Tanya Foster

Tanya Foster joined WestJet’s executive leadership team in January 2023. As WestJet’s Chief Information Officer, she oversees all aspects of the airline’s IT capabilities, ensuring WestJet’s technology platforms are efficient, easy to use and cost effective. Tanya plays a critical role in facilitating the WestJet employee and guest experience.

Prior to joining WestJet Tanya spent over 20 years in the telecom and cable industry driving technology transformation. Tanya served in a variety of executive technology roles and previously was the Vice President of Enterprise Solutions and Strategic Delivery at Shaw Communications. Tanya is highly experienced in partnering with stakeholders to drive topline revenue, create business efficiencies and manage business risk through the delivery of modern technology solutions. Her people-first approach to leadership is a key component of her ability to deliver technological and digital excellence to all aspects of WestJet’s business.

Tanya holds a Bachelor of Management from the University of Lethbridge majoring in Accounting and Information Systems.