Overview
- Federal and airport officials announced the facility is now operational for U.S.-bound departures from the downtown Toronto airport.
- Passengers will clear U.S. customs and immigration before boarding, allowing them to proceed directly to connections or exit on arrival in the United States.
- New federal regulations introduced a security vetting process for workers seeking unescorted access to preclearance areas, complementing existing transportation security clearances.
- Ottawa contributed $30 million in capital funding, making Billy Bishop the ninth Canadian airport with staffed U.S. CBP preclearance and the first new site of its kind in 25 years.
- Air Canada announced new routes to Boston, Chicago, New York–LaGuardia and Washington Dulles from YTZ, while officials cite projections of higher economic output and expect heavier traffic during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.