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Top five YVR moments of 2014

From the arrival of Dreamliner aircraft to parades, and a record number of passengers, YVR was busy in 2014. With the previous year now behind, YVR thanks its neighbours for hosting, joining in and participating at so many of the community events that were attended by the YVR team in 2014. Here is YVR’s top […]

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Help design a special bank note for Canada’s 150th anniversary

From Whitehorse or Victoria, to Sept-Îles, St. John’s and everywhere in between, Canada’s central bank wants input from Canadians on a special commemorative bank note that will celebrate the 150th anniversary of Confederation in 2017. For the first time ever, the Bank of Canada is starting the design of a new bank note with an […]

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Federal government speeds up screening times for low-risk travellers

Travellers enrolled in the NEXUS screening program and other low-risk travellers will now process through airport security lines in an speedier fashion. Low-risk or Trusted Travellers are those who have undergone extensive background checks, such as members of the Canadian and American armed forces, uniformed airline crews and members of the U.S. Global Entry travel […]

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Did You Know—how many landings before an aircraft’s tires are replaced?

Aircraft tires do not typically have a definitive lifespan. Variables such as weather, hard landings, cross-wind landings, anti-skid action and rough or damaged runway surfaces all have an effect on the condition of the rubber surrounding the tire’s core. Recapped or retreaded tires is standard procedure in aviation and is regarded as being the most […]

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San Francisco offers a holiday season filled with activities and events

During the month of December, visitors to San Francisco will find the City by the Bay aglow with lights, sights and decorations that add to the city’s naural scenic beauty and magical atmosphere. While Christmas can be a challenging day to plan activities, several notable spots in San Francisco keep their doors open and the […]

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