes, added frequencies and the continuation of popular winter markets.

    29 January 2026

    TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Porter Airlines is announcing its 2026 summer schedule with new destinations, new routes, added frequencies and the continuation of popular winter markets.

    Porter’s U.S. network continues to expand with new flights to Nashville International Airport (BNA)—served from Toronto City (YTZ). Boston (BOS) also sees new service from Toronto Pearson (YYZ) and Montreal (YUL).

    Further enhancing service across Canada, Porter is introducing six new routes across Toronto Pearson, Hamilton (YHM) and Ottawa (YOW). Beginning May 1, service in Sudbury (YSB) and Windsor (YQG) moves to Ottawa from Toronto City, providing travellers with non-stop access from these cities to Porter’s growing hub in the national capital and greater connectivity across North America.

    A summary of new destinations and routes follows:

    New routesStart dateFrequency
    Ottawa – WindsorMay 1, 20267x weekly
    Ottawa – SudburyMay 1, 20267x weekly
    Toronto City – Nashville*May 11, 20267x weekly
    Toronto Pearson – Quebec City (returning)May 12, 202612x weekly
    Ottawa – KelownaMay 13, 20265x weekly
    Toronto Pearson – BostonMay 14, 202614x weekly
    Montreal – BostonMay 14, 20267x weekly
    Hamilton – St. John’sMay 15, 20265x weekly
    Hamilton – WinnipegMay 15, 20264x weekly

    *New destination

    In addition to new routes, Porter is increasing capacity for several popular existing seasonal domestic markets, providing even more options for Canadians to explore their own backyard.

    RoutesInitial frequencyNew frequency
    Ottawa – Winnipeg7x weekly12x weekly
    Toronto Pearson – Deer Lake3x weekly5x weekly
    Hamilton – Halifax7x weekly14x weekly

    A number of popular winter seasonal routes are also being extended through summer from Toronto Pearson to Cancun (CUN), Costa Rica (LIR) and Nassau (NAS), Hamilton to Fort Lauderdale (FLL), as well as from Ottawa to Cancun. Porter is the only airline offering travellers access to sun destinations from Ottawa this summer.

    RoutesFrequency
    Toronto Pearson – CancunUp to 6x weekly
    Toronto Pearson – Costa Rica2x weekly
    Toronto Pearson – Nassau2x weekly
    Hamilton – Fort Lauderdale2x weekly
    Ottawa – Cancun3x weekly

    On every flight, passengers enjoy Porter’s signature service, including no middle seats, complimentary wine and beer served in glassware and premium snacks. Routes operated with the new Embraer E195-E2 also have free, fast WiFi available for everyone.

    Full schedule details are available at www.flyporter.com.

    Quotes

    “We are making a substantial increase in flights for Porter this summer, touching on every region we fly to,” said Andrew Pierce, vice president, network planning and reporting, Porter Airlines. “Our overall network is growing by 20%, the fastest rate for any airline in North America, as we continue providing service for more passengers. Our long-standing commitment to a distinct elevated economy experience continues to result in exceptional customer satisfaction.”

    “We are pleased that Porter Airlines is continuing to grow its service from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport with the addition of Nashville,” said RJ Steenstra, president and CEO of the Toronto Port Authority, owner and operator of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. “Famed for its live music scene, creative industries and rich history, Nashville is a strong addition to our growing network of destinations. As Toronto’s downtown airport, we provide a convenient and efficient gateway to key destinations across Canada and the U.S., and we’re excited to make it easier for people to experience all that Nashville has to offer. This service will benefit from the new U.S. CBP Preclearance facility that will open in the coming weeks at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and will offer even greater convenience to our passengers.”

    “Porter Airlines’ arrival at Nashville International Airport (BNA) represents an exciting expansion of our international connectivity,” said Doug Kreulen, president and CEO of the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority (MNAA). “Nonstop access to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) gives our passengers a convenient and highly desirable connection to the heart of Toronto, and it reflects the continued demand we’re seeing from both business and leisure travelers in Middle Tennessee. We’re proud to welcome Porter as our newest airline partner at BNA and look forward to the start of service in May 2026.”

