<![CDATA[Newsroom Toronto Port Authority]]> https://media.torontoportauthority.com/ en-ca Thu, 10 Sep 2026 06:19:44 +0200 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:04:01 +0200 <![CDATA[Newsroom Toronto Port Authority]]> https://content.presspage.com/clients/150_3168.png https://media.torontoportauthority.com/ 144 Toronto Port Authority to Conduct Emergency Response Training Exercise at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport on September 26 https://media.torontoportauthority.com/toronto-port-authority-to-conduct-emergency-response-training-exercise-at-billy-bishop-toronto-city-airport-on-september-26/ https://media.torontoportauthority.com/toronto-port-authority-to-conduct-emergency-response-training-exercise-at-billy-bishop-toronto-city-airport-on-september-26/813689The Toronto Port Authority owns and operates Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, which welcomes approximately two million passengers and generates approximately $2 billion in economic impact per year; the Outer Harbour Marina, one of Canada’s largest freshwater marinas; and the marine Port of Toronto, which facilitates businesses such as marine shipping, cargo services and passenger cruises to generate approximately $460 million in economic activity annually. Since 1911, and in its role as a city builder, the Toronto Port Authority has worked with partners and every level of government to enhance Toronto’s transportation infrastructure and economic growth. The Toronto Port Authority is committed to fostering strong, healthy and sustainable communities, and has invested more than $30 million in recent years to fund charitable initiatives and environmental programs that benefit communities along Toronto's waterfront and beyond.

The Toronto Port Authority is a federal agency and operates in accordance with the Canada Marine Act. It is guided by a Board of Directors that includes representation from all three levels of government.

]]>Between 7:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 26, the Toronto Port Authority will conduct an emergency training exercise at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport.

This routine, full-scale emergency exercise is mandated by Transport Canada to test protocols, procedures, communications and planning for emergency and/or security related incidents.

Exercises such as this are critical to ensuring that the Toronto Port Authority maintains a high level of emergency response preparedness. This exercise will involve multiple agencies including Toronto Fire, Toronto Police Services (and related Marine Units), Toronto Paramedic Services, NAV CANADA, as well as staff and officials from the various agencies, airport stakeholders and airlines that operate out of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport.

Between 7:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 26, those visiting, viewing or passing by the airport may witness or hear the scenario, and related activities, that have been developed to test emergency preparedness.


This includes:

  • Emergency vehicles and personnel in and around the airport, including Toronto Police Service vehicles and Marine Unit, Toronto Fire Services apparatus and fire boat, and Toronto Search and Rescue resources;
  • A simulated incident scene;
  • A simulated disabled aircraft; and,
  • Actors and volunteers from outside agencies serving in various roles, including as passengers or employees who appear to be in distress or in need of medical attention.

Please be advised that this is an exercise only. There will be no impact on regular operations or passengers.

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]]> Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0200 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/2d6ee5b7-a5c9-4f44-93c7-d82ebdfec847/500_portoftoronto2025.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/2d6ee5b7-a5c9-4f44-93c7-d82ebdfec847/portoftoronto2025.jpg?10000 Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport Reports 10 Per Cent Increase in Passenger Traffic During Peak Summer Travel Season https://media.torontoportauthority.com/billy-bishop-toronto-city-airport-reports-10-per-cent-increase-in-passenger-traffic-during-peak-summer-travel-season/ https://media.torontoportauthority.com/billy-bishop-toronto-city-airport-reports-10-per-cent-increase-in-passenger-traffic-during-peak-summer-travel-season/797829Summer tourism and FIFA help drive double-digit growthThe Toronto Port Authority owns and operates Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, which welcomes approximately two million passengers and generates approximately $2 billion in economic impact per year; the Outer Harbour Marina, one of Canada’s largest freshwater marinas; and the marine Port of Toronto, which facilitates businesses such as marine shipping, cargo services and passenger cruises to generate approximately $460 million in economic activity annually. Since 1911, and in its role as a city builder, the Toronto Port Authority has worked with partners and every level of government to enhance Toronto’s transportation infrastructure and economic growth. The Toronto Port Authority is committed to fostering strong, healthy and sustainable communities, and has invested more than $30 million in recent years to fund charitable initiatives and environmental programs that benefit communities along Toronto's waterfront and beyond.

The Toronto Port Authority is a federal agency and operates in accordance with the Canada Marine Act. It is guided by a Board of Directors that includes representation from all three levels of government.

]]>Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport experienced a 10 per cent increase in passenger traffic between May and July 2026 compared to the same period in 2025, reflecting strong demand for air travel and the airport's continued role in connecting Toronto to destinations across Canada and key North American markets.

The increase was driven in part by a robust summer tourism season and elevated travel activity associated with FIFA events taking place across North America – including six games hosted at Toronto Stadium, located within walking distance of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport – which contributed to increased visitor movement and connectivity throughout the region.

“As Toronto welcomed a busy summer season filled with world-class events, attractions and business activity, travellers continued to choose Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport for its unmatched convenience and exceptional customer experience,” said RJ Steenstra, President and CEO of the Toronto Port Authority. “Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is more than a transportation hub. It is a gateway that connects people to opportunities, experiences and communities across North America. The strong growth we have seen this summer reflects continued confidence in air travel, Toronto’s momentum as a destination for business and leisure, and the essential role regional airports play in supporting tourism, investment and economic activity.”

“Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport plays a significant role in keeping people, businesses and communities connected, and this summer's growth is a strong reminder of the value it provides to Toronto and the regional economy,” said Jennifer Quinn, CEO of Nieuport Aviation. “Whether supporting tourism, enabling business travel, facilitating access to major events or providing efficient connections for residents and visitors, the airport is an essential piece of the region's transportation network. As demand continues to grow, Nieuport remains committed to continued investment to elevate the passenger experience.”

The strong summer performance follows ongoing investments in passenger experience, accessibility and connectivity, including the launch of U.S. Customs and Border Protection preclearance services. Since preclearance was introduced, passenger traffic to U.S. destinations has tripled, demonstrating the value of convenient cross-border travel from Toronto's downtown airport.

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About Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is an award-winning gateway to Canada’s largest city, offering unmatched convenience just minutes from downtown Toronto. Serving passengers since 1939, the airport provides service to more than 20 cities across Canada and the U.S., with connections to more than 100 global destinations through its airline partners, and a U.S. Customs and Border Protection Preclearance facility.

Renowned for its accessibility, stunning skyline views and 98% passenger satisfaction rating, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport supports critical regional services, including medical travel and medevac operations through Ornge. It is also a key economic driver, supporting more than 4,000 jobs (2,000 directly associated with its operations) and generating approximately $2 billion annually for the regional economy.

Committed to sustainability, the airport is a three-time recipient of the Airports Council International–North America’s Environmental Achievement Award and is certified under Level 2 Airport Carbon Accreditation.

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is owned and operated by the Toronto Port Authority. Nieuport Aviation is the terminal partner and operates the airport’s complimentary shuttle service to and from downtown Toronto. Learn more at billybishopairport.com

]]> Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:00:00 +0200 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/ea5a9565-4757-4887-8d17-fa1059f9c4c6/500_aerial.png?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/ea5a9565-4757-4887-8d17-fa1059f9c4c6/aerial.png?10000 Statement regarding Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport https://media.torontoportauthority.com/statement-regarding-billy-bishop-toronto-city-airport-/ https://media.torontoportauthority.com/statement-regarding-billy-bishop-toronto-city-airport-/775822The Toronto Port Authority owns and operates Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, which welcomes approximately two million passengers and generates approximately $2 billion in economic impact per year; the Outer Harbour Marina, one of Canada’s largest freshwater marinas; and the marine Port of Toronto, which facilitates businesses such as marine shipping, cargo services and passenger cruises to generate approximately $460 million in economic activity annually. Since 1911, and in its role as a city builder, the Toronto Port Authority has worked with partners and every level of government to enhance Toronto’s transportation infrastructure and economic growth. The Toronto Port Authority is committed to fostering strong, healthy and sustainable communities, and has invested more than $30 million in recent years to fund charitable initiatives and environmental programs that benefit communities along Toronto's waterfront and beyond.

The Toronto Port Authority is a federal agency and operates in accordance with the Canada Marine Act. It is guided by a Board of Directors that includes representation from all three levels of government.

]]>The Toronto Port Authority has been advised by the Minister of Transport that, at this stage, the federal government remains focused on the implementation and completion of Runway End Safety Areas at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. As the owners and operators of the airport, the Toronto Port Authority will work to fulfil this initiative and ensure the needs of the city and region are met for the future.

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]]> Sat, 25 Jul 2026 03:43:40 +0200 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/7d856ab4-7016-4ca8-92a8-c7260c20462f/500_billybishoptorontocityairport.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/7d856ab4-7016-4ca8-92a8-c7260c20462f/billybishoptorontocityairport.jpg?10000 Toronto Port Authority expands leadership in combatting human trafficking with #NotInMyCity at Port of Toronto and Outer Harbour Marina https://media.torontoportauthority.com/toronto-port-authority-expands-leadership-in-combating-human-trafficking-with-notinmycity-at-port-of-toronto-and-outer-harbour-marina/ https://media.torontoportauthority.com/toronto-port-authority-expands-leadership-in-combating-human-trafficking-with-notinmycity-at-port-of-toronto-and-outer-harbour-marina/762378Building on a successful program at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, Toronto Port Authority becomes the first port and marina operator in Canada to partner with #NotInMyCity, extending critical awareness and prevention efforts across all its transportation assets.

]]>The Toronto Port Authority owns and operates Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, which welcomes approximately two million passengers and generates approximately $2 billion in economic impact per year; the Outer Harbour Marina, one of Canada’s largest freshwater marinas; and the marine Port of Toronto, which facilitates businesses such as marine shipping, cargo services and passenger cruises to generate approximately $460 million in economic activity annually. Since 1911, and in its role as a city builder, the Toronto Port Authority has worked with partners and every level of government to enhance Toronto’s transportation infrastructure and economic growth. The Toronto Port Authority is committed to fostering strong, healthy and sustainable communities, and has invested more than $30 million in recent years to fund charitable initiatives and environmental programs that benefit communities along Toronto's waterfront and beyond.

The Toronto Port Authority is a federal agency and operates in accordance with the Canada Marine Act. It is guided by a Board of Directors that includes representation from all three levels of government.

About #NotInMyCity

Led by Paul Brandt, #NotInMyCityis a powerful movement dedicated to ending sexual exploitation and human trafficking in Canada, with special focus on protecting our children and youth. United with key partners, we’re spreading awareness, education communities, and deploying a strategic plan for real, lasting change. Dive into our interactive e-learning course, crafted alongside global experts, to deepen your understanding of these critical issues. This free, 30 -minute journey equips you with vital knowledge and concludes with a certificate of completion. Join the thousands who’ve already taken a stand with us. Together, let’s create a safer future for all. #NotInMyCity- change starts here. In Canada, anyone can call the Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-833-900-1010 if they believe they witness or are experiencing human trafficking or sexual exploitation. If anyone is in immediate danger, it is recommended to call 9-1-1. To learn more visit notinmycity.ca.

]]>The Toronto Port Authority is strengthening its commitment to preventing human trafficking by expanding its partnership with #NotInMyCity to include the Port of Toronto and the Outer Harbour Marina. This milestone builds on the success of the awareness and education program launched at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport in January 2023 and marks a significant evolution of the organization’s role as a transportation ally in the fight against human trafficking.

Founded by country superstar Paul Brandt, #NotInMyCity is a facilitative organization that is raising awareness and taking collective action to prevent, disrupt and end sexual exploitation and trafficking, focusing on children and youth. Within the transportation sector, the initiative is widely recognized as a leading force in addressing human trafficking risks across several sectors nationwide.

This expansion represents a first-of-its-kind initiative: The implementation of #NotInMyCity’s program within both a marine port and a marina environment, further underscoring the Toronto Port Authority’s leadership in bringing anti-trafficking efforts to new areas of the transportation network.

As a transportation ally, the Toronto Port Authority will introduce a mandatory e-learning program for employees, tenants, and partners operating at the Port of Toronto and the Outer Harbour Marina. The program equips participants with essential knowledge about human trafficking in Canada, including how to recognize warning signs of exploitation and how to respond safely and appropriately without placing individuals at further risk.

