Recipient: Edmonton International Airport
Letter: Greetings,
Rename Edmonton International Airport in honour of Max Ward Comments
Name Location Date Comment
Christine Newsome Chilliwack, Canada 2020-11-06 "I remember Wardair well. This great aviation pioneer should be recognized."
Carla Quenneville Edmonton, Canada 2020-11-07 "Max is a aviation pioneer"
Norm Lee Australia 2020-11-09 "Rename Edmonton Airport the Max Ward Airport."
Sandra Walker Calgary, Canada 2020-11-23 "He put Edmonton on the map as Wardair Headquarters. ...great man of vision of what air travel should be like"
Dawn Rowe Edmonton, Canada 2020-11-23 "I worked for Wardair in the early 90's in Edmonton. Much respect to Max Ward."
Scott Rowed Canmore, Canada 2020-11-23 "Very few Canadians, especially Albertans, have advanced aviation through Alberta and the North as much as Max Ward. He was an entrepreneur and pioneer who also treated people with respect. Naming the airport after him would make us proud and honour his legacy."
George Stonier Surrey, Canada 2020-11-23 "This Business Man did so much for the local economy, employed 1000’s, and provide a service that people are still talking about."
Steve Cameron Orangeville, 2020-11-23 "Great employer and revolutionized the airline industry" Canada
Robert Barron Vancouver, Canada 2020-11-23 "Flying aboard a Wardair jet made me fall in love with civil aviation and led to me ultimately becoming a Flight Attendant. One of Max Ward’s smaller accomplishments, maybe, but still very important."
charles Daniel Ballinafad, Canada 2020-11-23 "Max Ward set and maintained the highest standards in customer mcniven service in Canadian Aviation"
Joanne Reid Dixon Edmonton, Canada 2020-11-23 "Changing the name to Edmonton Ward Airport would honor an aviation pioneer and should be done."
Tammy Muirhead Edmonton, Canada 2020-11-23 "I started my career in the industry with wardair 1988 ! Proud employee and the wards are amazing"
Wesley Johnson Edmonton, Canada 2020-11-23 "Max Ward International has a nice ring to it."
Brian Revel Vancouver, Canada 2020-11-23 "Max Ward was a pioneer of Canadian aviation matched by very few. He put Edmonton International on the map and was one of the few who made YEG a hub for the far North."
Catherine McGill Ajax, Canada 2020-11-23 "Mr. Ward was a pioneer in aviation in Canada and he and his airline remain legendary. Wardair was a wonderful airline to work for and I was proud to work for such an honourable man."
anne miller royds edmonton, Canada 2020-11-23 "Bill Powell started this idea and as a former employee and support from the Ward family I think it is a great idea" Name Location Date Comment
Lori Barter Wasaga Beach, 2020-11-23 "Max was a true gentleman and entrepreneur. He cared so much Canada about his people, his planes and the service that was offered to his passengers...a Canadian Icon!"
James Butchert Toronto, Canada 2020-11-23 "I have great respect for Max W Wards achievements!"
Janet Sills CALGARY, Canada 2020-11-23 "It’s fitting and deserving. No better true Albertan to bestow this honour."
Todd Sharkey Edmonton, Canada 2020-11-23 "Max Ward is an aviation icon and deserves to have his name on the Edmonton airport that his iconic airline Wardair called home."
Brian Cooper delta, Canada 2020-11-23 "I’m signing as a recently retired airline employee who’s fondest memories were my Wardair years."
Linda Haldenby Collingwood, 2020-11-23 "Max Ward was an aviation and business icon in Canada, and a Ontario, Canada proud Edmontonian." doria wosk miami, Florida, US 2020-11-23 "HONOR MAX WARD"
Mark Setterberg Houston, Texas, US 2020-11-23 "It sounds like a great idea."
Karen STIMSON Dundalk, Ontario, 2020-11-23 "Its the very least Alberta could do in honor of a great man, who was Canada a pioneer in the aviation industry"
Robert Hayter Rudgwick, England, 2020-11-23 "Max Ward is a Canadian aviation legend who created one of the UK best airlines ever to grace the skies."
Blair Neufeld Victoria, Canada 2020-11-23 "Max Ward was a pioneer of aviation, corporate startups and customer service. Edmonton Airport would be a perfect place to honour him."
