Airline Labor Talks Loom in Canada for 2026
As 2025 ends, Canada's airline industry faces pivotal labor negotiations in the new year. We examine the key players, recent strikes, and what passengers can expect for 2026 travel.
As 2025 ends, Canada's airline industry faces pivotal labor negotiations in the new year. We examine the key players, recent strikes, and what passengers can expect for 2026 travel.
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Air Transat pilots, represented by ALPA, have issued a 72-hour strike notice. Flight suspensions will begin Monday, disrupting holiday travel plans. Details on the labour dispute and passenger impact.
Air Transat pilots have issued a 72-hour strike notice, leading to flight suspensions. A Windsor travel agent urges passengers to remain patient and check for updates.
Air Transat pilots have served a 72-hour strike notice, leading to flight suspensions. The airline calls the action 'premature' as negotiations continue. Read the latest on the labour dispute.
Air Transat pilots have issued a 72-hour strike notice, leading to flight cancellations starting Monday. The union and airline clash over contract talks as the busy holiday season begins. Learn about the impact and what comes next.
Air Transat is preparing to halt operations after its pilots' union issued a 72-hour strike notice, threatening holiday travel disruptions. The airline calls union demands 'unreasonable.'
Air Transat pilots have issued a 72-hour strike notice, leading to flight suspensions starting Monday. The union voted 99% in favour of a strike mandate. Get the latest details.
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Air Transat pilots have voted overwhelmingly for strike action, putting holiday travel plans in jeopardy. Learn the key dates and what passengers need to know.