News Release - April 8, 2025

Comox Valley Airport Partners with #NotInMyCity to Combat Human Trafficking

Comox Valley Airport (YQQ) is proud to announce a new partnership with #NotInMyCity, a national movement dedicated to preventing and ending human trafficking in Canada. Through this collaboration, YQQ aims to raise awareness, educate airport staff and passengers, and strengthen efforts to combat human trafficking within the aviation sector.

"At Comox Valley Airport, we are committed to ensuring a safe and secure travel environment for everyone," said airport CEO Mike Atkins. "Partnering with #NotInMyCity allows us to take meaningful action in the fight against human trafficking by increasing awareness and providing our team with the tools to recognize and respond to potential risks. We are proud to stand alongside this important initiative and contribute to a safer community."

As a key transportation hub on Vancouver Island, Comox Valley Airport recognizes its responsibility to support initiatives that protect vulnerable individuals and enhance public safety. Through this partnership, YQQ will implement an awareness campaign and staff training program to help identify and prevent human trafficking.

"On behalf of #NotInMyCity and our existing airport partners, I want to extend a warm welcome to Comox Valley Airport," says Paul Brandt, Founder, #NotInMyCity. "As our network of partners committed to identifying and preventing human trafficking grows, we become stronger in our nationwide fight to end the crime of human trafficking and exploitation in Canada."

By working together, Comox Valley Airport and #NotInMyCity seek to create a safer travel environment and contribute to the national fight against human trafficking.

For more information about the partnership and the initiatives underway, visit ComoxAirport.com or NotInMyCity.ca

About YQQ

YQQ serves passengers from central and northern Vancouver Island with its daily direct flights through British Columbia and Alberta, and seasonal service to Toronto and Puerto Vallarta. Our Vancouver Island airport in the Comox Valley is connected by two major provincial highways, making it a natural hub for travelers seeking to enter or exit Vancouver Island.

About #NotInMyCity

#NotInMyCity is a facilitative organization that raises awareness and takes collective action to prevent, disrupt, and end sexual exploitation and trafficking, with a focus on protecting children and youth. The movement collaborates with key stakeholders across sectors to instill hope, inspire action, and create lasting change. For more information, contact:

Grant McNeil
Marketing and Communications Manager
Comox Valley Airport
250-890-0829 Ext. 253