it must be the first snow of the year...

VATCAN and VATSIM Scandinavia are teaming up for a light show for the ages! Details: vatcan.ca/division/event…

just so we're clear

Attention (future) VATSIM-ers! Starting in the new year, VATSIM's minimum age will be 16. Current members aged 13–15 can stay under a grandfather clause.

is that the year-end #MapleMic we see on the horizon? 👀

Reminder. We are 1 week away from The Aurora Arc! Book your slot today! booking.vatsim-scandinavia.org/the-aurora-arc… Oh and Tell your friends! See you on the 27th!

Winnipeg and Edmonton are cooking… 👀 Honestly, just mark your calendars now.

Your friends at VATCAN leadership want to share a very Merry Christmas, and safe and happy holiday season to all!

VATSIM’s Board of Governors has elected Don Desfosse as President, effective 1 Jan 2026, for a two-year term. An 18-year member and current VP of Operations, he succeeds Tim Barber, who steps down after two terms and remains VP At-Large.

Happy New Year from your friends at VATCAN!

Mark your calendars for February 1st - Virtual Vancouver FIR is hosting Real Ops! Top-down ATC coverage, simulating real-world operations as closely as possible, authentic procedures, and the bustling energy of one of North America's premier gateways! vatcan.ca/division/event…