Canadian International Air Show

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July to our 🇺🇸 friends!
Hope those in New York enjoyed the flyover by our beloved Canadian Forces Snowbirds and our good friends at the RAF Red Arrows.
Happy 250th!

We flew over New York Harbor with our allies today, part of the international flypast marking 250 years of the United States.

We’ve stood side by side with our American allies for generations; through NORAD, sharing the watch over this continent every day, through NATO, training and operating shoulder to shoulder, and through the conflicts and deployments we’ve faced together over the years. Proud to mark this milestone alongside an ally we know so well. Happy 250th, USA.

Royal Canadian Air Force North American Aerospace Defense Command Embassy of Canada to the U.S.

07/04/2026

The CIAS is cheering on Canada’s Men’s National Team as they continue their battle for victory. Hosting matches in Toronto has been an incredible reminder of what community, grit, and relentless hard work can achieve. From local pitches across the nation to the biggest stadiums in the world, this team represents the diverse, resilient spirit of every Canadian cheering them on. Let’s keep that incredible momentum going, loud and proud! 🇨🇦

You may have seen the fly over BMO Stadium, but did you see it from their perspective? Check out the video from SB #8!

07/01/2026

Nothing says Canada Day quite like our CF Snowbirds over the CN Tower. 🇨🇦

If you have a favorite memory or photo of the team from over the years, share it on your page this Canada Day and tag the Canadian Forces Snowbirds and Royal Canadian Air Force

Happy Canada Day from the CIAS, and hope everyone has a fantastic day celebrating with friends and family. 🇨🇦


📸 Ali Soheil

06/27/2026

Did you know? Every single ticket purchased for the Canadian International Air Show includes same-day admission to the Canadian National Exhibition (CNE)! 🎡

That means you can spend your day watching the world's best pilots tear up the skies, the spend a fun evening riding the midways, eating iconic fair food, and exploring the exhibits. It is the ultimate end-of-summer day out!

Two massive Toronto traditions, one single ticket. Get the best value of the summer at cias.org!

Canadian National Exhibition

06/26/2026

Today is your final day to receive 30% off General Admission tickets to the 2026 Canadian International Air Show! Get the discount code directly to your inbox by signing up to be an Air Show Insider on our website, and don’t miss out on this exclusive deal as it expires at Midnight on June 26th (Tonight)!


📸 Goeff Gabriel

06/24/2026

Have you ever seen a completely Pink Jet? Well get ready, Toronto! For the first time EVER in Canada, the skies are about to go pink!

A stunning fan-favorite is roaring into the skies over Lake Ontario! This eye-catching Aero L-39 Albatros isn't just known for its brilliant pink paint scheme, it delivers a breathtaking, high-energy aerobatic routine packed with precision maneuvers, diving loops, and crisp rolls that completely captivate the crowd. Beyond the jaw-dropping flying, this incredible performance serves a powerful mission, raising vital awareness and support for breast cancer organizations.

You can’t miss the sight of this vibrant jet slicing through the Toronto skyline for an amazing cause!

The Pink Jet

06/21/2026

So many of our favorite air show memories start with a dad holding a little one on their shoulders to catch their very first glimpse of a fighter jet roaring across the sky. The love for aviation is a tradition passed down through generations.

Looking for the ultimate late Father's Day gift? Treat him to an unforgettable day on the Toronto waterfront this Labor Day weekend.


📸 Toby Christink

06/18/2026

Want to get as close as you can to the action? Welcome to the Billy Bishop Backstage Experience, our brand-new 2026 ultimate behind-the-scenes experience!

Located right on the STOLport ramp at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, this exclusive zone gives you front-row, shaded chalet seating to watch our civilian air show aircraft start up, taxi, and depart right in front of you. Plus, you'll enjoy a live stream of the aerial action, a fully catered buffet, and a premium open bar while you watch the flight line come to life.

