Canadian airlines

Fears that WestJet pilots might soon go on strike are looming over travellers who have tickets booked with the Calgary-based airline. The Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA), the union representing WestJet pilots, who are seeking…

Ross Aimer still recalls the snow-white Russian tundra unfurling on the horizon during flights he piloted between the U.S. and Asia. “In summertime, it’s all daytime flying. That’s beautiful views,” said Aimer, CEO of California-based…

WestJet Group’s takeover of vacation-focused rival Sunwing Airlines has been approved by Canada’s transportation minister, clearing the runway for a major shakeup in the airline industry. Omar Alghabra gave the Liberal government’s…

With the busy holiday season approaching, the travel industry is bracing for a surge as Canadians are keen to get away this winter even with high inflation that has seen fuel costs, airfares and hotel prices go up. “We have a pent-up…