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On December 18, 2018 YVR served its 25-millionth annual passenger, two years ahead of forecast. This accelerated growth can be attributed to a strong B.C. economy and an impressive three years of air service development due to ConnectYVR— YVR’s five-year aeronautical rates and charges program. ConnectYVR rewards airlines for growing their services at YVR, which creates more jobs, increases access to global destinations and opens additional markets for B.C.’s goods. “Growth at YVR is good for the region and the province of British Columbia,” said Craig Richmond, president and CEO, Vancouver Airport

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YVR welcomed its 25-millionth passenger on December 18, 2018, two years ahead of forecast.

Authority. “Each new flight brings substantial impact, creating hundreds of jobs and providing millions of dollars in economic benefit across

the province. We have been growing at an incredible pace and couldn’t have done this without help from our amazing airport community. We

will continue to rely on our partners to deliver excellent customer experiences as we address this growth with our ambitious multi-billion-

dollar construction program to build the airport of the future.” See CELEBRATE 25 MILLION page 3

Rick Hansen Foundation awards YVR with gold certification

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YVR recently received an Accessibility Certified Gold rating under the Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification (RHFAC) program. YVR is the first airport to receive the rating and is the highest rated building in the program. “YVR welcomed a record 25-million passengers [in 2018] and for us it’s very important that every one of these passengers has a seamless and comfortable airport experience,” said Craig Richmond, president and CEO, Vancouver Airport Authority. “Accessibility is one of our top priorities and is a key part of our success as a world-class hub.”

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Rick Hansen, founder and CEO of the Rick Hansen Foundation (front row, left), presented Vancouver Airport Authority with the foundation’s Accessibility Certified Gold rating for the airport’s broad range of accessibility features.

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Innovative Travel Solutions closes 2018 with global expansion of BorderXpress; launch of CheckItXpress

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implemented for Entry and Exit border control in the European Union, YVR’s ITS retained its position as the leading provider of border control kiosks. The year also saw the successful launch of CheckItXpress, the world’s most accessible, efficient and intuitive self-service bag

drop. “[The year] 2018 was another successful year for Innovation Travel Solutions, as momentum continued to build globally around our industryleading solution BorderXpress,” said Steve Hankinson, vice president, planning and innovation, Vancouver Airport Authority.

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January YVR construction update

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YVR is busy expanding to meet its growing passenger demand, while also improving the airport experience for everyone.

There are several ongoing key projects taking place at YVR to enhance the airport experience for everyone. These include YVR’s biggest sustainability projects to date, new parking options, terminal expansions and much more. Terminal • There will be various improvements to a section of Pier B, in the Domestic terminal. As part of this work, there will be hoarding and phased closures of two passenger hold rooms as well as a scaffolding structure in a corridor. Work is anticipated

to be complete by June 2019. • As part of the International Pier D expansion project, steel work has begun. This will take place airside and may include noisy work. Given that there are 24-hour operations in this part of the terminal this could potentially be disruptive for those with flights at nearby gates. Travellers who are looking for somewhere quiet can find seating in the creek area, located near the food court. • There may be intermittent noise within the U.S. pre-board screening area as

well as U.S. Customs during daytime hours. This work is being done to improve YVR’s processes for transfer passengers. • In November 2018, construction began on an enclosed area between the International and Domestic terminals to create a temporary baggage system, during which time there may be intermittent noise. Work is expected to be completed in July 2019. In and around Sea Island • Various work is continuing in the old Value Lot (adjacent to

the Parkade) for the construction of a new six-storey parking lot and Central Utilities Building. A new toll plaza is now open and is the first permanent structure of the new Parkade. Please follow all directional signage in the area. • As part of ongoing construction for YVR’s new Parkade and Central Utilities Building, preparatory work started outside International Arrivals on level 2 in Chester Johnson Park. In order to facilitate the work, a section of the park is now closed. The pet relief area and Japadog food

cart will remain in the current location. • Construction started in November 2018 on the Great Blue Heron MultiUse Pathway. The project is expected to be complete this month. The path will connect to the existing path on Airport Road, connecting alongside Larry Berg Flight Path Park, across Russ Baker Way to Cessna Drive. • Construction is underway to prepare for Phase II of the McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Vancouver Airport. This phase is scheduled to

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open in Summer 2019 and will deliver more than 7,800 square metres of additional retail space. Parking • A section of McDonald Road is closed for construction traffic only. This work is part of the project to extend the east apron for Remote Stand Operations. Please follow all directional signage to the new McDonald Road, located east of North Service Place. For more information on these construction projects, please visit yvr.ca/construction.

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“It was also an exciting year for our team as we celebrated the launch of our new bag drop technology, CheckItXpress,” said Hankinson. “I’m proud to be leading this dedicated team of collaborative thinkers. As an airport operator, we have a unique understanding of what it takes to facilitate the movement of travellers efficiently and safely, while also ensuring the passenger experience is seamless.” YVR’s ITS takes a holistic approach that goes beyond technology to solve customer processing challenges and improve business performance. With more than a decade of experience in automating border control systems at airports and seaports around the world, ITS can better business results through cost efficiencies, time management, maximizing resources and data insights. 2018 Highlights At the end of 2018, BorderXpress had processed almost 250-million passengers at 42 airport and seaport locations around the world and sold more than 1,600 kiosks. In early 2018, ITS celebrated the installation of two BorderXpress kiosks onboard Ferries del Caribe’s passenger cruise ship, the MV Kydon. This marked a milestone for the industry as Ferries del Caribe became the first-ever cruise operator in the world to install border control kiosks onboard a cruise ship or ferry. ITS expanded its BorderXpress solution into the European market with the installation of 74 kiosks at Pafos International Airport and Larnaka International Airport in Cyprus. The launch in Cyprus represented

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the first implementation of permanent kiosks for Entry and Exit border control in the European Union. ITS also sold 16 BorderXpress kiosks to Grantley Adams International Airport (GAIA) in Barbados for use by residents, the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) region and those who hold permanent or indefinite status in Barbados. In 2018, ITS expanded its portfolio of industry-leading technology with the launch of CheckItXpress. ITS partnered with Glidepath, a leader in baggage handling solutions to bring the world’s most accessible, efficient and intuitive self-service bag drop to market. There are now 10 CheckItXpress positions in place at YVR, which have processed

form customer experiences and will focus on delivering an endto-end, passenger-led solution. The expansion of BorderXpress in Europe has opened additional opportunities to optimize the border clearance process for passengers, airports and governments around the world. ITS will build on its success in Cyprus with increased focus on the European and Asian markets. Following the successful launch of CheckItXpress, the team at ITS will continue to look at new ways to use technology to improve efficiencies and improve the customer experience, not only at YVR but across the travel industry. “As ITS continues to grow, we are setting our sights on the next innovation in the evolution

CheckItXpress, accessible, efficient & intuitive self-service bag drop.

more than 122,062 bags to-date. The team at ITS continues to attract top talent and further its position as an industry leader in passenger-processing innovation. Steve Hankinson was appointed vice president of planning and innovation for Vancouver Airport Authority and is now responsible for overseeing ITS. The Year Ahead ITS will continue to trans-

