Fuel Surcharge Advisory

WestJet Cargo has revised its fuel surcharge review cadence to a bi‑weekly cycle to align with current fuel market conditions. Adjustments will take effect following established notification timelines, starting with the first bi-weekly cycle review on March 18, 2026. 

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Live Animals

Benefits At A Glance


Comfort, care, and calm: our three principles for animal well-being 
  • Caring expertise at every stage
  • Priority  booking status
  • Priority handling including loading and unloading
  • Extensive WestJet network, both domestically and internationally, with interline partners worldwide
  • Live shipment tracking capabilities
  • Examples of accepted animals:
    • Birds
    • Day old chicks
    • Hatching eggs
    • Rodents and small fur-bearing animals (i.e. hamsters and rabbits)
    • Other animals (including specialist shipments for zoos and conservation projects)
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Requirements

  • A complete Shipper's Certificate for Live Animals is a mandatory requirement
  • Containers and packaging used for the transportation of live animals by air must meet the requirements of the LAR in terms of construction, ventilation, safety, animal welfare and health, feeding and watering.
  • WestJet Cargo prioritizes animal welfare and ethical transport practices. In alignment with global standards, we have an official policy to not transport non-human primates intended for laboratory research. This policy underscores our dedication to responsible cargo operations and supporting ethical practices worldwide.

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