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YVR welcomes ultra-low-cost Flair Airlines

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On December 15, 2017, Vancouver Airport Authority celebrated the launch of Flair Airlines’ new services at Vancouver International Airport (YVR).

Flair Airlines is an ultralow-cost carrier that will offer non-stop services between YVR and Kelowna International Airport (YLW) and Edmonton International Airport (YEG), as well as continued service to Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ) from YEG. “We are pleased to welcome Flair Airlines to YVR, providing more connections to Canadian cities while giving travellers more options to visit family and friends over the holiday season and throughout the year,” said Anne Murray, vice president marketing and communications, Vancouver Airport Authority. “We are really excited that this local, B.C.-born airline can help serve our vision of connecting B.C. proudly to the world with new options to connect through our hub. We know that more choices and affordable airfares are

Julie Rempel (left), director of communications, Flair Airlines; and Anne Murray, vice president marketing and communications, Vancouver Airport Authority, celebrate the launch of B.C.-based Flair Airlines’ new YVR service.

Flair Airlines Boeing 737-400. The airline’s design was chosen in the summer of 2017 by Canadians during an online customer survey in which several options were provided. Photo: courtesy Flair Airlines.

important to travellers.”

Flair Airlines offers yearround service between YVRYLW and YVR-YEG-YYZ that will use a Boeing 737-400

aircraft with seat capacity for 156 passengers. Each of these services will operate four-times weekly.

In business since 2005, Flair

Holiday Hamper Drive collects 1,077 hampers for Quest Food

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Airlines is based in Kelowna, B.C. In addition to its domestic scheduled service, the airline also supplies ad hoc charter and large aircraft contract services.

Since last year, Flair has flown more than 376,600 passengers on more than 3,090 flights, with plans to operate 12 aircraft by spring of 2019 as its network expands.

“Flair Airlines is excited to begin operating from Vancouver International Airport,” said Chris Lapointe, vice president commercial operations, Flair Airlines. “We believe strongly that in this market there are thousands of people who are looking for low airfare travel options and we are thrilled to be the airline to provide that for them. By operating direct flights from Vancouver to Edmonton and Kelowna, plus one-stop service to Toronto, we believe this is a great start to our routes operating from Vancouver.”

New flight services such as these are made possible because of YVR’s ConnectYVR rates and charges program, which provides a highly competitive rate structure and includes rates lower than any other major airport in Canada and competing US airports.

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Last month’s Holiday Hamper Drive at YVR produced a record 53 per cent increase in holiday hampers for Quest Food Exchange.

During the 2017 holiday season, YVR and Quest food Exchange partnered for the 7th annual Holiday Hamper Drive, which ran from November 16 to December 7.

Hampers flew in from all over Sea Island and it was thanks to the entire community, including YVR’s neighbours and business partners, that this was possible.

In 2016, more than 700 hampers were collected. Last month, that record was surpassed when a total of

1,077 hampers were collected—a 53 per cent increase from the previous year.

YVR’s ongoing Community Investment partnership with Quest Food Exchange has helped make quality food more accessible to the local community and the Sea Island community’s generosity has helped more than 1,000 families experience a true holiday meal this past season.

See HAMPER DRIVE page 3

Located right on the beach and surrounded by incredible nature the Riu Reggae is one of Montego Bay’s new, all-inclusive Adults Only hotels. Photo: Riu Reggae.

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Sunwing celebrated the start of Sunwing’s new, seasonal service to Montego Bay Jamaica – Sangster International Airport (MBJ) on December 16, 2017.

This marks the only direct route from Vancouver to this exciting destination.

“We are thrilled to welcome a great new route from our friends at Sunwing,” said Anne Murray, YVR’s vice president marketing and communications, Vancouver Airport

Authority. “This new service marks our only direct flight to Jamaica, an amazing destination that offers an incredible getaway for our passengers. I would like to thank Sunwing for making this possible and for providing more connections and benefits for our passengers.”

The new seasonal service will operate once a week, from December 19, 2017 to April 17, 2018, using a Boeing 737-800 aircraft with 189 seats.

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Change is in the air at YVR: January Construction Update Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is experiencing unprecedented growth and Vancouver Airport Authority, the community-based, not-forprofit organization that manages YVR, has stated that the airport is well-positioned to meet and exceed its goal of

serving 25-million passengers by 2020. Longer-term forecasts estimate 35-million passengers will travel through YVR annually by 2037.

This projected growth will require significant changes to the airport.

There are several key projects

starting in the coming months that will enhance the airport experience. This includes its biggest sustainability projects to date, new parking options, terminal expansions and much more.

Some projects currently taking place on Sea Island include: • Infrastructure installation

Community

Key construction projects taking place at YVR include new parking options, terminal expansions and much more.

near the Templeton Canada Line Station with crews preparing YVR’s new long-term

parking lot. This parking lot will provide more options for customers and will replace the current Value Lot scheduled to close.

• Due to inclement weather, the tree relocation project around Value Lot, which began last month, is continuing. These trees are being relocated to the new parking lot near Templeton station and a nursery along Miller Road.

• Hoarding is in place around carousels 22 and 23 in the customs hall. Work is being completed to increase space for CATSA

Plus, a high-performance, security screening system.

• Hoarding near gates D55 and D58 is in place for a terminal expansion project to help increase capacity.

• There will be various curbside enhancements taking place, including work on glass windows as well as the sidewalk along the Departures level.

This project starts this month and will continue into the spring.

For more information on these projects, please visit yvr.ca/ construction.

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Craig Richmond, president and CEO, Vancouver Airport Authority.

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is now one of the fastest-growing international airports in North America, welcoming millions of new passengers every year and establishing connections with key destinations all over the world.

This growth not only creates opportunities, but also highlights the importance of YVR’s evolving role in B.C.’s economy.

Please join Craig Richmond,

president and CEO, Vancouver Airport Authority, to learn more about how YVR’s growth will support businesses and communities for years to come.

When: Tuesday, January 23, 2018 Schedule: Registration: 11:30am; Lunch and Program: Noon-2pm Location: Vancouver Convention Centre – East, 1055 Canada Place, Vancouver.

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Chapel volunteers decorated the YVR Chapel and provided a welcome to all visitors, complete with home-made goodies and apple cider.

Last month, in keeping with the Christmas season, chaplains and volunteers at YVR Chapel hosted several unique events for the Sea Island community and airport visitors. Chapel volunteers made homemade goodies and apple cider to share with airport employees and YVR travellers.