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“Gold Certification from the Rick Hansen Foundation is a testament to our ongoing efforts to better serve our passengers, partners and communities—and is a milestone we are very proud of,” said Richmond. The RHFAC program is based upon the holistic user experience of people with varying disabilities affecting their mobility, vision and hearing and is the first of its kind to measure the level of meaningful access beyond building code standards. To date, more than 1,100 buildings across B.C. are registered to be rated. “I’m proud to congratulate YVR on being the first airport to achieve ‘Accessibility Certified Gold’ rating under the Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification (RHFAC) program,” said Rick Hansen, founder and CEO of the Rick Hansen Foundation. “I’ve watched YVR

systematically make progress on accessibility over many decades. People with visible and invisible disabilities experience accessibility challenges every day and with record numbers of passengers traveling through Canada’s airports, it’s critical that these spaces meet everyone’s needs. I hope YVR and Craig’s leadership inspires other transport hubs around the world to take steps in becoming more accessible and inclusive for travellers of all ages and abilities.” In achieving the Gold Certification rating, YVR has removed barriers and improved accessibility for employees, passengers and partners—achieving the highest score of any rated building to-date with 93 out of 100 points. YVR has a broad range of accessibility features that led to this score including: • Universal food and service counters for people using

of the passenger experience, not only at airports but at ports of entry around the world,” said Hankinson. “In the year ahead, ITS will continue to work with industry, governments and other stakeholders to ensure that we are utilizing the most efficient technology, enhancing the experience of the traveller, while also making the whole travel process safer and more efficient.”

wheeled mobility devices • Low-resistance carpeting for easier movement and greater stability • Textured terminal flooring to assist with wayfinding • Curbside ramps and assistance • Accessible parking in all lots with accessible bus service to long-term parking • Universal seating throughout the terminal • Universally accessible washrooms • Pet relief areas for individuals travelling with assistance animals • Adaptive speakers throughout the terminal building • Clearly marked signage and wayfinding • Customer care staff trained in accessibility For more on the Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification program, please visit rickhansen. com/RHFAC.

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YVR is operated by Vancouver Airport Authority, a financially-independent organization that is governed by a non-political Board of Directors appointed from the community. Its unique operating model allows for greater support and investment in the community, with every dollar earned by the Airport Authority being reinvested into the operation and growth of the airport to improve facilities, enhance services, reduce costs and support community initiatives. YVR plays a significant role in the local, provincial and national economy—creating jobs and driving business activity. The airport supports 24,000 jobs on Sea Island and more than 100,000 jobs across the province. Its operations—together with tourism and cargo—contribute more than $16-billion in total economic output, $8.4-billion in GDP and $1.4-billion in government revenue across B.C. Growth projections show that YVR will serve 32-million pas-

sengers by 2022, with 29-million passengers targeted for 2020. YVR has also updated its targets to facilitate the movement of 327,000 tonnes of cargo and serve 144 destinations by 2020— currently YVR connects people and businesses to 127 non-stop destinations worldwide. Each new flight through YVR creates hundreds of jobs and contributes millions of dollars in economic benefit to the province. To accommodate this continued growth, YVR embarked on an ambitious 20-year, $9.1-billion expansion program in early 2018. These expansion projects have additional significant economic and employment benefits in the region. For example, construction activities at YVR created nearly 2,500 fulltime construction jobs on Sea Island in 2018, hundreds more off-site and are expected to sustain thousands of jobs for the next two decades.

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Record hampers collected at Holiday Hamper Drive

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YVR and Quest Food Exchange raised a record 1,288 food hampers for families in need during the annual Holiday Hamper Drive held at YVR.

Last month, YVR and Quest Food Exchange collected a record 1,288 food hampers, just in time for the holiday season. The hampers, which included meal essentials and festive favourites, were collected and counted at the annual Holiday Hamper

Drive event held at YVR. For every hamper filled, YVR donated a turkey and Quest provided fresh seasonal vegetables. The filled hampers were provided to Lower Mainland families in need. Quest works to reduce hunger in local communities by providing dignified access to affordable and sustainable food options in not-for-profit grocery markets to those who face food security challenges in British Columbia. “The holidays are a time for family and friends to come together, but that isn’t the case for everyone in our community,” said Kim Halowski, manager, community relations. “Thanks to organizations like Quest, families are able to enjoy a complete meal and celebrate the holiday season together.” YVR was proud to be the official transportation sponsor once again, helping to collect and ensure that hampers were delivered where most needed. “Our goal was to collect more than 1,000 hampers and thanks to the generosity of our community, we exceeded expectations,” said Halowski. As part of the program, YVR

Community also facilitated the distribution of more than 1,500 hampers among the airport community. Since the Hamper Drive started in 2011, 4,569 meals have been donated to local families. “Since 2011, YVR’s unwavering commitment to reducing hunger with dignity has motivated and inspired the team at Quest and continues to do so today,” said Elizabeth LewisCrudgington, executive director, Quest Food Exchange. “Quest is honoured to partner with an organization that exudes strong leadership, profound compassion and provides tremendous support to food insecure families throughout the Lower Mainland. Thank you, YVR!” As a community-focused organization, YVR supports programs that empower communities in Metro Vancouver and beyond. In 2017, YVR donated more than $1-million to more than 50 organizations that created innovative programs in their communities. Partnerships such as this one with Quest Food Exchange are part of YVR’s commitment to bring social benefits to the communities the airport serves.

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Community Awards YVR’s Waste Wars competition a win-win for all If you’ve recently travelled through YVR, you may have noticed the lack of traditional garbage can receptacles. Instead, the airport’s terminals are lined with bins intended for sorting waste into recyclable categories. YVR’s Environmental Management Plan, which provides the framework for the organization’s environmental initiatives, has outlined a goal of diverting 50 per cent of YVR waste from landfill. In 2018, YVR surpassed this target three years ahead of schedule, achieving 51 per cent waste diversion. One of the initiatives that helped YVR achieve this goal is an annual Waste Wars competition. Held every year since 2015, Waste Wars pit tenants against each other in a bit of friendly competition to see who can best separate their waste. The Waste Wars competition rules are simple: organic waste belongs in the green bin; plastics, paper and metals in the recycle bins; and the remaining in the garbage. Every week, tenants’ bins are inspected, with points allocated based on the level of appropriate separation. The better a tenant separates its waste; the more points are scored.

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British Airways marks its centenary this year, despite being founded in 1974

Fairmont Vancouver Airport team receive the Waste Wars overall title award for Globe@YVR from Marion Town (far right), director of environment at YVR. British character actor James Robertson Justice demonstrated the British Airways Rolls-Royce style at YVR’s South Terminal in the late ‘50s. Photo: courtesy Rolls-Royce/BMW Group media archives.

Members of the team from Thai Hang collect the restaurant’s Waste Wars award from Marion Town director of environment at YVR. The restaurant achieved a perfect score in the competition.