Mauricelia Ferreira Victoria, Canada 2020-11-23 "In a great cause."
Gyorgyi Brown Ottawa, Canada 2020-11-23 "Max Ward is a Canadian aviation pioneer."
Sara Sato Surrey, Canada 2020-11-23 "I agree"
Antonio Valente Toronto, Canada 2020-11-23 "A huge contributor to Canadian Avaition"
Glenna Ritchie Tiny, Canada 2020-11-23 "To celebrate a wonderful man. Max Ward was a great boss and Canadian entrepreneur."
Jennifer Rodman Ennismore, Canada 2020-11-23 "My sister worked for Wardair!" joslyn lous Vancouver, Canada 2020-11-23 "a well deserved honour of another great Canadian" betty metcalfe vancouver, Canada 2020-11-23 "Because this man was a pioneer and he deserves this honour"
Robert G. McNeil Howie Centre, 2020-11-23 "Robert G McNeilCanadian inovators and pioneers must not be Canada forgotten. The Historic Sites and Monumenrs Board should consider designating him "A Person of National Significance "" Name Location Date Comment
Barbara Gray Mississauga, 2020-11-23 "When you think of Edmonton you think of Max Ward. He was an Canada aviation pioneer but also ahead of his time in knowing the value of good customer service ."
Mark Fitzpatrick Mississauga, 2020-11-23 "Max gave me my first job in aviation. Worked for Wardair for many Canada years and met him often. Such a nice man.."
Debra Falco Kitchener, Canada 2020-11-23 "I believe this change should happen. I appreciate and respect Mr. Ward and this would be the credit he deserves."
Michael Graham Fort Frances, 2020-11-24 "Max Ward is iconic to Canadian Aviation growth on the Canada International scene"
Halina Teasdale Oakville, Ontario, 2020-11-24 "I'm signing because Max Ward was a pioneer and deserves the Canada homage!"
Kelly Watson Delta, Canada 2020-11-24 "Can’t imagine anyone more deserving of the honour than the incomparable Max Ward. He was a true pioneer of charter vacation travel with amazing benefits. Thank you Mr Ward. May you RIP where you belong, in the skies above!"
Janie Mcburney Orillia, Canada 2020-11-24 "This little country bumpkin began an amazing career that lasted 47 incredible years thanks to Max and his vision “ Wardair”"
Dave Lindsay Sherwood Park, 2020-11-24 "The greatest Post War aviation pioneer ever !" Alberta, Alberta, Canada
Adelino Carreira Suffield, 2020-11-24 "He deserves the honor." Connecticut, US
Michael Cooper Toronto, Canada 2020-11-24 "Max Ward changed Canadian Aviation for the better. A true hero and icon!"
Toni Falcioni Toronto, Canada 2020-11-24 "I agree 100%"
Alison Moody-Stuart Delta, Canada 2020-11-24 "Max Ward was a pioneer and deserves the recognition."
Joanne Tremayne Cramahe, Ontario, 2020-11-24 "Max Ward was 'the' AVIATION PIONEER.." Canada
Robin Fast Delta, Canada 2020-11-24 "What a great tribute! The # of people who still comment and have Wardair stories is crazy!!"
Donna Underwood Abbotsford, 2020-11-24 "Wardair was an amazing airline and company" Canada
Marcia Cohen Newmarket, 2020-11-24 "My first flight was Wardair and it was actually the best flight I've Canada ever had. As well, Sue Philips who forwarded this to me is a caring knowledgeable woman and I totally agree with her compassionate and most sensible reasoning. Thank you."
Barbara Vrolijk Sherwood Park, 2020-11-24 "A true pioneer in Canadian aviation, and a great man" Canada Name Location Date Comment
Robert Preece Ridgeway, Canada 2020-11-24 "Great Canadian aviator"
Jane Brock Dunsford, Canada 2020-11-24 "I had the pleasure of working with this amazing gentelman and entrepreneur"
Wayne Loustel Leduc, Canada 2020-11-24 "We should honour our heritage not destroy it."
Arthur Morrow Richmond, Canada 2020-11-24 "Many fond memories of Wardair! Name change for the Edmonton International, to Ward, would be welcomed by many!"