“Transportation hubs play a critical role in communities, and with that comes a shared responsibility for public safety,” said RJ Steenstra, President and CEO, Toronto Port Authority. “By expanding this partnership beyond our airport to include our port and marina operations, we are taking meaningful action to equip more people with the awareness and tools to recognize and help disrupt human trafficking activity in the City of Toronto and surrounding region.”

“Traffickers rely on anonymity, and they find it wherever people are moving — including our ports and marinas. This expansion by the Toronto Port Authority is a landmark moment, and it reflects exactly the kind of bold, sector-wide thinking that creates real change," said Paul Brandt, Founder and CEO, #NotInMyCity. We’re proud to stand alongside them as they bring this work to every corner of Canada’s transportation landscape.”

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]]> Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0200 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/8eb19e32-d14d-4d8e-a26b-d5779e0a07f8/500_nimclogo.png?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/8eb19e32-d14d-4d8e-a26b-d5779e0a07f8/nimclogo.png?10000 Toronto Port Authority to Begin Runway End Safety Area (RESA) Construction at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport https://media.torontoportauthority.com/toronto-port-authority-to-begin-runway-end-safety-area-resa-construction-at-billy-bishop-toronto-city-airport/ https://media.torontoportauthority.com/toronto-port-authority-to-begin-runway-end-safety-area-resa-construction-at-billy-bishop-toronto-city-airport/761550Project enhances runway safety while supporting habitat restoration and minimizing community impacts. The project does not extend the active runway, facilitate the use of new aircraft, increase airport operations, or alter the existing Marine Exclusion Zone.

]]>The Toronto Port Authority owns and operates Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, which welcomes approximately two million passengers and generates approximately $2 billion in economic impact per year; the Outer Harbour Marina, one of Canada’s largest freshwater marinas; and the marine Port of Toronto, which facilitates businesses such as marine shipping, cargo services and passenger cruises to generate approximately $460 million in economic activity annually.

Since 1911, and in its role as a city builder, the Toronto Port Authority has worked with partners and every level of government to enhance Toronto’s transportation infrastructure and economic growth. The Toronto Port Authority is committed to fostering strong, healthy and sustainable communities, and has invested more than $30 million in recent years to fund charitable initiatives and environmental programs that benefit communities along Toronto's waterfront and beyond.

The Toronto Port Authority is a federal agency and operates in accordance with the Canada Marine Act. It is guided by a Board of Directors that includes representation from all three levels of government.

]]>Project enhances runway safety while supporting habitat restoration and minimizing community impacts. The project does not extend the active runway, facilitate the use of new aircraft, increase airport operations, or alter the existing Marine Exclusion Zone.

]]>The Toronto Port Authority will begin construction of two new Runway End Safety Areas (RESAs) at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport in mid-July 2026 as part of a federally mandated safety enhancement project. Commencement of the project follows an Environmental Assessment that was conducted in 2024, and approval by the City of Toronto in October 2024. 

Required by Transport Canada, RESAs are cleared and graded safety areas located beyond the ends of active runways. They are designed to provide an additional margin of safety in the unlikely event that an aircraft travels beyond the runway, helping to reduce the severity of potential aircraft damage and enhancing safety for passengers and crew.

The project fulfills Transport Canada's Regulations Amending the Canadian Aviation Regulations (Parts I, III and VI — RESA) and aligns Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport with current Canadian and international aviation safety standards.

Construction and Community Considerations

Construction activities will begin in mid-July 2026 and will occur intermittently through fall 2027. To minimize impacts on airport operations and daytime activity in Toronto's Inner Harbour, most construction work will take place overnight.

Construction hours are generally scheduled between 11 PM and 6 AM, Monday through Saturday, with site staging beginning as early as 9 PM.

To limit traffic disruptions and impacts on surrounding communities, the majority of construction personnel, equipment and materials will be transported by barge from staging areas in the Port Lands rather than by road. Construction-related traffic will not access the project through Eireann Quay or the airport ferry.

The project also includes extensive mitigation measures related to lighting, noise, vibration, air quality, dust management, traffic operations and marine navigation, with ongoing environmental monitoring and reporting throughout construction.

Throughout construction, helicopter medical evacuation (medevac) operations will continue uninterrupted.

The project does not extend the active runway, facilitate the use of new aircraft, increase airport operations, or alter the existing Marine Exclusion Zone.

Project Timeline

  • Construction begins: mid-July 2026
  • In-water work completed: early 2027
  • RESAs operational: July 2027
  • Site restoration and habitat enhancement: Fall 2027

Learn More

A dedicated project webpage containing project information, mitigation measures, Environmental Assessment documents, a video and an interactive map are available at: www.torontoportauthority.com/capital-projects/resa.

Information Session

A free, 30-minute public information session will be held on Thursday, July 9 at 11:30 AM on Microsoft Teams. Presenters will walk through the information posted online. Register to attend at https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/4b9d68b7-2785-4c39-96cf-1d2787ffdc16@ae2f654e-c82c-4f2d-b929-559a8205d897.  

A recording of this session will be posted to the Toronto Port Authority website along with answers to any questions received.

For all community Inquiries: RESA@torontoportauthority.com

]]> Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:08:14 +0200 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/7d856ab4-7016-4ca8-92a8-c7260c20462f/500_billybishoptorontocityairport.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/7d856ab4-7016-4ca8-92a8-c7260c20462f/billybishoptorontocityairport.jpg?10000 Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport Achieves Airport Workforce Development Accreditation Level 2 https://media.torontoportauthority.com/billy-bishop-toronto-city-airport-achieves-airport-workforce-development-accreditation-level-2/ https://media.torontoportauthority.com/billy-bishop-toronto-city-airport-achieves-airport-workforce-development-accreditation-level-2/761472Recognition highlights the airport’s owner and operator, Toronto Port Authority’s commitment to talent development, training, and building a future-ready aviation workforce.

]]>The Toronto Port Authority owns and operates Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, which welcomes approximately two million passengers and generates approximately $2 billion in economic impact per year; the Outer Harbour Marina, one of Canada’s largest freshwater marinas; and the marine Port of Toronto, which facilitates businesses such as marine shipping, cargo services and passenger cruises to generate approximately $460 million in economic activity annually. Since 1911, and in its role as a city builder, the Toronto Port Authority has worked with partners and every level of government to enhance Toronto’s transportation infrastructure and economic growth. The Toronto Port Authority is committed to fostering strong, healthy and sustainable communities, and has invested more than $30 million in recent years to fund charitable initiatives and environmental programs that benefit communities along Toronto's waterfront and beyond.

The Toronto Port Authority is a federal agency and operates in accordance with the Canada Marine Act. It is guided by a Board of Directors that includes representation from all three levels of government.

]]>The Toronto Port Authority is pleased to announce that Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has received the Airports Council International North America (ACI-NA) Airport Workforce Development Accreditation Level 2 – Nurturing Talent, in recognition of the Toronto Port Authority’s internal training programs and workforce development practices. The recognition was confirmed yesterday in Salt Lake City, Utah at the ACI-NA 2026 Business of Airports Conference.

The ACI-NA Airport Workforce Development Accreditation is a first-of-its-kind industry program that recognizes airports and aviation organizations for their commitment to attracting, developing, and retaining talent within the aviation industry.

The accreditation framework recognizes organizations that demonstrate excellence in workforce planning, employee development, career growth opportunities, community engagement, and partnerships that help build a sustainable talent pipeline.

“This achievement reflects our continued commitment to investing in our people and fostering a culture of continuous learning,” said Kelly McDonald, Senior Director, Human Resources “By building a skilled, inclusive, and future-ready workforce, we are strengthening not only our organization, but also the broader aviation industry.”

The Toronto Port Authority continues to prioritize initiatives that support employee growth, enhance workplace engagement, and prepare its workforce to meet the evolving demands of the aviation sector.

Learn more about the ACI-NA Airport Workforce Development Accreditation at www.astrongerairportworkforce.org.

 

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]]> Thu, 25 Jun 2026 23:35:58 +0200 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/3965f08f-ee63-4d35-9450-784981f6de23/500_1000053676.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/3965f08f-ee63-4d35-9450-784981f6de23/1000053676.jpg?10000 Toronto Port Authority Presents Results of 2025 at AGM https://media.torontoportauthority.com/toronto-port-authority-presents-results-of-2025-at-agm/ https://media.torontoportauthority.com/toronto-port-authority-presents-results-of-2025-at-agm/757778The meeting provided an overview of the organization’s financial results of fiscal year 2025 and its overall operational performance.

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]]>June 11, 2026 (TORONTO) – Toronto Port Authority held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) today in a hybrid in-person and online event. During the meeting, senior management and members of the Board of Directors gave an overview of the organization’s 2025 fiscal year, reporting a 7.4% increase in operating revenue to $87.3 million; consolidated earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) of $29.4 million; and capital investments to support the organization’s infrastructure totalling $26.6 million.

The Toronto Port Authority’s financial statements were released on May 11, 2026, and can be found on the website under Financial Accountability.

In addition to the 2025 financial results, RJ Steenstra, President and CEO, Toronto Port Authority, provided an overview of the organization’s operational performance, highlighting the continued economic impact of its business units, significant investments into environmental and social initiatives, and progress on capital projects including completion of the US Preclearance facility at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport.

Quotes

“The Toronto Port Authority continues to demonstrate strong governance and disciplined execution. Our 2025 results reflect not only financial stability, but also meaningful progress against our strategic priorities. As we look ahead, we remain focused on responsible investments and delivering long-term value for Toronto and the communities we serve.”

— Jane McKenna, Board Chair

“2025 was a year of steady performance and meaningful progress across our business. We continued to invest in critical infrastructure and advance key projects, while strengthening the services that connect people, goods and communities. We’re seeing the results of consistent investment, strong partnerships and a clear strategic direction, positioning us well to support future innovation and connectivity across the region.”

— RJ Steenstra, President and CEO

]]> Thu, 11 Jun 2026 21:14:58 +0200 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/2d6ee5b7-a5c9-4f44-93c7-d82ebdfec847/500_portoftoronto2025.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/2d6ee5b7-a5c9-4f44-93c7-d82ebdfec847/portoftoronto2025.jpg?10000 “FIFA World Cup Final: Where Legends Are Made” Visual Timeline from FIFA Museum Now on Display at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport https://media.torontoportauthority.com/fifa-museum-visual-timeline/ https://media.torontoportauthority.com/fifa-museum-visual-timeline/746282Free display presents iconic photographs from each FIFA World Cup™ final match dating back to 1930“FIFA World Cup Final: Where Legends Are Made” from FIFA Museum is now on display at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport until July.

]]>The FIFA Museum is a global institution with one of the most comprehensive collections dedicated to international football. The museum celebrates the rich heritage of the beautiful game and tells the story of how world football's governing body has developed association football worldwide, cementing its status as the world's number one sport. Committed to sharing the magic of football, the FIFA Museum offers a wide range of attractions, audiovisual experiences, and exhibitions. | www.fifamuseum.com

]]>“FIFA World Cup Final: Where Legends Are Made” from FIFA Museum is now on display at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport until July.

]]>A new visual timeline was unveiled today at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport in celebration of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ coming to Toronto. “FIFA World Cup Final: Where Legends Are Made” showcases the tournament’s rich history through archival photographs from the FIFA Museum in Zurich, Switzerland, representing nearly a century of football fandom and sporting excellence.

Mounted in the pedestrian tunnel leading to the island terminal, this free, larger-than-life display captures the electrifying spirit of the FIFA World Cup’s most memorable moments on the pitch since 1930.

"It fills us with great excitement to be present in Toronto during the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026™ with such a powerful visual installation,” said Marco Fazzone, Managing Director, FIFA Museum. “As we bring the history of the tournament to life at this vibrant location, we can't wait to share the magic of football with fans from around the world who will gather in Toronto."

The visual timeline is on display along the pedestrian tunnel to the island terminal beneath Lake Ontario and features 20 large-scale archival photographs from each year of the World Cup. Together, they highlight the tournament’s most iconic final moments, legendary teams and celebrated players. Every tournament since 1930 is represented, illustrating how the competition has evolved and how its global appeal has endured.

