YQM Marks the 25th Anniversary of September 11, 2001
Greater Moncton, NB, September 11, 2026 — The Greater Moncton International Airport Authority (GMIAA), in partnership with the U.S. Consulate General in Halifax, hosted a commemorative ceremony today to mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks.
The ceremony brought together government representatives, airport employees and partners, emergency response organizations and community partners to remember the lives lost and recognize the extraordinary response that followed the events of that day.
When U.S. airspace closed on September 11, 2001, hundreds of aircraft travelling toward North America had to be brought safely to the ground. Airports across Atlantic Canada were called upon to respond, including YQM, which welcomed 13 diverted aircraft from around the world.
Across the region, communities stepped forward to support thousands of unexpected travellers by providing meals, transportation, accommodations and reassurance during an uncertain time.
“Twenty-five years later, we continue to remember the lives lost and all those whose lives were forever changed by the events of September 11,” said Courtney Burns, President and CEO of GMIAA. “We also remember the extraordinary compassion shown by airport employees, emergency responders, volunteers and communities across Atlantic Canada. YQM was part of that collective response, and we are grateful to recognize those efforts today.”
The commemorative ceremony included remarks from U.S. Consul General Viki Limaye; Senator Dawn Arnold; The Honourable Robert Gauvin, Minister of Public Safety and Minister responsible for la Francophonie; Kelly Cain, Deputy Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure for New Brunswick; and Bill Lawlor, Vice-President, Atlantic Canada, with the Canadian Red Cross.
Guests also had the opportunity to view historical photographs taken at YQM on September 11, 2001.
YQM extends its sincere appreciation to the airport staff, emergency response partners and community organizations whose support and compassion helped care for travellers 25 years ago.
