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Official English Twitter account of Edmonton International Airport. Formerly @FlyEIA | Français: @VoyagerYEG | Phone: 780 890 8382 | Email: info @flyeia .com
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NEWS: Coming soon to EIA, Airport City Solar, the world’s largest solar farm built at an airport at 627 acres with more than 300,000 panels!
#FlyEIA
#YEG
#solarpower
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@bshnth
@FlyYYC
@FlyEIA_FR
@yfcairport
@GanderAirport
@HfxStanfield
@MonctonYQM
@yulaeroport
@FlyYOW
@QuebecYQB
@stjohnsairport
@TorontoPearson
@YVRaeroport
@YWGairport
Hey
@BTS_twt
and the
#BTSArmy
, Side step, right, left to our beat, because travelling through EIA is smooth like butter.
#bts
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In
#YEG
we take fire prevention very seriously.
#LetsGoOilers
#BattleofAlberta
#GoOilersGo
@FlyYYC
@hockeynight
@NHLFlames
@EdmontonOilers
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Calming nerves and spreading cheer! Our Pet Therapy program is back. Next time you’re visiting YEG, be on the lookout for our furry friends & their friendly handlers roaming around the airport. Be sure to stop and say hi! To learn more, visit .
#yegairport
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We barbecue in blizzards, run with dinosaurs & camp with bison – and you can, too!
#YEG
is known for fabulous year-round festivals, the beautiful river valley, rich heritage and culture, and of course, die-hard hockey fans. A great place to live and grow.
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Get ready to meet the future of
#RCMPK9
protection! PSD Max, Magic, Neon & Nevin - four talented K9s from across Canada in
#YEG
for explosive detection training. Let's cheer them on as they work towards certification & become experts in keeping us safe. 🐾
#FurryHeroes
#ThankYou
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Our resident
#bison
recently got a cleanup from artist
@mrleighwright
& is ready to shine for
#WorldWildlifeDay
tomorrow. This piece was constructed to honour the repopulation of Alberta’s bison. Check it out next time you’re arriving at EIA
#sustainableart
#yegarts
#yeg
#wwd2022
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To support the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, we will match community donations up to a total of $25K to the
@redcrosscanada
& donations up to a total of $25K to
@AirlinkFlight
(a non-profit humanitarian relief organization connecting airlines & non-profits).
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What a good boy! If you haven't heard, our sponsored wonder dog, YEG, just graduated from the
@dogs_with_wings
Companion Dog program! Congrats to
#YEG
, his fellow graduates & their new families! To learn more about this great initiative, please visit 🦮❤️
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Patiently waiting for
@united
's June 4, non-stop flight to Denver to start.
#LetsGoOilers
#GoOilersGo
#LaBamba
@DENAirport
@Avalanche
@EdmontonOilers
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Welcome back home, Olympic Gold Medalist Kelsey Mitchell
@_kmmitchell
. Congratulations from us on your big Olympic win and helping Team Canada to 24 medals in
#Tokyo2020
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14,000kg of humanitarian aid was loaded onto a
@LOTAirlinesUS
flight Tuesday for Poland. Thank you to all who donated with
@UCC_APC
,
@LukaszukAB
and
@EdStelmachMLA
.
#Ukraine
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#News
: We're excited to unveil our new 140-foot-tall
#Wolverine
statue made entirely from locally-grown hemp, & the world’s largest apiary, showcasing our commitment to sustainability & innovation. Explore this stunning work of art & learn more at .
#YEG
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Passengers returning to EIA from international travel may be randomly selected for COVID testing. You can save time by preregistering with
@SwitchHealthCA
to be prepared if selected.
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When we found out that the
@CFSnowbirds
would be touring across Canada saluting frontline workers, we decided to give them a warm EIA welcome. Thank you to our Canadian Forces Snowbirds & all frontline workers, supporting the communities we are proud to serve.
#OpInspiration
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Edmonton International Airport, Canada’s fifth busiest and largest airport by size, is looking for a new leader. It’s a unique opportunity to help shape the direction of a major economic driver that touches millions of people a year.
