Rise Air

Rise Air is a 100 percent Indigenous-owned airline that has operated for more than 70 years, growing to become one of western Canada’s largest regional airlines. The company focuses on providing essential transportation links for people living and working at 72 communities and other sites across the north.

Rise Air operates one of the largest and most versatile fixed-wing fleets in Saskatchewan, comprising 26 aircraft. The fleet includes ATR 72-600 turboprop airliners configured for 68 passengers, ATR 42-500 and ATR 42-320 aircraft seating 44 passengers, Beechcraft 1900D aircraft accommodating up to 19 passengers, De Havilland Twin Otters configured for wheels, floats and skis, Beechcraft King Air B200 aircraft, and Pilatus PC-12 aircraft configured for medevac and charter services. The airline also operates a 1954 De Havilland Beaver on floats. In 2026 Rise Air became the launch customer for the latest generation ATR 72-600 series in Canada, taking delivery of its first aircraft as the first in the country.

The airline has built a reputation for reliable, responsive customer service in remote and challenging environments by employing experienced aviation personnel supported by extensive training, modern aircraft, airport facilities, ground equipment, and rigorous safety systems. Rise Air is CCIB certified as a 100 percent Indigenous-owned organization through Athabasca Basin Development and Prince Arthur Development Corporation. The company serves organizations throughout western and northern Canada including mining, energy, exploration, tourism, health, justice, corporate and economic development sectors. Rise Air contracts Snowbird Aviation Services for ticketing, counter and ground support services in Saskatoon, with Snowbird also providing aviation fuelling solutions at other Saskatchewan locations.