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Air Transat’s new direct service to Italy

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Last month, Air Transat and YVR celebrated the start of new seasonal service between Vancouver and Rome’s Leonardo Da Vinci (Fiumicino) International Airport (FCO). The service, which began on June 17, will depart YVR weekly until October 7, 2016, and is the first non-stop flight from Vancouver to Italy. “Thanks to Air Transat, YVR has a direct link to one of the world’s most renowned and ancient connecting hubs— Rome,” said Craig Richmond, president & CEO, Vancouver Airport Authority. “This service opens up exciting new opportunities to explore an amazing country, known for its rich culture and stunning attractions.”

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A cake in the shape of the Roman Colosseum was included in Air Transat’s celebration of its new service from YVR to Rome.

Air Transat will use an Airbus A330-200 with a capacity of 345 seats, including 12 in Club Class (Business Class). This service will contribute almost $1-million to B.C.’s Gross Domestic Product and will add 60 jobs to the local economy. “The addition of this

direct flight between Vancouver and Rome, a very popular destination with vacationers, is an important step in enhancing our transatlantic flight program for travellers from Western Canada,” said Annick Guérard, president and general manager of Transat Tours Canada.

“By offering 12 European destinations from Vancouver this summer—six of which are available via direct flight— Transat strengthens its position as a holiday travel specialist and meets, more than ever, the needs of travellers in search of new discoveries,” said Guérard. Montreal-based Air Transat

is a key contributor to YVR’s growth, ranking tenth for the number of passengers it brought through YVR in 2015. A leading holiday carrier, Air Transat Transat was named Best North American Leisure Airline in 2015 at the prestigious Skytrax World Airline Awards.

Air Canada rouge begins YVR-Dublin service

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establishing the only nonstop flight between YVR to Dublin, Air Canada rouge is offering our customers another great destination, while also contributing to YVR’s growth plans.” The new service will contribute $2.6-million to B.C.’s Gross Domestic Product and will add 37 jobs at YVR and in nearby hotels, restaurants and tourist attractions. In addition, the service opens up exciting new opportunities for both countries in tourism, education and export businesses.

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Traditional Irish dancing and music were included in the celebration of Air Canada rouge’s new seasonal service from YVR to Dublin Airport.

Last month, YVR celebrated the start of another new seasonal service, this one being provided by Air Canada Rouge between Vancouver and

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provide the only non-stop service from Vancouver to Dublin Airport (DUB). “Air Canada Rouge’s new non-stop service to Dublin is a

great step towards further connecting YVR with Europe,” said Craig Richmond, president and CEO, Vancouver Airport Authority. “By

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Government of Canada lifts visa requirements for Mexican nationals On June 28, 2016, Vancouver Airport Authority congratulated the Government of Canada for easing visa requirements for Mexican nationals. As a result of this change in policy, which will begin on December 1, 2016, Mexicans will no longer be required to hold a Canadian visa and will, generally, be granted a sixmonth stay on the day of entry into Canada. “Mexico is a vibrant and

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Dublin, Ireland. The new service, which began on June 10, will offer thrice-weekly flights from YVR until October 8, 2016 and

growing market for Canada and we are thrilled to see the visa requirements lifted,” said Craig Richmond, president and CEO, Vancouver Airport Authority. “We welcome measures that open up Canada to more tourists and trade; making it easier to travel to and from our country.” Five airlines offer non-stop service between YVR and Mexico: Air Canada, WestJet, Sunwing, Air Transat and Aeromexico. Together these

airlines offer service to eight destinations, on nearly 70 weekly flights, and more than 564,000 annual seats. “Once the cumbersome regulations are lifted, we anticipate visitor numbers from Mexico will increase,” said Richmond. “Whenever we ease entry requirements, add new flights or welcome larger aircraft, the entire province and, ultimately, the country benefits from higher tourism

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (right) in a meeting with President Enrique Peña Nieto of Mexico on the margins of the G20 Summit in Turkey, November 15, 2015.

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Celebrating 25 years of Helping Kids

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bringsand together the airport and surrounding The YVR for Kids annual golf and dinner auction brings together the airport surrounding communities in a unique effort to raise funds for children’s communities in a unique effort to raise funds for children’s charities (See ad on page 20).charities. Join us Thursday, August 25 , 2016 Join us Thursday, August 25 , 2016 Join us Thursday, August 25th, 2016. yvrforkids.com The YVR for Kids annual golf and dinner auction brings together the airport and surrounding communities in a unique effort to raise funds for children’s charities.

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Air Canada rouge YVR’s new rates and charges program, ConnectYVR, with its highly competitive rate structure that includes rates lower than any other major airport in Canada and competing U.S. airports, helped make this new route possible. “We are pleased to add the only non-stop flights from Canada’s West Coast to Ireland,” said Benjamin Smith, president, passenger airlines at Air Canada. “This route offers convenience to Western Canadians travelling to visit and explore the Emerald Isle’s rich landscapes, world-class golf and historic sites, as well as to Irish customers visiting the spectacular attractions Vancouver and British Columbia offer. We continue to

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continued from page 1 strategically expand our Vancouver hub, and our seasonal Dublin flights follow our recent launch of non-stop flights from Vancouver to Brisbane, San Diego, Chicago, San Jose, and the doubling of our daily flights to London Heathrow.” Air Canada rouge will use a Boeing 767-300ER aircraft featuring premium and economy cabins. Flights are timed to optimize connectivity to and from Air Canada’s extensive West Coast network through the airline’s hub at YVR. Flights from Dublin will depart at 11:35am and will arrive in Vancouver at 1:35pm on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

Flights from Vancouver will depart at 3:05pm and arrive in Dublin the next day at 8:35am. “We warmly welcome the new Air Canada rouge service between Vancouver and Dublin, which provides a major boost for both leisure and business tourism from western Canada to the island of Ireland,” said Dana Welch, Tourism Ireland’s manager Canada. “We look forward to working closely with Air Canada rouge to maximize the promotion of this flight. As an island destination, the importance of convenient, direct, non-stop flights cannot be overstated—they are absolutely critical to achieving growth in inbound tourism.”

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Community Long-time YVR in-house barber Franco Ingenito retires

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Frank Ingenito, in-house barber and beloved airport personality retires after a 46-year career at YVR.