During a three-week period, more than 60 people visited the Chapel each day, making December the Chapel’s best month for connecting with the Sea Island community and airport visitors.

This month, the Chapel will begin the New Year by offering two new events designed to continue its connectivity with the Sea Island community. Members of the community who frequent the Chapel or support its mission are invited to attend and learn about its plans.

The Friends of the Chapel Open House event will be held on Saturday, January 20 from 1pm-3pm in the Domestic Terminal Sea-Sky Boardroom.

Along with Chinese snacks and music, several silent auction items, including gift certificates to The Keg and Monk’s Grill restaurants, will be part of the event.

There will also be an update from Dave Parson, YVR customer care manager, who will share the airport’s plans for 2018

YVR Chaplain Dennis Kirkley celebrates the holiday season with Green Coats visitors to the YVR Chapel.

and beyond.

Attendees will be able to purchase tickets for the Chapel’s Fundraising Raffle. The grand prize is a WestJet Travel Package for two, combined with a one-night stay at the Fairmont Vancouver Airport Hotel, including breakfast. The WestJet Travel Package is for confirmed seats wherever WestJet flies and is based on availability.

This grand prize is made possible through the generosity of WestJet Airlines and the Fairmont Airport Hotel, in support of the services provided to the community by the Chapel.

Tickets are only $10 and will be on sale at the Chapel from January 15 to February 12, 2018 at the Friends of the Chapel Open House on January 20, and from Chapel volunteers—payment only by cash.

The winning ticket will be drawn at the Chapel on Valentine’s Day, February 14, at noon.

Only 1,000 tickets will be sold and everyone is encouraged to support the Chapel and in the process, be provided with the opportunity to win a wonderful Valentine’s Day present.

Both the Open House on January 20 and the Fundraising Raffle are designed to expand the reach of the Chapel team and, with the participation of as many

Hamper Drive Continued from page 1 Quest Food Exchange works to reduce hunger in local communities by providing affordable and sustainable food options in not-for-profit grocery markets to those who face food security challenges in B.C.

As Quest Food Exchange’s official transportation sponsor, YVR helps to collect and distribute surplus food and goods so that these resources are delivered where they are most needed.

Montego Bay Continued from page 1 The flight will depart YVR at 6am, arriving at MBJ at 3:40pm.

The return flight will depart MBJ at 7:30pm, arriving at YVR at 11:59pm.

“Combining world-class beaches with a wide selection of leading resorts—many of which we offer exclusively— Jamaica is consistently one of our most popular vacation destinations,” said Andrew Dawson, chief operating officer Sunwing Travel Group. “We are very

pleased that Vancouverites will be able to take advantage of a dedicated weekly Sunwing flight this winter to experience some of the island’s newest resorts such as Royalton Negril, Sensatori Azul Beach Jamaica and Riu Reggae.”

For more information on Sunwing’s new service to Montego Bay and to make a reservation, visit sunwing.ca, call +1 (877) 786-9464 or contact your travel agent.

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Airbus rolls out first A321neo ACF

Space Japan Airlines partners with lunar exploration company

Airbus rolled out its first A321neo ACF with the Eiffel Tower and the Statue of Liberty on its livery to illustrate the aircraft’s transatlantic flight capability. Photo: courtesy Airbus.

Airbus has completed assembly of its first A321neo ACF (Airbus Cabin Flex), the latest addition to its A320 Family.

By applying modifications to the fuselage, the ACF allows more flexible cabin configurations for up to 240 passengers.

Compared to the previous A321 variant, the most visible modifications are a new rear section and a modified passenger

door configuration, where the door located forward of the wing is removed and new overwing emergency exits in the centre section are introduced.

The aircraft, powered by CFM LEAP-1A engines, will undergo ground tests prior to its scheduled first flight. First delivery of an A321neo ACF to a customer is scheduled for mid-2018.

The A321neo ACF is the base for a longer-range variant known as the A321LR. The first delivery of an A321LR is targeted for the fourth quarter of 2018.

Incorporating the latest engines, aerodynamic advances and cabin innovations, the A321neo offers a reduction in fuel consumption of at least 15 per cent per seat from day one and 20 per cent by 2020.

Japanese lunar exploration company ispace is planning to inject its lander into the lunar orbit in the fourth quarter of 2019. Mission 2, planned for the fourth quarter of 2020, will see the lander attempt a soft landing on the Moon.

Japan Airlines (JAL) and Tokyo-based lunar exploration company ispace have agreed to form a capital and business alliance.

In correlation with its “Embrace New Challenges” slogan, JAL has been sponsor-

ing Japan’s first privately funded lunar exploration team managed by ispace since 2015.

Through the new alliance, JAL will engage in further space development “to contribute to the betterment of society” and pursue space travel opportunities

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Throughout 2018, the International Federation of Air Line Pilots’ Associations (IFALPA) will be celebrating the 70th anniversary of its founding.

IFALPA was established in 1948 by national pilot associations from around the world to ensure pilots would have a voice in the newly formed United Nations specialized agency, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).

Significant improvements in aviation safety, human performance and security are the result of IFALPA’s work with ICAO, regulators and other industry stakeholders.

Over the past seven decades, IFALPA has been a strong advocate for aviation safety on behalf of more than 100,000 airline pilots in nearly 100 countries, providing representation, services and support to both its members and the aviation industry.

Visit ifalpa70.org to learn more about IFALPA and its celebration of 70 years as the global voice of pilots.

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Air Canada is official airline of Canadian teams for PyeongChang 2018 and Tokyo 2020 Games

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Air Canada has renewed its sponsorship as the Official Airline of the Canadian Olympic Committee and Canadian Paralympic Committee.

The four-year agreement extends through the PyeongChang 2018 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, and the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Summer Games.

“As Canada’s official airline,

we believe our country deserves to be celebrated,” said Benjamin Smith, president, passenger airlines at Air Canada. “The Canadian Olympic and Paralympic teams represent the best of Canada, showing off the ambition and drive of our people. We’re proud to be a piece of home connecting those athletes to their country

while they’re abroad, and helping to make sure they arrive ready to perform at their very best.”

Air Canada has been a sponsor of Canada’s Olympic Team since 1988 and a sponsor of Canada’s Paralympic Team since 2007.

