February 17, 2026 marks the beginning of the Year of the Horse, representing a time of energy, prosperity and forward momentum. Throughout the month of February, look for exciting celebrations around YVR, including live music, traditional Chinese lion dances, photo opportunities, limited-edition products, and the chance to win prizes. Also, visit Duty Free to meet […]

Lunar New Year celebrations at YVR include lion dances and prize giveways

Climb the Wall event raises funds for BC Lung Foundation
On March 1, employees of Vancouver International Airport (YVR) will participate in Climb the Wall 2026, a notable stair-climb fundraiser held at the Wall Centre in Downtown Vancouver. This event aims to support the BC Lung Foundation through a challenging physical activity that highlights the importance of lung health. Participants will ascend the 48-storey stairwell […]

Air Canada launches Vancouver–Sapporo Flights in 2026
Air Canada will launch new non‑stop service from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Sapporo‑Chitose (CTS) in December 2026, giving travellers direct access to Japan’s Hokkaido prefecture. The region is known for world‑class winter sports, the Sapporo Snow Festival, natural hot springs, and celebrated regional cuisine. The new route expands Air Canada’s international network and makes […]

TransLink brings 24-hour service to YVR
TransLink has expanded service on the N10 NightBus, creating 24-hour, seven-day-a-week public transit access to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). The expanded service fills the gap when the Canada Line is closed overnight from approximately 1:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m.—providing a reliable new option for those travelling during early-morning and late-night hours. For YVR, this is […]

CUPE issues strike notice to Air Canada
Air Canada has issued the statutory 72-hour lockout notice to the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) representing 10,000 flight attendants at Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge after the union provided strike notice to begin on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at 0:1.00 ET. A strike at the airline will heavily impact Vancouver International Airport […]

WestJet strengthens domestic schedule, adds capacity for summer 2025
WestJet is expanding its Canadian network with a new non-stop service between Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) and three Canadian cities for summer 2025. The expansion of WestJet’s Canadian network includes all-new non-stop service from Saskatoon and Regina and the return of flights between Vancouver and Halifax. New flights are offered between Winnipeg and St. […]

Medically equipped helicopter donated by Helijet arrives in Ukraine
A fully operational, medically equipped Sikorsky S-76A helicopter, donated by Helijet in February from its fleet for medical airlift use in Ukraine, has arrived there safely. Ukrainian engineers trained by Helijet in the aircraft’s service and maintenance procedures have received the packaged helicopter for reassembly and testing before pressing it into service. After announcing the […]

Air Canada begins Vancouver-Manila non-stop service
On April 2, after filling up on crispy pata, a popular Filipino dish featuring deep-fried pork leg and ube (purple yam) cheesecake, passengers made history, boarding Air Canada’s inaugural flight from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Manila’s Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL). Those travelling through YVR on April 1 also experienced Filipino dance and musical […]

Best of local and international luxury brands available at YVR’s Vancouver Duty Free
Spanning more than 2,800 square metres (30,500 square feet) in YVR’s International terminal, the newly redesigned stores at Vancouver Duty Free reflect the natural beauty and strong sense of place that is British Columbia while showcasing a carefully curated selection of product lines across beauty, liquor, and wellness.These new stores will be the first in […]

Boeing 747 added to Las Vegas AREA15 entertainment district
AREA15, the immersive and experiential art and entertainment district in Las Vegas, now boasts one of Burning Man’s art festival’s most iconic large-scale art pieces—a Boeing 747.Measuring almost 46 metres in length and more than 18 metres in width, the Boeing 747 will be repurposed as a one-of-a-kind cocktail and dining experience. With a future […]

Helijet donates medically equipped helicopter to people of Ukraine
Helijet International, a privately held Canadian-owned company based at the Vancouver International Airport (YVR), is donating a fully operational, medically equipped helicopter from its fleet for missions of mercy in Ukraine. Helijet has signed an agreement with a consortium of Canadian and Ukrainian non-governmental organizations, Maple Hope Foundation, the Ukrainian World Congress, and Initiative E+ […]














