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UpdatesWestJet presents at the 2009 Global Transportation Conference. The presentation can be accessed through our webcast section.
All webcasts hosted by WestJet are archived below for a minimum 90 days from the date of the event. Webcasts hosted by others may have more limited availability.
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2009 Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders
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Tuesday, May 5, 2009, 2 p.m. MDT, 4 p.m. EDT |
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Clive Beddoe Chairman
Sean Durfy
President and Chief Executive Officer
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First quarter 2009 analysts' conference call
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Tuesday, May 5, 2009, 9 a.m. MDT, 11 a.m. EDT |
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Sean Durfy
President and Chief Executive Officer
Vito Culmone
Executive Vice-President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer
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National Bank Transportation and Logistics Conference
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Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at 10:45 a.m. EDT |
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Vito Culmone
Executive Vice-President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer
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CIBC World Markets 12th Annual Institutional Investor Conference
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Thursday, February 19, 2009, 2:40 p.m. PT, 5:40 p.m. ET |
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Vito Culmone
Executive Vice-President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer
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These webcasts include certain forward-looking statements that are based on WestJet's current expectations, estimates, projections and assumptions made in light of its experience and its perception of historical trends. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve a number of risks and uncertainties, and WestJet's actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by its forward-looking statements as a result of known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors. You are referred to the risk factors described in WestJet's most recent Management's Discussion and Analysis, Annual Information Form and other documents on file with the Canadian Securities Commission. The forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of the presentation, and WestJet undertakes no duty to update these statements to reflect subsequent changes in assumptions (or the trends or factors underlying them) or actual events or experience.
| | | | Release | Release Date | | December 2008 Traffic | Wednesday, January 7, 2009 | | January 2009 Traffic | Wednesday, February 4, 2009 | Q4 2008 Results and Conference Call | Wednesday, February 11, 2009 | | February 2009 Traffic | Wednesday, March 4, 2009 | | March 2009 Traffic | Monday, April 6, 2009 | | April 2009 Traffic | Tuesday, May 5, 2009 | Q1 2009 Results and Conference Call | Tuesday, May 5, 2009 | | Annual and Special Meeting | Tuesday, May 5, 2009 | | 2009 Investor Day | Thursday, May 28, 2009 | | May 2009 Traffic | Wednesday, June 3, 2009 | | June 2009 Traffic | Monday, July 6, 2009 | Q2 2009 Results and Conference Call | Thursday, August 6, 2009 | | July 2009 Traffic | Thursday, August 6, 2009 | | August 2009 Traffic | Thursday, September 3, 2009 | | September 2009 Traffic | Monday, October 5, 2009 | | October 2009 Traffic | Wednesday, November 4, 2009 | Q3 2009 Results and Conference Call | Wednesday, November 4, 2009 | | November 2009 Traffic | Thursday, December 3, 2009 | | December 2009 Traffic | Wednesday, January 6, 2010 | | January 2010 Traffic | Wednesday, February 3, 2010 |
WestJet is publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) under the symbols WJA and WJA.A.
Electronic copies of WestJet's public financial documents are available on SEDAR or can be downloaded here.
Transfer Agent and Register: CIBC Mellon Trust Company.
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- Why does WestJet have common voting shares and variable voting shares?
WestJet's articles provide restrictions with respect to subscriptions, issues, transfers or purchases of Common Voting Shares which would cause WestJet to cease to be "Canadian" as defined in the Canada Transportation Act. The applicable provisions of the Canada Transportation Act require that WestJet, as a corporation which indirectly wholly-owns the holder of a domestic license, a scheduled international license and a non-scheduled international license, be Canadian; that is WestJet must be, controlled in fact by Canadians and that at least 75% of its voting interests must be owned and controlled by Canadians. The definition of "Canadian" under Section 55(1) of the Canada Transportation Act may be summarized as follows: (a) a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident within the meaning of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (Canada), (b) a government in Canada or an agent of such a government, or (c) a corporation or other entity that is incorporated or formed under the laws of Canada or a province, that is controlled in fact by Canadians and of which at least 75%, or such lesser percentage as the Governor in Council may by regulation specify, of the voting interests are owned and controlled by Canadians.
- Every shareholder will be required to complete a declaration as to their Canadian status. Failure to complete such a declaration properly will result in the shares associated with such declaration not being tabulated in any vote of shareholders.
The articles, by-laws and policies of WestJet grant to the Board of Directors the powers necessary to give effect to the ownership restrictions, including all powers contemplated by the provisions of the Business Corporations Act (Alberta). WestJet has adopted certain policies, procedures and processes in order to monitor the number of its shares owned by Canadians to ensure that the provisions of its articles, by-laws and the Canada Transportation Act are complied with.
- Who can own or control common voting shares?
Common voting shares may only be owned and controlled by Canadians. Any common voting share owned or controlled by a person who is not a Canadian is deemed to be converted to a variable voting share.
- What is the voting right attached to a common voting share?
Each common voting share confers the right to one vote at all meetings of our shareholders.
- Who can own or control variable voting shares?
Variable voting shares are only owned or controlled by non-Canadians. Therefore, any variable voting share owned or controlled by a person who is Canadian, is deemed to be converted to a common voting share.
- What is the voting right attached to a variable voting share?
