Air Canada

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.

Key Points: 
  • 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.

Hong Kong Tourism Board and Air Canada Introduce the Home Away from Home Flight Pass

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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TORONTO, March 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hong Kong Tourism Board and Air Canada are thrilled to announce the launch of the Home Away from Home Flight Pass, which allows Canadian Aeroplan members to lock in their flight prices to Hong Kong.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, March 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hong Kong Tourism Board and Air Canada are thrilled to announce the launch of the Home Away from Home Flight Pass, which allows Canadian Aeroplan members to lock in their flight prices to Hong Kong.
  • The Home Away from Home Flight Pass is available until April 12, 2024 for flights between Canada and Hong Kong.
  • Hong Kong is a captivating destination that seamlessly blends rich cultural heritage, creative art inspirations, breathtaking landscapes, and a mouthwatering culinary scene.
  • Taking advantage of the Home Away from Home Flight Pass unlocks the possibilities of exploring the enchanting city of Hong Kong, with the peace of mind of a locked-in price.

Travel companies operating in Canada complicit in Taiji dolphin hunts, new report reveals

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Meat, Smile, Federation, WestJet, Expedia, Travel, Tourism, Trauma, Sunwing Airlines, Sale, Air Canada, Dolphin, GetYourGuide, World Animal Protection, Matlow, Whaling

The annual dolphin hunt, off the coast of Taiji, Japan has received worldwide condemnation for the cruelty it causes.

Key Points: 
  • The annual dolphin hunt, off the coast of Taiji, Japan has received worldwide condemnation for the cruelty it causes.
  • After World Animal Protection Canada's urging, the federal government and several Canadian travel companies have shown leadership in ending the dolphin entertainment industry.
  • Canadian airline vacation companies Air Transat, Air Canada, WestJet and Sunwing committed to phase out their sale and promotion of captive dolphin venues globally.
  • The full report, Waves of Profit: How the Tourism Industry Profits from the Taiji Dolphin Hunts can be found here.

The Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic Held Tourism Tradeshow in Miami for Partners Across the Americas

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Friday, April 5, 2024
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MIAMI, April 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic made its triumphant return to Miami, FL this week with its DR Tourism Tradeshow. The event, which took place on April 3 at the JW Marriott Marquis, showcased the undeniable charm of the Dominican Republic and its adventure offerings, further establishing its position as a premier tourist destination.

Key Points: 
  • MIAMI, April 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic made its triumphant return to Miami, FL this week with its DR Tourism Tradeshow.
  • The American market represents 85 out of every 100 airline arrivals to the Dominican Republic and has been instrumental in post-pandemic growth.
  • In its second edition, the Dominican Republic Tradeshow, organized by the Ministry of Tourism, served as a platform to promote tourism, conduct business, and elevate the country's profile among industry leaders and a diverse audience of travelers.
  • For more information about Tourism in the Dominican Republic, visit https://www.godominicanrepublic.com/ .

Chase Launches Chase Media Solutions, a New Digital Media Business, Connecting 80 Million U.S. Consumers with the Brands They Love

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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Today, Chase launched Chase Media Solutions , its new digital media business, providing brands with the ability to connect directly with the financial institution’s 80 million customers.

Key Points: 
  • Today, Chase launched Chase Media Solutions , its new digital media business, providing brands with the ability to connect directly with the financial institution’s 80 million customers.
  • Chase Media Solutions serves as a key conduit for brands, connecting them with consumers’ personal passions and interests.
  • In turn, Chase customers benefit from personalized offers and the ability to earn cash back with brands they love or are discovering for the first time.
  • These tests clearly demonstrated the potential of the Chase Media Solutions channel, and we look forward to working together more in the future.”

DR. JANE GOODALL CELEBRATES HER 90TH BIRTHDAY WITH UPCOMING EVENTS IN CANADA, WORKING TIRELESSLY TO SAFEGUARD THE FUTURE OF THE PLANET

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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At just 26 years old, Jane followed her passion for wildlife to Gombe, Tanzania, where she began her groundbreaking research of wild chimpanzees.