“We’re thrilled to partner exclusively with the FIFA Museum to bring this visual timeline to life as Toronto prepares to welcome the world to this year’s tournament,” said RJ Steenstra, President & CEO, Toronto Port Authority. “The FIFA World Cup is more than a sporting event; it’s a shared global experience. As visitors walk through our pedestrian tunnel, they’re taken on a journey through nearly a century of unforgettable moments, bringing the excitement of the beautiful game into the heart of our airport.”

“FIFA World Cup Final: Where Legends Are Made” runs throughout the World Cup and until the middle of July. The display is free, fully accessible, and located within walking distance of key destinations, including the official FIFA Fan Festival™ at The Bentway and Fort York. Visitors can easily incorporate a visit into a full day of FIFA World Cup related activities.

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]]> Fri, 22 May 2026 08:01:00 +0200 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/0b4b245d-6203-49e8-9422-00b1f7d3967b/500_instagram_main.jpg?93756 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/0b4b245d-6203-49e8-9422-00b1f7d3967b/instagram_main.jpg?93756 Toronto Port Authority Releases 2025 Financial Statements https://media.torontoportauthority.com/toronto-port-authority-releases-2025-financial-statements/ https://media.torontoportauthority.com/toronto-port-authority-releases-2025-financial-statements/744635The Toronto Port Authority has released its 2025 Audited Financial Statements and Management’s Discussion and Analysis, reporting on a year of strong revenue growth and capital investment. 

]]>The Toronto Port Authority owns and operates Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, which welcomes approximately two million passengers and generates approximately $2 billion in economic impact per year; the Outer Harbour Marina, one of Canada’s largest freshwater marinas; and the marine Port of Toronto, which facilitates businesses such as marine shipping, cargo services and passenger cruises to generate approximately $460 million in economic activity annually. Since 1911, and in its role as a city builder, the Toronto Port Authority has worked with partners and every level of government to enhance Toronto’s transportation infrastructure and economic growth. The Toronto Port Authority is committed to fostering strong, healthy and sustainable communities, and has invested more than $30 million in recent years to fund charitable initiatives and environmental programs that benefit communities along Toronto's waterfront and beyond.

The Toronto Port Authority is a federal agency and operates in accordance with the Canada Marine Act. It is guided by a Board of Directors that includes representation from all three levels of government.

]]>The Toronto Port Authority has released its 2025 Audited Financial Statements and Management’s Discussion and Analysis, reporting on a year of strong revenue growth and capital investment. 

]]>May 11, 2026 (TORONTO) – The Toronto Port Authority has released its 2025 Audited Financial Statements and Management’s Discussion and Analysis, reporting on a year of strong revenue growth and capital investment.

Highlights from the 2025 fiscal year include:

  • Consolidated revenue increased 7.4% to $87.3 million;
  • Consolidated earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) increased 1.4% to $29.4 million;
  • Capital investments relating to property and equipment totalled $26.6 million.

Table: Financial Highlights

(in $ millions)

 20252024Change%
Revenues87.381.36.07.4
Operating Expenses69.863.86.09.4
Earnings Before Interest17.517.50.00.0
Net Income16.917.0(0.1)(0.6)
Capital Investment26.619.76.935.0

Toronto Port Authority delivered strong revenue growth in 2025, while Earnings Before Interest remained in line with the prior year. Operating revenue increased by 7.4% to reach $87.3 million in 2025, up $6.0 million year over year, from sources including airport operating fees, marine services and property rentals. Capital Investment in the year was $26.6 million to support the organization’s infrastructure and overall EBITDA increased to $29.4 million, representing an increase of 1.4 per cent over 2024.

The Toronto Port Authority’s business units all contributed towards a successful year. The Port of Toronto experienced a strong 2025, contributing $22.9 million of revenue, underscoring its continued role in supporting regional trade, industry and tourism. In 2025, the Port of Toronto handled more than 2.1 million metric tonnes of cargo, delivered by 167 vessels, marking a 6.4% increase in imports compared with 2024. The Port of Toronto is also home to a growing Great Lakes cruise ship business, with Toronto serving as an essential turnaround point. The cruise ship business at the Port of Toronto posted solid results, with 42 cruise ship calls bringing more than 18,000 passengers to the city via the Cruise Ship Terminal.

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport had a positive 2025. Revenues in 2025 were higher than in 2024, owing to higher Airport Operating Fees. Total passengers exceeded 1.7 million, down from 2 million in 2024.

Outer Harbour Marina reported revenues of $6.0 million for the year and made investments in enhanced amenities including The Dock Shoppe and The Cottage convenience store.

Toronto Port Authority’s contribution to the city and region in which it operates was significant in 2025 through $2.7 million in the form of payments in lieu of taxes and $2.4 million in property taxes to the City of Toronto. Additionally, $3.7 million was paid to the federal government for charges on gross revenue.  

The Toronto Port Authority’s financial statements can be found on the website under Financial Accountability.

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“The Toronto Port Authority is a driving force behind a thriving waterfront, supporting jobs, enabling trade, and delivering the infrastructure our region depends on,” said Jane McKenna, Board Chair. “In 2025, we advanced and delivered key projects with a high degree of success, underscoring our ability to translate vision into tangible results. Our work generates billions in economic impact each year and helps fuel shared prosperity.”

“The year 2025 has been another strong year for the Toronto Port Authority, with important progress across all parts of our business,” said RJ Steenstra, President and CEO. “We’re investing in our facilities and services to better connect people, goods and communities, while continuing to build on our longstanding waterfront legacy. From marine shipping and recreational boating to aviation, we remain focused on responsible growth and creating new opportunities for the future of Toronto and the region.”

Annual General Meeting

The organization’s 2025 Annual General Meeting will be held on Thursday, June 11, 2026. For more information and to register by June 10, visit the event page on Eventbrite.

]]> Mon, 11 May 2026 20:00:00 +0200 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/8d737257-65c9-4574-b85b-260c130d4066/500_slide1.png?15155 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/8d737257-65c9-4574-b85b-260c130d4066/slide1.png?15155 Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Participate in Doors Open Toronto 2026 https://media.torontoportauthority.com/billy-bishop-toronto-city-airport-to-participate-in-doors-open-toronto-2026/ https://media.torontoportauthority.com/billy-bishop-toronto-city-airport-to-participate-in-doors-open-toronto-2026/743725With more spaces open to the public than ever before, visitors can explore groundside facilities, go behind-the-scenes of airport operations, learn from demonstrations and enjoy amazing views of the city skyline and airfield.A perennial favourite with visitors, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport will showcase its airport partners and unique spaces, along with its role in aviation, safety, healthcare and travel.

]]>Toronto Port Authority is pleased to announce that it will once again open the doors of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport as part of Doors Open Toronto 2026 on Saturday, May 23. Always a top destination of the annual event, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport will once again host thousands of visitors this year, offering exciting demonstrations of spaces, equipment, service vehicles and aircraft, together with the chance to learn about its longstanding role serving Toronto and region as a transportation hub.  

The Doors Open theme this year is “the World in a City,” in recognition of the World Cup matches coming to Toronto this summer. As Toronto prepares to welcome visitors from around the world, the event will highlight the people, places, and stories that make the city a true global mosaic. In celebration of this theme, Toronto Port Authority and its partners are thrilled to bring the global game to life and part of the visitor experience at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport.

“Doors Open Toronto offers a rare opportunity to invite our community behind the scenes and highlight what makes Toronto’s downtown airport truly special,” said Warren Askew, Vice President, Airport, Toronto Port Authority, owner and operator of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. “This year’s theme, The World in a City, allows us to celebrate the global connections reflected in our passengers and destinations. With interactive exhibits and close-up views of airport operations, we’re thrilled to welcome visitors for a day of discovery, excitement, and memorable experiences.”

What To Expect

  • Take the underwater pedestrian tunnel, to reach the island atrium and mainland pavilion, as well as a staging area to view the airport’s runway operations and aircraft up close;
  • Explore the airport’s many public art installations, including a new installation in the pedestrian tunnel that plays into the ‘The World in a City’ theme;
  • Visit the airport’s fire hall and maintenance facility, which will give kids of all ages the opportunity to explore the airport’s state-of-the-art safety vehicles;
  • Meet with airport partners and tenants, such as Air Canada, Porter Airlines, Nieuport Aviation, Ornge and Stolport, among others, who will host displays and showcase the full range of services that the airport provides;
  • Catch a live broadcast by Indie88 with activations and giveaways; and,
  • Enjoy fun-filled day of activities for the entire family.

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport will “open its doors” from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 23. Last entry is at 4:00 p.m. Save the date and join us!

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About Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is an award-winning gateway to Canada’s largest city, offering unmatched convenience just minutes from downtown Toronto. Serving passengers since 1939, the airport provides service to more than 20 cities across Canada and the U.S., with connections to more than 100 global destinations through its airline partners, and a U.S. Customs and Border Protection Preclearance facility.

Renowned for its accessibility, stunning skyline views and 98% passenger satisfaction rating, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport supports critical regional services, including medical travel and medevac operations through Ornge. It is also a key economic driver, supporting more than 4,000 jobs (2,000 directly associated with its operations) and generating approximately $2 billion annually for the regional economy.

Committed to sustainability, the airport is a three-time recipient of the Airports Council International–North America’s Environmental Achievement Award and is certified under Level 1 Airport Carbon Accreditation.

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is owned and operated by the Toronto Port Authority. Nieuport Aviation is the terminal partner and operates the airport’s complimentary shuttle service to and from downtown Toronto. Learn more at billybishopairport.com.

About Doors Open Toronto

Each May, Doors Open Toronto invites the public to explore the city’s most-loved buildings and sites, free of charge. The event provides rare access to buildings that are not usually open to the public and free access to sites that would usually charge an admission fee. Since its inception in 2000, it has attracted more than two million visits to nearly 700 unique locations and remains the largest event of its kind in Canada. Doors Open Toronto is dedicated to celebrating built heritage, architecture and design. It is produced by the City of Toronto in partnership with the broader community.

]]> Fri, 01 May 2026 00:40:32 +0200 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3169/b56d0562-3912-4dcc-88e2-494634d9d64b/500_dsc08732.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3169/b56d0562-3912-4dcc-88e2-494634d9d64b/dsc08732.jpg?10000 Toronto Port Authority Introduces New DOOH Network Powered by ShyftLabs at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport https://media.torontoportauthority.com/toronto-port-authority-introduces-new-dooh-network-powered-by-shyftlabs-at-billy-bishop-toronto-city-airport/ https://media.torontoportauthority.com/toronto-port-authority-introduces-new-dooh-network-powered-by-shyftlabs-at-billy-bishop-toronto-city-airport/741891Upgraded digital advertising infrastructure will provide an immersive environment for advertisers and enhanced visitor experienceThe Toronto Port Authority has announced the launch of a new digital out-of-home (DOOH) media network at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, transforming its advertising environment to provide enhanced experience for both advertisers and passengers. The upgraded network powered by ShyftLabs creates a connected media experience, with networked placements from mainland to tunnel to island atrium enabling sequenced campaigns across the passenger journey. 

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April 13, 2026 (Toronto) – The Toronto Port Authority has announced the launch of a new digital out-of-home (DOOH) media network at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, transforming its advertising environment to provide enhanced experience for both advertisers and passengers. The upgraded network powered by ShyftLabs creates a connected media experience, with networked placements from mainland to tunnel to island atrium enabling sequenced campaigns across the passenger journey. 

Highlights of the upgraded 45-screen network include: 

  • Eight 29.5-foot skyline UHD LED displays spanning the pedestrian tunnel;
  • Four 12-foot LCD gateway displays at tunnel entry and exit;
  • Up to 10 coordinated feature zones from mainland to tunnel to island, including new elevator placements; and,
  • Expanded static and experiential inventory, including full tunnel floor graphics spanning approximately 485 feet. 

“We’re pleased to launch this new digital out-of-home network at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, one of North America’s most distinctive passenger environments,” said RJ Steenstra, President and CEO of Toronto Port Authority, owner and operator of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. “From the mainland terminal through the iconic tunnel, the DOOH inventory will transform a high-dwell journey into a premium, immersive media experience, giving brands an unparalleled opportunity to connect with millions of visitors.” 

“Our partnership with Toronto Port Authority reflects a shared vision for a more connected, intelligent DOOH media environment at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport,” said Shobhit Khandelwal, Founder & CEO of ShyftLabs. “Through our AI-powered AdTech platform, Carter, we’re bringing programmatic and data-driven capabilities to help brands activate more effectively in this distinctive airport environment.” 

