So what is the Bombardier #C-Series anyway?
It’s a nice looking jet and it’s great to see that a #Canadian company may possibly...
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Tag: Montreal
Is Toronto a housing bubble?
While Canada’s high-flying housing market continues to stabilize, it’s increasingly evident that one city — Toronto — is a glaring exception. In sharp contrast to price moderation in most cities and a significant...
Read MoreQatar Airways keen to expand in Canada
Qatar Airways keen to expand in Canada
The CEO of Qatar Airways has said he is struggling to secure more landing rights to boost services to Canada.
Akbar Al Baker said in a speech in Montreal that Canadians deserved a better airline service to the Middle East but government restrictions were hindering progress.
“Qatar is of course interested in forging even closer ties with Canada but we are struggling with being granted additional landing rights,”
Read MoreIs it time to open the skies in Canada and allow U.S carriers?
Is it time to open the skies in Canada and allow U.S carriers?
Despite the issues pilots have with their employer, Air Canada, the issues today are showing the serious flaws in Canada’s transportation system. There are alternatives for trips to Montreal, Ottawa and other locations; using Porter or WestJet, however other remote and specific locations are leaving Canadians hanging. People are upset and rightly so. There is a dependency in Canada, on Air Canada. However, there are a not a full list of choices. I am sure Buffalo Niagara is seeing an increase and maybe it’s time to get other carriers in Canada. Our Federal policies prevent an American, or other carrier, from flying within Canada. Air Canada is taking a big hit and Canadians are angry. The Conservatives, now with a majority, may take notice. What do you say?
Read MoreWildcat strike has now hit Montreal
The wildcat strike, which started in Toronto’s Pearson Airport has now started to affect Montreal. Just heard the news and if you already have not started, please check with Air Canada before heading out. The issue started...
Read MoreThe bigger story: Justin Trudeau wins Montreal riding. Will he become the next leader of the Liberals
INGRID PERITZ Globe and Mail Update October 15, 2008 at 1:22 AM EDT MONTREAL — Justin Trudeau, heir to one of the most famous names in Canadian politics, will succeed his father to Ottawa after securing a victory in the Montreal...
Read MoreWhy you should not ignore Jack! Is it time for a new vision for Canada?
Maybe its time for change? Maybe its time for a new Prime Minister? We like to think the Tories are the best for managing deficits, however, Ronald Reagan, Brian Mulroney, Mike Harris (Ernie Eves), George Bush and now maybe...
Read MoreFree trade Canada – Europe – Secret agreement in the works?
DOUG SAUNDERS From Thursday’s Globe and Mail September 18, 2008 at 2:00 AM EDT LONDON — Canadian and European officials say they plan to begin negotiating a massive agreement to integrate Canada’s economy with the 27...
Read MoreToronto Porter Airlines’ Big Apple Plans Soured By FAA
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has taken a big bite out of Porter Airlines’ Big Apple ambitions. The regulator ruled the Toronto-based upstart airline must trim its daily schedule of 14 flights between Hogtown...
Read MoreImmigrants choose to settle in Canada’s largest cities
Immigrants are still choosing to start their lives in Canada in one of the “big three” -Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver – but there are signs of changing times. Among all the census metropolitan areas, Toronto,...
Read MoreWhat goes around comes around?
I am a fan of the Toronto Island Airport. I like the idea of flying out of the downtown Toronto area, using a convenient connection to places like Ottawa, Montreal and points beyond. I also like the Porter Airline concept, along...
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