Canadian government moves to end Air Canada strike
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The Canadian government on Saturday (August 16) moved to end a strike by Air Canada's cabin crews and require binding arbitration to resolve their contract impasse, an action that the country's largest carrier had sought but unionized flight attendants opposed.
Breakdown
- The Canadian government ordered binding arbitration to resolve Air Canada's cabin crew strike.
- The strike led to the cancellation of 700 flights, affecting over 100,000 travelers. 19s
- Negotiations failed after eight months, with the union seeking better compensation for ground duties. 40s
- Air Canada offered a 38% compensation increase over four years, but the union found it insufficient. 1m 32s
- It may take four to five days for Air Canada to resume full operations. 1m 55s