Through these arrangements, the airline provides special services and transport for competitions. As well, under the

renewed agreement Air Canada will: • Renew its Altitude Podium Program to provide qualified athletes 35K status and access to International Maple Leaf lounges while competing abroad • Give athletes individual Care & Share packages for added comfort during the flight and include memorabilia they can share with others at the games

• Sponsor the outdoor area, available to the public, at the Canadian Olympic House in PyeongChang, South Korea • Host airport celebrations as athletes arrive at and return from the games The 2018 Winter Olympics in PyeongChang will run from February 9 to 25. These will be South Korea’s second Olympic Games and its first Winter Games.

Stanley Park Taphouse now open at YVR Travellers looking for a quick bite before departing YVR now have an additional option in the newly renovated Stanley Park Taphouse.

Located in the Domestic Terminal, after security near gate B14, the Taphouse offers starters, big salads, shared-plate options and Braised Short Rib burgers in its casual dining area. There is also an extensive menu of glutenfree options.

There is a choice of B.C. wines and craft beers, served exclusively at Taphouse’s YVR

locations, which can be paired with menu selections.

The Stanley Park Brewing legacy dates to 1897 when its namesake brewery was established in Stanley Park.

In 2009, with the launch of Stanley Park 1897 Amber, a new generation of beer drinkers was introduced to the brand.

Today, the Stanley Park Taphouse’s beer portfolio offers an interpretation of some of the world’s great beer styles which, like YVR, connects B.C. to the world.

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Travel Talk New rules for electronic devices at U.S. points of entry

New rules are now in place that require U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents to have “reasonable suspicion” of criminal behaviour to carry out advanced searches of electronic devices held by individuals entering or exiting the U.S. While U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents will be able to continue to examine data stored on a device, they will

need to demonstrate a reasonable suspicion of criminal intent or a “national security concern” to further analyze that data.

Further analysis includes connecting a smartphone to an external device to inspect or copy its contents.

According to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency, 30,200 inbound and outbound border searches of elec-

tronic devices were conducted in 2017, approximately 0.007 per cent of more than 397-million arriving international travellers who were processed by border officers.

By comparison, in 2016, 0.005 per cent—more than 18,400—of more than 390-million arriving international travellers had their electronic devices searched.

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World’s first flying sports car prepares for takeoff If you’ve dreamed of the day you could go from driving down the road and, like the Jetsons, take to the skies, this may soon become a reality.

Samson Motors of Central Oregon, creators of the Switchblade—the world’s first flying sports car—has successfully completed grueling suspension testing in preparation for a spring 2018 launch.

The dynamic vehicle has the looks of an Italian sports car and was featured in the Ultimate Gift Guide from luxury lifestyle magazine, Robb Report, in its December 2017 issue.

Entitled “Cutting-Edge Flying Car,” the article highlights the unique features of the Switchblade as a high-performance vehicle on the ground and in the air.

“We started from the beginning with the purpose to design a flying car that provided high performance in both modes,” said Sam Bousfield, CEO of Samson.

“Instead of asking ‘how do you make a car fly?’, we asked ‘what layout should a flying/driving vehicle have?’ and designed a vehicle based upon that layout.”

Actual field testing and wind tunnel data may back up their claims.

A ground prototype out-performed a Jaguar XK8 in headto-head acceleration testing. The version slated to go into production next year has the power-toweight ratio of a 2017 Corvette.

“I think racing is definitely in our future,” said Bousfield,

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The revolutionary Switchblade three-wheeled vehicle in flight. Photo courtesy Samson Motors.

who is also an avid motorcyclist and pilot.

The Switchblade is at odds with many of the more recent Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) vehicles that have been touted by Google and Airbus. It combines the use of current road and airport systems to bypass the worst of traffic congestion, while still providing door-to-door

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Expanded Canadian air transport agreements The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Transport, recently announced that Canada has successfully concluded new and amended air transport agreements with Ethiopia, Cameroon, South Africa, Qatar and Morocco.

The amended agreement with Ethiopia allows designated carriers to offer up to five flights per week (up from three).

The new agreement with Cameroon, as well as amended agreements with South Africa and Qatar, makes it easier for the operation of code-sharing flights between Canada and these countries.

Code-sharing occurs when an air carrier sells seats on a flight operated by another air carrier, allowing it to expand its network and product offerings.

The amendment to the agreement with Morocco provides flexibility for both own-aircraft and code-share services.

The new rights under these new and amended agreements are available for use by airlines immediately.

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KLM adds audio description to IFE on long-haul flights

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Audio description makes films and television programmes accessible to blind and visually impaired people. Photo: courtesy Future Travel Experience.

KLM now offers movies with audio description on its inflight entertainment (IFE) system for blind and visually impaired passengers.

This new service is available onboard its Boeing 777 and 787-operated intercontinental flights.

The first movies available with audio description are Home

Again, Kingsman, The Golden Circle and Lego Ninjago Movie.

More movies will be added in the coming months.

Audio description makes films and television programmes accessible to blind and visually impaired people. A narrator describes all the visual elements during breaks in dialogues, and explains the characters, facial

expressions, their location and plot developments.

KLM is not the first airline to offer audio description for visually impaired passengers. Emirates claimed that title back in 2014, while in November 2017 Virgin Atlantic launched a portable IFE solution for passengers with visual impairment.

Heathrow brings detailed terminal maps to Apple Maps Heathrow Airport, the second busiest in the world, is used by more than 80 airlines flying to just under 200 destinations in 94 countries. A primary hub for British Airways, Heathrow has four passenger terminals and a cargo terminal.

Heathrow has collaborated with Apple to make detailed maps of its terminals available on Apple Maps.

Using Apple Maps on an iPhone or iPad, passengers can navigate through the airport and pinpoint shops, restaurants and other points of interest.

The Heathrow terminal maps in Apple Maps will be updated regularly to ensure accuracy including when new store loca-

tions and pop-ups open.

Passengers can also view contact information for restaurants and retail outlets on the map and even click through to book a table or reserve a product.

“Bringing detailed terminal maps to Apple Maps marks a huge milestone in improving the digital experience at Heathrow,” said Stephen Glenfield, Heathrow’s senior digital manager. “Improving navigation and giving passengers information about the broad and exciting retail, restaurants and services we offer, as well as logistical information about where restrooms and information points are, will give them the opportunity to plan every step and as a result enjoy

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Air Canada Vacations offers an escape to the next level of luxury vacation properties Air Canada Vacations has unveiled its Ultimate Escapes Collection, which features newly added properties specifically selected for their premium service and state-of-the-art amenities.

