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A–B Connector renderings reveal open spaces, unique architectural designs
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Last summer, WestJet christened the new Gate B17 at YVR as part of the A-B Connector Project— Phase One opening. With the first phase complete, Vancouver Airport Authority is working hard to complete Phase Two, scheduled to finish December 2014. The incredible open space will immediately set travellers at ease as they embark on their journey. The retail amenities, combined with the one-of-akind architectural details, will change the face of Domestic operations at YVR and allow it to continue growing as a premier See CONNECTOR page 3
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Architectural rendering of A-B Connector Project—open spaces and one-of-a-kind architectural designs.
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In January 2015, QF76 flight will depart YVR at 11:45pm, touching down in Sydney, Australia at 10:25am, two calendar days later.
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Qantas to fly YVR-Sydney, Australia route for two weeks in January 2015
Marilyn Columbus, chapel volunteer; and Arthur Sacramento, British Columbia Visitor Centre staff member, pin their hometowns on the new world map at YVR Chapel.
Vancouver Airport Chaplaincy (VAC), an interfaith organization that serves the travelling public, Sea Island community and YVR employees, has unveiled a new world map at the YVR Chapel. Everyone is welcome to visit the Chapel, located at International Arrivals, level 2, and pinpoint the location of their hometown on the new map. “We’re hoping the map will
eventually be filled with pins of people’s hometowns,” said Chaplain Dennis Kirkley. “The Vancouver Airport Chaplaincy wants to get a sense of the international nature of our community and provide a visual demonstration of its diversity.” As Canadians celebrate Thanksgiving this month, the Sea Island community is also being encouraged to stop by the Chapel and share a story on “Why you are thankful,” for a
chance to win a gift certificate from a YVR restaurant and a mug to keep beverages warm in the days ahead. VAC’s team of chaplains and volunteers is available from 9am to 7pm daily to provide support, counsel, practical assistance and spiritual direction to people of all faiths, as well as those without. For more information on VAC or the YVR Chapel, visit yvrchaplaincy.org.
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Qantas recently announced it will operate six direct return flights between Australia and Vancouver in January 2015. The flights will take advantage of the seasonal peak in travel during the Canadian winter. “We are delighted that Qantas is looking at our North American market and giving passengers a great product and experience along this route,” said Craig Richmond, president and CEO, Vancouver Airport Authority. “This supplementary product will boost tourism and business and provide more choice for Canadians looking to escape the winter chill for some much-needed sun and to Australians who want to
make the most of our great ski resorts.” Qantas will operate flights from January 3, 2015 to January 22, 2015, using a reconfigured Boeing 747 aircraft with fully flat Skybeds in business class, plus A380-style seats in premium economy and economy classes. Flights will depart from Sydney on Saturdays and Wednesdays at 2:30pm arriving at 9:45am. Flights will leave Vancouver on Sundays and Thursdays at 11:45pm and arrive at 10:25am (+2 days). Qantas recently announced a codeshare with WestJet, providing new connections from its Trans-
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