Air Canada Signature Suite Toronto (YYZ) to Close for Expansion
Key Takeaways
- The Toronto Air Canada Signature Suite will temporarily close September 30, 2026 for expansion, with the fully expanded facility targeted for completion in early 2027.
- The expansion will incorporate the adjacent former Plaza Premium Lounge space.
- Eligible passengers will have alternative options during the closure, including priority access to the International Maple Leaf Lounge, a Gate E85 grab-and-go pop-up, and an invitation to return to the expanded Signature Suite.
Air Canada has announced it will be temporarily closing the Air Canada Signature Suite at Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ) for expansion beginning September 30, 2026, with an anticipated reopening in December 2026 and final completion in early 2027. The affected Toronto Signature Suite lounge is located in Terminal 1, near Gate E77 (international departures terminal).
The Expansion
Details of what the expansion, such as square footage and amenities, have not been released, but the new lounge will be expanding into the adjacent space previously occupied by Plaza Premium (which closed in January 2026).
During this closure, Air Canada is offering three gestures to affected customers; these include an alternate lounge, a pop-up grab-and-go lounge, and a future voucher.
Temporary Lounge Options
Firstly, eligible Signature Class passengers will be redirected to the International Maple Leaf Lounge, which is located nearby at Gate E67. Signature Suite‑eligible customers will receive priority access via a dedicated queue at the lounge. Air Canada is also setting up a temporary "pop‑up" near Gate E85 with a selection of grab‑and‑go food and beverage options.
Future Visit Voucher (+Guest)
Air Canada will also be offering an invitation to return once the expanded Signature Suite is complete in early 2027. This voucher can be used on any Air Canada flight departing to an international destination in any class of service and can be used by you or a guest through the end of 2028.
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Closing Thoughts
Nice to see they are using phased construction to minimize the closure, but I do wonder what will be missing when the lounge opens in December. There are two Air Canada Signature Suites, one in Toronto (YYZ) and the other in Vancouver (YVR), so the closing of this east coast location will be noticed by many business travelers.