WestJet adds Edmonton-Iceland non-stop flights for 2026
WestJet announces new weekly non-stop service between Edmonton and Reykjavik starting summer 2026, marking the airline's first direct connection to Iceland from Alberta.
WestJet announces new weekly non-stop service between Edmonton and Reykjavik starting summer 2026, marking the airline's first direct connection to Iceland from Alberta.
Scotiabank will pay nearly $34,000 after Consumer Protection B.C. found the bank harassed a client with over 100 collection calls. Learn your rights against debt collection harassment.
A British Columbia regulator resolves complaint after Scotiabank made over 100 contacts with a debtor. Learn about the resolution and banking regulations.
WestJet announces the return of direct flights between London, Ontario and Winnipeg starting spring 2026, reconnecting two Canadian cities after service hiatus. Book your travel now!
National non-profit Motionball urges Canadians to adopt inclusive language when referring to people with intellectual disabilities, promoting dignity and respect.
Police complaints in British Columbia increased by 32% last year, while serious harm investigations dropped significantly. Learn about the changing landscape of police oversight in B.C.
B.C. Ombudsperson Jay Chalke reveals significant increase in crisis-driven complaints amid growing public service challenges. Learn about the emerging trends and concerns.
WestJet's CEO told a parliamentary committee the airline received 200 disability complaints in 2023, calling each case 'unacceptable' and vowing improvements for accessible air travel in Canada.
Edmonton International Airport will welcome direct WestJet flights to Iceland starting summer 2026, marking a significant expansion in transatlantic travel options for Alberta travelers.
WestJet reveals new transatlantic service from Halifax Stanfield to three European destinations and one U.S. city, boosting Nova Scotia's international connectivity. Discover the new routes and travel options.
WestJet's 250-pound power wheelchair weight restriction is preventing Canadians with disabilities from flying. Advocates demand policy changes for accessible air travel.
Windsor clarifies bylaw rules, permitting Street Help to continue using portable wheelchair ramp after initial confusion over legality. Accessibility prevails.
Windsor's Street Help can continue using their portable wheelchair ramp after city officials clarified bylaw rules. The organization had been told the ramp was illegal.
BC's recent change to the spousal cap rule for disability support falls short of promised reform, leaving thousands of disabled individuals trapped in poverty and difficult relationships.
An Ottawa family was refused service at a Saint-Jérôme Comfort Inn due to a service dog. The incident highlights ongoing accessibility challenges in Canada. Learn more about your rights.
Alice Wong, a pioneering disability rights activist and author, has passed away at age 51. Her legacy of advocacy and the Disability Visibility Project continues to inspire.
Unifor alleges WestJet is transferring 400 Calgary call centre jobs to El Salvador, with remaining 800 at risk. Union calls it betrayal of Canadian workers.
A WestJet flight experienced an in-flight engine issue, forcing an emergency diversion to Regina. All passengers safe following precautionary landing.
Ontario's ombudsman reports significant increase in patient complaints about healthcare services. Learn about the concerns and what it means for healthcare access.
Lily's Dream skating initiative transforms lives for Cape Breton students living with disabilities. Discover how this innovative program promotes inclusion and physical activity.
A West Island woman living with POTS finds freedom and independence through her life-changing service dog, Rowan. Discover how this remarkable partnership is rewriting the rules of living with invisible disabilities.
UPAC, Quebec's anti-corruption police force, reports significant increase in tips and complaints amid growing public awareness and new reporting mechanisms.
New Brunswick launches comprehensive strategy to create barrier-free province by addressing physical, digital, and social accessibility challenges through multi-year action plan.
As WestJet flight attendants negotiate a new labor agreement, Canadian travelers face potential disruptions. Learn how these talks could impact your summer travel plans and what rights passengers have during labor disputes.
A first-year student at Saint Mary's University is transforming athletic participation barriers into opportunities for inclusion, creating waves across Canadian university sports programs.
A Calgary man's ordinary day turned extraordinary when he discovered he'd won $36 million in the Lotto 6-49 draw. Discover his incredible reaction and future plans in this exclusive story.
A specially-adapted hockey team for players with disabilities in Colwood, BC faces devastating equipment theft just before their season, leaving athletes heartbroken and the community rallying to help.
Discover how Calgary's Neuromotor Resource Expo is transforming lives by connecting cerebral palsy families with cutting-edge therapies, support networks, and community resources in one powerful event.
A Quebec court has reversed the injunction that shut down Montreal's iconic La Tulipe concert venue, allowing the cultural landmark to resume operations following neighborhood noise complaints.
Canada's Auditor General sounds the alarm on CRA's troubling performance, revealing systemic issues affecting taxpayer services and fairness. Discover the critical findings that every Canadian should know.