After a tumultuous weekend that saw Air Canada’s operations grind to a halt due to a strike by its cabin crew, a tentative agreement has been reached between the airline and the flight attendants’ union, bringing an end to the labor dispute. The strike, which began on Saturday, August 16, 2025, resulted in the cancellation of around 700 flights per day, affecting an estimated 130,000 travelers daily during the peak of the summer travel season.
According to a report by NBC News, the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), representing Air Canada’s 10,000 flight attendants, announced early Tuesday that a tentative deal had been reached to end the strike. The agreement is said to guarantee members pay for work performed while planes are on the ground, addressing one of the key issues that led to the labor action.
Initially, the Canadian government had intervened, ordering the flight attendants to return to work, but the union defied the order, leading to a standoff that disrupted the airline’s operations. However, following renewed talks between Air Canada and the union, a resolution was finally reached, allowing for the gradual resumption of flights.
In a statement, Air Canada confirmed that operations would gradually restart following the agreement with the flight attendants’ union. The airline expressed its commitment to providing a safe and reliable travel experience for its passengers as services resume.
The strike and subsequent resolution highlight the complex dynamics between labor unions and corporations, as well as the impact such disputes can have on the travel industry and the general public. The swift resolution of the strike underscores the importance of effective communication and negotiation in resolving labor conflicts.
As Air Canada resumes its flights and operations return to normalcy, travelers can expect a gradual restoration of services and schedules. The agreement reached between the airline and the flight attendants’ union signifies a step towards stability and cooperation in the aviation sector.
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References:
– ArticleIFY: [Air Canada Strike Ends: Flights Resume After Government Order](https://articleify.com/air-canada-strike-flights-resume/)
– NBC News: [Air Canada, flight attendants reach tentative deal to end strike](https://www.nbcnews.com/world/canada/air-canada-strike-ends-tentative-agreement-flight-attendants-union-rcna225765)
– The Washington Times: [Air Canada reaches deal with flight attendant union to end strike; operations to gradually restart](https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2025/aug/19/air-canada-reaches-agreement-flight-attendant-union-end-strike/)
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