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Air Canada still sees “friction in the system” regarding delays in the deliveries of Airbus A321XLR jets, the airline's chief operating officer said on Wednesday, as the carrier starts flights this month with the longer-range single-aisle jet.

MONTRÉAL, June 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Air Canada today, in partnership with K-9 Country Inn, launched Cabin-Ready Canines, a new, industry-leading initiative to enable customers with owner-trained service dogs to travel with confidence on Air Canada flights.

Highlights ongoing work, commitments and continued advancement in reducing barriers in travel and employment for persons with disabilities

MONTRÉAL, May 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Air Canada Foundation today released its 2025 Impact Report, outlining the meaningful difference it made in communities across Canada through its charitable partnerships, fundraising initiatives and the engagement of Air Canada employees nationwide.

Agreement covers 6,000 airport and customer service employees MONTREAL, May 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Air Canada today said it has reached a tentative collective agreement with Unifor, representing approximately 6,000 contact centre, customer relations, concierge, airport in-terminal and customer journey management employees at Air Canada. The tentative agreement recognizes the contributions and professionalism of Air Canada's frontline airport and customer service agents, while providing a framework for the future growth of the airline.

MONTRÉAL, May 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This month marks the 20th anniversary of the Aeroplan Member Donation Program. For two decades, the program has empowered approved Canadian charities to set fundraising goals and redeem donated points for air travel, hotel stays, car rentals, merchandise, and more. Charities also use donated points to support fundraising activities, including offering travel or redeemed merchandise as prizes.

Air Canada (ACDVF) has pulled its full-year 2026 financial guidance, signaling that the surge in jet fuel prices tied to the war in Iran could be becoming a maj

MONTRÉAL, May 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aeroplan, Canada's leading travel loyalty program, has announced a new strategic partnership with Hertz, one of the world's largest vehicle rental companies. This collaboration extends across Hertz, Dollar, and Thrifty, and is the latest example of Aeroplan's commitment to expanding its partner ecosystem, providing members with more opportunities to earn rewards, unlock premium benefits, and accelerate their journey to Aeroplan Elite Status.

MONTRÉAL, May 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Air Canada (TSX: AC) announced today that the 13 nominees listed in its 2026 management proxy circular were elected as directors at its annual meeting of shareholders on May 1, 2026. The detailed results of the vote for the election of directors are set out below.

Air Canada (AC:CA) Shareholder/Analyst Call Transcript

Air Canada (AC:CA) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Air Canada (ACDVF) came out with a quarterly loss of $0.04 per share versus the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of $0.29. This compares to a loss of $0.31 per share a year ago.

The Montreal-based airline is expecting an 0.5% to 1% increase in available seat miles capacity and adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization between C$575 million and C$725 million.

MONTREAL, April 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Air Canada today said it welcomes the results of a vote by its Flight Operations Crew Schedulers and its In-Flight Crew Schedulers represented by Unifor, approving a new collective agreement between the airline and Unifor. The four-year collective agreements are in effect until May 22, 2029.

MONTRÉAL, April 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Air Canada today took delivery in Hamburg of its first Airbus A321XLR, a next-generation single-aisle aircraft designed to fly longer routes efficiently and with greater passenger comfort. The arrival of this aircraft, leased from SMBC Aviation Capital, marks an important milestone in Air Canada's fleet renewal and growth strategy, with a total of 30 A321XLR aircraft (15 will be leased, 15 are being acquired directly from Airbus S.A.S.) expected to enter the fleet over the coming years.

A major airline announced Friday that it is suspending select routes in the U.S., citing soaring jet fuel costs that have made certain operations unprofitable.

The average price for a gallon of jet fuel reached $4.32 on Thursday, up from $2.50 the day before the war in Iran broke out, according to Argus Media.

NOTE TO EDITORS: A downloadable video (in the videos tab) and images are available on Air Canada's Media centre. Full specifications for the cabins are available for download: Airbus A321XLR and Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner

Air Canada (OTCMKTS:ACDVF - Get Free Report) has been assigned a consensus rating of "Hold" from the nine ratings firms that are covering the company, Marketbeat Ratings reports. Seven investment analysts have rated the stock with a hold recommendation and two have given a buy recommendation to the company. Several research analysts have recently commented

MONTRÉAL, April 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Air Canada today opened a new Air Canada Café at Vancouver International Airport (YVR), marking its second Café location for its Domestic customers, expanding its premium ground offering and continuing its investment in the customer experience. This follows the successful launch of a new Café at Montréal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) in the Transborder sector.

MONTRÉAL, April 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Air Canada today said it is beginning a limited pilot of an Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) process to test its effectiveness in settling customer claims for compensation filed under Canada's Airline Passenger Protection Regulations (APPR).

Nobody forced Mr. Rousseau to make a video and demonstrate his linguistic shortcomings.

