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YYC launches “pawsitive” animal program for passengers
The Calgary Airport Authority (the Authority) has launched a new program featuring canine companions to enhance the passenger experience at Calgary International Airport (YYC). The Pre-Board Pals program brings furry guests and their volunteer sidekicks, to one of Canada's busiest airports to interact with and bring smiles to the millions of visitors that come through YYC each year.
April 12, 2016 By Marketwired
Pre-Board Pals is a collaboration between the Authority and Pet Access League Society (PALS) and is focused on providing comfort to passengers and employees by encouraging hands-on therapeutic interaction with pets — another added benefit for guests and travellers enjoying their time at YYC.
“Pre-Board Pals demonstrates our commitment and passion for providing an amazing airport experience at YYC,” said Garth Atkinson, President & CEO for The Calgary Airport Authority. “With millions of guests travelling through our airport each year, we know that our new pals will be another positive touchpoint for our passengers.”
The program, launching on National Pet Day, will feature four therapy dogs on shift at a time at Calgary International Airport, roaming the terminal and greeting guests at YYC every Thursday to Saturday during peak travel times.
Diana Segboer, Executive Director for PALS says, “We have an incredible team of dogs, and handlers, that the passengers at Calgary International Airport are absolutely going to love. Our teams look forward to sharing the power of puppy love at YYC.”
