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Victoria International Airport’s (YYJ) commitment to providing excellent customer service has earned it the prestigious Airports Council International (ACI) Airport Service Quality (ASQ) 2024 Award for Best Airport under 2 Million Passengers in North America. “The ASQ Awards represent the highest possible distinction in the industry, and it is an honour to be recognized for …
Victoria Airport Authority (VAA) is pleased to announce the launch of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program at Victoria International Airport (YYJ). The Sunflower program offers individuals with a non-visible disability a discrete way of signalling to airport staff that they may require additional support or a little more time or patience. “We are so pleased …
Food Travel Leader SSP Canada Assumes Operation of Airport’s Food and Beverage Locations VICTORIA, BC – October 10, 2024 – Victoria Airport Authority announces a new partnership with SSP Canada, which will operate the Victoria International Airport’s main food and beverage program starting this month. SSP Canada, a division of SSP Group, a leading operator …
North America’s largest seaplane airline expands flight offerings to include first-ever wheeled flight service launching November 4, 2024 between YVR’s South Terminal and YYJ Victoria International Airport. The airline’s new aircraft on wheels are in addition to its more than 20 existing seaplane flights between Vancouver and Victoria Harbour Airport. The new flights will provide …
News Release Sidney, BC – The Town of Sidney, Victoria Airport Authority, and District of North Saanich are pleased to announce the substantial completion of the Beacon Avenue West Roundabout, which will support economic development in the area, reduce congestion, and improve safety. The new roundabout includes a connection to realigned Stirling Way. The project …
Continued partnership with Canucks Autism Network, Victoria International Airport and the Air Canada Foundation increases airport accessibility for the second straight year VICTORIA, B.C. – This past April 21 and 28, families with children and youth on the autism spectrum took part in Autism Aviation Days at Victoria International Airport (YYJ). Coinciding with Autism Acceptance …
VICTORIA, BC – April 3, 2024 – As part of World Autism Month, Victoria Airport Authority (VAA), in partnership with Magnusmode, has launched a new accessibility initiative, MagnusCards®, to assist travellers. MagnusCards is a smartphone application available for iOS and Android, created by the Canadian company Magnusmode, offering travellers step-by-step visuals, audio, and text how-to’s …
For Immediate Release – March 8, 2024 Victoria Airport Authority (VAA) is pleased to announce a significant initiative aimed at supporting menstrual health and fostering inclusivity within the air terminal building at Victoria International Airport (YYJ) by partnering with a women-led company. YYJ recognized the importance of addressing this essential need ahead of the December …
Victoria Airport Authority (VAA) has been named as one of BC’s Top 100 Employers for 2024. “We’re pleased to receive this special designation for a fifth consecutive year,” said Elizabeth M. Brown, Victoria Airport Authority President and CEO. “Being recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers is a direct reflection of the dedication and commitment …
As Victoria Airport Authority (VAA) prepares for growth, it will be increasing its Airport Improvement Fee (AIF) from the current $15.00 per departing passenger to $25.00, for all tickets sold on or after April 1, 2024, for travel from the airport after May 1, 2024. Last adjusted in 2015, AIF funds have supported significant investments …
