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All-inclusive airfare advertising laws now in effect

The federal government has mandated all-inclusive airfare advertising under amendments to the Air Transportation Regulations. The new rules require air service advertisers to display the total price a consumer must pay in order to fly, including all taxes, fees and charges. The amendments apply to the price of air services advertised in any media to […]

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New location for Sea Island luxury designer outlet

Vancouver Airport Authority has selected a preferred location for the development of a luxury designer outlet centre at a new site near the Canada Line Templeton Station on Sea Island. The new site is located on the northeast corner of SeaIsland and provides direct access to the Canada Line rapid-transit that connects VancouverInternationalAirport to Richmond […]

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First Nations street banners to adorn YVR’s roadways

  Last summer, Vancouver Airport Authority and YVR Art Foundation launched a street banner contest to celebrate First Nations art in B.C. For many visitors, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) provides the first and last impression of British Columbia. The airport has long reflected the beauty of the province and its diverse landscape through unique architecture […]

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YVR expands frequencies and services in 2013

In 2012, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) continued to expand its routes and services, connecting B.C. residents to the rest of the world. In June, YVR became the first North American airport to offer a direct flight to China’s interior with the arrival of Sichuan Airlines and its Vancouver to Chengdu route. The most spirited airline […]

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B.C. Government announces provincial aviation strategy

Opening and expanding international markets for British Columbia’s goods and services is one of the pillars of the BC Jobs Plan and as such, the government of B.C. has launched a Connecting with the World Aviation Strategy designed to help grow the B.C. economy, create jobs and increase investment in the province. Announced last month, […]

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