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The women of Elevate Aviation just can’t be stopped! 😉

Their hard work and dedication is creating waves within the industry and it’s a pleasure witnessing them excel within the aviation industry.

The @copanational Flight Instructor of the Year award was presented to Hannah McKay, a Flight Instructor who has demonstrated professionalism and excellence, leaving a positive impression on pilots in training.

Ilianna Thasitis continues to dominate the skies, as the recipient of the COPA Morris Kansun Advanced Flight Training Scholarship. This scholarship celebrates the memory of Morris Kansun, an accomplished Canadian pilot and businessman.

Cassandra Derks has earned the SAIT’s Outstanding Young Alumni Award for 2026. A graduate of their Aircraft Maintenance Engineering program, the resilience Cassandra shows as a woman in one of the most male-dominated career paths within the industry is inspiring and admirable.

Madison Crane is one of only eight pilots across Canada to take home the 2026 Captain Judy Cameron Scholarship. As a woman who not only excels in her own training, but actively encourages other women, this is a well-deserved achievement for Madison.

Let’s give these ladies a round of applause for standing tall, showing up, and truly making a difference in the world of aviation.

Staff Achievements | Women in Aviation | Aviation Community taken in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada by @elevateaviation

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Step inside the world of aviation!

Whether you’re launching your career, growing within the industry, guiding students, or hiring talent, we have programs designed specifically for you.

Here’s a quick breakdown 👇

1️⃣SPARK
Introducing youth to aviation concepts in a fun and engaging way.
👉 Junior Jets and Aviation Themed Birthday Parties

2️⃣EXPLORE
Immersing youth into the world of aviation through activities, presentations, and workshops.
👉 Aviation Career Exploration (ACE), ACE on Tour, and Aviation Summer Camp

3️⃣PREPARE
Providing free aviation training, networking, resources, mentorship opportunities, and more for high school students and adults.
👉 FREE Aviation Readiness Training (ART) Programs, Echo App, and Bursaries

4️⃣ADVANCE
Leadership development programs and industry networking to support early-career women and they advance into leadership roles.
👉 Elevate U Programs and the Echo App

5️⃣TRANSFORM
Helping aviation organizations develop strategies to improve work culture and boost employee attraction and retention.
👉 Workplace Culture Consulting

When we say we have programs for every stage of your aviation journey, we aren’t kidding! Learn about all of our offerings through the link in our bio.

Aviation Careers | Edmonton Alberta | Aviation Education | Training and Programs | Career Advancement | Women in Aviation taken in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada by @elevateaviation

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Unfortunately, nothing beats the satisfaction of dominating the aviation industry, thriving in your independence, and working hard 😎

If this is your vibe, you’re in the right place.

We have programs for all ages that align with our primary goal: to create accessible pathways into the aviation industry for women and underrepresented groups, and to help existing female aviation professionals take their careers to new heights.

Visit our website (link in bio!) to learn more.

Edmonton Alberta | Aviation Industry | Women in Aviation | Edmonton Alberta | Female Empowerment taken in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada by @elevateaviation

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Does your workplace prioritize mental health, or is it something no one talks about? 👀

Elevate Aviation prioritized the wellbeing of our team by participating in the Canadian Mental Health Association’s Staff Wellness Training Session. (@cmhaedmonton)

Not only does this allow us to take care of ourselves and each other, but evidence shows that support like this increases productivity and engagement while decreasing turnover rates.

The first session, Rethinking Our Thoughts, explored the connection between how we think, feel, and act. This included being able to identify and challenge unhelpful thinking patterns and approach our thoughts and emotions in a more balanced way.

Stress Management is important in every workplace. The team at CMHA walked us through how our bodies and minds respond to stress and how we can manage it.

Thank you to CMHA for allowing us to take a moment to slow down, learn, and be better prepared for our responsibilites tomorrow!

Mental Health in the Workplace | Wellness Training | Stress Management taken in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada by @elevateaviation

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Change takes courage, community, and commitment.

We deeply felt all three at the Aviation Inclusivity Summit, where aviation professionals, students, and advocates from across the country came together to listen, learn, and have meaningful conversations about building a more inclusive future for aviation in Canada.

We were proud to see our team contribute to those conversations, with Litzy co-hosting a breakout session on Naming & Navigating Microaggressions in Aviation Workplaces, and Briggs sharing his perspective and experience within the industry as a panelist on Trans Voices in Aviation.