    About Porter
    Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves North America, including a coast-to-coast domestic Canadian network, the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®. Visit www.flyporter.com

  • More Global Choices, More Cities, More Sunshine Next Winter: Air Canada Adds Quito, More Europe Year-Round and Resumes Calgary-Mexico Routes

    • New flights to Quito from Montréal and Toronto start December 2026
    • Toronto-Manchester and Toronto-Copenhagen become year-round as of October 2026, supported by new Airbus A321XLR base in Toronto
    • Expanded winter season service to Rio, Santiago, and Lima
    • New Calgary services to Cancun and Puerto Vallarta launch December 2026
    • Builds on new Vancouver-Sapporo route announced earlier, the only non-stop flights from North America to Hokkaido

    MONTRÉAL, Jan. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Air Canada today announced a strategically expanded winter network that includes the addition of Quito to its network, year-round service to Manchester and Copenhagen, two sun destinations from Calgary, and increased winter services to Latin America destinations. These winter route expansions follow the airline’s plans announced earlier this month to launch the only non-stop flights from North America to Sapporo.

    New flights to Quito from Montréal and Toronto start December 2026

    “With a comprehensive network spanning all six inhabited continents, Air Canada’s expanded winter schedule further cements our hubs as premier global gateways facilitating fast, convenient travel. These exciting new additions and enhancements are a catalyst to facilitating tourism, trade and connectivity, and deliver more compelling opportunities for our customers and Aeroplan Members to travel almost anywhere in the world to, from or via Canada,” said Mark Galardo, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, and President of Cargo at Air Canada.

    “We are continuing our strategic expansion into Latin America, taking advantage of continued demand strength and cargo opportunities, while leveraging a new Airbus A321 XLR base at our Toronto-Pearson global hub to enable year-round service to Copenhagen and Manchester. We are also capitalizing on growing demand and Vancouver’s unique geography to add our first-ever service to Sapporo, the only non-stop from North America to this world-recognized winter leisure destination, while bringing two new options for our brand loyal customers in Calgary seeking out the warmth of Mexico’s beaches,” he concluded.

    Flights are available for purchase now at aircanada.com

    Quito, Ecuador’s capital known for its rich history, will be served three times per week from Montréal, and one flight per week from Toronto, both starting in early December onboard a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner with a choice of Signature Class, Premium Economy and Economy cabins. Air Canada’s flights to Quito have been designed to connect at both its Toronto and Montreal global hubs to facilitate convenient, easy travel to and from North America and Europe.

    In South America, Air Canada is expanding its schedule to Brazil, Peru and Chile, with earlier starts and more frequencies on services to Rio and Lima as well as its newly-launched flights between Montreal and Santiago. Into Colombia, Air Canada’s flights to Bogota will operate onboard the Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet featuring a three-cabin configuration offering the airline’s industry-recognized Signature Class cabin with lie-flat seating.

    Flights from Toronto to Manchester and Copenhagen will become year-round as of October, further building scale at Air Canada’s primary global hub. Both routes will be operated onboard the airline’s newest fleet type, the Airbus A321XLR featuring the first Air Canada narrow-body aircraft to offer Signature Class lie-flat seats. These additions are enabled by the airline’s new Airbus A321 XLR base at Toronto-Pearson, complementing a previously announced base at Montreal-Trudeau.

    Air Canada’s customers in Calgary will now be able to fly non-stop to Cancun and Puerto Vallarta as of December. Operated with Air Canada Rouge’s fleet of Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, featuring premium and economy cabins, free beer, wine and premium Canadian snacks for all customers, plus fast, free wi-fi for all Aeroplan Members**, flights to Cancun will be offered four times per week, with three flights a week to Puerto Vallarta. 

    Quito flights*:

    FlightFromToDepartsArrivesDays of OperationSeason
    AC962Montréal (YUL)Quito (UIO)17:4000:10 +1 DayWed, Fri, SunDec. 4, 2026 – Mar. 26, 2027
    AC963Quito (UIO)Montréal (YUL)09:0015:15Mon, Thu, SatDec. 5, 2026 – Mar. 27, 2027
    AC960Toronto (YYZ)Quito (UIO)17:5500:10 +1 DaySatDec. 5, 2026 – Mar. 20, 2027
    AC961Quito (UIO)Toronto (YYZ)09:0015:10SunDec. 6, 2026 – Mar. 21, 2027

    Year-round Europe flights*:

    FlightFromToDepartsArrivesDays of OperationSeason
    AC908Toronto (YYZ)Manchester (MAN)21:0009:00 +1 DayMon, Wed, Fri, SunYear-round, effective Oct. 25, 2026
    AC909Manchester (MAN)Toronto (YYZ)12:0015:05Mon, Tue, Thu, SatYear-round, effective Oct. 26, 2026
    AC828Toronto (YYZ)Copenhagen (CPH)21:1510:15 +1 DayTue, Thu, SatYear-round, effective Oct. 27, 2026
    AC829Copenhagen (CPH)Toronto (YYZ)11:4514:45Wed, Fri, SunYear-round, effective Oct. 28, 2026

    Calgary sun flights*:

    FlightFromToDepartsArrivesDays of OperationSeason
    AC2120Calgary (YYC)Cancun (CUN)8:3015:50Mon, Wed, Fri, SunDec. 11, 2026 – April 11, 2027
    AC2121Cancun (CUN)Calgary (YYC)16:5021:00Mon, Wed, Fri, SunDec. 11, 2026 – April 11, 2027
    AC2122Calgary (YYC)Puerto Vallarta (PVR)10:5016:40Tue, Thu, SatDec. 10, 2026 – April 10, 2027
    AC2123Puerto Vallarta (PVR)Calgary (YYC)17:4021:45Tue, Thu, SatDec. 10, 2026 – April 10, 2027

    Expanded Latin America routes:

    RouteWinter 2026-27 vs. Winter 2025-26
    Toronto-RioFlights resume Oct. 24, 2026, 6 weeks earlier than in 2025
    Toronto-LimaFlights resume Oct. 24, 2026, 6 weeks earlier than in 2025
    Increasing to 3 weekly flights from 2 weekly flights in 2025
    Montreal-LimaFlights resume Oct. 25, 2026, 6 weeks earlier than in 2025
    Increasing to 3 weekly flights from 2 weekly flights in 2025
    Montreal-SantiagoFlights resume Nov. 26, 2026, 3 weeks earlier than in 2025
    Increasing to 4 weekly flights from 3 weekly flights in 2025
    Montreal-BogotaIncreasing to 4 weekly flights from 3 weekly flights in 2025

    *Schedule times are subject to change
    **Sponsored by Bell

    About Air Canada

    Air Canada is Canada’s largest airline, the country’s flag carrier and a founding member of Star Alliance, the world’s most comprehensive air transportation network. Headquartered in Montréal, Air Canada provides scheduled service directly to more than 180 airports in Canada, the United States and Internationally on six continents. It holds a Four-Star ranking from Skytrax. Air Canada’s Aeroplan program is Canada’s premier travel loyalty program, with more than 10 million members worldwide. Members can earn or redeem points on the world’s largest airline partner network of 45 airlines, plus through an extensive range of merchandise, hotel and car rental partners. Through Air Canada Vacations, it offers more travel choices than any other Canadian tour operator to hundreds of destinations worldwide, with a wide selection of hotels, flights, cruises, day tours, and car rentals. Its freight division, Air Canada Cargo, provides air freight lift and connectivity to hundreds of destinations across six continents using Air Canada’s passenger and freighter aircraft. Air Canada’s climate-related ambition includes a long-term aspirational goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050

  • ADM Aéroports de Montréal Appoints Jerome Conraud as Vice President Strategy, Planning, and Sustainability

    MONTRÉAL, Dec. 17, 2025 /CNW/ – Yves Beauchamp, President and CEO of ADM Aéroports de Montréal, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jerome Conraud as Vice President Strategy, Planning, and Sustainability. Mr. Conraud began his career at ADM in October 2024 as Assistant Vice President Strategy and Governance, Airport Planning.

    Jerome Conraud – ADM Aéroports de Montréal (CNW Group/Aéroports de Montréal)
    Jerome Conraud – ADM Aéroports de Montréal (CNW Group/Aéroports de Montréal)

    With over 20 years of professional experience, Jerome Conraud has previously held several key positions at McGill University. As Director of the Physical Infrastructure Portfolio, he oversaw capital project planning in line with the institution’s strategic priorities. He developed the university’s asset maintenance plan for one of the largest real estate portfolios in the province and served as Director of Utilities and Energy Management Services. In this role, he led energy efficiency initiatives and contributed to the implementation of the university’s Climate and Sustainability Action Plan. Additionally, he spearheaded the drafting of McGill’s decarbonization roadmap.

    His career has also led him to play a leading role at the Office municipal d’habitation de Montréal, serving as Director of Energy. He has been involved with various associations, notably as a board member of Réseau Énergie et Bâtiment and as a founding member of the Montréal chapter of Sustainable Labs Canada.