The 43 handpicked properties, located in 15 destinations

across Mexico, the Caribbean and the U.S., are carefully curated with the discerning traveller in mind.

Accommodations include ocean-facing suites and villas, as well as private round-trip transfers, dining from the menus of award-winning chefs, vast wine

The interior of Vancouver International Airport is inspired by British Columbia’s natural beauty and includes art reflecting its First Nations heritage.

Lattimer Gallery features a wide selection of artwork from B.C.’s First Nations people and gives visitors an opportunity to experience and take home a piece of that distinctive cultural history.

lists, butler service and more.

“Our Ultimate Escapes Collection meets the needs of travellers looking for a vacation offering the epitome of luxury that they can book in one place with the trust and convenience of doing so with Air Canada Vacations,” said Nino Montagnese, managing director at Air Canada Vacations. “We’re constantly striving to go beyond packaged vacations to offer effortless travel that transports

travellers to the extraordinary and we’re proud to say we’ve done exactly that, with luxury reflected in every last detail.”

All packages come with round-trip flights aboard Air Canada or Air Canada Rouge, departing from 64 Canadian cities and private, round-trip transfers as well as complimentary seat selection, preferred seating when available and a onetime bonus of 1,500 Altitude Qualifying Miles for Air Canada

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Viceroy Riviera Maya is one of 43 properties featured in Air Canada Vacations Ultimate Escapes Collections. Photo: courtesy Viceroy Riviera Maya

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Air Canada and Air China strengthen Canada-China network

Air Canada operates up to a total of 35 flights per week between Canada and China, from Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal serving Beijing and Shanghai.

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Air Canada and Air China will expand their mutual codeshare services and lounge agreement in time for the 2018 Canada-China Year of Tourism, which recognizes the importance of tourism and trade between the two countries.

The expanded codeshare cooperation is planned to come into effect in April 2018, subject to regulatory and government approvals.

The two Star Alliance carriers have also launched their first joint frequent flyer promotion to offer Aeroplan and PhoenixMiles

members up to 30 per cent bonus miles for eligible travel between April 1, 2018 and June 15, 2018 on all Canada-China flights operated by Air Canada and Air China.

The codeshare expansion will allow Air China to place its code on Air Canada’s flights from Vancouver to Victoria, Kelowna, Saskatoon, Regina and Montreal-Shanghai.

Air Canada will place its code on Air China’s flights between Beijing and Zhengzhou, Xiamen, Shenzhen and Nanjing as well as Air China’s flight between

Montreal-Havana, Cuba.

Both carriers have also implemented an expanded lounge agreement.

In addition to Star Gold customers, all Air China First and Business class customers will now have access to Air Canada’s recently upgraded International Maple Leaf Lounges featuring enhanced food and beverage offerings at Vancouver and Montreal airports.

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Last month, a Star Alliance chief executive Board meeting in Beijing celebrated Air China’s 10th anniversary as a member of the global airline alliance.

During the meeting, Air China, Star Alliance and Beijing Capital International Airport signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to colocate Star Alliance carriers in

the same terminal building at Beijing Capital International Airport.

In addition, it was agreed that more self-service facilities would be added to improve the passenger experience, including curbside check-in, self-service baggage drop-off and self-tagging kiosks.

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a Star Alliance member. Since then, the airline has collaborated closely with Star Alliance and its members to achieve win-win outcomes.

By pooling route choices and ground services, member airlines can provide better passenger service through streamlined transfers, while cutting costs and offering greater efficiency.

in Beijing, Shanghai and other airports throughout China.

Currently, Air Canada offers its customers codeshare flights operated by Air China between Beijing and Guangzhou, Chengdu, Chongqing, Wuhan, Xi’an and Shenyang, and between Montreal and Beijing, and between Vancouver and Beijing.

Similarly, Air China offers its customers codeshare flights operated by Air Canada between Vancouver and Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa and Winnipeg, and between Montreal and Ottawa, Toronto and Winnipeg, as well as Vancouver and Toronto to and from Beijing and Shanghai.

For information on Air Canada’s flights, visit aircanada. com. For information on Air China’s flights, visit airchina. com.cn.

Up to 12 Bombardier CRJ900 aircraft ordered by anonymous buyer

Last month, a Bombardier customer, who has requested to remain unidentified at this time, signed an order to acquire six CRJ900 aircraft, with options on six additional CRJ900 regional jets.

Based on list price, the firm orders would be valued at approximately US$290-million.

Should the six options for CRJ900 aircraft be exercised, the contract value would increase to approximately US$580 million.

“In the last five years, more than 25 new airlines have joined the family of CRJ Series operators, and this is testament to the tremendous value this aircraft can deliver to customers thanks to its unmatched performance and economics,” said Fred Cromer, president, Bombardier Commercial Aircraft.

The CRJ Series aircraft family includes more than 120 owners and operators in more than 90 countries.

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1 A380 at YVR with a stunning Vancouver sunset as backdrop British Airways’ A380 aircraft touched down throughout the busy summer season on its London Heathrow (LHR) to YVR route. The Airbus A380 has the largest wings ever built for a passenger airliner—772 square metres in size and 54 per cent larger than the wings on a Boeing 747. During takeoff the A380 wing will flex upwards by more than four metres.

Air New Zealand’s haka performance on the YVR tarmac Air New Zealand celebrated its 10th year of flying between Vancouver and Auckland in November with a traditional haka performance. The haka song and dance was performed on the tarmac at YVR and showcased New Zealand’s Maori heritage and cultural identify. It was a unique and powerful way for Air New Zealand to celebrate a successful decade of connecting two beautiful countries—Canada and New Zealand.

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3 Aerial photo of YVR’s newly installed Apron LED lighting system A new custom apron lighting system to enhance efficiency and streamline operations was installed at YVR last year. The state-of-the-art LED lighting system was retrofitted onto YVR’s existing structures and features patented glare-control technology so that high-quality light is applied only where needed and darkness is preserved where light is not intended.

YVR Flight Crew enjoyed Canada 150 celebrations across the Lower Mainland Last year, Canada celebrated its 150th anniversary with a host of activities taking place throughout the province and across the country. As a community-based organization, YVR supports events and organizations and dispatched its YVR Flight Crew to participate and celebrate many of the summer Canada 150 celebratory events.