Variable voting shares carry one vote per variable voting share held, except where (i) the number of outstanding variable voting shares exceeds 25% of the total number of all issued and outstanding voting shares (or any other percentage that the Governor in Council may specify pursuant to the Canada Transportation Act), or (ii) the total number of votes cast by or on behalf of the holders of variable voting shares at any meeting on any matter on which a vote is to be taken exceeds 25% (or any greater percentage that the Governor in Council may specify pursuant to the Canada Transportation Act) of the total number of votes cast at such meeting. If either of the above-noted thresholds is surpassed at any time, the vote attached to each variable voting share will decrease automatically without further act or formality. Under the circumstances described in (i) in the immediately preceding paragraph, the variable voting shares as a class cannot carry more than 25% (or any other percentage that the Governor in Council may specify pursuant to the Canada Transportation Act) of the total voting rights attached to the aggregate number of issued and outstanding shares. Under the circumstances described in (ii) in the immediately preceding paragraph, the variable voting shares as a class cannot, for a given shareholders' meeting, carry more than 25% (or any other percentage that the Governor in Council may specify pursuant to the Canada Transportation Act) of the total number of votes cast on any matter on which a vote is to be taken. If the total number of votes cast by or on behalf of the holders of variable voting shares on any matter on which a vote is to be taken at the meeting exceeds 25% (or any higher percentage that the Governor in Council may specify pursuant to the Canada Transportation Act) of the aggregate votes that are cast on such matter, the votes attached to each variable voting share will decrease automatically and proportionately such that the total votes attached to the variable voting shares cast on the matter shall not exceed 25% of the aggregate votes. The constraints described above do not apply to variable voting shares held by a non-Canadian by way of security only or to variable voting shares held by one or more non-Canadian underwriters solely for the purpose of distributing the shares to the public, or by any non-Canadian person acting as an intermediary in the payment of funds or the delivery of securities in connection with trades in securities and providing centralized facilities for the clearing of trades in securities.
Our monthly traffic statistics can be viewed in our News Releases section.
Upcoming traffic statistic release dates can be found under key dates.
2009 | Month | Load Factor | ASM (billions) | RPM (billions) | | January | 76.8% | 1.485 | 1.141 | | February | 82.6% | 1.350 | 1.116 | | March | 81.8% | 1.521 | 1.246 | | April | 81.2% | 1.467 | 1.191 | | May | 74.1% | 1.436 | 1.064 | | Total | | 7.260 | 5.758 |
2008 | Month | Load Factor | ASM (billions) | RPM (billions) | | January | 76.2% | 1.357 | 1.034 | | February | 82.8% | 1.277 | 1.058 | | March | 86.5% | 1.431 | 1.239 | | April | 82.5% | 1.368 | 1.129 | | May | 79.5% | 1.419 | 1.129 | | June | 76.5% | 1.448 | 1.108 | | July | 79.7% | 1.558 | 1.242 | | August | 88.4% | 1.577 | 1.394 | | September | 75.4% | 1.417 | 1.069 | | October | 75.7% | 1.439 | 1.090 | | November | 76.1% | 1.387 | 1.056 | | December | 80.8% | 1.462 | 1.183 | | Total | 80.1% | 17.140 | 13.731 |
2007 | Month | Load Factor | ASM (billions) | RPM (billions) | | January | 75.8% | 1.173 | 0.890 | | February | 82.2% | 1.080 | 0.889 | | March | 85.1% | 1.196 | 1.018 | | April | 82.8% | 1.130 | 0.937 | | May | 80.0% | 1.182 | 0.946 | | June | 79.9% | 1.176 | 0.940 | | July | 82.6% | 1.270 | 1.050 | | August | 87.9% | 1.294 | 1.139 | | September | 78.7% | 1.224 | 0.963 | | October | 78.0% | 1.275 | 0.965 | | November | 75.5% | 1.222 | 0.923 | | December | 79.3% | 1.322 | 1.049 | | Total | 80.7% | 14.544 | 11.739 |
WestJet is followed by the analysts listed below. This list is provided for information purposes only and is subject to change as coverage is added or dropped by a firm.
Opinions, estimates or forecasts regarding WestJet's performance that are made by these analysts are theirs alone and not the opinions, estimates or forecasts of WestJet or our management.
WestJet does not endorse, adopt or concur with any analysts' report or any statements, opinions, estimates or forecasts contained therein. Moreover, WestJet does not and will not distribute copies of analysts' reports to investors or other persons.
| Firm | Analyst | Phone | | BAS - Merrill Lynch | Michael Linenberg | 1-212-449-7170 | | BMO | Claude Proulx | 1-514-286-3501 | | CIBC World Markets | Chris Murray | 1-416-956-6807 | | Genuity Capital Markets | David Tyerman | 1-416-687-5417 | | National Bank | David Newman | 1-416-869-6754 | | Paradigm Capital | Doug Cooper | 1-416-363-5115 | | Raymond James | Ben Cherniavsky | 1-604-659-8244 | | RBC Dominion Securities Inc. | Nick Morton | 1-416-842-7833 | | Research Capital | Jacques Kavafian | 1-416-860-7797 | | Salman Partners | Jayson Moss | 1-604-622-5298 | | TD Newcrest (A division of TD Securities Inc.) | Tim James | 1-416-308-9773 | | UBS Securities Canada Inc. | Fadi Chamoun | 1-416-350-4855 | | Versant Partners | Cameron Doerksen | 1-514-845-8111 , ex. 232 |
- What exchange is WestJet stock traded on?
