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New Canada-U.S. Air Transport Agreement Strengthens YVR Gateway he new, expanded air transport agreement between Canada and the United States, announced last month by Transport Minister Jean-C. Lapierre, has been welcomed by Vancouver International Airport Authority. “This agreement levels the regulatory playing field with YVR’s competitor airports down the West Coast, and I commend the efforts of Transport Minister Jean-C Lapierre and International Trade Minister Jim Peterson in concluding this agreement,” said Larry Berg, president and CEO, Vancouver International Airport Authority. “The Airport Authority has been leading a campaign for the further liberalization of the Canada-U.S. air transport agreement for a number of years, with strong support from the Government of British Columbia, Vancouver Board of Trade, Richmond Chamber of Commerce, Tourism B.C., Tourism Vancouver and the Council of Tourism Associations. These efforts have paid off, and all of us will benefit greatly from this new agreement in the years to come.” The new agreement, which comes into effect on September 1, 2006, will provide increased flight options for travellers and greater efficiencies for air carriers. Among the key components of the new agreement are Fifth Freedom Rights for both passengers and cargo that give U.S. air carriers access to Canadian third-country markets and Canadian air carriers access to the United States’ third-country markets. That means air carriers of both countries can pick up passengers and/or

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Canada Line Launched As Partners Unveil Vehicle At YVR ast month, Airport Authority officials and representatives from all three levels of government assembled at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) for the announcement of a new name for the Richmond-Airport-Vancouver Rapid Transit Project, and to unveil the vehicle’s design. Formerly known as RAV, the newly named Canada Line will carry commuters between Richmond, YVR and Vancouver’s Waterfront Centre in 25 minutes or less, beginning in 2009. Its automated light rail technology will add almost 19 kilometres and 16 new

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Airport Authority officials and representatives from all three levels of government were on hand last month for the unveiling of the new Canada Line (formerly RAV).

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And Win A $250 Shopping Spree Airport Authority suppliers, local businesses, concessionaires, airlines and other companies sponsor the Christmas trees, which are decorated by Greater Vancouver elementary school children from Grades 1-4. The children make their own ornaments and bring them to the airport on an allotted decorating day. This year’s trees, which were

Students from Grades 1 and 2 at Quilchena Elementary School participate in the airport’s annual tree-decorating contest.

or the past six years, the Vancouver Merchants at International Airport (YVR) and the Airport Authority have worked together to help support the CKNW

Orphans’ Fund by hosting Children’s Wishes Take Flight – A Holiday Celebration at YVR, which features a children’s Christmas tree decorating contest.

decorated in late November, have been hung on the columns lining Departures Level 3 of the International Terminal Building, and will be on display until January 3. Members of the public are invited to vote by donation for their favourite tree. All monies raised from donations and the sponsorship of the SEE CHRISTMAS TREES, PAGE 10

Best Wishes And A Happy And Prosperous New Year To All.

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Holiday Travel Tips he Christmas season is one of the busiest times of the year for travel, and with increased airport security, it helps to be prepared. To alleviate the stress that can accompany holiday travel, keep in mind the following tips: Arrive Early Arrive at the airport at least one hour before departing on a domestic flight, and two to two-and-a-half hours before departing on a U.S.bound or other international flight. Give your airline your contact number at your destination in case there is a change to your flight times and be sure to confirm your flight 24 hours before departure. Bring Proper Documentation Always travel with photo identifi-

cation and make sure your travel documents are appropriate and current. Many countries require a passport that is valid for six months after you return home as well as a travel visa for entry. It is recommended that you photocopy important documents (airline ticket, passport, insurance policy) and keep the copies separate from the originals in the event they are lost or stolen. Pack Wisely And Think Security Keep your carry-on bags unlocked for easy access with searches. Do not pack wrapped presents or packages in your carry-on bags as they will be unwrapped and inspected, adding time to the pre-board screening process. Remove anything that could be deemed threatening such as metal

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nail files, scissors, Swiss Army knives and tweezers, to save them being confiscated. For a complete list of items prohibited in carry-on baggage, visit www.tc.gc.ca. Travelling With Children When flying with small children, try to book bulkhead seats, which are the first row in economy class. In addition to offering more legroom, many airlines provide a bassinet that can be attached to the wall in front of the seats.

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cargo in the other partner’s territory for transport to a third country. It also provides third-country carriers, for example those from China, with access to U.S. markets via Canada. “Open Skies between the United States and Canada will mean better service at lower prices for the passengers and shippers of both countries,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Norman Y. Mineta. “With this agreement, we will fully open the skies between the United States and our largest aviation partner, completing the liberalization efforts first initiated by an agreement 10 years ago.” As the major North American airport closest to Asia, YVR has a significant geographic advantage over U.S. West Coast airports. Under the new agreement, for example, a U.S. carrier flying from Atlanta or Dallas to Taipei could fly via Vancouver instead of flying through Los Angeles or San Francisco, saving time and fuel. The carrier would be

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permitted to pick up passengers and cargo in Vancouver, something that was highly restricted under the previous Canada-U.S. air transport agreement.

