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More than 4,400 WestJet flight attendants walked off the job after nearly 11 months of unsuccessful negotiations over wages, scheduling and working conditions. The strike has forced Canada’s second-largest airline to cancel hundreds of flights, creating immediate disruption across its network.
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More than 4,400 WestJet flight attendants walked off the job after nearly 11 months of unsuccessful negotiations over wages, scheduling and working conditions. The strike has forced Canada’s second-largest airline to cancel hundreds of flights, creating immediate disruption across its network.
Air Canada Cargo has achieved IATA’s CEIV Lithium Batteries certification for shipments validated under the Center of Excellence for Independent Validators (CEIV) standard. The certification supports Air Canada Cargo’s ability to demonstrate adherence to globally recognized requirements for the safe handling, storage and transportation of lithium battery shipments.
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Unionized WestJet cabin crew represented by CUPE 8125 has issued a 72-hour strike notice as contract talks stall, alleging crew are being forced to work “for free.” WestJet responded with its own 72-hour deadline. A strike could begin as early as Aug. 2 amid rising political and public support for the walkout.
Air Canada and Airbus are jointly investing up to C$13.7 million to establish a sustainability co-investment platform aimed at scaling commercial sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production in Canada. The initiative is set up as a co-funded investment vehicle to accelerate SAF industry growth at commercial scale.
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Air Canada’s Aeroplan and World of Hyatt have introduced a new partnership enabling members to earn and redeem across both programs, with reciprocal elite perks. The deal includes a 90-day challenge that can award Hyatt Globalist after 20 nights, along with options to transfer points and access cross-program benefits.
Air Canada has appointed Anko Van der Werff as its next president and CEO from January 2027, following a global search. Michael Rousseau will retire after 19 years with the airline, ending a long tenure at the helm.
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A Ryanair-operated Boeing 737-8 MAX 200 (Malta Air) made an emergency landing in Greece after a cabin window dislodged shortly after takeoff on a flight from Greece to Germany. Reports said a passenger was partially sucked toward the window before others pulled him back, triggering panic onboard.
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Air Canada has named SAS President and CEO Anko van der Werff as its next president and CEO, starting end of January 2027 and transitioning to the role in early 2027. The hire follows CEO Michael Rousseau’s planned retirement after pressure tied to his French-speaking skills, which drew controversy.
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