    Jerome Conraud is recognized for his ability to transform organizational objectives into concrete strategies. His expertise is based on an integrated understanding of the energy, operational, and environmental issues specific to large institutions. This makes him the ideal person to support ADM in its next phase of development. His team’s mandate is to strengthen the organization’s capacity to achieve its goals and support the development of sustainable infrastructure amid significant challenges.

    An engineer by training, Jerome Conraud also holds a Master of Applied Science (MASc) in Building Engineering from Concordia University and a Graduate Diploma (D.E.S.S.) in Management and Sustainability from HEC Montréal.

    He has held his position since November 25, 2025.

    About ADM Aéroports de Montréal
    ADM Aéroports de Montréal is the airport authority for the Greater Montréal area responsible for the management, operation and development of YUL Montréal-Trudeau International Airport, certified 4 stars under the Skytrax World Airport Star Rating program, and YMX International Aerocity of Mirabel.

  • YUL Montréal Trudeau International Airport: Holiday Travel Tips

    MONTRÉAL, Dec. 16, 2025 /CNW/ – With the holiday season being a particularly busy time for airports around the world, ADM Aéroports de Montréal expects to welcome many travellers to YUL Montréal Trudeau International Airport in the coming weeks amidst major construction work on the airport site. With this in mind, the organization is providing recommendations for passengers and airport users to minimize the impact on their experience and help them better prepare for their visit.

    YUL is undergoing major changes to better serve its users, so all passengers are strongly advised to plan their visit and arrive at the airport at least three hours before their flight’s departure time, regardless of their destination. Additionally, due to the permanent closure of the multi-level parking facility and P5 EconoParc, the number of available parking spaces at YUL has decreased. During this busy period, passengers must check the current occupancy of available parking lots online and reserve their place to secure it. Those who have not reserved a parking space should consider alternative transportation options, as there may be no parking available upon arrival.

    Before leaving

    Getting ready

    • Check the status and schedule of your flight before heading to YUL by visiting the ADM website or contacting your airline.
    • Plan your movements using the YUL Transit Planner and take the time to check road conditions and traffic by consulting Québec 511 before heading to the airport.
    • Review the various public transport options available in your area to get to the airport.
    • Reserve your parking space in advance if you wish to come by car, as availability is limited during the holiday season.
    • Pack your carry-on baggage carefully for the security checkpoint to facilitate the process. Place wrapped gifts in checked baggage (hold baggage). If this is not possible, we remind you that gifts placed in carry-on baggage (cabin baggage) must not be wrapped.
    • Check with your airline to determine the accepted size of your carry-on baggage and the maximum weight of your checked baggage.

    Arrive early 

    • Ask your driver to drop you off at the Express drop-off located near the P4 parking facility or the one at the P10. Free and open 24/7, these alternate drop-off points allow you to avoid traffic congestion and are served by a frequent shuttle service that provides access to the terminal in five minutes.
    • Arrive at the airport 3 hours before your flight departure, regardless of your destination, to complete the pre-boarding process.
    • Go through security checks as soon as you have completed your check-in.
    • For faster access to airport processes, make use of the free services offered at YUL:

    Returning home

    • Simplify your arrival in Canada by completing your customs and immigration declaration for the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) using ArriveCan 72 hours prior to your arrival. The use of this application reduces the processing time for travellers in the border control zone.
    • To avoid waiting, you can pay for parking online on your mobile device 15 minutes before leaving the airport. Simply scan the QR code on your parking ticket and follow the instructions.

    Picking up passengers

    • Prioritize the Express drop-off area located near the P4 parking facility to pick up your loved ones. Make sure that the passenger you are picking up has arrived before heading there. If they haven’t arrived yet, use the CellParc holding lot. You can stay there for free for up to 2 hours.

    For any other questions related to your trip, please visit the “Questions and Answers” section of the ADM website. Once you arrive at the airport, don’t hesitate to approach one of our red-jacketed ambassadors to help you find your way around the terminal. Finally, a representative from the YUL Satisfaction team can assist you in real time online through our YULChat chat service.

    About ADM Aéroports de Montréal

    ADM Aéroports de Montréal is the airport authority for the Greater Montréal area responsible for the management, operation and development of YUL Montréal-Trudeau International Airport, certified 4-stars under the Skytrax World Airport Star Rating program, and YMX International Aerocity of Mirabel.

