Air Canada's flight AC2201 from Vancouver to Beijing marks the first of three special charter flights transporting Team Canada to the Beijing 2022 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. The airline also named its Team Air Canada athlete ambassadors and outlined its comprehensive program in support of Team Canada's journey to excellence at the 2022 Winter Games.

Air Canada's charter flights operate with a 787 Dreamliner in a special livery. Flights from Vancouver to Beijing take place on January 26, January 29, and February 25, and return to Canada from Beijing to Vancouver and Toronto on February 21 and to Vancouver on March 14.

Team Air Canada Athlete Ambassadors

• Cassie Sharpe – Freestyle Skiing – Halfpipe
• Cynthia Appiah – Bobsleigh
• Gilmore Junio – Speed Skating – Long Track
• Marie-Philip Poulin – Ice Hockey
• Mikaël Kingsbury – Freestyle Skiing – Moguls
• Paralympians to be announced prior to Paralympic Games

In addition to the employees and crews dedicated to transporting Team Canada safely to and from the Beijing 2022 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, Air Canada is:

• Recognizing Team Canada's drive and determination through the airline's "Rise Higher" brand spot online via Air Canada's social media channels and in broadcast throughout the Games
• Presenting all Team Canada athletes with unique, personal care kits including Canadian-made travel essentials to help make their flight even more comfortable, together with a complimentary Wi-Fi streaming pass, courtesy of Air Canada partner Intelsat
• Providing all Team Canada athletes with Aeroplan points, complimentary 35K status which includes complimentary checked bags through the Aeroplan Elite Podium Program to help make their journey to the podium more travel friendly
• Encouraging fans to virtually connect with Team Canada in unique and innovative ways to enable them to experience the 2022 Winter Games as if they were there. Learn more about these exciting opportunities here

Air Canada has been a proud sponsor of the Canadian Olympic Team since 1988 and of the Canadian Paralympic Team since 2007.