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5 Sustainability commitment means a visit to Swishwash Island A YVR community team visited Swishwash Island as part of YVR’s commitment to the environment, sustainability and nature conservancy.

Swishwash Island, located in the middle arm of the Fraser River, is only one kilometre from YVR’s

south runway. The island belongs to the Nature Conservancy of Canada and is home to a wide diversity of waterfowl, including some 50,000 snow geese that spend the winter or migrate through on their way south.

6 Cathay Pacific A350 inaugural landing in Canada In March, YVR celebrated the launch of Cathay Pacific’s increased service between Vancouver and Hong Kong with the first scheduled Canadian arrival and departure of an Airbus A350-900 aircraft. The aircraft provided an opportunity for Cathay Pacific to prove itself as a leader in airline eco-innovation: the cabin carpets and passengers’ blankets are made from recycled plastic and nylon, including plastic bottles and salvaged fishing nets that are otherwise a hazard for marine life.

7 China Airlines introduces Airbus A350 aircraft on Taipei-Vancouver route China Airlines began flying its Urocissa caerulea liveried A350 aircraft to YVR in August. The Taiwan Blue-Magpie (Urocissa caerulea), an endemic species found only in Taiwan, appears on the fuselage of China Airlines’ liveried aircraft, along with Tung blossoms in bloom.

8 Hong Kong Airlines greeted with a water arch welcome Hong Kong Airlines made its inaugural daily direct service to Vancouver on June 30. To commemorate the launch of the new route, the airline held celebration events at both Hong Kong International Airport and YVR. 9 YVR president and CEO demonstrates his kung fu moves for Jackie Chan International movie icon Jackie Chan was the celebrity ambassador for Hong Kong Airlines’ new non-stop flight between Hong Kong and Vancouver on June 30. Known for movies that highlight his martial-arts skills, the airport’s communications staff put together a martial-arts video featuring Craig Richmond, president and CEO, Vancouver Airport Authority, prepping to battle him.

Chan also participated in Canada Day celebratory events on July 1 and did a meet-and-greet for departing Vancouver passengers bound for Hong Kong.

10 YVR’s snow operations team worked extra hard in 2017 to remove snow and get passengers on their way Each year, YVR begins preparations for the winter season in late summer. During a major snow-

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Inaugural flight of Mexico’s Interjet Airline celebrated with festive piñatas Interjet launched year-round, four-times weekly service between YVR and Mexico International Airport (MEX) and Cancún International Airport (CUN) on October 26. The new service creates easy access and new connections from Mexico City to Central America destinations.

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Roaming party celebrates Best Airport in North America Award In 2017, YVR was voted the Best Airport in North America at the SkyTrax World Airport Awards for a record eight years in a row.

Considered the global benchmark of airport excellence, the SkyTrax World Airport Awards were voted on by 13.8-million passenger surveys conducted in 550 airports around the world. The survey measures 39 elements in the airport travel experience ranging from check-in to security and border clearance processes, comfort, efficiency, signage, transportation availability, passenger amenities and friendliness.

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YVR Socks program launched to help homeless youth In partnership with Covenant House, the YVR Socks program was launched in November.

YVR socks are available for purchase at yvrsocks.ca and for every pair purchased, on pair will be donated to Covenant House. Clean socks are in constant need by those living on the street and Covenant House distributes donated socks to youth at their Drop-In Centre, as well as handing them out on the streets to homeless youth.

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with a new way to deal with anxiety associated with travel, work and general stress.

YVR partnered with St. John Ambulance and their Therapy Dog program to provide seven dogs for the LASI initiative. The dogs are easily identifiable with their YVR-branded leases and St. John Ambulance bandanas.

16 Second annual YVR Chill Out festival During the summer, families came out in droves for the airport’s popular family-fun event that included performances by some of Vancouver’s best musicians, as well as food trucks and interactive activities.

17 Air Canada plays a large part in YVR’s year of growth A year of unprecedented growth at YVR included the launch of several new flights by airline partner Air Canada. In addition to launching new services to Dallas, Orlando, Boston, Nagoya, Taipei, Frankfurt, Yellowknife and Melbourne, Air Canada unveiled new aircraft livery and elegant new uniforms for its employees.

18 WestJet includes YVR in its Christmas event WestJet included YVR in its Christmas Miracle video when retired CBC news anchor Peter Mansbridge read ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas to passengers at YVR.

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Mansbridge, who anchored CBC’s The National for 30 years before retirement, participated in a 12 Flights of Christmas seasonal WestJet stunt, during which the airline stages unique events in airports across Canada.

19 New Air Canada service to Yellowknife Air Canada’s new livery on its Bombardier CRJ705 aircraft was captured during a perfect winter sunset on the airline’s inaugural Yellowknife flight.

Air Canada’s new service to the Northwest Territories marks the only non-stop service linking Canada’s spectacular Northwest Territories and Vancouver. The route’s daily seasonal service operates until April 2018.

20 Significant agreement between Musqueam Band and YVR The Musqueam Indian Band and YVR signed a momentous 30-year agreement based on friendship and respect to achieve a sustainable and mutually beneficial future.

Some of the details of the Agreement include a path of education to employment with several scholarships and new jobs, one per cent of annual revenue from YVR, identification and protection of archeological resources and support for ongoing operations and long-term development at the airport.

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February 6-8, 2018 Cargo Logistics Canada Expo & Conference Vancouver Convention Centre West 999 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC Cargo Logistics Canada (CLC) addresses the needs of cargo owners, managers and agents who contract the flow of goods through Canadian supply chains.

CLC encompasses the entire cargo spectrum—all major transportation modes and all cargo types, under one roof. The exposition floor will feature products, services, technologies and equipment designed to optimize an entire supply chain. For more information, visit cargologisticscanada.com.

February 12-15, 2018 Pacific Northwest Aerospace Alliance (PNAA), 2018 Aerospace Conference Lynnwood Convention Centre, 3711 196th St SW, Lynnwood, WA Leading Through Change: Managing Transformation. The conference is designed to deliver the latest market intelligence, trends and analytics, addressing these topics along with the global supply chain issues. A must-attend conference for C-Suite executives, strategic planners, program managers and other aerospace professionals. The 4-day event convenes a dynamic cross-section of the supply chain to learn from leaders and experts on the latest trends, forecasts and analytics impacting the industry. For more information, visit pnaa.net.

