Archived Newsletters

July 2025
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WestJet & Scandinavian Airlines System (SAS)

WestJet has announced a new interline partnership agreement that enhances seamless connectivity across the Atlantic and throughout the Nordic countries. WestJet guests will gain single-ticket access to 29 destinations across Denmark, Sweden and Norway including key cities such as Copenhagen, Oslo, Stockholm, Gothenburg, Luleå and Malmö.

This interline agreement is the first phase of co-operation between the airlines, which intend to expand the partnership to codeshare in the coming months.

The agreement enables convenient connections through SAS’ non-stop service between Toronto Pearson (YYZ) and its global hub in Copenhagen (CPH), offering a direct link into Denmark, and beyond. In addition to Toronto Pearson, the agreement will enable WestJet guests to connect with SAS’ network through London Heathrow, Paris, Dublin, Amsterdam, Reykjavik and other European gateways.

Both airlines will have bookings for sale for itineraries that connect both WestJet and SAS flights, with the convenience of single point check-in and through-checked baggage.
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Update on Canadian Air Carriers to the USA

As of June 2025, here’s a quick overview of the changes made by Canadian air carriers on select routes to the USA. Be sure to connect with your Uniglobe Travel Advisor to explore all available flight options, as airlines have also introduced new destinations and updated schedules.

 

Air Canada

Montréal to San Francisco: reduced from two daily flights to one

Montréal to Miami: reduced from 14 to 12 weekly flights

Montréal to New York LaGuardia: now 48 flights weekly instead of 49 

Montréal to Orlando: trimmed from 21 weekly flights to 18 

Vancouver to Miami: reduced from four to three flights per week

Vancouver to Washington Dulles: planned summer service cancelled entirely

Toronto to Washington Dulles: reduced from 14 to 10 weekly flights

 

WestJet

Vancouver to Austin: route cancelled before launch

Calgary to New York JFK: reduced from six to five weekly flights

Vancouver to Orlando: reduced to just one weekly flight

Edmonton to Orlando: cancelled outright

Kelowna to Seattle: suspended for summer

Winnipeg to Las Vegas and Los Angeles: suspended for July and August

 

Porter Airlines

Toronto to San Diego: route ended June 25

Montréal to Las Vegas: planned winter route cancelled before launch

Targeted reductions to Boston, Newark, and Washington D.C.

 

 
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The Canadian government, specifically the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA), advises travellers to be cautious about charging devices at public USB charging stations in airports. These stations, while convenient, can be compromised by malicious software (malware) that could be transferred to your device, potentially accessing your data. 

Here's a breakdown of the warnings and recommendations:

Risks of Public USB Charging Stations:

Malware Installation:

Hackers can load malware onto public USB charging stations. When you plug your device in, the malware can be transferred, giving them access to your device's data.

Juice Jacking:

This is the term used for this type of attack, where the charging station is rigged to steal data or install malicious software. 

Recommendations:

  • Use your own charger and power adapter: Plug directly into a wall socket or use a personal power bank. 
  • Avoid public USB charging stations: If you must charge, use a wall outlet or your own power bank. 
  • Be aware of enhanced screening: If selected for enhanced screening at airport security, you may be asked to power on your devices. Ensure your devices are charged and cases are easily removable. 
  • Keep devices charged: Ensure your devices are adequately charged before travelling to avoid the need for public charging stations. 

Additional Cybersecurity Tips for Travel: