WestJet Comments on Canadian Government Designation for Mexico; Airline designated to provide scheduled service to San Jose del Cabo, Mazatlan, Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo and Manzanillo.

Canadian Corporate News, June, 2007

CALGARY, ALBERTA, Jun 22, 2007 (CCNMatthews via COMTEX) -- WestJet (TSX:WJA) today commented on the federal government's decision to grant designation for WestJet to provide scheduled service to Mexico.

"We welcome the government's decision and thank Minister Cannon for his vision," said Sean Durfy, WestJet President. "This represents a tremendous opportunity for WestJet to bring our fun and friendly service to Mexico on a scheduled basis. This news ensures that our strategic plan of continued international expansion is on course.

"While this designation is effective immediately, we will be working on our winter plans to determine the optimal offering that provides our guests with what they are looking for from WestJet - an exceptional guest...