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WestJet reaches tentative deal with flight attendants after strike snarled weekend traffic

WestJet and flight attendants have reached a tentative agreement to end a disruptive strike. This deal aims to resolve disputes over pay for pre-flight duties performed by cabin crew. Hundreds of flights were cancelled, impacting thousands of travelers over the holiday weekend. The union's membership will now vote on the…

The Economic Times

Westjet Strike Grounds Flights as Cabin Crew Fight Over the Hours They Work for Free

Around 4,400 WestJet flight attendants have launched strike action after contract talks failed, with the union arguing cabin crew perform hours of unpaid work under the airline's current pay system.

International Business Times UK

Canada’s WestJet forced to cancel flights as thousands of flight attendants strike

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Flight attendants at Canada’s second-biggest airline go on strike

Over 300 flights had been canceled as of early Sunday, disrupting travel plans for many during a holiday weekend in Canada

The Independent UK

WestJet strike cancels more than 300 flights across Canada, leaving thousands of travelers facing major holiday weekend disruption — what passengers need to know

WestJet strike update today: The WestJet strike has canceled more than 300 flights across Canada, disrupting holiday weekend travel for thousands of passengers. With both sides willing to return to negotiations, travelers are now watching closely for updates on when the strike could end and when flights may return to…

The Economic Times

Flight attendants at Canada's WestJet go on strike in dispute over pay

Flight attendants with WestJet, Canada's second-largest airline, have gone on strike over pay disputes

The Independent UK

Canadian Tire Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

Canadian Tire (TSE:CTC) reported first-quarter 2026 earnings that management said came in ahead of plan, as stronger retail revenue and disciplined expense management helped offset weather-related weakness in comparable sales. President and CEO Greg Hicks said the company “continued to perform and

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WestJet makes a U-turn on tighter seats after backlash

A union official warned that the new seating plan had placed a huge burden on staff, creating a ‘hostile working environment’

The Independent UK

‘The flight attendants were so apologetic’: Woman boards WestJet plane. Now she’s calling their new seats ‘unsafe and absurd’

Airplane legroom has been getting smaller for years—but the new seats on WestJet, a Canadian low-cost carrier, have taken things to the extreme.

The Mary Sue

“You Have To Pay For The Other Leg”: Furious Passenger Shows ‘Sardine Can’ Seating In New Planes

"Dollars over passenger safety."

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6’3” Canadian passenger boards WestJet plane. Then he takes his seat—and immediately demands answers from the airline: ‘Medically this is dangerous’

WestJet has come under fire for its apparent lack of legroom in economy flight seats.

The Mary Sue

Can I get wifi in the sky? The airlines rolling out Starlink connection

Emirates, British Airways, United and Qatar will soon (or already do) offer free internet at altitude

The Independent UK

Cotswolds to Canada via Cardiff: Will new Toronto flights prove a ‘turning point’ for struggling airport?

Plane Talk: The Welsh capital wins back a scheduled transatlantic link for next summer

The Independent UK

An Airline is Charging People to Recline Their Seats – and It's Sparked a Heated Debate

Canadian airline WestJet is now charging economy passengers for the ability to recline, sparking a debate on 'recline rage' and the rise of absurd airline fees. Is this a new low for passenger comfort?

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The Independent UK

You could soon get charged for reclining your seat on your flight with this airline

Canadian airline WestJet announced the change as part of a major cabin refresh

The Independent UK

Passengers evacuated after Boeing plane suffers ‘hard landing’

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The Independent UK

WestJet flight from Toronto makes hard landing on Caribbean island

The Boeing 737-800 aircraft’s right wing was damaged when it hit the runway

The Independent UK

These US airlines were targeted by cyber hackers this month

The FBI issued an alert that the notorious criminal cybercriminal group, Scattered Spider, was ‘expanding its targeting to include the airline sector’

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TechRadar

WestJet investigating possible cyberattack - make sure your data is safe

WestJet app and website are experiencing disruptions in a days-long attack.

International Business Times UK

Could WestJet Cybersecurity Incident Mean More Planes Could Go Down In The Future? Details We Know So Far

The airline said the incident, which restricted access for several internal users, has not disrupted flight operations or safety protocols.

International Business Times UK

WestJet Cancels More US Flights As Canadians Turn Their Backs On America

WestJet's cancelling flights to Orlando, Chicago, and more as Canadians avoid the US amid trade tensions. Where are they heading instead? Europe and Mexico top the list!

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“Psycho” Flight Attendant Slammed For Calling Security On Disabled Woman Who Asked For Help

"This is shocking"

The Guardian - US

As Trump ignites tariff war, a US city is embracing Canadians with all its heart

An estimated 300,000 Canadians visit Palm Springs each year and Trump’s levies threaten tourism in the region

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Canadian Travel To U.S. Declines Amid Political Tensions

Canadian travelers are avoiding U.S. vacations due to political tensions and economic concerns, impacting tourism and airline industries.

The Walrus

Why Flying Sucks So Much

Long delays, lost luggage, a byzantine complaints process that seldom delivers. But hey, good luck with that airline ticket

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