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Lynx Air Continues Eastern Canada Expansion by Welcoming Quebec City

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

QUEBEC CITY, Jan. 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lynx Air (Lynx), today announced further expansion in Eastern Canada and Quebec with the addition of Quebec City to its network from June 6, 2024, offering affordable links to Alberta and British Columbia.

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  • QUEBEC CITY, Jan. 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lynx Air (Lynx), today announced further expansion in Eastern Canada and Quebec with the addition of Quebec City to its network from June 6, 2024, offering affordable links to Alberta and British Columbia.
  • Tickets go on sale today, and the fares are truly ultra-affordable, starting from $129* one way Calgary to/from Quebec City and $199* one way Quebec City to/from Vancouver, including taxes and fees.
  • “We are excited to be adding Quebec City to our rapidly expanding network,” said Vijay Bathija, Chief Commercial Officer of Lynx.
  • “As Lynx’s rapid expansion across Canada continues, we are proud to be an integral part of its operation and continue working together to provide exceptional experiences for our guests.”

Unifi Aviation announces spectacular growth as brand marks five-year anniversary and national recognition for diversity

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023

The company also celebrates its five-year brand anniversary with recognition as one of "America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity" for 2024 by Newsweek.

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  • The company also celebrates its five-year brand anniversary with recognition as one of "America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity" for 2024 by Newsweek.
  • Gautam Thakkar, CEO, Unifi: "We are now a billion-dollar plus company, launching operations in new, key markets and being deliberate about how we scale our organization," said Unifi CEO Gautam Thakkar.
  • In November, Unifi launched ramp, baggage and ground support operations for WestJet at Calgary International Airport – its first operation in Canada.
  • To support its growing business, Unifi Aviation also invested in recruiting the best talent in the industry.

Applying online for a Social Insurance Number is the quickest option for international students and workers ahead of the winter season

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Friday, December 15, 2023

Each year, Service Canada sees an increase in demand for SIN applications in the summer and in the winter from international students and temporary foreign workers.

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  • Each year, Service Canada sees an increase in demand for SIN applications in the summer and in the winter from international students and temporary foreign workers.
  • As international students and workers arrive, Service Canada encourages them to apply for a SIN online .
  • It is a quick and convenient option and applicants can view their SIN via My Service Canada Account within 5 days.
  • Since September 1, 2023, Service Canada held more than 280 SIN clinics and has helped more than 9,000 international students and workers.

Lynx Air’s service between Calgary and Orlando takes off today

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

CALGARY, Alberta, Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lynx Air’s (Lynx) inaugural service between Calgary and Orlando will take off today from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Orlando International Airport (MCO).

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  • CALGARY, Alberta, Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lynx Air’s (Lynx) inaugural service between Calgary and Orlando will take off today from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Orlando International Airport (MCO).
  • Canada’s ultra-affordable airline will operate two flights per week between Calgary and Orlando, flying brand-new Boeing 737 aircraft.
  • Effective today, Lynx offers service to Orlando from Calgary, Toronto, and Montréal.
  • “By adding Calgary to their list of destinations from Orlando, Lynx Air has demonstrated its commitment to providing quality travel options for our shared customers.”
    Fares between Calgary and Orlando start at $135* one way, including taxes and fees.

Unifi Aviation enters the Canadian aviation market with WestJet ground handling contract

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

ATLANTA, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Unifi Aviation, a leading provider of aviation services in the United States, is marking a major milestone as it enters the Canadian market, taking over ground handling operations for WestJet at Calgary International Airport.

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  • ATLANTA, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Unifi Aviation , a leading provider of aviation services in the United States, is marking a major milestone as it enters the Canadian market, taking over ground handling operations for WestJet at Calgary International Airport.
  • Unifi Aviation's scope of services for WestJet includes towing, ramp handling, and baggage services.
  • "We are thrilled to enter the Canadian aviation market through our partnership with WestJet, overseeing critical ground handling operations for the airline."
  • Unifi Aviation, LLC® is the largest ground handling & aviation services company in North America, servicing more than two million flights annually.