  • Air Transat Inaugurates Exclusive Montreal-Guadalajara and Year‑Round Quebec City-Fort‑de‑France Routes

    MONTREAL, Dec. 15, 2025 /CNW/ – Air Transat, named 2025 World’s Best Leisure Airline by Skytrax for the seventh time, marked an exciting milestone on December 13 with the launch of its first-ever non-stop flight between YUL Montréal-Trudeau International Airport and Guadalajara International Airport (GDL). The inaugural TS336 flight marked the start of this new service.

    The new service that runs twice weekly – Thursdays and Saturdays – is now offered until June 27, 2026. This is Air Transat’s sixth Mexican destination, reinforcing its status as Montreal’s top carrier to the South.

    Additionally, on December 14, Air Transat operated its first non-stop flight between Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) and Martinique Aimé Césaire International Airport (FDF). This inaugural service, designated TS696, marks the start of a year-round route that gives travellers from Quebec City a convenient gateway to the French Antilles.

    “The addition of Guadalajara from Montreal and Fort-de-France from Quebec City reflects our commitment to offering travellers even more ways to explore vibrant destinations,” said Sebastian Ponce, Transat’s Chief Revenue Officer. “These new routes not only enrich our network but also create meaningful connections – whether it’s immersing in Mexico’s cultural heart, connecting our Mexican community in Quebec, or enjoying Martinique’s unique charm – all with the convenience and comfort Air Transat is known for.”

    Both new routes are operated using the Airbus A321LR, an aircraft recognized for its efficiency and passenger comfort. The cabin design combines ergonomic seating with a modern inflight entertainment system, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable journey. Travellers can choose between Economy and Club Class, both of which offer Air Transat’s signature service and attention to detail.

    Quotes from Air Transat’s Partners

    For the inaugural flight from Montreal to Guadalajara:

    Amélie Dionne, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for the Bas-Saint-Laurent and Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine Regions
    “Our government is proud to support the new non-stop Montréal–Guadalajara route, made possible through the Program for the development of direct air links to Quebec. This initiative reflects our commitment to improving the accessibility of our territory while enhancing Quebec’s tourism offering. I congratulate Air Transat and its teams on achieving this important milestone.”

    Christopher Skeete, Minister of International Relations and La Francophonie, Minister responsible for Relations with English-speaking Québecers, Minister responsible for the Fight against Racism and Minister responsible for the Laval Region
    “This new direct flight between Montréal and Guadalajara solidifies the privileged relationship that Québec has maintained with the State of Jalisco for the past twenty years. The opportunities that bring this new connection for our Québec entrepreneurs, artists, and researchers are immense. On one hand, it will open the doors to one of Mexico’s largest tourism industries, and on the other, it will facilitate breaking into a new market, especially Guadalajara’s one, which is experiencing a strong growth in the technology and creative industries sectors. Our local team at the Québec Government Office in Mexico is ready to provide advice or logistical support in that matter.”

    Michelle Fridman, Secretary of Tourism of Jalisco
    “It is important to emphasize what the opening of an additional flight from Canada represents for tourism in Jalisco, as we have recorded a notable increase in air traffic from January to October 2025, with 5,365 operations between Canada and Jalisco, representing an 8% increase compared to 2024. Of these, 562 operations correspond specifically to the route between Canada and Guadalajara, with an impressive growth of 368% compared to the previous year. Thus, the opening of this new direct route from Guadalajara to Montreal, starting on December 13 and operated by a renowned airline like Air Transat, boosts the arrival of more tourists to the state and aligns with our expansion plans, generating optimal travel conditions for the Canadian and Jalisco markets. This constitutes an excellent opportunity to strengthen our ties and reaffirm an essential aspect: in Jalisco, we warmly welcome Canadian travellers.”

    Karl Brochu, Vice President, Airport Operations and Air Services Development, ADM
    “ADM Aéroports de Montréal is pleased to welcome this new route to Guadalajara offered by our partner, Air Transat, which will allow travellers to discover a vibrant tourist destination with a rich culture. This new route will benefit all travellers eager for memorable experiences and sunshine. We would like to thank all the Air Transat teams who worked tirelessly to develop this connection.”

