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Minister of Transport announces new funding to improve and increase capacity for cargo destined for the North at the Ottawa International Airport

TOP STORY Minister of Transport announces new funding to improve and increase capacity for cargo destined for the North at…

Air passenger traffic at Canada's airports more than doubled in 2022: StatCan

TOP STORY Air passenger traffic at Canada’s airports more than doubled in 2022: StatCan CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining unit order –…

'Huge kettle of fish' faces new Transport Minister Pablo Rodriguez

TOP STORY ‘Huge kettle of fish’ faces new Transport Minister Pablo Rodriguez DECISIONS Application, compensation, cancelled flights – Perovic v.…

IATA calls on Canadian, U.S. governments to step in regarding air traffic control shortcomings

TOP STORY IATA calls on Canadian, U.S. governments to step in regarding air traffic control shortcomings DECISIONS Judicial review, interlocutory…

The Canadian Transportation Agency launches consultations to strengthen air passenger protection

TOP STORY The Canadian Transportation Agency launches consultations to strengthen air passenger protection DECISIONS Security for costs, appeal – Ashraf…

Arbitrator Finds that Union is Not Entitled to Additional Remedy Pursuant to Collective Agreement’s COLA Clause

TOP STORY Arbitrator Finds that Union is Not Entitled to Additional Remedy Pursuant to Collective Agreement’s COLA Clause CIRB DECISIONS…

Minister of Transport announces pilot for dedicated Verified Traveller lines coming soon to Ottawa International Airport and Halifax Stanfield International Airport

TOP STORY Minister of Transport announces pilot for dedicated Verified Traveller lines coming soon to Ottawa International Airport and Halifax…

TSB 2022-23 Annual Report: Highlighting significant safety issues in Canadian transportation

TOP STORY TSB 2022-23 Annual Report: Highlighting significant safety issues in Canadian transportation DECISIONS Application, decertification – Certain Employees of…

TSB annual assessment of outstanding safety recommendations: more timely action needed to address key safety issues

TOP STORY TSB annual assessment of outstanding safety recommendations: more timely action needed to address key safety issues DECISIONS Preliminary…

Nolinor Aviation Uses AI To Revolutionize Its Safety System

TOP STORY Nolinor Aviation Uses AI To Revolutionize Its Safety System CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining unit order – 1263343 Alberta Inc.…

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Air Canada to Dispute $426K Penalty From Airline Regulator Stemming From 2025 Events

TOP STORY Air Canada says it rejects a claim by the country’s airline regulator that it failed to live up to its rebooking obligations during a labour disruption last summer and it will push back accordingly on a formal penalty it has been handed. Air Canada to dispute $426K penalty from airline regulator stemming from […]
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For Cause Provision Defines “Cause” Too Broadly, Rendering Entire Termination Provision Illegal Under the Canada Labour Code

Recently, termination provisions in employment contracts have been subject to increased scrutiny by the courts. As a result, there are a growing number of decisions detailing the ways in which these provisions can inadvertently contravene applicable employment standards legislation. Post-Waksdale, the outcome in such cases is typically the unenforceability of the termination provision as a […]
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If Your Employee’s in Quebec, So Are You.

Employers with cross-border employees or remote-working employees should take note of the Quebec Superior Court’s recent decision inCicale v. Swiss International Air Lines Ltd., 2025 QCCS 4421. This case confirms that an employee will likely be entitled to the employment protections of the Civil Code of Quebec where they physically perform their work from the province of Quebec.
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Building a Culture of Safety and Trust: Leadership Lessons for Maintenance Professionals

TOP STORY Technical expertise keeps aircraft flying in our industry, but it’s workplace culture that keeps people motivated, safe, and dedicated to performing good work. Without a positive and strong culture, companies struggle to safely meet maintenance schedules. That culture comes directly from a company’s leadership.  Building a culture of safety and trust: Leadership lessons for maintenance professionals – Vertical Mag Decisions Appeal, workers’ compensation – Guiddir et Héli-Express inc., 2026 QCTAT 1094 Commission denied […]
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How the Helicopter Industry is Harnessing AI

TOP STORY Artificial intelligence (AI) has begun to make its way into almost every facet of aviation, from maintenance prediction and scheduling to operations. In the rotary industry, even the smallest operators are embracing some form of AI to support their businesses. As AI becomes increasingly prevalent, the question for helicopter operators is no longer […]
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