Canucks' Evander Kane slams WestJet as "the worst airline in Canada"

Vancouver Canucks forward Evander Kane has publicly slammed WestJet. In a series of Instagram stories, Kane expressed his frustration with the airline, while praising its competitor, Air Canada.

Kane posted images of the WestJet logo alongside a strongly worded caption:

"The worst airline in Canada @westjet."

Evander Kane's Instagram Story Credit: @ evanderkane

In contrast, he praised Air Canada, posting a photo of the airline's employees with a cheerful caption,

"@aircanada to the rescue, a helpful airline."

Evander Kane's Instagram Story Credit: @ evanderkane

It is unclear what prompted Kane's comments.

The Canucks landed Kane from the Edmonton Oilers in exchange for a fourth-round pick in the 2025 draft.

---

Evander Kane excited to join hometown team Canucks

Evander Kane is set to enter his 17th NHL season and is thrilled to have joined his hometown team, the Vancouver Canucks. Having grown up in the city, he remembers looking up to players like Markus Näslund and understands just how special it is to wear the same jersey.

“Being able to put on a Vancouver Canucks uniform is really special. I grew up watching the Canucks, Markus Näslund was my favorite Canuck growing up by far," Kane said on the Canucks Insider Podcast.

Kane also looked back on his Pee Wee hockey days on the North Shore, where Mark Crawford coached the team and his son, Dylan, held down the crease as goaltender.

The team also had the opportunity to participate in the skills competition and to go to the Quebec tournament. Kane praised his father, Perry, for his success.

“My dad was a big part of that journey.Without him, I wouldn't be here today as a National Hockey League player. I am very fortunate to have somebody like him work with me from such a young age all the way until even now,” he said.

Now, Kane approaches the 1,000-game milestone of his illustrious career.