WestJet welcomes expanded Canada-Mexico air agreement

WestJet today welcomed the announcement of an expanded air transport agreement between Canada and Mexico. WestJet is scheduled to fly non-stop 95 times per week to Mexico from 19 Canadian cities as part of its 2011-2012 winter schedule. "Given that Mexico is a key part of our international air and vacation package strategy, we commend the Canadian and Mexican governments for their initiative and look forward to a completely open framework for non-stop flights between the two countries," said Hugh Dunleavy, WestJet Executive Vice-President, Strategy and Planning. "With convenient, non-stop service to Cancun, Cozumel, Cabo San Lucas, Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo, Mazatlan and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico remains one of the most popular destinations for WestJet guests. This expanded air transport agreement lays the framework for future growth in both leisure and business travel, and we look forward to exploring new opportunities in this important international market."