The tenant with the highest score is deemed the overall winner. The winners of the 4th annual Waste Wars competition displayed exceptional commitment to waste reduction and are now the exclusive holders of the Waste Wars crown. In the Restaurant Category, Globe@YVR (Fairmont

Vancouver Airport) took the title. In the Quick Service category, Thai Hang wound up the champions. Thai Hang’s triumph was especially notable for the fact that they achieved a perfect score, having not a single cup, straw or napkin out of place. Congratulations to these waste warriors!

MTU Maintenance and World Duty receive Clear Skies awards Each year, YVR recognizes tenants that demonstrate an outstanding commitment, innovation and enthusiasm towards improving the environment on Sea Island. Since 2011, businesses on Sea Island have been recognized with a Clear Skies Award for actions ranging from reducing gas emissions and potable water consumption to improving ecosystem health, energy efficiency and waste diversion efficiency. Last month, YVR announced MTU Maintenance and World Duty Free as recipients of Clear Skies awards for 2018. In the airside/groundside category, MTU was recognized for its expanded recycling program, installation of energy-efficient LED lighting, participation in Climate Smart training and use of water-efficient rinse heads for aircraft cleaning. Honourable mentions were Aero Mag 2010 YVR Inc., Air Canada, Gate Gourmet and Swissport Canada. World Duty Free received the Clear Skies Award in the in-terminal category for its improved paper and single-use item recycling, use of LED lights

Although only established on March 31, 1974, British Airways is marking its 100th anniversary this year. So exactly how does that work? The starting point from which the airline is marking its centenary is August 25, 1919. On that date, a small airline called Aircraft Transport and Travel began the world’s first scheduled international air service from London to Paris. The flight across the English Channel, from Hounslow Heath Aerodrome to Le Bourget, took 2 hours and 30 minutes using De Havilland 16 aircraft. Despite problems with bad weather, Aircraft Transport and Travel soon gained a reputation for reliability, winning the first British civil airmail contract. However, overcome with

debt, the airline went bankrupt in December 1920 and was merged into a new company, Daimler Airway Limited, which in turn merged with three airlines in 1924 to form Imperial Airways. In 1939, Imperial Airways incorporated into the British Overseas Airways Corporation (BOAC), which then merged with British European Airways to form British Airways on March 31, 1974. The airline is now the flag carrier and the largest airline in the United Kingdom, based on fleet size. In 2011, British Airways merged with Iberia, creating the International Airlines Group (IAG), a holding company registered in Madrid, Spain. As part of its centenary, British Airways will introduce a new uniform for all its air-

line staff, which will be designed by Savile row tailor Oswald Boateng OBE. The airline is also marking its centenary by hosting events to lead the debate on the future of flying over the next 100 years, exploring the future of sustainable aviation fuels, aviation careers of the future and the customer experience of the future. Through its BA2119: Future of Fuels Challenge, British Airways is tasking experts in the fields of aerospace and fuels from across the U.K. to work together to develop a sustainable alternative fuel that could power a commercial aircraft on a long-haul flight, carrying up to 300 passengers with zero net emissions. For information on British Airways’ flights from YVR, visit britishairways.com.

Cristofor Ursache and George Topic accepted the 2018 Clear Skies Award, airside/groundside category, on behalf of MTU Maintenance.

Tony Zhai and Aaron Cheung accepted the 2018 Clear Skies Award, in-terminal category, on behalf of World Duty Free. Seen here with Marion Town, director of environment at YVR.

and their active employee green committee who participate annually. Honourable mentions were Glidepath Systems Ltd. and SSP Canada. The Climate Smart training program is a partnership between YVR and Climate Smart to work collaboratively with airport partners and businesses to help reduce

their energy, waste and water footprints through information sharing, small group training sessions, one-on-one advising and customized reporting and analysis. Vancouver Airport Authority thanks the entire Sea Island community for its continued support and commitment to being environmentally responsible.

From the archives—British Airways poster hung in the British Airways Terminal Five Concord Lounge at Heathrow. Photo: courtesy Nigel Matthews.

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WestJet’s frequent flyers benefit from Rewards tier enhancements WestJet is making it easier for members of its WestJet Rewards Platinum, Gold and Silver tiers to get even more value from the airline’s frequent flyer program, with benefits such as milestone awards being issued more frequently and WestJet Vacations packages being added towards qualifying spend amounts. Top-tier members will receive their first WestJet-wide companion voucher starting at $4,000 qualifying spend and will receive an additional voucher at every $2,000 spend thereafter. All milestone awards will be valid for travel in Economy or Premium. “As we go global with our new Boeing 787 Dreamliners and introduce two-by-two pre-

mium seating, we’re making it easier for our loyal frequent flyer guests to experience the elite benefits and privileges they deserve through enhancements to our Rewards program,” said d’Arcy Monaghan, WestJet’s vice-president loyalty programs. Platinum Starting at $8,000 in annual qualifying spend, Platinum members benefit from an eight per cent earn rate on WestJet flights, with an additional two per cent incentive when booking with a WestJet RBC World Elite Mastercard. Platinum members also benefit from priority services, lounge access along with priority for complimentary upgrades to Premium cabin with the purchase of EconoFlex fares.

Gold Frequent flyers have access to the Gold tier with a $5,000 spend requirement. Members receive two additional advance seat selection vouchers and have early access to purchase Premium upgrades 48 hours prior to departure. Additionally, Gold members are eligible for complimentary upgrades to Premium cabin with the purchase of EconoFlex fares. Silver By spending $3,000, Silver tier members benefit from enhancements that include an additional free checked bag, access to priority check-in and bag drop, along with Zone 2 boarding. Silver members are also eligible for complimentary

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upgrade program, improved selfserve automation features, as well as reciprocal tier benefits with the airline’s joint venture partner, Delta Air Lines, subject to regulatory approval. For more information, visit westjet.com.

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Air Canada Vancouver–Taipei frequency changes Air Canada has announced frequency changes for its summer 2019 Vancouver – Taipei Taoyuan route. From April 30 to October 26, 2019, the Star Alliance carrier will operate this route six-times weekly, instead of a previously planned seventime frequency. Air Canada flies a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on this route. • • •

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percentage points for airports. Air Canada’s highest scores in the last five years was satisfaction in its schedule, loyalty program, customer service and perception as a dynamic organization. • Air Canada is the only Canadian airline that has seen an increase in it’s Net Promoter Score (NPS) for 2018. • 96 per cent intend to use Air Canada for domestic business travel in the coming year, significantly more than the intention to use other Canadian carriers. • Air Canada is the preferred airline for travel between Canada and the U.S., increasing by 11 percentage points over the last five years. • Business travel increased the most internationally to Europe, Asia and other global destinations, growing by five percentage points over last year. More information about Air Canada’s services for business travel, ranging from small to medium to large corporations, can be found at aircanada.com/ businesstravel.

