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General Membership Meeting (GMM)
09:00PT/10:00MT/12:00ET
General Membership Meetings (GMM) are critical forums within our local union and represent one of two formal gatherings where elected representatives connect and engage with the membership. Conducted formally, and following established rules of order outlined in the Local's Bylaws (link here), GMMs provide a platform for a variety of important activities, including:
Informative Reports: Receive updates and reports from the Executive team, various committees, and gain insights into the Local's financial health.
Active Participation: Engage in discussions on important proposals, applications for Member in Good Standing status, and other matters impacting the Local.
Your Voice Matters: Ask questions, share your perspectives, and participate in votes that shape the future of our local union.
By attending GMMs, you play a vital role in ensuring a strong and informed union that effectively represents your interests. We encourage all members to actively participate in these essential meetings.
When is it, Who can attend, How do I sign up?
The GMM is on January 23, 2026 (09:00PT/10:00MT/12:00ET), held virtually.
Please refer to the email titled “Notice of General Membership Meeting” for sign up details. For privacy reasons the link cannot be shared on our website.
Attendance is open to Members in Good Standing and those who have completed the application process only (more information on this below).
Issues logging into the meeting/Why am I not being admitted into the meeting?
When you log in to the meeting, you MUST edit your display name to show your full name or employee number.
If your display name cannot be verified off the MSL and Members In Good Standing list, you won't be allowed entry
Please be patient, it can take several minutes to verify and admit everyone into the meeting.
For example, WestJet Encore Members:
WR 30000 Firstname Lastname
or
For example, WestJet Members:
WS 25000 Firstname Lastname
What is Member in Good Standing, am I one? How do I find out?
All WestJet Component members who pay dues are considered 'Members'.
'Members in Good Standing' have completed an application process, and were approved at a GMM.
How to become a Member in Good Standing:
Fill out the membership application form (link here).
Ensure your initiation fee is paid (contact your Base VP if unsure).
Your application will be reviewed and approved at the next GMM.
Benefits of Being a Member in Good Standing:
Attend Membership Meetings
Run for and vote in WestJet Component elections
Vote on important union matters
Your attendance is pivotal to decision making at our Local. Quorum is the required number of attendees so that the meeting can take place. Quorum at Local 4070 as per the bylaws, is a minimum of 40 Members plus at least two Members of the Board.
**Please note when you log into the meeting, your full name must be visible. If your first and last name are not visible, we do not know who you are and you will NOT be let into the meeting.**
Your active participation strengthens our union. We look forward to seeing you at the GMM!
Marking the Expiry of CA1 - Toronto (YYZ)
Join us for a “divorce party” as we leave those red flags behind and step into the stronger, more respectful CA2 we deserve.
Event Details:
Start time: 17:00 ET
End time: 20:00 ET
Location: Amsterdam Brewhouse, 245 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON M5J 2K9
There will be appetizers for everyone and space is limited. Plus-ones are welcome (please specify in the RSVP form), but they must be of legal drinking age in the province where the event is taking place. If you happen to be on a layover in another base on the day of your party, you’re welcome to join the fun there too!
Alcohol will be available for purchase. Please drink responsibly, follow the union and WestJet code of conduct, and ensure you have a safe ride to and from the event.
Even though we’re poking fun at our five-year “relationship” with CA1, all terms of the agreement remain in place until we reach a tentative agreement with the Company. The union will continue to communicate any changes to working conditions as we move through bargaining.
In Unity,
MESC Committee
Marking the Expiry of CA1 - Vancouver (YVR)
Join us for a “divorce party” as we leave those red flags behind and step into the stronger, more respectful CA2 we deserve.
Event Details:
Start time: 17:00 PT
End time: 20:00 PT
Location: Steamworks Brewpub, 375 Water St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1B8
There will be appetizers for everyone and space is limited. Plus-ones are welcome (please specify in the RSVP form), but they must be of legal drinking age in the province where the event is taking place. If you happen to be on a layover in another base on the day of your party, you’re welcome to join the fun there too!
Alcohol will be available for purchase. Please drink responsibly, follow the union and WestJet code of conduct, and ensure you have a safe ride to and from the event.
Even though we’re poking fun at our five-year “relationship” with CA1, all terms of the agreement remain in place until we reach a tentative agreement with the Company. The union will continue to communicate any changes to working conditions as we move through bargaining.
In Unity,
MESC Committee
Marking the Expiry of CA1 - Winnipeg (YWG)
Join us for a “divorce party” as we leave those red flags behind and step into the stronger, more respectful CA2 we deserve.
Event Details:
Start time: 17:00 CT
End time: 20:00 CT
Location: King's Head Pub, 120 King St, Winnipeg, MB R3B 1H9
There will be appetizers for everyone and space is limited. Plus-ones are welcome (please specify in the RSVP form), but they must be of legal drinking age in the province where the event is taking place. If you happen to be on a layover in another base on the day of your party, you’re welcome to join the fun there too!
Alcohol will be available for purchase. Please drink responsibly, follow the union and WestJet code of conduct, and ensure you have a safe ride to and from the event.
Even though we’re poking fun at our five-year “relationship” with CA1, all terms of the agreement remain in place until we reach a tentative agreement with the Company. The union will continue to communicate any changes to working conditions as we move through bargaining.
In Unity,
MESC Committee
Marking the Expiry of CA1 - Calgary (YYC)
Join us for a “divorce party” as we leave those red flags behind and step into the stronger, more respectful CA2 we deserve.