Deb Durocher Vancouver, Canada 2020-11-24 "I had the privilege of working for Max for 12 years. He set the gold standard for how to treat customers."
Catherine Patterson Bowen Island, 2020-11-24 "I think aviation pioneers deserve more recognition than politicians" Canada
Pamela Mackinnon Caledon, Canada 2020-11-24 "Max Ward’s major contribution to Canadian aviation history"
Deborah Kelman Milton, Canada 2020-11-24 "A true pioneer in Canadian aviation."
Judith Grisold Ottawa, Canada 2020-11-24 "Max Ward represented what excellence in management was all about. He wasn’t afraid to get his hands dirty. He spoke to his people as peers. Definitely he should have his name front and centre."
Monique Durocher Saint Albert, 2020-11-24 "Max Ward is so very worthy of having YEG named in his honour." Canada
Jana Cervinka Toronto, Canada 2020-11-25 "Let's honour our Canadian Innovators!"
Anna Masch Lillooet, British 2020-11-25 "I lived in Edmonton for a good portion of my life and I remember Columbia, Canada Wardair and how great it was."
Sharon Farrar Bell Canyon, 2020-11-25 "Max Ward deserves recognition." California, US
Susan Padro Toronto, Canada 2020-11-25 "I believe that Max Ward deserves the recognition for his contributions."
ANN Berezowski Calgary, Alberta, 2020-11-25 "Recognizing one of our aviation pioneers would be an honour for Canada Max Ward to be remembered by us all!"
Carol Smith Burlington, Canada 2020-11-25 "Carol Smith"
Irene MacMillan Penticton, Canada 2020-11-25 "I agree with Tambria; airports should be named after aviation pioneers, NOT politicians." marvin Brett Surrey, Canada 2020-11-25 "Well deserved."
Frank Horton Victoria, Canada 2020-11-25 "Max is an aviation icon.Rename YEG in his honour."
Ken Knowles Ponoka, Canada 2020-11-25 "Max Ward was an aviation pioneer." Name Location Date Comment
Geraldine Maguire Edmonton, Canada 2020-11-26 "Max Ward's contribution to air travel in Canada is unparalleled. He was a man of integrity, creativity, and energy. He was a pioneer, flying bush planes in northern Canada!"
Stuart Sugar Toronto, Canada 2020-11-26 "Max Ward was a Canadian aviation pioneer."
Nick Vanaalst Calgary, Canada 2020-11-26 "If you don’t understand why I am signing this in the first place, then you have no business opposing the renaming."
Kathy Tarnowetski Calgary, Canada 2020-11-26 "Mr. Ward was an aviation innovator . So many Albertans have wonderful memories of their Wardair experiences."
Stacey Nishikawa Calgary, Canada 2020-11-26 "We need to recognize a great man who did great things for the aviation and travel industry!"
Joan Blize Calmar, Canada 2020-11-26 "I am from the area and love the idea"
Jane Stoyles Georgetown, 2020-11-26 "My dad ( Jim Mercer )work for Max at Wardair. Max was a classy, Canada personable and talented man." michael bellamy Spruce Grove, 2020-11-26 "Michael Bellamy" Canada
Darrell Roper Winfield, Canada 2020-11-26 "Perfect way to honour a Canadian Aviation Pioneer and true entrepreneur"
Donna Gagnon Leduc, Canada 2020-11-26 "I knew Max Ward! Not only a pioneer in aviation but a great business man who’s airline provided the best customer service!"
Michael Walker Penetanguishene, 2020-11-26 "A grand idea! Keep politics out of it." Canada
Bart Casey ottawa, Canada 2020-11-26 "Great choice for an amazing airport and amazing person who gave so much to AVIATION in Canada"
Sarah Burry Saint Albert, 2020-11-26 "Max Ward is a true Edmontonian, who helped develop the flight Canada energy in air travel. My hero."
Steven Virga Edmonton, Canada 2020-11-26 "Max’s contributions to aviation in Edmonton and Alberta need to be recognized, and what better way than an inclusion in the international airports name."
Robert Tidswell Victoria, Canada 2020-11-26 "Max is the reason I became a pilot, and Edmonton Airport needs to class it up a bit!"
