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OCC Update: Union Application Status and Re-Engaging Worker Support at WestJet

We are reaching out to you because you previously showed support for joining Unifor, and we wanted to provide an update and reconnect. As many of you know, last May...Read More

Billy ONeill

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March 18, 2026

WestJet Update March 17, 2026

Unifor is currently awaiting a decision from the Canada Industrial Relations Board regarding the Contact Centre certification application and the Crew Schedulers application. In the meantime, Unifor has received several...Read More

Billy ONeill

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March 17, 2026

Crew Schedulers Unifor continues to advocate to protect your rights.

Unifor continues to advocate for Crew Schedulers to protect your rights.

As many of you are aware, Unifor filed an Unfair Labour Practice complaint against Onex WestJet after the company failed to provide Crew Schedulers with the wage increases that were...Read More

Billy ONeill

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March 11, 2026

Do Not Wait for a Voice. Secure It.

Concerns We Are Hearing We know that many of you have approached your TAPS representatives to raise concerns about transparency, decision making, and the absence of a meaningful voice at...Read More

Billy ONeill

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March 03, 2026

Contact Centre Union Update February 23 2026

We want to provide a brief update on the certification application currently before the Federal Labour Board. At this time, we have not received any new updates or decisions from...Read More

Billy ONeill

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February 23, 2026

Update to YEG Supporters Feb 23 2026

We Are Close to Majority Support We want to provide you with a direct update. We are very close to achieving majority support at YEG. Reaching that majority is within...Read More

Billy ONeill

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February 23, 2026

WestJet Workers Spoke Up in 2021. Their Warning Still Matters Today

Private Equity Ownership Always Has an Exit Plan This video is worth watching as part of the broader history of how WestJet arrived where it is today. It was...Read More

Billy ONeill

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February 14, 2026

Another Round of Cuts. Workers Across WestJet Are Taking Action

Private Equity Ownership Always Has an Exit Plan WestJet is not owned by a traditional airline company. It is owned by Onex, a private equity firm whose business model...Read More

Billy ONeill

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February 11, 2026

Know your Rights YEG

We are sorry to hear that some union supporters at YEG are experiencing pressure and bullying from members of the AEA and individuals in leadership positions. Every worker has the...Read More

Billy ONeill

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February 09, 2026

YEG WestJet Workers Get the Facts. Know Your Rights. Build the Future Together.

Unifor is on the ground at YEG to ensure that every WestJet worker has access to clear, accurate, and complete information about unionization. Our role is simple. Provide facts....Read More

Billy ONeill

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February 08, 2026

URGENT: Do Not Engage on Employer Systems – Stay Focused, Stay United

We know how frustrating it is to see management-supported anti union messaging making its way through company email and work channels. As tempting as it may be to respond, Unifor...Read More

Billy ONeill

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February 06, 2026

Hear From Fellow WestJet Workers: Why They Are Joining Unifor

WestJet YEG, Thank you for the many thoughtful and constructive conversations we have been having with you this week at the airport. We appreciate the time you are taking to...Read More

Billy ONeill

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February 06, 2026

Thank you!