Federal Transport Minister Anita Anand says she’s “extremely concerned” by the trend developing among Canada’s airlines, and is calling their CEOs to a meeting the middle of this month.
Her comments come after Air Canada announced it will start charging for carry-on bags and seat selection for those purchasing their lowest-cost tickets.
This follows WestJet’s introduction of it’s “Ultra Basic” fare in June, which has similar restrictions.
Anand says hard-working Canadians expect excellent service, not extra fees.
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The trend has seen airlines rake in far more in ancillary fees than in actual air fares.
Air Canada, for example, made almost two-billion dollars, U-S, in extra charges in 2022.
