We want to congratulate the WestJet Crew Schedulers who filed their application with the Canadian Industrial Relations Board. This progress is inspiring and it shows what's possible when we stand together. The application represents Crew Schedulers, Lead Crew Schedulers and Shift Lead Crew Schedulers at WestJet.
In the coming days and weeks, the CIRB will begin its standard process. Here’s what to expect:
On Thursday, May 15, the company's Chief Financial Officer and Chief People Officer took part in a recorded podcast to discuss the current state of the business. A key topic they addressed was the decision not to distribute profit share for Q4 2024 and Q1 2025. We understand this has been disappointing for many members—and we share your concerns about the explanation provided.
While certain policies such as the Employee Travel Privileges, Acceptable Use, and Code of Conduct, fall outside the scope of our Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), they are still enforceable.
From June 15 to 17, the G7 Summit will be held in Kananaskis, Alberta, with many delegates and officials arriving through YYC Calgary International Airport.
The process for time worked and accrual percentages remains unchanged from pre-to post-CBA, as outlined in Article 15 (specifically 15-1.10 for the accrual chart).
Each month, your union works hard behind the scenes to protect your rights, uphold the Collective Agreement, and ensure fair treatment in the workplace.
Tracy-Lynne MacLellan, YYC Women's Advocate and Workplace Representative shares her experience as a first time delegate at Unifor Prairie Regional Council.
On International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia, Unifor reflects on lives impacted by hate and reaffirms our commitment to bringing working people together with respect and shared purpose in times of growing division.
The union is committed to advocating for and supporting our members, and part of that responsibility includes proactively addressing workplace concerns before they escalate into investigative meetings with the company.
On behalf of the Executive Board of Unifor Local 531, we are deeply saddened and disturbed by the senseless act of violence that occurred at the Lapu-Lapu Day Festival in Vancouver this past Saturday.
In light of the recent and concerning shooting at Terminal 1 in Toronto, we want to take a moment to focus on something that matters above all else—your safety.
As we prepare for our upcoming Unifor Local 531 Workplace Representative Elections, we want to ensure all members feel informed, empowered, and engaged in the process.
On Thursday, April 3, 2025, an important email was sent from @email to all above the wing members in YVR, YYC and YYZ about the nomination and election period for Workplace Representatives at our three bases
