Fares on "Monopoly" Routes

What is a "monopoly" route?

A route is considered to be a monopoly when it is served by only one carrier without any competition from other carriers. The Agency's jurisdiction over pricing on air services within Canada is not limited to "monopoly routes". There may be other situations where a route within Canada is served by only one carrier and its affiliates or by more than one carrier and the Agency is of the opinion that these other services do not provide a reasonable alternative.

In these cases, the Agency may look at the situation affecting that route. If it finds that competition is limited as laid out in the Canada Transportation Act, then the Agency may review the passenger fares and cargo rates on that route to determine whether or not they are unreasonable.

What are carrier affiliates?

Air carriers are considered to be affiliates when they are related to, or associated with each other.

Does it matter what type of fare I paid on a "monopoly" route?

No. The Agency has jurisdiction over all passenger fares and cargo rates on routes served by only one carrier.