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WestJet flight attendants go on strike
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August 2, 2026
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1:34Now PlayingMore than 4,200 WestJet flight attendants walked off the job Sunday after the union and the airline failed to reach a deal before the strike deadline. Pay remains at the centre of the dispute, with the union saying its members aren't fairly compensated and are doing unpaid work for some tasks such as ground duties.
The airline has said affected passengers will be refunded or reaccommodated ‘as applicable.’
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