Air Canada will see a management change, and I don’t think many people will be sad to hear that.
The announcement notes that “work has been underway for more than two years on a comprehensive internal development program for high potential executives.” An external global search was also commenced in January 2026, to identify potential additional candidates with skills and experience to lead the airline.
News of this “retirement” comes after the recent Air Canada Jazz accident at New York LaGuardia (LGA), where a big focus became the CEO’s lack of French. That might not seem like a big deal to some. However:
A great solo travel tip spotted this week on One Mile at a Time.


