Flight attendants at WestJet have voted to ratify a new labor agreement that includes an 18% wage increase over three years, ending a recent strike that disrupted operations.
The tentative deal, approved by approximately 4,400 members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees, follows a strike earlier this month that led to hundreds of flight cancellations. The agreement introduces a duty pay premium for cabin crew, shifting compensation to cover total work hours from check-in to clock-out rather than just flying time.
The revised pay structure aligns with industry trends at major carriers. Air Canada, American Airlines, Alaska Air, Delta Air Lines, and United Airlines have previously implemented similar changes, including pay for boarding or designated ground time, increasing pressure on airlines to standardize compensation models.
The vote concluded on Monday, according to the union’s announcement. WestJet has not yet publicly commented on the agreement’s financial impact or operational adjustments.
