4.1.1 The selection of the mode and class of commercial transportation is made by the PSAC on the basis of cost, convenience, duration, safety and practicality.   The PSAC may authorize alternate arrangements for specific events (example: Convention, Conferences, etc.) for these reasons. 

4.1.2 Commercial air transportation is the normal method of travel for distances in excess of 300 km (one way) for the reasons cited in Section 4.1.1.  When travel by commercial air carrier or by train presents significant inconvenience, or is not deemed practical by the PSAC, in terms of overall costs, the use of a privately owned motor vehicle (POMV) may be authorized. (See Section 4.6. for guidelines on use of POMV)

4.1.3 Trips of less than 300 kilometres (one way) are not normally authorized via commercial air transportation.  Instead commercial ground transportation (i.e.: train) should be considered where it is available, convenient and more economical. 

4.1.4 All commercial air and train transportation, are to be booked using the travel agency chosen by the PSAC and charged to the PSAC Corporate Credit Card unless otherwise authorized.

4.1.5 When commercial transportation by air or train is authorized, the PSAC Travel Agent will provide the traveller with the necessary prepaid electronic tickets.

4.1.6 When commercial transportation other than by air or train is authorized and used, the traveller shall be reimbursed actual and reasonable transportation costs based on receipts. Pre-approval is required.

4.1.7 Any penalty costs incurred as a result of changes or cancellations made by the traveller for personal reasons after tickets have been issued will be paid by the traveller, except in cases where penalty costs are the result of unusual circumstances or emergency situations beyond the control of the traveller. Such changes and exceptions require the authorization of the responsible signing authority.