Air Canada's travel rebound hit turbulence this weekend as flight attendants extended their strike despite a government back-to-work order – grounding 240+ flights and leaving thousands scrambling. 💼✈️
Strike Standoff Escalates
The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) directed attendants to continue picketing Sunday, defying Canada's Industrial Relations Board. Air Canada called the move 'illegal' while suspending flights through Monday evening.
What Travelers Need to Know
❌ 34% of daily flights canceled (typically 700+ flights/day)
📅 Service resumption planned for Monday night
🛄 Passengers advised to check flight status before heading to airports
Behind the Labor Battle
After 8 months of failed negotiations over pay increases, pension upgrades, and crew rest improvements, Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu has ordered binding arbitration. Both sides remain at odds as summer travel demand surges.
This labor drama serves as a reality check for post-pandemic aviation recovery – proving that even with planes ready to fly, happy crews are essential fuel. 🔥✈️
