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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 …

Harbour Air continues to connect more BC communities with launch of new Patricia Bay service.

Vancouver, BC – May 16th, 2024 – Harbour Air, North America’s leading seaplane airline, is thrilled to announce the addition of scheduled service to Patricia Bay at Victoria International Airport, bringing a new convenient travel option with easy access to downtown Vancouver. Commencing June 12th, Harbour Air will operate regular seaplane flights connecting the communities …

NAV CANADA inaugurates construction of the new Victoria Airport Control Tower

May 14, 2024 – Ottawa – NAV CANADA and the Victoria Airport Authority, today held a groundbreaking event for the construction of the new Victoria Airport Control Tower.  The event took place at the new construction site, located near the Airside Operations Centre, with representatives from NAV CANADA, the Airport Authority, as well as from …

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