Edmonton International Airport

Advance Declaration now available at Ottawa International Airport and Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023

"With Advance Declaration and express lanes now available at Billy Bishop Toronto City and Ottawa International Airports, we are keeping our border secure while providing a better and faster experience for travellers.

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  • "With Advance Declaration and express lanes now available at Billy Bishop Toronto City and Ottawa International Airports, we are keeping our border secure while providing a better and faster experience for travellers.
  • This is another example of how the CBSA is modernizing the border and we are happy to be working with Ports Toronto and Ottawa International Airport Authority to make this option available to travellers."
  • "Passengers arriving at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport from the United States who choose to use the Advance Declaration feature will enjoy a faster arrivals experience thanks to Express Lane access.
  • We are pleased to partner with the Canada Border Services Agency to offer this improved service to travellers at Billy Bishop Airport."

Toronto Pearson marks National Human Trafficking Awareness Day

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Wednesday, February 22, 2023

TORONTO, Feb. 22, 2023 /CNW/ - The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA), operator of Toronto Pearson International Airport, is renewing its commitment to help fight human trafficking through its continued partnership with #NotInMyCity , an organization dedicated to preventing and ending human trafficking.

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  • TORONTO, Feb. 22, 2023 /CNW/ - The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA), operator of Toronto Pearson International Airport, is renewing its commitment to help fight human trafficking through its continued partnership with #NotInMyCity , an organization dedicated to preventing and ending human trafficking.
  • February 22 is National Human Trafficking Awareness Day in Canada, and it provides an opportunity to bring attention to this important issue.
  • Since partnering with #NotInMyCity last year, Toronto Pearson airport workers have been taking part in airport-specific training that gives them the skills to help spot the signs of human trafficking and also educates them on how to respond.
  • It raises awareness and takes collective action to prevent and end human trafficking and sexual exploitation.

Kamloops and Edmonton blaze new connection with Flair Airlines service launch

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Friday, February 10, 2023

Flights run three times per week on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday beginning in June

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  • Flights run three times per week on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday beginning in June
    KAMLOOPS, BC, Feb. 10, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, Flair Airlines, Canada's everyday low fare airline, announced new service between Kamloops and Edmonton.
  • "We are excited to connect residents of Kamloops and Edmonton, who deserve direct, non-stop flights rather than connecting through Vancouver or Calgary," said Stephen Jones, President and Chief Executive Officer, Flair Airlines.
  • "We look forward to welcoming Flair to Kamloops this coming June, in time for our peak summer season," said Ed Ratuski, Managing Director, Kamloops Airport.
  • "The Kamloops to Edmonton route has long been on the community's air service wish list, and with air service development support from Vantage, Kamloops Airport's management company, this service is being realized.

ZeroAvia Makes Aviation History, Flying World's Largest Aircraft Powered with a Hydrogen-Electric Engine

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Thursday, January 19, 2023

At 13.35 pm GMT this afternoon the aircraft completed taxi, take-off, a full pattern circuit, and landing.

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  • At 13.35 pm GMT this afternoon the aircraft completed taxi, take-off, a full pattern circuit, and landing.
  • The twin-engine aircraft was retrofitted to incorporate ZeroAvia's hydrogen-electric engine on its left wing, which then operated alongside a single Honeywell TPE-331 stock engine on the right.
  • ZeroAvia's 2-5 MW powertrain programme, already underway, will scale the clean engine technology for up to 90-seat aircraft, with further expansion into narrowbody aircraft demonstrators over the next decade.
  • ZeroAvia will now work towards its certifiable configuration in order to deliver commercial routes using the technology by 2025.

Edmonton Airports announces new CEO

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Thursday, October 13, 2022

EDMONTON, AB, Oct. 13, 2022 /CNW/ - Board Chair, Joan Hertz, announced today that the board of directors for Edmonton Airports has selected Myron Keehn as its new CEO.

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  • EDMONTON, AB, Oct. 13, 2022 /CNW/ - Board Chair, Joan Hertz, announced today that the board of directors for Edmonton Airports has selected Myron Keehn as its new CEO.
  • This reflects Edmonton Airports' growing reputation as an innovative, world-leading airport with ambitious plans for attracting more flights, driving economic growth, and leading in future sustainability goals.
  • And we're confident that, with his energy, drive and ideas, he'll help Edmonton Airports soar to even greater heights."
  • Myron Keehn: "I'm thrilled the board of directors has put their confidence in me and chosen me as Edmonton Airports' next CEO.

