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Canada's transport regulator has mandated that WestJet must eliminate its weight restrictions on power wheelchairs. This ruling aims to improve accessibility for passengers with mobility aids.

Parents who missed their child's birthday due to a WestJet strike expressed that nothing can compensate for the missed milestone.

The union representing WestJet cabin crew has disclosed the specifics of the tentative agreement reached with the Calgary-based airline, following a one-day strike.

Long weekend travelers face significant frustration and flight cancellations due to a strike by WestJet employees.

A video provides guidance for passengers on how to manage and navigate travel disruptions caused by the WestJet strike.

Canada's WestJet has canceled trips as labor talks broke down between the airline and the union representing 4,400 flight attendants. The flight attendants are seeking improved wages and compensation for unpaid work.

WestJet has started cancelling flights in anticipation of a looming strike deadline, leaving numerous travelers in uncertainty.

WestJet has begun grounding planes in anticipation of a potential strike by its flight attendants, who are legally able to strike soon. This action aims to mitigate disruptions should the strike proceed.

WestJet is allowing passengers with bookings from July 30 to August 4 to change or cancel their flights for free due to an ongoing labor dispute with its flight attendants and the threat of a strike.

'Our goal remains the same as it has been from the beginning: to reach a fair, negotiated, collective agreement,' Alia Hussain, president of CUPE 8125 says

Air Canada and WestJet have indefinitely suspended their services to Cuba, citing ongoing political and economic uncertainty in the country.

Air Canada and WestJet have raised their fees for checked luggage, prompting advice on five packing hacks that travelers can use to potentially save on space and avoid additional charges.

WestJet is reducing its flight capacity, citing soaring jet fuel prices caused by the war in Iran, following a similar move by Air Canada.

WestJet is introducing a new temporary fuel surcharge of $60 on all companion voucher bookings. The surcharge is set to take effect on Wednesday, April 8.

Canadian airlines WestJet and Porter have been fined tens of thousands of dollars for flight delays and failing to provide passengers with sufficient food and drink during disruptions.

WestJet cabin crew members have approved a proposed deal, bringing an end to the threat of a strike.

WestJet has agreed to pay a settlement in a sexual harassment lawsuit, resolving the legal dispute.

A Calgary couple missed their child's second birthday due to chaotic travel disruptions caused by the WestJet strike, highlighting the significant impact on passengers.

WestJet announced it is in a 'recovery phase' one day after reaching a tentative deal with its flight attendants, averting a potential strike.

WestJet and the Canadian Union of Public Employees have reached a tentative agreement, bringing an end to a flight attendant strike that had led to the cancellation of hundreds of flights.

For the third consecutive summer, the Canadian federal government is facing an airline labour dispute involving WestJet, raising questions about its ability to end the work stoppage and its impact on travel plans.

WestJet flight attendants have initiated a strike, leading to the grounding of more than 300 flights over a long weekend, causing significant travel disruptions.

WestJet announced the cancellation of 81 scheduled flights ahead of a looming strike deadline on Sunday.

The union representing WestJet flight attendants has served a 72-hour strike notice, indicating potential labor action. This development signals escalating tensions in ongoing negotiations between the union and the airline.

Travel insurance experts warn that WestJet travelers who purchase policies after potential strike dates are announced may not be covered for interruptions or delays caused by a contract dispute.

WestJet has publicly criticized Canada's proposed loan offer designed to assist airlines struggling with high fuel costs, indicating dissatisfaction with the government's support.

Air Serbia has established a commercial partnership with WestJet, a leading Canadian airline, aiming to enhance connectivity between Europe and Canada for passengers of both carriers.

WestJet flight attendants have served a formal notice of dispute, raising concerns about 'unpaid work' and claiming they work 35 hours monthly without compensation, according to the Canadian Union of Public Employees.

A new agreement between Air India and WestJet will allow passengers to travel to over 30 cities across the US and Canada with a single ticket.

CBC's Marketplace has released its weekly cheat sheet, summarizing key consumer and health news, including reports on bogus maple syrup and WestJet flight cancellations.

Manitoban, Albertan and B.C. customers have expressed feeling abandoned since their flights were cancelled

Canadian airlines, including WestJet, Air Canada, Porter, and AirTransat, are implementing promised upgrades to their economy class offerings, which an industry expert suggests is more about 'premiumization' than simply pleasing passengers.

Canadian airline WestJet has agreed to pay C$4.5 million to settle a decade-long sexual harassment class action lawsuit filed by female flight attendants who alleged the company failed to maintain a safe workplace.

WestJet flight attendants have achieved a new deal that includes an 18% wage hike and compensation for preboarding work, as confirmed by their union.

WestJet flights have been grounded following a strike initiated by the airline's staff.

A strike by WestJet cabin crew, initiated during a busy holiday weekend, has resulted in approximately 600 flight cancellations in and out of Canada, primarily over wage disputes.

Flight attendants at Canada's WestJet have gone on strike due to an ongoing dispute over pay, impacting the airline's operations.

An opinion piece suggests that the ongoing labour dispute at WestJet is not merely a disagreement but a proxy battle between Carney and various unions.

