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WestJet Cabin Crew to Hold Day of Action Tuesday, July 14, 2026 in Calgary
WestJet Cabin Crew to Hold Day of Action Tuesday, July 14, 2026 in Calgary
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CALGARY, Alberta--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CUPE 8125, representing approximately 4,400 WestJet flight attendants, will hold a Day of Action while members vote on a possible strike that could start as early as August 2, 2026. Alia Hussain, President of CUPE 8125, will be available to speak to the media.
DAY OF ACTION DETAILS:
Date: Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Time: 11:30
Location: Near WESTJET CAMPUS, 22 Aerial Place NE, Calgary, AB
Members of the media are asked to park on the street in the area of 78th Ave and 22 St NE.
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Contacts
Erin Rolfson, Communications Representative
587-982-0418 | erolfson@cupe.ca
Canadian Union of Public Employees
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