West Jet

Founded in 1996 and based in Calgary, Alberta, WestJet Airlines Ltd. is Canada’s leading low-cost carrier and the country’s second-largest airline. What began with just a few aircraft and destinations has evolved into a robust operation supported by over 14,000 employees and nearly 200 aircraft. WestJet now serves more than 100 destinations across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe, and Asia.

WestJet’s core business revolves around scheduled passenger transport, supplemented by cargo, charter flights, and vacation packages through its subsidiaries. The WestJet Vacations division bundles flights with hotels, car rentals, and excursion options, while WestJet Cargo offers freight services using a converted freighter fleet. The company also runs a loyalty program, WestJet Rewards, allowing members to earn and redeem points on travel and vacation packages.

Strategically, WestJet operates regional routes through WestJet Encore, its feeder airline flying turboprop aircraft to smaller communities, enhancing connectivity across Canada. WestJet’s major clients are everyday travelers—both leisure and business—as well as travel agencies that make use of its vacation and package services. Its operations are headquartered in Calgary, with branches and hubs across Canadian airports, particularly in Toronto and Vancouver, ensuring a strong national and international presence.