HOTEL EQUITIES TO MANAGE SAWRIDGE INN AND CONFERENCE CENTRE

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Friday, July 29, 2022

Edmonton, AB, July 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hotel ownership, management, and development firm Hotel Equities (HE) continues to grow its management portfolio in Canada as it assumes management of the Sawridge Inn and Conference Centre, located in Edmonton South, Alberta.

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  • Edmonton, AB, July 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hotel ownership, management, and development firm Hotel Equities (HE) continues to grow its management portfolio in Canada as it assumes management of the Sawridge Inn and Conference Centre, located in Edmonton South, Alberta.
  • Hotel Equities could not be more excited to be managing the hotel on behalf of its new owners, said Hotel Equities Senior Vice President of Business Development, Ryan McRae.
  • The Sawridge Inn and Conference Centre is a terrific addition to our Edmonton hotels, said Martin Stitt, Senior Vice President of Operations at Hotel Equities.
  • Sawridge Inn and Conference Centre caters to both leisure and business travelers and specializes in group travel.

ZeroAvia & Edmonton International Airport Tie Up to Bring Hydrogen-Electric Flights to Canada

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Thursday, July 21, 2022

FARNBOROUGH, England, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ZeroAvia, the leader in developing zero-emission solutions for commercial aviation, today announced a collaboration with Edmonton International Airport (EIA) to explore opportunities to develop the hydrogen infrastructure required for delivering zero-emission flights and decarbonizing ground operations.

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  • Under the agreement, EIA will work with ZeroAvia to develop hydrogen infrastructure at both the main airport and Villeneuve Airport.
  • To support the collaboration, ZeroAvia will leverage its experience in developing and operating its Hydrogen Airport Refuelling Ecosystem (HARE).
  • Arnab Chatterjee, VP, Infrastructure, ZeroAvia: said: "Edmonton International Airport has been a leader in pushing the envelope in efforts to tackle emissions using innovative technology.
  • Edmonton International Airport (EIA) is a self-funded, not-for-profit corporation driving economic prosperity for the Edmonton Metropolitan Region.

Pacific Cascade Corporation Named Exclusive Manufacturer and Distributor of PICTOFORM's ParkLine® Modular Sign System for US & Canada

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Thursday, May 12, 2022

In 2006, PICTOFORM developed a parking industry first a modular sign system for parking facilities.

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  • In 2006, PICTOFORM developed a parking industry first a modular sign system for parking facilities.
  • The ParkLine Modular Sign System has been manufactured and installed in over 250 parking garages within the US and Canada.
  • "Today we are pleased to pass the baton to another industry leader, Pacific Cascade Corporation, as exclusive manufacturers and distributors of the ParkLine Modular Sign System!"
  • The ParkLine Modular Sign System has been installed at Arizona State University, University of British Columbia parking garages, and Airport parking facilities of Vancouver International Airport and Edmonton International Airport in Canada.

Leadership Change Coming to Edmonton International Airport

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Thursday, April 28, 2022

As a leader in sustainability, EIA will soon welcome Airport City Solar, the largest solar farm at an airport in the world.

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  • As a leader in sustainability, EIA will soon welcome Airport City Solar, the largest solar farm at an airport in the world.
  • Tom also provided strong and stable leadership during the pandemic and he consistently put health and safety first as he led the airport through COVID-19.
  • It has been an honour and a pleasure to lead Edmonton International Airport and Villeneuve Airport for the past nine years, and when my time wraps at the end of 2022 I will look back and treasure this time in my career.
  • Edmonton International Airport (EIA) is a self-funded, not-for-profit corporation driving economic prosperity for the Edmonton Metropolitan Region.

Toronto Pearson joins anti-human trafficking campaign

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Tuesday, February 22, 2022

TORONTO, Feb. 22, 2022 /CNW Telbec/ - On the National Day for Human Trafficking Awareness, The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA), operator of Toronto Pearson International Airport, is announcing a partnership with #NotInMyCity , an anti-human trafficking initiative dedicated to preventing and ending human trafficking.

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  • TORONTO, Feb. 22, 2022 /CNW Telbec/ - On the National Day for Human Trafficking Awareness, The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA), operator of Toronto Pearson International Airport, is announcing a partnership with #NotInMyCity , an anti-human trafficking initiative dedicated to preventing and ending human trafficking.
  • Supporting this important initiative in the Greater Toronto Area is Peel Regional Police, who provide local programs and supports for victims of human trafficking.
  • The Greater Toronto Airports Authority is the operator of Toronto Lester B. Pearson International Airport, Canada's largest airport and a vital connector of people, businesses and goods.
  • In recognition of its Healthy Airport program, ACI also awarded Toronto Pearson the "Best hygiene measures in North America" award, and Toronto Pearson was the first Canadian airport to receive ACI's global health accreditation for its response to COVID-19.