WestJet stock is traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX).
- What is WestJet's stock symbol?
WestJet's ticker symbol is WJA and WJA.A.
- Can I buy stock from WestJet directly?
WestJet does not have a direct purchase plan. If you wish to invest, you will need to purchase stock from the public market. Your broker or investment advisor can help you make the purchase. If you don't have an investment advisor, check with your bank or financial institution for assistance.
- When did WestJet become a public company?
WestJet's initial public offering (IPO) was on July 13, 1999.
- How much did WestJet's stock cost when you first went public?
WestJet stock opened at $2.96 per share on the first day of trading (value is adjusted for WestJet's three three-for-two stock splits).
- Has WestJet stock ever split?
WestJet stock has split three times. The first three-for-two split took place on May 10, 2000, as approved by WestJet shareholders on May 4, 2000. The second three-for-two split occurred on May 1, 2002, as approved by shareholders on April 25, 2002. The third three-for-two split occurred on May 5, 2004 as approved by shareholders on April 28,2004.
- Does WestJet stock pay dividends?
WestJet shares do not currently pay dividends and we have no plans to implement a dividend plan in the near future. Because we do not pay dividends, we do not have a dividend reinvestment program.
- Are WestJet's public documents available online?
WestJet's recent annual and quarterly reports and our prospectuses are available for download on this site. All other public documents are available electronically from SEDAR (Canadian Securities Commission).
- How can I get copies of WestJet's financial documents?
Visit our Reports page to download copies of our financial information.
- What is the difference between common and variable shares?
Please visit our Stock Info for a more complete discussion.
- I received more than one copy of the annual or quarterly report.
If you are receiving duplicate annual or quarterly reports from us, it is likely because your WestJet stock is held in more than one account. Please contact our transfer agent who can help remove the duplicate mailings.
- How do I change my name or address?
To ensure share records are kept up-to-date, please contact our transfer agent with any name or address changes.
Corporate Profile and History WestJet was founded in 1996 by a team of Calgary entrepreneurs. With 220 WestJetters, we began service on February 29, 1996, to five cities in Western Canada. Due in large part to our award-winning corporate culture and commitment to providing guests with a friendly and caring WestJet experience, business quickly soared and WestJet has become Canada's leading high-value low-fare airline. For a brief history lesson on WestJet's milestones and the big-picture on our business, please see our backgrounder.
To learn more about out why we are one of the most profitable airlines in North America, please see the strategic plan and financial highlights in our fact sheet.
Corporate Profile and History WestJet was founded in 1996 by a team of Calgary entrepreneurs. With 220 WestJetters, we began service on February 29, 1996, to five cities in Western Canada. Due in large part to our award-winning corporate culture and commitment to providing guests with a friendly and caring WestJet experience, business quickly soared and WestJet has become Canada's leading high-value low-fare airline. For a brief history lesson on WestJet's milestones and the big-picture on our business, please see our backgrounder.
To learn more about out why we are one of the most profitable airlines in North America, please see the strategic plan and financial highlights in our fact sheet.
Why do WestJetters care so much? Because we're also WestJet owners. WestJet is honoured to have been recently awarded the title of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Culture by Waterstone Human Capital for the third year in a row. This accolade is the result of our WestJetters' relentless commitment to our culture and values. The support from our guests over the past 12 years is appreciated and has helped us achieve tremendous growth and success. We believe that our unique, friendly and caring culture sets us apart in the airline industry. Our guests have embraced our vision for air travel and we truly appreciate your encouragement and loyalty. That safe and cared-for feeling on every WestJet flight is created by the over 6,700 fun and friendly WestJetters that care about each other and our guests everyday. This award belongs to each and every one of them. We thank Waterstone Human Capital for this honour and for recognizing the importance of corporate culture in maintaining a successful organization. Our mission: To enrich the lives of everyone in WestJet's world by providing safe, friendly and affordable air travel. Our vision: By 2016, WestJet will be one of the five most successful international airlines in the world providing our guests with a friendly and caring experience that will change air travel forever. Our values: Commitment to safety Positive and passionate in everything we do Appreciative of our People and Guests Fun, friendly and caring Align the interests of WestJetters with the interests of the company Honest, open and keep our commitments
1996 - WestJet founded by Clive Beddoe, Mark Hill, Tim Morgan and Donald Bell.
- February 29 - WestJet takes to the skies with 220 employees and three aircraft (Boeing 737-200s) to the cities of Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary, Edmonton and Winnipeg.
- Later that year, WestJet adds Victoria, Regina and Saskatoon to its route network.
1997 - WestJet begins service to Abbotsford.
1999 - WestJet adds Thunder Bay, Prince George, Grande Prairie and Brandon (discontinued in 1999, returned in 2001 and discontinued again later that year) to its service area.
- In July, WestJet completes its Initial Public Offering of 2.5 million common shares.
- In December, WestJet announces that it will expand service to Eastern Canada.
2000 - Between March and June, WestJet adds service to the Eastern Canadian cities of Hamilton, Moncton and Ottawa, creating an Eastern network with Hamilton as the hub.
- WestJet announces its first stock split.
2001 - WestJet accepts delivery of its first Boeing Next-Generation 737 aircraft (a 737-700).