The new platform introduces a more flexible, measurable approach to airport advertising, enabling advertisers to plan and activate campaigns more efficiently, with stronger visibility regarding performance and the ability to extend campaigns across locations, delivering a high-attention media experience to the airport’s two million annual passengers.

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About Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is an award-winning gateway to Canada’s largest city, offering unmatched convenience just minutes from downtown Toronto. Serving passengers since 1939, the airport provides service to more than 20 cities across Canada and the U.S., with connections to more than 100 global destinations through its airline partners, and a U.S. Customs and Border Protection Preclearance facility.

Renowned for its accessibility, stunning skyline views and 98% passenger satisfaction rating, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport supports critical regional services, including medical travel and medevac operations through Ornge. It is also a key economic driver, supporting more than 4,000 jobs (2,000 directly associated with its operations) and generating approximately $2 billion annually for the regional economy.

Committed to sustainability, the airport is a three-time recipient of the Airports Council International–North America’s Environmental Achievement Award and is certified under Level 1 Airport Carbon Accreditation.

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is owned and operated by the Toronto Port Authority. Nieuport Aviation is the terminal partner and operates the airport’s complimentary shuttle service to and from downtown Toronto. Learn more at billybishopairport.com.

About the Toronto Port Authority

The Toronto Port Authority owns and operates Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, which welcomes more than two million passengers and generates approximately $2 billion in economic impact per year; the Outer Harbour Marina, one of Canada’s largest freshwater marinas; and the marine Port of Toronto, which facilitates businesses such as marine shipping, cargo services and passenger cruises to generate approximately $460 million in economic activity annually. Since 1911, and in its role as a city builder, the Toronto Port Authority has worked with partners and every level of government to enhance Toronto’s transportation infrastructure and economic growth. The Toronto Port Authority is committed to fostering strong, healthy and sustainable communities, and has invested more than $30 million in recent years to fund charitable initiatives and environmental programs that benefit communities along Toronto's waterfront and beyond.

The Toronto Port Authority is a federal agency and operates in accordance with the Canada Marine Act. It is guided by a Board of Directors that includes representation from all three levels of government.

For more information, visit torontoportauthority.com.

About ShyftLabs 

ShyftLabs is a Toronto-based technology and data company specializing in AI-driven platforms, advanced analytics, and digital infrastructure. Its proprietary AdTech platform, Carter, powers digital media networks with real-time optimization, programmatic activation, and measurable performance. www.shyftlabs.io

]]> Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:45:05 +0200 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/950a399a-39d7-4771-b0bb-86c62f572544/500_airport_mainlandterminal.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/950a399a-39d7-4771-b0bb-86c62f572544/airport_mainlandterminal.jpg?10000 Port of Toronto posts steady 2025 cargo growth, strong cruise season https://media.torontoportauthority.com/port-of-toronto-posts-steady-2025-cargo-growth-strong-cruise-season/ https://media.torontoportauthority.com/port-of-toronto-posts-steady-2025-cargo-growth-strong-cruise-season/740475The Toronto Port Authority reports a strong 2025 season at the Port of Toronto, underscoring its continued role in supporting regional trade, industry and tourism.The Toronto Port Authority is proud to announce initial annual results related to the 2025 season at the Port of Toronto, one of Canada’s oldest inland marine ports. 

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]]>March 27 (TORONTO) – The Toronto Port Authority is proud to announce initial annual results related to the 2025 season at the Port of Toronto, one of Canada’s oldest inland marine ports. In 2025, the Port of Toronto handled more than 2.16 million metric tonnes of cargo, delivered by 167 vessels, marking a 4.5% increase in imports compared with 2024. Bulk commodities included 751,353 tonnes of road salt, 575,898 tonnes of sugar, 714,843 tonnes of cement, 57,667 tonnes of aggregate, and 79,079 tonnes of steel products supporting construction and manufacturing across the Greater Toronto Area.

Salt imports rose 50% from 2024, largely due to demand driven by an icy winter; steel imports rose 24% from 2024; sugar was stable year over year; and cement was down 15% from 2024. This is the first decrease in cement imports since 2022, indicating softening demand from the construction industry.

The Port of Toronto is also home to a burgeoning Great Lakes cruise ship business, with Toronto serving as an essential turnaround point. The cruise ship business at the Port of Toronto posted solid results, with 42 cruise ship calls bringing 18,461 passengers to the city via the Cruise Ship Terminal. Cruise lines included Victory, Pearl Seas, Viking, Ponant, and Hapag-Lloyd.

“The Port of Toronto reported excellent results in 2025, reinforcing the critical role it plays in the movement of people and goods,” said RJ Steenstra, President and CEO of the Toronto Port Authority. “While the year was marked by uncertainty around tariffs and shifting trade dynamics, our operations remained strong, delivering essential goods to the heart of Canada’s most populous region. We look forward to continuing to assess opportunities for modernizing our operations and strengthening Canada’s position as it seeks to diversify trade.”

As these latest results confirm, the Port continues to serve as a vital logistics hub for the Greater Toronto Area, ensuring the efficient movement of essential bulk commodities that support construction, manufacturing, and food and beverage production. Its role in shifting freight from road to marine transport also helps reduce highway congestion and emissions, while strengthening supply chain resilience. At the same time, its cruise operations contribute directly to Toronto’s tourism economy by connecting thousands of visitors to the city’s downtown core each season.

Looking ahead, 2026 is forecast to bring 45 cruise ship calls and nearly 19,000 passengers to the Port of Toronto. This is consistent with projections from Cruise the Great Lakes, which reports that economic impact of Great Lakes cruises will exceed USD $300 million in 2026, an increase of 25% from 2025.

As the seaway opens for 2026, the Port of Toronto remains committed to maintaining stable, consistent imports that support key sectors across the Greater Toronto Area and making upgrades that will ensure we continue to lead in environmentally sustainable marine transport while contributing to the region’s economic growth through activity in trade, tourism and supporting cultural industry.

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About the Port of Toronto

Since 1793, the Port of Toronto has served as a vital gateway connecting the city to the St. Lawrence Seaway and international marine ports around the world. A long-standing presence in the city, the Port continues to evolve as a dynamic, multi-use economic hub, owned and operated by the Toronto Port Authority.

Strategically located just minutes from downtown Toronto, the Port primarily handles bulk cargo imports, facilitating the efficient movement of goods from global markets including Europe, Asia, Australia and the Americas. The Port is also home to a Cruise Ship Terminal supporting the city’s growing cruise ship industry. By welcoming international cruise passengers directly into the heart of the city, the Port plays an important role in boosting local tourism, increasing visitor spending and enhancing Toronto’s profile as a destination along the Great Lakes cruise network.

Marine shipping remains one of the safest and most efficient modes of transportation, offering significant advantages over road-based freight on a per-ton basis. As part of an environmentally sustainable marine transportation corridor, the Port of Toronto supports the efficient movement of goods and passengers through one of North America’s busiest economic regions, while also reducing truck traffic by an estimated 54,000 shipments.

This activity generates over 670 directly related jobs and $79.1 million in taxes annually, with an overall economic impact estimated at $460 million each year.

]]> Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0100 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/9aa5a417-dab5-40de-9b6e-2bd9f91e32fc/500_portoftoronto2025_1000pxw.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/9aa5a417-dab5-40de-9b6e-2bd9f91e32fc/portoftoronto2025_1000pxw.jpg?10000 Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport Named Among World’s Best in 2026 Skytrax Awards https://media.torontoportauthority.com/billy-bishop-toronto-city-airport-named-among-worlds-best-in-2026-skytrax-awards/ https://media.torontoportauthority.com/billy-bishop-toronto-city-airport-named-among-worlds-best-in-2026-skytrax-awards/739815Top-10 rankings highlight strong global and regional performance for Toronto’s downtown airportBilly Bishop Toronto City Airport has once again been recognized among the world’s best airports in the 2026 Skytrax World Airport Awards, earning Top-10 rankings in two categories.

]]>The Toronto Port Authority owns and operates Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, which welcomes approximately two million passengers and generates approximately $2 billion in economic impact per year; the Outer Harbour Marina, one of Canada’s largest freshwater marinas; and the marine Port of Toronto, which facilitates businesses such as marine shipping, cargo services and passenger cruises to generate approximately $460 million in economic activity annually. Since 1911, and in its role as a city builder, the Toronto Port Authority has worked with partners and every level of government to enhance Toronto’s transportation infrastructure and economic growth. The Toronto Port Authority is committed to fostering strong, healthy and sustainable communities, and has invested more than $30 million in recent years to fund charitable initiatives and environmental programs that benefit communities along Toronto's waterfront and beyond.

The Toronto Port Authority is a federal agency and operates in accordance with the Canada Marine Act. It is guided by a Board of Directors that includes representation from all three levels of government.

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Toronto, ON (March 19, 2026) – Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has once again been recognized among the world’s best airports in the 2026 Skytrax World Airport Awards, earning Top-10 rankings in two categories.

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport ranked 10th in the category of Best Regional Airports in North America, one of only two Canadian airports to make the list behind Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport. Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport also ranked 10th globally in the World’s Best Airports serving under 5 million passengers category, one of only three airports in North America to make the list. Billy Bishop Airport also achieved a 4-star Skytrax rating, reflecting consistent quality across customer service, facilities and operational efficiency.

The Skytrax World Airport Awards are based on the world’s largest airport customer satisfaction survey and are widely regarded as a benchmark for excellence in the aviation industry. In the independent survey, passengers continued to rank Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport highly across 39 key performance indicators, including fast check-in times, and the courtesy and efficiency of airport staff.

“Being named among the world’s best airports once again is a testament to the dedication of our entire airport community,” said RJ Steenstra, President and CEO, Toronto Port Authority, owner and operator of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. “From our airlines and partners to every team member on the ground, this recognition reflects a shared commitment to operational excellence and delivering a seamless, efficient travel experience. We are proud to support connectivity in a growing region and will continue making meaningful investments in the passenger experience such as the recently opened US Preclearance facility that enhances the passenger experience and offers convenient border crossing.”

“This recognition from Skytrax speaks to our collective commitment to an elevated experience at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport,” said Jennifer Quinn, CEO, Nieuport Aviation, terminal partner at Billy Bishop Airport. “Following the opening of U.S. Preclearance, we continue to invest in new amenities—including the recently opened Pilot Coffee. As these rankings are driven by passenger feedback, we thank our travellers for their confidence and our partners for their continued collaboration as we deliver more of what travellers love.”

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Media Contacts

Claire Pfeiffer
Senior Manager, Communications
Toronto Port Authority
cpfeiffer@torontoportauthority.com

Ryan White 
Senior Manager, Communications and Community Programs
Nieuport Aviation
ryan.white@nieuport.com

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]]>The Toronto Port Authority owns and operates Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, which welcomes approximately two million passengers and generates approximately $2 billion in economic impact per year; the Outer Harbour Marina, one of Canada’s largest freshwater marinas; and the marine Port of Toronto, which facilitates businesses such as marine shipping, cargo services and passenger cruises to generate approximately $460 million in economic activity annually. Since 1911, and in its role as a city builder, the Toronto Port Authority has worked with partners and every level of government to enhance Toronto’s transportation infrastructure and economic growth. The Toronto Port Authority is committed to fostering strong, healthy and sustainable communities, and has invested more than $30 million in recent years to fund charitable initiatives and environmental programs that benefit communities along Toronto's waterfront and beyond.

The Toronto Port Authority is a federal agency and operates in accordance with the Canada Marine Act. It is guided by a Board of Directors that includes representation from all three levels of government.

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]]>March 10, 2026 (TORONTO) – Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport today officially opened its U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Preclearance facility, marking a new era of convenience and connectivity for travellers flying to the United States from Toronto’s downtown airport. With Preclearance now in operation, U.S.-bound passengers can complete Customs, Immigration and Agriculture inspections in Canada before takeoff, eliminating the need to clear CBP at their U.S. destination.

Beyond simplifying the journey, Preclearance at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport will be a catalyst for regional growth, opening the door for more transborder routes, strengthening tourism and trade, and amplifying the airport’s contribution to the economy. Even before today’s official opening, Preclearance has been foundational to recent airline announcements by Air Canada and Porter Airlines relating to new U.S. routes coming soon to the airport.

