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Wednesday, June 10, 2026
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A former Air Canada pilot is facing criminal charges after police alleged he spent years flying commercial aircraft using falsified credentials. According to Peel Regional Police, Geoffrey Wall, 59, flew roughly 900 domestic and international flights between 2009 and 2025, rising from first officer to captain, despite never obtaining the Airline Transport Pilot Licence.
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Goway Travel is seeing major momentum in Asia, with China up 149 per cent year over year and Japan continuing to grow. Speaking at Goway’s first Asia Forum in Toronto, vice president Moira Smith discussed rising demand for FIT, custom groups, deeper Japan itineraries, Southeast Asia combinations and emerging destinations.
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Sunwing Vacations has unveiled its Winter 2026–2027 schedule, offering Canadians more ways to escape to the sun next season. Alongside returning favourites like Cancun, Punta Cana and Montego Bay, guests can now take advantage of new winter vacations from Toronto to Acapulco, Winnipeg to Puerto Plata and Montreal to Cozumel.
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Air Canada has officially entered its “Glowing Hearted” era. The airline launched scheduled service of its first Airbus A321XLR on Tuesday (June 9). The 182 passengers onboard AC413 from Montreal to Toronto experienced the start of a whole new chapter in how, and where, Air Canada customers can fly.
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WestJet has shorted its planned Calgary–São Paulo service for Winter 2026–27, operating the route for just two months rather than the entire winter season, according to Aeroroutes. Under the changed schedule, the first flight from Calgary will now depart Dec. 15, 2026, with service planned through Feb. 14, 2027. São Paulo, notably, marked WestJet’s 100th destination from Calgary airport.
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Hundreds of aviation executives gathered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil this week for the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) annual meeting, where discussions centred on soaring fuel costs, shrinking profits, engine reliability challenges, and the industry's struggle to meet emissions-reduction targets. Here are five key takeaways.
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Goway has named Dean Moore as CEO, one year after he joined the company as COO. Moore will lead Goway’s North American operations, along with Across Australia and INA Prime, while founder Bruce Hodge remains president and chairman and continues overseeing Globespan Travel Management.
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Four Seasons Yachts is expanding with the introduction of Four Seasons II. The second vessel, which builds on the success of Four Seasons I, represents the evolution of the ultra-luxury yachting experience, while introducing a new calibre of accommodation through its Yacht Residential Suites.
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Club Med Québec Charlevoix and the union affiliated with the Confédération des syndicats nationaux (CSN) representing approximately 300 employees have reached a new collective agreement that will remain in effect until April 29, 2029.
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Flair Airlines has appointed Captain Matthew Kunz as chief operating officer. Kunz, who has been with the airline for more than eight years, previously served as chief pilot and vice-president, flight operations. In his new role, he will oversee operations as Flair focuses on safety, reliability and growth.
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Riverside Luxury Cruises has introduced new advisor-focused initiatives, including a Star Rewards Program, refreshed training and an AI-powered chatbot. The updates include tiered perks for top-producing advisors, new education modules and real-time support for pricing, availability, itineraries and excursions.
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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
The federal government on Monday (June 8) unveiled a temporary loan program aimed at helping airlines manage the sharp rise in jet fuel prices, drawing a mixed reaction from carriers. Under the initiative, airlines will be eligible to borrow up to $150 million each as the effects of the Iran conflict force operators to reduce flight schedules and lower profit expectations.
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New research commissioned by the World Travel & Tourism Council has raised concerns that prolonged border delays associated with the rollout of Europe's Entry/Exit System (EES) could significantly impact tourism, putting up to 41 million visitor arrivals and $45.4 billion in spending at risk.
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Ottawa has launched public consultations on the future of Toronto's island airport as Ontario pushes to expand the facility to accommodate jet aircraft. Transport Canada wants input on noise levels, environmental impacts, economic benefits and the effect on the quality of life of residents living near the airport.
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