- WestJet adds new service to Fort McMurray, Comox, Sudbury (discontinued in September 2003), Thompson (discontinued in November 2002) and Sault Ste. Marie (discontinued in September 2003).
2002 - WestJet adds service to two new Ontario destinations, London and Toronto .
- In February, WestJet successfully offers three million common shares yielding net proceeds of $78.9 million.
- WestJet announces its second stock split.
- WestJet named one of Canada 's top 100 employers.
2003 - WestJet adds service to the new markets of Montréal, Windsor (discontinued in October 2005), Halifax, St. John's and Gander (discontinued in April 2005).
- WestJet adds more legroom onboard its aircraft.
2004 - WestJet commences transborder service commences in the fall to the cities of Los Angeles, San Francisco (discontinued in January 2006), Phoenix, Fort Lauderdale, Tampa , Orlando and New York (discontinued in July 2005).
- WestJet named Canada 's second most respected corporation.
- WestJet announces its third stock split.
- WestJet installs the first live seatback television onboard its Next-Generation aircraft.
2005 - WestJet begins service to Charlottetown, Las Vegas, Palm Springs (seasonal), San Diego (discontinued in October 2005) Maui (seasonal), Honolulu (seasonal) and Fort Myers (seasonal).
- WestJet named Canada 's most admired corporate culture.
- Clive Beddoe named one of Canada 's most respected CEOs.
- WestJet retires the last Boeing 737-200.
2006 - WestJet named Canada 's most admired corporate culture for the second year in a row.
- WestJet celebrates its 10th birthday in February.
- WestJet adds service to West Palm Beach and Nassau (its first international destination).
- WestJet Vacations is launched in June.
2007 - WestJet launches community investment program WestJet Cares for Kids.
- WestJet adds service to Kitchener-Waterloo-Cambridge, Saint John and Deer Lake (seasonal).
- WestJet is first airline in North America to launch the electronic boarding pass.
- WestJet adds service to Montego Bay, Jamaica; Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic; Punta Cana, Dominican Republic; Mazatlan, Mexico, Cabo San Lucas; Mexico and St. Lucia.
- WestJet announces that service to its third Hawaiian destination, Kona, commencing in 2008.
- WestJet accepts its 70 th Next Generation Boeing 737.
- WestJet named Canada 's most admired corporate culture for the third year in a row.
2008 - WestJet announces service to Quebec City starting May 18, 2008.
- WestJet announces service to New York City via Newark International Airport starting June 2, 2008.
- WestJet accepts its 74th Next Generation Boeing 737.
Review individual biographies by clicking the Executive Team member links provided below.
Sean Durfy - bio
President and CEO
"The airline industry is a fascinating puzzle. When you put the pieces together correctly as WestJet has, it's a beautiful picture." "Every industry has a winner. In the North American airline industry, winning is based on past performance and WestJet's financial and guest performance speaks for itself." Sean Durfy became WestJet President in September 2006 and Chief Executive Officer in September 2007. As President and CEO, Sean is responsible for both the strategic direction of the company and the day-to-day operations of the airline, leading over 7,300 WestJetters as they deliver an exceptional guest experience. Sean joined WestJet's Executive team in 2004 as Executive Vice-President Sales, Marketing and Airports. His work in sales and marketing increased the airline's profile and saw WestJet named one of the top three brands of the year, earning Sean the honour of Marketer of the Year. Since Sean's arrival at WestJet, the airline has grown domestic market share by eight per cent, expanded its presence in the transborder and international markets, and has signed a memorandum of understanding to build a distribution and codeshare agreement with U.S. based Southwest Airlines. Today, WestJet is the most profitable airline in North America and the fourth most profitable in the world. In 2008, it will reach approximately $2.5 billion in gross revenue. Before WestJet, Sean served as President and Chief Operating Officer of ENMAX Energy Corporation and as an Officer of ENMAX Corporation, from April 1999 until December 2004. In this time, he successfully led ENMAX Energy and guided the company through the deregulation of Alberta's electricity industry, positioning it as a profit leader in the North American electricity market. Born and raised in Corner Brook, Newfoundland, Sean grew up in Atlantic Canada, graduating from Dalhousie University with a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Marketing and Finance. An avid runner, skier and sports enthusiast, Sean believes success comes from the proper life balance of physical health, family and career. He and his much better half, Tracy, have two children, Kennedy and Reilly. Sean's favourite WestJet destinations to vacation with his family include Maui, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, and Palm Springs, California.
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Vito Culmone - bio
Executive Vice-President, Finance, CFO
"I feel quite privileged to be working for an organization that is unique in many special ways and is succeeding in an otherwise difficult industry." "At WestJet, we've hit upon an exceptional formula that combines a low cost structure with a high value proposition to position us to create long term benefits for our shareholders, WestJetters and guests." Vito Culmone became Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice-President, Finance, in 2007. He is responsible for the overall financial management of WestJet and its financial reporting, as well as for multiple corporate functions including the controllership, treasury, investor relations, legal, purchasing and planning. The finance group also provides strategic business advice for WestJet, ultimately creating value for our shareholders. Vito obtained his Chartered Accountant designation while at Price Waterhouse and holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Toronto. He has worked in a number of business environments, most recently as Vice-President Commercial Finance at Molson Canada. During his 12-year career at Molson Inc., Vito worked both domestically and internationally in various senior leadership roles and has significant experience in negotiating, evaluating and leading strategic investment opportunities for the purpose of creating shareholder value. His previous roles at Molson included Vice-President, Controller and Corporate Finance, Molson Inc. (pre-merger with Coors) and Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer of Molson USA. Vito is a firm believer in living life to its fullest and that includes finding work that you are passionate about. He is the father of two children, Michael and Emily, and his favourite WestJet destination is the Hawaiian Islands.