“Today marks a defining milestone for Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and for the passengers and markets we proudly serve,” said RJ Steenstra, President and CEO, Toronto Port Authority, owner and operator of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. “For nearly 90 years, this airport has linked Toronto and the region to tourism, trade and business, earning recognition as one of North America’s best airports. With the opening of the U.S. Preclearance facility, we will further enhance convenience, strengthen security and create new opportunities for connection. Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is more than a gateway for travellers; it is an engine of economic growth, driving jobs, investment and the connectivity that keeps communities and businesses thriving. The introduction of U.S. Preclearance further fuels this engine and entrenches the value of this airport to the region and Canada overall.”

“The new U.S. Customs and Border Protection Preclearance facility at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is a transformational project that has been over a decade in the making,” said Jennifer Quinn, CEO, Nieuport Aviation, the terminal partner at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. “Preclearance may sound like a process upgrade, but it is far more than that—it’s an investment in the region’s future. By clearing U.S. Customs in Canada, we’re making travel to the U.S. more convenient, unlocking new routes, facilitating more connections to and from Toronto and growing the economy through visitor spend and job creation. This milestone reflects the power of partnership and the confidence we have in the incredible potential of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to connect people to opportunity and to catalyze growth.”

Today’s opening is the result of strong collaboration among the Government of Canada, which supported the project through a $30 million investment; the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and U.S. CBP; the Toronto Port Authority; Nieuport Aviation; and a host of partners, each of whom played a vital role in helping to realize the vision of a more connected Toronto, Ontario and Canada.

Supplementary quotations

“Efficient cross-border travel is essential for the Toronto region’s business community. The addition of U.S. preclearance at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport will make it easier for companies to connect with partners, clients and investors across the United States, strengthening our region’s competitiveness and supporting continued economic growth. It also represents an important step in unlocking the airport’s full potential as a strategic gateway for the region’s business community.”

— Giles Gherson, President and CEO, Toronto Region Board of Trade

“Strong international connectivity is a critical factor when companies choose where to invest and grow. U.S. pre-clearance at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport enhances Toronto’s access to key American markets and reinforces the region’s position as one of North America’s most connected and competitive business hubs.”

— Stephen Lund, CEO, Toronto Global

“Toronto is a major global hub, and strong connectivity is essential to how people move in and out of our city. Adding U.S. Customs and Border Protection Preclearance at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport makes travel through the downtown airport even more seamless for American leisure and business travellers, our largest international market, which generated $1.6 billion in visitor spending in 2025. Improved access will help attract more of these visitors, driving economic value for Toronto’s visitor economy and strengthening the city’s competitiveness.”

— Andrew Weir, CEO, Destination Toronto

“The launch of U.S. preclearance at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is a major win for Ontario’s economy—cutting border friction, expanding access to U.S. markets, and making it easier for businesses to compete and grow. The Ontario Chamber supports investing in our key gateways, because that improves both our connectivity and our competitiveness.”

— Daniel Tisch, President and CEO, Ontario Chamber of Commerce

“The opening of a new preclearance facility at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is welcome news for Canada’s business, entrepreneur, government and leisure travellers. As Canada’s largest business association, we at the Canadian Chamber are glad to see air travel becoming smoother and speedier, helping to drive our economy forward. Preclearance is a critical tool that will enable more seamless travel to key destinations, reduce congestion, improve reliability and deliver a more efficient cross-border experience. Congratulations to the Toronto Port Authority, Nieuport Aviation and the entire team at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, and all those who will benefit from this.”[RW1] 

— Candace Laing, President and CEO, Canadian Chamber of Commerce

"The opening of the preclearance facility at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is welcome news not just for Torontonians but travelers on both sides of the border. This is an important step that will make travel more convenient, strengthen our cross-border connectivity, and enhance the security that underpins our bilateral travel system. Preclearance at Billy Bishop will help colleagues, friends and family across the border stay more connected while ensuring a safe and efficient travel experience.”

— Beth Burke, CEO, Canadian American Business Council

Media contacts

Claire Pfeiffer
Senior Manager, Communications
Toronto Port Authority
cpfeiffer@torontoportauthority.com

Ryan White
Senior Manager, Communications and Community Programs
Nieuport Aviation
ryan.white@nieuport.com

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On from March 5, no ticket required, free to the public.

Feature image: Blue Dream by Jason Zante, 2023.

]]>Toronto Port Authority is delighted to announce the latest edition of Perspectives, featuring the work of Anna Jasinska, Callan Jaida Jones, Anson Ng, Pam Staples and Jason Zante. This exhibition explores Toronto’s history of migration, its natural landscapes and evolving urban patterns, and the rhythms and quiet magic of everyday life. On from March 5, no ticket required, free to the public.

]]>March 5, 2026 (Toronto) – A new exhibition in the Perspectives Public Art program is transforming the pedestrian tunnel at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport into a vibrant celebration of Toronto’s people, places and stories.

Presented by the Toronto Port Authority, the latest installation features the work of Anna Jasinska (photography), Callan Jaida Jones (photography), Anson Ng (digital painting), Pam Staples (digital illustration), and Jason Zante (digital painting and murals).

Perspectives brings the energy of the GTA art scene to millions of travellers and visitors each year. Each exhibition spotlights five artists, with four works per artist reproduced in striking large-scale format, turning the journey to the airport into an immersive gallery experience.

Selected by a jury including curatorial representatives from OCADU and the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), this exhibition explores Toronto’s history of migration, its natural landscapes and evolving urban patterns, and the rhythms and quiet magic of everyday life. From evocative photography to bold digital cityscapes, the works capture the dynamism and diversity that define the city.

“We’re delighted to present another Perspectives exhibition at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport,” said Warren Askew, VP, Airport, Toronto Port Authority. “Each installation gives artists a platform to share their unique view of Toronto, transforming our terminal into a space that reflects the creativity and diversity of the city we serve. The strong response we’ve received reinforces our commitment to elevating the airport experience, providing something interesting and unexpected to travellers.”

The pedestrian tunnel is open to the public during airport operating hours. No ticket or boarding pass is required; the exhibition is free and accessible to all.

Discover more about the participating artists and their featured works and past exhibitions on the Perspectives page.

]]> Wed, 04 Mar 2026 08:08:00 +0100 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3169/9309de13-6892-4f2b-9f05-c840abb548c4/500_jasonzante_bluedream.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3169/9309de13-6892-4f2b-9f05-c840abb548c4/jasonzante_bluedream.jpg?10000 Trash Trapping Program Traps 147,000 Pieces of Plastic from Lake Ontario in Latest Cleanup Effort https://media.torontoportauthority.com/trash-trapping-program-traps-147000-pieces-of-plastic-from-lake-ontario-in-latest-cleanup-effort/ https://media.torontoportauthority.com/trash-trapping-program-traps-147000-pieces-of-plastic-from-lake-ontario-in-latest-cleanup-effort/735843Toronto Port Authority's innovative environmental initiative diverted more than 525 kg of debris and nearly 150,000 items from the Toronto harbour in its 2025 seasonToronto Port Authority's innovative environmental initiative diverted more than 525 kg of debris and nearly 150,000 items from the Toronto harbour in its 2025 season.

]]>Plastic pollution in Toronto’s harbour often goes unseen, but its impact becomes clear when it is measured. Between May and October 2025, the innovative environmental initiative intercepted and removed 525 kilograms of anthropogenic debris from the harbour and Lake Ontario, diverting nearly 147,418 individual items before they could travel farther into the ecosystem.

The Trash Trapping Program, led by the Toronto Port Authority in partnership with the University of Toronto Trash Team, uses a network of trash‑trapping technologies, including Seabins, WasteSharks, LittaTraps and skimming, to capture and remove floating litter from the Toronto harbour. Materials collected are counted and characterized by U of T Trash Team researchers, generating consistent annual data that informs research and supports broader waterfront sustainability goals, including the Toronto Inner Harbour Floatables Strategy to reduce floatable plastic in the harbour. Enabling the advancement of evidence-based research, community outreach, and stakeholder engagement, the program is a key measure supporting the U of T Trash Team’s goal of increasing waste literacy and reducing plastic pollution at the source.

Key Program Results and Findings in 2025

Waste Diversion by Weight

  • A total of 525 kg of anthropogenic debris (man‑made waste) was diverted from Lake Ontario.

Waste Diversion by Numbers

  • Large items collected: 69,915
  • Small items collected: 77,503
  • Total diverted: 147,418 items

Waste Diversion by Type

  • Top large items: food wrappers, plastic bottle caps (first time in top three), cigarette butts
  • Top small item: foam pieces, consistent with previous years and likely reflecting construction‑related sources
  • Other top items: large plastic foam, small plastic bags, straws and stirrers, additional tobacco products, foam packaging, plastic film pieces, balloons, plastic cups and plates

To learn more about the data collected in 2025, visit the U of T Trash Team website.

This year, overall counts and weights are consistent with previous years’ findings. We hope in the future we observe less plastic pollution due to policy change. The program continues to monitor pollution and highlight persistent sources of plastic debris to Lake Ontario via Toronto. Annual quantification and characterization of debris remains essential for understanding patterns of pollution, informing outreach and engagement efforts, and supporting upstream prevention strategies and policy interventions.

Outlook for 2026

The Trash Trapping Program will continue in 2026, enhanced by the addition of a new type of trash trap known as a Collec’thor. Fully electric, easy to use and quiet in operation, the Collec’thor can hold up to 100 kilograms of waste consisting of micro and macro litter floating on the water’s surface. Three new Collec’thors will be deployed at the Outer Harbour Marina owned by the Toronto Port Authority and will be added to the solutions tested by the U of T Trash Team researchers along the Toronto inner harbour in the coming season.

Quotes

“Each year, this program reinforces that while we are removing significant quantities of trash from our waters, there is still work to do to reduce floating marine litter at the source. Our partnership with the University of Toronto Trash Team, and the robust annual data they collect, enables us to refine our approach and reinforce commitments under the Toronto Inner Harbour Floatables Strategy to work towards cleaner, healthier waters in the Toronto harbour.”

- RJ Steenstra, President and CEO, Toronto Port Authority

“In addition to cleaning up Lake Ontario, our program contributes to local monitoring to inform trends over time and local sources of plastic pollution. Plastic pollution threatens wildlife in our Great Lakes. Our cleanup efforts reduce the threat, and our dataset informs future positive change to reduce the emissions of plastic pollution from the City of Toronto to Lake Ontario.”

- Dr. Chelsea Rochman, Head of Operations at the U of T Trash Team

Background

About the Toronto Port Authority Trash Trapping Program

Led by the Toronto Port Authority and the U of T Trash Team, the Trash Trapping Program employs trash trapping technology and solutions-based research to tackle plastic pollution and protect Toronto’s waters for future generations. Since being established in 2019, the Trash Trapping Program has removed hundreds of thousands of small pieces of plastic pollution from the Toronto harbour and has influenced the launch of similar trash trapping and data collection programs throughout the Great Lakes and beyond. It is part of the Toronto Inner Harbour Floatables Strategy led by a network of collaborating organizations, and of the International Trash Trapping Network, an initiative led by the U of T Trash Team and Ocean Conservancy. Partners include Swim Drink Fish, the Waterfront Business Improvement Area and the City of Toronto BIA Office Innovation Grant, Nieuport Aviation, the Toronto Zoo, Harbourfront Centre and Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. More information: Trash Trapping Program - Toronto Port Authority | Watch the Trash Trapping Program video on YouTube.

About the Toronto Inner Harbour Floatables Strategy

The Toronto Inner Harbour Floatables Strategy (Floatables Strategy) is a collaborative strategy with a mission to reduce plastic pollution and other floating litter in the harbour. It is a collaboration between the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, the Toronto Remedial Action Plan, University of Toronto Trash Team, Toronto Port Authority, City of Toronto, Swim Drink Fish, Waterfront Business Improvement Area, Harbourfront Centre, and Waterfront Toronto. Partners in Project Green oversees the Floatables Strategy on behalf of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. More information: The Toronto Inner Harbour Floatables Strategy - Partners in Project Green.

About the University of Toronto Trash Team

The U of T Trash Team is a science-based community outreach organization made up of undergraduate and graduate students, postdocs, researchers, local volunteers and staff all working together with a common goal to increase waste literacy in our community while reducing plastic pollution in our ecosystems. The organization was founded in 2017 in collaboration with the Rochman Lab, part of the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Toronto. More information: U of T Trash Team – Increasing Waste Literacy to Fight Plastic Pollution.

