WestJet says a tentative agreement between the company and its mechanics has been ratified.
Mechanics went on strike for two days over the Canada Day long weekend, nearly shutting down WestJet’s network for 29 hours and costing it millions of dollars.
The work stoppage, which began on June 28, forced the airline to cancel more than 1,050 flights during one of the busiest travel periods of the year.
WestJet says the new five-year agreement between the airline and the union representing aircraft maintenance engineers will provide stability to its operations.
The airline said it was grateful to reach “a resolution” but acknowledged the “unprecedented impact” of the recent strike.
In a statement, the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association said the ratified agreement is “historic” and contains pay increases that “reflect the value these highly skilled engineers” add to the airline.
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