The union representing WestJet’s cabin crew has disclosed details of the tentative agreement established with the Calgary-based airline this week following a one-day strike. The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) announced that the deal encompasses an over 18% salary increase spread over three years, along with a new “duty period premium” to compensate for ground work. Additionally, the agreement includes extended time off, enhanced food and uniform allowances, and various other benefits.
Over the long holiday weekend, WestJet suspended all flights across a significant part of Canada as 4,400 flight attendants geared up for a strike, which commenced early Sunday. However, the airline and the union managed to reach a tentative agreement early Monday, gradually restoring WestJet operations back to normal.
The cabin crew members are scheduled to vote on the agreement in the upcoming weeks.