About plastic waste in Lake Ontario

The Great Lakes provide essential ecosystem services, accounting for 20% of the world’s available fresh surface water, providing habitat for aquatic and terrestrial species, and serving as the primary source of drinking water for over 80% of Ontarians. Nonetheless, estimates project that the Great Lakes hold 6 million pieces of plastic per square kilometre, with an estimated 10,000 metric tons of plastic entering the lakes each year. A perceptive observer walking along our shoreline may recognize a variety of anthropogenic debris floating on the water surface, such as food wrappers, bottle caps, and packaging. Equally important, however, is the less identifiable, smaller anthropogenic debris, including microplastics, which can accumulate in wildlife and have adverse health effects. These large and small types of anthropogenic debris accumulate in the sediments and shorelines of the Great Lakes. Projects like the Trash Trapping Program, focused on cleanup, monitoring, and the prevention of plastic pollution in our Great Lakes, can inform effective solutions and reduce risks to humans and wildlife. Through cleanup efforts, field research, and community outreach, we aim to protect the many services the Great Lakes provide.

]]> Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0100 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/720270cf-6e9a-446e-9782-a4c788e8e7cc/500_ttp-feature-image_2026.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/720270cf-6e9a-446e-9782-a4c788e8e7cc/ttp-feature-image_2026.jpg?10000 Tariff Notice 2026 https://media.torontoportauthority.com/tariff-notice-2026/ https://media.torontoportauthority.com/tariff-notice-2026/733866Pursuant to Section 51 of the Canada Marine Act, notice is given that effective April 1, 2026, the Port of Toronto will: increase its cargo fees by 7 per cent; and, increase its other fees by 5 per cent.

]]>The Toronto Port Authority owns and operates Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, which welcomes approximately two million passengers and generates approximately $2 billion in economic impact per year; the Outer Harbour Marina, one of Canada’s largest freshwater marinas; and the marine Port of Toronto, which facilitates businesses such as marine shipping, cargo services and passenger cruises to generate approximately $460 million in economic activity annually. Since 1911, and in its role as a city builder, the Toronto Port Authority has worked with partners and every level of government to enhance Toronto’s transportation infrastructure and economic growth. The Toronto Port Authority is committed to fostering strong, healthy and sustainable communities, and has invested more than $30 million in recent years to fund charitable initiatives and environmental programs that benefit communities along Toronto's waterfront and beyond.

The Toronto Port Authority is a federal agency and operates in accordance with the Canada Marine Act. It is guided by a Board of Directors that includes representation from all three levels of government.

]]>Pursuant to Section 51 of the Canada Marine Act, notice is given that effective April 1, 2026, the Port of Toronto will: increase its cargo fees by 7 per cent; and, increase its other fees by 5 per cent.

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  • increase its cargo fees by 7 per cent; and,
  • increase its other fees by 5 per cent.

Further information may be obtained on request and persons interested in making representations to the Port Authority regarding the subject of this notice may do so in writing to:

Toronto Port Authority
8 Unwin Avenue
Toronto, ON, M5A 1A1

Fees are reviewed on a yearly basis by Port of Toronto and are determined based on economic and industry factors.

]]> Mon, 19 Jan 2026 20:44:00 +0100 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/2d6ee5b7-a5c9-4f44-93c7-d82ebdfec847/500_portoftoronto2025.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/2d6ee5b7-a5c9-4f44-93c7-d82ebdfec847/portoftoronto2025.jpg?10000 RJ Steenstra Joins Board of Airports Council International--North America https://media.torontoportauthority.com/rj-steenstra-joins-board-of-airports-council-international--north-america/ https://media.torontoportauthority.com/rj-steenstra-joins-board-of-airports-council-international--north-america/733616Toronto Port Authority President and CEO RJ Steenstra brings decades of leadership in regional aviation and airport management to the industry’s leading trade association in Canada and the United States.The Toronto Port Authority is pleased to announce that its President and Chief Executive Officer, Roelof-Jan (RJ) Steenstra, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA), the leading trade association representing commercial service airports across Canada and the United States. 

]]>The Toronto Port Authority owns and operates Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, which welcomes approximately two million passengers and generates approximately $2 billion in economic impact per year; the Outer Harbour Marina, one of Canada’s largest freshwater marinas; and the marine Port of Toronto, which facilitates businesses such as marine shipping, cargo services and passenger cruises to generate approximately $460 million in economic activity annually. Since 1911, and in its role as a city builder, the Toronto Port Authority has worked with partners and every level of government to enhance Toronto’s transportation infrastructure and economic growth. The Toronto Port Authority is committed to fostering strong, healthy and sustainable communities, and has invested more than $30 million in recent years to fund charitable initiatives and environmental programs that benefit communities along Toronto's waterfront and beyond.

The Toronto Port Authority is a federal agency and operates in accordance with the Canada Marine Act. It is guided by a Board of Directors that includes representation from all three levels of government.

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Toronto, ON (January 7, 2026) – The Toronto Port Authority is pleased to announce that its President and Chief Executive Officer, Roelof-Jan (RJ) Steenstra, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA), the leading trade association representing commercial service airports across Canada and the United States. Mr. Steenstra is also a serving member of the ACI World General Assembly (WAGA) which represents all airports globally.

In his role as President and CEO of Toronto Port Authority, the owner and operator of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, Mr. Steenstra brings decades of leadership experience in airport management, operations and industry advocacy, with a focus on regional aviation in Canada.

“Regional aviation in Canada and across North America is at a crossroads,” said Mr. Steenstra. “While the industry continues to navigate challenges such as labour shortages, infrastructure renewal and changing route networks, we also face tremendous opportunity, particularly through innovation and the emergence of electric aircraft. I look forward to working with ACI-North America’s Board to advance shared priorities, strengthen regional airports and support the passengers and airport workers who rely on them every day.”

Mr. Steenstra currently serves on the Boards of Destination Toronto, the Association of Canadian Port Authorities, the Canadian Airports Council and ACI World (Airports Council International), and is a member of the Advisory Committee for the Toronto Global Forum. In 2022, he was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal in recognition of his public service.

ACI-North America recently announced its new Board of Directors and officers, including Chair Cindy Nichol, Director of Airports for the Sacramento County Department of Airports, as part of its annual leadership transition.

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Media contact:

Claire Pfeiffer
Senior Manager, Communications
Toronto Port Authority
cpfeiffer@torontoportauthority.com
437-341-9420

]]> Fri, 16 Jan 2026 20:31:42 +0100 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/a7af882a-3be6-42cb-a1bd-d1dcb164b8a1/500_tpaandytzlogos_announcement_photo_narrow.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/a7af882a-3be6-42cb-a1bd-d1dcb164b8a1/tpaandytzlogos_announcement_photo_narrow.jpg?10000 PortsToronto Returns to its Roots as the Toronto Port Authority https://media.torontoportauthority.com/portstoronto-returns-to-its-roots-as-the-toronto-port-authority/ https://media.torontoportauthority.com/portstoronto-returns-to-its-roots-as-the-toronto-port-authority/733376Rebrand marks 115 years of city building and reinforces role of its business units, including Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, as a critical economic engine and urban connectorAfter operating as PortsToronto for a decade, the organization that owns and operates Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and is responsible for stewardship of Toronto’s harbour is returning to its roots and will once again be known as the Toronto Port Authority. 

]]>The Toronto Port Authority owns and operates Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, which welcomes approximately two million passengers and generates approximately $2 billion in economic impact per year; the Outer Harbour Marina, one of Canada’s largest freshwater marinas; and the marine Port of Toronto, which facilitates businesses such as marine shipping, cargo services and passenger cruises to generate approximately $460 million in economic activity annually. Since 1911, and in its role as a city builder, the Toronto Port Authority has worked with partners and every level of government to enhance Toronto’s transportation infrastructure and economic growth. The Toronto Port Authority is committed to fostering strong, healthy and sustainable communities, and has invested more than $30 million in recent years to fund charitable initiatives and environmental programs that benefit communities along Toronto's waterfront and beyond.

The Toronto Port Authority is a federal agency and operates in accordance with the Canada Marine Act. It is guided by a Board of Directors that includes representation from all three levels of government.

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January 15, 2026 (Toronto) – After operating as PortsToronto for a decade, the organization that owns and operates Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and is responsible for stewardship of Toronto’s harbour is returning to its roots and will once again be known as the Toronto Port Authority. This rebrand marks a return to its legal name and historic federal identity and signifies a renewed commitment to its legacy as a city builder, economic catalyst for the region and country, and owner and operator of Toronto’s national, multi-modal transportation gateways.

This rebrand comes at a pivotal moment. The Toronto region is growing rapidly and Canada is placing new urgency on resilient supply chains, modernized infrastructure and sustainable urban mobility. At the heart of this shift is Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, one of the country’s most important urban airports and major contributor to the region’s economic dynamism, the Port of Toronto and the Cruise Ship Terminal, all of which are strategically positioned to support growth and strengthen Canada's interconnected infrastructure network.

"Reintroducing the Toronto Port Authority name is more than a rebrand –- it’s a powerful affirmation of our foundational purpose and our future vision," said RJ Steenstra, President and CEO, Toronto Port Authority. "We honour our 115-year legacy as a city builder and steward of Toronto's harbour, shaping the waterfront and enabling the city’s evolution. As the owner and operator of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport which provides critical business connectivity and a significant economic engine, as well as the Port of Toronto which plays a vital role in ensuring resilient supply chains through imports of essential materials, the Toronto Port Authority plays a key role in economic growth for the future. This renewed identity reflects our commitment to modernization, sustainability, and public value for Toronto, Ontario, and Canada."

Strengthening a growing regional economy

The Toronto Port Authority’s transportation gateways deliver substantial benefits to the region and the country:

  • Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport generates approximately $2 billion in annual economic output and supports more than 4,500 jobs, making it a key driver for Toronto’s economy.
  • Billy Bishop is set to launch U.S. CBP Preclearance in early 2026, facilitating bilateral trade, with additional destinations expected in 2026.
  • The Port of Toronto generates more than $460 million in economic activity for Ontario, importing critical materials like steel, cement, sugar, and road salt, securing resilient supply chains for the region.
  • Marine shipping through the Port removes more than 51,000 truckloads annually from GTA roads, significantly reducing congestion and greenhouse gas emissions.
  • The Port of Toronto Cruise Ship Terminal welcomes nearly 20,000 visitors annually and contributes to a regional $280-million Great Lakes tourism economy, directly supporting Toronto’s hospitality, retail and cultural sectors.
  • Located 10 minutes from downtown, The Outer Harbour Marina is one of Canada’s largest freshwater marinas and holds a Diamond designation in the Boating Ontario Clean Marine Eco-Rating Program, one of the highest ranking attainable for marinas that follow environmental best practices.

Together, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and the Port of Toronto position Toronto as a truly multi-modal economic gateway. The Toronto Port Authority links Canada’s largest city to major North American business centers while delivering diversified, resilient supply lines from Europe, Asia, Central and South America and the South Pacific. This integrated system supports business mobility, ensures the steady flow of essential goods and reinforces the economic foundation of Canada’s fastest-growing urban region.

The Toronto Port Authority’s integrated assets create a waterfront mobility network that moves people, goods, and visitors in ways few global cities can match. As the only port authority in Canada to own and operate an airport, Toronto Port Authority is uniquely positioned to pilot new approaches to harbour mobility and connectivity—mirroring innovations seen in leading waterfront cities around the world. This multi-modal approach not only drives economic growth and competitiveness but also advances sustainable, integrated urban transportation across the region.

Operating under a federal mandate, the Toronto Port Authority is financially self-sustaining, reinvesting revenues into critical infrastructure, harbour management initiatives, and community programs. This model ensures independent oversight, financial accountability, and decision-making aligned with the public interest.

The rebrand underscores the Toronto Port Authority enduring commitment to long-term planning, responsible stewardship, and balancing commercial activity with environmental protection and community access, preparing Toronto’s transportation infrastructure for the next century.