It’s the ultimate backstage pass for aviation lovers. Tickets for this brand-new zone are highly limited, so head to cias.org to lock in your ramp access before it sells out! 🎟️

06/16/2026

While Canada doesn't operate this multi-role fighter in its front-line fleet, the F-16 plays a massive role in training the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). In fact, Canadian defense partners use the F-16 as advanced "aggressor" aircraft to train our CF-18 pilots for modern combat operations.

You’ll be able to witness the incredible capabilities of this jet right over the Toronto waterfront! Pushing speeds up to Mach 1 and pulling a mind-boggling 9Gs, it will showcase extreme high-speed maneuvers, precision handling, and tactical climbs that will shake the shoreline.


📸 Staff Sgt. Steven Cardo

06/12/2026

Flypast Announcement for the Snowbirds: The Canadian Forces Snowbirds will be conducting a flypast over BMO Field in Toronto, Ontario, this Friday, 12 June 2026, at about 3:00 PM as Canada opens its FIFA World Cup 26 campaign against Bosnia & Herzegovina!

The formation will fly at no lower than 500 feet above the highest obstacle on their route. Flybys are carefully planned and closely controlled for public safety, and are dependent upon weather and flying conditions.

Look up and enjoy the show — then get loud for the boys in red as Toronto welcomes the world. Go Canada! 🇨🇦🏆

Canadian Forces Snowbirds

06/12/2026

ICYMI: Our General Admission tickets give you center-stage lakefront viewing, access to the live announcer feed, the Kids Zone, and same-day admission to the CNE.

Right now, you can still save 30% by being an Air Show Insider. Don't wait until the countdown hits zero, claim your discount today by signing up at cias.org to get your code for the ultimate Toronto tradition! 🇨🇦


📸 Jeremy Cartlidge

06/10/2026

Have you ever wondered how air show pilots stay perfectly spaced while flying upside down at hundreds of miles per hour? It's not luck, a big factor is "line of sight" reference points.

Pilots don't look at the horizon; they lock their eyes onto specific parts of their wingman's aircraft (like a bolt on a canopy or a paint line on the fuselage). By keeping that exact visual alignment, they can maintain formations tighter than the length of a car, even during intense G-force maneuvers!

Come see precision flying at its absolute finest this September. 🇨🇦

Canadian Forces Snowbirds
📸 Caleb Smith

06/07/2026

If you look up tomorrow, Monday, June 8th, and see military fighter jets intercepting a small aircraft over the city, do not be alarmed!

This is a planned, routine training exercise in preparation for the upcoming World Cup matches at Toronto Stadium. Two Canadian fighter jets will be conducting a practice interception, directing a contracted small aircraft to land at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. As experts note, this is standard training to keep our skies safe and secure. Keep your eyes on the skies tomorrow, it’s not an air show practice just yet, but a chance to see our Canadian Forces at work.

📸 Throwback to 2024 when the RCAF 100 decorated CF18 flew across the Toronto skyline.


📸 Geoff Gabriel

06/02/2026

We are excited to welcome a familiar face back to the Toronto waterfront for 2026. Mike Tryggvason is returning to the Canadian International Air Show, debuting a new Edge 540 V3 racer aircraft.

The Edge is one of the last to roll off the Zivko production line in 2010 for the Red Bull Air Race series. Its new mission is split now between Air Race X, the world’s fastest motorsport, and air show demonstration flying. With a top speed of 240 knots, a roll rate faster than 450 degrees per second, and more than 325 horsepower, it’s the pinnacle of high performance aerobatic aircraft.

Many of our fans will recognize Mike from our 2025 show, where he served as the precision pilot for wingwalker (and Wife) Sam Tryggvason

We can’t wait to see his incredible performance over Lake Ontario once again 🌟

Mike Tryggvason

05/29/2026

Last call for the deepest discounts for 2026! ✈️

Our 48-hour early bird window is closing fast. This is your final chance to secure General Admission tickets for 55% off to celebrate the Snowbirds' 55th season. Once this clock runs out, so does our deepest discounts of the year.

Don't miss out, head to cias.org to become an Air Show Insider right now to lock in your savings before the deepest discounts officially end. We can't wait to see you there!