    Cryshtian Amador Lizardi, Airport Director, Guadalajara International Airport (GDL)
    “Guadalajara International Airport continues to strengthen its position as a regional hub for Canadian travellers through new connections like this important route to Montreal. We are proud to welcome Air Transat to our growing commercial offering, at an airport that served more than 17.8 million passengers in 2024 and is currently undergoing major infrastructure upgrades that will elevate the travel experience for all passengers.”

    Gustavo Staufert, Executive Director of the Guadalajara Convention & Visitors Bureau
    “The launch of the Montreal–Guadalajara route with Air Transat marks a historic moment for our destination, bringing together two vibrant and deeply cultural cities. It strengthens our traffic and friendship with Canada and creates a bridge that will allow more Canadian visitors to discover and fall in love with everything Guadalajara has to offer. We are confident that this new connection will significantly boost tourism revenue and strengthen the sector in our city. Congratulations on this excellent news, which we celebrate with great enthusiasm.”

    For the inaugural flight from Quebec City to Fort-de-France:

    Stéphane Poirier, President and CEO, Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB)
    “We are delighted to see Air Transat once again enhancing its winter offering from Québec City with the addition of Martinique. This iconic Caribbean destination represents a new opportunity for travellers to escape to warmer climes and exceptional landscapes. Season after season, Air Transat demonstrates its commitment to offering a varied and attractive schedule from Québec City, and we are confident that this new route will win the hearts of our passengers.”

    Bénédicte di Geronimo, President, Martinique Tourism Authority
    “The launch of this new direct route from Quebec City is fantastic news for Martinique. It brings our two destinations closer together and gives Quebec travellers easier, faster, and more inspiring access to our landscapes, culture, and art de vivre. This route embodies new opportunities for escape, discovery, and connection. We are delighted to welcome even more visitors from Quebec and share with them all that our island has to offer.”

    About Air Transat
    Founded in Montreal in 1987, Air Transat is a leading travel brand voted 2025 World’s Best Leisure Airline by passengers at the Skytrax World Airline Awards. Its program offers access to international destinations, mainly in Europe, the Caribbean, the east coast of the United States, South America and North Africa. Air Transat is recognized for its excellent customer service. Its fleet includes some of the most energy-efficient aircraft in their category. Based in Montreal with major hubs in YUL Montréal-Trudeau International Airport and Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ), it has 5,000 employees with a common purpose to bring people closer together. Air Transat is a business unit of Transat A.T. Inc. airtransat.com

  • Aero celebrates Celebrates 15 Years Connecting Mexico and Canada

    A decade of flights to Toronto and Vancouver, and 15 years to Montreal

    Mexico City, December 3, 2025. — Aeromexico celebrates three important milestones in its operations to Canada: 15 years of flying to Montreal, as well as 10 years of connecting with Toronto and Vancouver. These destinations represent not only key routes for air connectivity between the two countries, but also a cultural, tourist, and economic bridge that has grown steadily for more than a decade.

    Over the past 15 years, the airline has connected Canada with Mexico through more than 30,000 flights.

    So far in 2025, Aeromexico has carried more than 325,000 passengers, meanwhile, between December and March, the airline will operate more than 110 monthly flights connecting the two countries, using 737 MAX, the most efficient aircraft models.

    “Canada has long been a key destination for Aeromexico. Commemorating these anniversaries reaffirms our dedication to connectivity, tourism, and the close relationship between our countries,” said Pepe Zapata, Vice President of Sales for Canada, United States, and Latin America. “We are committed to providing passengers with the highest quality onboard experience, enhanced by advanced technology and modern aircraft like the Boeing 737 MAX, which delivers superior comfort and efficiency.”

    From Canadian airports, local representatives also highlighted the collaboration and results of this long-term relationship:

    “ADM Aéroports de Montréal has had the pleasure of playing host to Aeroméxico, a national airline with an extensive network, at YUL for 15 years now. With its flights to the Mexican capital, our long-standing airline partner gives travellers access to magnificent landscapes, historic neighbourhoods and a rich culinary heritage, and I’d like to thank them for enhancing the offerings of our international airport,” said Karl Brochu, Vice President, Airport Operations and Air Services Development at ADM. “Thanks to this connection, companies have found new growth opportunities, tourists have discovered a fascinating new destination, and friends and families have been brought closer together. Congratulations to Aeromexico, and here’s to many more years of celebration!” 

