Posts By Chrissy Blok

Published Aug 6, 2025

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Travelling with Air Canada? Here’s What You Need to Know About the Potential CUPE Strike

Prince George, BC – The Prince George Airport Authority (PGAA) is closely monitoring updates as contract negotiations continue between Air Canada and the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), which...

Published Aug 1, 2025

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Temporary Checked Baggage Screening Disruption at YXS

***UPDATE August 3, 2025: The CTX has been repaired. Regular checked baggage process resumed.*** ***UPDATE August 2, 2025: K-Prime is troubleshooting with spare parts on hand with an estimate for...

Published Jul 31, 2025

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Road Construction May Impact Access to Prince George Airport

Prince George, BC – Travellers heading to the Prince George Airport (YXS) in August are advised to plan ahead due to overnight and daytime road construction affecting several major access...

Published Jul 2, 2025

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Prince George Airport Authority Appoints Geoff Ritchie as President & CEO

Prince George, BC – The Prince George Airport Authority (PGAA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Geoff Ritchie as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective July 2,...

Published May 21, 2025

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New Non-Stop Flight from Prince George to Edmonton Takes Off This Summer

Prince George, BC – The Prince George Airport Authority (PGAA) is pleased to share that WestJet is launching a new non-stop route between Prince George (YXS) and Edmonton International Airport...

Published May 13, 2025

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Community Notice: Fire Training Exercise Alert

We wanted to inform you about an upcoming event at the Prince George Airport that may cause some concern, but rest assured, it’s all in the name of safety and...

Published Jan 6, 2025

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Statement Regarding Medical Incident at YXS

Earlier today, a traveler experienced a medical emergency on the tarmac at the Prince George Airport. We are incredibly grateful for the quick actions of our staff, airport/airline employees, and...

Published Nov 26, 2024

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Farmhouse Catering to Conclude Restaurant Operation at YXS

The Prince George Airport Authority (PGAA) and Farmhouse Catering announce today that Locals by Farmhouse, the on-site restaurant, and Gourmet Express Café will conclude operations at YXS by end of...

Published Sep 5, 2024

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Prince George Airport Authority Announces Gordon Duke’s Retirement

The Prince George Airport Authority (PGAA) announced today that CEO and President Mr. Gordon Duke will retire at the end of this year, with his final day set for December...

Published Aug 29, 2024

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Statement Regarding Incident at Prince George Airport

The Prince George Airport Authority is aware of an incident that occurred on August 24, 2024, at the airport. We are currently cooperating fully with law enforcement as they conduct...