I had to deal with this exact situation last winter when my Air Canada flight from Toronto to Vancouver got cancelled due to a snowstorm. At first, I wasn’t sure if I’d be eligible for compensation, but after going through the process, I can confirm that Air Canada does provide compensation depending on the circumstances. In my case, since the cancellation was weather-related, they weren’t obligated to pay cash compensation, but they did give me meal vouchers, hotel accommodation for the night, and rebooked me on the next available flight free of charge.
What really saved me time was calling (877)-764-3622 instead of waiting in those massive airport lines. Honestly, it was the quickest way to sort things out—they helped me rebook instantly, explained what I was entitled to, and even suggested I keep all my receipts just in case I could claim additional expenses later.
So yes, Air Canada offers compensation, but the type depends on whether it was within their control (like mechanical issues) or outside their control (like weather). My advice: always call that number first and then double-check the Air Passenger Protection regulations—it makes the whole process much less stressful.
