The labor union representing WestJet’s cabin crew has disclosed specifics of the tentative agreement reached with the Calgary-headquartered airline this week following a one-day work stoppage. The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) has outlined that the agreement entails an increase of over 18% in wages over a three-year period, along with a novel “duty period premium” that provides additional compensation for ground duties. Additionally, the deal includes enhanced time off, augmented food and uniform allowances, and other provisions.
Amid a long weekend for many, WestJet flights across a significant part of Canada were suspended as 4,400 flight attendants prepared to strike, eventually commencing the job action early on Sunday. However, a tentative agreement was swiftly reached between the airline and the union on Monday morning, leading to a gradual return to normal operations at WestJet.
The cabin crew members are slated to vote on the agreement in the upcoming weeks.