Thank you to Canadian Aviation Pride (@canadianaviationpride) for creating a space for such an inspiring and empowering event, fostering connection, learning, and continued progress.

Elevate Aviation is proud to partner with Canadian Aviation Pride, Northern Lights Aero Foundation (@northernlightsaero), Urban Pilots and Professionals Network (@urbanpilotsnetwork), and Black Aviation Professionals Network (@bapn.stargaze) on this event and in our continued commitment to creating meaningful change.

Inclusivity in Aviation | Women in Aviation | Aviation Diversity | Barriers into Aviation taken in Ottawa, Ontario by @elevateaviation

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What if we told you that you could do all of this in just one app?

It can be difficult to find industry connections, access to mentorship, and resources that help you build your skills. With Echo, you can do it all from your phone.

Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your aviation journey, Echo will connect you with resources that foster career growth and fulfilment.

Learn more about Echo or sign up today by commenting “App Info” or click the link in our bio!

Aviation Networking | Canadian Aviation Professionals | Aviation Industry | Aviation Courses and Webinars taken in Canada by @elevateaviation

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What an inspiring evening at the Northern Lights Aero Foundation Gala! ✨

The gala brought together incredible people from across Canada’s aviation community to connect, celebrate, and recognize the women and organizations helping shape the future of our industry.

Congratulations to all of the Elsie Award and scholarship recipients recognized throughout the evening. Your achievements and contributions to aviation are truly inspiring.

A special shoutout to our Aurora Scholarship recipient, Abbey May-Richards, who is pursuing a career as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer. Congratulations, Abbey!

Thank you to the Northern Lights Aero Foundation (@northernlightsaero) for hosting such a meaningful event and bringing the aviation community together.

We’re proud to be part of a community that celebrates, supports, and creates opportunities for women and underrepresented groups in aviation. 💜

NLAF Gala | Northern Lights Aero Foundation | Women in Aviation | Aviation Community | Aviation Scholarships | Elsie Awards taken in Brampton, Ontario by @elevateaviation

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Today, on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we honour the Survivors of residential schools, the children who never returned home, and their families and communities. We recognize the lasting impacts of the residential school system and the responsibility we all share in advancing reconciliation.

Within Canada’s aviation industry, reconciliation also calls on us to consider how we create meaningful opportunities, strengthen relationships, and remove barriers for First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples.

At Elevate Aviation, we remain committed to creating more inclusive pathways into aviation and supporting Indigenous youth and communities through mentorship, connection, and opportunities within the sector.

Today is a day to listen, learn, reflect, and recognize that reconciliation requires continued action.

Amiskwacîwâskahikan | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation | Indigenous Communities in Canada | Edmonton Alberta | Aviation Community taken in Amiskwaciwâskahikan by @elevateaviation

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The constant precision, pressure, and performance in the aviation industry can be hard to manage.

If you’re struggling with imposter syndrome or perfectionism, this one is for you.

Join us for a free Echo Insights webinar, in which Dr. Abigail Powell, @theaviationtherapist, explores the psychology behind why successful professionals often feel like they’re not delivering enough.

In a session built for pilots, air traffic controllers, instructors, AMEs, and aviation professionals across the field, we invite the submission of questions for a Q&A with Dr. Powell. Submit your questions before the webinar on the session posting in the Echo app!

Comment “App Info” (or visit the link in our bio) to sign up today and gain access to this webinar and many more. Please note that the Echo app is currently only available in Canada.

Aviation Professionals | Aviation Community | Women in Aviation | Canadian Aviation Organizations taken in Canada by @elevateaviation

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Class is in session!

We’re so excited to be in the beautiful Victoria Harbour here in British Columbia for our Elevating Leadership: Immersive Leadership Experience.

It’s not often that you round up 32 female leaders in the aviation industry in one location, but when you do, it’s the most inspiring, powerful, and uplifting environment to be apart of.

We’re here to put in the work, build our leadership skills, and develop tools that we’ll continue to use every single day of our careers.

Events like these are why the aviation community is so strong, and why we’re so proud to be involved.

Women in Aviation | Leadership Development | Aviation Leadership Roles taken in Victoria, BC, Canada by @elevateaviation

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