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Bob Cummings - bio Executive Vice-President, Guest Experience and Marketing
"WestJet's people driven differentiation is evident on every flight. There is no place I would be more proud to work. I feel very fortunate!" "Fundamentals drive success. We deliver a remarkable guest experience at a reasonable price." Bob Cummings became Executive Vice-President of Guest Experience and Marketing in September, 2006. Responsible for revenue management, scheduling and network planning, marketing and communications, strategic planning, business development, cultural activation and guest experience, Bob and his team ensure that planning, pricing, scheduling, products, external and internal communications, cultural events and guest experience are all integrated to support the WestJet brand. Bob joined WestJet in March 2005 as Vice-President, Marketing and quickly mobilized his team to create the Owners advertising campaign. This campaign has since become the most successful brand communications platform in WestJet history. Bob's strategic insight, proven leadership and attention to detail has led to development of significant capabilities and demonstrable results in advertising, product development and management, research and guest experience. More recently, Bob has provided leadership, guidance and support to WestJet's high-performing strategic planning, pricing, revenue management, network and scheduling areas. The competencies and market-driven actions of these areas have received notable external accolades in recent quarters. Bob is extremely proud that WestJet has been named one of Canada's 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures four years in a row (2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008). Bob was named Canada's top marketing executive by Canadian Business magazine in 2008. A native of Edmonton, Bob achieved his undergraduate degree in 1989 from the University of Victoria, followed by his MBA from Queen's University in 1992. Bob worked for over eight years in the wireless industry in Canada and was instrumental in the quick penetration of mobile phone service within Romania. In Romania, he led the building of, and oversaw business development and several of the marketing functions, for Mobifon (now Vodafone). WestJet's caring, friendly and appreciative brand attributes align perfectly with Bob's personal values. Bob believes in Ohana (family comes first). Bob is married with two girls and enjoys nothing more than seeing excitement and joy on his daughters' faces, whether they are at Disney World or playing hockey. Not surprisingly, Bob's favourite WestJet destinations are Orlando and Los Angeles.
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Hugh Dunleavy - bio Executive Vice-President, Commercial Distribution
"Just because WestJet has been successful in the past is no guarantee that we will be successful in the future. This is why we work hard to adapt and evolve our business model to continue to extract a competitive advantage in the marketplace."Dr. Hugh Dunleavy became Executive Vice-President of Commercial Distribution and IT in September 2006. Commercial Distribution encompasses sales, distribution (including web, Call Centres and GDS), cargo, WestJet Vacations and information technology. Hugh and his team make certain that WestJet's seats are available for sale across all channels, that the fares are competitive in each market and that we continue to profitably grow WestJet's business year over year. Hugh's responsibility for IT means that he is also responsible for ensuring that all of our technology infrastructure, business applications and communications infrastructure are implemented in a robust and scalable environment to operate at optimal levels to maintain the operational integrity of WestJet as we continue to grow and expand our business. Hugh joined WestJet in January 2005 as Vice-President, Revenue. He quickly introduced changes to both the revenue management and network planning strategies resulting in significant improvements to WestJet's financial performance indicators including an increase in load factor, yield and revenue per available seat mile. Hugh has been working in the airline industry for over 25 years and has a solid reputation for delivering high quality results. Prior to joining WestJet, Hugh held senior management positions at PROS (Passenger Revenue Optimization Systems), Star Alliance and Lufthansa Systems. He has a PhD in Theoretical Physics with an undergraduate degree in Physics from Sheffield University in the UK. Ever the academic, Hugh has also held the position of Professor of Operations Management at the John Molson School of Business at Concordia University. Hugh believes that life is a journey and that we should ensure we enjoy every day we have. His favourite WestJet destinations are Hawaii and Florida.
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Ken McKenzie - bio Executive Vice-President, Operations
 "I never tire of folks telling me why they love working at WestJet and I couldn't agree with them more - it's the people."
"It doesn't matter if you win or lose - until you lose." His heart may belong in the clouds, but WestJet's Executive Vice-President, Operations, always has at least one foot firmly planted on the ground. Ken McKenzie joined the WestJet team as Director, Regulatory Affairs in April 2005, and quickly moved to the position of Vice-President, Operational Development in December of the same year. As director, Ken was instrumental in the successful negotiation of the WestJet Pilots' Agreement, while his team rationalized the structure of Flight Operations, significantly enhancing its efficiency. In September 2006, Ken McKenzie was appointed Executive Vice President, Operations for WestJet. In this role Ken oversees WestJet's airport operations, flight operations, fleet planning, government relations, inflight and technical operations. Ken holds an Airline Transport Licence, his Commercial Helicopter Licence and is qualified as a pilot on WestJet's Next-Generation Boeing 737s, providing a spectrum of valuable insight to his role as EVP, Operations, at WestJet. In fact, it's a high-flying role he's been preparing for his whole career. Graduating from the University of Manitoba with a Bachelor of Arts in Management, Ken pursued his love of flying in the Canadian Armed Forces, functioning as Officer in Charge of the Rescue Coordination Centre (Trenton) and Canadian Mission Control Centre. On his way to the top, he has been responsible for Regulatory Affairs at Air Canada Jazz, worked as Program Director for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees in West Africa, as well as Chief Executive Officer of a Vancouver security service.When he isn't behind a WestJet desk or piloting a WestJet 737, Ken can be found spending time sailing with his two daughters and Sonia, his wife of 22 years. Ken is also an active board member of the Alberta Shock Trauma Air Rescue Society and sits on the Calgary Zoo Board of Directors. His favourite WestJet destinations are Victoria, Halifax and Maui.