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Media Contact

Claire Pfeiffer
Senior Manager, Communications
Toronto Port Authority
437-341-9420
CPfeiffer@torontoportauthority.com

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Toronto, December 10, 2025 – PortsToronto, owner and operator of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, confirmed today that it will move forward with its Runway End Safety Area (RESA) project, adopting the minimal landmass expansion alternative identified in the RESA alternatives study and environmental assessment prepared by Avia NG and AECOM and endorsed by Toronto City Council in the October 2024 item EX17.5 - Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport - Runway End Safety Areas.

The RESA project fulfills Transport Canada’s national directive to enhance runway safety and align Canadian commercial airports with current domestic and international aviation standards as outlined in Transport Canada’s Regulations Amending the Canadian Aviation Regulations (Parts I, III and VI — RESA): SOR/2021-269.

PortsToronto undertook a voluntary Environmental Assessment and worked with AECOM to evaluate the potential impacts of the proposed project on the natural and built environments, marine navigation, transportation, air and water quality, cultural heritage and land use. The design aircraft for the study was the DeHavilland Q400, already used by the airline operators at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, as the project does not modify existing operations at the airport. It also incorporated community input gathered through four public consultation meetings. The assessment reviewed three scenarios for implementation, and the alternative with the longest profile (Option 3) was identified as having optimal operational mitigations, safety and community benefits. The environmental assessment has been finalized and published on PortsToronto’s “Safe, Clean, Quiet” website.

However, on October 9, 2024, Toronto City Council passed motions to extend the airport lease by 12 years (to 2045) and endorsed the alternative that provided for the minimum landmass expansion (Option 1). As such, PortsToronto began moving forward on the design endorsed by council, starting with initiating a formal amendment to the Tripartite Agreement governing the airport, which was completed on January 28, 2025.

PortsToronto has entered into a design-build contract with EllisDon Civil Ltd. to deliver the detailed design and construction of the RESAs, as well as a construction management plan to minimize community impacts including overnight construction. A traffic management plan will also be developed to coordinate construction traffic activities.

PortsToronto will continue working closely with the City of Toronto and Transport Canada to ensure full compliance with the RESA directive, enhancing the safety of aircraft, passengers, employees and crew at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport.

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Media contact:

Claire Pfeiffer
Senior Manager, Communications
PortsToronto
cpfeiffer@portstoronto.com
437-341-9420

About PortsToronto

PortsToronto (the Toronto Port Authority) owns and operates Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, which welcomes more than two million passengers and generates approximately $2 billion in economic impact per year; the Outer Harbour Marina, one of Canada’s largest freshwater marinas; and the marine Port of Toronto, which facilitates businesses such as marine shipping, cargo services and passenger cruises to generate approximately $460 million in economic activity annually. Since 1911, and in its role as a city builder, PortsToronto has worked with partners and every level of government to enhance Toronto’s transportation infrastructure and economic growth. PortsToronto is committed to fostering strong, healthy and sustainable communities, and has invested more than $30 million in recent years to fund charitable initiatives and environmental programs that benefit communities along Toronto's waterfront and beyond. PortsToronto is a federal agency and operates in accordance with the Canada Marine Act. It is guided by a Board of Directors that includes representation from all three levels of government.

About Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is an award-winning gateway to Canada’s largest city, offering unmatched convenience just minutes from downtown Toronto. Serving passengers since 1939, the airport provides service to more than 20 cities across Canada and the U.S., with connections to more than 100 global destinations through its airline partners, and a U.S. Customs and Border Protection Preclearance facility opening soon.

Renowned for its accessibility, stunning skyline views and 98% passenger satisfaction rating, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport supports critical regional services, including medical travel and medevac operations through Ornge. It is also a key economic driver, supporting more than 4,000 jobs (2,000 directly associated with its operations) and generating approximately $2 billion annually for the regional economy.

Committed to sustainability, the airport is a three-time recipient of the Airports Council International–North America’s Environmental Achievement Award and is certified under Level 1 Airport Carbon Accreditation.

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is owned and operated by PortsToronto. Nieuport Aviation is the terminal partner and operates the airport’s complimentary shuttle service to and from downtown Toronto.

 

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PortsToronto (the Toronto Port Authority) is pleased to announce a new call for submissions to the Perspectives public art program at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, located steps from downtown on Toronto Island.

About Perspectives

Perspectives brings the energy of the GTA art scene to the airport’s pedestrian tunnel, visited by millions every year. Each exhibition spotlights five local artists, with four of their works reproduced in striking large-scale format to turn the journey to the airport into a gallery experience.

Cherished by residents and visitors alike, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport embodies the spirit of the city, and Perspectives celebrates what it means to be part of this dynamic and diverse urban community. Open to interpretation but rooted in Toronto, the program invites artworks that reflect the city’s places, cultures and environment.

Program and Eligibility

Interested artists are invited to submit their works for consideration by a jury made up of professional curators and organizations representing the airport and Toronto’s waterfront. Submitted works are considered for their artistic qualities and relevance to the program theme, as well as how they balance and interact with other works in the context of a group exhibition.

All visual arts are eligible, including photography, digital illustration, painting, drawing and collage. Since Perspectives reproduces original works on a large scale, works with high resolution quality are best suited.

Each Perspectives exhibition is mounted for approximately six months. Each artist selected to participate will receive payment of $2,000 and promotion on the Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport website and social channels.

The call opens today, December 10, 2025, and closes at 5 PM on January 15, 2026.

How to Submit

There is no cost to submit.

Submissions require the following:

  • Contact information
  • Website and social media information (optional)
  • Artist bio/CV (PDF preferred, Word formats accepted)
  • Digital images of four original works for consideration
  • Brief statements (250 words max.) about your interest in the program and how your art reflects the spirit or experience of Toronto
  • Artists whose work involves the use of AI are requested to include a note describing how they incorporate this technology into their practice

Simply visit our secure platform at https://awards.judgify.me/perspectives-jan2026 to create a free account and upload your information.

Questions? 

Contact communications@portstoronto.com.

All information submitted, including documents and images, will not be retained beyond the call for submissions period.

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November 28, 2025 (Toronto) – Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has once again joined hands with the Daily Bread Food Bank to help ensure everyone in the city has access to nutritious food. In recognition of the challenges that many in the community face, particularly during the holiday season, the airport today donated $25,000 to help launch Daily Bread’s annual holiday campaign.

Since first partnering with Daily Bread in 2023, Billy Bishop Airport’s support has resulted in 67,300 meals distributed to individuals and families in need. The partnership between Billy Bishop Airport and Daily Bread Food Bank reflects a shared belief that small actions, when multiplied by many, can drive lasting change. As with previous years, travelers passing through the airport this holiday season can contribute donations directly by scanning QR codes on digital signage throughout the terminal.

“Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is about connection—not only for travelers and businesses, but also for our neighbours,” says Jennifer Quinn, CEO of Nieuport Aviation. “The need for support is especially great this time of year, and we invite visitors to the airport to join us in donating by scanning the QR code on digital signage found throughout the airport.”

“We are deeply committed to supporting the Daily Bread Food Bank through annual donations and volunteer service. At the airport, our mission is to connect people with opportunity, but rising hunger in our city is preventing too many from reaching their potential,” says RJ Steenstra, President and CEO of PortsToronto. “By standing alongside Daily Bread Food Bank, we are not only addressing immediate needs, but also helping build stronger, more resilient communities. This is not just about giving during the holidays—it’s about ensuring dignity, hope and opportunity every single day.”

“We’re incredibly grateful to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and their patrons for once again stepping up to support our neighbours facing hunger. Partnerships like this remind us of the power of community and collective action,” says Neil Hetherington, CEO of the Daily Bread Food Bank. “Together, we’re making sure that more Torontonians can have a warm, nutritious meal this holiday season.”

Hunger is becoming harder to escape, and people are relying on food banks more often and for longer periods of time. According to the Daily Bread’s Who’s Hungry 2025 report:

  • Between April 1, 2024, and March 31, 2025, food bank visits reached an all-time high of over 4.1 million (4,124,313) — 635,962 more than the previous year and a 340% increase since before the pandemic.
  • Over the same time period, more than 1 in 10 Torontonians relied on food banks, as compared to just 1 in 20 in 2022.
  • In the past year, 112,554 new clients visited food banks for the first time.
  • For the first time since 2020, the majority of visits (59%, up from 47% last year) came from returning clients rather than new ones.
  • Food bank use has become more frequent: More than half (54%) of survey respondents visited food banks three or more times a month, up from 43% last year.

For more information, and to support the Daily Bread Food Bank, visit dailybread.ca.

Media Contacts:


Ryan White
Senior Manager, Communications and Community Programs
Nieuport Aviation
ryan.white@nieuport.com

Claire Pfeiffer
Senior Manager, Communications
PortsToronto
CPfeiffer@portstoronto.com

Giao Chau
Marketing and Communications Manager
Daily Bread Food Bank
gchau@dailybread.ca

About Daily Bread

Since 1983, the Daily Bread Food Bank has been working to end hunger in our city — meeting immediate needs while advocating for long-term solutions to end poverty. From its 108,000 sq. ft. distribution hub in Etobicoke, the Daily Bread supports a network of 214 programs across Toronto. Through its Research and Advocacy work, the Daily Bread collaborates with partners across the sector to advance everyone’s right to food and drive meaningful policy change.

About Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is an award-winning gateway to Canada’s largest city, offering unmatched convenience just minutes from downtown Toronto. Serving passengers since 1939, the airport provides service to more than 20 cities across Canada and the U.S., with connections to more than 100 global destinations through its airline partners, and a U.S. Customs and Border Protection Preclearance facility opening soon.

Renowned for its accessibility, stunning skyline views and 98% passenger satisfaction rating, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport supports critical regional services, including medical travel and medevac operations through Ornge. It is also a key economic driver, supporting more than 4,000 jobs (2,000 directly associated with its operations) and generating approximately $2 billion annually for the regional economy.

Committed to sustainability, the airport is a three-time recipient of the Airports Council International–North America’s Environmental Achievement Award and is certified under Level 1 Airport Carbon Accreditation.

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is owned and operated by PortsToronto. Nieuport Aviation is the terminal partner and operates the airport’s complimentary shuttle service to and from downtown Toronto. 

]]> Fri, 28 Nov 2025 22:00:00 +0100 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/2f9af0c8-42ce-415b-8644-142886d32264/500_06-30-2019-0004.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3168/2f9af0c8-42ce-415b-8644-142886d32264/06-30-2019-0004.jpg?10000 Merch Store Now Boarding https://media.torontoportauthority.com/merch-store-now-boarding/ https://media.torontoportauthority.com/merch-store-now-boarding/728660Fan of the airport? Get your Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport gear in our newly launched YTZ StoreAfter years of fans around the world asking for YTZ-branded hats, socks and more, we’ve finally landed an online store with our first-ever merch drop. From classic ball caps to cozy socks and toques, our lineup is ready to fly straight to your door in just a few clicks.

]]>Love Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport? Now you can flex your fashion sense and favourite airport at the same time! The brand-new YTZ Online Store is open and cleared for takeoff, just in time for the holiday season.

]]>Love Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport? Now you can flex your fashion sense and favourite airport at the same time! The brand-new YTZ Online Store is open and cleared for takeoff, just in time for the holiday season.

After years of fans around the world asking for YTZ-branded hats, socks and more, we’ve finally landed an online store with our first-ever merch drop. From classic ball caps to cozy socks and toques, our lineup is ready to fly straight to your door in just a few clicks.

Shopping for an aviation aficionado? These unique pieces make perfect gifts for Toronto lovers, aviation buffs and travel enthusiasts alike.

So, what are you waiting for? Get your YTZ gear today and show your airport pride in style.

]]> Mon, 17 Nov 2025 17:31:05 +0100 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3169/b78c92ca-f179-480f-8c80-b837e4d04d25/500_1.png?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3169/b78c92ca-f179-480f-8c80-b837e4d04d25/1.png?10000 Air Canada to Launch U.S. Flights from Toronto Island in a Major Expansion at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport https://media.torontoportauthority.com/air-canada-to-launch-a-major-expansion-at-billy-bishop-toronto-city-airport/ https://media.torontoportauthority.com/air-canada-to-launch-a-major-expansion-at-billy-bishop-toronto-city-airport/726154Air Canada adds new U.S. flights and increased service to Ottawa and Montreal.The following press release was released by Air Canada on October 23, 2025 on their website. Pictured from left to right: RJ Steenstra (President and CEO, PortsToronto), Mark Galardo (Executive Vice President & Chief Commercial Officer and President, Cargo) and Jennifer Quinn (CEO, Nieuport Aviation) on October 23, 2025.