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The year 2018 has been another record-breaking one at YVR. Milestones such as being voted Best Airport in North America for nine straight years, service from new airlines that provided new destinations and record-breaking passenger traffic made it one of the most ambitious and successful years in YVR’s history. Here is a walk down memory lane of the last 365 days of airport excitement in 20 photos.

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade Address

Craig Richmond, president and CEO, Vancouver Airport Authority began 2018 with his annual address to the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade (GVBOT), where he discussed the way in which the airport generates ‘Lift’ for the province and the plans for continuing its incredible growth.

2018 Winter Olympics

Team Canada athletes were welcomed home from PyeongChang 2018, with fans and staff singing “O Canada” as they walked through YVR’s Arrivals area. Some of the athletes who touched down at YVR included gold-medal-winning figure skater Patrick Chan and Cassie Sharpe, gold-medal-winning halfpipe skier.

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An adorable litter of puppies at YVR were named as part of a partnership with Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS). While these dogs don’t work at the airport, they will eventually take one of four jobs: a service dog, hearing dog, accredited facility dog or PTSD dog for veterans and first responders. Disclaimer: Amelia, Wilbur and Orville shown here are now far bigger and even more adorable.

May also marked the launch of CheckItXpress, the world’s most accessible, efficient and intuitive self-service bag drop. Have you tried out these new machines during the check-in process at YVR?

In 2018 alone, Air Canada launched four new services from YVR: Zurich, Switzerland; Paris, France; Sacramento, California; and Lihue, Hawaii. Visit aircanada.com for flights.

In May, Hainan Airlines launched a new service between YVR and Shenzhen via Tianjin. The twice-weekly service marked the first route to Shenzhen and Tianjin from Canada. This service is another important part of British Columbia’s continuous strengthening of ties with Asia and beyond.

June brought about big construction changes all around Sea Island. YVR broke ground on several new projects to help prepare for its anticipated growth. Totaling $9.1-billion and spanning 75 projects over the next 20 years, these changes are designed to help YVR stay competitive and grow as a world-class connecting hub.

In partnership with Air New Zealand, YVR marched in the Vancouver Pride Parade and Sunset Beach Festival. It was a party to say the least.

Plane spotters welcomed Lufthansa’s beautiful A350-900, which made its first flight to Canada from Munich, Germany on May 1. The day was also marked by the return of British Airways’ A380 on the newly declared YVR Airbus Day.

This group of passionate people took YVR on the road to community festivals across the Lower Mainland. They were in different cities every weekend meeting all the airport’s neighbours and sharing fun facts about YVR. Did you know that YVR donates more than $1-million to our local community each year?

Another highlight of summer was the third YVR Chill Out. The community was invited out to Flight Path Park to enjoy family fun, music, giveaways and lots of good vibes.

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Airport K9s from around Sea Island came out on a special day to meet YVR passengers and guests. Some of these puppers help keep the terminals and community safe, while others are there for comfort and assistance for travellers. At the special Dog Days of Summer event, YVR even gave away a helicopter ride with the everfamous pupper, Mr. Bentley!

Iskwew Air was welcomed to the YVR family of airlines in September. Iskwew is the Cree word for woman and celebrates the first airline in Canada owned by an Indigenous woman. Service will commence out of the South Terminal in Spring 2019.

The 8th Annual YVR Holiday Hamper Drive brought in a new record 1,288 hampers to provide holiday family feasts to those in need. Santa was very impressed.

September marked 50 years of Japan Airlines flying to Vancouver. As the first Asian carrier to serve the West Coast, the important cultural and economic ties between the two countries were celebrated with a ribbon cutting, cake and, of course, a flight giveaway.

In partnership with the Canadian Mental Health Association, YVR launched the Fly Calm Initiative. Designed to help combat the stresses of travel, the new Fly Calm colouring books were launched alongside a new website with tips and tricks to allow for a more stress-free airport experience.

In December, YVR was certified gold for accessibility by the Rick Hansen Foundation. As the highest ranked building ever, YVR is proud to ensure every passenger has a barrier free means to travel.

YVR’s roadmap to the future, Master Plan 2037, helps outline the airport’s growth, how it will happen and how YVR’s overall goals will be achieved. The plan was approved by federal Transport Minster Marc Garneau in 2018.

YVR leveled up, receiving Level 3 Airport Carbon Accreditation from Airports Council International (ACI). The airport remains on track to fulfil its current target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 33 per cent by 2020, despite growth projections now showing 29-million passengers targeted for 2020.

For the first time in YVR history, a record-breaking 25-million passengers were served in one year. After a 25-day countdown shared with its community partners, the impressive record, achieved two years ahead of forecast, was celebrated by all. With an ambitious goal of 29-million passengers by 2020, it’s all systems go for 2019.

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Designed to be more aerodynamic and fuel efficient, Boeing is studying the Transonic Truss-Braced Wing concept through a collaboration with NASA as part of the Subsonic Ultra Green Aircraft Research program. (Boeing Creative Services illustration)

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Boeing has revealed its newest Transonic Truss-Braced Wing (TTBW), which researchers say will offer unprecedented aerodynamic efficiency while flying at Mach 0.80—faster than previous TTBW concepts. The high wingspan is made possible by the presence of a truss, which supports the extended length of an ultra-thin wing. From end-to-end, the folding wings mea-

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The new changes follow extensive wind tunnel testing at NASA Ames Research Center. For nearly a decade, Boeing and NASA have been studying the concept as part of the Subsonic Ultra Green Aircraft Research (SUGAR) program. The research focuses on innovative concepts that reduce noise and emissions while enhancing performance.

Boeing sets new aircraft delivery records, expands order backlog Boeing delivered 69 of its B737 airplanes in December and set a new annual record of 806 deliveries in 2018, surpassing its previous record of 763 deliveries in 2017. Even as Boeing delivered more jetliners, the company again grew its significant order book with 893 net orders, including 203 airplane sales in December. “In a dynamic year, our pro-

duction discipline and our supplier partners helped us build and deliver more airplanes than ever before to satisfy the strong demand for air travel across the globe,” said Kevin McAllister, president and CEO, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. With a seven-year order backlog, Boeing increased production of its 737 in the middle of 2018 to 52 airplanes per month.

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Starting next month, Japan Airlines (JAL), a recognized Eco-First company by the Ministry of the Environment of Japan (MOE), plans to operate select long-haul flights using Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) supplied by Showa Shell Sekiyu K.K. In the past decade, the carrier has taken several proactive steps to support the development of

SAF technology. In January 2009, JAL operated a test flight in Japan with SAF, using a mixture of three secondgeneration biofuel feedstocks. In November 2017, JAL operated a passenger flight from Chicago to Tokyo (Narita) with SAF. In 2020, JAL plans to operate a charter flight with SAF made from recycled clothes.

In order to realize the daily operation of an aircraft utilizing SAF technology, JAL will continue to invest in the use of the fuel to fulfill the targets outlined in its medium-term management plan, which is to contribute actively in tackling Global Sustainable Development Goals, including the reduction of CO2 emissions.