Unlawful importation of threatened crocodile meat in Alberta leads to $7,500 fine

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Friday, September 22, 2023

This was in contravention of subsection 6(2) of the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act (WAPPRIITA).

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  • This was in contravention of subsection 6(2) of the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act (WAPPRIITA).
  • The fine will be directed to the Government of Canada's Environmental Damages Fund.
  • Further examination by the Canada Border Services Agency revealed approximately six pounds of meat products in Ali-Ibironke's luggage.
  • Environment and Climate Change Canada enforcement officers inspected the meat products and sent samples for DNA analysis to identify the species.

Lynx Air’s inaugural Fredericton flight takes off

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Monday, June 12, 2023

FREDERICTON, New Brunswick, June 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lynx Air (Lynx) is launching its inaugural flights from Fredericton International airport (YFC) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) today.

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  • FREDERICTON, New Brunswick, June 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lynx Air (Lynx) is launching its inaugural flights from Fredericton International airport (YFC) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) today.
  • Today’s Fredericton inaugural comes just one week after Lynx’s inaugural Montreal flights to St. John’s and Calgary, representing a continued expansion of the airline’s footprint throughout Eastern Canada.
  • Lynx launched its first flight just over a year ago and now serves 16 destinations across North America with seven brand-new Boeing 737 aircraft.
  • To celebrate today’s inaugural flight, Lynx has launched a limited time seat sale offering up to 35 per cent off all Fredericton fares.

Lynx Air’s inaugural flight from Montréal takes off

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Monday, June 5, 2023

Today also marks the commencement of Lynx services between St. John’s International Airport (YYT), and Montréal.

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  • Today also marks the commencement of Lynx services between St. John’s International Airport (YYT), and Montréal.
  • Lynx’s Montréal network will continue to expand in coming weeks, with the addition of Vancouver International Airport (YVR) on June 23, 2023.
  • At that point, Lynx will be flying 26 flights in and out of Montréal weekly, which equates to 4914 seats.
  • Lynx has also announced a limited-time seat sale, offering up to 35% off base fares for flights to and from Montréal, using the promo code: MONTREAL.

History in the making: WestJet celebrates inaugural flight to Tokyo's Narita International Airport

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Sunday, April 30, 2023

CALGARY, AB, April 30, 2023 /CNW/ - WestJet today celebrated the departure of flight WS80 from YYC Calgary International Airport to Tokyo's Narita International Airport.

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  • CALGARY, AB, April 30, 2023 /CNW/ - WestJet today celebrated the departure of flight WS80 from YYC Calgary International Airport to Tokyo's Narita International Airport.
  • "We are thrilled to see our new service to Tokyo, Japan take flight as we welcome our newest destination to our 787 intercontinental hub at YYC," said John Weatherill, WestJet Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer.
  • "We are delighted about WestJet's new flight between Calgary and Tokyo," said Rob Palmer, Vice President, Commercial, Strategy and Chief Financial Officer for The Calgary Airport Authority.
  • "YYC Calgary International Airport is proud to be the first impression of Alberta's western hospitality for many travellers coming to explore the region from Asia.

Lynx Air Expands Services from Hamilton and Kelowna

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023

CALGARY, Alberta, March 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lynx Air (Lynx) today announced the addition of two new routes from Hamilton to Vancouver and from Toronto to Kelowna, providing new ultra-affordable options between these popular destinations.

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  • CALGARY, Alberta, March 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lynx Air (Lynx) today announced the addition of two new routes from Hamilton to Vancouver and from Toronto to Kelowna, providing new ultra-affordable options between these popular destinations.
  • To celebrate, the airline has launched a limited-time seat sale, offering up to 50 per cent off all base fares on all Hamilton and Kelowna routes.
  • “As Canadians look to book their Summer vacation, we are excited to offer more ultra-affordable links between the communities of Kelowna, Toronto, Hamilton and Vancouver,” said Merren McArthur, CEO of Lynx.
  • By Summer 2023 Lynx will offer over 240 flights per week across North America, which equates to over 45,000 seats.