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stations and the equivalent of 10 major road lanes to Greater Vancouver’s rapid transit network. “Connecting our dynamic seaport to our world-class airport and the heart of Richmond will support the growth and continued prosperity of the region,” said the Honourable David L. Emerson, Ministry of Industry and co-senior Minister for British Columbia. “In 2010 and for years to come, the Canada Line will be an example of an unprecedented federal investment in sustainable transportation choices and sustainable cities. It will also boost our Pacific Gateway Strategy.” The Governments of Canada and British Columbia, the Greater Vancouver Transportation Authority (TransLink), and Vancouver International Airport Authority are funding partners for the Line, which is also supported by the Cities of Vancouver and Richmond. The $1.9billion ($2003) project is being implemented by RAVCO, a subsidiary of TransLink. “Congestion costs our economy and the environment dearly,” said the Honourable Kevin Falcon, B.C. Minister of Transportation. “That’s why making smart infrastructure investments, such as the Canada Line, will improve our economy and our quality of life for generations.” Addressing the crowd at the unveiling, Vancouver International Airport Authority president and CEO

Larry Berg estimated that by 2010, 3.7-million people are expected to travel to and from the airport using the Canada Line. “Providing an efficient and sustainable transportation option for airport employees and passengers is an important component of our longterm transportation plan, and confirms YVR’s status as one of the world’s top airports,” said Berg. The Canada Line vehicles will be capable of fully automated and driverless operations, with design features such as air-conditioned interiors, wide aisles between seats, electronic “Next Station” signals, electronic “Destination” signs on the outside of each train, and a public address system announcing next stations. The vehicles will be accessible for wheelchairs, strollers and bicycles, and will have safety features such as passenger silent alarms, emergency passenger-operated intercom panels and modern vandal-resistant finishes. The Rotem Company, a division of Hyundai Motor Group, will supply 20 of the trains. The Line is being designed, built and operated under a 35-year contract with InTransitBC, a joint venture company owned by SNC-Lavalin, the Investment Management Corporation of BC and the Caisse de Dépôt et Placement du Québec. TransLink will own the Line and set fares.

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PRESIDENT’S CORNER By LARRY BERG, President and Chief Executive Officer

A Milestone Year For YVR his past year was a great one for YVR, and I would like to take this opportunity to share some of the highlights. With only a few weeks to go in 2005, we are on track to welcome some 16.4-million passengers, setting a new record for YVR. And with Canada finalizing new, more liberal air agreements with the United States, China and India, the stage is set for continued passenger growth in the years to come that will benefit all of British Columbia. The Open Skies agreement with the United States levels the regulatory playing field with YVR’s competitor airports down the West Coast. When it comes into effect on September 1, 2006, the agreement will provide increased flight options for travellers and greater efficiencies for air carriers. Air carriers of both countries can pick up passengers and/or cargo in the other partner’s territory for transport to a third country. The agreement also provides third-country carriers with access to U.S. markets via Canada. After working for years on a strategy to capitalize on China’s potential as an emerging market, this year we made two great strides in the right direction. First, Canada was officially granted Approved Destination Status (ADS) by the People’s Republic of China. Second, Canada completed a new and expanded bilateral air transport agreement with China. Both developments provide a great advantage for YVR, as we are the major West Coast airport closest to Asia, and the ideal gateway connecting the Asia-Pacific Region and the Americas. Another welcome piece of news this year was the long-awaited rent relief from the Federal Government. In May, Transport Minister Jean-C. Lapierre announced that the Government of Canada would adopt a new rent policy for airports. For Vancouver,

the new rent formula translates into a 54 per cent reduction over the term of our lease. Over the next four years, rent paid to Ottawa by Vancouver will be reduced by approximately $90-million. Between 2006 and 2020, the savings will total approximately $1.1billion. The savings will go toward reducing airline charges and contributing to the Airport Authority’s capital program to ensure that YVR continues to be a premier global gateway and economic generator for the province of British Columbia. With the regulatory pieces falling into place and demand for air travel on the upswing, the time was right to kick off the major projects of our $1.4-billion capital program. Construction is now underway on the $420-million expansion to the International Terminal Building, which will add nine new gates by 2009; the $125-million Link Building, the new five-storey building linking the Domestic and International terminals; and, after years of active promotion, the RAV Line, recently renamed the Canada Line, linking YVR to Richmond and Downtown Vancouver. After such a successful year it would be easy to rest on our laurels. But we’ve been around long enough to know that this is an extremely competitive industry and if you’re not preparing for the future you’re missing out on opportunities for your airport and for your region. And so we’re already well into the process of developing the next Master Plan to cover the period from 2007 to 2027, when we expect 33-million passengers at YVR. Along the way, we’ve sought input and feedback from our stakeholders and we expect to have a draft plan ready in the first half of 2006. There are exciting times ahead for YVR. With the holiday season upon us, I want to extend our sincerest appreciation to all of our business partners and patrons and wish a Merry Christmas to all.

