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Air Canada has announced a series of changes to its regional network, introducing new services and expanding capacity in key domestic markets. New routes have been announced from Ottawa (YOW) to New Brunswick, and from Vancouver (YVR) to Northern Alberta. These new routes are designed to integrate with Air Canada’s broader domestic and sun destination network through Ottawa, enabling passengers from New Brunswick to benefit from expanded connections across Canada and to leisure destinations in the U.S., Mexico, and the Caribbean.
New Air Canada Routes from Ottawa and Vancouver
Beginning December 15, 2025, Air Canada will launch two new routes from Ottawa, linking the National Capital Region with both Fredericton (YFC) and Moncton (YQM).
On December 2, 2025, Air Canada will also introduce a new nonstop service between Fort McMurray (YMM) and YVR. The route will operate three times weekly, offering travellers from northern Alberta direct access to the airline’s Vancouver hub. From there, passengers will have a wide range of options across Air Canada’s global network, particularly to Asia-Pacific destinations and the U.S. West Coast.
| 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, Thur | Year-round, begins Dec. 2 |
| AC7791 | Fort McMurray (YMM) | Vancouver (YVR) | 19:10 | 20:47 | Tue, Wed, Thur | Year-round, begins Dec. 2 |
All of the newly announced and expanded services will be operated using Air Canada Express Dash 8-Q400 aircraft, which will see a cabin redesign and offer free Wi-Fi connectivity in 2026.
In addition to new route announcements, Sudbury (YSB) will see an increased capacity from Toronto (YYZ), effective February 1, 2026. The service will increase from two to three daily flights, representing a 50% increase in capacity. These flights are planned year-round and will strengthen the connectivity of northern Ontario with the airline’s Toronto hub.
As part of these changes, Air Canada will suspend service to Bathurst (ZBF), New Brunswick, and North Bay (YYB), Ontario, effective January 30, 2026. The airline noted that these suspensions are due to commercial viability considerations and will be implemented in line with obligations under the Canada Transportation Act.
Takeaway
The introduction of new routes from Ottawa and Vancouver, combined with increased capacity to Sudbury, highlights how the airline is responding to regional demand patterns while maintaining its hub-focused strategy. As an Ottawa resident, I am pleased to see increased connectivity within Canada, enabling quick weekend getaways!
