WestJet

Airlines and AviationAlberta, Canada5001-10000 Employees

WestJet is a Canadian airline operating in the Airlines and Aviation industry, headquartered in Calgary, Alberta at 22 Aerial Place Northeast, t2e 3j1 Canada. The company employs 5,001 to 10,000 people and offers scheduled service to more than 120 destinations across North America, Central and South America, the Caribbean, Asia and Europe, with a fleet of nearly 200 aircraft and over 14,000 WestJetters. WestJet traces its origins to 1996, when it started with just over 200 employees, three aircraft and six destinations; its growth plan aims to create a stronger, more resilient low-cost airline, providing affordable travel options for Canadians. The company emphasizes reliability and operational excellence and engages in community investments with local and national charitable partners, and Forbes named it one of Canada’s best employers in 2024. WestJet has pursued partnerships to expand connectivity, including a reciprocal codeshare with Icelandair announced in June 2026, and collaborations with Tourism Calgary to extend stays for international visitors. Financial figures include revenue in the $500M-$1B range and funding of $550M.

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