[Maritime Q-Scout]

I believe people like Sample00 could answer better than I.

However I believe that group deals generally kick in at 10 people. I'm trying to remember from teh few dealings I've had to book while in university.

It could possibly be cheaper to book at a seat sale rate far enough in advance as well.

You probably should give the customer service numbers for WestJet, AirCanada, and Sunwing a call (I'm assuming Sunwing flies out of Calgary, they freakin' fly out of Sydney in the summer). Explain you're looking for a group rate for 8. If they say minimum 10 out of curiousity I'd ask what it is anyway, on the off chance the discount reduces the price below 8.

If you can't get a group discount through the airline, or if you can do it through a travel agent support CPers and book through Yellowhead