TORONTO — WestJet Vacations has announced its 2026 summer schedule, with expanded service from key Canadian gateways to popular sun destinations across Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America.
Beginning in early May 2026, travellers will have access to a broad range of vacation destinations, including Cancún, Puerto Vallarta and Los Cabos, along with Caribbean hotspots like Punta Cana, Puerto Plata and Montego Bay.
The summer program features extensive departures from Toronto, including daily service to Cancún and Montego Bay, as well as multiple weekly flights to destinations such as Punta Cana, Puerto Plata, Sint Maarten and Liberia, Costa Rica.
WestJet Vacations is also maintaining a broad Caribbean network, with service to destinations including Aruba, Barbados, Antigua, Saint Lucia, Grand Cayman and Nassau.
From Western Canada, the schedule includes strong connectivity out of Calgary, with daily flights to Cancún and Puerto Vallarta, along with multiple weekly departures to Los Cabos, Mazatlán and Liberia.
The carrier is also highlighting a mix of new and returning routes, including Mazatlán from Calgary as a year-round service, alongside a full slate of sun destinations across its network.
Vacation packages include coordinated flight schedules, a curated selection of accommodations and destination support throughout the journey, offering a seamless experience for travellers.
CANADIAN TIRE LOYALTY PARTNERSHIP
In other WestJet news, the airline’s new loyalty partnership with Canadian Tire Corporation is now in effect, allowing members to earn rewards across both travel and everyday purchases by linking their accounts.
First announced in May 2025, the collaboration brings together WestJet Rewards and Triangle Rewards, enabling members to “spend once and earn twice” by collecting both WestJet points and Canadian Tire Money on eligible purchases.
“Together, WestJet Rewards and Triangle Rewards are making it easier for Canadians to earn more and enjoy greater choice,” said John Weatherill, Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer, WestJet Group. “By enabling members with linked accounts to stack their earn at the stores they know and love, we are getting Canadians closer to their next dream vacation faster.”
Linked members can earn both WestJet points and Canadian Tire Money on eligible items across participating CTC and WestJet businesses, including Canadian Tire, SportChek and Mark’s. A full list of participating stores can be found at triangle.ca/westjet. Those who pay with their Triangle credit card or any WestJet RBC Mastercard credit card will earn even more rewards when shopping with participating CTC and WestJet businesses.
The partnership also extends to travel bookings. Members who book flights through WestJet’s website or mobile app can earn Canadian Tire Money alongside WestJet points on flights, vacation packages and ancillary purchases such as seat selection and baggage.
In addition, linked members have the option to convert WestJet points into Canadian Tire Money to put towards retail purchases.
To mark the launch, WestJet will be serving complimentary FRANK snacks – a fan favourite at Canadian Tire – on WestJet flights.
For more information on linking benefits, go to triangle.ca/westjet or westjet.ca/triangle.
