YVR’s Washroom Committee is on the lookout for ideas on how to build the world’s best washroom and has launched a contest that aims to solicit ideas from the travelling public on sustainable, innovative and accessibility features and amenities they would like to see included in the washrooms at YVR. “YVR was proud to have […]
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Harbour Air Seaplanes named 2015 Clear Skies Award winner
Last month, during Canadian Environment Week, Sea Island-based Harbour Air Seaplanes was named winner of the 2015 Clear Skies Award by Vancouver Airport Authority. The Clear Skies Awards is YVR’s annual environmental awards program, designed to recognize Sea Island businesses that demonstrate a commitment to sustainability, improving its environmental footprint through the reduction of greenhouse […]

Vancouver and Shanghai airport authorities to promote aviation business between both gateways
Vancouver Airport Authority recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation with Shanghai Airport Authority, which is designed to strengthen the relationship between the two organizations and jointly develop air services, cultural exchanges and business opportunities. “We are very excited about this agreement with Shanghai Airport Authority,” said Craig Richmond, president and CEO, Vancouver Airport […]

ICAO bans e-cigarettes from checked baggage
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) will no longer allow e-cigarettes and other battery-powered portable electronic smoking devices in checked baggage on airlines because of the risk of heating elements contained within them accidentally catching fire. ICAO first advised its member states of potential safety issues related to e-cigarettes in December 2014. At time, the […]

Youth take-off with training from aviation industry
A joint venture between the British Columbia Aviation Council (BCAC) and the Air Cadet League of Canada British Columbia Provincial Committee (BCPC) has resulted in a work experience program accredited by the BC Ministry of Education. This program will see youth completing 40 hours towards their High School Graduation Transition (HSGT) program in the aerospace […]