Air Canada Express Flight Attendants Seek Strike Vote
Flight attendants at Air Canada Express are voting on strike authorization after months of stalled contract negotiations with their carrier operator Jazz Aviation.
The Canadian Flight Attendant Union, representing approximately 1,000 flight attendants at Air Canada Express, is conducting a strike mandate vote after negotiations reached an impasse. The union is seeking improvements in wages, ground compensation, and working conditions that reflect the demands of the job.
Key Issues
- Wages and compensation for work performed on the ground
- Terms recognizing the impact of the job on crew members' lives
- Jazz Aviation (the operator) has sought conciliation officer appointment
The carrier Jazz Aviation, which operates Air Canada Express flights but is not owned by Air Canada, has indicated willingness to proceed with mediation. This labor action comes a year after Air Canada's main flight attendants achieved a tentative agreement in August 2025, though that deal faced membership rejection on wage components.
If you're flying domestically on Air Canada Express regional routes, monitor your bookings closely for potential disruptions. Travel insurance that covers labour action may be worth considering if you have essential travel plans in the coming weeks.
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