Hawkair is a regional Canadian airline headquartered in Terrace, British Columbia, serving communities across northern BC. The airline focuses on connecting smaller northern communities to larger centres, providing an essential air link for residents and businesses in remote areas. Founded in 1997, Hawkair has operated scheduled passenger services between cities such as Terrace, Prince George, Smithers, and Vancouver. The airline has played an important role in the regional economy of northern British Columbia, particularly supporting industries like forestry and mining. Hawkair has faced financial challenges over the years and has undergone ownership changes. The airline operates turboprop aircraft suited to the shorter regional routes it serves, and it competes with other regional carriers for passengers in northern BC.