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The Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission provides resources, information and connections to new, existing and expanding businesses. It offers market development, export development, investment attraction, regional promotion and workforce development services. The company is headquartered in Kelowna, Canada.

Airports Council International (ACI) is an organization that represents the interests of airports worldwide to promote excellence in the aviation industry. The private company is based in Montréal, Canada. ACI offers yearly subscriptions to its Intelligence Hub, which provides interactive tools for airports and industry stakeholders. The organization also provides in-house training for staff development and the Airport Excellence Program (APEX), which offers comprehensive onsite airport reviews led by industry peers and experts to optimize airport operations. ACI emphasizes the importance of keeping airport slot processes and policies relevant, fit for purpose, and responsive to the various needs and circumstances of airports. The Canadian company was founded in 1991. Luis de Oliveira has been the CEO of the company since 2020.

Canadian Airports Council represents Canada’s non-federal airports or industry policy and regulatory matters, facilitating industry education and exchange, and promoting the industry in Canada and globally. The company was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada.

Explorer Solutions, Inc. provides aviation and aerospace consulting services. The firm offers air service development, business strategy, coaching and training, and planning and development. The company was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville, Canada.