Susan Bruder Halton Hills, 2020-11-26 "was an employee of wardair and respected max ward...he is Canada deserving of this"
Randy McCullough Loretto, Canada 2020-11-26 "Ward air ment something when you flew with them..."
Jerry Semen Stony Plain, 2020-11-26 "Pillars of the Aviation evolution should be recognized and never Canada forgotten."
Marc Adam Calgary, Canada 2020-11-26 "Max Ward was an aviation pioneer. Totally makes sense." Name Location Date Comment
Jordan Wilkie Edmonton, Canada 2020-11-26 "Keep sharing. There will be another petition coming out that is registered by parliament. Will post the link when that happens."
Rob Hansen Airdrie, Canada 2020-11-26 "Pioneer aviator/ businessman. Love this idea."
Karl Jevne Sylvan Lake, 2020-11-26 "An amazing man!" Canada
Kirsten Ballendine Grande Prairie, 2020-11-26 "It’s a great idea!" Canada
Jeff Helps Headingley, 2020-11-26 "As a Canadian aviation pioneer it is more than appropriate that he Canada be afforded this honour."
Sharlene Tessier Cornwall, Canada 2020-11-26 "It makes sense to me to change it"
Donna Cram Winnipeg, Canada 2020-11-26 "I'm signing because if it weren't for pioneers in aviation like Max Ward, the airports as we know them today wouldn't exist."
David Nolsoe Langley, Canada 2020-11-27 "It’s a no-brainer."
Jason Kropp Spruce Grove, 2020-11-27 "He was a legend" Canada
William Cramer Edmonton, Canada 2020-11-27 "My parents met Max Ward and it was a big deal"
Lyle Lewis Calgary, Canada 2020-11-27 "I think Max Ward was a true Pioneer of the Canadian North and set a worldwide standard for charter excellence that is still the benchmark standard."
James Irvine Ottawa, Canada 2020-11-27 "Max is a legend!"
Ken Knott Vancouver, Canada 2020-11-27 "What a great idea!"
Dan Glass Saskatoon, Canada 2020-11-27 "This is an important recognition of a Canadian aviation pioneer!"
Dave Kinley Edmonton, Canada 2020-11-27 "To honour a great Canadian Aviator"
Lisa Rochemont Acton, Canada 2020-11-27 "Lisa Rochemont"
Duane Sutherland Calgary, Canada 2020-11-27 "We need to honour our past, as our future looks bleak"
Anthony Oxlade Sarnia, Canada 2020-11-27 "Max is a famous aviator and deserves this."
Wrae Hill West Kelowna, 2020-11-27 "Great idea" Canada
Rhea MacKay Kelowna, Canada 2020-11-27 "Max was a pioneer of aviation in Canada. Let’s honour his contribution"
Jan Kay Calgary, Canada 2020-11-27 "My dad was a bush pilot with Max Ward"
Keith wilson Abbotsford bc, 2020-11-27 "Flew with Wardair. My friend was a pilot for him on twin Otter. Had Canada a great reputation up north" Name Location Date Comment
Ritchie Velthuis Edmonton, Canada 2020-11-27 "I think it is a great idea to recognize the people responsible for Edmonton’s aviation history and community"
Justin Van Marrum Brampton, Canada 2020-11-27 "We have enough airports named after politicians."
Matt Staffen Canada 2020-11-27 "Max Ward is an aviation legend and needs to be recognized for what he has done for aviation in western and northern Canada!"
Sharon Staffen Saint Marys, 2020-11-27 "This Icon deserves to be recognized in a big way and I can’t think of Canada a better way! He was a very kind, generous and thoughtful man!!"
Jennifer Littlefair Orillia, Canada 2020-11-27 "Max Ward was trailblazer and he made a difference !��"
William Miles Mississauga, 2020-11-27 "I flew for Wardair for 24 yrs. The right man for the right airport at Canada the right time."
Anna Witter Brampton, Canada 2020-11-27 "Max Ward was an icon in the aviation industry"
Rick DeJong Callander, Canada 2020-11-27 "It sure beats some undeserving politician name....and Max was cool."
