Just announced today - as reported by the Globe and Mail. Ottawa International Airport Authority and its president and CEO, Paul Benoit announced that the Ottawa International Airport Authority is trimming general terminal fees charged to airlines by 5 per cent. While not much in the way of savings, it is nevertheless a great gesture on the part of the airport. It reflects an understanding not only of the airlines' predicament given the soaring cost of fuel but also the concerns of the tourism industry. All Canadian airports should follow suit and the Federal Government should match the reductions with a further 5%. The Canadian tourism industry is facing tremendous challenges going forward and it needs help. Manufacturing is not the only sector being hit by high oil prices and stiff foreign competition.-
Kudos to Mr. Benoit!
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Jaime Horwitz
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