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#YEG
was thrilled to support Canada's first Snowboard
@fissnowboard
Stadium Big Air event,
#thestyleexperience
. We love seeing action-packed events take place in our community! Congrats to our winner, who won 2 tickets to any of our non-stop destinations.
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After being off work for nearly 2 years, some important partners are back working at
#YEG
! Learn about therapy dog, Tucker, and what he & his friends from Pet Therapy Society of Northern Alberta do to help travellers & employees destress at the airport.
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An all-female crewed
@AirCanada
787 Dreamliner was directed from
@TorontoPearson
to EIA by all women
@navcanada
air traffic controllers. This was to honour women in aviation for their outstanding contributions & to inspire & encourage more young women to consider aviation careers
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#News
: Porter Airlines launches its inaugural flight from
#YEG
to
#YYZ
! Offering increased non-stop flights to Toronto with a unique service experience, including complimentary food, drink and onboard Wi-Fi. Book your next trip with
@porterairlines
at .
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The
@TheJUNOAwards
have arrived in
#YEG
! We can't wait for the 52nd Annual
#JUNOAwards
and JUNO Week 2023, from March 9-13 in Edmonton! Join us in celebrating Canada's biggest music event!
@vignettesyeg
@ExploreEdmonton
@RogersPlace
@CBCMusic
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Dozens of plane spotters came out to YEG last week to celebrate a special arrival -
@BuffaloAirways
’ first and only 737 aircraft that will soon offer 5x weekly cargo service between Edmonton and Yellowknife.
Our community’s passion for aviation is inspiring to experience, and…
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Hey there,
@flyLAXairport
! Are you ready for some playoff action? 'Cause we sure are! Now, we know you're rooting for the
@LAKings
, but our
@EdmontonOilers
are coming in hot! So, how about we make things more exciting and bet on the series' outcome? It'll be a blast, we promise!…
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Next time you’re at
#YEG
, please note mandatory wearing of a face covering has been removed in most areas. That said, as per federal regulations, passengers must continue to wear a mask at any type of security screening, while boarding/de-boarding aircraft & during their flight.
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#UPDATE
: Please check the status of your flight departing
#YEG
today before coming to the airport. There have been numerous flight impacts and cancellations across the country that may impact departing flights from Edmonton.
#WinterStorm
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We are honoured to welcome the newest addition to our art program at YEG, a tribute to Anne Frank, located near Gate 60. The Dutch Canadian Centre undertook the project to bring this statue to Edmonton to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the liberation of the Netherlands in…
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Hey,
@LASairport
- We're feeling lucky - are you? The next round of playoffs is upon us, and our
@EdmontonOilers
are shooting to win! We know your
@GoldenKnights
are a force to be reckoned with, so let's add some excitement to the game and place a wager on the series' outcome.…
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Welcome to our newest partner,
@porterairlines
! Porter will offer daily service from
#YEG
to
#YYZ
beginning in February 2023. With complimentary service offerings and a sleek new aircraft, we’re excited to see this new airline take off at YEG.
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Construction Alert: Starting September 26, the Departures Roadway will be closed for regenerative construction, impacting vehicle access to and from the terminal.
If you are being dropped off or picked up by friends or family, you will be using the relocated Passenger Pick-up…
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Lesson 16: You need to arrive at the airport 2 hours before your departure time for flights within Canada and 3 hours for flights outside of Canada.
#TravelAgain
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Starting July 7, YEG is getting a new non-stop destination - Quebec City! Travel between the two cities will be convenient and affordable with twice weekly service from
@FlairAirlines
.
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On Friday, our team celebrated
@elevateaviators
’ new Learning Centre grand opening at
#YEG
’s Airport City Sustainability Campus. We are dedicated to partnering in their quest to introduce women, youth and underrepresented groups to rewarding careers in aviation.