The oldest parts of YVR’s Domestic Terminal date back to 1968. Since its opening, the terminal has been graced by domestic and foreign dignitaries, worldfamous celebrities, travellers and YVR staff who have walked and worked in the ever-expanding building. While walls cannot talk, there is one person who has been at YVR long enough to tell many of the airport’s stories—in-house barber Franco Ingenito. An Italian immigrant, Ingenito first sharpened his razor in 1969 and has been cutting hair at the airport for 46 years. During that time, he has seen and styled countless hair fashions, ranging from crewcuts, fauxhawks and man buns to buzz cuts, bob cuts

and balayage. Customers have included hockey great Jean Beliveau; former Minister of Foreign Affairs David Emerson and, of course, countless airport employees and travellers. Regular customer Richard Bannister, a regional manager with the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA), has been a customer since 1999, appreciating Ingenito’s longstanding practices, stability and continuity, which “represents the right way of doing things.” There was a steady stream of people through the salon on Ingenito’s last day of service. While he usually saw up to 25 customers each day, on his last day the hearty handshakes and

best wishes were an added tribute to his years of service at YVR. “He’s a very nice person and a very strong worker,” said Ingenito’s colleague, Belam. “People admire him. He’s more than a barber—there’s a relationship there. I’ll miss his company and his energy.” Over the course of his career at YVR, Ingenito saw millions of passengers go through the terminals, worked on a variety of hair styles and served as a great ambassador for YVR, for Vancouver and for Canada. If the walls could talk, they would join Ingenito’s many customers, YVR employees and travellers in saying “Thank you, Franco!”

Summer Take-Off Fridays return to YVR Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is bringing back its popular YVR Take-Off Fridays event series for a seventh year. The eight-week summer program will see the Domestic and International terminals, Departures Level 3, come alive with music, entertainment and family-friendly activities. The program will run each Friday from July 8 to August 26, 2016, from 9am to 3pm. Each week, YVR Take–Off Fridays will feature local DJs, live musicians, balloon artists, mascots, face painting, caricatures, food carts, airport tours, and more. Attendees can try delicious

food samples and take advantage of great deals from airport shops and restaurants. New this year, the Vancouver Airport Dental Centre will also offer free dental check-ups and cleanings to children. Select Fridays will have activities from The Vancouver Aquarium, Science World, The Vancouver Canadians, The

Canucks Autism Network and the Coca Cola Hug Me Machine. Take-Off Fridays events are free and a reduced parking rate of $5 is available for up to five hours. Parking vouchers are available at the Customer Information Counter, International Terminal, Level 3. To view the full weekly schedule, visit yvr.ca.

Visa changes continued from page 1 spending, increased tax revenue and the creation of new jobs.” YVR’s newest Mexican service was launched in May 2015, when Aeromexico began daily, non-stop flights to and from the nation’s capital—complementing Air Canada’s existing service on this route. Vancouver Airport Authority estimated the new Aeromexico service would add 160 jobs to the B.C. economy and nearly $10-million in Gross Domestic Product. In addition to welcoming more passengers to Vancouver, YVR also stands to increase its share of travellers connecting through the airport between Latin America and Asia.

The shortest routes between Mexico and Asia pass over the Canadian and U.S. Pacific coastline and YVR competes with other west coast airports and North American hubs to lure airlines and travellers connecting between Mexico and Asia. Since Mexican nationals will now be able to transit through YVR without a visa, this makes YVR one of the most convenient airports in North America for passengers travelling from Mexico to megacities such as Seoul, Tokyo and Beijing. Prospective visitors to Canada are encouraged to consult their embassy or high commission to gain the latest information on entry requirements.

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travellers looking for an onboard snack or a tasty pre-flight treat. The Taco Shack arrives spring 2017 Over the last seven years, The Taco Shack has been serving its brand of fresh, Californiastyle Mexican cuisine consisting of popular beachside taco stands in Vancouver. The Taco Shack’s built-for-speed setting will be the perfect eatery for passengers and public who are on the go, and its streamlined menu of tacos, burritos and quesadillas, will draw passengers and airport employ-

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Bánh Shop arrives spring 2017 The Bánh Shop will make your taste buds take-off when its hot and delicious traditional Vietnamese bánh mì street sandwiches are served in the U.S. Departures Terminal post-security. Bánh mì are warm and crispy French baguettes stuffed with char grilled pork, beef or chicken and combined with the bold flavours of Southeast Asia—Thai basil, cilantro, pickled vegetables

ees alike—bringing a taste of beachside sunshine to the YVR terminal. Pajo’s Fish & Chips arrives spring 2017 Pajo’s Fish & Chips

Already famous among tourists and locals alike, Pajo’s Fish & Chips has been a culinary mainstay in the nearby Steveston community for decades, dishing up succulent seafood-on-the-go, dockside. In addition to serving delicious food, Pajo’s progressive approach to green practices, ocean wise seafood, locally sourced plates and a commitment to the wider regional community makes it a great food choice. Its pre-security location at YVR’s International Food Court will mean everyone can enjoy Pajo’s outstanding offerings. Freshii arrives spring 2019 When it opens at YVR, Freshii seeks to be a game changer, providing menu selections that consist of fresh, healthy foods for passengers wanting to stay energized when travelling. With more than 70 fresh, colourful and nutritious ingredients and dressings, there will be unique snack options that can be customized to suit each and every dietary delight. To be located U.S. post security, Freshii will be a great choice for those looking to fuel up before flying out. Urban Crave arrives spring 2019 Urban Crave aims to deliver exactly what passengers and the public have been asking for at YVR—fun, contemporary food and local, craft brews available pre-security in a casual atmosphere. This sit-down service option will be available for people who have a little more time pre-flight, or airport employees and members of the public looking to take that extra minute to savour their meal and soak up the sights and sounds of YVR, which was named Best Airport in North America seven years in a row.

Afternoon tea at Fairmont Vancouver Airport, a pause that refreshes Afternoon tea is a tradition that can be enjoyed at the Fairmont Vancouver Airport. The tea service includes exclusively blended Fairmont teas, petit sandwiches, tasty pastries, house-made scones and fresh strawberries with Devonshire cream.

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Subway combines a taste of Seoul food with BBQ

The Korean BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich is available for a limited time at Subway restaurants.