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Ferio Pugliese - bio Executive Vice-President, People
 "I have come across many organizations that talk about the importance of values and culture. At WestJet we do more than talk about it, we LIVE IT! Our award-winning culture drives a great guest experience every day. That's only because we have the right people on our team. That's what makes me a proud WestJetter." "When you believe in your people and empower them to do the right thing, make sure you fasten your seatbelt and are ready to take off!" "In this competitive industry we can never lose sight of the things that are fundamentally important to sustaining and growing our business for the long term. As a people driven company, focused on being an industry leader, we are soaring to new heights and landing on great opportunities every day — that's the spirit of WestJet." Ferio Pugliese became WestJet's Executive Vice-President of People on June 11, 2007 and is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the airline's people (human resource) programs for more than 7,300 WestJetters. Ferio and his team diligently define and execute people plans that support WestJet's culture and strategic direction. A certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP), Ferio holds a Master of Arts degree from Central Michigan University, an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Science and a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Windsor. Ferio is a member of the Conference Board of Canada's National Human Resources Executive council and has worked in various senior leadership roles. His experience includes facilitating organizational effectiveness and business transformation as well as implementing positive employee relations, talent management and compensation programs that recognize and leverage talent at all organizational levels. Prior to joining WestJet, Ferio's previous roles included Vice-President of Human Resources at Catalyst Paper Corporation in Vancouver, Director of Human Resources Development at Windsor Casino Ltd., and Director of Human Resources Development at Casino Rama, Carnival Resorts and Casinos. In 2007, Ferio was recognized by Caldwell Partners as one of Canada's Top 40 Under 40. With a passion for business, Ferio believes in always pushing your comfort zone and believing in yourself and the people around you, so that together you can reach new heights. Originally from northern Ontario, Ferio loves the great game of hockey. As avid skiers, Ferio, his wife Pam and two children Nicholas and Nathan are enjoying life in western Canada. Ferio's favourite WestJet destinations include Nassau, Maui and Vancouver.
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Fred Ring - bio
Executive Vice-President, Corporate Projects
 Fred Ring joined the Executive team in September 2002. In his role as Executive Vice-President, Corporate Projects, Fred is responsible for the Corporate Real Estate department, which provides for the space and facility needs required in every city that WestJet serves. In addition to airport and hangar development, building operations and space planning, Fred's primary focus is the planning and development of a Campus plan that features a new office building located adjacent to the Calgary Hangar. This new office tower will consolidate seven office buildings into one large Campus. Fred joined WestJet in February 2001 as a front line WestJetter where he worked at the airport and call centre. He then moved into Training and Development to assist with training programs for our Customer Service Agents and Sales Super Agents prior to assuming leadership in the People department. Before moving into his current role, Fred held the position of Executive Vice-President, People, where he successfully built the People team and Training and Development team at WestJet over a four and a half year period. Originally from Saskatchewan, Fred has lived in Calgary for over 40 years. He attended the University of Calgary obtaining his Bachelor of Arts and Masters of Education degrees. Prior to joining WestJet Fred spent 32 years as an educator, counsellor and administrator, retiring as Principal of Western Canada High School in Calgary. Fred and his wife Judy are proud parents of two daughters and recently became grandparents. Fred enjoys running and long walks with his dog, which he will often refer to as his best friend.
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Clive J. Beddoe - bio Calgary (Alberta)
Clive Beddoe is a founding shareholder and Chairman of the Board of Directors of WestJet. In September 2007, Clive was appointed WestJet Chairman having previously held the roles of President and Chief Executive Officer. Clive has been instrumental in making WestJet one of the most successful airlines in recent aviation history. Clive's keen business acumen has shaped the development of WestJet's corporate culture, executive team and strategy. A true entrepreneur, Clive's strong background in financial planning and strategic management was gained through several successful real estate and plastics enterprises. In 2000, Clive and his fellow WestJet founders received the Worldwide Award for Teamwork at the World Entrepreneur of the Year celebrations. In 2001, he received the Pinnacle Award, and in that same year, WestJet was awarded the "Business Ethics" award from the Better Business Bureau of Southern Alberta. In 2002 and 2003, WestJet was named one of Canada's most respected companies, and in 2003, WestJet received the Most Respected Corporation title for Innovative Practices from Alberta Venture Magazine. In 2004, Clive received the prestigious Canadian Business Leader Award from the University of Alberta Faculty of Business and the Business Advisory Council. Clive is a resident of Calgary, having immigrated to Canada from England in 1970. Married with two children, Clive is a private pilot licensed to fly numerous types of aircraft. It was through this keen interest in aviation that spurred the formation of WestJet.
