MONTREAL- Air Canada (AC) announces new regional routes, connecting Ottawa (YOW) to Fredericton (YFC) and Moncton (YQM) starting December 15, 2025, and Vancouver (YVR) to Fort McMurray (YMM) from December 2, 2025.
The airline also boosts Toronto (YYZ) to Sudbury (YSB) flights starting February 1, 2026, while suspending services to Bathurst (ZBF) and North Bay (YYB).
These changes strengthen Air Canada’s domestic network, offering over 60,000 daily seats across 49 Canadian destinations. Operated by Air Canada Express Q400 aircraft, the new routes enhance connectivity for business and leisure travelers.
Photo: By BriYYZ from Toronto, Canada – Air Canada Express (Jazz Aviation) Bombardier Dash-8 Q400 C-GUJZ, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=47105851Air Canada New Flight Changes
Air Canada (AC) is expanding its domestic network to meet rising travel demand in key Canadian markets.
Starting December 15, 2025, daily flights will connect Ottawa (YOW) to Fredericton (YFC), New Brunswick’s capital, and Moncton (YQM), the province’s largest urban center.
These routes, operated year round with Air Canada Express Q400 aircraft, provide seamless connections to Air Canada’s broader domestic and sun destination network.
Similarly, nonstop flights between Vancouver (YVR) and Fort McMurray (YMM) will launch on December 2, 2025, operating 3 days a week to link corporate travelers to Air Canada’s Vancouver hub.
The airline is also increasing capacity on the Toronto (YYZ) to Sudbury (YSB) route by 50%, moving from two to three daily flights starting February 1, 2026.
This adjustment caters to growing demand in Northern Ontario, offering more options for business travelers connecting through Toronto’s global hub.
Mark Galardo, Executive Vice President & Chief Commercial Officer at Air Canada, emphasized that these changes align with the airline’s strategy to enhance connectivity in underserved regions while optimizing its network for efficiency.
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Flight Schedule Details
The new routes feature convenient schedules to maximize connectivity. Below are the specifics for the new and expanded services:
- Ottawa (YOW) to Fredericton (YFC): Flight AC2548 departs at 15:40, arriving at 18:10 daily, year round, starting December 15, 2025. The return flight, AC2549, departs Fredericton at 16:15, arriving in Ottawa at 17:00.
- Ottawa (YOW) to Moncton (YQM): Flight AC7890 departs at 17:55, arriving at 20:40 daily, year-round, starting December 15, 2025. The return flight, AC7891, departs Moncton at 05:50, arriving in Ottawa at 07:00, starting December 16, 2025.
- Vancouver (YVR) to Fort McMurray (YMM): Flight AC7790 departs at 15:10, arriving at 18:31 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, year round, starting December 2, 2025. The return flight, AC7791, departs Fort McMurray at 19:10, arriving in Vancouver at 20:47.
- Toronto (YYZ) to Sudbury (YSB): Starting February 1, 2026, Air Canada will increase flights from two to three daily, boosting seat capacity by 50% to meet demand in this key Ontario market.
All flights are operated by Air Canada Express Q400 aircraft, known for reliability and efficiency in regional markets. Tickets are available for purchase at Air Canada’s Official Website, Air Canada Contact Centres, or through travel agents.
Photo: By Atlantic Aviation Media – https://www.flickr.com/photos/193032273@N08/51175141410/, CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=107555254Network Adjustments and Suspensions
To ensure commercial viability, Air Canada (AC) will suspend operations to Bathurst (ZBF) and North Bay (YYB) effective January 30, 2026.
These decisions, though difficult, align with the airline’s obligations under the Canada Transportation Act.
Affected passengers will receive support in line with regulatory requirements, ensuring minimal disruption.
These suspensions allow Air Canada to reallocate resources to high demand routes, optimizing its network for long term sustainability.
Photo: By BriYYZ from Toronto, Canada – Air Canada Airbus A330-300 C-GFAF, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=67447893Commitment to Canadian Connectivity
Air Canada (AC) remains committed to serving Canada with over 60,000 seats daily across more than 500 flights to 49 destinations this winter.
The new and expanded routes strengthen connections between regional centers and major hubs, offering travelers more options for domestic and international travel.
By focusing on growing markets like Fredericton (YFC), Moncton (YQM), and Fort McMurray (YMM), Air Canada enhances access for both business and leisure travelers, reinforcing its role as Canada’s leading airline.
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