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March 3 – 5, 2019 2019 BC Economic Summit Westin Wall Centre, Vancouver Airport, Richmond, BC Turning Community Dreams into Realities: The BCEDA BC Economic Summit will imagine, create and discuss key issues facing economic developers, local Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal leaders, community planners, and more, with some of the most creative and strategic minds in the industry. Over the past number of years, with a changing global economy, communities in British Columbia have had to identify

August 21 – 22, 2019 YVR for Kids Golf Tournament & Gala Auction Dinner Golf Tournament: Quilchena Golf & Country Club, 3551 Granville Avenue, Richmond, BC Gala Dinner & Auction: Sheraton Vancouver, Airport, 7551 Westminster Highway, Richmond, BC From humble beginnings the YVR Airportsponsored gala has become a major event for the airport community and source of funds for worthy local children’s charities. For more information and updates, visit yvrforkids.org.

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strategic planning, public consultation and business retention, communities have developed programs to turn the dreams of local citizens and businesses into realities. The 2019 BC Economic Summit will look at the steps that local and Indigenous governments are taking to turn dreams into realities and at the successes and challenges that they are having. The Summit will also explore how Indigenous communities, local governments and the private sector are all working together to help communities achieve their dreams. For more information, contact Ashleigh Volcz at 604-795-7119, email info@ bceda.ca.

July 22 – 28, 2019 EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2019

Vancouver Trade & Convention Centre West, 1055 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC BCAC’s annual Silver Wings Industry Awards cocktail reception style event recognizes industry colleagues for specific achievements within the aviation and aerospace industry in the province. The BCAC also provides or coordinates more than $57,000 in annual scholarships to students making aviation and aerospace their career choice. For more information. In addition to

Starting this year, Enerjet will launch a Canadian ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC) service. Enerjet is a licensed Canadian charter airline based in Calgary that began operations with Boeing 737 Next Generation aircraft in November 2008. Backed by financial commitments from a consortium of Canadian investors and Indigo Partners, a private equity firm specializing in the aviation industry, Enerjet, a licensed Canadian carrier, will be rebranded, expanded and transformed into an affordable air-travel choice for Canadians. Led by Tim Morgan, former CEO of WestJet, this Canadian ULCC plans to offer a simple,

ultra-low-cost fare structure and an extensive network of destinations across Canada and into the U.S. “We believe there are millions of Canadians who would jump at the chance to have a simple safe and affordable alternative to the sky-high costs of air travel,” said Morgan, who will serve as chief executive officer. “We are extremely pleased to have the backing of leading Canadian investors and our partners at Indigo. Together, this group has the financial capacity, experience and operating expertise to transform Enerjet into a world-class, ultra-low-cost airline that will bring increased choice and competition to the Canadian

market.” As a co-founder, former director and former chief operating officer at WestJet, Canada’s second-largest airline, Morgan has deep expertise and experience in the Canadian aviation market. “We believe we can significantly increase the size and competitiveness of Canada’s domestic and trans-border aviation market by offering an ultra low-cost alternative to the high cost of air travel,” said Bill Franke, Indigo’s managing partner. “Our goal is to be in the market by this time next year to help more Canadians visit family and friends over the holidays and for years to come.”

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Bell’s vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft. Photo: courtesy Bell.

Bell, formerly known as Bell Helicopter and a current Uber Elevate partner, has shared new details of its vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) air taxi vehicle. The company revealed the full-scale VTOL model at CES 2019 this month. The air taxi, named Bell Nexus, is powered by a hybridelectric propulsion system and features Bell’s signature-powered-lift concept incorporating six tilting ducted fans. “As space at the ground level becomes limited, we must solve transportation challenges in the vertical dimension—and that’s where Bell’s on-demand mobility vision takes hold,” said Mitch Snyder, president and CEO of Bell. “The industry has anticipated the reveal of our air taxi for some time, so Bell is very

proud of this moment. We believe the design, taken with our strategic approach to build this infrastructure, will lead to the successful deployment of the Bell Nexus to the world.” Team Nexus, consisting of Bell, Safran, EPS, Thales, Moog and Garmin, is collaborating on Bell’s VTOL aircraft and ondemand mobility solutions. Bell will lead the design, development and production of the VTOL systems. Safran will provide the hybrid propulsion and drive systems, EPS will provide the energy storage systems, Thales will provide the Flight Control Computer (FCC) hardware and software, Moog will develop the flight control actuation systems and Garmin will integrate the avionics and the vehicle management computer (VMC).

Jazz is one of the largest regional airlines in the world, serving 70 destinations in Canada and the United States, and providing customers with seamless connections to the worldwide networks of Air Canada and the Star Alliance under the brand name Air Canada Express (formerly Air Canada Jazz). With the most flights to the most communities in Canada, Jazz is the airline that brings together family, friends and business. Jazz offers a professional working environment and opportunities for individual career growth. • Canada’s Safest Employers 2017.

• Canada’s Top Employers for Young People 2018. • Canada’s Best Diversity Employers 2018. • And more! Jazz is an employment equity employer. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply. We are currently accepting resumes for the position of: Aircraft Tower (Permanent/Part-Time) Vancouver, BC Starting wage: $18.02 per hour (applicable only at this base) Key Responsibilities: • Towing aircraft and inspecting ground equipment; • Performing duties in accordance with established policies and procedures while giving primary consideration to personal safety, and the safety of co-workers, the safety of customers and the safety of company assets; • Other related duties as assigned.

Interior of the Bell Nexus, which could take to the skies in the mid2020s. Photo courtesy Bell.

Qualifications: • High School Graduation; • Valid driver’s license; • Demonstrated ability to operate ground vehicle equipment (300 pound weight restriction on some equipment); • Should not be afraid of heights; • Strong organizational skills; • Ability to work with little or no supervision. • Must be able to obtain and maintain a RAIC (restricted area identification card).

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Benefits: • Life Insurance • Long/Short Term disability • Health & Dental Care All qualified applicants must apply online at www.flyjazz.ca/careers in order to be considered for this position.

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View Star . . . . . . . . . . . . #3 Road & Capstan Way . . . . . . . . . . . . 604 285 9983

8 Tempo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7720 Alderbridge Way . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 604 276 8885 9 Laverna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5320 Granville Avenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 604 671 3968 10 The Grand Garden . . . . . 8185 Park Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 778 829 6802 11 Jasmine at the Gardens . #5 Road & Steveston Hwy. . . . . . . . . . . 604 271 3331 12 Cascade City . . . . . . . . . 7100 Elmbridge Way . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 604 285 7285 13 The Capstan . . . . . . . . . . 8911 Capstan Way . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 778 297 8887 SKYTRAIN CAMBIE LINE Reside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 688 SW Marine Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 604 325 8111 8888 Osler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SW Marine & Osler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 604 685 9988 Winona . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7638 Cambie Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 604 629 1515 Park House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 551 West 5th Avenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 604 620 7390 Winston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 989 West 67th Avenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 604 809 6233