    “Aeromexico has played a significant role in connecting Mexico to Vancouver, and Canada, since it began operating at YVR in 2015,” said Andy Margolis, Vice President, Operations and Chief Operations Officer at Vancouver International Airport. “The airline’s service, including its direct flights to Mexico City, is integral to fostering travel, trade and tourism between our two countries and beyond into Latin America. This is a significant milestone in its commitment to connecting Vancouver, and we look forward to continued growth ahead.”

    “We wish to congratulate Aeroméxico on a decade of partnership at Toronto Pearson. As Mexico’s flagship carrier, Aeroméxico’s daily round-trip flights between Mexico City and Toronto help connect travellers to these two vibrant cities,” said Kurush Minocher, Chief Commercial Officer, Toronto Pearson. “This soaring achievement underscores the airline’s dedication to providing seamless travel and strengthening the important ties between Canada and Mexico.”

     With 74 international routes and 55 within Mexico, Aeromexico continues to expand its network, focusing on innovation, connectivity, and service. Among its main differentiators are its Premier Cabin with hot meals included, the best in-flight entertainment, personal screens, free messaging during the flight, Bluetooth for connecting wireless headphones, and much more.

     Aeromexico celebrates this milestone with the firm commitment of flying higher.

    About Grupo Aeromexico

    Grupo Aeromexico, S.A.B. de C.V., is a holding company with subsidiaries engaged in commercial and cargo aviation in Mexico, training, assistance, and maintenance, as well as the control of its passenger loyalty program: Aeromexico, Aeromexico Connect, Aeromexico Cargo, Aeromexico Formacion, Aeromexico Servicios and Aeromexico Rewards. The company is Mexico’s global airline and has its main hub at Mexico City International Airport. Its destinations network features Mexico, the United States, Canada, Central America, South America, Asia, and Europe. The Group’s operating fleet is comprised of Boeing 787 and 737 jet airliners and Embraer 190 models. Aeromexico is a founding member of the SkyTeam airline alliance, which celebrated its 25th anniversary and serves 184 countries with its 18 SkyTeam airline partners.

  • DM Aéroports de Montréal wins Eureka Award for its Innovated De-icing Agent with Reduced Environmental Footprint

    MONTRÉAL, Dec. 1, 2025 /CNW/ – ADM Aéroports de Montréal is delighted to announce that it has won the 2025 Eureka Award in the Transportation Organization category, presented by Écotech Québec, for developing and successfully testing its new ECOWAY50 de-icing fluid in collaboration with Electro Carbon. This accolade recognizes the quality and innovation of the project and demonstrates the ability of Québec companies to develop sustainable and competitive solutions for the aeronautical industry.

    ADM tested this clean technology at its YMX International Aerocity of Mirabel site as part of its drive to implement more sustainable, efficient and responsible airport operations. It offers performance equivalent to conventional de-icers while having a reduced environmental footprint.

    “ADM is more committed than ever to conducting its activities in accordance with sustainability principles. This project reflects our determination to integrate clean technologies tailored to the specific context of our airport operations. It also promotes local sourcing and represents a tangible contribution to the fight against climate change. I would like to congratulate the ADM teams as well as those of our partner, Electro Carbon, who are working diligently to turn this ambition into reality,” said Donald Desrosiers, Deputy Vice President, Infrastructure and Life Cycle of ADM.

    “This recognition confirms that it is possible to combine operational performance, safety and a reduced environmental footprint,” said Martin Larocque, President and CEO of Electro Carbon Inc. “We are proud to have collaborated with ADM to demonstrate in real-world conditions that a cleaner solution can meet the highest standards for airport winter operations.”

    The results obtained with this potassium formate-based solution, certified to AMS 1435E, demonstrate significant environmental potential:

    • 9.6% lower greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions than a conventional de-icer, according to ISO 14064-2;
    • Increased biodegradability and a significant reduction in biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) and chemical oxygen demand (COD);
    • Performance equivalent to that of traditional products, while maintaining the highest operational and safety standards.

    Following the success of this pilot project, ADM decided to gradually integrate the new de-icer into its airport operations at both the YMX International Aerocity of Mirabel site and YUL Montréal-Trudeau International Airport.

    About ADM Aéroports de Montréal

    ADM Aéroports de Montréal is the airport authority for the Greater Montréal area responsible for the management, operation and development of YUL Montréal-Trudeau International Airport, certified 4 stars under the Skytrax World Airport Star Rating program, and YMX International Aerocity of Mirabel.