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Air Canada Disables Comments After Celebrating First All-2SLGBTQIA+ Flight

Highlighting an all-2SLGBTQIA+ crew drew criticism that identity was being valued above professional competency.

TORONTO, ON - MARCH 13: The tail of a grounded Air Canada Boeing 747 MAX 8 is seen at Toronto Pearson International Airport after landing on March 13, 2019 in Toronto, Canada. U.S. President Donald Trump announced today that all 737 MAX 8 jets would be suspended from use following the recent crashes in Indonesia and Ethiopia. Several other countries, including Canada, China, and Australia have announced that they would also be grounding the jets. (Photo by Cole Burston/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Air Canada posted a video on X celebrating its first all-2SLGBTQIA+ flight as part of Pride Month.
  • The airline disabled comments on the post within hours after attracting a surge of negative replies.
  • Some social media critics argued the focus on crew identity overshadowed their professional qualifications.
  • Employees featured in the video described the initiative as a special moment for community visibility and acceptance.
  • In 2019, Air Canada adopted gender-neutral greetings on flights as part of its ongoing inclusivity efforts.