Wednesday, June 19, 2024
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Over the last two months, employees at Air Canada and its partner, Jazz Aviation LP, the Air Canada Foundation and the Canucks Autism Network organized Autism Aviation Days in BC.
It is to introduce kids on the autism spectrum and their families to elements of air travel by learning and practicing airport processes.
Following the two first events held at Victoria International Airport at the end of April, three single-day events took place on May 4, 25 and 26 at Vancouver International Airport, where 180 children experienced the security process, boarding an Air Canada Express CRJ-900 aircraft, taxiing around the tarmac and de-planing.
“Helping children spread their wings is what we do at…
