Toronto Pearson International Airport

Impending Strike Threatens In-Flight Meals for Travelers Departing Pearson Airport: Teamsters Union

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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The workers are tasked with cooking, packing and delivering meals, snacks, beverages, and other supplies to planes for in-flight service.

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  • The workers are tasked with cooking, packing and delivering meals, snacks, beverages, and other supplies to planes for in-flight service.
  • A strike at the company could mean no food and beverages on many flights out of Toronto Pearson Airport this month.
  • We're going on strike unless this company steps up to the plate and finally acknowledges how expensive life has gotten,” said lead union negotiator and president of Teamsters Local Union 647, Martin Cerqua.
  • They are affiliated with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, which represents over 1.2 million workers in North America.

Bombardier to Hold 2024 Investor Day on May 1

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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Bombardier is set to host in-person Investor Day on May 1, 2024, at its state-of the-art Bombardier Aircraft Assembly Centre at Pearson Airport in Toronto.

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  • Bombardier is set to host in-person Investor Day on May 1, 2024, at its state-of the-art Bombardier Aircraft Assembly Centre at Pearson Airport in Toronto.
  • The event will also be made available via webcast
    MONTRÉAL, March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bombardier (TSX: BBD.B) today announced it will be hosting its Investor Day on May 1, 2024, at its Bombardier Aircraft Assembly Centre in Toronto.
  • Information for in-person Investor Day 2024 attendance will be provided in the coming days.
  • Later that day, Bombardier will proceed with the official inauguration of its Aircraft Assembly Centre at Pearson Airport, marking the official transition from its Downsview facility.

Toronto Pearson reclaims prestigious ranking as 'Best Airport over 40 million passengers in North America'

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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TORONTO, March 11, 2024 /CNW/ - Toronto Pearson has been named the "Best Airport over 40 million passengers in North America" for the sixth time in seven years by Airports Council International (ACI) – World, the global trade representative of the world's airports.

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  • TORONTO, March 11, 2024 /CNW/ - Toronto Pearson has been named the "Best Airport over 40 million passengers in North America" for the sixth time in seven years by Airports Council International (ACI) – World, the global trade representative of the world's airports.
  • Toronto Pearson regained the ranking in 2023 after winning "Best Airport over 40 million passengers in North America" for five consecutive years between 2017 and 2021.
  • Congratulations to Toronto Pearson for your hard work that is redefining the airport experience," said Luis Felipe de Oliveira, Director General, ACI World.
  • Toronto Pearson ranked number 210 overall and was ninth among all Transportation and Logistics companies included in the list.

CheapOair.ca shares their Annual List of Canadian Travel Hacks and Tips for the Spring Travel Season

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Monday, February 26, 2024
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Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Feb. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the spring travel season approaches and families prepare to pack their bags for March break, leading online travel agency CheapOair.ca is sharing their list of travel hacks and tips to help Canadians enjoy their vacations.

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  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Feb. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the spring travel season approaches and families prepare to pack their bags for March break, leading online travel agency CheapOair.ca is sharing their list of travel hacks and tips to help Canadians enjoy their vacations.
  • As a bonus, you may find early morning flights to be more cost-effective.
  • For example, CheapOair.ca’s ClubMiles loyalty program allows you to earn points that can offset the cost of travel across all three of Fareportal’s online travel agency brands.
  • The closer you get to the travel date may lead to higher prices especially if flights fill up.

Toronto Pearson's top tips for passengers ahead of busy March Break travel week

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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The March Break week has always been one of the busiest travel times of the year at Pearson Airport, and 2024 is no exception.

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  • The March Break week has always been one of the busiest travel times of the year at Pearson Airport, and 2024 is no exception.
  • During the busiest points of the week, nearly 1,000 flights will take off and land per day.
  • A peak travel times dashboard shows if you will be passing through the airport during a busy period.
  • Even though the Greater Toronto Area has had a mild winter so far, unexpected winter weather can quickly impact travel.

