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More to explore this summer

Summer is here, and there’s plenty to discover.

In this update, learn more about our latest destinations and the long-anticipated arrival of our new aircraft. Also, find out about expanded Hertz benefits, including status grants and more opportunities to earn Aeroplan points.

Your continued support earned Aeroplan recognition at this year’s prestigious Freddie Awards, including the honours of Program of the Year, Best Redemption Ability, and Best Promotion. Your engagement matters most and helps to guide us on how to make Aeroplan even better.

As always, thank you for your loyalty.

Your Elite updates

Make this summer your best yet

With new flights to Mallorca, Catania, the Azores, Nantes, Berlin, and Budapest, we’re giving you more ways to explore Europe than ever before!

Plus, get to Thailand year-round, and enjoy non-stop flights from Toronto to Shanghai and back.

New! Earn up to 5X the points with Hertz

Only Aeroplan Elite Status Members can earn up to 5 pts/$1 spent on Hertz car rentals.

Plus, get complimentary status in the Hertz Gold+ program with benefits like car upgrades, a free second driver, and priority service.

Find out more about your perks with Hertz.

Air Canada improves premium Lounge experience in Montréal and Vancouver

Enjoy our newly opened Air Canada Cafés TM in Montréal and Vancouver!

Come discover our second Air Canada Café TM at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) for domestic travel, near Gate C50, plus our new Air Canada Café at Montréal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) for U.S.–bound customers, located across from the Maple Leaf Lounge TM.

We’re also pleased to announce the Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge has reopened at Montréal-Trudeau’s domestic terminal with all-new seating, improved self-serve dining, and expanded access to power outlets.

Find out what’s new at our Air Canada Cafés TM.

New interiors, inspired by Canada

With the exciting new Boeing 787‑10 Dreamliner and Airbus A321XLR aircraft arriving this year, we’re rolling out a Glowing-Hearted design across our fleet.

Experience Canadian warmth, next‑generation technology, and elevated comfort from every seat in every cabin.

Explore what’s on board.

In case you missed it

Skytrax World Airline Awards

Your support means the world. Cast your vote for Air Canada in the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards!

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Benefits with select partners for Aeroplan Elite Status Members

Aeroplan 25K and 35K Status Members can check an extra bag* (up to two free) when flying United Airlines® and select Lufthansa Group airlines

Plus, all Aeroplan Members can enjoy fast, free Wi‑Fi on both Air Canada and United Airlines flights.

*This complimentary extra bag benefit does not apply to Light fares offered by Lufthansa Group carriers.

Find out more about our airline partners.

Aeroplan Elite Status membership kits

This year, request your membership kit from your Aeroplan profile on your dashboard. All your benefits remain fully accessible online.

View your dashboard.

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