CIRB invites further submissions on necessity
of arbitration
CALGARY,
AB, June 20, 2024 /CNW/ - WestJet today,
appeared before the Canadian Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) to
discuss the airline's request for arbitration, in the negotiations
process between the airline and the Aircraft Maintenance Engineers
and Tech Ops employees, and to determine next steps.
With respect to WestJet's request for arbitration, the CIRB has
advised it will require additional time and submissions from both
parties before making a decision on whether or not collective
bargaining for our first agreement should be resolved by way of
arbitration.
In the meantime, the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association
(AMFA) has rescinded its strike notice, with both parties jointly
agreeing to return to the bargaining table to continue work towards
finding a resolution.
"We recognize the impact the initial cancellations had on our
guests and our people, and we sincerely appreciate their patience
and understanding during this time," said Diederik Pen, President of WestJet Airlines and
Group Chief Operating Officer. "In returning to the bargaining
table, we are committed to finding a resolution to avoid further
disruption to our operations."
WestJet is working to resume normal operations as quickly and
efficiently as possible, while ensuring the highest degree of
safety. Guests are encouraged to continue checking the status
of their flights before departing for the airport.
About WestJet
In 28 years of serving Canadians, WestJet has cut airfares in half
and increased the flying population in Canada to more than 50 per cent. WestJet
launched in 1996 with three aircraft, 250 employees and five
destinations, growing over the years to more than 180 aircraft,
14,000 employees and more than 100 destinations in 26
countries.
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SOURCE WESTJET, an Alberta Partnership