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June 18-21, 2018 2018 CBAA Convention & Exhibition Waterloo, ON Join the Canadian Business Aviation Association (CBAA) and its Diamond Sponsors Region of Waterloo International Airport & Chartright Air Group for targeted education sessions, networking events, exhibits and Canada’s largest static display of private corporate aircraft. Visit cbaa-acaa.ca for updates and details.

August 10-12, 2018 Abbotsford International Airshow Abbotsford International Airport, 30440 Liberator Ave., Abbotsford, BC Designated Canada’s national airshow, the annual aviation festival provides spectators an opportunity to watch some of the finest aerobatic performances in the world. Ranked among one of the Top Ten airshows in the world by USA Today in 2013, the event continues to distinguish itself through aviation excellence, aerospace advancement and community participation. Form more information, visit abbotsfordairshow.com.

August 23, 2018

2018 International Women in Aviation Conference Reno-Sparks Convention Center 4590 S Virginia St, Reno, NV This will be the 29th annual conference.

Headquarters hotel is Peppermill Resort Reno. For more information, visit wai.org.

YVR for Kids Golf Tournament Quilchena Golf & Country Club, 3551 Granville Avenue, Richmond, BC Golf will be a “shotgun” start. Participants are encouraged to be aware of their starting hole and be on the tee box ready for the horn, sharp, at the start time of 11am. Quilchena staff and YVR volunteers will provide direction to the starting hole.

Participants must abide by the dress code at Quilchena. Golf will be played in a Texas Scramble format. For more information, visit yvrforkids.org.

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YVR for Kids Gala Dinner & Auction Sheraton Vancouver Airport, 7551 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC Dinner and Auction will take place at the Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel.

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The first structurally complete airframe for the new BelugaXL has rolled off the Airbus assembly line.

Once operational, a fleet of these next-generation airlifters will be used to transport completed sections of Airbus aircraft among the company’s European production sites and to final assembly lines in France, Germany and Spain.

The BelugaXL is one of the most voluminous aircraft in existence and everything about it speaks to that fact. With a bulging upper forward fuselage and enormous cargo area, the BelugaXL is hardly recognizable as the outsized airlifter version of the Airbus A330-200 jetliner from which it is derived.

“We have the A330 as a foundation, but many changes

have been successfully designed, introduced into the aircraft and tested,” said Bertrand George, head of the BelugaXL program.

“Transforming an existing product into a super transporter is not a simple task.”

This initial BelugaXL is expected to be flying by mid-2018.

“The whole team is really looking forward to seeing its first flight and, of course, its smiling livery,” said George, referring to the supersized smile that will be painted across the ‘face’ of the transporter.

Months-long ground testing of the aircraft will begin after installation of its two jet engines, ensuring each of the BelugaXL’s systems function as intended.

While the first structurally complete BelugaXL moves into

its testing phase, the second A330 to be converted into a BelugaXL will begin its integration process.

With lessons learned from the production of the first transporter, the assembly time for the second is expected to be about two months shorter.

The BelugaXL program was launched in November 2014 to address Airbus’ increasing transport requirements. At six metres longer, one metre wider and with a payload lifting capacity six tonnes greater than the BelugaST transporter version it is replacing, the BelugaXL will be able to transport both wings of an A350 XWB jetliner at once, instead of the single wing currently accommodated on the BelugaST. All told, five BelugaXLs are scheduled to enter service for Airbus’ airlift needs.

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Boeing’s 777X series was launched in November 2013 with two variants: the 777-8 and the 777-9. Photo: courtesy Boeing.

Boeing delivered more commercial airplanes than any manufacturer for the sixth consecutive year and set an industry record with 763 deliveries in 2017, driven by high output of its 737 and 787 jets.

At the same time, the company grew its backlog with 912 net orders, reflecting healthy demand for its single-aisle and twin-aisle airplanes.

Boeing reached a new high on its 737 program, raising production to 47 airplanes a month during the year. It also began delivering the new 737 MAX, contributing to a record 529 deliveries, including 74 of the MAX variety.

On the 787 Dreamliner program, Boeing continued building at the highest production rate for a twin-aisle jet, leading to 136

deliveries for the year.

“The record-setting performance is a testament to our employees and supplier partners who continue to innovate new ways to design, build and deliver the most fuel-efficient airplanes to customers around the world,” said Boeing Commercial Airplanes president and CEO Kevin McAllister.

On the orders front, 71 customers placed the 912 net orders, valued at US$134.8-billion at list prices.

The total extended Boeing’s

backlog to a record 5,864 airplanes at the end of 2017, which is equal to approximately seven years of production.

“The strong sales activity reflects continuing strong demand for the 737 MAX family, including the ultra-efficient MAX 10 variant that we launched last year, and the market’s increasing preference for Boeing’s family of twin-aisle jets,” said McAllister.

“Our planned production increases over the coming years are designed to satisfy this robust demand.”

In 2017, Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner family racked up nearly 100 net orders and its 777 family captured 60 net orders, as

shown in the table below.

Other major commercial airplanes milestones include the first flights of the 737

MAX 9 and the 787-10 Dreamliner and the start of production of the 737 MAX 7 and the new 777X.

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To register for a Creativity Class at the Children’s Arts Festival, please call (604) 276-4300. On evenings and weekends, call 604-247-8300 to register. Artwork courtesy Children’s Arts Festival.

Richmond’s popular Children’s Arts Festival celebrates its 10th anniversary this Family Day, Monday February 12, from 10am to 4pm, with a fun-filled day of creative interaction, entertainment and more.

Visitors to the festival will be able to wander through multiple zones in and around the Richmond Cultural Centre where they can enjoy fun performances for kids of all ages, participate in handson arts and crafts or sign up for Creativity Classes led by professional artists General festival admission allows participants to wander through the Sonic Garden and Art Alley where there will be live performances by Big Easy Funk Ensemble, Kutapira, The Blues Berries, Magic 2 Go, Circus West and others, plus enjoy pop up performances throughout the site. They can also roll their sleeves up at the festival’s numerous Imagination Stations and create everything from tie dye t-shirts to scratch animation with Cinevolution.

More than 30 artist-led Creativity Classes will give participants access to a hands-on interactive class led by a professional artist, with classes in a wide range of visual and performing arts such as puppet making, hip hop music, clay creations and more. Registration is required for all Creativity Classes and the fee includes General Admission.

