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Jewish News 24 · Aug 2, 2026

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✈️ WestJet flight attendants went on strike early Sunday after contract talks failed, grounding the airline's entire 150-aircraft fleet during Canada's busy August long weekend. The walkout by about 4,400 CUPE 8125 members centers on compensation for unpaid duties performed before takeoff and after landing. WestJet had already canceled 309 flights through Sunday night to avoid stranding passengers and crew.

✈️ WestJet flight attendants went on strike early Sunday after contract talks failed, grounding the airline's entire 150-aircraft fleet during Canada's busy August long weekend. The walkout by about 4,400 CUPE 8125 members centers on compensation for unpaid duties performed before takeoff and after landing. WestJet had already canceled 309 flights through Sunday night to avoid stranding passengers and crew.

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