Choose one of the Canadian airline carriers that fly to your business travel destinations Track how much - and where - you fly each month to help you determine the best Canadian-based airlines for your business. Don't just look at the big guys - many smaller airlines in Canada can provide great service and get you where you need to go.

I recommend:  Air Transat calls itself “the vacation airline,” but this Canadian airline has flight options around the world for all types of travelers. Calm Air is a great option for business travel throughout central Canada.

Research air carriers' rewards programs before settling on a Canadian-based airline The frequent-flyer programs offered by airlines based in Canada can earn your company plenty of free trips and other perks - and fast - when you consider the number of miles you accumulate each time you travel across the country.

I recommend:  First Air and AirCreebec both participate in Aeroplan, which is the frequent-flyer program offered by Air Canada.

Seek out a Canada airline that offers special privileges for business travelers Frequent-flyer programs are great, but they have become a bit rote. Many of the top Canada-based airlines take customer service one step further with 'perk' programs just for frequent business travelers.

I recommend:  Air Canada’s Flight Pass lets you purchase prepaid flight credits toward one-way trips to help you avoid paying an arm and a leg for those inevitable last-minute business trips. One of the Western Canada airlines, Air North, has a Gold Panner Business class with such in-flight amenities as a complimentary “enhanced” meal and hot towel service.