Air Canada will refit all existing ‘Rouge’ Airbus aircraft  with new cabins and amenities, while Air Canada Express aircraft operated by Jazz will receive updated cabins and free Wi-Fi.

The program is well underway, with 15 Airbus A321s already flying with the upgrades. A330s currently on order will also benefit from the larger XL overhead lockers.

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The Jazz-operated regional aircraft including the Embraer E175 and Mitsubishi CRJ-900, will be fitted with the new cabin standard from 2026. Wi-Fi is currently being rolled out, with 55% of the fleet already completed. This is in addition to the previously announced upgrades to 25 De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft, which will undergo a full cabin redesign to install new seating and interiors.

“When customers step onto an Air Canada aircraft, they should instantly feel a sense of comfort, care, and pride,” said Mark Nasr, Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer at Air Canada. “Supported by award-winning service from co-workers across the company, this renewal program is about delivering that feeling consistently, across every flight. Whether traveling for business, leisure, or something in between, every update is designed with our customers in mind. Notably, this program includes an entirely new Air Canada Rouge product with cutting-edge in-flight entertainment, Fast, Free Wi-Fi, and seats that recline for all customers.”