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Air Canada Set To Acquire Boeing 777s And 787 Dreamliners ir Canada has concluded an agreement with Boeing for the acquisition of up to 36 Boeing 777s and up to 60 Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft. Under the terms of the agreement, acquisition of the 36 777s is made up of firm orders for 18 aircraft, plus purchase rights for 18 more, in a yetto-be-determined mix of the 777 family’s newest models: the 777-300ER, the 777-200LR Worldliner (currently the longest range airplane in the world), and the newly announced 777 Freighter. Delivery of the first six 777 aircraft is scheduled to begin in March 2006 and continue through to July 2007. Acquisition of the 60 787 Dreamliners is made up of firm orders for 14 aircraft, plus options and purchase rights for an additional 46. Air

Canada’s first 787 is scheduled for delivery in 2010. “The finalization of an agreement on the Boeing 777 and 787 is truly welcome news for our customers, employees and investors,” said Robert Milton, chairman, president and CEO of ACE Aviation Holdings Inc., the parent company of Air Canada. “The superior customer comfort and operating economics of these aircraft will place Air Canada in a leadership position among North American international carriers and allow us to compete alongside the leading European, Middle East and Asia Pacific carriers.” The operating cost of the 777 and 787 will be significantly less than that of the airplanes they will replace. Air Canada estimates the fuel burn and maintenance cost savings alone on the

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The Maple Leaf will soon adorn tails of Air Canada Boeing 777 and 787 aircraft. The airline has placed firm orders for 18 777s and 14 787 Dreamliners. The artist’s rendering depicts a 787 flying in front of a 777. Photo: Boeing. 787 will be approximately 30 per cent over the 767s. The Boeing 777 family of airplanes is the world’s most advanced, and continues to evolve with the recent addition of the 777-200LR Worldliner, and the 777 Freighter. The Boeing 787 Dreamliner is being designed with airlines, passengers, investors and the environment in mind. The technologically advanced airplane will use 20 per cent less fuel than today’s airplanes of comparable size, provide up to 45 per cent more cargo revenue capacity, and present passengers with innovations that will include a new interior environment with higher humidity, wider seats and aisles, larger windows, and other conveniences. The 787 Dreamliner is part of a family of airplanes in the 200- to 300seat class that will carry passengers on routes between 3,500 and 8,500 nautical miles (6,500 to 16,000 kilometres). The Dreamliner will fly at Mach 0.85, as fast as today’s fastest commercial airplanes, while using much less fuel. Production of the 787 Dreamliner will begin in 2006. Its first flight is expected in 2007, with certification, delivery and entry into service in 2008.

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New A350 Aircraft From Airbus cheduled for release in 2010, the all-new A350 family of aircraft from Airbus includes two members: the A350-800, capable of carrying 253 passengers in a three-class configuration and flying up to 8,800 nautical miles (16,300 kilometres); and the A350-900, which accommodates as many as 300 passengers in a three-class layout and flies up to 7,500 nautical miles (13,900 kilometres). According to Airbus, the A350 aircraft will deliver lower maintenance costs, higher fuel efficiency and a seat-mile cost advantage over their nearest competing products of eight per cent per seat for the A350-800, and up to 11 per cent per seat for the A350-900. US Airways Group—the recently merged entity of US Airways and America West—has signed a contract for 20 A350 aircraft. US Airways intends to use the A350 to broaden its

The all-new Airbus A350 will be a full member of the Airbus fly-by-wire family of aircraft. international service from both the eastern and western United States. Deliveries of the aircraft will begin in 2011 and run through 2014. “When we restructured the airline,

we knew we would need a new aircraft to grow with us, and the A350 truly fits the bill,” said Doug Parker, chairman, president and chief executive officer of the newly merged US

Airways. “As both halves of our heritage include Airbus fleets, we have great confidence in the brand, and look forward to an airplane that meets our needs for range, economy and

comfort, while offering our crews technology with which they are already experienced.” In addition to a single-aisle fleet of some 200 Airbus aircraft, US Airways flies nine A330 widebodies, the pilots of which will need no additional training to transition to the A350. The cockpit commonality between the two aircraft allows pilots of the A330 and A350 to share the same type rating. “US Airways is our first U.S. airline customer for the A350, and we know they are leading a trend,” said Gustav Humbert, president and chief executive officer of Airbus. “We designed the aircraft in direct reaction to airline requests, offering more range and new materials to lighten the load and increase the fuel economy. The A350 will be an ideal complement to the existing US Airways fleet.”

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YVR – Jet Lag Friendly By Sonja Mandic

or those who spend more time in an inclined airplane seat than they do in their bed, the term jet lag is a

familiar concept. Jet lag is a sleep disorder caused by flying in an airplane and crossing one or more time zones.

