Important Update: Air Canada Strike Averted
As of September 15, 2024
We’re pleased with the announcement that the potential Air Canada strike has been averted, and flights across Canada will not be impacted. We look forward to welcoming everyone to Charlottetown, PEI, for an exciting and uninterrupted event!
As of September 13, 2024
We recognize that the ongoing labour negotiations between Air Canada and the Air Line Pilots Association remain unresolved, and we understand this situation continues to create uncertainty for our attendees. Please know that the CLHIA takes these matters seriously and we continue to weigh all options. However, the CLHIA will proceed with the conference as scheduled for September 17-19.
Refund Policy Update:
In light of the potential strike, the CLHIA will amend its policy to offer refunds to those impacted by flight cancellations or disruptions. Please reach out to events@clhia.ca to inform us if you need to cancel. Refunds will be processed after the conference.
Hotel Adjustments:
If you need to cancel or adjust your flight plans, we strongly encourage you to modify your hotel reservation as soon as possible. Please contact the Delta Hotels Prince Edward directly at 1-844-496-8550 to make changes.
Alternate Airlines and Airports:
For those considering alternate travel options, the hotel has availability on September 14th and after the conference on the 19th, 20th, and 21st.
For any questions, please contact us at events@clhia.ca.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
As of September 9, 2024
We are aware of the latest developments in the ongoing labour negotiations between Air Canada and the Air Line Pilots Association, which could potentially lead to a strike impacting flights to and from the CLHIA Tax Officers Conference in Charlottetown, scheduled for September 17-19.
We understand this situation creates uncertainty for our attendees. However, the CLHIA continues to proceed as planned with the conference. We strongly encourage members to explore alternate travel options and continue monitoring updates on Air Canada's website.
Alternate Airlines and Airports:
We recommend considering other airlines flying to/from Charlottetown or booking flights through nearby airports such as Moncton and Halifax, where there are more options.
- WestJet operates in Charlottetown and Halifax. Use CLHIA’s discount code with WestJet for flights to/from Charlottetown only (CODE: 0J6W2CU)
- Porter operates from Charlottetown, Moncton and Halifax
- Flair operates from Charlottetown and Halifax.
Hotel Adjustments:
If you need to modify your hotel stay to accommodate a different flight, the Delta Hotels Prince Edward has availability from September 14th and after the conference on September 19th, 20th, and 21st. Please contact the hotel directly at 1-844-496-8550 to make changes and for the latest availability.
Cancellation Policy:
As of today, we are maintaining our current cancellation policy. However, we will continue to monitor the situation carefully and if the potential labour disruption is not resolved by the end of the week, we will revisit the cancellation policy and advise all participants.
For any questions, please contact us at events@clhia.ca.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.