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WestJet Flight Attendants Vote on Strike | Calgary News
WestJet flight attendants are on the brink of strike action as nearly 4,400 members vote on potential job action, demanding fair pay after years of unpaid work under an outdated credit system. With last year’s Air Canada strike still fresh in memory, WestJet CEO Alexis von Hoensbroech admits the contract needs urgent updates to match inflation and improve pay. CUPE Local 8125 president Alia Hussain remains hopeful for a negotiated solution, citing WestJet’s history of creative problem-solving. Meanwhile, Flair Airlines pilots have just ratified a new contract — a bright spot for travelers…
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