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The future of this workplace is being decided right now. You deserve a voice in it.

Last week, Unifor issued a press release calling on WestJet to stop outsourcing Canadian jobs and respect the workers who built this airline. That message was heard clearly by the...Read More

Billy ONeill

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November 17, 2025

Unifor calls on WestJet to stop outsourcing Calgary call centre jobs to El Salvador

CALGARY—Unifor is calling on WestJet to stop the outsourcing of hundreds of Calgary call centre jobs to El Salvador. “In this uncertain economic climate caused by a trade war launched...Read More

Billy ONeill

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November 13, 2025

REMINDER – WestJet Calgary Meetings Start Tomorrow

A quick reminder that our WestJet Calgary meetings begin tomorrow, and your voice is needed now more than ever. Over the past year, we’ve watched WestJet quietly move hundreds of...Read More

Billy ONeill

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November 12, 2025

WestJet Calgary Meetings – Protect Canadian Jobs

Hey everyone, After the latest internal updates from WestJet, it’s clear that more Contact Centre jobs are at risk as the company continues shifting work to TELUS Digital. Over the...Read More

Billy ONeill

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November 10, 2025

The Onex Playbook at Work

The move to bring the APPR (Air Passenger Protection Regulations) work from the Contact Centre team over to the Regulatory Affairs & Accessibility group isn’t just an administrative change —...Read More

Billy ONeill

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November 06, 2025

From One Win to the Next: The Power of Collective Bargaining

Who’s fighting for you at WestJet? Every win in aviation — from Air Canada to WestJet to Porter — comes from workers standing together. It’s time to build better, with Unifor. 👉 join.unifor.org/westjet #Unifor #WestJet #BuildBetter #UnionStrong #Aviation

Billy ONeill

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November 06, 2025

WestJet Contact Centre Update — Fewer Hours, More Pressure, and Why You Deserve Better

You’ve likely noticed what’s been happening inside the Contact Centre over the past few weeks. Several of you have received messages from Workforce offering the option to go part-time, with...Read More

Billy ONeill

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November 03, 2025

After last week’s news — here’s what comes next for WestJet workers

Last week, Unifor shared what many of us have long suspected: Onex plans to take WestJet public within two years. That means investors are preparing for a cash grab...Read More

Billy ONeill

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October 31, 2025

✈️ Countdown to the Cash Grab: Onex’s Two-Year Plan to Take WestJet Public

In October, The Financial Post revealed that Toronto-based Onex Corporation — the private-equity firm that bought WestJet in 2019 — plans to take the airline public within two years.

Billy ONeill

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October 28, 2025

From the Stage to the Bargaining Table: Let’s Keep the Momentum Going!

Last week’s strategy session was electric — and not just because of the ideas exchanged. It’s clear the energy is shifting. We’re not just holding the line — we’re gaining...Read More

Billy ONeill

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October 24, 2025

What are your priorities for collective bargaining with Unifor?

As we move closer to reaching the majority support needed for Unifor to represent WestJet Contact Centre workers, it’s time to start thinking about what you want to see...Read More

Billy ONeill

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October 22, 2025

We’re So Close — But We Can’t Win from the Sidelines

We’ve built incredible momentum — don't let it stall now. Every day we wait, WestJet keeps moving forward with outsourcing, discipline programs, and changes that make your jobs less secure....Read More

Billy ONeill

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October 19, 2025

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