Travellers flying through Calgary International Airport during the G7 Summit should expect heightened security, road closures and delays from June 14 to 18.
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YYC Calgary International Airport will be open and accessible as it welcomes heads of state and delegates for the 2025 G7 Leaders’ Summit, scheduled for June 15 to 17 in Kananaskis.
"YYC is proud to host G7 delegates as they travel through the region," said Chris Miles, chief operations officer at the Calgary Airport Authority. "As we move into what looks to be a very busy summer, we look forward to providing a smooth, safe operation for everyone travelling through here, and to showcasing the city of Calgary as a spectacular destination."
Travellers should allow extra time to travel to the airport, pass through security, and reach their boarding gates.
Increased security presence will be in place in public areas, including curbside for pickups and drop-offs. Access to parkades and curbside may be delayed.
From June 9 to 20, all photography and videography of military aircraft, law enforcement personnel, and their operations will be prohibited. This restriction applies to all arriving and departing aircraft throughout the summit.
The airport authority noted that the Airport Trail Tunnel will be closed from Sunday, June 15, to Wednesday, June 18.
"Travellers heading to the airport from the east side of Calgary should use Country Hills Boulevard NE to Barlow Trail NE as an alternative route. Airport Trail NE will remain open from Deerfoot Trail NE to Barlow Trail NE - only the tunnel itself will be inaccessible. Additionally, the off-ramp from 19th Street NE to eastbound Airport Trail NE will also be closed during this period."
There will be no stopping or parking on 36 Street NE north of Barlow Trail to Country Hills Blvd NE, as well as access to McCall Way NE will be restricted to persons with a work ID for this area.
YYC Calgary International Airport and YBW Springbank Airport are strict no-drone zones. Drones are prohibited within 3.5 nautical miles (6.5 kilometres) of the airport centre and one nautical mile (1.8 kilometres) of any heliport.
Calgary Police Service has confirmed ongoing motorcade escort operations related to the G7 Summit. Inspector Rob Patterson said in a May 27 video: "During that time, we're probably going to cause you some grief. You will see our teams blocking intersections, moving motorcades through traffic… We just ask for your patience."
Motorcade operations will continue leading up to and during the summit.
The RCMP is leading overall security for the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, working with provincial and federal partners. A Controlled Access Zone will be in effect from June 10 to 18, restricting access to authorized personnel, residents, and businesses.
Day-use and trail closures across Kananaskis are in effect to support summit security, including areas such as Galatea Day Use, Mount Lorette Ponds, Ribbon Creek, Centennial Ridge Trail, and Highwood Pass.
Temporary airspace restrictions will prohibit unauthorized aircraft and drones during the summit. Specific no-fly zone details will be released in coordination with Transport Canada.
The RCMP said, "Our main role is to ensure a safe and secure event for everyone involved, including participants, residents, and visitors."
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