Calgary Airport

Calgary Airport Security Screeners at a Critical Juncture, Union Asserts

Calgary Airport Security Screeners at a Critical Juncture, Union Asserts

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma) :- Security screeners at Calgary International Airport have reached a critical juncture, with their union emphasizing the potential for significant enhancements if working conditions are improved.Front-line officers cite chronic understaffing, low wages, and high turnover as key challenges, creating an overworked environment while staff maintain rigorous security standards. Union representatives stress that timely improvements in compensation, scheduling, and workplace support could substantially boost staff morale. They also foresee that resolving staffing shortages will result in shorter wait times and a smoother travel experience for passengers. The Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) has not yet responded to…
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Calgary Airport to consolidate screening into faster, more convenient security checkpoints

Calgary Airport to consolidate screening into faster, more convenient security checkpoints

Calgary, Match 11, 2025, (National Times) : Construction is underway at the YYC Calgary International Airport Domestic Terminal building to consolidate all domestic security checkpoints into one centralized screening process. The updated infrastructure will eliminate the need to remove laptops, and permitted liquids, aerosols and gels from carry-on bags, making the screening process faster, more efficient and convenient.“This is a game changer,” says Chris Miles, Chief Operating Officer at the Calgary Airport Authority. “We’ll bring three separate screening checkpoints into one consolidated location that will move people through faster and allow us to meet and exceed expected passenger growth for…
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