More bad news today for customers of embattled airline carrier Sunwing. The information on the latest round of cancellations comes via numerous social media posts from travel agents across the province. Passengers affected by cancellations in December were forced to rebook flights – those rebooked flights are now cancelled. One caveat on the cancelation is […]
As of last night, Sunwing Airline announced that it has canceled the majority of its flights in western Canada that were departing to the south. Only a few flights remain operational. “A number of their flights have been canceled out of places like Regina but also other bases in western Canada. So, we’re strongly encouraging […]
Its been a tough few years for the air travel industry. COVID, shutdowns, borders being closed, all contributing to a huge decline in air travel. You have probably seen in the last few months, as the restrictions have been stripped away, passengers are flying in droves. That is also causing a few problems at major […]
The federal government is easing travel restrictions for Canadians looking to go abroad for holidays. the change is one that is being welcomed by the Regina airport authority. Airport CEO James Bogusz says the change is great for the airport – but also the city. “This is a great day, not just for the airport, […]
The federal government announced Wednesday those travelling commercially by water, rail or air over the age of 12 will soon need to show proof of vaccination with no option for negative test results. Regina Airport Authority President and CEO James Bogusz says this policy also includes travel within Canada. “Right now, most of the vaccination […]
Provincial restrictions on indoor mask use being lifted are a sign of a return to normal for the YQR International Airport. President and CEO of the Regina Airport Authority James Bogusz says masks are no longer required in the lobby, near the baggage claim, and while you’re waiting for a flight. “However, there are still […]
Regina’s Executive Committee decided to extend YQR International Airport’s tax exemption, with the aim of attracting a direct U.S. flight. Regina Airport Authority CEO James Bogusz says they were in the process of re-establishing a non-stop flight to the States, but the pandemic put that on hold. “Unfortunately, as it relates to the pandemic, the […]
The YQR International Airport is pleased to receive 2.6 million from the federal government as part of the Airport Relief Fund. Airport authority President and CEO James Bogusz says he hopes this funding is a start of more to come. “This grant is designed to help offset some of the costs incurred from borrowing — […]
The Regina airport faced its fair share of difficulties during 2020. The Regina Airport Authority released its 2020 annual report Wednesday which shows a growing debt level and increasing requests for financial support from the federal government. James Bogusz, president and CEO of the Regina Airport Authority, admitted during the airport’s virtual event that their […]