📸 Patrick Cardinal

05/28/2026

Did you get your tickets yet? ✈️

We are officially 100 days out to the Air Show and the response to our 2026 ticket launch has been incredible! If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to lock in your Labor Day weekend plans, this is it. General Admission tickets are currently 55% off for Air Show Insiders, but only for a very limited time.

Head over to cias.org to grab yours and make sure you have a front-row seat to all the action.


📸 Geoff Gabriel

05/27/2026

Tickets for the 2026 Canadian International Air Show are LIVE on our website! ✈️ Take a look at our updated ticket packages for our 77th season:

Exclusive Air Show Zone General Admission
Photographers Pit Pass
Billy Bishop Backstage Pass - NEW IN 2026
Flight Deck Chalet
Skydeck Cruise
Altitude Experience
Pilot Maker Experience

This is also your chance to secure our deepest discounts of the year! For the next 48 hours only, Air Show Insiders can secure General Admission tickets for 55% off! Whether you’re a long-time fan or joining us for the first time, you don't want to miss out on these savings. Head to cias.org to become an Air Show Insider to grab your tickets before the early bird sale ends.

See you on the waterfront September 5-7!

05/26/2026

Missed the CF-18 Tactical Demonstration in 2025? Don’t let the opportunity pass you by this year! Tickets launch tomorrow, May 27th at 12:00 PM Eastern, at cias.org.


📸 Patrick Cardinal

05/22/2026

🛩️ PERFORMER ANNOUNCEMENT: TREVOR RAFFERTY IS BACK! 🇨🇦

He wowed the crowds in 2025, and we are thrilled to welcome him back to the skies over the Toronto waterfront for 2026! Trevor Rafferty is a successful international aerobatics competitor, airshow performer, and flight instructor. Look to the skies as he flies in the bright-striped Christen Eagle!

Get ready to see Trevor’s incredible precision and dedication in action September 5-7 over the Toronto waterfront. Don’t forget, tickets are launching next week on May 27th!

05/19/2026

Our statement regarding the recent announcement that the Canadian Forces Snowbirds will pause operations following the 2026 season.

05/14/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who applied to volunteer for CIAS 2026! Our volunteer application period is now closed.

We’ve received an incredible number of applications this year, and our team is currently working through them to get everyone sorted into their departments. We appreciate your patience while we review each application.

We couldn’t run this show without our amazing volunteers. See you on the flight line!


📸 Tobias Christink

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day from the Canadian International Air Show!

Today we are celebrating the incredible moms who give our dreams wings. To the mothers who spend their holiday weekends on the waterfront shielding eyes from the sun and pointing toward the clouds, you are doing so much more than just sharing a Toronto tradition.

By bringing your family to the show, you are fueling curiosity, building confidence, and inspiring the next generation of pilots, engineers, and explorers. Thank you for teaching us that there is no limit to how high we can fly.

05/07/2026

Mark your calendars for May 27th when tickets officially go live for the 77th annual Canadian International Air Show.

While the general public launch begins then, only Air Show Insiders will receive exclusive access and up to 50% off General Admission tickets for the first 48 hours of launch. Insiders also gain access to special discounts on VIP tickets while supplies last. Sign up now on our website to ensure you receive your early access code before these exclusive discounts are gone.

05/05/2026

Get ready, tickets for the 2026 Canadian International Air Show are launching soon! If you want to be the first to know when sales go live, and get exclusive updates before anyone else, now is the time to become an Air Show Insider!

Don’t get left behind. Click the link in our bio to sign up and ensure you’re ready when our 2026 tickets drop!

04/30/2026

DYK? That iconic smoke trail behind our aerobatic performers isn’t exhaust, it’s actually a specialized mineral smoke oil. 💨 The industry has made many environmental advancements in making modern smoke oil low-toxicity, sulfur-free, and biodegradable.

When the pilot flips a switch, the oil is injected into the hot exhaust of the engine, creating the thick white "smoke" that helps you track their path through complex loops and tumbles. It’s as much a safety tool for the pilots to see each other as it is a visual treat for the fans!