Key Points: 
  • At just 26 years old, Jane followed her passion for wildlife to Gombe, Tanzania, where she began her groundbreaking research of wild chimpanzees.
  • On average, Dr. Goodall travels 300 days per year, speaking about the converging crises of climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental inequity.
  • An extraordinary evening with Dr. Jane Goodall at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre on April 12, 2024.
  • GIFTS IN HONOUR OF DR. JANE GOODALL

Air Canada Announces Election of Directors

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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MONTREAL, April 1, 2024 /CNW/ - Air Canada (TSX: AC) announced that all the nominees identified in its management proxy circular dated February 16, 2024, were elected as directors of Air Canada at its annual meeting of shareholders held Thursday, March 28, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • MONTREAL, April 1, 2024 /CNW/ - Air Canada (TSX: AC) announced that all the nominees identified in its management proxy circular dated February 16, 2024, were elected as directors of Air Canada at its annual meeting of shareholders held Thursday, March 28, 2024.
  • All the nominees were elected by a majority of the votes cast by shareholders present online or represented by proxy at the meeting.
  • The results of the vote are provided below.

Hong Kong Tourism Board and Air Canada Introduce the Home Away from Home Flight Pass

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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TORONTO, March 27, 2024 /CNW/ - Hong Kong Tourism Board and Air Canada are thrilled to announce the launch of the Home Away from Home Flight Pass, which allows Canadian Aeroplan members to lock in their flight prices to Hong Kong.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, March 27, 2024 /CNW/ - Hong Kong Tourism Board and Air Canada are thrilled to announce the launch of the Home Away from Home Flight Pass, which allows Canadian Aeroplan members to lock in their flight prices to Hong Kong.
  • The Home Away from Home Flight Pass is available until April 12, 2024 for flights between Canada and Hong Kong.
  • Hong Kong is a captivating destination that seamlessly blends rich cultural heritage, creative art inspirations, breathtaking landscapes, and a mouthwatering culinary scene.
  • Taking advantage of the Home Away from Home Flight Pass unlocks the possibilities of exploring the enchanting city of Hong Kong, with the peace of mind of a locked-in price.

Jazz Aviation LP one of Atlantic Canada's Top Employers for 13th consecutive year

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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HALIFAX, NS, March 26, 2024 /CNW/ - Jazz Aviation LP ("Jazz") is honoured to announce its inclusion among Atlantic Canada's Top Employers for a 13th consecutive year.

Key Points: 
  • HALIFAX, NS, March 26, 2024 /CNW/ - Jazz Aviation LP ("Jazz") is honoured to announce its inclusion among Atlantic Canada's Top Employers for a 13th consecutive year.
  • With strong roots in Atlantic Canada, Jazz takes immense pride in representing the region on a national stage as the primary operator of regional flying for Air Canada.
  • Jazz employs over 950 Atlantic Canadians in seven locations throughout the four Atlantic provinces.
  • "We are thrilled to reaffirm our position as one of Atlantic Canada's Top Employers for the 13th year," said Randolph deGooyer, President, Jazz.

Air Canada Completes Closing of U.S.$2.15 Billion Senior Secured Credit Facilities

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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MONTREAL, March 21, 2024 /CNW/ - Air Canada announced today that it has completed the closing of U.S.$2.15 billion senior secured credit facilities, comprised of (i) a U.S.$1.175 billion term loan B maturing in 2031 (the "Term Loan") and (ii) a U.S.$975 million revolving credit facility maturing in 2029 (the "Revolving Facility" and, together with the "Term Loan", the "Senior Credit Facilities").

Key Points: 
  • MONTREAL, March 21, 2024 /CNW/ - Air Canada announced today that it has completed the closing of U.S.$2.15 billion senior secured credit facilities, comprised of (i) a U.S.$1.175 billion term loan B maturing in 2031 (the "Term Loan") and (ii) a U.S.$975 million revolving credit facility maturing in 2029 (the "Revolving Facility" and, together with the "Term Loan", the "Senior Credit Facilities").
  • Concurrently with the closing of the Senior Credit Facilities, Air Canada also terminated its undrawn C$200 million revolving credit facility maturing in 2026.
  • Key highlights of the closing of Senior Credit Facilities include:
    significantly reducing Air Canada's outstanding senior secured indebtedness by U.S.$1.09 billion;
    reducing Air Canada's interest rate on its term loan B borrowings, to 250 basis points over SOFR (with no SOFR floor, no spread adjustment); and
    increasing available undrawn amounts under the Revolving Facility by U.S.$375 million.
  • Air Canada's obligations under the Senior Credit Facilities are senior secured obligations of Air Canada, secured on a first-lien basis, subject to certain permitted liens and exclusions, by certain collateral comprised of substantially all of Air Canada's international routes, airport slots and gate leaseholds.