Urban Pilots Network Inc.

Urban Pilots Network Inc. The Urban Pilots & Professionals Network (UPN) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing awareness, access, and career pathways in aviation.

The Urban Pilots & Professionals Network (UPN) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering racialized, underrepresented communities and women in aviation. Since 2004, UPN has supported youth and young professionals through training, mentorship, community programs, and professional networking, while empowering racialized, underrepresented communities and women in aviation. Led by comme

rcial pilots and aviation professionals, UPN fosters excellence and creates opportunities that inspire the next generation of aviation leaders in Canada.

Scholarship season is here! 🎓 Avoid these common mistakes to stand out: 1) Don’t reuse old reference letters. 2) Keep fi...
03/18/2026

Scholarship season is here! 🎓

Avoid these common mistakes to stand out:
1) Don’t reuse old reference letters.
2) Keep file names consistent.
3) Submit clear high-quality scans.
4) Make your essay personal, authentic, and on theme.

By following these simple guidelines, you will stand a better chance of being awarded a scholarship.

03/12/2026

Just another day at the office ✈️

Here’s a little glimpse into some of our members’ day.

Calling all aviation professionals, what does your office view look like? Tag so we can reshare.





Because celebrating incredible women shouldn’t stop after one week. 🌟 At the Urban Pilots & Professionals Network, we co...
03/09/2026

Because celebrating incredible women shouldn’t stop after one week. 🌟

At the Urban Pilots & Professionals Network, we continue to recognize the women who are shaping the future of aviation.

Meet Zoey Williams, UPN Consultant and Advisory Board Member.

Zoey began her aviation journey in high school, earning her Recreational Pilot Permit and building a remarkable career across multiple areas of the industry. From flight instructor, to flying in remote northern Ontario, to becoming a regional airline pilot and eventually a long-haul international airline pilot. Her path reflects dedication, resilience, and a passion for the aviation.

One of her most meaningful career moments?
Flying the Boeing 777 alongside her father as Captain. ✈️

Thank you, Zoey, for inspiring the next generation of aviation professionals. 👏🏽🙌🏽

03/08/2026

Strong women. Bold ambitions. Limitless skies. ✈️

From the flight deck to operations, engineering to leadership, women across our network are shaping the future of aviation every single day.

Happy International Women’s Day from the Urban Pilots & Professionals Network. Today, we celebrate and wish all women around the world a wonderful day.

The UPN Scholarship Program is pleased to welcome a new partner to our team: NAV CANADA! .ca ✈️🌟 The “NAV CANADA Dream, ...
03/05/2026

The UPN Scholarship Program is pleased to welcome a new partner to our team: NAV CANADA! .ca ✈️🌟

The “NAV CANADA Dream, Navigate, and Soar Scholarship” is dedicated to empowering the next generation of women leaders in STEM and aviation, particularly those whose experiences, identities, and aspirations have historically been underrepresented in these fields. This scholarship of $3,000 will support a Black, racialized, or Indigenous woman who is committed to shaping the future of Canada’s aviation industry through innovation, technical excellence, and leadership.

⏰ Deadline for submission: April 1, 2026

Learn more and apply via the link in our bio.


The sky has never belonged to one gender, it belongs to those bold enough to chase it. ✈️This Women in Aviation Week, we...
03/05/2026

The sky has never belonged to one gender, it belongs to those bold enough to chase it. ✈️

This Women in Aviation Week, we celebrate the pioneers who refused to accept limits and instead rewrote the rules of flight. From breaking barriers in the flight deck to engineering the aircraft that carry us across the world, these women proved that courage, brilliance, and determination have no ceiling.

Their stories are not just history, they are fuel for the next generation of aviators, engineers, and leaders who will continue to shape the future of aviation.

The skies are wider, stronger, and more inclusive because of women who dared to rise.

FutureOfAviation WomenInSTEM AviationInspiration NextGenAviators FlyHigher UPN AviationCommunity ✈️

🤝🏽Celebrating Black History Month: Partnering for Impact 🤝🏽 Our collaboration with WestJet supports UPN’s mission to inc...
02/25/2026

🤝🏽Celebrating Black History Month: Partnering for Impact 🤝🏽

Our collaboration with WestJet supports UPN’s mission to increase access, awareness, and opportunity within the aviation industry for Black youth.

Through community events and industry engagement, this partnership helps young people envision a future where they belong in aviation and have clear pathways to get there.

Together, we’re building opportunity, one connection at a time.

02/23/2026

Happy National Aviation Day Canada 🇨🇦

Honouring the people, passion, and innovation that keep aviation soaring ✈️

On February 12th, The Urban Pilots & Professionals Network proudly collaborated with Black Esteem and the Black Brillian...
02/22/2026

On February 12th, The Urban Pilots & Professionals Network proudly collaborated with Black Esteem and the Black Brilliance team for the Youth STEAM Festival at Kingsdale Community Centre in Kitchener!
From discovering what aviation really means, learning about the many career paths in aviation, and exploring how aircraft instruments work, the day was packed with inspiration and hands-on learning. Our team wrapped it up with exciting flight simulator sessions where students flew a full circuit pattern in a Cessna 172!
Huge thanks to the Waterloo Region District School Board and the Kingsdale Community Centre for creating space and opportunity for our youth to explore STEAM, dream big, and see themselves in aviation. Representation matters and the sky is not the limit, it’s just the beginning!

As we approach Canada's National Aviation Day on February 23, we’re honoring the woman whose courage helped change the c...
02/20/2026

As we approach Canada's National Aviation Day on February 23, we’re honoring the woman whose courage helped change the course of Canadian aviation.

Eileen Vollick challenged a system that wasn’t built to include her. At a time when women were rarely welcomed in the flight deck, she pursued her passion anyway, proving that skill, determination, and belief could outfly expectations.

Her bravery helped open doors for women across Canada and laid important groundwork for the diverse community of pilots we see today.

We celebrate her legacy and the generations of aviators she continues to inspire.

🤝🏽Celebrating Black History Month: Partnering for Impact 🤝🏽 The Urban Pilots & Professionals Network is proud to partner...
02/18/2026

🤝🏽Celebrating Black History Month: Partnering for Impact 🤝🏽

The Urban Pilots & Professionals Network is proud to partner with Black Esteem, an organization dedicated to empowering Black youth through community engagement and education.

Together, we create spaces where young people can see themselves represented, learn about opportunities in aviation, and feel supported as they explore their future careers.

Partnerships like this remind us that visibility, mentorship, and access can truly change lives.

Some legacies aren’t loud; they’re lasting.This Black History Month, we honor Wally Peters, whose career reflects consis...
02/16/2026

Some legacies aren’t loud; they’re lasting.

This Black History Month, we honor Wally Peters, whose career reflects consistency, excellence, and a deep commitment to service.

Because every time someone sees possibility where they once saw limits, that impact traces back to pioneers like him.


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