More affordable air travel in Canada is possible

Reducing third-party fees or the onerous air passenger rights obligations would generate large reductions in fares, increases in traffic, and ultimately benefits for the economy.
The Canadian Transportation Agency has proposed regulatory changes to APPR that would add additional cost and obligations on airlines, writes Jeff Morrison. 

In a country as vast as Canada, efficient, affordable air travel is not a luxury. It’s a necessity. Air travel connects Canadians—regardless of where they live—to each other and the rest of the world. At a time when this country is looking to diversify trade, aviation ...

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