Air Canada Expanding Services from YVR

As travel measures ease and more people consider their next trip from YVR, Air Canada announced an impressive roster of new flights and the return of familiar favourites across North America and Europe.

Flights include new nonstop service to Austin and Halifax. Air Canada is also restoring service to Anchorage, Boston, Quebec City, Sacramento and Yellowknife, as well as Dublin, Frankfurt and Zurich.

This is great new for international visitors planning a trip to the Thompson Okanagan through YVR Airport.

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Improvements Coming to BC Parks Digital Services | Share Your Feedback

BC Parks is inviting British Columbians to participate in the redesign of its digital services since the journey for many people seeking outdoor experiences begins online. Feedback can be shared through the new test site at Beta.BCParks.ca.

People can participate in the redesign to create a more user-friendly and inclusive online experience through BCParks.ca.

The new BC Parks test site is live and provides a glimpse into the design work and improvements being made. New content and features will be added to the site during the coming months. People can also sign up to join future focus groups to help inform the future of all BC Parks digital products and services.

A key feature of the redesign is to improve the online reservation system with expanded features. Opening March 21, 2022, the new reservation service will be available through the BC Parks website and will include key features such as:

• more flexible search options to find and book a campsite;

• maps, calendars and lists of available sites for quicker navigation;

• saved booking preferences and locations within customer accounts; and

• as many as five large photos per campsite.

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YLW Receives Millions in Federal Funding for Infrastructure Projects & Operations

Kelowna International Airport is receiving over $18 million in funding for key infrastructure projects and operational support from Transport Canada’s Airport Critical Infrastructure Program, including:

• Combined Operations Building

• Airport Terminal Building Roof Replacement

• Airport Biosecurity Infrastructure

• Runway End Safety Area

• Airfield Lighting and Support Infrastructure

Along with the announcement for the critical infrastructure projects, the Government of Canada is also providing more than $3 million from Transport Canada’s Airport Relief Fund. This will provide funding to maintain continued airport operations and essential air services for residents and workers in Kelowna and surrounding communities.

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YLW welcomes Lynx Air to Kelowna

Lynx Air (Lynx) will begin service for YLW Kelowna International Airport in April 2022 with non-stop service to Calgary and Vancouver twice a week on a fleet of brand-new Boeing 737 aircraft.

Lynx launched in November 2021 with the ultra low-cost carrier model which has revolutionized air travel across Europe and the United States by offering low fares, flexibility, and choice. The airline has selected Calgary as its headquarters. Lynx announced the launch of its booking website, with tickets going on sale for flights to the airline’s first five destinations: Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Kelowna, and Winnipeg.

An affordable airline like Lynx will open doors for travellers looking to explore our beautiful region and increase travel opportunities for the Okanagan community. Special launch fares are offered from $39 one-way (limited time).

By May, Lynx will be operating 76 flights per week and will continue to add destinations and routes in the summer.

Lynx will compete directly with Flair Airlines and Swoop in the ultra-low-fare market, giving travellers three low-cost options out of Kelowna. Alaska Airlines recently announced they will be doubling the number of flights from Kelowna to Seattle starting in March 2022.

Flights are now available for booking at FlyLynx.com →