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W̱SÁNEĆ First Nations and Victoria Airport Authority Enter into Friendship Agreement

Four W̱SÁNEĆ First Nations —  BOḰEĆEN (Pauquachin), W̱JOȽEȽP (Tsartlip), SȾÁUTW̱ (Tsawout), and W̱SÍ,ḴEM (Tseycum) — and the Victoria Airport Authority (VAA), operators of Victoria International Airport (YYJ), have entered into a new Friendship Agreement that establishes a long-term, collaborative relationship based on respect (ÁTOL), cooperation (ĆȺINEUEL), and partnership (HIWESTEL).  The Agreement reflects the long-standing relationship

Terminal Sidewalk Closure

January 19 – February 13Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. To support upcoming construction, the terminal curbside sidewalk between Departures and Arrivals will be temporarily closed during the dates and times listed above. During this time, pedestrian access will not be available along the terminal curbside between Departures and Arrivals. Please use interior

Live Holiday Music!

We’re excited to welcome back our Holiday Music Program at Victoria International Airport! Throughout the holiday season, talented local musicians will be sharing festive tunes to add a little extra cheer to your journey – whether you’re arriving, heading out, or waiting to welcome loved ones home. All performances take place in the Arrivals Rotunda,

Victoria International Airport Prepares for Busy Holiday Season

Victoria, BC (December 12, 2025) – Victoria International Airport (YYJ) is preparing for one of the busiest travel periods of the year, with peak passenger volumes expected between December 20 and January 5. YYJ is encouraging travellers and those picking up passengers to plan ahead, allow extra time, and stay informed as holiday demand, winter

Record-Breaking Quarter: YYJ Marks Busiest Period Ever

Victoria, BC (October 21, 2025) – Victoria International Airport (YYJ) marked its busiest quarter on record – July, August, and September 2025 – with August standing out as the busiest month ever recorded at the airport. In August, YYJ welcomed 227,613 passengers, surpassing all previous monthly totals and continuing a strong trend of record-breaking traffic

UPDATE: Unauthorized Audio Message at YYJ

Earlier today, an unauthorized audio message was broadcast over the public address system at Victoria International Airport (YYJ). Airport staff acted quickly to shut it down. The incident was related to a cloud-based software issue. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused and thank our passengers for their patience and cooperation.

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Today, we pause to honour Survivors of residential schools, their families, and their communities. We acknowledge their strength, dignity, and resilience, and we remember the children who never came home. Victoria Airport Authority operates on the homeland of the W̱SÁNEĆ People, whose relationship to this land continues to this day. We are committed to strengthening our

Incident Update – Victoria International Airport (YYJ)

July 15, 2025Sidney, BC Victoria International Airport (YYJ) can confirm that the earlier incident involving an aircraft operated by the Victoria Flying Club has been safely resolved. The aircraft has landed and the individual involved has been apprehended by the RCMP. We thank the RCMP, NAV CANADA, the Victoria Flying Club, and our on-site teams

Celebrating Airport Workers Day at Victoria International Airport

On Airport Workers Day, we recognize and honour the dedication and hard work of the people who make Victoria International Airport (YYJ) a cornerstone of connectivity and economic growth for Vancouver Island. This year’s celebration holds special significance: YYJ has been awarded the 2024 Airports Council International – Airport Service Quality Award for Best Airport

Annual Public General Meeting

The public is invited to attend the Victoria Airport Authority’s Annual Public General Meeting on:Tuesday, May 13, 2025 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm Please join us to learn more about airport operations and meet members of our Team and Board of Directors. Mary Winspear Centre – Activity Room 22243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, BC Public

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