Air Canada's CEO Michael Rousseau is stepping down following blowback from a video statement he gave — almost entirely in English — after an Express plane collided with a fire truck at LaGuardia airport on March 22. Mathieu Dion explains why the CEO's lack of a French apology led to this moment -------- More on Bloomberg Television and Markets Like this video?

Star Alliance welcomes Italy's flag carrier, further enabling seamless journeysfor customers worldwide. ROME, March 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Star Alliance officially welcomed ITA Airways as its newest member, marking the completion of the Italian carrier's integration into the world's largest airline alliance.

Bloomberg Canada Reporter Derek Decloet discusses the decision of Air Canada's CEO to step down after a controversial English-only video statement about the deadly runway collision at LaGuardia. Air Canada Chief Executive Officer Michael Rousseau announced he's leaving after creating a public relations fiasco with an English-language video about the deadly runway collision at LaGuardia Airport in New York.

Plus, adieu to Air Canada's embattled CEO and what ‘The Jetsons' got right and wrong

Air Canada CEO Michael Rousseau will retire by Q3 2026 after facing backlash over an English-only condolence video following the fatal LaGuardia Airport crash.

Air Canada (TSX:AC.B) announced that its CEO Michael Rousseau will retire by the end of the third quarter of 2026, after delivering a largely English condolence message following a fatal incident, prompting backlash and renewed scrutiny of his French-language abilities. The company said Rousseau will remain in his role and on the board during the transition period as a search for his successor continues.

Air Canada's CEO is stepping down after his English-only condolences video angered some French speakers. Canada's prime minister called the decision to speak only in English a "lack of compassion.

Air Canada CEO Michael Rousseau is stepping down after facing heated backlash for a video statement he made almost entirely in English after a fatal plane crash earlier this month – snubbing Montreal's official language of French.

Air Canada's chief executive Michael Rousseau will retire at the end of the third quarter this year.

MONTRÉAL, March 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Air Canada's Notice of 2026 annual meeting of shareholders and management proxy circular (the “circular”) is being published and filed today where required.

New York's LaGuardia airport was so busy last Sunday before an Air Canada jet collided with a fire truck that additional staff should have been brought in to help, several current and former U.S. air traffic controllers said.

Air Canada CEO Michael Rousseau on Thursday apologized for expressing condolences after a fatal crash in English and not in French, the country's second official language, after coming under criticism from Prime Minister Mark Carney.

Prime Minister Mark Carney on Wednesday criticized Air Canada CEO Michael Rousseau for expressing condolences after a fatal crash in English and not in French, Canada's second official language.

MONTRÉAL, March 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Air Canada is providing the following update on the accident involving an Air Canada Express Mitsubishi CRJ900 upon landing at New York LaGuardia on March 22, 2026 around 11:30 p.m.

An Air Canada Express plane with 76 people aboard collided with a fire truck shortly after landing at New York's LaGuardia Airport, the latest in a series of incidents that have put aviation safety in the spotlight. -------- More on Bloomberg Television and Markets Like this video?

An Air Canada Express plane with 76 people aboard collided with a fire truck shortly after landing at New York's LaGuardia Airport late Sunday, killing the two pilots. The incident adds to a string of fatal accidents and near-misses that has pushed Transport Secretary Sean Duffy to implement radical reforms of air traffic control technology and his workforce to boost safety standards.

MONTRÉAL, March 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A Jazz Aviation Mitsubishi CRJ-900 was involved in an accident upon landing at New York LaGuardia on March 22, 2026.

An Air Canada Express plane with 76 people aboard collided with a fire truck shortly after landing at New York's LaGuardia Airport late Sunday, killing the pilot and co-pilot. The jet, which took off from Montreal, was carrying 72 passengers and four crew, Jazz Aviation, which was operating the flight, said in a statement.

An Air Canada Express plane flying from Montreal collided with a ground vehicle upon landing at New York's La Guardia Airport, according to flight tracking website FlightRadar24.

MONTRÉAL, March 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Air Canada Foundation today announced new officers and new members to its Board of Directors. Ms. Priscille Leblanc, who has held the position of Chair of the Foundation since its inception in 2012, has elected to retire. Ms. Louise-Hélène Sénécal, who recently retired from Air Canada as Vice President and General Counsel and has been a member of the Board of Directors and Corporate Secretary of the Air Canada Foundation, will be the new Chair.

Air Canada (OTCMKTS:ACDVF - Get Free Report) has been given an average rating of "Hold" by the nine research firms that are covering the firm, Marketbeat.com reports. Seven analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and two have assigned a buy rating to the company. Several brokerages have issued reports on ACDVF. Zacks

Air Canada (AC:CA) Presents at JPMorgan Industrials Conference 2026 Transcript
