WestJet celebrates 20 years in the air

Posted Feb 29, 2016 7:09 am.

This article is more than 5 years old.

It’s a big day for Calgary-based WestJet.

The airline is celebrating its 20th birthday, and they’ll have a special guest on hand.

Federal Transport Minister Marc Garneau will be at the celebrations which will include a birthday ceremony, cake and speeches.

The day will include 500 WestJet employees and a uniform fashion show as well.

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