Do you really need to take it with you?

A guide for air passengers with carry-on baggage

Items Permited In Carry-On Baggage Include:
• electronic equipment such as cell phones, portable music players, laptops
• nail clippers, non-metallic nail files
• disposable razors, razor blade cartridges
• syringes or needles for personal medical use with needle guard in place, when accompanied by the medication in its original labelled container
• walking canes
• umbrellas

Items You Cannot Have in Your Carry -On Baggage Include:
• all knives
• any sharp and/ or pointed objects
• replica or toy weapons
• corkscrews
• fireworks
• sporting equipment such as: golf clubs, hockey sticks, ski poles, sqush/tennis racquets, ice skates, baseball basts, pool cues
• air carriers reserve the right to prohibit any item that they consider to be a security risk, contact the airline for more information.

A Reminder:
• if you do not need an item during your flight, pack it in your checked baggage.
• before departing for the airport, check with the airline to determine when to arrive for your flight and for possible changes to the flight schedule
• keep an eye on your bags and personal items at all times. do not carry items on board for anyone you do not know.
• report any suspicious-looking packages or unattended items to airport personnel.
• be aware that all carry-on items are subject to screening. ensure that electronic devices are operational. for security reasons, you may be required to turn on these devices.
• leave gifts unwrapped until you arrive at your intended destination. they may be opened for inspection by security staff.
• be prepared to present photo id. for international flights, inclufding flights to the united states, you must present a government-issued photo id, ideally a valid passport.
• be aware of any baggage restrictions on domestic and international flights.

If you have any questions, contact
Phone: (780) 459-6661

For more information, please check the Transport Canada website.