Frank De Maio Kelowna, Canada 2020-11-28 "Max Ward played a huge part in Canadian aviation history and he deserves to be noted for that"
Craig Gowland-Brown Beijing, China 2020-11-28 "Canadian legend"
June Piche Winnipeg, Canada 2020-11-28 "June Piche"
Robert Staffen Saint Marys, 2020-11-28 "One of the most incredible Entrepreneurs in Canadian History. One Canada USA aviation expert comment was “if the Liberal Government of Canada had at the time given Max the routes he asked for and they stopped protecting Air Canada; Wardair would have be one of the most successful airlines in the World”"
Gary Peare Surrey, British 2020-11-28 "Max Ward was a giant in Canadian Aviation!" Columbia, Canada rose silano Kamloops, Canada 2020-11-28 "Rose Silano" anna donato woodbridge, 2020-11-28 "Max Ward was an innovator, an amazing man who changed the Canada airline industry He is a Canadian icon"
Bob Munro Golden, Canada 2020-11-28 "Max was a Canadian legend and an aviation pioneer."
Ro Ye vancouver, Canada 2020-11-28 "This is a no brainer, Max Ward Airport"
Ron Pretzlaff Canada 2020-11-28 "Me Ward was an Icon in the Edmonton area and northern Alberta. Renaming the the Edmonton International Airport after him would be a great idea!"
Ellis Bottenfield Gladstone, Mb, 2020-11-28 "It is more appropriate to name airports after aviation pioneers, Canada rather than political figures. Max Ward certainly has earned that." Name Location Date Comment
Michael Louie West Vancouver, 2020-11-28 "It’s the right thing to do." Canada
BOB ERNEWEIN Dryden, Ontario, 2020-11-28 "Max Ward was one of the greatest contributors to all facets of Canada Canadian Aviation!....This would be a fitting tribute to his efforts and achievement achievements."
Gerald Keith Dreger Sherwood Park, 2020-11-28 "A fitting honour for an Edmonton aviation icon." Canada
Hugh Montgomery Thunder Bay, 2020-11-28 "Mr Ward was a pioneer. Thank you." Canada
Michael Ewings Dryden, Canada 2020-11-28 "Max Ward was an aviation pioneer. I flew on Wardair when it existed. It would be nice to have an airport named after him."
Gavin Fenton Edmonton, Canada 2020-11-28 "This is a fantastic idea Gav"
Brian McBurney Edmonton, Canada 2020-11-28 "Max was an aviation legend that deserves to be honoured this way!"
Aldo Campodonico Toronto, Canada 2020-11-28 "We need to promote more people devoted to aviation"
John Evans Nipigon, Canada 2020-11-29 "I met Max at his cabin at Red Rock lake. Very hospitable."
John Wellar Australia 2020-11-29 "Max deserves the recognition"
Walter Salmaniw Victoria, British 2020-11-29 "A true aviation pioneer with many links to the North, as well as Columbia, Canada northern Alberta."
Becky Andersen Grande Prairie, AB, 2020-11-29 "Max Ward was an aviation pioneer." Alberta, Canada
Geri Wall Toronto, Canada 2020-11-29 "Max Ward was a pioneer in developing affordable Commercial Aviation to Canadians."
Jason M Vancouver, Canada 2020-11-29 "A true Canadian hero, aviation pioneer & Edmontonian"
Gord MacSwain High River, Canada 2020-11-29 "Met Max several times and was always impressed with his aviation foresight."
Alan Eames Montreal, Canada 2020-11-29 "Fond memories of flying Wardair 747 back home to the UK in the early 80's."
Roger Sept Medicine Hat, 2020-11-29 "I think it is a great honour to bestow on an individual who Canada contributed so much to aviation."
Susan Balmer Hay River, Canada 2020-11-29 "He was an amazing man!"
Ryan gould Calgary, Canada 2020-11-29 "Legend"
Les Anda Calgary, Canada 2020-11-30 "I care!" Name Location Date Comment
Jim Ivens Humboldt, Canada 2020-11-30 "Having lived in the north and having met Max this would a fitting honour for this Canadian icon."
Linda Vallance Kelowna, Canada 2020-11-30 "Linda VallanceA very noble name that should be recognized."