As the City of Richmond advances completion of its Dike Master Plan, Richmond residents and interested parties are being encouraged to provide feedback on proposed upgrade concepts for phases 3 and 5. There are several ways to do so by Sunday, February 3, 2019. Richmond’s Flood Protection Management Strategy guides the City to raise its dikes by approximately 1.2 metres over the next 50 years to accommodate climate change-induced sea level rise and ground settling. Phases of the City’s Dike Master Plans identify dike upgrade options and recommendations for locations throughout the City. The City is currently seeking feedback on dike upgrade options in the following areas: Dike Master Plan Phase 3: South dike between No. 2 Road and Boundary Road Dike Master Plan Phase 5: Sea Island between the Sea Island Connector Bridge to the south end of 3800 Cessna Drive, Mitchell Island and Richmond Island There are several ways in which the community can learn more and share their

thoughts on the City’s flood protection plan. These include: Visiting LetsTalkRichmond.ca between Monday, January 14 and Sunday, February 3. There will be opportunities to view project information, ask questions, and complete an online survey. Attending a drop-in style open house with display boards and interactive opportunities with City staff to provide input. Open houses will take place on the following dates: Tuesday, January 15, 2019 from 2pm to 6pm at City Centre Community Centre, 5900 Minoru Blvd, Richmond Wednesday, January 23, 2019 from 5pm to 8pm at Richmond City Hall, 6911 No. 3 Road. Attending the display at the Smart Cities Ideas Fair at Kwantlen Polytechnic University, 8771 Lansdowne Road, on Thursday, January 17, 2019 from 2pm to 6pm. Feedback received through the Dike Master Plan – Phases 3 and 5 public consultation process will be analyzed and incorporated into the strategy for the Richmond City Council’s consideration.

City of Richmond orders removal of unsafe donation bins The City of Richmond has ordered removal or locking of unsafe donation bins located on public property, until safety issues can be addressed. The order was issued at the beginning of this month and bin operators had 24 hours to remove the bins. The bins that were ordered to be removed have a donation slot configuration that is deemed to be unsafe due to the possibility of people trying to access the interior of the bin becoming trapped. The move followed fatalities connected to donation bins in West Vancouver and Toronto. Any operators who were unable to remove the bins by the deadline had to ensure that the bins were or made safe until they could be removed at the soonest opportunity. The City of Richmond has advised organizations that this donation slot configuration will not be allowed in the future and any future permit applications will require a configuration that addresses this safety concern. Only registered charities can place donations bins on public property and a permit is required. The City of Richmond manages the placement and maintenance of donation bins on public property

through donation Bin Regulation Bylaw No. 9502. The bylaw sets standards for size and maintenance of the donation bins and provides the City with authority to have bins removed within 24 hours for safety or other reasons. Donation bins determined to have safe configuration will still be permitted. These includes bins that have small donation slot apertures and/or no moving parts. Some of the existing 24 bins on public property already met these criteria and did not need to be removed. Permits for new bins that meet these criteria will also be considered.

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Plastic engine parts While modern cars keep getting more reliable with many of the parts that once failed on a frequent basis no longer doing so, there is a new whole new group of part’s failures, thanks to plastic. Plastics have come a long way and because of their light weight, moldability, low cost and durability, they are used in many vehicle components. When comparing a 1960s vehicle to a 2018 model, the changes that have been made

under a vehicle’s hood are simply phenomenal. Under a sixties vehicle’s hood almost everything is metal, while under a new car’s hood approximately 40 to 50 per cent of the components are plastic. While plastic is very durable, it creates much of today’s repair and breakdown work. Some of the problems that occur are water pump impellers breaking, thermostat housings leaking, plastic pipes snapping and intake

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manifolds cracking. Frequently, there are metal replacement parts available, which are usually used if available. Which cars are prone to these concerns? A few that come to mind are VW, Audi, BMW and Jaguar water pumps; various Ford cars and trucks with plastic intake manifolds and plastic thermostat housings; and VW plastic thermostat housings. This is by no means an extensive list, there are

for the first time. The Adaptive Cruise Control option includes automatic distance control, stopand-go functionality, and an innovative Emergency Assist function. The 2020 911 Carrera S has a base MSRP of $129,100, while the 2020 911 Carrera 4S will be offered starting at $37,400, not including delivery, processing and handling fee. The models can be ordered now and are expected to reach dealers in summer 2019.

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overheat. The result of this overheating can be catastrophic to the engine. While the use of a plastic water pump impeller saves the

manufacturer weight, the part itself is so small and the cost of failure so high that this plastic part does not appear to a good trade-off for a vehicle owner.

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Stores Person (Vancouver) Purpose of Position: The Stores Person is a key member of the Maintenance department. Reporting to the Supervisor, Stores, the incumbent is responsible for maintaining aeronautical products, tooling and consumable stock, along with supporting the fleet with OTP (On Time Performance). Key Responsibilities:

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The turbocharged flat-six engine of the 911 Carrera S and 911 Carrera 4S now produces 443 horsepower—an increase of 23 hp over the previous models.

ment on the new Porsche 911. This function detects water on the road, preconditions the stability control and anti-lock brake systems accordingly, and warns the driver. A camera-based warning and brake assist system, also fitted as standard, detects the risk of collision with moving objects and initiates emergency braking if necessary. Night Vision Assist with a thermal imaging camera is optionally available for the 911

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2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S and 4S, more powerful and dynamic An eighth generation of the Porsche 911 is here. With an exterior that unmistakably reflects the Porsche design DNA, a more muscular look and a completely new interior layout, the new 911 is both timeless and modern. The exterior design has been revamped, with a body width that has been increased by 45 millimeters, making room for a wider front track. Correspondingly, the rear body width has increased to 1,852 millimetres, the width of the previous 911 Carrera 4 and 911 GTS models. The rear is dominated by the significantly wider, variable-position rear spoiler and the seamless, elegant light bar which is now a feature on both two- and four-wheel drive variants. A completely new interior is characterized by the clear and straight lines of the dashboard with recessed instruments. Porsche 911 models from the 1970s provided the inspiration here. Left and right of the centrally positioned tachometer, which is characteristic for Porsche, two thin, frameless, free-form displays provide the driver with information. The Powertrain control module (PCM) can be operated quickly and intuitively thanks to the new architecture. Located underneath the screen, a compact switch panel with five buttons provides direct access to key vehicle functions. As a world first, Porsche has developed the Wet Mode, which is included as standard equip-

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• Perform daily shipping, receiving, inspection, order processing and stocking of inventory; • Preparation and shipping of parts orders to outlying bases; • Coordinate delivery of AOG’s (Aircraft On Ground), including customs clearance of AOG parts after hours when required; • Issue inventory and assist in monitoring and maintaining inventory to appropriate levels; • Computer data entry of shipments, goods received, work orders etc; • Filing as required;

• Heavy lifting required; • Perform duties in accordance with established policies and procedures while giving primary consideration to personal safety, and the safety of co-workers and customers; • Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: • Must possess a valid driver’s license. • Must have High School Diploma or equivalent. • Must be able to obtain D/A (Driving Airside License) within 6 months of the employees start date. • Must be eligible for Restricted Area Pass. • Must successfully complete Dangerous Goods training. • Knowledge of aircraft parts preferred and knowledge of common hardware essential. • Basic computer and data entry skills required. • Effective work management, attention to details and time management skills are required. • Must have strong communication skills and the ability to interact with other departments, employees and

supervisors. • Training and/or experience in inventory management and purchasing an asset. • Bilingualism (English and French) is an asset.

