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After a long day of travel, sometimes the most welcome sight is someone ready to say hello. At YSJ, that’s where the Fundy Wayfinders come in. The airport’s volunteer program connects community members with travellers who could use directions, answers to everyday questions or a little reassurance as they find their way. Among the first…
A place to play ball hockey. A meal. A chance to discover a career that hadn’t seemed possible. These are some of the ways community support can make a lasting difference for young people – and why YSJ is building a relationship with BGC Greater Saint John. The local BGC – known throughout most of…
A significant part of my job comes down to one goal: more flights, more often. So when people ask when Saint John is getting another flight, I understand why. It’s a fair question. Some people think getting air service means calling an airline and asking, “Can you come here, please?” The reality is, it can…
By Court Edeburn, President & CEO of the Saint John Airport As I sit in my office and look out over the runway at Saint John Airport, it’s hard not to reflect on what an incredible few weeks our region has had. Just a few days ago, this airport was filled with thousands of people…
A new gas station and restaurants are coming to Saint John Airport – but the bigger story is what they represent. The development, led by Neqotkuk (Tobique First Nation) on land leased from YSJ, marks the first major commercial project to get underway as part of an ambitious plan to put more of the airport’s…
New Brunswick’s film industry has been building something special over the past several years. From feature films to television productions, the province has proven it has what producers are looking for: experienced crews, diverse locations and communities ready to roll out the welcome mat. Few recent productions showcased that better than Revival, which filmed throughout…
August 6, 2026 Saint John Airport and Neqotkuk First Nation are pleased to provide an update regarding the commercial development project on lands surrounding the Saint John Airport following recent public discussion. The two organizations have been working together to advance the first phase of the project, which includes a gas station with two restaurant…
“It’s not that it’s a hard job – it’s just a continuous job,” says the YSJ equipment operator. Every summer, beginning when temperatures warm in mid-May, Ray and the maintenance team spend about three weeks repainting both runways. It takes three people: one operates the line-painting machine while two mark the beginning and end of…
For a few hours next month, David White will control the skies over YSJ. From an elevated platform overlooking Saint John Airport, David will put on his headset, key his radio and take control of the airfield and surrounding airspace. Every takeoff, landing and aerobatic performance at Air Show Atlantic will move through him.…
Natalie Withers’ title at Saint John Airport is accounting and administrative clerk. But spend a day with her and you quickly discover that the numbers are only part of the job. One moment, she may be working in the administrative office. The next, she could be installing signs, helping clean up the terminal or responding…