WestJet Cancels 76 Flights Ahead of Potential August 2 Flight Attendant Strike
WestJet cancelled 76 flights as a potential strike by CUPE Local 8125 begins August 2, 2026. Flexible travel policies are in effect from July 30 to August 4.
WestJet Cancels 76 Flights Amid CUPE 8125 Strike and Lockout Notices
WestJet cancelled 76 flights July 30, 2026, after flight attendants' union CUPE Local 8125 issued a strike notice. Potential work stoppage could start August 2.
WestJet Cancels 76 Flights Before Possible August 2 Flight Attendant Strike
WestJet cancelled 76 flights ahead of a possible strike by flight attendants set to begin August 2. CUPE Local 8125 issued a strike notice following contract talks over unpaid ground work.
WestJet Cancels 76 Flights Ahead of Potential August 2 Flight Attendant Strike
WestJet canceled 76 flights following a 72-hour strike notice from flight attendants’ union CUPE Local 8125, with a potential strike starting August 2, 2026. WestJet issued a matching lockout notice as negotiations over unpaid ground work stalled ahead of the Civic Holiday weekend.
WestJet Cancels 76 Flights Before Potential Strike Starting August 2, 2026
WestJet has cancelled 76 flights as CUPE Local 8125 issues a strike notice with potential work stoppage from August 2, 2026. The union represents 4,400 cabin crew contesting unpaid ground work compensation.
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WestJet Cancels 76 Flights Ahead of Potential August 2 Flight Attendant Strike
WestJet flight attendants issued a 72-hour strike notice on July 30, with the airline responding with a lockout notice set for August 2, 2026. The airline cancelled 76 flights pre-emptively amid unresolved disputes over unpaid ground work hours.
WestJet Cancels 76 Flights Ahead of Potential Flight Attendant Strike August 2, 2026
WestJet cancelled 76 flights on July 30 after CUPE Local 8125 issued a strike notice, with a possible work stoppage starting August 2, 2026. The dispute centers on unpaid ground work claims by flight attendants.
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