Securing non-stop service to Edmonton has been a top priority for the Nanaimo Airport team for several years. Unfortunately the dropping oil prices have created a new priority for one of our Airline partners.
WestJet has made the difficult decision to redeploy a number of their Q400 aircraft from Western Canada to more robust markets during this economic downturn. A number of cities in several western provinces are affected by route cancellations and frequency reductions. The newly launched Nanaimo to Edmonton service will be suspended as of March 5.
With only a few months of service in non-peak travel months, we’re realistic we will need residents’ help to demonstrate the real potential for the route.
As our last month of service is during February, we have kicked off the “Show Your Love” campaign, created to encourage Central Island Residents to share the strong connection and commitment they have to Edmonton and why this route is important.
Unfourtunately our last flight was on March 4th, 2016 – CLICK HERE to view the video and please keep “Showing your Love” below to ensure when the economy picks up, YCD-YEG is one of the first routes to be considered for reinstatement.
We’re asking Central Island Residents to “Show Your Love”, and participate in the campaign
Residents can express their “love” in a number of ways:
Fill out the form below and share a personal story and connection as why travel to Edmonton is important to you.
If you were thinking of travelling to Edmonton, accelerate your travel plans, and book a trip using the service before the March 5 suspension.
Planning your trip is easy. Two great resources:
Tourism Edmonton for all the latest events and must do activities http://exploreedmonton.com/
The collection of personal information is voluntary, feel free to submit your story anonymously. If you do provide us with your personal information, you consent to the use of your personal information in accordance with our privacy statement. The Commission will not disclose any personal information to any third party, except as required by law or as is necessary to fulfill your request. View our full policy at http://www.nanaimoairport.com/media/privacy-policy