Fast Facts

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CATSA's Value Proposition

The secure and efficient movement of people and goods across Canada's air transportation network.

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2024/2025

  • 68.9M Total screened passengers
  • 97% of passengers waited less than 15 minutes to be screened
  • Nearly 92% of passengers reported a positive screening experience
  • 400+ Total screening points across Canada
  • 89 Designated airports

Accessibility

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94% of passengers who were screened at our family and accessible lines reported a positive screening experience because of CATSA's investments in barrier-free travel, aligned with the Accessible Canada Act.

CT X-ray

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CT X-ray technology enhances efficiency and supports Canada's national security and economic resilience - it streamlines screening for passengers by reducing divest requirements.

 


AI

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AI is already embedded in our predictive forecasting models and we are expanding AI into compliance oversight and security analytics - CATSA is positioned to scale.

Facilitators

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Deployed over 175 Facilitators in 16 airports and achieved service improvements while maintaining budgetary restraint, returning unspent funds to the government.

Air industry

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CATSA’s efficient and effective screening operations and responsible adoption of technology supports Canada’s vital air industry and the national security framework.