Flight attendants at WestJet have initiated a strike after negotiations between their union and the airline broke down without reaching an agreement.

WestJet is providing flexible change and cancellation policies for travelers with bookings between now and August 4th, in anticipation of potential flight disruptions due to a strike or lockout.

WestJet, Canada's second-largest airline, is preparing to wind down operations in anticipation of a potential strike or lockout by its flight attendants, though a labor dispute is not yet certain.

WestJet flight attendants have voted to strike as early as the August long weekend if a new deal is not reached. The strike action is contingent on the outcome of ongoing negotiations.

Icelandair has signed a cooperation agreement with Canadian airline WestJet and a letter of intent for collaboration with AEGEAN Airlines, Greece's largest airline, over the weekend.

Airlines, including WestJet, are being accused of employing "tricky maneuvers" to deny passengers compensation for cancelled flights. These alleged tactics aim to prevent dozens of passengers from receiving their rightful payouts.

WestJet has announced an increase in its checked baggage fees, with charges rising by $5, $10, and $50 for certain luggage, less than two weeks after Air Canada implemented similar price hikes.

Twenty-three passengers were unable to board a WestJet flight from Halifax to Cancun after an unexpected cabin crew absence necessitated a reduction in the number of passengers allowed, adhering to federal regulations.

Snowbird destinations from Palm Springs to southern Florida are feeling the impact as Canadians remain hesitant about traveling to the US. Sarah Gray/Business Insider New data from Longwoods International shows Canadians are still hesitant about traveling to the US. Major snowbird destinations from Palm Springs, California, to southern Florida are feeling the impact. Canadians are opting for Europe, Mexico, and the Caribbean instead, or for domestic travel. Canadian travellers are still unhappy with President Donald Trump, and that's affecting the 2026 outlook of visitors to the US from Canada. In 2025, there was a noticeable travel chill from the US's northern neighbor, following President Donald Trump's quips about the "51st state" and the levying of hefty tariffs. A January survey of more than 1,000 Canadian prospective travelers found that they remain hesitant to travel to the US and would rather support domestic tourism, according to Longwoods International, a tourism industry market research company. According to Longwoods International, 55% of surveyed Canadian travelers report that they intend to travel to the US within the next 12 months, which remains mostly unchanged from 54% reported in October 2025. Among those who intend to make the trip, only 9% say they have already made bookings. In 2025, 4 million fewer Canadian travelers visited the US than the previous year, marking a 22% drop, according to the US Commerce Department's National Travel and Tourism Office. Seventy-three percent of Canadian respondents to the latest survey, who said they changed their 2026 travel plans to avoid the US, cited economic policies and tariffs. Other factors are also at work. More than 40% of respondents told Longwoods International that they strongly or somewhat disagree that the US is a place that values international travelers, welcomes travelers with diverse backgrounds, is a safe place to visit, and feels welcoming in general, and the number of Canadians who agree that the US feels safe to visit has been declining over the past year. Popular destinations for Canadian snowbirds, such as southern California and Florida, have been trying to woo them back. But it appears that those attempts have fallen flat as Trump continues to threaten Canada with tariffs and recently threatened to delay the opening of a bridge Canada paid for. In 2025, California's Gov. Gavin Newsom began trying to convince Canadians with targeted video campaigns that California welcomes them. Recently, heart-shaped banners featuring the Canadian flag also popped up in Palm Springs, which, according to the Los Angeles Times, is feeling a chill this winter from fewer Canadian tourists. "Sure, you-know-who is trying to stir things up back in DC, but don't let that ruin your beach plans," Newsom said in a campaign video. "California is the ultimate playground — over 2,000 miles from Washington and a world away in mindset." According to Visit California, the number of Canadian visitors to the state still fell by over 18% in 2025 compared to the year prior, slipping to 1.4 million. In 2024, Visit California showed that 1.7 million Canadians visited the state and spent around $3.7 billion. Even Disney, the happiest place on earth, is feeling the impact as international travelers skip the US. In the Walt Disney Company's first-quarter earnings report earlier in February, the company said it is facing "international visitation headwinds" at its US parks, including Disney World in Florida and Disneyland in California. Visit Florida lists Canada as the state's top source of international visitors, with around 3.4 million travelers from Canada to the state in 2024. In 2025, the state saw a 15% year-over-year drop, according to Visit Florida, with only 2.9 million visitors from Canada. Canadian airlines Air Transat and WestJet are also suspending all or some flights from Canada to the US this summer. "We saw a notable decline in transborder travel demand throughout 2025," Julia Kaiser, media relations advisor for WestJet, told Global News earlier in February. "As a result, we made timely decisions to modify our network to stay aligned with where Canadians want to go." The slowdown in trips to the US doesn't mean that Canadians are no longer traveling. Longwoods International said that 45% of Canadian travelers who changed their plans for a US trip now say they would substitute it with a domestic trip, while about a quarter of prospective travelers are looking toward Europe, Mexico, and the Caribbean. As of February 17, China also opened up visa-free entry for all Canadian citizens, allowing up to 30 days of travel for business, tourism, family visits, or transit. Read the original article on Business Insider