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For aviation and community updates, partnering highlights, to our latest innovative initiative, this is the place to find out what’s happening at YEG.

Photo of Leduc County Firehall Groundbreaking Ceremony
May 24, 2023 | Partner News Releases

Construction underway for Nisku District South Fire Station

Français Construction underway for Nisku District South Fire Station May 24, 2023 — This afternoon, Leduc County and Edmonton International Airport (YEG) celebrated the future of fire services at a groundbreaking ceremony for a new fire station that will support...

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Verified Traveller/Voyageur vérifié
May 23, 2023 | Partner News Releases

Minister of Transport announces new Verified Traveller program to improve the security screening experience for eligible travellers

Français Minister of Transport announces new Verified Traveller program to improve the security screening experience for eligible travellers May 23, 2023 (Toronto, Transport Canada) – The air sector plays a crucial role in connecting Canadians across the country and to...

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Photo of a mic
April 3, 2023 | YEG News Releases

Edmonton International Airport launches new live music program

Français Edmonton International Airport launches new live music program YEG Stage is open for performers’ submissions! April 3, 2023 (Edmonton, AB) – Edmonton International Airport (YEG) is a gathering place, a launch point and a safe space for everyone who...

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New 40-Foot-Tall Wolverine Statue
April 1, 2023 | Blog

New 140-Foot-Tall Wolverine Statue

Français YEG Airport Unveils Unique 140-Foot-Tall Wolverine Statue Made of Locally-Grown Hemp and the World’s Largest Apiary EDMONTON, AB – YEG proudly announces the newest addition to its collection of public art installations: a magnificent 140-foot-tall Wolverine statue! This stunning...

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ArriveCAN
March 22, 2023 | Partner News Releases

Advance Declaration now available at Edmonton International Airport

Français Advance Declaration now available at Edmonton International Airport Travellers can submit customs declaration in advance and save time at the airport Edmonton, Alberta, March 22, 2023 – The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is exploring safe, secure and innovative...

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NEXUS graphic
March 20, 2023 | Partner News Releases

CBSA to reopen all NEXUS airport enrolment centres

Français CBSA to reopen all NEXUS airport enrolment centres Ottawa, Ontario, March 20, 2023 – The CBSA and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) are delivering on their commitment to reopen all NEXUS enrolment centres in Canadian airports by Spring 2023....

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Photos of planes parked in front of YEG tower
February 21, 2023 | Partner News Releases

Alstef Group chosen as preferred partner for Edmonton International Airport (YEG) baggage system modernization programme

Alstef Group chosen as preferred partner for Edmonton International Airport (YEG) baggage system modernization programme Français In late 2021, Edmonton International Airport (YEG) released a Request for Proposal (RFP) for their Baggage System Modernization project. The RFP process aimed to...

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A photo of a Porter Airline plane flying in the clouds.
February 14, 2023 | Partner News Releases

Porter Airlines service begins between Edmonton and Toronto Pearson

Français TORONTO / February 14, 2023 – Porter Airlines is launching its first flights between Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Edmonton International Airport (YEG). Edmonton is the first destination in Alberta to be added to the airline’s network. Flights...

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Photo of a Westjet plane
February 13, 2023 | Partner News Releases

WestJet announces largest network expansion from Edmonton in airline’s history with launch of new U.S. routes and enhanced domestic connectivity

New transborder routes connecting Edmonton with Minneapolis and Seattle along with increased access across Canada underpins continued expansion of Alberta’s global aviation network Français EDMONTON, AB – February 13, 2023 – WestJet today revealed significantly increased transborder connectivity from Edmonton...

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22 in Review
February 2, 2023 | Blog

Top 22 of ‘22

Top 22 of ‘22 – A Visual Journey of the Past Year at Edmonton International Airport (YEG)  Français

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