In celebration of the 10th anniversary, local children will also have some special opportunities to shape and participate in this year’s festival programming.

New to the festival this year will be a cardboard challenge inspired from a documentary film, Caine’s Arcade, that featured a cardboard arcade created by a nine-year-old in East Los Angeles.

Festival participants can create their own arcade games from cardboard and other recycled material.

There will be a sneak preview event at Lansdowne Centre on Saturday, February 3 from noon to 3pm including a mini arcade atmosphere with fun music and balloons. The top 10 games from the Lansdowne event will be featured at the festival on Family Day. Youth will also have a chance to run away to the circus. Circus West will be visiting local classes to give students a peek into the world of circus. A few of the students participating will be incorporated into the performance with the Circus West cast, to be given the opportunity to perform at the festival in front of a live audience.

General festival admission is $5. Advance sales of general festival admission passes are now available at Lansdowne Centre; visit Customer Service during mall hours to purchase (cash only.

The Richmond Children’s Arts Festival is presented by Lansdowne Centre with support from Cowell Auto Group, Ikea Richmond and Kin’s Farm Market. Community partners are Minoru Seniors Centre, Richmond Art Gallery and Richmond Public Library. Media Sponsors are 94.5FM Virgin Radio, 103.5 QM/FM, CTV, Richmond News, KISS Radio and News1130.

Register through richmond.ca/register or by calling the Registration Call Centre at 604-276-4300. Don’t delay as many Creativity Classes sell out in advance of the festival.

For full event details, visit www.childrensartsfestival.ca.

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Spotted from the dining room of the Flying Beaver Bar & Grill on Sea Island. Photo: Nigel Matthews.

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trum are the Mercedes diesels.

Mercedes has almost always had diesel cars in their North American line-up; something that no other manufacturer can claim.

While the older 240D and 300D models featured a small, noisy diesel engine, they had bulletproof reliability, with some still on the road today.

Today, Mercedes offers their BlueTec diesel, which incorporates the most modern technology—low exhaust emissions,

1987 Mercedes Benz 560 SEC, 8-cylinder, 5-litre engine.

When you look over the history of automobiles, much modern technology has been birthed

by Mercedes and adopted by the rest of the automobile industry.

Part of this may be due to the higher price point of these vehicles, which allows for more expensive options to be

Mercedes vehicles will likely be incorporated into all cars in the future.

Quality has always been a strong point for Mercedes Benz vehicles and along with that is durability and longevity.

Did you know that 63 per cent of Mercedes cars—from the

Much of the longevity of a vehicle can be attributed to parts availability: Mercedes is excellent in this area and provides support for many of its older models.

Unfortunately, this does not hold true for most other makes of cars.

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incorporated.

One example is the use of the alternator to generate electricity in Mercedes vehicles.

For most of car manufacturing history up, until the late 1950s, cars used DC (direct current) generators. While they generated electricity, they did so in a complicated and inefficient manner. Mercedes introduced the alternator on their vehicles and within a few years this became the industry standard.

The same can be said for airbags, first introduced in the 1981 S-class sedans. Within a decade, airbags made their way into all vehicles.

With that track record, it stands to reason that some of the innovations that are seen on new

1985 to 1989 model years—are still on the road?

The industry average is below seven per cent—a phenomenal difference.

For someone looking for a vehicle to keep for the long-term, these are one of the best.

Having worked on all makes of cars throughout my career, I see cars that are built to last and the manufacturers that support them.

cars and SUVs. All are very well built. Some offer the best ride on the planet. For example, the 500SL: a beautiful-looking convertible, which is not just stylish but fast, with active suspension and an ability to corner that few vehicles have. With its detachable roof removed and the windscreen up, you can barely feel a breeze while cruising down the highway.

On the other end of the spec-

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smoke free diesel engine, fantastic fuel economy and very little noise. Next time you pull up beside one of these vehicles, roll down your window and listen—you can barely tell that it’s a diesel engine.

I’m often asked if Mercedes Benz vehicles are expensive to fix? The answer is both “yes” and “no.”

On the “yes” side, these cars feature complex electronics and when something goes wrong

with these components they can be very costly. Mercedes vehicles (as sold in North America) are all full-featured luxury cars and along with that there is more to go wrong. On the plus side they are well built and typically last longer than many other cars.

On the “no” side of expensive-to-fix are many basic service items, such as brakes that are no more expensive for a Mercedes than they are for a Toyota, in fact they are often cheaper.

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DOMESTIC TERMINAL (Before Security) • A&W: Breakfast served daily – Bacon ‘n Egger with real bacon and real eggs, hash browns, French Toast.

Also, hamburgers, fries, beverages, including A&W’s famous root beer. Open 5am-10pm. Departures Level 3 • Booster Juice: signature premium smoothies, fresh-squeezed juices, hot food, grab & go items & snacks –Level 3 • Jugo Juice: Juice, smoothies, wraps & paninis – Departures Level 3.

• Starbucks: Coffee, pastries, sandwiches – Departures Level 3.

• Subway: Sandwiches, salads & wraps – Departures Level 3 • Tim Hortons: Coffee, pastries, sandwiches, soups – Arrivals Level 2 and Departures Level 3 • Toshi Teppanyaki: Japanese cuisine – Departures Level 3 • White Spot: Burgers, fresh salads, pastas, rice bowls, stir-fries, entrées from the grill and desserts – Departures Level 3 • Wok ‘N Roll: Chinese & Japanese cuisine – Departures Level 3 INTERNATIONAL TERMINAL (Before Security) • Freshii: Healthy food-to-go with a unique approach that emphasizes foods you should eat more of instead of focusing on foods to avoid. Open 7am-11pm—Departures Level 3 • Galiano Bakery & Café: full breakfast menu including a gourmet cappuccino bar. For lunch or dinner, try one of the made to order sandwiches, grilled paninis, soups or salads. Open 7am-8pm—Departures Level 3 • Hanami Japanese Restaurant: Enjoy a quick or leisurely meal in this full-experience restaurant offering favourites such as sushi, udon and bento boxes. Open 9am-9pm daily— Departures Level 3 • Koho Restaurant & Bar: Full-service restaurant and bar. Selection of appetizers including mussels, chicken wings and nachos or dig into a steak, pasta bowl, or special YVR burger. Open 8am-9pm daily—Departures Level 3 • Pajo’s Fish & Chips: Nationally recognized as one of the best fish and chips shops in the area. Open 6:30am-10pm—Departures Level 3 • Starbucks: Quality coffee, beverages, pastries, sandwiches and coffee-related products. Open 24 hours—Departures Level 3 • Thai Hang: Fresh authentic Vietnamese

