Source: Pete Evans, cbc.ca, January 06, 2020 The company uses parcel services such as UPS and FedEx for its current deliveries, but is moving to build its own delivery network. Amazon is buying four jets from WestJet and seven from Delta as the e-commerce giant moves to beef up its delivery fleet at a time… Continue reading Amazon Buys Jets From Delta and WestJet To Beef up Transportation Logistics
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B.C. Couple’s 4-Month Battle With WestJet Over Flight Refunds
Source: Joel Ballard, cbc.ca, October 20, 2020 Taylor Jones says he was told WestJet would only provide WestJet Dollars — travel credits that have a 24-month expiration date. It was supposed to be a dream vacation. Taylor Jones had purchased two round-trip tickets to Orlando, Fla., to visit Disney World — a surprise birthday and… Continue reading B.C. Couple’s 4-Month Battle With WestJet Over Flight Refunds
RCMP Warn Of Scam Calls
The RCMP would like to warn the public calls are circulating claiming to be from the Canada Revenue Agency. These calls state that you have a compromised SIN number, an outstanding case against you, owe taxes, or have committed a financial crime. This is a scam. Do not provide personal information, do not send payment… Continue reading RCMP Warn Of Scam Calls
Westjet Cuts Capacity in Atlantic Canada by 80%
Source: Rob Drinkwater The Canadian Press, globalnews.ca, October 14, 2020 The flight suspensions begin Nov. 2nd and in total, more than 100 flights made to the region will be “eliminated.” WestJet announced it is indefinitely suspending flights across Atlantic Canada as the coronavirus pandemic continues to broadly affect the travel industry. In a press release,… Continue reading Westjet Cuts Capacity in Atlantic Canada by 80%
Refunds “Unlikely” for Passengers as Airlines End Physical Distancing
Source: Alexandra Mae Jones, ctvnews.ca, June 29, 2020 Airlines have said passengers can rebook for free. TORONTO — WestJet and Air Canada will soon begin selling every seat on their flights again, ending their attempts at physical distancing — a decision that has left many passengers demanding refunds. Starting July 1, passengers will no longer… Continue reading Refunds “Unlikely” for Passengers as Airlines End Physical Distancing
Westjet and Air Canada End Physical Distancing on July 1
Source: cbcnews.ca, June 25, 2020 Air Canada and WestJet conduct pre-boarding temperature checks, require masks on board, enhanced aircraft cleaning and cut out hot drinks and food. The country’s two largest airlines are ending their on-board seat distancing policies starting July 1, raising health concerns amid a pandemic that has devastated the travel industry. Air… Continue reading Westjet and Air Canada End Physical Distancing on July 1
Reduced Demand Sees WestJet Extend Cancellations
Source: Staff, The Canadian Press, globalnews.ca, May 11, 2020 Temporary transborder and international route suspensions have been extended through to June 25. WestJet says it is extending many flight cancellations into early July as it continues to deal with record-low passenger numbers due to COVID-19. In late April, the Calgary-based carrier said it was cancelling… Continue reading Reduced Demand Sees WestJet Extend Cancellations
WestJet surprises Vanscoy elementary students with trip to WE Day Manitoba
Source: Meaghan Craig, Global News, October 23, 2018 Thirteen elementary students from Vanscoy, Sask., will be heading to Manitoba for WE Day after WestJet recognized them for their local and global campaigns to create change. Sometimes the best gifts in life aren’t purchased online or from a store, they come in the form of an unexpected… Continue reading WestJet surprises Vanscoy elementary students with trip to WE Day Manitoba