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• [New] Fairmont Waterfront in Vancouver has completed the first phase of a multi-year renovation that will refresh all 489 guest rooms and public spaces by 2029. Smart Meetings
• [New] Vancouver International's appearance in today's affected-airport list is consistent with WestJet Encore disruption, given Vancouver is one of WestJet's primary hubs. Travel Tourister
• [New] A disruption day at Vancouver during the first week of June affects not just domestic passengers but the transpacific summer travel pipeline at its most sensitive point. Travel Tourister
• [New] The previously seasonal route between Vancouver and Bangkok will now be year-round, confirming Air Canada as the only North American airline to offer a direct, non-stop flight to Thailand. Milesopedia
• [New] The city of Vancouver will benefit from an additional flight to Puerto Vallarta, for a total of 2 weekly flights in 2026. Milesopedia
• While the Bank of Canada's monetary policy plays a significant role in rate decisions, the ongoing supply-demand imbalance will likely continue to affect mortgage affordability, especially in cities like Toronto, Vancouver, and Halifax. Sandra Brown Mortgages - Custom-fit mortgages tailored
• British Columbia will use FIFA World Cup 2026 in Vancouver to showcase the strength of both its farmed and wild seafood sectors, in front of international investors, buyers and business leaders. Sea West News
• Vancouver School of Economics Professor Paul Beaudry expects to see Canada post higher inflation numbers in March. BNN Bloomberg
• In 2026, what's maybe the most exciting thing for rail users is that Amtrak will roll out new Cascade trains on the I-5 corridor to boost service between Seattle, Portland, and Vancouver, as well as other major cities across the Pacific Northwest. TheTravel
• Toronto home prices could experience further declines while Vancouver markets remain weak amid affordability pressures and trade uncertainty. Kalkine
• As the dominant carrier at Toronto Pearson, Montreal-Trudeau, and Vancouver International - operating over 60% of all scheduled departures at each hub - Air Canada absorbs a disproportionate share of every system-wide disruption. Travel Tourister
• Toronto may see stronger support if supply continues to fall, while Vancouver could stay steady due to higher inventory. IQI Blog

Last updated: 25 June 2026