Starting this month, airport employees and travellers through YVR who have an appetite for ethnic flavours and the desire to fulfill their flavourful ‘Sandwishes’ need look no further than Subway restaurants and its new Korean BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich. Available for a limited time, the Korean BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich is the perfect balance of sweet and heat—featuring tender, slow-roasted pulled pork tossed in a savoury glaze infused with a mix of soy, garlic, gochujang paste and sesame oil. This sandwich is best enjoyed with spinach, cucumber, green peppers and onions. “The Korean BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich is part of Subway restaurants’ ongoing mission to make Sandwishes come true by providing Canadians with the

opportunity to experience new flavours that reflect the multitude of cultures our country has to offer,” said Kathleen Bell, director of national marketing, Subway restaurants Canada. “Canadians have expressed a desire to try bolder culturally diverse flavours and the Korean BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich not only satisfies this desire, it has also enabled Subway restaurants to stand at the forefront of this flavour trend with a new take on a summertime favourite.” The Subway Korean BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich will be available until August 31, 2016 and can be enjoyed at either of the two Subway locations at YVR: Domestic Terminal, Level 3, before security—open 24 hours, daily; International Terminal, Level 3, after security Gate D67, open 24 hours, daily.

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Qantas passengers encouraged to cheer on Aussie Olympians in their sleep Australia’s national carrier and longstanding official airline of the Australian Olympic Team is getting behind Aussie athletes with a limited edition Australian Olympic-themed version of its iconic Business Class pyjamas. In the lead up to the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, which will be held from August 5-21, Qantas will switch out the grey cotton long sleeve pyjamas for a patriotic green and gold set featuring a gold kangaroo on the shirt front and hashtag #RoadToRio on the back. From July 22 until September 18, 2016, all passengers travelling in Business Class across key international routes including Vancouver, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Honolulu, Dallas, Tokyo, Dubai, Johannesburg and Santiago, will be offered the opportunity to be part of the unofficial PJ Cheer squad for the Australian Olympians and Paralympians. Qantas Group head of brand, marketing and corporate affairs, Olivia Wirth, said the Olympic PJ range is a special way for the airline and its passengers to support Australia’s athletes as their years of hard work come to fruition on the world stage. “Our light grey Qantas PJs are almost as iconic as the flying kangaroo on the front of them, so we thought it would

Australian Women’s Rugby Sevens’ player Laura Waldie joins Qantas mascot Matilda to model the airline’s Olympic-themed PJs. Photo: Brett Winstone

be very appropriate to turn them green and gold in support of the men and women representing Australia at Rio,” said Wirth. “It means people flying Qantas can literally support our athletes in

their sleep.” Australia’s Olympians and Paralympians will receive their own set of green and gold PJs when they and their Olympic Medals return home on a spe-

cially chartered Qantas B747. Customers in Qantas Lounges across the network can enjoy live screening and coverage of the Olympics for the duration of the Games.

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Boundary Bay Airshow Boundary Bay Airport, 7800 Alpha Way, Delta, BC As one of the few remaining free admission airshows, this event appeals to people of all ages. From children’s activities and delicious food options, to the non-stop excitement in the skies, there truly is something for everyone. For more information, visit czbb.com.

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Vancouver Transportation Club 65th Annual Golf Tournament Greenacres Golf Course 5040 No. 6 Road, Richmond, BC Cost: $165 each or $60 each for dinner only. Golf carts, lunch & dinner provided to all participants. Best Ball format, with a 1pm sharp shotgun start. Awards given to the following categories: Best Foursome; Most Honest Foursome; Men’s and Ladies KP; Men’s and Ladies Longest Drives. For more information, contact m.kobielewski@jfhillebrand.com or fsiemens666@gmail.com.

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Abbotsford Air Show Abbotsford International Airport, 30440 Liberator Ave, Abbotsford, BC Canada’s largest airshow—featuring both military and civilian aircraft from Canada and the U.S. Past events have included military aircraft from other countries such as Britain, Germany and Russia. For more information, visit abbotsfordairshow.com.

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Vanderhoof International Airshow 2016 Vanderhoof Municipal Airport, Vanderhoof, BC Gates open at 10am; Tickets $5 at the Gates; 12 & under, Free. Flying Demonstrations from 1pm-3pm. For more information, contact Vanderhoof Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Info Centre 1-800-752-4094.

August 25, 2016 YVR for Kids 2016 Golf Tournament & Gala Dinner Quilchena Golf & Country Club, 3551 Granville Avenue, Richmond, BC— Golf Tournament; Sheraton Vancouver Airport, 7551 Westminster Hwy., Richmond, BC—Auction and dinner The YVR for Kids annual golf and dinner auction brings together the airport and surrounding communities in a unique effort to raise funds for children’s charities. Over the last 24 years, our event has donated more than $3.8-million to Canuck Place Children’s Hospice and other children’s charities. For more information, visit yvrforkids.com.

September 25-28, 2016 ACI-NA World Conference & Exhibition Palais des congrès de Montréal, 1001 Place Jean-Paul-Riopelle, Montreal, QC Network with industry leaders; visit the exhibit hall for the latest innovative products and services at the premier event for airport industry professionals. Keynote speaker, CNN National Security Analyst and author Peter Bergen. For more information, visit aci-na.org.

October 22, 2016 2016 Vancouver Airline & Aviation Collectibles Show Richmond Rod & Gun Club Hall, 7760 River Road (Cambie @ River Road), Richmond, BC Admission $5. Admission $3 with Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC); 12 and under, Free. For more information, visit VancouverAviationShow.com.

October 26, 2016 British Columbia Aviation Council silver Wings Awards Vancouver Convention Centre West, 999 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC At its annual Silver Wings Awards event, the BC Aviation Council honours industry colleagues and awards scholarships to students studying aviation. The evening includes an awards ceremony, fine food, entertainment, live and silent auction, and networking opportunities. For more information, visit bcaviationcouncil.org.

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Summer has landed at YVR and along with it myriad new services, destinations and aircraft that can better connect B.C. to the world. New routes recently launched by WestJet, one of YVR’s airline partners, makes it easier for travellers from B.C. to visit a few more cities in Eastern Canada. If you’re looking to visit friends and family or experience a little bit more of this incredible country, fly out of YVR to one of these three new cool Canadian cities this summer. Halifax, Nova Scotia WestJet recently began new, seasonal non-stop service between YVR and Halifax Stanfield International Airport. This is the only non-stop service between Halifax and Vancouver and also becomes the longest domestic route available from YVR—approximately 4,500 kilometres. WestJet already offers 65 daily flights on 29 routes flying out of YVR, but this new flight to Halifax offers passengers the only direct connection to the Maritimes, a wonderful summer destination for families and adventurers alike. Haligonians can also now travel direct to Vancouver and experience everything this won-

derful city has to offer. Flights will operate on WestJet’s Boeing 737 aircraft featuring the recently enhanced Plus product and WestJet Connect. Flights between Vancouver and Halifax began June 29 and will operate until September 3, 2016, and have been timed conveniently with WestJet’s extensive domestic network. The four times weekly flights depart YVR at 9pm, arriving in Halifax at 6:34am, the following day. Flights depart from Halifax at 7:25am, arriving in Vancouver at 9:46 a.m. London, Ontario WestJet now offers service from YVR to London, England and London, Ontario. The summer seasonal Vancouver to London, Ontario service began on June 29, 2016 and will run until September 5, 2016. Boeing 737-700 aircraft, with a capacity of 137 seats, are being used on the fivehour route, which operates on Mondays, Wednesday, Fridays and Saturdays. The four times weekly flights depart YVR at 10:15am and arrive at London International Airport (YXU) at 4:27pm. Flights depart YXU at

