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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

Victoria International Airport (YYJ) Recognized with Prestigious Customer Service Award

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 Recognized as a Top Employer in B.C.

Victoria Airport Authority (VAA) has been named as one of BC’s Top 100 Employers for 2025. Now in its 20th year, BC’s Top Employers is an annual competition organized by the editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers. This special designation recognizes the British Columbia employers that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work.

Victoria Airport Authority (VAA) Launches Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program

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

New Food and Beverage Program Operator Announced for YYJ

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

Harbour Air Rolls Out New Wheeled Flight Service

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

Construction of Beacon Avenue West Roundabout now complete

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

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