Statement from Massimo Bergamini, President and CEO of the National Airlines Council of Canada (NACC) on NAV CANADA’s Proposed Service-Charge Reductions
Ottawa, June 2, 2017 – “Our organization and its members commend NAV CANADA for its proposal of May 30, 2017 to lower the rates it charges airline customers by an average of 3.9 per cent. As Canada’s not-for-profit civil air navigation services provider, NAV CANADA is a world leader in the provision of safe, efficient […]
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Statement from the National Airlines Council of Canada on the Tabling of the Transportation Modernization Act
Statement from Massimo Bergamini, President and CEO of the National Airlines Council of Canada, on the tabling today of the Transportation Modernization Act by the Minister of Transport Ottawa, May 16, 2017 — “Our organization and members share and support Minister Garneau’s commitment to ensuring that all air passengers have the best air travel experience […]
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STATEMENT FROM THE NATIONAL AIRLINES COUNCIL OF CANADA ON TODAY’S FEDERAL BUDGET
Ottawa, March 22, 2017 – Statement from Massimo Bergamini, President and CEO of the National Airlines Council of Canada (NACC) following the tabling today of the federal budget. “While the budget does bring the promise of some relief for air travellers by investing a larger chunk of passenger-generated revenue back into security screening, it is […]
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National Airlines Council of Canada Announces New President and CEO
Ottawa, November 14, 2016 – The National Airlines Council of Canada (NACC), the trade association representing Canada’s largest air carriers, today announced the appointment of Mr. Massimo Bergamini as its new President and CEO, effective December 5, 2016. “We are very pleased to have Massimo Bergamini join the NACC team, bringing with him extensive public […]
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NACC Urges More Government Action on Cost Structure – Canada’s airlines committed to further dialogue
November 3, 2016, Ottawa – The National Airlines Council of Canada (NACC), the trade association representing Canada’s largest air carriers, said today it looks forward to working with the Federal Government as it develops its Transportation 2030 plan. In particular, the NACC carriers will urge the government to address the pressing issue of Canada’s high […]
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NACC Applauds Passage of Historic International Aviation Climate Change Agreement
OTTAWA, ON, October 6, 2016 – The National Airlines Council of Canada (NACC), the trade association representing Canada’s largest passenger air carriers, applauds the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) for reaching an agreement to implement a global carbon offset system and commends the Government of Canada for its role in reaching the accord. The agreement […]
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Aviation Sector Applauds Government of Canada Decision to Lift Visa Requirements for Mexican Travellers
Ottawa, June 28, 2016 – The National Airlines Council of Canada (NACC) and the Canadian Airports Council (CAC) welcome today’s announcement by the Government of Canada to lift visa requirements for citizens of Mexico effective December 1, 2016. The decision to use the upcoming electronic travel authorization (eTA) for Mexican travellers will further expand economic […]
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NACC Airlines Welcome Government’s Commitment to Educate Drone Operators
OTTAWA, June 13, 2016 − The National Airlines Council of Canada (NACC), the trade association representing Canada’s largest air carriers, supports the Government of Canada’s continued commitment to educating drone operators and keeping our skies safe. “We welcome the government’s initiative and recognition of the need to address the growing hazard that Unmanned Air Vehicles […]
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NACC Celebrates Canada Aviation Day
OTTAWA, February 23, 2016 – Today, the National Airlines Council of Canada (NACC) celebrates 106 years of Canadian aviation. “The NACC is pleased to celebrate the 106th anniversary of Canadian aviation. Canada has played an important role in aviation and we honour the pioneers who opened the skies to connect people and move goods safely […]
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National Airlines Council of Canada Announces 2016 Scholarship Program
OTTAWA, November 5, 2015 – The National Airlines Council of Canada (NACC), the trade association representing Canada’s largest passenger air carriers, announced its 2016 Scholarship Program to help college and university students in Canada pursuing studies relating to airline operations or management, avionics and aircraft maintenance. “The NACC strongly believes in the importance of fostering […]
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The National Airlines Council of Canada Welcomes New Minister of Transport, Federal Cabinet
OTTAWA, November 4, 2015 – The National Airlines Council of Canada (NACC), the trade association representing Canada’s largest passenger air carriers, congratulates the Honourable Marc Garneau on his appointment today as Minister of Transport. “We look forward to continuing the positive and constructive relationship we have developed with Transport Canada and are eager to work […]
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Thunder Bay Businesses Discuss the Importance of Aviation to the Economic Vitality of the Region
THUNDER BAY, ON, October 29, 2015 – Today, at a roundtable jointly hosted by the Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce, the Thunder Bay International Airport and the National Airlines Council of Canada, business and community leaders met to discuss air transportation’s role in driving jobs, tourism, economic growth and investment across the Thunder Bay region and beyond. […]
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