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

By on December 22, 2014 in Government

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

By on December 18, 2014 in Government

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?

By on December 11, 2014 in Aviation Knowledge

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

By on December 11, 2014 in Travel Features

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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Airbus encourages young women to pursue aviation careers

By on December 11, 2014 in Airbus

Airbus continued its policy of encouraging young girls to consider studying aeronautics by recently welcoming secondary school students to its Toulouse site for a day, giving them the opportunity to meet Airbus employees and learn more about the different professions in the aeronautical industry. The goal of the Airbus’ program, “Elles du Futur – Girls […]

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