]]>The Toronto Port Authority owns and operates Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, which welcomes approximately two million passengers and generates approximately $2 billion in economic impact per year; the Outer Harbour Marina, one of Canada’s largest freshwater marinas; and the marine Port of Toronto, which facilitates businesses such as marine shipping, cargo services and passenger cruises to generate approximately $460 million in economic activity annually. Since 1911, and in its role as a city builder, the Toronto Port Authority has worked with partners and every level of government to enhance Toronto’s transportation infrastructure and economic growth. The Toronto Port Authority is committed to fostering strong, healthy and sustainable communities, and has invested more than $30 million in recent years to fund charitable initiatives and environmental programs that benefit communities along Toronto's waterfront and beyond.

The Toronto Port Authority is a federal agency and operates in accordance with the Canada Marine Act. It is guided by a Board of Directors that includes representation from all three levels of government.

]]>MONTRÉAL, Oct. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Air Canada today unveiled a major expansion at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport with new transborder routes to four major U.S. cities and increased daily flights to Montréal and Ottawa. The new services, with frequencies favourable to business travel, further heighten the customer experience at Billy Bishop airport, including the introduction this month of fast, free onboard Wi-Fi, complimentary onboard premium snacks, beer and wine, and exclusive access to the Aspire Air Canada Café for eligible domestic customers. 

Beginning in Spring 2026, Air Canada will launch new, non-stop return service four-times-daily to New York’s LaGuardia Airport, three-times-daily to Boston Logan International Airport, twice-daily to Chicago O’Hare International Airport, and daily to Washington Dulles International Airport. The start of transborder services from Billy Bishop will follow the opening of U.S. Customs Pre-Clearance at the island airport, a convenience for customers flying to U.S. airports from Canada that allows them to clear U.S. customs before departure. In addition, beginning in January 2026, Air Canada will expand its daily services in Canada’s busiest domestic travel corridors by increasing the frequency of return flights to Montréal to nine from eight, and to six from four to Ottawa.

“This is our most significant expansion at Toronto Island since Air Canada first served the airport 35 years ago. The new transborder routes will especially benefit our loyal customers and business travellers by creating frequent and easy connections between the heart of Canada’s financial capital and the major markets of New York, Boston, Washington and Chicago. Moreover, we are increasing at the island the daily frequency of return flights from Toronto to Montréal and Ottawa, which are Canada’s most heavily travelled corridors for business traffic,” said Mark Galardo, Air Canada Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, and President, Cargo.

“These exciting new services reflect Air Canada’s commitment to further elevate the customer experience at Billy Bishop Airport. Our flights are the only ones from Toronto Island to offer travellers the productivity tool of fast, free in-flight Wi-Fi and the comforts of the Aspire Air Canada Café, a quiet space for eligible domestic customers to work or recharge prior to their flight. All customers can also enjoy complimentary premium snacks, beer and wine that we offer on board. Our expanded services at the island complement our already extensive services from Toronto Pearson where we will operate more than 600 return flights a day to 124 destinations next summer. This expansion ensures the Greater Toronto Area and beyond are highly connected for business and leisure travel, making Air Canada the preferred choice for travel to and from the GTA.”

“We are delighted to welcome Air Canada’s expanded routes at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport – a milestone that underscores our shared commitment to enhancing connectivity, convenience, and choice for travellers. This expansion of routes not only continues to strengthen Toronto as a place for business and leisure, but also reflects confidence in Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport’s role as a gateway to the future of passenger-centric urban air travel. We look forward to working with Air Canada to help shape the next chapter of growth and innovation for the airport and the city and region we proudly serve,” said RJ Steenstra, President & CEO PortsToronto, owner and operator of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport.

“Today’s announcement represents a new era of business and leisure travel convenience, comfort and accessibility at Billy Bishop Airport,” says Jennifer Quinn, CEO, Nieuport Aviation. “Made possible next year by our new U.S. Customs and Border Protection Preclearance facility, we will offer more destinations within reach, further strengthening our role in connecting communities and driving economic growth across Ontario and Canada.”

“This announcement is excellent news for Canadian travellers. With Air Canada’s new flights from Billy Bishop Airport to the U.S., along with increased flight frequency from Toronto to Ottawa and Montréal, we’re strengthening regional and cross-border connectivity. These additions will make travel more convenient, help connect families across distances, support business growth, and enhance service quality for Canadian travellers,” said the Honourable Steve MacKinnon, federal Minister of Transport.

“Today’s announcement is great news for travelers across the province. This expansion not only strengthens connectivity but supports economic growth, tourism and business opportunities across Canada and the United States - our closest trading partner. Toronto is a key hub for travel and this critical expansion at Billy Bishop Airport will provide more options for Ontarians and improve the customer experience,” said the Honourable Prabmeet Sarkaria, Ontario Minister of Transportation. 

"We congratulate our members, Air Canada, Nieuport Aviation and PortsToronto, on this exciting expansion. This is exactly the kind of growth-enabling infrastructure Ontario’s economy needs. By boosting connectivity, cutting travel time and opening access to key Canadian and U.S. markets, it delivers real value for businesses across the province,” said Daniel Tisch, President and CEO, Ontario Chamber of Commerce. 

New Transborder Flights

Air Canada’s new services from Toronto Island airport to New York’s LaGuardia Airport, Boston Logan International Airport, Chicago O’Hare International Airport and Washington Dulles International Airport will begin in Spring 2026. With return service up to four times daily, the new routes will make it convenient to travel between the core of Canada’s financial capital and these major American markets for a quick business trip or more extended visit. All flights are operated as Air Canada Express, by Air Canada’s regional partner Jazz Aviation LP, using a 78-seat, De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft. Flights from Toronto Island (YTZ) to:

New York LaGuardia (LGA) begins March 29, 2026

FlightDeparts YTZArrives LGAFlightDeparts LGAArrives YTZ
AC853207:2508:46AC853107:5509:34
AC853410:4512:06AC853310:0011:39
AC853614:2015:41AC853512:5514:34
AC853818:1019:31AC853718:3020:09


Boston Logan (BOS) begins July 1, 2026

FlightDeparts YTZArrives BOSFlightDeparts BOSArrives YTZ
AC854207:1508:44AC854109:3511:29
AC854412:2513:54AC854314:4516:39
AC854617:2018:49AC854519:4021:34


Chicago O’Hare (ORD) begins June 1, 2026

FlightDeparts YTZArrives ORDFlightDeparts ORDArrives YTZ
AC854712:1513:10AC854807:2510:06
AC854919:2020:16AC855014:0016:41


Washington Dulles (IAD) begins June 1, 2026

FlightDeparts YTZArrives IADFlightDeparts IADArrives YTZ
AC854014:5516:12AC853917:1518:42


Increased service to Montréal, Ottawa

In January 2026, Air Canada will add new daily flights from Toronto Island in the popular and heavily travelled Eastern Triangle of Canada. This includes an additional flight to Montréal, bringing the service to nine return flights daily. Between the island and Ottawa, the carrier is adding two frequencies to bring to six the number of total daily return trips to the nation's capital from Billy Bishop.

Elevating the Billy Bishop Travel Experience

Beginning in October 2025, Air Canada was the first airline to offer fast, free Wi-Fi in-flight to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport travellers. The industry-leading service provides high-quality Internet to give customers gate-to-gate connectivity and non-stop access to productivity tools while travelling on Air Canada Express flights to and from the city airport on some of the most popular business travel routes in Canada and next year to the U.S. It is the first time Wi-Fi has been made available on a De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft type anywhere in the world. The introduction of fast, free Wi-Fi complements the other amenities Air Canada customers flying from Billy Bishop now enjoy, including frequent departures, complimentary in-flight premium snacks, beer and wine, and exclusive access for eligible domestic customers to the Aspire Air Canada Café.1

Regional Flying Reimagined

A full cabin redesign will soon be commenced on 25 De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft operated for Air Canada Express by Jazz. The program includes:

New Seating

Twenty-five Dash 8-400 operated for Air Canada Express by Jazz will be equipped with next generation, well-padded, ergonomic reclining seats from Expliseat. The seats will feature new branding and design language expressed through the seat’s dress cover. All seats will include a seatback multi-use device holder for tablets and phones, as well as a table tray. The installation of the new seating has an expected completion date for the program in mid-2026. Each aircraft will have 78 seats, and pitch will be unchanged.

Cabin Interior Redesign

The cabins of these same 25 Dash 8-400s will be upgraded to a new standard reflective of Air Canada ’s mainline aircraft interiors. The design incorporates colours, textures and tones of those found in Canadian nature, reinforcing Air Canada’s pride in being the nation’s flag carrier.

]]> Thu, 23 Oct 2025 17:43:44 +0200 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3169/64c9ec17-0adb-424d-bf02-8ff3953cca3e/500_rjsteenstra_markgalardo_jenniferquinn_oct232025.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/3169/64c9ec17-0adb-424d-bf02-8ff3953cca3e/rjsteenstra_markgalardo_jenniferquinn_oct232025.jpg?10000 Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport unveils large-scale exterior mural on Toronto’s waterfront https://media.torontoportauthority.com/billy-bishop-toronto-city-airport-unveils-large-scale-exterior-mural-on-torontos-waterfront/ https://media.torontoportauthority.com/billy-bishop-toronto-city-airport-unveils-large-scale-exterior-mural-on-torontos-waterfront/723426The project, led by terminal partner Nieuport Aviation, explores themes related to the Indigenous lands and waters, migration and the ecology of Toronto’s waterfrontBilly Bishop Toronto City Airport, in collaboration with the City of Toronto’s StreetARToronto program, has unveiled a new, large-scale mural on the exterior of the airport’s passenger terminal. Led by terminal partner Nieuport Aviation and created by Jakarundi Graphics, the mural, titled “The Stories We Carry,” celebrates the Indigenous lands and waters surrounding the airport, exploring themes of migration and the natural ecology of Toronto’s waterfront.

]]>The Toronto Port Authority owns and operates Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, which welcomes approximately two million passengers and generates approximately $2 billion in economic impact per year; the Outer Harbour Marina, one of Canada’s largest freshwater marinas; and the marine Port of Toronto, which facilitates businesses such as marine shipping, cargo services and passenger cruises to generate approximately $460 million in economic activity annually. Since 1911, and in its role as a city builder, the Toronto Port Authority has worked with partners and every level of government to enhance Toronto’s transportation infrastructure and economic growth. The Toronto Port Authority is committed to fostering strong, healthy and sustainable communities, and has invested more than $30 million in recent years to fund charitable initiatives and environmental programs that benefit communities along Toronto's waterfront and beyond.

The Toronto Port Authority is a federal agency and operates in accordance with the Canada Marine Act. It is guided by a Board of Directors that includes representation from all three levels of government.

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Toronto, ON — Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, in collaboration with the City of Toronto’s StreetARToronto program, has unveiled a new, large-scale mural on the exterior of the airport’s passenger terminal. Led by terminal partner Nieuport Aviation and created by Jakarundi Graphics, the mural, titled “The Stories We Carry,” celebrates the Indigenous lands and waters surrounding the airport, exploring themes of migration and the natural ecology of Toronto’s waterfront.

The mural’s concept was informed by community feedback provided through two community workshops held earlier this year. The project is the latest step in Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport’s ongoing journey to reflect Toronto’s vibrancy and diversity while honouring the history, voices and experiences that shape us all.

Positioned prominently on the exterior of the terminal’s public side, the large-scale mural is open to the public, and visible from the waterfront and select vantage points across the city. Visitors and residents are invited to experience it in person, whether travelling through the airport or looking for a fun family activity.

The mural includes imagery of water, birds, and canoes, with symbolic references to migration, community, and the Anishinaabe's connection to the land and water. While the artwork holds deep meaning, its presence at the airport is intended to serve as a welcoming and reflective space for all who pass through.

Media Contacts 

Ryan White 
Senior Manager, Communications and Community Programs 
Nieuport Aviation 
ryan.white@nieuport.com 

Claire Pfeiffer 
Senior Manager, Communications 
PortsToronto 
cpfeiffer@portstoronto.com 
 

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