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Victoria International Airport Receives Global Airport Service Quality Award for Best Airport in North America Under Two Million Passengers

Victoria, BC (March 05, 2026) – Victoria International Airport (YYJ) has received the Airport Service Quality (ASQ) Award for Best Airport at Departures in North America serving under two million passengers, a global customer experience award presented by Airports Council International (ACI). This marks the fifth time YYJ has received the award, and the second

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Cougar in Area

The Victoria Airport Authority is advising the public to remain alert following reports of a cougar near ȾEṈTEN (TenTen Creek) along Willingdon Road. The BC Conservation Officer Service has been notified. Those in the area, including users of the nearby walking path, are asked to stay vigilant and use caution when outdoors – particularly between

Victoria International Airport Partners with #NotInMyCity to Combat Human Trafficking

As Canada marks National Human Trafficking Awareness Day on February 22, Victoria International Airport (YYJ) is announcing a new partnership with #NotInMyCity, a national movement committed to preventing and ending human trafficking in Canada. Through this collaboration, YYJ is reinforcing its dedication to providing a safe, secure, and welcoming travel environment by raising awareness, educating

Victoria Airport Authority Recognized as a Top Employer in British Columbia for 2026

Victoria Airport Authority (VAA) has once again been named one of BC’s Top 100 Employers, earning the distinction for 2026 and marking the seventh consecutive year the organization has received this designation. VAA’s recognition reflects its continued investment in organizational culture, leadership, and long-term workforce sustainability, particularly at a time when employers across British Columbia are facing

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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.

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