The WestJet Group is waiting to hear back from the Canadian Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) to intervene under the Canada Labour Code.
Westjet is canceling flights ahead of a potential strike by mechanics and other tech ops employees. The company says this is “in order to park aircraft in a safe and organized manner,” and will minimize the potential for aircraft being abandoned in remote locations. The WestJet Group is waiting to hear back from the Canadian Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) to intervene under the Canada Labour Code. If accepted, both WestJet and the union( AMFA) will be arbitrated for a first collective agreement, which will prevent labour action. The union, Aircraft Maintenance Engineers and other Tech Ops employees, represents over 18,000 people.
Government and PAL Airlines announce connecting routes between Deer Lake, Gander and St. John's
It's National Volunteer Appreciation Week, "Volunteers Make Waves"
Bulk garbage spring clean up in Corner Brook starts tomorrow with option to drop off at Wild Cove
Winning lotto ticket sold at Pasadena Irving
Municipal Awareness is next week, celebration at the Civic Centre next Friday