5:30pm and arrive at YVR at 7:18pm. Not familiar with this Ontario city? Here are a few fun facts: • Nicknamed the “The Forest City” • Canada’s 11th largest municipality • More than 150-million people live within a days’ drive of London, Ontario. Hamilton, Ontario WestJet has also added summer seasonal service from YVR to Hamilton, Ontario. The route to Hamilton will be operated trice weekly. Flights leave YVR at 10:15am and arrive at John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM) at 5:35pm. Flights depart YHM at 6:40pm and arrive at VR at 8:38pm. Known as “Ambitious City,” “The Hammer” and “Steeltown,” Hamilton is home to Canada’s first Tim Hortons, more than 100 waterfalls and Canada’s largest botanical gardens. Hamilton has lots to offer tourists and locals alike and with this new service, travellers can now fly non-stop between the two destinations. For more information on WestJet flights, visit westjet. com.

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Korean Air’s Boeing 747-8i lands at YVR for the first time

YVR welcomed yet another new aircraft to the runways on June 22, 2016, when Korean Air brought its Boeing 747-8i to Vancouver for the very first time. Korean Air became the world’s first carrier to operate the cargo and passenger variant of the 747-8 when it introduced the 747-8i to its fleet in August of 2015 and became only the second

carrier (in addition to Lufthansa) to operate both the A380 (introduced at YVR in May with British Airways) and the 747-8i. The new aircraft boasts an improved fuel economy and will help the carrier add to its already impressive fleet of world-class aircraft. Korean already flies its 7478F to YVR as part of Korean

Air Cargo operations at YVR. The airline alternates between the 747-400F and this 747-800F for its Vancouver cargo runs, which combine to make up one of the top cargo operations at YVR. Stay tuned to YVR’s twitter account @yvrairport for fun contests that will offer giveaways for pictures and postings to social media.

Boeing plans to soar at London’s 2016 Farnborough Airshow In the sky and on the ground, Boeing’s presence at the upcoming Farnborough Airshow near London, England, will be unmatched, according to company officials. Flying displays during the weeklong show, beginning July 11, will include the 737 MAX, making its international airshow debut, and an ANA 787-9, the first Dreamliner in a Japanese airline livery to take part in the air show. A new CargoLogicAir 747-8 Freighter will join those airplanes on static display. The multi-mission P-8A, a military derivative of the NextGeneration 737-800 and an F/A18F Super Hornet fighter will also perform flying displays.

Highlighting the company’s 100-year anniversary, the Boeing Centennial Experience, a pavilion filled with interactive exhibits, will showcase its past, present and future technologies to inspire new generations to explore engineering and aerospace. With tens of thousands of visitors expected, the show is an opportunity for Boeing to highlight its leadership in aerospace innovation aimed at driving customer success, company officials said. Boeing’s packed agenda includes meetings with customers, suppliers, and community and government representatives, as well as media briefings and order announcements.

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Canada’s aerospace manufacturing industry set for lift-off in 2017 According to The Conference Board of Canada’s latest aerospace Outlook, Canada’s aerospace manufacturing industry’s order book is growing and production is set to increase, starting in 2017. Aging aircraft fleets, rising fuel prices over the coming years, growing concerns about climate change, and increasing air travel are encouraging airlines to replace their less fuel-efficient aircraft. “Despite the current global economic slowdown, new orders of commercial aircraft continue to outpace shipments, resulting in a growing backlog,” said Carlos Murillo, economist, The Conference Board of Canada. “At current delivery rates, the global commercial aircraft backlog would take close to eight years to be cleared. This is good news for Canadian aerospace

The Chapultepec Castle, located in the middle of Chapultepec Park in Mexico City at a height of 2,325 metres above sea level is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Mexico.

The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Transport, has announced an expanded Canada-Mexico Air Transport Agreement that provides additional benefits for Canadian travellers and the air industry. The expanded agreement builds on the existing Canada-Mexico Air Transport Agreement, negotiated in 2011. Canada and Mexico already enjoy a liberal air transport relationship, allowing any number of airlines from both countries to offer services between Canadian and Mexican cities. “Mexico is one of our most important bilateral aviation partners with over 3.5-million passengers travelling on direct flights between Canada and Mexico in

2015,” said the Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Transport. “We are pleased to expand this relationship with additional flexibility for airlines to serve this growing market.” The expanded agreement removes administrative requirements that were needed by Canadian and Mexican airlines to introduce new prices. These airlines will also be able to serve third countries when operating between Canada and Mexico. For example, subject to the approval of Canada and Mexico, a Canadian airline would be allowed to fly from Canada to Mexico via the United States and carry passengers from the U.S. to Mexico. “Canada’s commercial

relationship with Mexico is strong and growing,” said the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Minister of International Trade. “By making the movement of goods and people faster and easier, this expanded agreement will continue to facilitate trade and investment between our countries and help Canadian companies grow and succeed.” The new agreement was reached under Canada’s Blue Sky policy, which encourages long-term, sustainable competition and the development of international air services. Under this policy, the Government of Canada has concluded new or expanded air transport agreements covering more than 90 countries.

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JAL expands Canadian codeshare routes Starting this month, Japan Airlines (JAL) will expand its codeshare network in Canada, including service operated by Alaska Airlines and WestJet. Planned new codeshare routes are as follows: JAL operated by WestJet

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National conversation on immigration launched by Federal Government The Government of Canada is asking Canadians what they think immigration means for Canada, and how the country can continue to grow through immigration. From now until August 5, 2016, Canadians can get involved by providing an on-line written submission. Other consultation activities include cross-Canada round-table discussions led by John McCallum, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship; parliamentary secretary Arif Virani; stakeholder engagement by departmental officials; and public opinion research. The feedback gathered from Canadians will be used to help guide decisions on how many people will be welcomed in the coming years and the future of immigration in Canada. To complete the online submission, visit secure.

