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Air Canada’s updated pet travel policy in effect June 1

Air Canada has announced an update to its pet travel policy.

Starting June 1, all pets travelling in the cabin must be transported in soft-sided carriers, according to the airline.


After this date, hard kennels will no longer be accepted on board any flights operated by Air Canada, Air Canada Rouge, or Air Canada Express.


“If your itinerary includes a flight operated by

Parks Canada announces a contract worth more than $4.5 million for the reconstruction of the Passage lookout at La Mauricie National Park

The iconic lookout is the most popular with visitors and offers spectacular views of the impressive Wapizagonke Lake


GATINEAU, QC, March 7, 2025 /CNW/ - Parks Canada administered places are the cornerstones of Canada's tourism industry, and Parks Canada is committed to providing visitors with high-quality, meaningful visitor experiences across the country. Right now, Canadians are choosing

MP Hanley announces over $1 million to support Yukon First Nation tourism and cultural industries

HAINES JUNCTION, YT, March 7, 2025 /CNW/ - Yukon First Nation businesses and organizations play a crucial role in creating jobs and generating economic opportunities in the territory.


Today, Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for CanNor,

Air Canada launches new partnership with Michelin-starred Chef Masaki Hashimoto

MONTREAL — Air Canada has announced a new partnership with Michelin-starred Chef Masaki Hashimoto to elevate its Signature Class dining experience on flights between Canada and Japan.


Based in Toronto, Chef Hashimoto is the owner of Kaiseki Yu-zen Hashimoto, one of Canada’s few restaurants dedicated to the traditional Japanese Kaiseki cuisine. His restaurant has held a Michelin star for

Canada and Ghana sign first air transport agreement

OTTAWA — Canada has signed its first air transport agreement with Ghana, a move set to enhance connectivity, expand flight options, and create new opportunities for businesses and travellers alike.


The agreement grants airlines from both countries the ability to operate scheduled air services, with the flexibility to serve any points in Canada and Ghana. Canadian and Ghanaian airlines

Qatar to open flights to Toronto

Qatar Airways will launch three direct flights per week to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) from Doha starting December 11.


Operated by Boeing 777-300ER, equipped with 42 Qsuite business class seats and 312 economy class seats, the new service from Toronto improves connectivity to Canada.


The flight will operate on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. Flight QR767 will

China and Canada to increase direct flights to meet travel and trade demand

China and Canada will increase the number of direct flights to meet demand for travel and trade between the two countries, the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) said Wednesday.


Air Canada plans to increase the frequency of its weekly flights roundtrip from Vancouver to Shanghai from the current four to seven from December 7, according to the CAAC.


In addition, Air

Scientists have discovered a new microcontinent between Greenland and Canada

Located between Greenland and Canada, Davis Strait serves as a vital link between the Labrador Sea and Baffin Bay. This body of water has long been of interest to scientists for its complex geological features. Recently, a groundbreaking discovery brought new attention to the region: the discovery of a microcontinent formed by complex plate tectonic processes. This discovery, called the Davis Strait

Canada's Rain Tax: What it means and why people don't like it

According to the latest data, Canada is ready to introduce the so-called “rain tax” starting next month. The move aims to address the problem of stormwater management in the Canadian city Toronto.


According to the City of Toronto's official website, the City is considering introducing this "rain tax" which is scheduled to be introduced in April.


The City of Toronto's official

Air Canada pays compensation due to misunderstanding with chatbot

Air Canada was forced to pay compensation after the airline's chatbot misinformed a customer in a conversation about loss rates.


The chatbot recommended that passenger Jake Moffat book a ticket and then submit application for a ticket refund to receive compensation due to the loss, reports simpleflying.com.


According to theguardian.com, the chatbot assured Moffat that he would

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