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Travelling between time zones changes the light-dark patterns in your environment, which can disrupt your internal clock or circadian rhythm. Circadian rhythm regulates temperature, blood pressure and hormones in the body. Jet lag is most common after crossing five time zones. After eastward flights, the main symptom of jet lag is having trouble falling asleep at the new bedtime. The key symptom of jet lag after taking a westward flight is waking up too early in the morning. These sleeping problems can cause fatigue, irritability, difficulty concentrating, memory problems, weakness and nausea. The most common ways of treating jet lag are keeping yourself hydrated throughout the trip, avoiding alcohol and caffeine which can affect sleep and contribute to dehydration, and getting as much exposure to daylight as possible, since natural light helps with adaptation to a new environment. Herbal remedies such as passionflower, chamomile, valerian and pulsatilla are used to calm the mind and induce sleep. These remedies are available as teas or standardized tablets and can be purchased at any pharmacy or health shop. Some homeopaths recommend taking the homeopathic remedy Cocculus twice a day for two days before the flight, as well as during the flight and for the two days following. Aromatherapy can also be used to treat jet lag. Essential oils such as lavender, geranium and rosemary are used to banish drowsiness and flying jitters. Vancouver International Airport offers a variety of means through which the impacts of jet lag can be treated. Chester Johnson Park, located outside the International Terminal on the Arrivals Level, is a perfect place to get some fresh air and sunlight before boarding a flight.

Absolute Spa Health Club at Fairmont Vancouver Airport offers yoga and stretching classes. The spa is also equipped with a steam room, a jet swimming pool, whirlpool, sauna and fitness equipment. Absolute Spa also operates three travel spas located throughout the terminals. Stressrelieving massage therapy and oxygen boosting treatments are perfect ways to minimize or recover from the effects of jet lag. The Body Shop, located on Level 3 in the Domestic Terminal, offers a wide selection of aromatherapy and essential oils, along with beauty and personal care products. Other options include the Crabtree & Evelyn store in the U.S. Departures area (postsecurity) and the Envy Me Body Solutions retail cart located postsecurity in the International Departures area. In case of a migraine or any other type of pain caused by jet lag, Pharmasave, the airport’s full-service pharmacy, offers prescription products, vitamins and natural health products. Pharmasave is located on Level 1 of the Domestic Terminal, next to the Vancouver Airport Medical Clinic and the Vancouver Airport Dental Centre. Since jet lag can be cured best with sleep and relaxation, YVR’s MetroNaps offer a possible solution. MetroNaps are ergonomic semi-private napping chairs that provide a tranquil, relaxing environment in which travellers may rest before their flight. They are located post-security in the U.S. Departures area. If you are flying to an international destination, the Plaza Premium Departures Lounge, located postsecurity in the International Departures area, offers a variety of services, including shower facilities, comfortable seating, light snacks and refreshments, private sleeping rooms and Internet access.

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Attending To The Health Of The Airport Community: Dr. Videsh Kapoor

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By Sonja Mandic f you’ve ever visited the Vancouver Airport Medical Clinic, chances are you’ve met Dr. Videsh Kapoor. Dr. Kapoor has been working at the clinic since it opened in May 2001, attending to patients—most of whom are airport employees—treating travellers’ injuries and providing aviation medicine for airlines at YVR. Dr. Kapoor did not set out to become a family physician. Believing her career would be in teaching, she obtained an undergraduate degree in biochemistry from the University of British Columbia (UBC), and a bachelor of education. Luckily for YVR, Dr. Kapoor was accepted into medical school at UBC and never looked back. “I am so happy being a family physician that I cannot see myself doing anything else,” she said. In addition to her job at Vancouver Airport Medical Clinic, North America’s first airport clinic, Dr. Kapoor is an assistant clinical professor at UBC. She connects the Vancouver Airport Medical Clinic with UBC’s medical community by allowing medical students to use the clinic as a learning/teaching facility. As if both of these endeavours weren’t enough, Dr. Kapoor also works at a clinic in New Westminster, where she extends her practice as a family physician, and volunteers at the Trans Himalayan Aid Society, which focuses on developing health and education in areas such as Tibet, Nepal and Northern India. “I have a vast interest in international health as well as dealing with international patients, and that is why I enjoy working at the airport clinic,” said Dr. Kapoor. Dr. Kapoor was born in Vancouver, but grew up in Creston, B.C. She is the recipient of a Tourism Vancouver award for her efforts beyond the call of duty on behalf of a patient who attended the airport clinic. “To me it was not extraordinary; a patient was having an asthmatic attack, the buses were on strike and the patient needed to get to UBC. I offered a ride after my shift and the patient was so grateful that she ended up filling out a form that was submitted for an award recognizing my efforts,” said Dr. Kapoor. When she’s not hard at work, Dr. Kapoor likes to travel, socialize with her friends, hike and practice yoga. She is currently learning French, because she believes that it’s important to be fluent in both of Canada’s official languages. Dr. Kapoor says that what makes the airport such a great place to work

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is that “any global issue, be it political, environmental or health-related, will somehow impact travel.” And anything that impacts travel

can have a direct impact on the people who work at and pass through the airport, making Dr. Kapoor’s role at YVR all the more important.

