Air Canada Express flight attendants vote on strike mandate as contract talks stall
Flight attendants at Jazz Aviation, the primary operator for Air Canada Express, are seeking a strike mandate after nine months of stalled contract negotiations. The union is demanding better wages and recognition of their role as safety professionals.
Why it matters
A potential strike could cause significant disruptions to regional air travel across Canada, impacting thousands of passengers.
The Canadian Flight Attendant Union, which represents around 1,000 flight attendants, says it's seeking a strike mandate after being unable to reach an agreement with Jazz Aviation on "the most critical issues" despite nine months of negotiations and enlisting the services of a mediator.
"The CFAU believes a strong strike mandate from its membership is necessary to ensure Jazz Aviation understands the seriousness of the outstanding issues and the resolve of its members," the news release said.
A spokesperson for Jazz Aviation said the company remains committed to reaching an agreement at the bargaining table "without disruption to its operations."
The company is seeking out the appointment of a conciliation officer as negotiations with the Canadian Flight Attendant Union have reached an impasse, the spokesperson said in an email.
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