Hundreds of passengers are isolated across Canada as Air Canada, WestJet, Jazz, American, and more airlines face a wave of 105 cancellations and 291 delays. This disruption has affected major cities like Toronto, Montreal, Halifax, Calgary, and many smaller regions in Ontario, Quebec, and beyond. Due to extreme cold weather, travelers are facing significant delays in flight operations. As temperatures drop and winds pick up, airlines struggle to manage their schedules, leading to widespread chaos. Passengers are left stranded at airports, with long waiting times and uncertainty about their travel plans. The cancellations and delays are severely impacting both domestic and international travel, leaving thousands of travelers frustrated.
It’s crucial for passengers to stay updated on their flight status and make alternative arrangements as needed. Airports and airlines are working tirelessly to resolve the situation, but cold conditions continue to challenge their operations.
The cold wave that has swept across Canada has led to numerous flight cancellations and delays, especially in areas like Ontario, Quebec, and the Maritimes. The Grand Erie Public Health issued cold alerts across regions like Brantford-Brant and Haldimand-Norfolk due to temperatures plunging below –15°C, with wind chills reaching –20°C or lower. These conditions have severely impacted flight operations, especially ground handling and de-icing procedures.
As of 12 February 2026, Canadian airports have reported a staggering total of 105 flight cancellations and 291 delays across the country. The Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), the busiest in the country, has seen the highest number of delays, with 122 delayed flights. This significant disruption is largely due to the weather conditions, as de-icing procedures take longer, and delays in boarding and check-in processes increase.
Other major airports have also been severely affected:
Among the airlines, WestJet has reported 16 cancellations and 33 delays, followed by Jazz (ACA) with 15 cancellations and 31 delays. These two major airlines are particularly impacted by the weather, as they handle a large number of domestic flights connecting regional and international hubs.
Other affected airlines include:
If you are one of the many passengers affected by the flight disruptions, here are a few steps you can take:
Canada’s winter weather continues to cause widespread disruptions in air travel, particularly in regions like Ontario, Quebec, and the Maritimes. With 105 flight cancellations and 291 delays, passengers should stay informed, make alternative travel arrangements, and exercise patience as the aviation industry works to address the ongoing challenges posed by the extreme cold. As the situation evolves, it is important to regularly check flight statuses and be prepared for any changes.
Source: FlightAware and affected airports