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Unique Adventure Trips From GAP o you have a sense of adventure, a lust for life and a curiosity for culture? Whether it’s a hike in Ethiopia’s Simien Mountains, helping a local family in Guatemala, or experiencing a tall ship sailing adventure in Brazil, GAP Adventures, Canada’s largest adventure travel company, offers a variety of new adventures for 2006. With small group adventures, safaris and expeditions on all seven continents, GAP offers holiday trips for those wanting to travel off the beaten path, immerse themselves in a local culture and environment, and experience the world in a sustainable manner. Examples of some of GAP’s unique adventure trips include: A Brazil Tall Ship Sailing Adventure: Sail the historic tall ship Tocorimé along the remote Brazilian

dition ship Explorer. Ethiopia’s Simien Mountains: Experience ancient monasteries, castles and rock-hewn churches, including the famous Lalibela, which is carved out of a single rock. Project Guatemala: Travel to a remote Guatemalan village and participate in a project that provides vil-

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The Simien Mountains Massif is one of the major highlands of Africa, rising to the highest point in Ethiopia. Although in Africa, and not too far from the equator, snow and ice appear on the highest points, and night temperatures often fall below zero. coast from Rio to Paraty. Circumnavigating Newfoundland:

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Nanaimo Airport

The Gateway to Vancouver Island Collect your YVR Bucks with proof of purchase at one of the following locations: Domestic Terminal m Customer Information Counter – Departures Level m ICE Currency Services – Departures Level (Across from Milestone’s Restaurant) International Terminal m Customer Information Counter – Departures Level m ICE Currency Services – Departures Level (Across from International Check-In) m ICE Currency Services – International Departures (Near Gate D53) m National Geographic – U.S. Departures (Near Gate E87) Promotion Duration: December 14 - December 24, 2005.

ocated centrally on scenic Vancouver Island, the Nanaimo Airport is a thriving and modern air transportation gateway that offers an extensive range of amenities to the travelling public and aviation industry. ■We have office space and counter space for airlines ■We’re a designated Canadian port of entry so you can do direct stateside business ■We have airside and groundside land available ■We’re a not-for-profit entity, ready to work with you and your aspirations to achieve mutual success.

Contact

David Hunter, General Manager Tel:(250) 245-4191 Fax:(250) 245-4308 E-mail:ycd@island.net Nanaimo Airport Commission PO Box 149, Cassidy, B.C. V0R 1H0 www.nanaimo-airport.com

Gift wrapping available for departing travellers at the following post security locations: m Domestic Terminal – Near Gate A1 & Gate C32 m International Departures – Near Gate D53 m U.S. Departures – Near Gate E87 Gift wrapping available December 14 - December 24, 2005 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Travellers not eligible for the FREE gift wrapping service may have their gifts wrapped for a minimum $2 donation. All proceeds go to the CKNW Orphans’ Fund. VA N C O U V E R I N T E R N AT I O N A L A I R P O RT

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LSD Seizure No Comic Affair anada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has reported a seizure of nearly 400 doses of the hallucinogen drug LSD (lysergic acid diethylamide), commonly referred to as “acid,” at YVR. On September 17, CBSA officers examined two shipments being couriered from Vancouver to Mexico. The accompanying documentation described the shipments as comic books. During their routine

C Post-security, International Departures near Gate D70. Call (604) 241-3142

Hand-made ornaments display the artistic talents of Lakeview Elementary School students.

A SPECIAL THANK-YOU TO OUR CHRISTMAS TREE & PRIZE SPONSORS

m M & S Holdings Ltd.

m A.A. Advertising

m MacDonald, Dettwiler and Associates Ltd.

m Absolute Spa Group m Airport Fabricare Cleaners m A.T. Stores Ltd. m Brama Leather m CANFOR m CARA Operations m Commercial Vent Cleaning m Fairmont Vancouver Airport m Fun’N Comfy Products m Hanami Japanese Restaurant m Hangar 18 Creative Group m Hatley Little Blue House m HMSHost m Hudson Group m ICE Currency Services m Imperial Paving Limited m Impressions Canada

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examination, the officers discovered that some of the pages of the comic books had been glued together, concealing blue-and-white sheets of blotter paper imprinted with designs. The imprints on the blotter paper were later confirmed to be LSD tablets. Last year, CBSA officers made 614 drug seizures at YVR, confiscating more than 200 kilograms of dangerous and illegal drugs.

Thirty elementary school classes from Greater Vancouver have put their artistic talents to work – now you are the judge! Christmas trees are on display in the International Terminal for the entire month of December. Vote for your favourite Christmas tree by donation. All proceeds go to the CKNW Orphans’ Fund. Ballot forms are available underneath each tree and at the Customer Information Counters. All ballot forms are entered in a draw to win a $250 shopping spree at YVR. Limit one entry per person. Contest ends January 3, 2006.

m 7-Eleven Canada Inc.

