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CALGARY, AB — Flight attendants with WestJet, represented by CUPE 8125, have issued 72-hour strike notice. WestJet then issued a 72-hour lockout notice.
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From the beginning, flight attendants have been clear about what they are fighting for. Unfortunately, the parties are still too far apart on some key issues.
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“We have been clear about what needs to change, and we have worked hard to reach a fair deal,” said Alia Hussain, President of CUPE 8125.
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The strike notice does not mean flight attendants want to go on strike. CUPE 8125 has been clear throughout negotiations that its goal is to reach a fair agreement without disrupting passengers or the travelling public.
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CUPE 8125 is also calling on the federal government to respect the collective bargaining process and allow the parties to reach a fair, negotiated agreement without government intervention.
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“There’s still time to avoid a strike,” said Hussain. “We will continue to bargain around the clock until this is resolved. We want a fair contract for our members that recognizes the value of flight attendants’ work and recognizes our position as employees of the second-largest carrier in Canada. We look forward to further discussions with WestJet at the table so we can resolve this before August 2nd.”
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