Generally the first drink is on the house, but they don't announce it as they don't have enough booze for everyone.
Whenever I've flown the YYZ/YUL - NYC (mainline) route, I've had no trouble getting a drink.
AC also provides free booze when the plane is delayed 30 mins or more (again usually on one free drink)
Last edited by kwflyer; Nov 18, 2013 at 12:26 am