Christmas Trees,

trees go directly to the CKNW Orphans’ Fund. Donation boxes and ballot boxes are located at the customer information counters in the International and Domestic Terminal Buildings; ballot forms are also attached to signs underneath each tree. The Merchants at YVR encourage travellers to come to the airport early to enjoy the beautiful display of trees, and to vote for their favourite. Everyone who votes is automatically entered in a draw for a $250 shopping spree at YVR. Contest winners will be announced on January 10.

m Marquise m Metropolitan Fine Printers m Newconcept Industries Ltd. m Northern Gifts m Northwest Trading m Royal Bank of Canada m Siemens Canada Limited m TeePee Handicrafts m The Data Group of Companies m The Nuance Group m Tickers Watch and Clock Company Inc. m Towers Perrin m Uniglobe Advance Travel m Vancouver International Airport Authority m Vancouver Port Authority

m London Drugs Limited

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Global Survey Shows Airport IT Spending On The Increase esults of the 2005 Airport Information Technology (IT) Trends Survey, presented last month to industry leaders at the Airports Council International (ACI) world conference in Auckland, New Zealand, provide strong evidence that investment in new information technologies such as check-in kiosks, wireless connectivity and biometrics promise to make the travel experience for the world’s four-billion passengers faster, safer and more productive. The survey also shows that airports’ IT spending is increasing both as a percentage of revenues and in real terms. SITA, a leading provider of global information technology and telecommunications solutions to the air transport and related industries, ACI, and Airline Business, an international business magazine for senior airline managers, commission the Airport IT Trends Survey annually. Responses to the survey were received from senior IT executives representing the world’s top 200 airports, based on the latest Airline Business magazine’s financial rankings. “Given that passenger traffic is forecast to almost double by 2020 to 7.4 billion, it is not surprising that airports are looking for IT solutions to play a bigger part in their operations,” said John Jarrell, SITA senior vice president, Airport and Desktop Services. “As the industry becomes increasingly competitive, we are seeing airports across the world using IT to attract both airlines and their passengers by providing efficient and safe airports.” Self-Service Check-In A major issue facing airports will be the countering of terminal congestion because of the anticipated doubling of passenger numbers over the next 20 years. Airline-neutral checkin kiosks are seen as part of the

answer. The first generation of kiosks was largely dedicated to a single airline as evidenced by the survey results, which show 42 per cent of airports have deployed them. But the introduction of common-use self-service (CUSS) kiosks providing checkin capabilities for multiple airline use, pioneered by Vancouver International Airport Authority and launched at YVR in 2002, is starting to make an impact. Currently, only eight per cent of airports have deployed CUSS kiosks. The survey results show that, within the next two years, that percentage will increase significantly to 70 per cent. In contrast, underscoring the accelerating shift toward commonuse kiosks, only two per cent of airports plan to opt for dedicated kiosks. Other technologies that look set to alter the passenger’s airport experience include self-service boarding, with more than 60 per cent of airports planning to provide the capability within two years. Staying Connected To complement the speeding up of the check-in process, the survey shows that airports are increasingly providing passengers with alternative ways to use their time, including the provision of wireless Internet capabilities, allowing travellers to stay connected while they wait for their flights. The clear choice is WiFi: more than 90 per cent of airports surveyed said they already offered or planned to offer it in the next two years—it was launched at YVR in 2003. The WiFi standard is of industrial strength, which makes it a particularly suitable underlying infrastructure for providing shared-use services to both the public and airport tenants such as shops and ground handlers. Other technologies being considered by airports are mobile phone

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applications for both remote check-in and m-commerce, which allow travellers to purchase goods and services within the airport terminals. To date, these have only been implemented in approximately five per cent of airports. However, within two years as mobile connectivity becomes all-pervasive, this figure is expected to rise to around 40 per cent. Managed Campus Networks As the needs of airlines and their support operations grow, airports are increasingly deploying a single airport-wide communication network to reduce the cost and complexity of existing systems, and provide a platform for new services, such as VoIP and WiFi. Campus Area Networks (CANs), as they are known, are already deployed at 38 per cent of airports, and this figure will double over the next two years as the benefits and operational efficiencies become more widely accepted. Biometric Identification Getting the balance right between tight security and streamlined passenger procedures is a modern-day challenge for most airports. Biometrics are seen as the most positive development to achieve this, but with issues such as reliability, privacy and global technical standards still not agreed upon, most air-

ports are adopting a wait-and-see approach. Currently only three per cent of airports globally have deployed passenger biometric identification systems for check-in or

boarding, but the survey indicates this will jump to 33 per cent within four years as the different technologies mature and standards are adopted.

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(Left to right) Airport Authority president and CEO Larry Berg and Airport Authority director John Watson present a photo of Sea Island to “Enduring Spirit Award 2005” winner Art Arnold. Photo: Jim Jorgenson

Green Coat Volunteer Receives Enduring Spirit Award ast month, Art Arnold, who holds the distinction of being YVR’s oldest volunteer, was presented with the “Enduring Spirit Award 2005” for his many contributions as a Green Coat volunteer. Held at the Richmond Ramada Hotel, the event celebrated 16 years of the Green Coat Program. The first of its kind at a Canadian airport, the Green Coat Volunteer

Program at YVR was established in November 1989. So named for the forest-green jackets and sweaters they wear, Green Coats come from all occupations. Their ranks include retired police and military personnel, nurses, homemakers, airline employees and even a former consul-general. The current roster totals more than 230 Green Coats, who speak a combined 26 languages.

