Winnipeg Airports Authority News

You are invited to welcome home Olympic Gold Medal Winner Jon Montgomery when he touches down at Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport Friday, March 12th
March 10, 2010
Winnipeg Airports Authority Inc. invites airport employees and the community to come to the airport and welcome home Jon Montgomery, winner of gold in men’s skeleton.

February 25th is Manitoba Day at Vancouver Winter Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games and we’re planning to wear our support
February 23, 2010
Winnipeg Airports Authority Inc. encourages employees and travelers to wear their Olympic wear on Thursday, February 25th. In support of Manitoba Day at Vancouver Winter Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games!

2009 Fourth Quarter Results (Unaudited)
January 27, 2010
“The economic downturn has had a dramatic impact on airlines as well as travel patterns throughout the world. With airlines cutting capacity, there are fewer seats available for travelers in the Winnipeg market,” said Barry Rempel, President and CEO of Winnipeg Airports Authority. “In response, we were able to implement cost-constraint measures and increase other campus revenue which positively impacted our bottom line, ensuring our corporation’s continued financial stability.”

YWG 2009 Economic Impact Study
January 19, 2010
Study confirms Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport activities generate 9,727 jobs, $827 million in gross domestic product (GDP) $1,892 million in economic output and $493 million in wages

Iceland Express to connect Manitoba to Europe next summer
December 23, 2009
Iceland Express will start flying between Iceland and Winnipeg next summer. The airline will fly twice a week from the beginning of June on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

Winnipeg Airports Authority Inc. Proud Partner of Hunger for Hope Because No Child Should Go To Bed Hungry
December 21, 2009
Winnipeg Airports Authority Inc. is proud to partner with Corus Radio in Hunger for Hope, an initiative aimed at ending child hunger in Manitoba.

GO Travel Launches Low Cost Transatlantic Flights Between Winnipeg and London (GB) Gatwick
December 04, 2009
Canada's leading direct-sell tour operator, today announced the addition of low-cost, scheduled transatlantic air service from Winnipeg. Beginning June 12th through October 2nd, 2010, Manitobans can fly direct to London Gatwick with GO Travel Flights.

Winnipeg Airports Authority Inc. secures $300 million in bond financing for Airport Redevelopment Program
November 20, 2009
Winnipeg Airports Authority Inc. announced today the closing of a $300 million privately-placed bond issue for financing of the Airport Redevelopment Program.

Winnipeg Airports Authority (WAA) recognized as one of Manitoba's Top 25 Employers for 2010
November 02, 2009
Winnipeg Airports Authority is honoured to be recognized as one of Manitoba’s Top 25 employers for 2010.

2009 - Third Quarter Results
October 30, 2009
Passenger traffic levels at Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport for the third quarter were down 5.9%, reflecting the impact of general economic conditions on travel to and from the region.

Winnipeg Airports Authority (WAA) Takes Off with Two Million Construction Hours on Airport Site Redevelopment
October 15, 2009
The redevelopment of Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport has passed two million construction hours, with approximately 500 workers now employed throughout the site on a daily basis.

Winnipeg Airports Authority (WAA) Commends the Governments of Canada and Manitoba on New Measures to Attract Investment and Boost Trade
October 09, 2009
Winnipeg Airports Authority Inc. commends the Governments of Canada and Manitoba on new measures announced today.

Airport firefighters hold Airport Fire Captain for the Day Contest in association with Fire Prevention Week
October 01, 2009
Winnipeg Airports Authority firefighters are holding a contest where two winners will be chosen to be Airport Fire Captain for the Day.

CentrePort Canada Inc. announces founding President and Chief Executive Officer
September 17, 2009
On behalf of the Board of Directors of CentrePort Canada Inc, Mr. Kerry Hawkins, Chair of the Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Diane Gray as Founding President and Chief Executive Officer effective November 9th, 2009.

Greyhound Relocates to New Facility in Winnipeg
August 13, 2009
Greyhound will move to a new location in Winnipeg on Saturday, Aug. 15. Greyhound customers can enjoy the brand new surroundings at the Greyhound terminal, located at 2015 Wellington Ave. on the Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport campus.

First Place for Special Events in Airports Council International (ACI) 2009 Excellence in Marketing and Communications Contest
August 07, 2009
Winnipeg Airports Authority Inc (WAA) was awarded first place in the category of Special Events by Airports Council International (ACI) 2009 Excellence in Marketing and Communications Contest.

Follow the BLUE LINE to Parking
July 31, 2009
Winnipeg Airports Authority (WAA) launched “Follow the Blue Line to Parking” campaign to assist airport visitors during final airport campus roadwork.

2009 - Second Quarter Results
July 23, 2009
Winnipeg Airports Authority remains diligent in addressing customer needs within the context of today’s global economic environment.

Winnipeg Airports Authority Inc. Names Concession for New Air Terminal Building
July 07, 2009
Winnipeg Airports Authority Inc. (WAA) is pleased to name concessions who will operate in the new air terminal building under construction at Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport.

Manitoba's Bothwell Cheese takes off at Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport
June 08, 2009
Bothwell Cheese is opening its first Winnipeg store at Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport.