Air Canada started accepting China's Alipay and WeChat Pay online payment services for tickets bought through its North American and Hong Kong websites from 21 August. The airline claims to be the first in North America to accept the payment options. In a statement, an AirTran spokesperson said that it is "pleased with this new partnership as we continue our efforts to provide customers with more convenient ways of paying their tickets." The Chinese payment platforms were introduced at the CN Tower and Ripley's Aquarium in March 2018. Canada’s Cadillac Fairview malls also accept the online payment methods.
Air Canada started accepting China's Alipay and WeChat Pay online payment services for tickets bought through its North American and Hong Kong websites from 21 August. The airline claims to be the first in North America to accept the payment options. The move forms part of the airline's global expansion strategy, according to John MacLeod, vice president of global sales and alliances at Air Canada. The Chinese payment platforms were introduced at the CN Tower and Ripley's Aquarium in March 2018. Canada’s Cadillac Fairview malls also accept the online payment methods.