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What's Happening Across Our Community
Welcome to the Next Chapter of IAAE Canada
After more than 30 years of serving Canada's airport community, we're proud to introduce the new IAAE Canada, a community for Canada's airport professionals, along with a completely redesigned website.
Seeking Speakers & Sponsors for our Webinar Series
Following a successful launch this Summer, IAAE Canada's webinar series is expected to return this fall. We're now seeking speakers and sponsors to help shape the next season of practical learning for Canada's airport community.
Save the Date: F.O.A.M. 2027 Heads to Toronto
F.O.A.M. 2027 is officially coming to Toronto, May 3 to 5. Save the date and stay tuned as we release registration details, early bird pricing, sponsorship opportunities, venue information and more throughout the week.
Accredited Member Spotlight: Lydia Riddell, A.A.E.
Lydia Riddell, A.A.E., shares how growing up around aviation, embracing the unique challenges of a northern airport, and pursuing accreditation helped shape her journey to becoming an Accredited Airport Executive.
Just Confirmed: TP312 5th Edition - YLW - Oct 5-7
Registration is now open for our public TP312 5th Edition course in Kelowna, October 5 to 7. This instructor-led course is delivered over 2.5 days, including two days of classroom instruction and a half-day practical airfield component.
Accredited Member Spotlight: Emma Paat, A.A.E.
Emma Paat, A.A.E., shares how the Accreditation Academy, mentorship and the Board of Examiners helped shape her journey to becoming an Accredited Airport Executive and prepared her for future leadership opportunities.
Accredited Member Spotlight: Brandon Wiebe, A.A.E.
Brandon Wiebe, A.A.E., shares how his accreditation journey strengthened his leadership, broadened his perspective on airport management, and reinforced his commitment to lifelong learning within Canada's aviation industry.
Thank You for Making F.O.A.M. 2026 a Success
F.O.A.M. 2026 brought together airport professionals from 34 airports across Canada for three days of learning, networking and collaboration. Take a look back at one of our most successful conferences to date.