Canada Proposes Stronger Air Passenger Protections for Flight Disruptions

New regulations would require airlines to provide faster refunds, accommodations, and free seating for children under 14 with parents.

The Canadian Transportation Agency has proposed amendments to the Air Passenger Protection Regulations, aiming to enhance passenger rights during flight disruptions.
Airlines would be required to provide refunds within 15 days for cancellations or significant delays, halving the current 30-day timeframe.
New rules mandate airlines to offer meals for delays of two hours or more and accommodations for overnight delays, at no extra cost to passengers.
Parents traveling with children under 14 must be seated together without additional fees, with airlines responsible for arranging this at booking or later if necessary.
Airlines have raised concerns over the proposed rules, citing increased costs, operational challenges, and potential impacts on affordability and regional connectivity.