Also, can anyone shed some light on whether or not VFR pilots are required to comply with the published procedures. (Eg: VTA procedures chart containing VFR air routes). Pilots are not required to fly a published VFR route in/out of an airport unless specifically cleared (or instructed) to fly that...

It's probably true that if you get hired into the YEG FIR, you'd likely not get YYC right away and would most likely, in fact, end up in Fort McMurray or maybe even further north and you'd have to be there minimum 3 years til you can bid out. Often in that situation it can take longer to bid out bec...

Hi there - I know a couple of other ATCs who've come here from Australia - you're right about the company not recognizing foreign military experience, but I do think your experience in general will give you a head start in hiring. Training is now localized at the ATC centres (including tower trainin...