WATERLOO REGION, ON – Northstar Travel has been named an Air Canada Circle of Excellence (COE) Platinum Member for 2026, the airline's highest level of recognition for travel agency partners worldwide. This designation places Northstar Travel in an exclusive group of industry leaders who have demonstrated outstanding performance and service.
The Air Canada Circle of Excellence program evaluates agencies based on a rigorous 12-month scorecard that includes total ticket volume, market share growth, and comprehensive support of Air Canada Vacations. Achieving the Platinum tier reflects Northstar Travel's operational scale, brand loyalty, and commitment to delivering premier booking experiences for its corporate and leisure clients.
“Earning the Platinum Circle of Excellence designation is a monumental milestone for our entire team,” said Mike Snider, Owner of Northstar Travel. “This award reflects the trust our clients place in us every day and underscores our close collaboration with Air Canada. It allows us to continue providing top-tier service, exclusive travel benefits, and reliable, high-utility solutions for travelers navigating an evolving global market.”
As a Platinum partner, Northstar Travel gains direct access to exclusive airline benefits, advanced support, and dedicated resources. These rewards directly benefit clients through smoother coordination, priority handling, and enhanced value across Air Canada's global flight network. For more information, visit northstartravel.ca.
This recognition underscores Northstar Travel's long-standing expertise in the travel industry. With over 40 years in retail travel, Northstar Travel is a premier leisure travel host agency supporting a network of 150 independent travel advisors across Canada. The agency specializes in crafting tailored corporate itineraries, expert independent travel management, and seamless luxury vacation packages. By pairing deep industry partnerships with personalized customer care, Northstar Travel empowers its advisors and delivers world-class service to clients worldwide.
The Platinum Circle of Excellence designation is significant because it signals to travelers and industry stakeholders that Northstar Travel consistently meets and exceeds the high standards set by Air Canada. For clients, this means access to enhanced benefits and a partner that is trusted by one of the world's leading airlines. For the travel industry, it highlights the importance of strong agency-airline relationships in delivering value and reliability in an increasingly complex travel landscape.
As the travel sector continues to evolve, partnerships like this one are crucial. The recognition from Air Canada not only validates Northstar Travel's performance but also positions it to offer even greater advantages to its clients, reinforcing its reputation as a leader in the Canadian travel market.