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Planned 100th flight to commemorate anniversary of Vimy Ridge battle On April 9, 2017, the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge, a group of 10 pilots plan to fly a formation of up to 7 replica World War 1 fighter aircraft over France’s Vimy Ridge Memorial in honour of Canadians who fought at this historic battle. This formation flypast at Vimy will be the culmination of years of planning. The Battle of Vimy Ridge, which took place from April 9-12, 1917, was the first occasion when all four divisions of the Canadian Expeditionary Force participated in a battle together. Their success in capturing the ridge has been a symbol of Canadian national achievement and sacrifice. When the Vimy Flight takes place in 2017, for a brief moment in time thousands of international dignitaries and spectators will be transported back 100 years to that momentous day in Canadian history. The Vimy Flight will consist of retired Air Force and Royal Canadian Navy pilots, who are sharing the cost of flying four replica Nieuport 11 single-seater aircraft. Two Sopwith Pup aircraft, constructed by volunteers at the Canadian Museum of Flight in Langley, B.C., will join the Nieuports in the Vimy Flight.

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Construction of the Sopwiths was made possible by a generous grant from Heritage Canada. One of the Sopwiths will be flown by a serving Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) pilot. The Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) has agreed to transport the aircraft to Vimy and back, but funds are still needed to support the group’s costs while in France. After the Vimy Flight in France, and provided there is

sufficient funding, the plan is to fly all seven aircraft across Canada during summer 2017, stopping at as many towns and cities as possible. This will include flying over Parliament Hill in Ottawa on July 1st to mark the celebration of Canada’s 150th birthday. Vimy Flight wishes to honour Canadian veterans, past and present. To find out more about the project, or to make a donation, visit vimyflight.ca.

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Air Canada enRoute Film Festival will showcase emerging Canadian short film talent on Air Canada flights around the world from August 1, 2016 to December 31, 2016. The 20 selected shorts will be announced at a free outdoor public screening at Robson Square in downtown Vancouver on Wednesday, July 20 at 8pm. The coast-to-coast celebrations will then continue in Halifax with a free public screening at the Halifax Central Library on Tuesday, July 26 at 7:30pm. The selected short films will be available to millions of Air Canada passengers on their personal seatback in-flight entertainment system and online at enRoutefilm.com. Passengers and movie lovers alike will also have the chance to vote for their favourite film to win the People’s Choice Award. Voting will start in August on enRoutefilm.com and run through to October 31, 2016.

Films will compete for Best Short Film, Achievement in Direction, Achievement in Cinematography, Achievement in Animation, and Achievement in Documentary awards. A star-studded jury will select the winners, who will receive an all-inclusive trip for two to the Berlin International Film Festival in Germany, courtesy of Air Canada. The Best Short Film winner will also receive $5,000 courtesy of presenting sponsor, Cineplex. For news on the festival and film profiles, please visit enroutefilm.com.

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The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and American Airlines, through a joint initiative, will install new screening technology, including automated security screening lanes and computed tomography (CT) scanners, at select American Airlines hubs nationwide this fall. The automated screening lanes incorporate technology and screening station modifications that enhance security effectiveness while decreasing the time travellers spend in security screening by approximately 30 per cent. TSA and American Airlines anticipate deployment of these lanes to Chicago (O’Hare), Dallas/Fort Worth, Los Angeles and Miami. American Airlines and TSA also plan to deploy CT technology at a Phoenix TSA screening checkpoint — as a pilot program set to begin by the end of 2016. The advanced equipment in the automated lanes offers

a number of unique features designed to improve the screening of travellers by automating many of the functions currently conducted manually. These innovations include: • Automated belts that draw bags into the X-ray machines, returning the bins back to queue after completion of the screening. • Bags with a potential threat can be directed to a separate area to allow bins behind it to continue through the system uninterrupted. • Property bins that are 25 per cent larger than the bins in regular screening lanes. • Unique Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tags that are attached to each bin to allow for additional accountability of items as they transit throughout the system. • Cameras that capture photos of the outside of the bag, which is linked to the X-ray image of the bag’s contents.

CT technology, currently only used at U.S. airports to screen checked bags, is expected to significantly improve the throughput when added to the screening process in Phoenix. 3D CT technology could make it possible to allow passengers to leave liquids, gels and aerosols, as well as laptops, in their carry-

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Privacy concerns force cancellation of ‘Border Security’ reality show

A ruling by the federal privacy commissioner has resulted in the cancellation of the reality TV series Border Security: Canada’s Front Line. Privacy commissioner Daniel Therrien informed the B.C. Civil Liberties Association, which spearheaded a complaint on behalf of a migrant worker, that the Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) breached the Privacy Act by allowing the production company to film the agency’s examination of the worker before he was advised of the purpose of the filming. As a result of the complaint and his findings, Therrien’s office recommended that CBSA end its participation in the television program, which the agency has agreed to do. Border Security began airing on the National Geographic Channel in 2012, chronicling encounters between border services officers and the public. The unscripted reality-type series was seen by millions of Canadians and has aired in dozens of other countries.

on bags at all times. This results in a quicker throughput and less bin use. If the pilot testing is successful, TSA may deploy CT technology to other checkpoints nationwide. TSA’s long-term goals are to incorporate automated security checkpoint lanes at all U.S. airports.

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Last month, Air Canada began daily 787 Dreamliner service on its Vancouver-Newark, New York route. The carrier’s 787-8 Dreamliners offer the choice

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Howard Eng, president and CEO of the Greater Toronto Airports Authority, has been elected as the new chair of the Canadian Airports Council (CAC). Eng, who has served as the council’s vice chair since 2014, succeeds John Gibson, president and CEO of the Prince George Airport Authority. Prior to joining the Greater Toronto Airports Authority, Eng served as executive director, airport operations at the Airport Authority Hong Kong, which operates Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA). In his 17 years with HKIA, Eng played an integral part in moving Hong Kong onto the world’s stage as a global hub that consistently enjoys top rankings. Over an 11-year span, HKIA won more than 40 Best Airport awards.