Toronto Pearson awards $770,000 in funding to nine local organizations committed to breaking employment barriers

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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TORONTO, Feb. 29, 2024 /CNW/ - Toronto Pearson is thrilled to announce that nine local organizations will share a total of $770,000 in funding aimed at breaking down barriers to employment and cultivating opportunities for communities that neighbour the airport.

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  • TORONTO, Feb. 29, 2024 /CNW/ - Toronto Pearson is thrilled to announce that nine local organizations will share a total of $770,000 in funding aimed at breaking down barriers to employment and cultivating opportunities for communities that neighbour the airport.
  • YWCA Toronto: The Digital Awareness Ready for Employment (DARE) project will provide training in digital literacy for the workplace.
  • In 2022 alone, the airport invested $387,000 to support local residents with employment training and helped fill hundreds of jobs.
  • "We look forward to working with these great organizations to help break down barriers to employment opportunities for residents in communities around the airport," she added.

Landline Selected by Air Canada as its Partner for Multi-Modal, Bus to Air Connectivity Launching in Toronto

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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Tickets can be purchased as of today on aircanada.com , via the Air Canada app, Air Canada's contact centres and through travel agents for travel beginning May 1, 2024.

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  • Tickets can be purchased as of today on aircanada.com , via the Air Canada app, Air Canada's contact centres and through travel agents for travel beginning May 1, 2024.
  • Landline will operate six, non-stop round trips daily to Toronto Pearson from each of the Hamilton (YHM) and Region of Waterloo (YKF) airports in southern Ontario.
  • Air Canada selected Landline based on its industry leading track record of building bus to air connections that customers love.
  • "We are proud to partner with Air Canada to provide seamless connections to their world class Toronto gateway," said Ben Munson, President and cofounder of Landline.

Lynx Air takes off to Cancún starting today

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
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TORONTO, Feb. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lynx Air (Lynx) is launching its inaugural flight to Mexico today, departing from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and arriving at Cancún International Airport (CUN).

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  • TORONTO, Feb. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lynx Air (Lynx) is launching its inaugural flight to Mexico today, departing from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and arriving at Cancún International Airport (CUN).
  • Canada’s leading ultra-affordable airline will operate six direct flights per week between Toronto and Cancún, equating to more than 2,000 seats per week both ways.
  • “Lynx is connecting Canadians to sunny Cancún at an ultra-affordable price.
  • “We’re pleased to see Lynx continue to grow their network from YYZ and provide passengers with increased choice.”
    “Today is a day of great celebration for Cancun’s International Airport as we welcome Lynx Air into our family.

Canadian International Air Show Celebrates 75 years of Soaring over Toronto

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Friday, February 9, 2024
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TORONTO, Feb. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Canadian International Air Show (CIAS) officially announces their 75th Anniversary performance headliners.

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  • TORONTO, Feb. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Canadian International Air Show (CIAS) officially announces their 75th Anniversary performance headliners.
  • The 2024 initial lineup includes the Canadian Forces (CF) Snowbirds and the CF-18 Demonstration team along with the much-anticipated return of the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, Red Arrows, and the United States Air Force F-22 Raptor.
  • “For three-quarters of a century, the RCAF has been an integral part of our air show,” said Lori Duthie, Executive Director of the CIAS.
  • Tickets for the 75th Canadian International Air Show will go on sale in May 2024.

Environment and Climate Change Canada Study of Winter Air Pollution in Toronto begins

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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TORONTO, Jan. 30, 2024 /CNW/ - Access to clean air and a healthy environment is key to the well-being of Canadians.

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  • TORONTO, Jan. 30, 2024 /CNW/ - Access to clean air and a healthy environment is key to the well-being of Canadians.
  • While actions are necessary to protect the environment for present and future generations, they must be grounded in sound, scientific-based information.
  • Environment and Climate Change Canada has initiated the Study of Winter Air Pollution in Toronto (SWAPIT), a six-week comprehensive scientific investigation of air quality across the Greater Toronto Area that will lead to a better understanding of air quality in Canadian cities, particularly in winter.
  • People in Toronto are encouraged to visit the sites to learn more about this scientific research study.