Andrew Parker, Senior VP of Emirates Airline withTransportation and Infrastructure Minister Shirley Bond, announce results of a study at Robson Square.
Emirates Airline revealed findings of a study showing flights into Toronto, Vancouver and Calgary would bring an increase in tourism spend, taxes and jobs.
Emirates is currently restricted to a maximum of three flights per week to and from Canada.
The results are supported by Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Shirley Bond, who was joined by Andrew Parker, Senior VP of Emirates Airline today at Robson Square.
The study highlights the need for more progress on Open Skies agreements to remove barriers to international tourism and commerce.
Emirates have been seeking federal government approval to increase connections between Canada, the Middle East and Asia over the last 10 years.