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Hugh Bolton - bio Calgary (Alberta)
Mr. Bolton is a Chartered Accountant and Fellow of the Alberta Institute of Chartered Accountants, and the former Chairman, CEO and partner in Coopers & Lybrand Canada, Chartered Accountants. Mr. Bolton is currently the non-executive Chair of EPCOR Utilities Inc. and the Lead Director of Matrikon Inc. He is also a board member of the Canadian National Railway Company, Teck Cominco Limited and TD Bank Financial Group. Mr. Bolton joined WestJet's Board of Directors in September 2005.
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Sean Durfy - bio Calgary (Alberta)
Sean Durfy became WestJet President in September 2006 and added Chief Executive Officer to his title in September 2007. As President and CEO, Sean is responsible for both the strategic direction of the company and the day-to-day operations of the airline, leading its over 6,000 people as they deliver exceptional guest experiences.
Sean joined WestJet's Executive team in 2004 as Executive Vice-President Sales, Marketing and Airports. His work in sales and marketing increased the airline's profile and saw WestJet named one of the top three brands of the year, earning Sean the honour of Marketer of the Year.
Since Sean's arrival at WestJet, the airline has grown domestic market share five per cent, expanded its presence in the transborder and international market, and increased its product offering with items such as pay-per-view in-flight movies and buy-on-board food. In 2007, WestJet will break $2 billion in gross revenue, entering the big league of airline players.
Before WestJet, Sean served as President and Chief Operating Officer of ENMAX Energy Corporation and as an Officer of ENMAX Corporation, from April 1999 until December 2004. In this time, he successfully started ENMAX Energy and guided the company through the deregulation of Alberta's electricity industry, positioning it as a profit leader in the North American electricity market.
Born and raised in Corner Brook, Newfoundland, Sean grew up in Atlantic Canada, graduating from Dalhousie University with a Bachelor of Commerce, in Marketing and Finance. An avid runner, skier and sports enthusiast, Sean believes success comes from the proper life balance of physical health, family and career. A father of two, Sean's favourite WestJet destinations to vacation with his family include Maui and Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island.
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Brett Godfrey - bio Brisbane (Australia)
Mr. Godfrey is the co-founder and CEO of Virgin Blue Airlines in Australia. In the early ‘90s, Mr. Godfrey began his Virgin career as Finance Manager for Virgin Atlantic. He was Financial Controller for Sherrard/National Jet in Melbourne, and worked as a Chartered Accountant with Touche Ross in the firm’s Canadian office. Mr. Godfrey holds a business degree from Victoria University in Melbourne, Australia and is an award winning leader. Mr. Godfrey joined WestJet’s Board of Directors in August 2006.
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Murph Hannon - bio Calgary (Alberta)
Mr. Hannon is currently President of Murcon Development Ltd., a private investment company engaged in oil and gas exploration, real estate development and various manufacturing and product development businesses. Mr. Hannon has been involved for over 25 years in various entrepreneurial enterprises including hotel, condominium and single family real estate development, as well as the start-up and development of junior oil and gas companies. Mr. Hannon was also President of Canadian Hydrodynamics Ltd., the largest supplier of drill stem test information to the Canadian oil industry. In addition to WestJet, Mr. Hannon serves in either a Board or Advisory capacity to the following public and private companies: Berkana Energy Corp. (formerly Rosetta Exploration Inc.), Annapolis Investment Limited Partnership II, FX Energy Inc. and Riley Park Village Properties. Mr. Hannon has been involved with WestJet since its initial conception and has been a member of the Board of Directors since December 1996.
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Don Hougan - bio Calgary (Alberta)
Don Hougan joined WestJet in 1999 as a First Officer and became a Captain in 2000. He has been an active member of WestJet's Pro-Active Communications Team (PACT), WestJet's employee representation, through the WestJet Pilots' Association. He was elected PACT Chairman in February 2007 and joined the Board of Directors in May of the same year as the PACT representative.
Don started his flying career in 1975 at Mount Royal College in Calgary, graduating from a two-year program with an Aviation Diploma. His first job as a pilot was in Yellowknife as a First Officer with LaRonge Aviation and subsequently with Dome Petroleum. Don received his Boeing 737 endorsement in 1986.
After eight years running his own bottled water company, taking it through an IPO in 1995, Don returned to flying in 1996 as a Twin Otter pilot. Don is married with two adult children. His daughter currently attends university and his son will be a fourth generation aviator on completion of his flight training.
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Allan Jackson - bio Calgary (Alberta)
Mr. Jackson is currently the President and Chief Executive Officer of Arci Ltd., a real estate investment company, and President and Chief Executive Officer of Jackson Enterprises Inc., a holding and consulting company. Mr. Jackson's near 40 years of business experience is a welcome addition to WestJet's Board of Directors. Mr. Jackson has brought to WestJet's Board knowledge from his experiences serving on the Board of Directors for Canadian Western Bank, Princeton Developments Ltd., and the Calgary Centre for Performing Arts, Member Building Committee. Mr. Jackson joined WestJet's Board of Directors in September 2003.
