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Air Canada Flight Attendants Could Be Poised to Strike Next
The union representing Air Canada flight attendants has been negotiating with the airline for several weeks, and if a deal isn’t reached soon, they may resort to a strike. The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) is seeking fair compensation for all hours worked by flight attendants, including those spent on the ground.
Unpaid Work: A Broader Industry Concern
The issue of unpaid work is not unique to Air Canada but is a broader concern across the airline industry. In the United States, airlines such as Delta have introduced compensation for pre-flight duties, such as boarding. However, Canadian airlines have not followed suit, leaving flight attendants struggling financially.
Stagnant Wages and Eroding Purchasing Power
CUPE has highlighted concerns about the stagnation of wages over the past decade, which has eroded purchasing power for flight attendants. Starting salaries at Air Canada are reported to be $27,000 annually, a figure that CUPE deems insufficient for workers in a professional career.
Industry Trends and Legislative Support
The issue of unpaid work is not unique to Air Canada but is a broader concern across the airline industry. To further their cause, CUPE is also backing Bill C-415, a proposed federal law that seeks to standardize pay practices for flight attendants across Canada.
Looking Ahead: Negotiations and Potential Labour Action
Since negotiations with Air Canada began on Dec. 11, CUPE has been focused on achieving a deal without resorting to a strike. However, if a deal isn’t reached soon, the union may be forced to take more drastic action.
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