Air Canada flight attendants to continue strike despite government order
Summary
Air Canada flight attendants plan to continue their strike despite a government order to return to work. The strike has caused disruptions for around 130,000 travelers daily, during peak travel season. The union seeks better pay and terms, but the government has asked for binding arbitration to protect the economy.Key Facts
- Air Canada flight attendants are striking, affecting about 130,000 travelers per day.
- The government ordered the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) to enact binding arbitration to end the strike.
- The Canadian Union of Public Employees called the board's order unconstitutional and continues to strike.
- Air Canada intends to resume flights by Monday evening.
- This strike is the first by Air Canada flight attendants since 1985.
- Union demands include compensation for time between flights and better wage increases.
- Other unions showed support at a picket line in Toronto.
- The government aims to protect the economy by intervening in the strike.
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