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Barry Jackson - bio Calgary (Alberta)
Barry Jackson, 55, is the retired Chair of Resolute Energy Inc. and Deer Creek Energy Limited. He was formerly President, CEO and a director of Crestar Energy Inc. He has worked in the oil and gas industry since 1974. Barry has a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from the University of Calgary and is a member of the Association of Professional Engineers, Geologists and Geophysicists of Alberta. He has served on the boards of several public companies. Barry is Chair of TransCanada Corporation and TransCanada PipeLines Limited and a director of Nexen Inc. and Laricina Energy Ltd. Mr. Jackson joined WestJet's Board of Directors in February 2009
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Wilmot Mathews - bio Toronto (Ontario)
Mr. Matthews has been involved in all aspects of investment banking by serving in various positions with Nesbitt Burns Inc. and its predecessor companies from 1964 until his retirement in September, 1996, most recently as Vice Chairman and Director. Mr. Matthews is currently President of Marjad Inc., a personal investment company. He is Chairman and CEO of Helptrain Inc. a sales, marketing, E-learning and E-business process company. He also serves on the Board of Directors of Husky Energy Ltd. as well as several other private companies and clubs. Mr. Matthews joined WestJet's Board of Directors in December 1996.
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L.M. (Larry) Pollock - bio Edmonton (Alberta)
Larry Pollock is the President and Chief Executive Officer of both the Canadian Western Bank and Canadian Western Trust. He is also a Director of Canadian Direct Insurance (a subsidiary of CWB), EPCOR, Canadian Helicopters Income Trust, and the Edmonton Eskimos, and is a member of the Executive Council of the Canadian Bankers' Association and Campaign Chair of the Edmonton YMCA. Mr. Pollock graduated from the Saskatchewan Institute of Applied Arts & Sciences in Business Administration. Mr. Pollock joined WestJet's Board of Directors in September 1999.
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Arthur Scace - bio Toronto (Ontario)
Mr. Scace is a former Chairman of McCarthy Tétrault LLP, Barristers and Solicitors in Toronto. Mr. Scace is currently the non-executive Chairman of The Bank of Nova Scotia, and has served on the boards of numerous public companies, including The Canada Life Assurance Company, Gerdau Ameristeel and various companies within The Brompton Group of Companies. He is Past President and Chairman of the Canadian Opera Company. Mr. Scace joined WestJet's Board of Directors in September 2005.
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WestJet operates the most modern fleet in North America, of any large commercial airline, comprised of 76 Boeing Next-Generation 737 aircraft equipped with more legroom, leather seats and live seatback television. WestJet's fleet includes the Boeing Next-Generation 737-600, 737-700 and 737-800. Both the 737-700 and 737-800 series aircraft are all equipped with blended winglets. Blended Winglet Technology by Aviation Partners Boeing improves the aerodynamic performance and handling characteristics of the 737 while boosting range and reducing fuel burn by up to four per cent.
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737-700 |
737-800 |
737-600 |
| Guest capacity |
136 |
166 |
119 |
| Engine |
GE/Snecma CFM56-7B,
24, 200 lbs |
GE/Snecma CFM56-7B,
27, 300 lbs |
GE/Snecma CFM56-7B,
22, 700 lbs |
| Avg seat pitch |
32" |
34" |
32" |
| Cruise speed |
530 mph - 850 kph - 460 knots |
530 mph - 850 kph - 460 knots |
530 mph - 850 kph - 460 knots |
| Max altitude |
41,000 ft (12,500 m) |
41,000 ft (12,500 m) |
41,000 ft (12,500 m) |
| Range |
3,800 mi (6,115 km) |
3,521 mi (5,667 km) |
3,500 mi (5,635 km) |
| Wingspan |
112 ft 7 in (34.4 m) |
112 ft 7 in (34.3 m) |
112 ft 7 in (34.3 m) |
| Length |
110 ft 4 in (33.6 m) |
129 ft 6 in (39.5 m) |
102 ft 6 in (31.20 m) |
| Tail height |
41 ft 2 in (12.5 m) |
41 ft 2 in (12.5 m) |
41 ft 2 in (12.5 m) |
Fleet delivery schedule through 2013
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| Boeing 737-800 |
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Definition of key operating indicators Our key operating indicators are airline industry metrics that are useful in assessing the operating performance of an airline. - Available Seat Miles (ASM): A measure of total guest capacity, calculated by multiplying the number of seats available for guest use in an aircraft by stage length.
- Average Stage Length: The average distance of a non-stop flight leg between take-off and landing as defined by International Air Transport Association (IATA) guidelines.
- Cost per Available Seat Mile (CASM): Operating expenses divided by available seat miles.
- Cycle: One flight counted by the aircraft leaving the ground and landing.
- Flight Leg: Segment of a flight involving a stopover, change of aircraft or change of airline from one landing site to another.
- Load Factor: A measure of total capacity utilization, calculated by dividing revenue passenger miles by total available seat miles.
- Revenue Passenger Miles (RPM): A measure of guest traffic, calculated by multiplying the number of segment guests by stage length.
- Revenue per Available Seat Mile (RASM): Total revenues divided by available seat miles.
- Segment Guest: Any person who has been booked to occupy a seat on a flight leg and is not a member of the crew assigned to the flight.
- Utilization: Operating hours per day per operating aircraft.
- Yield (Revenue per Revenue Passenger Mile): A measure of unit revenue, calculated as the gross revenue generated per revenue passenger mile.
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