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All qualified applicants must apply online at www.flyjazz.ca/careers in order to be considered for this position.

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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

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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) 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.

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RICHMOND HOTEL RESTAURANTS • Pacific Gateway Hotel 1500 Cessna Drive. (604) 278-1241 3 The Deck Kitchen+Bar at PGH Patio season is now in full swing at The Deck Kitchen + Bar where you can enjoy the closing days of Summer at Richmond’s brand-new patio dining experience. Developed from the ground up with a focus on the refined waterfront property, enjoy our unique twist on modern west coast favourites on the expansive 7,000 sqft patio at The Deck Kitchen + Bar. Our menu, social by nature, is designed to offer a variety of share plates perfect for casual conversation while taking in the scenic views. A hidden gem overlooking the waters of the Fraser River, The Deck Kitchen + Bar brings you the waterfront dining experience without the hassle of navigating downtown. Whether you’re scheduling your next corporate event or just enjoying an intimate evening out, book a table now to discover why The Deck Kitchen + Bar is Richmond’s best kept secret. Open 11am-midnight. Call to reserve (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,

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CrossWord ACROSS 1 Cat’s feet 5 An authority in Egypt 10 Sediment 14 Collections of anecdotes 15 Florentine iris 16 Threesome 17 Money that is given in expectation of profit 19 Stylistically creative 20 24 hours 21 Sword 22 The whole thing 24 Agitated irritation 25 Bound with grout 26 Act between parties 29 Abnormal involuntary movements 30 Brother of a parent 31 An assertation of a right 32 10 35 Make small marks into the surface of something 36 Compound leaf of a fern 37 Tree of the Philippine islands 38 Ox-like antelope 39 Genus of the alewife or shad 40 Devout 41 Genus of mallow plant 43 A rupture in smooth muscle tissue 44 Rowdy 46 Pretty 47 Less beautiful 48 A1 49 Boxers Frazier or Louis 52 Amount lent 53 Relevant historical information 56 Prefix indicating “Within” 57 Closer to the centre 58 Against 59 Whiskeys 60 Impoverished 61 12 inches.

DOWN 1 Made a payment 2 Actress ____ Paquin 3 Rippled 4 Direction between south and southeast 5 A deep-dish meat pie 6 A medieval helmet 7 An Algonquian people of North America 8 Ancient Hebrew unit of liquid measure 9 Orbiting boulder 10 Sculpture of a person 11 Annoyance 12 Metric unit of volume 13 Considered (an idea) 18 Feel 23 Average 24 A fabric made from silkworm cocoons 25 African country 26 Breathing organ 27 To be aware of a clandestine event (2 words) 28 Gather or hoard

29 Shut 31 Harvests 33 Pocketbook 34 Space agency 36 A container for holding flour (2 words) 37 Dreadful 39 Member of the lily family 40 One of Christ’s disciples 42 Anagram of “Casino” 43 Famished 44 Measuring stick 45 Extreme pain 46 Converted coal into coke 48 Skin disease 49 Queen of the gods (Roman mythology) 50 Upon 51 Assemble or modify written material 54 French for “Donkey” 55 Klutz.

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de Havilland 106 Comet The de Havilland DH 106 Comet was the world’s first commercial jet airliner. Developed and manufactured by de Havilland at its Hatfield Aerodrome in Hertfordshire, United Kingdom, the Comet 1 prototype first flew in 1949. It featured an aerodynamically clean design with four de Havilland Ghost turbojet engines buried in the wing roots, a pressurized cabin, and large square windows. For the era, it offered a relatively quiet, comfortable passenger cabin and was commercially promising at its debut in 1952.

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AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE ENGINEER (AME or TECHNICIAN) Are you looking to work for one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies? Do you enjoy working with a close team of supportive professionals? Do you want to commit to an organization with an outstanding record for safety and reliability? Are you searching for an employer who provides amazing perks, and works hard to provide a good work life balance and stability for its employees? If so, look no further!! Harbour Air Aerospace Services Ltd. is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Harbour Air Group of Companies. We proudly maintain the Harbour Air, Saltspring Air and Whistler Air fleet of aircraft in addition to a numerous aircraft for our valued 3rd party customers. WORK HOURS: LOCATIONS: TERMS: COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

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RESPONSIBILITIES • Maintain, repair and overhaul aircraft maintained by the AMO. • Carry out all tasks per our MCM/MPM. • Assist in training and coaching of Apprentice AME’s. • Carry out additional work as directed by PRM. QUALIFICATIONS/ASSETS • AME (M1) license, A&P, IA, EASA (B1 and/or B2), LAME, SACAA, or equivalent license/certification and the willingness to get the comparable Canadian license • Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments in a fast paced and safety sensitive environment. • Excellent communication skills, ability and desire to work in a team-based environment. • Committed to the four values of our company -Safety, Integrity, Customer Service and Team Spirit. • Ability to carry out physically demanding tasks at both water and land bases in all weather conditions. • Ability to work flexible schedules including: evenings, weekends, and holidays. • Asset: Piston and Turbine engine experience (R985 and PT6) • Asset: aircraft maintenance experience with DeHavilland DHC 2, DHC3(T), DHC 6, PC-12, Cessna 208, or similar aircraft type. • Asset: Ability to carry out sheet metal repairs. ABOUT HARBOUR AIR AEROSPACE SERVICES LTD. • Our Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO) was created almost 30 years ago and until recently went by the name Aeroflite International Services Ltd. It is recognized around the world as one of the leading authorities of the DeHavilland product. Department wide, our people have been working on and around aircraft for close to a millennium. We are extraordinarily proud of our Person Responsible for Maintenance (PRM) who was honoured in Wings magazine as one of the ‘Top 20 under 40’. ABOUT HARBOUR AIR GROUP • Launched in 1982, Harbour Air is North America’s largest seaplane airline. It flies more than 450,000 passengers annually, including commuters and tourists throughout coastal British Columbia. • Our people are the backbone of our organization and we are committed to creating a culture that inspires one another to achieve extraordinary success. We have regularly been honoured as the recipient of numerous awards including Canada’s Best Managed Companies, BC’s Top 55 Employers, and Canada’s 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures. APPLY NOW: Email your résumé and cover letter to jobs@harbourair.com quoting 18-40 AME.

