Canada Jetlines says it has received its air operating certificate (AOC) from Transport Canada, which will allow Canada’s newest airline to begin operations. Securing the AOC confirms that Canada Jetlines has all required professional capabilities and adheres to all safety regulations needed for aircraft operations as defined by Transport Canada. Canada Jetlines added it will be releasing new destinations and “updated scheduling shortly,” according to OpenJaw.com. “The entire team at Canada Jetlines is thrilled to obtain our AOC after meeting all necessary operation standards and passing all inspections,” said Eddy Doyle, CEO of Canada Jetlines. “We thank Transport Canada and Read more
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In a move it hopes will modernize and expedite the travel experience at Canadian airports, the Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) is now providing travellers the option to submit their customs and immigration declaration up to 72 hours in advance of their arrival in Canada through ArriveCAN. The Advance CBSA Declaration optional feature is currently available for international travellers arriving at Toronto Pearson, Montreal-Trudeau, and Vancouver international airports. In the coming months, the optional feature will also become available to travellers arriving at Winnipeg, Halifax, Calgary, Edmonton, Billy Bishop, Ottawa and Quebec City international airports. By submitting their customs and Read more
Published reports say Canada’s newest leisure carrier, Canada Jetlines, has officially launched reservations for departures starting August 15. In a report at OpenJaw.com, the airline said that, pending final government approval, it plans to launch flights that day between Toronto Pearson and both Winnipeg and Moncton. “Canada Jetlines is fully staffed and ready to fly. As a start-up during the pandemic, we emphasize preparation and collaboration and are currently equipped to accommodate and welcome guests to travel with us,” said Eddy Doyle, CEO of Canada Jetlines. “Our team is particularly appreciative of the ongoing support from the various government agencies Read more
It’s almost Canada Day weekend. Here are 21 questions I came up with this morning. Hope you enjoy the quiz! What city/town is not in British Columbia? A. Spuzzum B. Ecum Secum C. Barkerville D. Tofino 2. What European city is roughly the same latitude as Toronto? A. Stockholm B. London C. Florence D. Munich 3. Where would you find the Carcross Desert? A. British Columbia B. Alberta C. Saskatchewan D. Yukon 4. What is the easternmost point in Canada? A. Cape Disappointment B. Cape Spear C. Cape St. John’s D. Cape Read more
After more than two years of research, surveys and engaging Winnipeggers from a broad spectrum of backgrounds, Economic Development Winnipeg is excited to launch, Winnipeg: Made from what’s real. This new place brand, created in partnership with Travel Manitoba, will be used to market the city to the world and attract more talent, investment and visitors to the city. “Our mission is to make Winnipeg matter to those most likely to love it here and instill community pride in those who call Winnipeg home,” officials said. “There has always been a realness and sincerity to how Winnipeggers talk about this Read more
