Flying 40 Years Into B.C.’s Future – Airport Authority Seeks Community Input For Future Planning ancouver International Airport Authority has begun a dialogue about choices for future runways, terminals and ground transportation at YVR to meet the needs of the region for the next 40 years. Airport Authority president and CEO Larry Berg presented options for discussion as part of a two-day conference on the future of the airport in the context of the local and global environment in 2044. The conference, called Forum ’44, was the launch of a unique consultation during which the Airport Authority will seek community and stake-
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holder input on potential development options that would support the some 45 million passengers, 500,000 aircraft take-offs and landings, and 53,000 direct jobs YVR is projecting by 2044. “Forty years ago, I’m sure few people could imagine the YVR of today: a premier global gateway connecting B.C. to the world,” said Berg. “The next 40 years hold just as much promise. Sound long-term planning will ensure the airport remains a source of pride and prosperity for our province, able to seize the opportunities presented by emerging economies and a growing demand for
safe, convenient air travel, and strengthen our position as a major economic generator for B.C.” Future YVR development options discussed at the forum included: an additional runway, either north or south of the existing runways or out into the water; various configurations for future terminal expansions; ground transportation enhancements for future traffic levels, such as additional bridges and roads, a dedicated access route or transportation demand management; and site options for a larger, busier YVR able to support the vital travel, trade and tourism of tomorrow.
Graham Clarke, chair of the Airport Authority’s community-based Board of Directors, said: “As a locally based organization, the Airport Authority is committed to public accountability and open communication with our stakeholders about the future of the airport.” Added Clarke, “Forum ’44 is about examining options and asking questions so we can effectively seek B.C.’s input on how to meet our future needs in a manner that will benefit our communiSEE CHOICES, PAGE 3
F R E E NOVEMBER 2004 • Your Airport Community Newspaper – Vancouver International Airport
Costumes, Pumpkins And Prizes: Hallowe’en At YVR ast month, the merchants, employees and airline staff at YVR captured the spirit of Hallowe’en by donning costumes and parading in the International Terminal Building. Pumpkins donated by HMS Host and CARA were carved and displayed at the Haida Gwaii for judging by members of the airport merchants’ Promotional Steering Committee. Prizes of YVR Bucks, redeemable at more than 140 YVR shops, services and restaurants, were awarded to first-, second- and third-place winners in the costume and pumpkincarving contests.
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NEXUS Air Takes Off Latest YVR FasTrack Service VR is the first airport in North America to offer NEXUS Air, a new YVR FasTrack Border initiative that will make flying to and from the United States or other international destinations more efficient for low-
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risk, pre-approved air travellers. NEXUS Air complements the existing CANPASS Air program. Both programs use cutting-edge bioSEE NEXUS, PAGE 3
Air Canada Unveils New Look ast month, Air Canada employees, joined by Canada’s international superstar Celine Dion, marked the beginning of a new era for the nation’s flag carrier with the unveiling of a contemporary new look and leading edge in-flight product enhancements. Air Canada held events in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto and Montreal, to present what the restruc-
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