aircanada Carry-On Baggage

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Air Canada employees are required to enforce carry-on baggage size and weight restrictions, as per Transport Canada regulations. Following these restrictions ensures the comfort and safety of passengers and crew while preventing flight delays.
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Each passenger is allowed to carry on one standard article and one personal article.
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; l9 {1 E# X2 ^0 ]* G! u) @4 ?  Maximum size Maximum weight
1 standard article
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(e.g. roller bags).
See example 23 cm x 40 cm x 55 cm
9" x 15.5" x 21.5"

(wheels and handles included in size) 10 kg
22 lbs
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4 ~5 s0 V8 r9 F) q8 U(e.g. laptops).
+ x9 S2 k6 A9 u9 a( U8 z9 MSee example 16 cm x 33 cm x 43 cm
6" x 13" x 17"

(wheels and handles included in size) 10 kg
22 lbs
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& }2 W  D0 \, vItems which fall within the carry-on allowance include:
Carry-on bags, suitcases, briefcases
Laptop computers
Diaper bags, camera cases, cartons
In addition, these items can be carried on and do not count towards your baggage allowance:
Outer garments (e.g. coats, hats, etc.)
" d' v( v0 L/ I! B/ u( yPurses up to 25cm x 30cm x 20cm (10" x 12" x 8")
Assistive devices (e.g. canes, crutches, walkers, etc.)
Containers carrying life sustaining items
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. z$ j6 C) P; S7 ZNote: Remember, any airport and duty-free purchases count towards your carry-on allowance.
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Security Enhancements

For a detailed list of Transport Canada prohibited items (e.g. liquids, gels, etc.) in carry-on baggage please refer to the CATSA web site.
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Canada's policy on prohibited items may vary from that of other countries.

$ K) r9 L; u! ?: L0 @$ D& r: o" W$ TFor restrictions when departing from the United States, please visit www.tsa.gov.
For restrictions when departing from the United Kingdom, please visit www.baa.co.uk.
  D: Z7 L* k, ~! S/ wCustomers are advised that this list is not comprehensive and are urged to check with their local airport operators before travelling.
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Heavy items are stowed under the seat in front of you and lighter ones in the overhead bin.
Sharp objects
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NOT PERMITTEDSharp objects are not permitted as carry-on items. Place these and any cutting or piercing items in your "Checked Baggage."
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" R( f0 {, {7 o+ a8 m% {" hToy guns, sporting articles such as golf clubs, baseball bats, skates, etc. are not permitted as carry-on items.
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Syringes or needles for personal medical use are allowed onboard providing the needle guards are intact, and that they are accompanied by the prescription medication with a printed label identifying the medication name and the issuing medical office or pharmacy.
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Hazardous goods
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$ ^) K! }, D, ^, }" EPlease note that no fuels, matches, lighters or other dangerous goods are permitted on board.
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* d% A" v2 F) f% WElectronic equipment
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5 v; \6 p# t- I PERMITTEDElectronic items can be placed in your carry-on baggage; however, before bringing an electronic item on-board, you may be asked to turn its power on at the security check.
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- h2 c- M! h9 |: P5 J& X2 j5 S6 mIf you are carrying remotely-controlled equipment such as toys, please ensure they are packed in your checked baggage. This will make clearing of your carry-on baggage much easier.

Please note: Air Canada assumes no liability for these items when packed in checked baggage.

Car seats and strollers

Please visit the Travelling with an infant/child page