Erica Vella

Senior Advisor, Communications and Media Relations, Stakeholder Relations & Communications at @TorontoPearson | Former journalist | 📸: @ericavella

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Many of us have recently found ourselves rethinking the reasons for our journeys – not just where we fly, but why.

That’s the premise of the new podcast Y We Travel.

Hosts Eric Weiner and Pearson's Erica Vella speak with top travel writers and thinkers to explore the deeper motivations behind our journeys.

Y We Travel is available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other major podcast platforms. https://t.co/kyiZ7SliFO

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Attention NEXUS passengers: The NEXUS/Global Entry lane is currently unavailable at U.S. Preclearance.
Travellers are encouraged to use the Mobile Passport Control app to help expedite processing with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (USCBP).

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Toronto Pearson is aware of a motor vehicle incident outside Terminal 3 earlier this morning. Peel Police and Peel Paramedics are on scene. Some of the inner curb lanes outside T3 departures are closed to drivers for the investigation. The airport remains open and there is no impact on operations.

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If you're travelling through Terminal 1 at Toronto Pearson, you may be screened using @catsa_gc’s new CT X-ray technology.
This system allows passengers to keep large electronics, medical devices, and approved liquids, like aerosols, and gels in their carry-on baggage, streamlining the screening process through security.

You can learn more about the technology below.

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Did you know Toronto Pearson is home to over 1 million honeybees? 🐝

Through our #YYBeez program, we’ve transformed unused green space near the runways into a thriving habitat for honeybees — supporting urban biodiversity, pollinator health, and sustainable agriculture right here at Canada’s busiest airport.

Our YYBeez program illustrates our commitment to environmental stewardship, community education, and sustainability in action.

This year, we partnered with the Malton Youth Hub to decorate the beehive boxes, making the project even more meaningful for the local community.

Our beekeeper, Kuldip Jassal and youth from the Malton Youth Hub spoke about Toronto Pearson's YYBeez program and the newly decorated hives.

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Due to a Peel Police investigation outside Terminal 1 departures, passengers and vehicles are being rerouted to enter and exit through T1 arrivals.
We will provide updates throughout the morning.

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Toronto Pearson staff are currently conducting a thorough inspection of the runway to assess damage, with the goal of reopening as soon as possible. Safety is always our top priority.

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Toronto Pearson is aware of an incident upon landing involving a Delta Airlines plane arriving from Minneapolis. Emergency teams are responding. All passengers and crew are accounted for.

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We are in for another weekend of winter weather. Our surface maintenance specialists are hard at work clearing the airfield so we can keep planes moving safely.

Significant weather events may cause airlines to cancel or delay flights. Passengers should check their flight status before heading to the airport.
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Toronto Pearson hit an incredible milestone in 2024, welcoming eight new airlines, more than any other large airport in North America.

With 54 airlines flying to 180+ destinations around the globe, we are proud to be North America’s best-connected airport for international destinations.

You can read more about the new routes here: https://t.co/4D5MTgNHhA

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It's a snowy start to the new year! 🌨️

Snowflakes are falling, but we're only expecting trace amounts of snow accumulation today. Currently, we aren't seeing any impact to operations.

Our surface maintenance specialists are out in their state-of-the-art equipment clearing the runways.

Check out this video of them in action around 11 a.m.:

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We have entered into our peak holiday travel period. 2.7 million passengers are expected to pass through the airport over the next 18 days. As a gift🎁 we have some tips and tricks to help you have joyful experience.

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We chatted with @catsa_gc on some do’s and don’ts to make going through security a breeze this holiday season! Listen here to find out more on what’s suitable to pack in your carry on and what is better to leave in your checked baggage.

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Today, we honour those who have served in any nation’s Armed Forces and those who continue to serve. Flags will be flown at half-mast, with a moment of silence at 11 a.m. across the terminals and a special service in the T1 Interfaith Chapel at 10:45 a.m. Poppies, wreaths & posters available throughout the airport.

#LestWeForget #RemembranceDayAtPearson

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Today, we take a moment to honour members of our Canadian military. At Toronto Pearson, we have dedicated employees who show up both for work and for our country.

Darryl Casselman is Toronto Pearson’s Manager of Corporate Security and Investigations but he also serves in the Canadian Armed Forces with the rank of Master Warrant Officer and role of Company Sergeant Major in
a Reserve Regiment, The Royal Highland Fusiliers of Canada.

Here’s his story.

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Passengers are familiar with T1 and T3, but many years ago another terminal existed. Today, we are travelling back in time to learn more about the tale of Terminal Two.

Happy Halloween!

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We’re expecting a busy Canadian Thanksgiving weekend with about 500,000 travellers onboard around 4,400 flights starting today through Monday.

Airport Duty Manager Jake Keating has some tips and tricks for travellers this weekend to make the process as easy and stress free as possible.

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We’re almost through our annual Aircraft Recovery Exercise. With us is Gilbert Skerlan, Manager of Airside Operations at the GTAA to give us more details on today's emergency preparedness event.

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Toronto Pearson is closely tracking Hurricane Milton as airlines issue warnings and airports in Florida suspend operations.

Toronto Pearson Airport Duty Manager John Ventresca explains how the hurricane will impact flights connecting travellers to the Florida area.

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Geoffrey Hinton, a UofT professor and global leader in AI, won the Nobel Prize in physics this morning. In 2019 we spoke with Hinton during our Tech in TO series about why Hinton chose to call Toronto home. Series produced by @FarahNasser & @ericavella. https://t.co/mlaoXHEEp7