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For more than 25 years, Universal Orlando Resort has been creating epic vacations for the entire family—incredible experiences that place guests in the heart of powerful stories and adventures. Universal plans to continue its tradition of innovative vacation sites with its new Volcano Bay water-theme park set to open next year at Universal Orlando Resort. Universal Orlando’s third theme park is designed to provide an entirely new kind of water theme-park experience, including redefining the queue experience so guests can focus entirely on having fun and spending time together. Eighteen unique attractions ranging from daring to serene will be offered. These attractions will be divided across four primary park areas and will include a multi-directional wave pool with sandy beaches, a peaceful winding river, twisting multirider raft rides, speeding body slides that drop from the top of the volcano into the waters below and a state-of-the-art marquee attraction that will be revealed at a later date. The same team behind

ground-breaking theme park experiences like The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, The Amazing Adventures of SpiderMan and Despicable Me Minion Mayhem have brought Volcano Bay to life. The team researched water parks and tropical resorts around the world to help redefine the water park experience and shape their vision for Volcano Bay. Each area of the park will offer its own easy-to-access, resort-like amenities, such as concierge locations and lockers. There will also be themed restaurants and bars located throughout the park, offering signature food and beverage options and impressive volcano views. Volcano Bay will be located within Universal Orlando, adjacent to Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort. The water theme park is just a short walk or ride away from Universal Orlando’s two additional theme parks— Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure, on-site hotels and Universal CityWalk. Universal Orlando will soon introduce a brand-new, 3-Park Explorer ticket for guests where they can plan to experience the

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sandwiches & pastries – Departures Level 3 Wendy’s: Breakfast, burgers, Chicken, salads Fortune Wok: Asian cuisine – Departures Level 3 Toshi Teppanyaki: Japanese cuisine – Departures Level 3 Thai Hang: Vietnamese cuisine— choose from healthy Pho dishes, rolls, broken rice dishes, sandwiches, spring rolls, rice noodle soups, lemon grass chicken & beverages—Departures

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SKYTA Airlines:

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Check-In Kiosks: Sandman Signature; Holiday Inn; Travel Lodge;

YVR Link building level 2, and Templeton Station Shelter.

Abercorn Inn; Sheraton Vancouver Airport; Sheraton Four Points;

Sea Island Businesses Door-to-door

Wall Centre; Fairmont Vancouver Airport.

office distribution to all 400 businesses and service organizations located on Sea Island.

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Airline passenger lounges Airport South

Library; Marpole Public Library; Dunbar Public Library; Richmond

Harbour Air/West Coast Air; Sea Air; LAC London Air; Helijet;

City Hall; Richmond Chamber of Commerce & Tourism and

North Thunderbird Air; Pacific Coastal Air; Air North; Orca Air.

Community Centres; Libraries; Associations; Municipal build-

Richmond Oval.

Airport Terminal Buildings Dedicated SkyTalk Racks are located in high traffic areas in the following Terminal Buildings: International Terminal Building (ITB); Domestic Terminal Building (DTB); South Terminal Building (STB) 2; Boundary Bay Airport; Pitt Meadows Airport

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SOUTH TERMINAL (Before Security, Food Court) • Galiano Café: Made-to-order breakfasts along with specialty espresso drinks to satisfy early morning travellers. Burger, fries, homemade soups, made-to-order sandwiches, berry yogurt parfaits, breakfast muffins and salads. Miller Road • Tim Hortons #109 – 5000 Miller Road Open 24 Hours. Lots of free parking. Fast pickup on your way to the Terminal.

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Level 3 • Jetside Bar Offers a selection of appetizers, snacks and shared food. (604) 248-3281 • Globe@YVR Award-winning signature restaurant, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. (604) 248-3281

MCARTHURGLEN DESIGNER OUTLET MALL 2 BiBo Italian Pizzeria & Restaurant 7899 Templeton Station Rd., Sea Island. BiBo is an Italian pizzeria and restaurant whose owners are passionate about sharing with their customers the simplicity and joy of traditional Italian cuisine that is enjoyed everyday in “la mamma’s” kitchen. Selections include true Neapolitan pizza, fresh handmade pasta, salads, appetizers and meats. While there, enjoy a pre-dinner apertivo from the fully licensed bar, pair your meal with one of BiBo’s

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delicious wines or indulge in one of the rich desserts—either al fresco on the patio or in the modern dining room. Open from 11:30am to 9:00pm daily. (604) 279.8889. Airport South 1 The Flying Beaver Bar & Grill 4760 Inglis Drive. Come and watch seaplanes land & takeoff right in front of you, while enjoying locally craft brewed beers and the best pub food in the city . Bring your aiport i.d. and receive 25% off of food every Tuesday. Call our complimentary shuttle for a safe ride Wednesday through Sunday nights starting at 6pm. World famous & award winning - since 1995. (604) 273-0278 • Smokehouse Sandwich Co. #108 – 5188 Westminster Hwy, Richmond (2 blocks west of # 2 Road) Breakfast and lunch. Monday to Friday: 7:45am to 4pm. Saturdays 10am to 6pm. Specializing in handcrafted Smoked Meat Sandwiches, minutes away from YVR. Meet Wilbur, a cumin-spiced Pulled Pork with Coleslaw Sandwich and the rest of the company of sandwiches at Smokehouse. For pick up, call (604) 370-4177 smokehousesandwich.com. • Southside Cafe (near the South Terminal at the Esso Avitat FBO). 5360 Airport Road South. Open for breakfast & lunch 7am-3pm Mon to Fri. Quick & delicious, homemade dishes for eat in or takeout. Enjoy a free small coffee with breakfast. Meals from $5 and up mean one of the best values on Sea Island. Call to order custom catering for your office party or business meeting. (604) 303 0407. OVER THE BRIDGE(S) • London Café 12251 Horseshoe Way (Ironwood Plaza, off Steveston Highway). Specializing in great, home-made food & authentic Italian cuisine. Pizza, pasta, sandwiches, salad, home-made burgers, soup, specialty coffees. Glutenfriendly items. Open Mon.-Fri. Breakast, Lunch. 7am-2:30pm. (604) 448-4022 2 Milltown Bar & Grill #101-9191 Bentley Street, Marpole Receiving great reviews for good food, friendly service and fantastic marina views. Only 5 minutes From YVR across the Arthur Laing Bridge. Open from 11am to late every day. (604) 269-2348; www.milltownbar.com. RICHMOND HOTEL RESTAURANTS • Best Western Abercorn Inn 9260 Bridgeport Rd. (604) 270-7576 Highlander Restaurant: Open for lunch and dinner, serving a variety of high-quality continental and world cuisine. Lunch 10:30am-2pm; dinner 5pm-9:30pm. (604) 270-7541. • Pacific Gateway Hotel 1500 Cessna Drive. (604) 278-1241 3 Pier 73 Restaurant: Located behind the hotel and suspended above the Fraser River in the heart of a 138-slip Marina. Great destination for casual lunch meetings, relaxed dinner gatherings, or evening drinks with friends. Kids Menu. Sunday to

