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WestJet Grounds Flights Ahead of Strike | Edmonton News
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- Aug 1, 2026
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- 77
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Summary
WestJet’s preemptive strike—grounding 81 flights—signals a high-stakes labor standoff as talks with flight attendants’ union CUPE stall. With a deal deadline hitting Sunday midnight MT, the airline calls its move an “organized take-down” to avoid chaos if negotiations collapse. Despite cancellations, both sides remain committed to avoiding a strike or lockout—and passengers should check WestJet’s site for updates. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/47711dd1f0a3f6e8