{"id":491972,"date":"2026-04-10T09:55:45","date_gmt":"2026-04-10T13:55:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/?p=491972"},"modified":"2026-04-10T09:55:50","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T13:55:50","slug":"new-air-canada-cafes-in-montreal-and-vancouver-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/milesopedia.com\/en\/actualites\/compagnies\/new-air-canada-cafes-in-montreal-and-vancouver-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"New Air Canada Caf\u00e9s in Montreal and Vancouver (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Air Canada continues the modernization of its airport spaces with the opening of two new Air Canada Caf\u00e9s<\/a>: one at Montreal-Trudeau Airport (YUL)<\/a> in the transborder departures area, and a second at Vancouver Airport (YVR)<\/a> in the domestic flights C concourse. These establishments complement the carrier’s existing lounges and target eligible travelers seeking a more refined ground experience. It’s safe to say that the Aeroplan loyalty program<\/a> is becoming even more attractive for its high-status members. <\/p>\n\n

The Vancouver Air Canada Caf\u00e9<\/h2>\n\n

The second Air Canada Caf\u00e9 in Vancouver<\/a> opened on April 10, 2026. It is located in Concourse C, near gates 50 and 51. It is more spacious than the airport\u2019s first location, and the atmosphere is directly inspired by the natural setting of the West Coast. Opening hours are from 5:00 AM to 10:30 PM, daily. <\/p>\n\n

Menu and Beverages in Vancouver<\/h3>\n\n

The bar offers full service: specialty coffees prepared by baristas, local craft beers on tap, and a selection of wines from the Okanagan Valley. Among the wines, you’ll find Narrative Red and a ros\u00e9 sparkling wine from Okanagan Crush Pad, a long-time Air Canada partner. Artisanal cocktails and international wines round out the menu. <\/p>\n\n

On the food side, the offering focuses on hot and cold dishes with local inspiration, as well as self-serve cold snacks available all day. A wide range of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options is also available. <\/p>\n\n

Whether you feel like sitting down and relaxing, or you need a quick snack because time is tight, you will find what you need: a selection of locally inspired snacks and small treats to go to recharge before your trip.<\/p>\n\n

West Coast-Inspired Design<\/h3>\n\n

The design, created by Vancouver-based SmartDesign Group, is rooted in the city’s natural identity. A sculptural ceiling evokes the Stanley Park shoreline. The light fixtures, created by Vancouver’s A-N-D studio, recall the organic shape of pebbles. The space also features a custom artwork titled Connections<\/em>, created by Kelly Cannell, a Coast Salish artist and member of the Musqueam Band, as well as a painting by local artist Ren\u00e9e Van Halm. <\/p>\n\n

In other words: every detail has been designed to reflect the spirit of Vancouver. This is not a generic lounge copy-pasted from one airport to another. <\/p>\n\t