• Sandman Signature Hotel 10251 St. Edwards Drive • Denny’s 24 Hour Restaurant— Breakfast, lunch, dinner (604) 2762853. • Chop Steakhouse Bar—Tender cuts of steak, fresh seafood, an expansive and affordable wine list and delicious desserts. Call (604) 276-1180. • Shark Club -Casual dining atmosphere. Menu features an expansive selection of food and drink. Daily drink features and high definition TVs. Hours of Operation: Mon. & Tues. 11am-12am; Wed. & Thurs. 11am-1am; Friday – Sunday 11am-2am. Call (604) 276-2609. • Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel 7551 Westminster Highway • Harold’s Bistro & Bar—Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Full menu of contemporary cuisine, wide selection of award-winning B.C. wines, beers on tap and spirits. Breakfast 6am to 11am; Lunch: 11am to 5pm; Dinner: 5pm to 10pm. Call (604) 233-3968. • Westin Wall Centre Vancouver Airport 3099 Corvette Way • The Apron—A menu that spans wholesome SuperFoodsRx and contemporary Pacific Northwest cuisine. Breakfast 6:30am -11am; Lunch 11:30am – 5pm; Dinner 5pm – 10 pm; Lounge 5pm – 11pm. Call (604) 238-2105.

Thursday 11am-12am. Friday and Saturday 11am-1am (kitchen open until midnight). (604) 276-1954\ • The Fairmont Vancouver Airport (at YVR) –3111 Grant McConachie Way (604) 207-5200 • Jetside Bar: Offering exclusive cocktails and an extensive menu including Pacific Northwest-inspired tapas, plates to share and main course dishes. Now featuring live music 7 nights a week. (604) 248.3281 • Globe @ YVR: Ranked as the 5th best airport restaurant in the world, Globe@YVR offers locally sourced, Pacific Northwest cuisine alongside an exclusive wine list. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and afternoon tea are served daily. (604) 248.3281 • River Rock Casino Resort 8811 River Road • The Buffet—Perfect for a group get-together, special event or relaxing meal, The Buffet is open seven days a week for breakfast and dinner, lunch Monday to Saturday and brunch on Sunday. Call (604) 247-8935 to make reservations. • Tramonto—Features Italianinspired West Coast cuisine, amazing views of the Fraser River and Island Mountains, and an expansive wine cellar. Sunday-Thursday 5pm-10pm; Friday & Saturday 5pm-11pm. Call (604) 247-8573.

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Celebrating 21 Great Years! • Breakfast everyday at 9am • 25% Off Food with Airport I.D. Every Tuesday • DJ’s & Dancing Friday & Saturday Nights • Friday, Saturday & Sunday Nights Highballs are only $3.04+tax from 9pm ‘til close

• Call us today to make a reservation or to book our Complimentary Shuttle Service

FLYING BEAVER BAR & GRILL 4760 Inglis Drive, Richmond BC Sun - Mon: 9am - Midnight / Fri & Sat: 9am - 1am

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YVR Carry On Food

DEPART WITH OPTIONS. CHECK OUT YVR CARRY ON FOOD. Yes, you can take your food on the plane! With many flights offering limited meal service, YVR Carry On Food is available at any YVR restaurant providing fresh food and snacks packaged especially for your flight in a travelfriendly bag.

Enjoy an impressive selection of food and beverage choices ranging from gourmet West Coast specialties and healthy food options to Japanese bento boxes and delicious comfort foods. Don’t forget some snack foods and candy for your inflight movie!

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

...for quiet reflection, prayer, meditation ...to relax, listen to music, eat your lunch, read a book.

a Safe Place... Please visit us on International Arrivals Level 2, or contact us by phone: (604) 303-3010 or email: ChaplainKirkley@gmail.com : yvrchaplaincy.org

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Name that Aircraft

Send the correct name of this aircraft (make and model) and you could win a

Win a $100 One-Day Carload Pass (6 people, 1 vehicle) to the

Abbotsford Air Show August 12, 13 or 14, 2016.

Send your answer by: Email joanbelgrave@hotmail.com; Mail to: #181-4438 West 10th Avenue Vancouver, BC V7B 2B4

A draw will be made from all correct entries received by July 31, 2016. The winner’s name will be published in the August 2016 edition of SkyTalk and at skytalkonline.com.

LAST MONTH’S WINNER: Shelley Lai Answer: Evektor EV-55 Outback

The Evektor EV-55 Outback is a twinengine turboprop aircraft that was designed and built in the Czech Republic by EvektorAerotechnik. The prototype first flew on 24 June 24, 2011.

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ACROSS 1 Baby carriage (British) 5 Radiation absorbed doses 8 Snakes 12 Midwest state 13 Brood of partridges 15 3rd dynasty in China (1122-256 BC) 16 Payment on leases 17 Derivative of the name Adelaide 18 Musical or vocal sound 19 Isomer interchangeability 22 Estimate (abbrev.) 23 Circuit of a racecourse 24 Snake-like fishes 26 Verse-like 29 Valuable things 31 Government (abbrev.) 32 Hit golf ball into the cup 34 Like large rabbits 36 Once again 38 _____ Campbell, model/ actress 40 Destructive burning 41 Hurry away 43 Slyly derogatory 45 National Broadcasting Company 46 Protective embankment 48 Trinidad and ______ 50 Private area in a theatre 51 Pounds (abbrev.) 52 Martha ___, actress/ singer 54 Inseparable 61 S-shaped mold 63 Transparent gem 64 Low platform 65 Coarse polynesian cloth 66 “Wake Up, Little _____” 67 Right-angled bends in pipe 68 Previously or heretofore 69 Director ___ Howard 70 Scottish island ACROSS 1 Harbour 2 Ostrich-like bird 3 Natives of the Kiril islands

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Mark with spots Travelled on a vehicle Assert or affirm Specialized meat shop To do something A limited budget (slang) Part of the brain stem Hard white fat Plant belonging to the genera Lychnis or Silene 14 Affirmatives 20 Solemn promise 21 Interweave 25 Foliage 26 Puerto Rican city 27 Awakens late 28 Fasten or grasp 29 To permit entrance 30 Of Serbia 31 Petrol 33 A long geologic age 35 French for “dry”

37 City in Texas 39 Venerate 42 Wise men 44 Recedes 47 Leases 49 Items set apart 52 From memory 53 Gelatinous substance 55 Severe or stern appearance 56 ____ facto 57 Excessive selfimportance 58 Hesitate or thwart 59 Bulbous plant 60 Latin for existence or being 61 Consume food.

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Fling Wing

tells the definitive story of British Columbia’s key role in the development of the commercial helicopter. The early history of Okanagan Helicopters and the advent of heli-logging coupled with adventures from 45-year veteran fling wing pilot, Peter Barratt, who put the ‘fly’ in fly-fishing, and launched a new name in the industry—West Coast Helicopters.