#flyyeg
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We’re always looking for ways to make travelling easier and more efficient for passengers. Find out how we’re bringing
#wayfinding
innovations to EIA and working to make an
#AirportForEveryone
with universal signage.👇
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May the 4th be ever in your favour as you
#LLAP
🖖, searching for Infinity Gems. We’re an airport for everyone, including all
#SCIFI
members of the family.
#MayThe4thBeWithYou
#airportforeveryone
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Our team attended
@TravelAlberta
's Town Hall yesterday and we feel inspired by the enthusiasm for the future of tourism in our province!
#YEG
is a key to Alberta's economic recovery and growth by continuing to build a strong domestic and international air service network.
#flyyeg
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Next time you’re at EIA, please note mandatory wearing of a face covering has been removed in most areas. As per federal regulations, passengers must continue to wear a mask at any type of security screening, while boarding/de-boarding your aircraft and during your flight.
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Traveling this summer? Give yourself some extra time to check in and get through security. Plus, most airlines allow you to check-in online 24 to 48 hours in advance of departure.
#summertravel
#yeg
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Next time you’re near Gate 72, stop by this display to see hand crafted work from 5 different Indigenous artists from the Northwest Territories. Find out more about the artists and their work at:
#IndigenousArt
#NWTArt
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Proud to welcome
@LOTAirlinesUS
to EIA tonight and it passengers from Ukraine coming to join family members and the
@UCC_APC
.
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Airport Volunteer Ambassadors are back at
#YEG
! Whether you're a first-time or frequent traveller, our volunteers dressed in blue are ready to help with directions or any questions you have about the airport, our community or our region. So the next time …
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The street team is at
@edmontonfringe
from 12 noon to 8 p.m. today. Stop by and say hello! Spin the wheel for prizes!
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Are you ready for a PSD Bond exclusive? Join us for a doggone thrilling PSD Bond training day on a Canadian North aircraft! A big thank you to our
@CanadianNorth
Airlines partners for their continuous support of the National K9 program.
Remember, please admire Bond from a…
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Feels like yesterday we said “Schools are out for summer & the long weekend is upon us”. Where did the summer go? If you have upcoming travel plans, please arrive at least 2 hours before your departure time for flights within Canada and 3 hours for international flights.
#flyYEG
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EIA recognizes
#PrideMonth
! Did you know that the current and best known rainbow Pride Flag was established in 1979 and that each colour has a specific meaning?
Red for life
Orange for healing
Yellow for sunlight
Green for nature
Blue for harmony
Purple for spirit
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We see the Golden Gate Bridge and the brightest Northern Lights in your future
#yeg
! 🔮 Congrats
@aircanada
!
#futuretravel
#sfo
#yellowknife
Details:
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We're gearing up for the airshow this weekend! Love seeing all these ✈️ in the sky! Are you planning to attend the
@AlbertaAirshow
this weekend?
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EIA staff members hang blue ribbons along the highway in support of
#EPSstrong
#yeg
@edmontonpolice
http://t.co/0crqiIXGkV
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✈️ Join us in recognizing Villeneuve Airport (ZVL)’s Airborne Solutions Inc (AES), which has been tirelessly contributing to Alberta’s historic wildfire season. AES has been proudly operating out of Villeneuve since 2018 and has a longstanding partnership with Alberta Wildfire.…
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2022 was far from typical for
#YEG
, but we have much to celebrate as we look back on the year. We are most grateful for the return of travel & gradual recovery from the pandemic. Take a visual journey through the past year with our top 22 photos of 2022.
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Meet Janet, Isabel, Helen, Herb, & Vicki – 5 extraordinary volunteers who graciously contribute their expertise and resources to enhance our airport and beyond. Thank you to all our amazing Airport Volunteer Ambassadors, who generously give their time and energy to make
#YEG
a…
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Safety and security at YEG are always top priorities. We are committed to
#endhumantrafficking
, partnering with
@rcmpgrcpolice
@edmontonpolice
@ACTAlberta
@ceasenow
&
@NIMCAlly
We have trained 1,800+ airport employees to disrupt and prevent human trafficking at the airport.
