actually the ATPL isn't even mandatory for an interview at AC: http://www.aircanada.com/en/about/career/pilots.html all that is required to fly as second-in-command at an airline in Canada is 250 hrs TT and passed the TC IATRA exam. however, that's not to say that AC is going to hire 250 hr pilots -...

Nancy - may you always have that cheerful smile on your face and a hot cup of Tim's Tea in your hand!

God bless.

I guess it depends on the experience you already have. If you're a 200 hour wonder pilot then I would definitely encourage you to go to Manitoba. You can go Captain on the 99 and the Metro II without an ATPL and you'll probably fly more hours at the Big P than on those awesome 1900s. It'll take you ...