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WATERFRONT EXECUTIVE PENTHOUSE IN LADNER AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY 2-Level Waterfront Penthouse in Ladner’s prestigious “River House”, facing the Marina with views of the mountains. 2-bedrooms/2-bathrooms on ground floor. Upper Level can be used for home-office/gym, etc. Kitchen boasts gas oven and stainless steel appliances with gas connection to the balcony, which faces the Marina. Ensuite Washer/Dryer. Pet-friendly building. 2 Underground Parking Spaces. Rent $2,650 plus utilities. Rent by owner.

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Celebrating 25 years of Helping Kids The YVR for Kids annual golf and dinner auction brings together the airport and surrounding communities in a unique effort to raise funds for children’s charities.

Join us Thursday, August 25th, 2016

Golfer Gifts • Hudson Retail Group • Millennium Logo Glove Hole Sponsors • Burnaby Fire Fighters • Dueck • Harrier Construction • HMS Host • Investors Group • Pacific Gateway Hotel • Richmond Fire Fighters • Steamworks • Sundance Seafood Food & Beverage Sponosrs • Coca-Cola • Constellation Wines • Ethical Bean Coffee • Granville Island Brewery • Kasian Architecture • Okanagan Spring Brewery • Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel Venue Sponsor • Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel Gifts in Kind • Avex • Westholme Graphics, Inc. Donors • Absolute Spa Group • Aerostream Cargo Services • Air Canada

Air North • Air Transat Holidays • Airport Liquor Store • Alaska Airlines • All Nippon Airways • All Stitched Up Embroidery • American Airlines • Astral Out of Home Canada • Avante Garde Hair Salon • BC Communications Inc • BC Lions • Bicicletta Pro Shop • Bourbonniere, Maria • British Airways • Budget Rent-a-Car of BC Ltd. • Burnaby Firefighters • Cadillac Fairview Shopping Centres • CAE Inc. • Canuck Place Children’s Hospice • Canuck Sports & Entertainment • Cargojet Partnership • Carlsberg Gifts Whistler • Carter Hales Design Lab • Cathay Pacific • Central Mountain Air • CDS Baggage • China Airlines • CLS Catering Services Ltd • Coca Cola Refreshments • Cohen, Gary • Constellation Brands • Cowell Auto Group • Delta Airlines • Dew, Gary •

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MANY THANKS TO OUR DONORS & SPONSORS

Earleeray Holdings Inc • Eterna Studios • Ethical Bean Coffee • Fairmont Banff Springs • Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise • Fairmont Chateau Laurier • Fairmont Dallas • Fairmont Empress Victoria • Fairmont Hotel Macdonald • Fairmont Hotel Vancouver • Fairmont Kea Lani • Fairmont Le Chateau Montebello • Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu • Fairmont Mayakoba • Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows • Fairmont Monte Carlo • Fairmont Newport Beach California • Fairmont Olympic Seattle • Fairmont Orchid Hawaii • Fairmont Pacific Rim • Fairmont Palliser • Fairmont Pittsburgh • Fairmont Royal Pavillion, Barbados • Fairmont Royal York Toronto • Fairmont San Francisco • Fairmont San Jose • Fairmont Scottsdale • Fairmont Southampton Bermuda • Fairmont Vancouver Airport • Fairmont Waterfront • FedEx - Richmond • Frischkorn Mediaco •

Gate Gourmet • Gateway Valet & Concierge • Granville Entertainment • Harbour Air Seaplanes • Harold’s Bistro and Bar • Hawkair Aviation Services • Helijet International Inc • Hilton Hotel, Toronto • Hilton Vancouver Metrotown • Hilton Whistler Resort Hotel • HMS Host • Hudson Retail Group • ICE Currency Exchange • Icecarats • Jackson Triggs • Kaltio, Dr. Ryan • Ladysport • Ledcor Construction Ltd. • Lee, Sean and Iris • Legacy Liquor Store • Lift Restaurant and Bar • LS Travel Retail • Maple Freight • Marriott Vancouver Airport • McArthur Glen Designer Outlet • Mega International Air Services • MJG Brewery • Nurse Next Door • O’Hare’s Gastro Pub & Liquor Store • Okanagan Spring Brewery • Pacific Coastal Airlines • Pacific Gateway Hotel • Paradies Retail Group • Pez, Ermes • Plaza Premium Lounge •

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Point Blank Marketing • ReMax Westcoast • Richmond Auto Mall Assoc. • Richmond Fire Fighters • River Rock Casino Resort • Roote Management Inc. • Sandman Signature Hotel • Sheraton, Vancouver Airport Hotel • Silver Star Mountain Resort • SkyTalk • Snider, Susan • SSP Canada • Stiene, Susan • Summit Customs Brokers • Talking Rock Golf Resort • Terra Foods • Tom Lee Music • Transpacific International Services Inc • United Airlines • Vancouver Canadians Baseball Club • Vancouver Giants • Vancouver International Airport Authority • Vancouver Whale Watching • Vancouver Whitecaps • Vino Volo • Watermark Beach Resort • West Coast Liquor YVR • WestJet Airlines • Westholme Graphics, Inc. • Westin Bear Mountain Resort • Winning Edge • World Duty Free Group •

The Golf Tournament

Gala Dinner & Auction

Our Golf Tournament will be held at Quilchena Golf & Country Club. For information on the course, please visit www.quilchenagolf.com

The YVR for Kids Gala Dinner and Auction will take place at the Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel. To enhance our 25th anniversary celebrations, the R&B Allstars will be performing 9:00 to 10:30.

Golf will be a “shotgun” start. Please be aware of your starting hole and be on the tee box ready for the horn, sharp, at the start time of 11:00 AM. Quilchena staff and our volunteers will direct you to your starting hole. Please also abide by the dress code at Quilchena.

The Sheraton Vancouver Airport is offering patrons of the event a special rate of $119.00 plus taxes for Aug 25 night only (subject to availability). When available please book with hotel reservations directly at the Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel, 604-273-7878.

Win Air Show Tickets!

Golf will be played in a Texas Scramble format. For those that may not be familiar with a Texas Scramble, please visit www.yvrforkids.com

Gala Dinner Cocktails 5:00 PM | Dinner 6:30 PM | Live Auction 8:00 PM

Enter Name That Aircraft at Log onto www.yvrforkids.com to register for the 2016 Golfwww.skytalkonline.com & Gala Event on August 25th 2016