Buy-In-Bulk Savings From Air Canada ast month, Air Canada launched four Flight Passes offering buy-inbulk savings for leisure travellers. The new Flight Passes offer savings of up to 70 per cent off airfares for travel within Canada until March 31, 2006, and to popular sun destinations including Hawaii until September 30, 2006. To promote the new Flight Passes, Air Canada is offering Aeroplan members 2,500 Bonus Aeroplan Miles in addition to one Aeroplan Mile for every three dollars spent, plus mileage accumulation. “Our newest Flight Passes, designed with leisure travellers in

mind, raise the bar in buy-in-bulk savings for airfare,” said Sean Menke, executive vice president and chief commercial officer. “We plan on continuing to expand our range of innovative online products, based on the rapidly growing number of customers choosing our multi-trip pass products for the exceptional value they provide. Subscribing to air travel with online convenience underlines Air Canada’s commitment to lead the way by putting control back in the hands of consumers.” Flight Passes are available for purchase until December 30, 2005, exclusively at www.aircanada.com.

Airport Chapel

Thrift Store Support the work of the Vancouver Airport Chaplaincy with your purchase at the Lost & Found Thrift Store, or donation of good, used items. Open Fridays, noon to 5pm Call Chaplain Layne Daggett

(604) 303-3010

AIRSIDE CENTRE, Unit 314, 5400 Airport Road South, Richmond, BC

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at Million Air next to Helijet SUSHI • SASHIMI • TEMPURA • TERIYAKI BURGERS • SANDWICHES

TAKE OUT OR EAT IN AIRPORT SPECIALS Sushi Catering & Party Trays are available in Sushi Café. FREE Delivery.

Flu Shots Available

At Vancouver Airport Medical Clinic ancouver Airport Medical Clinic is encouraging travellers, YVR employees and other Sea Island workers to take advantage of the flu shots being offered at the clinic. Influenza, commonly called the “flu,” can spread quickly. Coughing, sneezing or touching contaminated surfaces are common ways in which it is transmitted. Vaccination has been shown to protect 70 to 80 per cent of those inoculated. Flu shot clinics are held Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., and from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Cost per flu shot for Canadian residents is $20 if administered by a nurse, and $25 if administered by a doctor. Appointments are recommended but not necessary.

Vancouver Airport Medical Clinic is located on Level 1 of the Domestic Terminal Building and is open Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The clinic is a state-of-the-art facility that provides quality health care for the airport population, Sea Island workers and travellers in need of medical attention. Principal physicians at the clinic are fully certified in family practice with a variety of language skills. The clinic also offers specialized services such as massage therapy, ophthalmology, podiatry, aviation medicine and travel vaccinations. To book an appointment, call (604) 207-6900.

Travel Job Training ÆÆÆ

FLIGHT ATTENDANT – Intro Program AIRPORT CHECK-IN AGENT Program TRAVEL & AIRLINE Program

These programs are designed to provide you with the skills required to enter these popular job fields as front-line entry-level Customer Service Agents at Airline counters, or Tourism Agents, or Flight Attendants. 2nd language an asset; particularly French, Spanish, German, Vietnamese, Korean. Attend one of the Information Sessions to learn more about how you can get started in these fields.

Information Sessions: Douglas College, Surrey Campus Burnaby Central High Richmond-MacNeill Secondary www.sc38.bc.ca Vancouver School Board www.vti.vsb.bc.ca

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7pm, Jan 11 7pm, Jan 16 7pm, Jan 17

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BREAKFAST Blueberry Pancakes and Sausage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$3.00 LUNCH & DINNER 1. Turkey Breast Sandwich (with Fries or Salad or Soup) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$4.95 2. Bacon Cheeseburger (with Fries or Salad or Soup) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$4.95 3. 20 pieces Sushi Combo D (Salmon,Tuna & California Roll) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$4.95 4. Baby Lobster Teriyaki & Tempura with Rice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$4.95 7 Days a Week Breakfast • Lunch Dinner

Fast Service Line: (604) 761-2362 D-5455 Airport Rd South (at Million Air next to Helijet) Open 7 Days a Week & Holidays: Mon-Sat 6am-9pm Sun 9am-9pm

*Call Mike for details on in-flight catering and company party (sushi & sandwiches) trays

Your Airport 2027 To ensure YVR remains a vibrant and vital airport serving the needs of British Columbia, Vancouver International Airport Authority has been consulting with government, industry and community groups on future development of our airport to respond to projected growth of the region to 2027. As a result of these consultations, the Airport Authority has identified a number of options to consider for future development at YVR, including runways and taxiways, terminals and transportation access. We want to hear from you. Visit us at YVR to learn more about these options and let us know what you think.