Jack Sides Calgary, Canada 2020-11-30 "I’m signing this petition because Mr.Ward was very instrumental in developing the air services in Northern Canada as well as huge contributions to air travel in Canada"
Barbara Morin Mexico, Mexico 2020-11-30 "It is very fitting to honour Max Ward in this way for his outstanding and unique contributions both to the City of Edmonton and Canadian Aviation."
Diane Williams Calgary, Canada 2020-11-30 "Max Ward built his airline to enable his passengers to share his passion for flying and experiencing all the cultures of the world. It is a wonderful idea."
Eric Mody Airdrie AB, Canada 2020-11-30 "Max Ward helped open up the North as well as Wardair. A Canadian super hero!"
Jo McDowell Calgary, Canada 2020-11-30 "The man that pioneered Northern Aviation"
Don Nichol West Kelowna, 2020-11-30 "I think this would be a great dedication to this pioneer!" Canada
Steven Cross Cranbrook, Canada 2020-11-30 "He was a Canadian aviation legend that needs to be remembered"
Alice Campbell Canada 2020-11-30 "I worked at Wardair and recognize how his pioneering vision opened the north"
Keith Parkinson Airdrie, Canada 2020-11-30 "Keith Parkinson"
Pierrot Jette Kanata, Canada 2020-11-30 "I’m signing this petition because I believe airports should be named after folks who made their mark in aviation. There are other ways to recognize politicians that is more representative of their contributions to the nation or a particular tioic."
Michael Newbould Markington, 2020-11-30 "I think that would be a great idea to honour a pioneer of aviation." England, UK
Walter Dona Abbotsford, 2020-11-30 "A true Pioneer in aviation" Canada
Janet Schmude Edmonton, Canada 2020-11-30 "He was a true pioneer and deserves the recognition"
Anthony Jarvis Edmonton, Canada 2020-12-01 "I met Mr. Ward and knew him from Yellowknife. He likely would not want to be fussed over but we can if we want to!"
Roland Teape Greenwood Way, 2020-12-01 "An excellent idea, one I hope is approved." Canada
Randy Hayden Caledon, Canada 2020-12-01 "Our country needs heroes and Max Ward was a hero of a business man. His people loved him and his customers, including me, raved about flying on Wardair." Name Location Date Comment
Janet Stoneking Sale Creek, 2020-12-01 "great idea" Tennessee, US
Nathan Roy Maroochydore, 2020-12-01 "We knew Max and he was an Aviation pioneer" Australia
Steve Nelson GEORGETOWN, 2020-12-01 "About time we name an airport after an aviation pioneer. Not a Canada corrupt politician."
Paul Stubbs Saint Albert, 2020-12-01 "I met Max on several occasions and know his contributions to Canada Alberta aviation"
Wesley Bogdane Edmonton, Alberta, 2020-12-01 "We need to honor our aviation pioneers." Canada
Ryan Thompson Edmonton, Canada 2020-12-01 "I worked in the north and it is amazing what he and the airline industry accomplished in opening up so many areas!"
Brenda I'Anson Chetwynd, Canada 2020-12-02 "Great choice"
Karen Ross Fort Erie, Canada 2020-12-02 "Great man,who created and ran his airlines with great pride�"
Colin Ross Joussard, Alberta, 2020-12-02 "An Excellent idea. Max was a very, very important pioneer in Canada Edmonton aviation."
Jane Duggan Edmonton, Canada 2020-12-02 "I’m signing because Max Ward was a true pioneer of the aviation industry and deserves the recognition."
GAIL ROSS FORT ERIE, 2020-12-02 "This would be so fitting...such a pioneer in the field of aviation who Ontario, Canada always set the bar high."
Trevor Hogue Morinville, ab, 2020-12-03 "I agree." Canada
Linda Mulder Grimsby, Canada 2020-12-03 "Linda Mulder"
Carrie King Creighton, Canada 2020-12-04 "Its time to honour our Aviation Pioneers!"
Don Tallman Calgary, Canada 2020-12-05 "Don & Pat Tallman"
Derek Aindow Edmonton, Canada 2020-12-05 "I met Max in Yellowknife many years ago - a wonderful man who supported northern development and his employees. Proud to sign this petition."
Thomas McEvoy Cold Lake, Canada 2020-12-05 "I heartily agree naming Edmonton International Airport after one of Alberta’s great aviation pioneers. This is something way overdue."