WestJet Ratifies 5-Year Deal with AMFA
by Sarah Milner
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WestJet has ratified a deal with the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA), finally ending the labor dispute that caused widespread disruption over the Canada Day long weekend.
The mechanics union went on strike Friday, June 28. The strike and last-minute cancellations over the Canada Day long weekend caused chaos for many as guests suddenly found themselves stranded during one of the busiest travel weekends.
The WestJet mechanics strike ended after hundreds of cancellations on Sunday, June 30, after the Calgary-based airline struck a deal with AMFA. That agreement has now been officially ratified.
“Reaching this milestone is good news for our organization and our guests,” said Diederik Pen, President of WestJet Airlines and Group Chief Operating Officer.
“While we are grateful to have achieved resolution with a clear path forward together as a unified team, we recognize that the unprecedented impact of the disruption over [the] July long weekend is still concerning for our guests, the communities we serve and our people,” Pen said.