December 1 – January 6 Vancouver International Airport Main Terminal (Link area between Domestic and International check-in) Vancouver International Airport Authority is a community-based, not-for-profit organization that operates Vancouver International Airport (YVR).

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Herc Solutions Team Wins Government CC130 Support Contract he Government of Canada has selected Cascade Aerospace and its “Herc Solutions” partners to provide program management, engineering, maintenance, materiel and information systems support for

Canada’s fleet of 32 C-130 Hercules aircraft. Valued by the Government of Canada at up to $423.4-million, the contract has an initial term of six years, including a six-month implementation period, and option years

for the remaining life of the fleet. The Herc Solutions team consists of Cascade Aerospace, Marshall Aerospace, Derco Aerospace, and Standard Aero. “Four world-leading companies

YVR Third-Quarter Passenger And Cargo Numbers or the third quarter ending September 2005, passenger numbers were up 4.8 per cent, with YVR continuing to track for 16.4-million passengers by the end of 2005. European traffic numbers, driven by a sharp increase in charter capacity, continued to be the leading growth sector with 12.6 per cent growth. Despite the loss of Canadian carrier Jetsgo earlier this

YTD Q3 04 YTD Q3 05 Percentage Change

year, the domestic sector has performed well, showing 5.4 per cent growth. Transborder and Asia-Pacific sectors have experienced declines in the third quarter but are still showing growth of 2.8 per cent and 2.5 per cent, respectively, on a year-to-date basis. Cargo volumes are down three per cent year-to-date, mostly due to fewer volumes to and from Asia.

Domestic

Transborder

Asia-Pacific

Europe

Miscellaneous

6,054,884 6,380,366 5.4%

3,152,372 3,240,983 2.8%

1,834,633 1,880,893 2.5%

886,308 225,337 997,844 233,882 12.6% 3.8%

Total

12,153,534 12,733,968 4.8%

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The Lockheed C-130, named “Hercules” from the mythical Greek hero renowned for his great strength, is flown by more than 60 nations worldwide. have joined forces to create one cohesive C-130 engineering and maintenance organization structured for the specific purpose of leveraging its ‘best practices’ to deliver extraordinary value to Canada,” said David Schellenberg, president of Cascade Aerospace. “We are honoured to have the opportunity to serve the Canadian government and the crews who fly the important missions of the Hercules fleet. We accept this responsibility with full commitment and enthusiasm.” According to Schellenberg, the contract will involve up to 200 direct and indirect jobs. Premier Gordon Campbell con-

gratulated Cascade and noted, “This contract is a significant development for the British Columbia economy. It will generate hundreds of knowledge-based jobs and will bring new levels of advanced support capabilities to British Columbia’s aerospace industry. We applaud Cascade and the Herc Solutions team on their selection as Canada’s CC130 support services supplier. It’s great to see a B.C. company compete and win.” The six-month implementation process is expected to begin this month, with the first C-130 aircraft expected into Cascade’s Abbotsford facility in Spring 2006.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Start in the right place. Providing uniformed security officers since 1974. Securiguard is the Largest Privately Owned Security Firm in BC. Securiguard is seeking applicants for security positions at the Access Control Points in the Vancouver Airport. Applicants must have previously held a full YVR Restricted Area Pass. Security (BST) training will be provided to suitable applicants. Apply with your résumé via e-mail joe@securiguard.com or by fax to 604-488-3523 No Phone Calls Please www.securiguard.com

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Comfortable accommodation, with special discounts for airline personnel. Five minutes from airport, in Richmond. Free pick-up to and from airport.

Saxon Contracting is a leading supplier of maintenance personnel to the Canadian aviation industry, and is currently seeking the following qualified individuals for upcoming contracts in the aerospace industry:

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SHARED ACCOMMODATION Nice room available on month-tomonth basis in 2-bedroom apartment, 5 min. walk from Lougheed SkyTrain. Private bedroom, share rest with quiet, reliable airport employee. All utilities and free parking included. Contact: Brian de Amorim. 604-931-1251; briandeamorim@hotmail.com.

COMPUTER SERVICES

TRAVEL SERVICES

REPAIRS, UPGRADES, NETWORKING & CONSULTING.

Limited amount of premium, high-quality offices available for lease. All amenities and ample car parking available 3rd floor window offices with view of North Shore mountains & runway Conference room facilities available for daily rental. For further details or to arrange viewing, please contact Scott Young on 604 303 8108 or email scott@avitatvancouver.com

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For cleaner skin and healthier life… Hot Spring Day Spa

RELAXING BODY MASSAGE SPECIAL Waxing from $5.00 and up 35 Minutes - $25.00 Deep pore cleaning facial - $29.95/60 mins. 45 Minutes - $35.00 Relaxing Facial - $29.00/60 mins. 60 Minutes - $50.00 (Gift Certificates Available) (you’ll enjoy it!) Non-sexual

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