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NEWS: Imagine a COVID-19 test that can produce results in seconds, not days. It will be tested exclusively at EIA this fall in partnership with GLC Medical (GLCM) Inc. an Edmonton company! Read all the details here:
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Friendly reminder, as per federal regulations, passengers must continue to wear a mask at any type of security screening, while boarding/de-boarding your aircraft and during your flight. For helpful tips that’ll help you fly through security, visit
#YEG
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Sorry Bernie, we miss our music program as well.
#AirportTwitter
#BernieMeme
#BernieSanders
#berniesmittens
#planespotting
#avgeek
#aviation
#EIALive
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YEG is committed to uniting people in a world of possibilities. We signed a MOU with
@UAlberta
to collaborate for the betterment of our region, working together to benefit student and staff recruitment, research commercialization and business development.
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Win 1 of 4 flights for two to one of our non-stop destinations by finding the
#EIAHiddenGems
! ✈️💎
From Nov. 13-16, we’ll be sharing riddles for you to solve. Solve the riddles & find the gems hidden on our website to enter.
Stay tuned and ♥️ this tweet for contest reminders!
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Hi
@flyLAXairport
, we hope you’re having a great day! In the spirit of competition & the fact our
@EdmontonOilers
are playing your
@LAKings
in the first round. How about when we win, you pin this post to your page for 5 days, & when you lose, it’s pinned for 7 days. Sound good?
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If you're travelling from Canada to the US, you no longer need to obtain a pre-departure test prior to travel. Learn more:
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How it started vs how it’s going. Did you know that this massive artwork called "Bush Pilot” has been in EIA since 1963? It was created by Jack Shadbolt and can be found by door 27 on departures level. Learn more:
#yegart
#retro
#historicalyeg
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Thank you to our
@CFSnowbirds
and all frontline workers, supporting the communities we are proud to serve.
#OpInspiration
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We're happy to share that our President & CEO, Myron Keehn, was selected to join the
@airportscouncil
Board of Directors. Myron is committed to ACI-NA’s mission to strengthen the ability of airports to serve our passengers, customers and communities.
#YEG
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There must be something in the air today, as we celebrate another member of our airport family with the traditional water cannon salute. Congratulations to John Bright! Retiring after more than 50 years of service with
@navcanada
!
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The cold never bothered us anyway! 🎵 ❄ YEG is prepared to handle extreme and changing weather 24-7. Safety and security are our top priorities. Our highly trained crews have been working around the clock to get travellers on their way. A huge shoutout to our winter ops team!
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Job fair alert!
Have you ever wanted to work at an airport? This is your opportunity to join our aviation community and help be part of our growing industry as our world starts to open up again ✈️
#JobsAtEIA
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Happy
#ThanksgivingWeekend
! If you have upcoming travel plans, please arrive at least 2hrs before your departure time for flights within Canada & 3hrs for international flights. For travel tips to ensure you have a smooth check-in, visit
#YEG
#FlyYEG
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On the International Day of the Air Traffic Controller, we’d like to say a big thank you to all the air navigation service professionals at
@navcanada
who keep our skies and airports safe.
#ATCday
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Today, a convenient new security process launched at
#YEG
. Book online to guarantee your spot without having to wait in line. Details at:
#yegexpress
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#YEG
is getting a new non-stop flight to Cancun, with
@AirCanada
and
#AirCanadaVacations
, starting seasonal service on Oct. 30. To celebrate, we’re giving away two pairs of tickets for
@FortEdPark
’s
#Darkyeg
festival! Simply RT by 4 pm to enter. Winners notified via DM.
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EIA Recognizes National Indigenous History Month! Although we can't celebrate in-person this year, we warmly look back on our past National Indigenous Peoples Day celebrations. We look forward to collaborating & nurturing the relationships with Indigenous communities!
#NIPHM2021
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Today marks 19 years since the tragic events of 9/11 that took so many innocent lives and forever changed the aviation industry.
That day, EIA welcomed diverted planes from around the world, like many other Canadian airports.
#September11
#NeverForgetSept11
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