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Edmonton Destination Marketing Hotels Ltd. (EDMH) and Edmonton International Airport (YEG) have formalized a partnership through a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that will focus on the attraction of new and existing airlines, adding seat capacity and/or new routes to Edmonton.
Air service development plays a key role in growing the visitor economy with increased air passenger service to Edmonton and to EDMH member hotels.
“The role that Edmonton International Airport (YEG) plays in growing Edmonton’s tourism industry is vital to our city and our province. Both organizations understand the benefit of the work each does, and how this relationship benefits the entire city,” said Barnie Yerxa, board chair, EDMH.
The MOU will share benefits between the two organizations, ensuring that resources are focused on attracting new air service routes and fostering existing ones. The MOU will also serve to support travellers and businesses in the Edmonton Region and offer opportunities for global tourists and companies to explore the region.
“We’re proud to be part of this ecosystem of businesses working to improve the visitor economy in the Edmonton Region. We look forward to working with EDMH and other local organizations that recognize the importance of supporting air service development as a catalyst for attracting new routes and establishing the Edmonton Region as a destination visitors want to explore and do business in,” said Myron Keehn, president and CEO, Edmonton International Airport (YEG).
As of July 2023, YEG has welcomed nearly 4 million passengers through the airport and is on track to recover passenger numbers by approximately 90 per cent by the end of 2023, compared to 2019 passenger numbers.
This press release was prepared and distributed by Edmonton International Airport.