📸 Tobias Christink

04/21/2026

There isn’t a bad seat in the house, but there is something special about the energy at Marilyn Bell Park. 🌳

While the jets command the skyline, the ground is where the community comes alive in our Exclusive Air Show Zone. The story comes alive with our narrators over the speakers and the collective feeling of shared excitement from the crowd during a high-speed pass, the waterfront atmosphere is electric. If you haven't experienced the show from the heart of the action, make 2026 the year you join us.


📸 Cameron Cartlidge

04/17/2026

The Canadian International Air Show is looking for Food Truck operators for our 77th Air Show, September 5-7, 2026. Serve thousands of spectators at Marilyn Bell Park and get a front row view to the best show in the city!

HOW TO APPLY:
If you want to bring your business to the 2026 show, email us at [email protected] to request your vendor application package.

Space is limited and fills up fast, do don't miss your chance to be part of the most iconic Toronto event.

04/16/2026

We want you on our team for the 77th annual Canadian International Air Show! We are officially looking for passionate volunteers to help us bring the magic of flight to the Toronto waterfront this September.

WE ARE RECRUITING FOR:
• Guest Services (Gates, Merchandise, & Parking): Be the face of the show by welcoming guests, handling official gear, or keeping our zones moving smoothly.
• Hospitality: Support our exclusive social events (includes evening shifts).
• Air Ops – Airport Team: Assist performers and support the FBO team. (Previous ramp experience required; RAIC clearance is a bonus).
• Creative Team (1 Photographer & 1 Videographer): Help us capture the high-octane action. (Please include your equipment description and a link to previous work)
• High School Volunteers for Community Service Hours: Earn your community service hours through logistics, parking support, and mascot engagement

HOW TO APPLY: Ready to join the crew? Email your resume/CV to [email protected] and indicate which position(s) you are interested in, and any requirements as listed above and/or questions you may have.

DEADLINE: Please apply by May 8, 2026 for consideration for the 77th Canadian International Air Show.

04/16/2026

For 77 years, the roar of engines has signaled the unofficial finale of summer in Toronto. 🇨🇦

The Canadian International Air Show is a tradition that spans generations. We’ve seen everything from vintage biplanes to the cutting edge of supersonic stealth technology pass over Lake Ontario. What was the first aircraft you remember seeing at the CIAS? Tell us your favorite air show memory in the comments!

04/14/2026

Your career in aerospace is ready for takeoff! We’re thrilled to share more information on this year’s Ontario's Aerospace Council scholarships. There are 11 scholarships of $2,500 up for grabs for students across Ontario.

Who can apply?
✅ Highschool Students in their final year who are entering an aerospace studies program in an accredited Ontario College or University
✅ Post-Secondary students currently enrolled in an aerospace studies program at an accredited Ontario College or University who will be continuing their studies in the 2026/27 academic year
✅ Post-Secondary students entering an aerospace studies program at an accredited Ontario College or University in the 2026/27 academic year

It doesn’t matter if you’re into aircraft manufacturing, pilot training, or airport management. If it's aerospace, you qualify.

The deadline is coming quick on April 19th, so head to https://theoac.ca/page/Scholarships2026 to apply.

Tag someone below who’s studying aerospace! 👇

04/09/2026

Experience the Canadian International Air Show from a perspective few ever see. Our Skydeck cruise package invites you aboard the Yankee Lady for the CIAS’s official premium yacht charter, positioned directly at the back of the aerobatic box.

Escape the crowds and take to the water for an afternoon of elite aviation and high-end hospitality. As the jets bank and maneuver directly overhead, you’ll enjoy unobstructed views against the Toronto skyline and the 77th Anniversary performances.

04/08/2026

Precision, power, and Canadian pride. 🇨🇦 The RCAF Snowbirds are returning to the Toronto waterfront this September, you’re going to want to be there.

Canadian Forces Snowbirds
📸 Joe Letourneau

04/02/2026

Taking a trip back to 1985 for this week’s .

