The labor union representing WestJet’s cabin crew has disclosed specifics of the tentative agreement reached with the airline based in Calgary following a one-day strike. The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) has revealed that the deal entails an increase in wages by more than 18% over a span of three years. Additionally, a new “duty period premium” has been introduced to provide compensation for ground duties. The agreement also encompasses extended time off, enhanced food and uniform allowances, and various other benefits.
Amidst a long weekend for many, all WestJet flights across a significant part of Canada were suspended as the deadline for a strike by 4,400 flight attendants approached, leading to the workers initiating the strike early on Sunday. However, a tentative agreement was reached between the airline and the union in the early hours of Monday, gradually restoring WestJet operations to normalcy.
The cabin crew members are slated to vote on the agreement in the upcoming weeks.