Your Story: You have been told that you are great with people, you love helping others and, do so genuinely. Your ideal environment is interacting with others from the comfort of your own home. You are a natural communicator that will work to solve the issues of others and, can multitask using complex computer systems and don’t shy away from learning new technology. The Role(s) Overview: WestJet’s Service and Sales Agents are responsible for creating a remarkable experience for our guests through one-on-one telephone contact to arrange air travel on WestJet flights, and provide information for guests with varying needs. You are often the first point of contact for our guests and play an essential and crucial role as a WestJet brand ambassador. We want to make sure our guests enjoy their call with you, therefore, you are there to educate and help our Guests, while creating the experience our Guests have come to know and love about WestJet! WestJet is looking for talent for the following Service and Sales Agent position: Bilingual Shift Work - Our Contact Centre operations are 24/7/365 days a year and will require you to be flexible and available to work early mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays. Full-Time (40 hours per week) - 5 working days (8.5 hour shifts) with 2 days off. Responsibilities: Book air travel for internal and external guests, answer questions and provide general information about travel with WestJet. Provide post booking support, such as changing and cancelling reservations, using our reservation system. Effectively research and make decisions based on the information you have available to you, while balancing the needs of the guest with the needs of the business. Adhoc projects as assigned. Qualifications: • High School diploma. Must be able to communicate with an advanced level of written and spoken English and an additional language from the following list: Japanese Spanish Italian Cantonese French Portuguese Mandarin Punjabi Tagalog Korean Hindi • A combination of two years’ experience in a sales environment and/or customer service related capacity • Exceptional guest service skills and effective verbal and written communication skills. • You are smart, independent, self-motivated, empathetic, solutions focused, and passionate about supporting our guests. • A proven track record of punctuality and reliability. • Demonstrated strong computer skills with a minimum typing speed of 40 words per minute. • Intermediate to advanced proficiency with computers and experience working within a Windowsbased environment, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and instant messaging • Experience using the SabreSonic Reservation System is an asset • Ability to sit for long periods of time and handle high call volumes • Organizational fit for WestJet culture, supporting our Mission, Vision and Values Other important information: • All contact centre positions require 8 weeks (in office) training at the YVR training facility. • All computer hardware required for the role will be provided. • Our positions are in-home roles and we require our agents to have the following environment for their home office to be successful: • High speed internet and phone line (hardwired 25 Mbps download and 2.5 Mbps upload); • Safe, secure and distraction free room with an ergonomic set-up enabling you to sit for long periods of time. • Your home must be wired to provide a separate phone line for work purposes. • Your home must be located in an area that established broad-band internet providers are able to service. • You must be located within 1 hour distance commute of the Vancouver International Airport, 2100-5000 Miller Road, Richmond BC V7B 1K6 For more information on WestJet’s Perks, Profit Sharing, Travel Privileges and Benefit Plan and to apply, visit www.westjet.com/greatjobs. We would like to thank all applicants in advance for their interest in WestJet. We believe in enriching the lives of everyone in WestJet’s world and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. As owners, we believe in celebrating everyone’s unique skills, perspectives and experiences. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity and accessibility. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

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Air Canada rouge inaugurated its non-stop seasonal service to Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, Japan from YVR on May 1, 2015. This service will operate up to five times weekly between Vancouver and Osaka for the peak summer travel period of May-October. This new route is the only non-stop flight between KIX and a Canadian airport and will continue to bolster YVR’s current service to Japan. YVR offers the most capacity and frequency to Japan of any other airport in Canada. “Just in time for our busy summer travel season, we are thrilled that Air Canada rouge has chosen YVR to expand its international route network with non-stop flights to Osaka,” said Craig Richmond, president and CEO, Vancouver Airport Authority. “At YVR, we pride

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(L-R) Renee Smith-Valade (Air Canada), Seiji Okada (Consul General of Japan), Kevin Howlett (Air Canada), Craig Richmond (YVR) and Hon. Naomi Yamamoto (Province of B.C.) are pictured after cutting the ribbon celebrating Air Canada rouge’s inaugural flight to Osaka, Japan at YVR on May 1, 2015.

ourselves on being the North American gateway to the AsiaPacific region and this new service reinforces that and further strengthens our air connections to Asia.” Japan and British Columbia have a long and significant history of cultural and economic links. As the world’s third-larg-

est economy, Japan offers B.C. businesses many opportunities to increase exports by taking advantage of its high demand for energy resources, raw materials, seafood and international education. Air Canada rouge’s new service will generate approximately $7.2-million in Gross Domestic Product, $4.5-million

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Aeromexico, Mexico’s flag carrier, will begin new daily non-stop service between YVR and Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City on December 9, 2015. The airline will operate a Boeing 737-700 aircraft with seat capacity for 124 passengers including 12 in Class Premier, Aeromexico’s Business Class cabin. “Aeromexico’s decision to fly to YVR further strengthens our position as the gateway hub between Asia and the Americas,” said Craig Richmond, president and CEO, Vancouver Airport Authority. “The new service will give businesses more options to reach customers in Mexico and throughout Latin America.” The new service will add 160 jobs to the B.C. economy and $9.9-million in Gross Domestic Product, $3.4-million in taxes and $2.9-million in wages to the province.

It will also provide opportunities for B.C. businesses to reach new customers, suppliers and investors throughout Mexico and Latin America. “Air connections between Mexico and Canada are essential to the growing mobility of citizens between both countries; the new Aeromexico flight from Mexico City to Vancouver will foster tourism, business and student travel in both directions,” said Claudia Franco Hijuelos, Consul General of Mexico in Vancouver. “Furthermore, competitive prices will enable Mexico’s global airline to tap

into growing demand.” Aeromexico offers connectivity to 45 destinations within Mexico and 16 destinations in Latin America. Flight AM696 will leave MEX daily at 6pm, arriving at YVR at 10:05pm the same day. Flight AM697 will leave YVR at 11:20pm, arriving at MEX at 7am the following day. The arrival time at YVR allows for convenient connections onward to Asian markets. Tickets for the new Aeromexico service are already on sale. For booking information visit aeromexico. com.

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in wages to the B.C. economy and an additional 123 jobs at YVR and B.C.’s hotel, restaurants and tourist attractions. “Increasing air connections is a key part of the BC Jobs Plan and helps cement our province’s position as Canada’s Asia-Pacific Gateway,” said the Honourable Naomi Yamamoto,

Minister of State for Tourism and Small Business, Province of British Columbia. “Japan is an important tourism market for our province and the addition of non-stop YVROsaka flights will give travellers even more options to visit SuperNatural BC.” See YVR-OSAKA page 3

Record-setting sixth Skytrax Best Airport win

Skytrak Thank You Friday was a celebration of YVR’s sixth consecutive year of maintaining its #1 ranking as Best Airport in North America.

Last Month, YVR celebrated its record-setting sixth consecutive Skytrax win for Best Airport in North America with an in-terminal thank-you celebration. YVR team members, with the help of 55 employees from 11 organizations handed out 3,000 chocolate airplane lollipops, 2,500 YVR chocolates, 3,000 YVR lollipops and thousands of thank-you postcards to

YVR employees, passengers, partners and community members. Thank-you squads were deployed airside and in-terminal. The airplane lollipops, all of which were distributed by lunchtime, proved to be a hot commodity. The Airport Authority expressed thanks to everyone who participated in the celebration and to the 24,000 people who work and volunteer at YVR.

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