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Air Canada names Anko Van der Werff as next president and CEO, effective January 2027

Air Canada has appointed Anko Van der Werff as its next president and CEO from January 2027, following a global search. Michael Rousseau will retire after 19 years with the airline, ending a long tenure at the helm.

Discovered 2026-07-14T08:17:35.391232-07:00 | 2026-07-14T08:17:35.391232-07:00

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  • The CEO succession sets the strategic direction for Air Canada’s next phase, with Van der Werff taking over in January 2027 after Michael Rousseau’s 19-year tenure.
  • A global-search appointment signals board priorities around leadership fit and continuity planning during a defined transition timeline.
  • Industry partners will adjust contracting, fleet and network coordination, and stakeholder engagement strategies ahead of the 2027 leadership change.

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