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Oman's Crown Prince at Ceremony to Announce YEG! GCC Launch

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Sunday, March 24, 2024
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MUSCAT, Oman , March 24, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Leading event agency YEG!'s plans to base its GCC operations in Oman were revealed to His Highness Sayyid Yazan bin Haitham Al Said, Minister of Culture, Sports, and Youth, at the closing ceremony of Oman's National Program for Investment and Exports Development (Nazdaher) at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre (OCEC).

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  • will establish its regional headquarters in Muscat, Oman, focusing on cultural and sporting events to support Oman Vision 2040 goals.
  • GCC will place its regional headquarters in Muscat for its business in the Middle East.
  • GCC CEO Mark Alexander, the company's focus is on optimising events to deliver Oman Vision 2040 goals and KPIs.
  • GCC emerged as a strategic partner for the Ministry, aiding in realising our strategic goals and acting as a catalyst for further development.

Edmonton International Airport (YEG) first airport in Canada to sign on to provide translated materials about human trafficking to newcomers to Canada

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Friday, July 28, 2023
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EDMONTON, AB, July 28, 2023 /CNW/ - Edmonton International Airport (YEG) is the first Canadian airport to sign on to a new initiative led by Action Coalition on Human Trafficking (ACT) Alberta that provides translated materials to Canadian newcomers about their rights in Alberta.

Key Points: 
  • EDMONTON, AB, July 28, 2023 /CNW/ - Edmonton International Airport (YEG) is the first Canadian airport to sign on to a new initiative led by Action Coalition on Human Trafficking (ACT) Alberta that provides translated materials to Canadian newcomers about their rights in Alberta.
  • YEG is always looking for progressive and innovative ways to increase safety measures for every single person who comes through our airport.
  • As the prevalence of human trafficking in our communities grows, we know that as an international airport, we have an important and unique opportunity to help prevent it."
  • Since 2021, YEG has partnered with ACT Alberta to provide industry-specific human trafficking awareness training to RCMP, CBSA, Security and leadership staff at the airport.

Swoop Announces New Domestic Routes Coming This Spring with Increased Frequencies and Connectivity

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Monday, March 6, 2023
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As part of this summer's domestic expansion, Swoop will be adding new service between London, ON (YXU) and Abbotsford (YXX), and will restart seasonal service between Hamilton (YHM) and Charlottetown (YYG).

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  • As part of this summer's domestic expansion, Swoop will be adding new service between London, ON (YXU) and Abbotsford (YXX), and will restart seasonal service between Hamilton (YHM) and Charlottetown (YYG).
  • "This summer we're thrilled to add significant frequencies on our top performing routes," continued Cummings.
  • Swoop is also signalling that winter is not over yet, with new seasonal extensions for its most popular sun-flying routes.
  • West coast connectivity will continue to soar with a 67% increase in flights operating to Abbotsford (YXX).

Hypersonic is Not Just for Defense and Space, but a Necessity in Saving Lives

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Tuesday, November 22, 2022
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By the time the organs reach the patient it is too late for a successful transplant.

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  • By the time the organs reach the patient it is too late for a successful transplant.
  • This is a loss that has been tolerated worldwide as an option was never there until now.
  • SES has successfully tested its turbo-ram jet in 2021 and further testing with multiple fuels including hydrogen were completed in 2022.
  • SES is also building the worlds first full scale high temperature (1420 C, 2588 F) wing bending test facility.

Edmonton Airports announces new CEO

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Thursday, October 13, 2022
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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.

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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.

Teamsters Local Union 362 Files for Union Vote at Amazon Facility in Nisku, AB

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Tuesday, September 14, 2021
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EDMONTON, Alberta, Sept. 14, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Teamsters Local Union 362 filed for a vote on union representation at the Amazon YEG 1 Fulfillment Centre in Nisku, AB, late yesterday afternoon.

Key Points: 
  • EDMONTON, Alberta, Sept. 14, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Teamsters Local Union 362 filed for a vote on union representation at the Amazon YEG 1 Fulfillment Centre in Nisku, AB, late yesterday afternoon.
  • Once they do, all Amazon employees at YEG 1 who were employed as of yesterday will have a chance to vote on being represented by Teamsters Local Union 362.
  • Coercion, intimidation, threats, promises or undue influence are strictly prohibited, said the secretary-treasurer of Teamsters Local Union 362, Bernie Haggarty.
  • Today at 3:30 pm MT, organizers from Teamsters Local Union 362 will be at the Amazon facility at 1440, 39th avenue in Nisku, AB, to rally support and distribute information to Amazon workers.

Flair Airlines Extends Schedule Through Summer 2022

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Thursday, September 9, 2021

Edmonton, Alberta, Sept. 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Flair Airlines, Canadas only true ultra low-cost carrier (ULCC), continues its surge to bring low fares to Canadians and has extended its flight schedule through Summer 2022 in core Canadian and US markets.

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  • Edmonton, Alberta, Sept. 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Flair Airlines, Canadas only true ultra low-cost carrier (ULCC), continues its surge to bring low fares to Canadians and has extended its flight schedule through Summer 2022 in core Canadian and US markets.
  • We are absolutely focused on rescuing Canadians from the bloated prices they have long suffered in flying, says Stephen Jones, President and CEO, Flair Airlines.
  • Flair is committed to helping reunite families and make travel accessible for everyone, and our schedule extension will help passengers prepare for 2022 by knowing they can explore and connect without breaking the bank.
  • The schedule expansion extends the booking period into Summer 2022.

Flair Airlines Establishes Edmonton Base and Adds 4 New US Destinations

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Friday, August 20, 2021
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The 4 new non-stop US destinations served through Edmonton will operate beginning in December and will extend through spring of 2022.

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  • The 4 new non-stop US destinations served through Edmonton will operate beginning in December and will extend through spring of 2022.
  • Malcolm Bruce, CEO, Edmonton Global, states, "Flair Airlines' ongoing investments are a vote of confidence for our region and our business community.
  • The new US destinations join the 7 Canadian destinations Flair currently offers service to in Edmonton.
  • In 2021, Flair has grown its network to serve 20 Canadian destinations and has already announced service to 6 US destinations later this year.