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WestJet flight attendants began a strike on August 2, 2026, resulting in over 600 flight cancellations affecting 250,000 passengers. The work stoppage centers on pay disputes over unpaid ground duties performed before flights take off.
WestJet Strike Grounds 300+ Flights, Disrupts Travel Nationwide on August 2, 2026
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WestJet Flight Attendants Strike Grounds 300+ Flights Across Canada
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WestJet Flight Attendants Strike Disrupts Flights at Regina and Saskatoon August 2, 2026
WestJet's 4,400 flight attendants began a strike on August 2, 2026, causing cancellations of mainline flights at Regina and Saskatoon International Airports. Union picketing and passenger delays marked the disruption.
WestJet Flight Attendant Strike Cancels 600 Flights Across Canada
WestJet flight attendants launched a strike on August 2, 2026, canceling around 600 flights across Canada. The walkout centers on compensation for pre-takeoff duties, affecting domestic and international routes.
WestJet Flight Attendant Strike Cancels 600 Flights Nationwide
WestJet flight attendants launched a strike on August 2, 2026, cancelling 600 flights across Canada. The dispute centers on unpaid ground duties and ongoing contract negotiations since September 2025.
WestJet Strike Cancels Mainline Flights at Regina and Saskatoon Airports
WestJet’s 4,400 flight attendants began striking on August 2, 2026, halting all mainline flights from Regina and Saskatoon airports. The strike caused cancellations on key routes to Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, and Minneapolis-St. Paul.
WestJet Attendants Strike Grounds 600 Flights on August 2, 2026
WestJet flight attendants began a 72-hour strike early 2 August 2026, cancelling around 600 flights and disrupting key Canadian routes. The strike, called by CUPE Local 8125, centers on pay disputes over unpaid pre-takeoff duties amid ongoing contract talks.
WestJet Flight Attendant Strike Cancels 600 Flights in Canada
WestJet flight attendants began a strike on August 2, 2026, leading to the cancellation of about 600 flights in Canada. The strike focuses on pay disputes over unpaid ground duties before takeoff.
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