Air Canada Announces Regional Network Adjustments
Air Canada has announced updates to its regional network, featuring the introduction of new routes and increased flight frequencies on select services. Starting December 15, 2025, the airline will launch new flights connecting Ottawa to both Fredericton and Moncton. Additionally, non-stop flights between Vancouver and Fort McMurray will commence on December 2, 2025. Furthermore, Air Canada will enhance the number of flights from Toronto to Sudbury beginning February 1, 2026. All flights will be operated by Air Canada Express Q400 aircraft and are now available for booking through aircanada.com, Air Canada Contact Centres, and travel agents.
“Air Canada is diversifying its domestic regional network this fall to capitalize on travel demand in growing markets. Our newest Ottawa routes will connect the National Capital Region to two expanding areas in New Brunswick – its capital city, Fredericton, and Moncton, the province’s largest urban and fastest growing area. We have strategically designed these New Brunswick flights to connect in Ottawa to and from our domestic and sun network for additional travel choices,” said Mark Galardo, Executive Vice President & Chief Commercial Officer, and President, Cargo at Air Canada.
“The addition of non-stop flights from Fort McMurray to Vancouver, and more flights from Sudbury to Toronto will link these airports directly to our Vancouver and Toronto hubs, bringing corporate travellers a multitude of connecting options throughout our global network,” concluded Mr. Galardo.
As part of these changes, Air Canada will suspend operations to Bathurst and North Bay effective January 30, 2026 due to commercial viability. The airline will implement these suspensions in accordance with its obligations under the Canada Transportation Act.
This winter, Air Canada will operate over 500 daily flights to 49 destinations across Canada, providing approximately 60,000 seats each day.
Flight Schedule
| Flight | From | To | Depart | Arrive | Days of Operation | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC2548 | Ottawa (YOW) | Fredericton (YFC) | 15:40 | 18:10 | Daily | Year-round, begins Dec. 15 |
| AC2549 | Fredericton (YFC) | Ottawa (YOW) | 16:15 | 17:00 | Daily | Year-round, begins Dec. 15 |
| AC7890 | Ottawa (YOW) | Moncton (YQM) | 17:55 | 20:40 | Daily | Year-round, begins Dec. 15 |
| AC7891 | Moncton (YQM) | Ottawa (YOW) | 05:50 | 07:00 | Daily | Year-round, begins Dec. 16 |
| AC7790 | Vancouver (YVR) | Fort McMurray (YMM) | 15:10 | 18:31 | Tue, Wed, Thu | Year-round, begins Dec. 2 |
| AC7791 | Fort McMurray (YMM) | Vancouver (YVR) | 19:10 | 20:47 | Tue, Wed, Thu | Year-round, begins Dec. 2 |
Capacity Increase
| Route | Increase Compared to Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Sudbury (YSB) to Toronto (YYZ) | Seat capacity increases 50%; flights increase from 2 to 3 daily flights, year-round, effective Feb. 1, 2026 |
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