For Sea Island workers and Burkeville residents it’s not always about airports and aviation. For those with an interest in open water, there is a new marina development launching this fall. The facility, appropriately called Milltown Marina, is currently taking shape at the foot of Bentley Street just off Granville and SW Marine Drive in […]
Softball event delivers for Rubina Hope for Kids charity
The devastating 2004 tsunami in 2004 that took the lives of more than 280,000 people in Southeast Asia is now a memory, but never forgotten. Rubina Hope for Kids was founded in 2005 in memory of Rubina Wong, who was killed as a result of the tsunami while vacationing on Koh Phi Phi, Thailand. The […]
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Standup paddleboard turned into $28,000 fundraiser
Cargojet’s Toronto duty manager Ron Byrne and his wife Sarah were recently given the kind of heartbreaking news that no parent wants to hear. Their 21-month-old son, Nolan, was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). The diagnosis meant that Nolan would need at least 24 months of chemotherapy in addition to various other treatments. Byrne […]
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Sunwing adds flights to Mexican Riviera
Sunwing will offer new flights and vacation packages to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo, Mexico from three Western Canadian gateways—Vancouver, Kelowna and Edmonton. Departures from the three cities are set for Thursdays between Dec. 19, 2013 and Apr. 3, 2014. In addition to its beaches, Ixtapa is known for upscale shopping, lively entertainment and activities such as hiking, horseback […]
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WestJet Encore brings Bombardier Q400s to Skeena Valley
Effective November 25, 2013, WestJet will offer new twice-daily, non-stop service between Vancouver and Terrace, B.C. Operated by WestJet Encore using Bombardier Q400 NextGen aircraft, the service will benefit the entire northwest region of the province, which is undergoing a major economic transformation due to billions of dollars in investment in forestry, mining, smelting, hydroelectricity, […]
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Virgin Atlantic updates its uniforms
Virgin Atlantic has revealed its new uniforms, following a collaboration with legendary British designer Vivienne Westwood to update the airline’s iconic red uniforms, with an emphasis on originality and sustainability. The new uniforms will be worn by 180 specially selected staff—including pilots, ground staff and cabin crews—as the airline trials the uniform, checking for comfort […]
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New uniforms for United Airlines employees
Flight attendants, customer service agents and many of the more than 64,000 United Airlines employees worldwide have shed their old work outfits for a new wardrobe. “The new uniforms project a contemporary, sophisticated look that reflects the modern airline we’re building,” said Jeff Foland, United’s executive vice president – marketing, technology and strategy. “With significant […]
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Tofino-Ucluelet-Long Beach Airport to receive $248,200 for new runway sweeper
The Tofino-Ucluelet-Long Beach Airport is receiving $248,200 through the Canadian Government’s Airports Capital Assistance Program (ACAP). The funding is being provided for the replacement of a runway sweeper. The new sweeper will ensure the timely and effective removal of snow, slush and ice from runways and taxiways. To date, through ACAP, the Tofino-Ucluelet-Long Beach Airport […]
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Wayne Duzita appointed vice-chair of Richmond Tourism
Richmond City Council has appointed Wayne Duzita as vice-chair Richmond Tourism Association Board of Directors. The Board of Directors focuses on policy and program development, over sees the management of Tourism Richmond, monitors organizational performance, and ensures that the mandate of the organization is carried out. Tourism Richmond is the city’s exclusive tourism destination marketing […]
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SkyTalk Golf Tournament to recognize Burkeville Community Association
Sea Island Community Centre is located in Burkeville, a community of some 300 household situated at the corner of Miller Road and Russ Baker Way . Burkeville residents have always had a strong sense of community, going way back to when the homes were first constructed in 1944 to house war-time aviation workers at the […]
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WestJet expands service to Hawaii
Starting December 2013, WestJet will begin new, daily service between Vancouver and Hawaii Island (Kona) and between Vancouver and Kauai (Lihue). On December 12, 2013, service between Vancouver and Hawaii Island increases to daily from four times weekly last winter. Service between Vancouver and Kauai also increases to daily, beginning December 14, 2013, from three […]
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