Air Canada has partnered with My East Coast Experience as the official airline sponsor of the 2025 Most Inspiring Immigrants in Atlantic Canada ceremony.
This marks the third year the airline has supported the initiative, recognizing outstanding contributions from immigrants across the region.
A panel of advisors from Canada’s Atlantic provinces selected 13 individuals for their leadership, vision, and impact within their communities. These honourees have made significant contributions in various fields, enriching their local towns and cities through social responsibility and community involvement.
Eric Lauzon, Air Canada’s Director of Community Relations and Partnerships, was on the jury that selected this year’s honorees.
“Being on the jury for this competition not only introduced me to many interesting and influential people, but also made me realize how proud, dedicated and resilient are the newcomers to our country who constantly go above and beyond to make their lives better in their new home, as well as those of others around them,” he said.
In addition to celebrating immigrant achievements, the event awarded five international students $2,000 scholarships as part of the Student Bursary Program. The recipients were chosen based on personal essays demonstrating their contributions and community leadership.
The airline sponsors several events throughout the year, including Calgary’s OneWorld Festival—GlobalFest, which highlights the city’s diverse cultural landscape.
Air Canada offers the My East Coast Experience podcast, Our Guest Is, on its in-flight entertainment system. The podcast shares personal stories of immigrants, shedding light on their challenges and triumphs as they adapt to life in Canada.
