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Air Canada and IAMAW reach tentative agreement on new contract
The agreement covers more than 11,000 unionized workers and remains confidential until a ratification vote and board approval.
- On Sunday, Air Canada and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers reached a tentative collective agreement covering roughly 11,000 unionized employees across maintenance, cabin services, airport airside operations, cargo, finance, and clerical roles.
- Contract negotiations between Air Canada and the IAMAW began on February 3, 2026, with the talks reported as mostly constructive. This timeline suggests a relatively swift resolution compared to prolonged airline labor disputes.
- The IAMAW described the agreement as "historic," citing "landmark wage increases" for its members. The union characterized the deal as a significant victory for labor relations within the airline industry.
- Union membership will vote on ratification in the coming weeks, followed by final approval from the Air Canada Board of Directors. Terms remain confidential until the membership vote concludes.
- The agreement recognizes contributions and skills of Air Canada employees across six operational categories, solidifying new wage and benefit structures for roughly 11,000 workers essential to daily flight operations.
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AIMTA, which represents more than 11,000 unionized employees, describes the agreement-in-principle with Air Canada as "historical".
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Tentative deal reached between Air Canada and union
Air Canada and the union representing some 11,000 unionized workers are announcing they’ve reached a tentative deal. The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers say the deal includes what they describe as landmark wage increases. The country’s largest airline say’s the tentative deal recognizes the contributions and skills of its employees in maintenance, cabin services, airport airside operations, cargo, finance and cleric…
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