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Democrat MP Jim Maloway (Elmwood-Transcona)
introduced a Private Members Bill
that will provide compensation to
airline passengers and a bill of rights
protecting travellers in Canada.
The bill includes measures on compensation
for overbooked flights, unreasonable
tarmac delays, cancelled flights,
the concern for late and misplaced
luggage, and all-inclusive pricing
by airline companies in their advertising.
“The
legislation is inspired by a European
Union law, where over-bookings have
dropped significantly,” said Maloway.
“Air Canada is already operating
under the European laws for their
flights in Europe. Why should an
Air Canada customer receive better
treatment in Europe than in Canada?”
The
bill of rights will ensure that
passengers are kept informed of
flight changes, whether they are
delays or cancelations. The new
rules will be posted in the airport
and airlines must inform passengers
of their rights and the process
to file for compensation.
“The
changes are not meant to punish
the airlines,” said Maloway. “If
the airlines follow the rules, they
will not have to pay one dollar
in compensation to travellers.”
Air
passenger bill of rights - Summary
of key provisions
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