Greater Moncton, Canada

Greater Moncton Roméo LeBlanc International Airport | YQM

Vantage welcomed Greater Moncton Roméo LeBlanc International Airport (YQM) to the network in 1997, making it one of our first locations. YQM is one of Atlantic Canada’s fastest-growing airports and a strategic transatlantic cargo hub.

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In the Heart of Atlantic Canada

Vantage provides airport management and operations of all terminal facilities, runways, and airside infrastructure, as well as parking, access roads, and cargo buildings.

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Optimizing Passenger and Cargo Activity

Vantage oversees the airport’s major capital expansion projects, optimizing facilities for both passenger traffic and cargo operations.

New Terminal Building

Vantage oversaw the $28 million (CAD) construction of the airport’s 85,000 square foot terminal building, which can accommodate up to one million passengers per year. The terminal build expanded square footage by 50% and resulted in a 70% increase in aircraft ramp space.

Airport Operations Facility

A 34,000 square foot airport operations building consolidated all onsite operations functions into one energy-efficient facility, which also provides extended capacity for the growing domestic and international air freight markets served by YQM.

Airfield Rehabilitation

A multiyear, $24 million (CAD) airfield rehabilitation program delivered by Vantage saw the extension of one of the airport’s runways to better accommodate international air freighters. And recent expansions to airport aprons and de-icing pads will support smoother winter weather operations.

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Connecting Opportunities

More than ever, airports connect cultures, businesses, and economies. The Greater Moncton Roméo LeBlanc International Airport connects not just flights, but also dreams, opportunities, and prosperity as the largest passenger and cargo airport for New Brunswick.

The Airport of Choice in Atlantic Canada

YQM is an important passenger and cargo transportation facility in the region and is among Canada’s largest airports in the Maritimes.

$401M

Economic activity generated by the airport annually (CAD)

656,246

Passengers served in 2025

19000

Metric tons of cargo shipped in 2025

$62M

Vantage’s cumulative investment in airport and airfield infrastructure upgrades at YQM (CAD)

1340

New jobs for airport and airport based businesses in the region

Three people smile at the camera while the person in the middle holds up a framed "Rookie of the Year" award.

YQM progressed well through recovery in 2023 and we’re finishing the year on a high note with the completion of two important projects that are making our airport even better.

We’ll be able to eliminate bottlenecks and enable the airport for continued passenger and cargo growth to move Canadian goods to international markets more efficiently, including live and fresh seafood.

Courtney Burns

President & CEO, Greater Moncton Roméo LeBlanc International Airport

Soaring High: Supporting Women in Aviation

As home to Canada’s largest and oldest flight college, YQM partnered with the Moncton Flight College on Soaring High: The Scholarship for Women in Aviation, an initiative dedicated to increasing the representation of women in the aviation industry. In 2025, the $2,000 scholarship was awarded to Madison Passingham, who began her flying career in March 2026 as a first officer for Air Bravo on the PC-12 after working on the ground as a dispatcher. Her journey from dispatch to the flight deck reflects exactly what the scholarship was created to support: opening doors for the next generation of women in aviation.

A person stands beside the open door of a small Air Bravo aircraft parked on a snowy airport apron. The white aircraft with red and black trim features the words “Air Bravo” on the fuselage and “The Sky’s The Limit” near the cockpit. The person is positioned beneath the aircraft wing, with the open entry stairs visible and winter sunlight reflecting off the snow-covered ground.

A ground control technician is guiding a mid-sized plane into its terminal gate.

Advancing Energy Efficiency and Sustainability at YQM

In 2025, YQM made meaningful progress on its sustainability goals, with a focus on reducing energy use and emissions across its operations. As part of its Passenger Boarding Bridge replacement project, YQM added Ground Power Units (GPU) and Pre-Conditioned Air (PCA) units, giving airlines a cleaner alternative to on-site diesel units. The airport also added electric vehicles to its operational fleet and installed EV charging stations for passengers, staff, and partners who choose electric transportation. On the airfield, YQM upgraded its runway edge lighting to LED, a significant step, as lighting can account for nearly 25% of an airport’s total energy use, delivering improved visibility, increased reliability, and lasting energy savings. In partnership with Green Economy New Brunswick, an organization dedicated to transitioning the province to a low-carbon economy, YQM also installed a new liquid disposal bin in the pre-security area to reduce liquid waste at screening. Together, these initiatives reflect YQM’s commitment to more efficient, responsible, and sustainable operations for the communities it serves.

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