Air Canada, Flight Attendants’ Union Reach Tentative Agreement, Offering Hope to Stranded Passengers
Air Canada and the union representing its flight attendants have reached a tentative agreement, the union confirmed late Monday, raising hopes that the days-long strike disrupting air travel across the country may soon be over.
The strike, which began last week, resulted in the cancellation of dozens of flights and left thousands of passengers stranded at airports in Canada and abroad. Families, tourists, and business travelers faced long delays, overcrowded terminals, and last-minute changes to their plans, sparking frustration and uncertainty among passengers.
Union officials described the agreement as a “positive step forward” and noted that the proposed deal still requires ratification by members before it can take full effect. While the details of the agreement have not yet been made public, sources suggest that negotiations focused on wage increases, better working hours, and improved job security for flight attendants.
Air Canada, in a brief statement, welcomed the progress and expressed optimism about resuming normal flight operations soon. “We value the hard work and dedication of our flight attendants and are pleased that a fair resolution is in sight,” the airline said.
Industry experts say the deal could not have come at a more critical time, as the summer travel season is at its peak, with record numbers of passengers moving through Canadian airports. Prolonged disruptions, they warn, could have had severe financial and reputational impacts on the airline.
For now, travelers are cautiously optimistic. Many hope that the tentative deal will quickly lead to restored schedules and fewer cancellations, putting an end to the stressful uncertainty of recent days.