This vintage poster features the legendary Art Scholl, a true icon of the aerobatic world. Art was a staple of the Canadian International Air Show, known for his unmatched precision, his charismatic flying style, and his unmistakable Super Chipmunk.

Looking back at this reminds us of the rich history that paved the way for the high-performance demonstrations we see over the Toronto waterfront today. The Canadian International Air Show can proudly say we are the world’s longest consecutive running Air Show (Including a virtual Air Show in 2020) and we’re excited to continue the Labour Day tradition for years to come.

03/30/2026

On behalf of Canada, we’ll be watching with pride as Jeremy Hansen embarks on his mission as he claims, “Destination Moon”!

Your dedication, preparation, and leadership represent the very best of Canadian aviation and exploration. From the skies above us to the space beyond, your journey inspires all of us at the Canadian International Air Show.

Jeremy Hansen Canadian Space Agency NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration

03/26/2026

ICYMI: We are bringing a high-performance mission to the Toronto waterfront this year with the arrival of The Pink Jet.

This Aero Vodochody L-39 Albatros is much more than a striking paint scheme; it is a legendary military trainer capable of speeds exceeding 900 km/h. Flown by a team of veteran aviators, this jet travels across North America to turn the excitement of flight into a powerful message of hope and breast cancer awareness. Keep an eye on the flight line to see this iconic silhouette in person during the show!

The Pink Jet

03/24/2026

We are excited to welcome a new performer to the CIAS waterfront this year, The Pink Jet!

While her striking colour is what first catches the eye, this aircraft is a high-performance Aero Vodochody L-39 Albatros—a legendary Czechoslovakian-built military trainer known for its sleek lines and incredible agility. Capable of speeds over 500 knots and pulling up to 8Gs, the L-39 has been the backbone of fighter pilot training for decades.

Today, this specific Albatros has been repurposed for a mission far beyond the flight line. Flown by a team of highly experienced military and civilian aviators, she serves as a flying ambassador for breast cancer awareness, early detection, and support from the non-profit organization called The Pink Jet. Watching this high-performance jet carve through the sky is a powerful reminder of the resilience and strength of those fighting the disease on the ground.

03/19/2026

DYK: The Canadian International Air Show hosts a free-to-the-public STEM Zone right on the grounds of Marilyn Bell Park. While the main show thrills the sky, this interactive area is where the next generation of aviators, engineers, and scientists can get hands-on experience. From flight simulators and VR aerospace experiences to getting up close with cockpits and speaking with real-world industry professionals.

It’s designed to turn "lookers" into future "flyers." No ticket is required to enter, making it the perfect family-friendly stop during your Labour Day weekend.

Add it to your list to stop in, we’d love to welcome you! Simply look for the big red entrance gates on the West side of our Air Show zone.

03/16/2026

After showcasing the stunning P-51 "Cheryl Lynn" last year, Marco is back as part of the Jack Aces aerobatic team in 2026 alongside Louis Horschel and Ariel Luedi. It’s a return to the roots of aviation with a modern, high-precision twist. We can’t wait to have the Jack Aces in our skies this September 🌟

Jack Aces
📸 Geoff Gabriel

03/05/2026

DYK: You may have seen these incredible birds of prey at our Exclusive Air Show Zone at the CIAS, but do you know their job?

They’re part of Falcon Environmental’s professional wildlife management team at Pearson International. They work with trained raptors like falcons and hawks to help deter flocks of nuisance birds around runways and airspace. This natural, humane method supports safer skies for aircraft operations, using the birds’ instinctive behavior to keep other birds at bay 🦅

Whether you’re watching them at CIAS or seeing them around the airport, these birds play a big role in aviation safety.


📸 Rob Harris

03/03/2026

History in motion.

The Jack Aces Formation Aerobatic Team flies three beautifully restored P-51 Mustangs together in tight precision formation, blending classic warbird heritage with high-energy aerobatics in the sky. They fly “Mad Max,” “Little Witch,” and “Cheryl Lynn” as one in their demonstration. See the Jack Aces this September at the Canadian International Air Show!


📸 Aviation PhotoCrew