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Air Canada Chooses Anko van der Werff, Who Speaks French, as CEO After Language Backlash

10 July 2026 at 6:26:50 am

* Air Canada appoints Anko van der Werff as its new CEO.
* The appointment follows criticism regarding former CEO Michael Rousseau's English-only condolence message.
* Van der Werff is noted for his French language skills, addressing previous language-related backlash.

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