US EditionAir Canada to Begin Canceling Flights Ahead of Possible Strike by Flight Attendants
Air Canada locked out 10,000 flight attendants after contract talks stalled over wages and unpaid labor, causing a full flight stoppage by the weekend, the airline said.
- Air Canada plans to start canceling flights in Montreal on August 14 as it prepares for a potential strike by approximately 10,000 flight attendants expected this weekend.
- The cancellations follow stalled contract talks and an impasse reached Tuesday between Air Canada and its flight attendants' union over wages and work conditions.
- Air Canada plans a phased wind-down of most operations to minimize disruption, while providing alternative travel options through partnerships with other carriers despite limited capacity.
- Air Canada CEO Michael Rousseau expressed sorrow over how the ongoing conflict could affect passengers, partners, and the communities connected to the airline, while the union accused the company of ignoring fundamental concerns.
- Customers with canceled flights traveling August 15–18 can change flights for free or get refunds, but up to 130,000 daily passengers including international travelers could face significant disruptions.
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Faced with the threat of a strike could be triggered on Saturday, Air Canada responded by announcing a lock-out and gradual cancellation of its flights starting on Thursday, upsetting the plans of tens of thousands of travellers.
·Montreal, Canada
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BizTocAir Canada to begin cancelling flights ahead of possible flight attendant strike
The union representing around 10,000 Air Canada flight attendants issued a 72-hour strike notice Wednesday. In response, the airline issued a lockout notice.
·Washington, United States
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