cuisine; healthy Pho dishes, rolls, broken rice dishes, Vietnamese sandwiches and beverages. Enjoy signature Vietnamese spring rolls, rice noodle soups and lemon grass chicken. Open 9am-11pm daily— Departures Level 3 • Tim Hortons: Coffee, donuts, Timbits, bagels, muffins, sandwiches and a variety of hot and cold beverages. Open 7am-7pm daily—Arrivals Level 2 • Vino Volo: Wines from around the world by the glass or in tasting flights. Small plates and entrees reflect local cuisine, and complement the wine selection that includes local BC varietals and international offerings. Open 1pm-9pm daily—Arrivals Level 2 • Wendy’s: Fast Food—Fresh, never frozen hamburgers, fries with sea salt or a crisp Garden Sensations salad. Open 24 hours daily— Departures Level 3 US TERMINAL • Globe@YVR: Fairmont Vancouver Airport’s award-winning, signature fine-dining restaurant, specializing in Pacific Northwest cuisine. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Open 6am-10pm daily. Level 4 • Jetside Bar: Fairmont Vancouver Airport’s Jetside Bar carries a wide selection of Okanagan & international wines, craft beer, select spirits & its own cocktails.

Floor-to-ceiling views of the runways & mountains. Open 11am-midnight, daily—Level 4 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.

MCARTHURGLEN DESIGNER OUTLET MALL • 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 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 • 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) • Cravings Restaurant & Lounge 8808 Osler Street (72nd & Oak), Vancouver Recently renovated to cater to the sports fan. This month has specially discount ted menu items and drink offerings plus $2 off Coupon (see ad this page). Open for lunch & dinner 7 days a week, with lots of free parking. Quiet, well-appointed lounge available for parties & special events. (778) 379-3127 2 Milltown Bar & Grill #101-9191 Bentley Street, Marpole Receiving great reviews for good food, friendly service and fantastic

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RICHMOND HOTEL RESTAURANTS • Pacific Gateway Hotel 1500 Cessna Drive. (604) 278-1241 • 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 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 Italian-

(604) 247-8573.

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.

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15 Swampy arm of a lake 16 Valley

17 Musical device 19 Freezes

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25 Narrative songs 26 Overseas

29 A follower of Islam 30 Suppress

31 Units of electromotive potential 32 Consume food 35 Utilized 36 Queues

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38 American Sign Language 39 Units of distance

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43 A university in England 44 Rod-shaped bacteria 46 Spheres 47 Tariff

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DOWN 1 Goddess of the earth (Greek mythology) 2 Sea eagles 3 Fewer 4 Seated oneself 5 Treated badly 6 Labelled 7 Colouring agents 8 Male offspring 9 Survives longer than 10 Eatable 11 Capital of California 12 Appeal 13 Affirmatives 18 Not urban 23 Ails 24 Fearless 25 Soft oily clays used as pigments 26 Shade of blue-green 27 Brief kiss 28 Voted in again 29 Cash 31 Hairlike structures on mucous

membranes 33 Genus of maple 34 Keep watch on 36 Gulliver went there 37 Buffoons 39 Armless statue of Aphrodite: Venus de ____ 40 A U-shaped curve in a stream 42 Manly 43 An American songbird 44 Packaged 45 Saclike dilations in a compound gland 46 Leaves of the talipot palm 48 Hint 49 Indian dress 50 Russian emperor 51 Scream 54 Anagram of “His” 55 Sprocket.

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The Beechcraft 1900 is a 19-passenger, pressurized twinengine turboprop fixed-wing aircraft that was manufactured by Beechcraft. It was designed, and is primarily used, as a regional airliner. The aircraft was designed to carry passengers in all weather conditions from airports with relatively short runways. With customers favouring larger regional jets, production in October 2002.

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On for a typical day, you will: a supervisor •  Paid Demonstrate consistent on the job trainingapplication of strong leadership through the fosteringpath andplanning development of teams contributing to a structured, well  Career managed and effective operation  Promotion opportunities uniform •  Free Conduct fact finding interviews of select US bound passengers in compliance  Medical benefits after in 90compliance days with federal legislation with service level requirements and  Ongoing training available GardaWorld procedures, policies and programs • Serve as an ambassador for a progressive work environment and a positive Ontravel a typical day, will: experience foryou passengers Youthe are the ideal candidate for this position you fostering and development of teams contributingbecause to a possess: structured, well managed and effective operation • A valid BC Security License (or willingness to obtain) finding interviews of selectResident US bound passengers in •  Conduct Must be afact Canadian Citizen or a Permanent compliance with federal legislation in compliance level • No previous criminal background for which a pardon haswith not service been granted requirements and GardaWorld procedures, policies and programs • Ability to obtain a security clearance and successfully complete a background check as an ambassador for a progressive work environment and  Serve • aEffective with theforability to listen attentively and maintain positivecommunicator travel experience passengers respectful and cooperative relationships with passengers, employees and co-workers You are the ideal candidate for this position because possess: • you Proficiency in both official languages is an asset valid interpersonal BC Securityskills License (or willingness to service obtain) •  AStrong and excellent customer 

Must be a Canadian Citizen or a Permanent Resident

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Join our workforce!  No previous criminal background for which a pardon has

not been To apply for thisgranted position or view other job opportunities please visit the “careers”  Ability to obtain a security clearance and successfully complete page of our website at www.gardaglobal.com/careers a background check GARDAWORLD is the largest privately-owned security services company in the  Effective communicator with the ability to listen attentively and world.

We are doing more,and for more clients, inrelationships more places across globe. We maintain respectful cooperative with the passengers, provide security services for Canada’s largest retail, industrial and commercial employees and co-workers companies.

We work in partnership with our clients to ensure the safety and  Proficiency in both official languages is an asset security of their employees skills and theand public.  Strong interpersonal excellent customer service We are an equal opportunity employer and take pride in a diverse environment.

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WeInterested? do not discriminate recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, gender, please sexual visit To apply for this position or view other jobreligion, opportunities orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, handicap disability or the “careers” page of our website at anywww.gardaglobal.com/careers other protected status.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however we will communicate only with the selected candidate

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