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🛋️ Lounges near Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport

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Plaza Premium Lounge (Departures)

Plaza Premium Lounge (Departures) at YWG is an airside departures lounge serving both domestic and international travellers. The lounge provides comfortable seating, complimentary high‑speed Wi‑Fi, a rotational selection of hot and cold food, complimentary house beer and wine, a staffed bar (premium drinks may be chargeable), and business amenities including flight information displays and printing/photocopying (chargeable).

🚪 Terminal:
Terminal 1 (Departures)✈️ International🏠 Domestic
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Airside — Departures Level, Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport. Located opposite Gate 5 (listed on-site as opposite Gate 5 / across from Gate 6 on some listings). The lounge is inside the restricted departures area; an onward same‑day boarding pass and cleared security/immigration (where applicable) are required to access.

🎫 Access Options:
Walk-in / Day Pass / Online Booking
Same‑day boarding pass, Onward flight boarding pass (airside access), Bookings must be made at least 1 hour prior to arrival for online reservations (walk‑ins accepted subject to capacity)
PPL Pass Canada (digital pass)
Valid PPL Pass Canada voucher/activation, Use within pass terms (visit count and time limits — e.g., up to 3 hours per visit as described by the PPL Pass Canada product), Same‑day boarding pass
Card partner access (American Express / Capital One / other eligible partners)
Eligible cardholder as defined by the card partner program, Cardholder terms and availability subject to partner program rules, Same‑day boarding pass (carryable proof of travel may be required)
Membership / Plaza Premium Smart Traveller
Valid Smart Traveller or Plaza Premium membership (if applicable), Membership terms and any booking/reservation requirements must be met, Same‑day boarding pass
Group / Corporate bookings
Group booking made via Plaza Premium Group booking channels (10+ guests usually handled via Group Booking process), Advance reservation confirmed by Plaza Premium
Transit passengers
Transit passengers must have cleared transit security and hold an onward boarding pass, Meet any entry requirements for airside transit imposed by the airport or border authorities
Special access (e.g., Corporate programs)
Subject to specific partner agreements; verify eligibility with Plaza Premium or the program provider, Same‑day boarding pass

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Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge (Winnipeg)

The Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge at Winnipeg (YWG) offers a compact, comfortable pre‑flight space with complimentary Wi‑Fi, seating areas, light snacks and self‑serve beverages, and work/study spaces. It serves eligible Air Canada, Air Canada Rouge, Air Canada Express and Star Alliance passengers on same‑day departing flights (note: access restrictions apply for U.S. departures). The lounge prioritizes a quiet, functional environment rather than extensive spa or shower facilities.

🚪 Terminal:
Main Terminal / Departure Level (Departure concourse near Gate 9)✈️ International🏠 Domestic
🧭 Directions:

After clearing security, turn left into the departure concourse; the lounge is located opposite Gate 9 on the departure level (Level 2 / Departure Level), immediately across from the gate area.

🎫 Access Options:
Business Class
Same‑day confirmed departing business class ticket on Air Canada / Air Canada Rouge / Air Canada Express, Up to two (2) guests permitted with restrictions
Star Alliance Gold
Star Alliance Gold status verification (e.g., Air Canada Elite 50K, Elite 75K, Super Elite 100K), Same‑day confirmed departing boarding pass on Star Alliance member airlines
Maple Leaf Club Membership
Active Maple Leaf Club annual or lifetime membership, Confirmed same‑day departing boarding pass (Air Canada / Air Canada Rouge / Air Canada Express)
Aeroplan Elite Status (50K / 75K / Super Elite 100K)
Valid Aeroplan Elite status card or mobile confirmation, Same‑day confirmed departing boarding pass on Air Canada / Air Canada Rouge / Air Canada Express

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