Event Details:
Start time: 17:00 MT
End time: 20:00 MT
Location: Moxie's Barlow, 29 Hopewell Way NE, Calgary, AB T3J 4V7
There will be appetizers for everyone and space is limited. Plus-ones are welcome (please specify in the RSVP form), but they must be of legal drinking age in the province where the event is taking place. If you happen to be on a layover in another base on the day of your party, you’re welcome to join the fun there too!
Alcohol will be available for purchase. Please drink responsibly, follow the union and WestJet code of conduct, and ensure you have a safe ride to and from the event.
Even though we’re poking fun at our five-year “relationship” with CA1, all terms of the agreement remain in place until we reach a tentative agreement with the Company. The union will continue to communicate any changes to working conditions as we move through bargaining.
In Unity,
MESC Committee
Marking the Expiry of CA1 - Edmonton (YEG)
Join us for a “divorce party” as we leave those red flags behind and step into the stronger, more respectful CA2 we deserve.
Event Details:
Start time: 17:00 MT
End time: 20:00 MT
Location: Barney's Pub & Grill, 5705 50th Street, Leduc, Alberta T9E 6Z8
There will be appetizers for everyone and space is limited. Plus-ones are welcome (please specify in the RSVP form), but they must be of legal drinking age in the province where the event is taking place. If you happen to be on a layover in another base on the day of your party, you’re welcome to join the fun there too!
Alcohol will be available for purchase. Please drink responsibly, follow the union and WestJet code of conduct, and ensure you have a safe ride to and from the event.
Even though we’re poking fun at our five-year “relationship” with CA1, all terms of the agreement remain in place until we reach a tentative agreement with the Company. The union will continue to communicate any changes to working conditions as we move through bargaining.
In Unity,
MESC Committee
Marking the Expiry of CA1 - Montreal (YUL)
Join us for a “divorce party” as we leave those red flags behind and step into the stronger, more respectful CA2 we deserve.
Event Details:
Start time: 17:00 ET
End time: 20:00 ET
Location: 3 BRASSEURS, 105 Rue Saint-Paul E, Montréal, QC H2Y 1G7
There will be appetizers for everyone and space is limited. Plus-ones are welcome (please specify in the RSVP form), but they must be of legal drinking age in the province where the event is taking place. If you happen to be on a layover in another base on the day of your party, you’re welcome to join the fun there too!
Alcohol will be available for purchase. Please drink responsibly, follow the union and WestJet code of conduct, and ensure you have a safe ride to and from the event.
Even though we’re poking fun at our five-year “relationship” with CA1, all terms of the agreement remain in place until we reach a tentative agreement with the Company. The union will continue to communicate any changes to working conditions as we move through bargaining.
In Unity,
MESC Committee
Bargaining Priorities Townhall - Winnipeg (YWG)
Join us for our Bargaining Priorities Townhalls happening in each of our bases. This is the membership’s opportunity to meet the bargaining committee, hear updates as to where we are in preparations for negotiations, and participate in member mobilization initiatives!
Note: this is a closed meeting for Members - a social event will follow here plus ones or family members may join! Registration is required please register via the link in your email or register HERE.
Bargaining Priorities Townhall - Toronto (YYZ)
Join us for our Bargaining Priorities Townhalls happening in each of our bases. This is the membership’s opportunity to meet the bargaining committee, hear updates as to where we are in preparations for negotiations, and participate in member mobilization initiatives!
Note: this is a closed meeting for Members - a social event will follow here plus ones or family members may join! Registration is required please register via the link in your email or register HERE.
Bargaining Priorities Townhall - Montreal (YUL)
Join us for our Bargaining Priorities Townhalls happening in each of our bases. This is the membership’s opportunity to meet the bargaining committee, hear updates as to where we are in preparations for negotiations, and participate in member mobilization initiatives!
Note: this is a closed meeting for Members - a social event will follow here plus ones or family members may join! Registration is required please register via the link in your email or register HERE.
Bargaining Priorities Townhall - Calgary (YYC)
Join us for our Bargaining Priorities Townhalls happening in each of our bases. This is the membership’s opportunity to meet the bargaining committee, hear updates as to where we are in preparations for negotiations, and participate in member mobilization initiatives!
Note: this is a closed meeting for Members - a social event will follow here plus ones or family members may join! Registration is required please register via the link in your email or register HERE.
Bargaining Priorities Townhall - Vancouver (YVR)
Join us for our Bargaining Priorities Townhalls happening in each of our bases. This is the membership’s opportunity to meet the bargaining committee, hear updates as to where we are in preparations for negotiations, and participate in member mobilization initiatives!
Note: this is a closed meeting for Members - a social event will follow here plus ones or family members may join! Registration is required please register via the link in your email or register HERE.
Bargaining Priorities Townhall - Edmonton (YEG)
Join us for our Bargaining Priorities Townhalls happening in each of our bases. This is the membership’s opportunity to meet the bargaining committee, hear updates as to where we are in preparations for negotiations, and participate in member mobilization initiatives!
Note: this is a closed meeting for Members - a social event will follow here plus ones or family members may join! Registration is required please register via the link in your email or register HERE.
Bargaining Education Townhall: Session 10
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER - TIME: 12:00PT/13:00MT/14:00CT/15:00ET/16:00AT - 1 HOUR
Your Local Executive Committee has spent the past several weeks preparing for our upcoming round of negotiations for our second Collective Agreement. As part of this preparation, we are launching a series of Bargaining Education Townhalls in collaboration with CUPE National to help ensure all members are informed and equipped to participate in the bargaining process.
Understanding how collective bargaining works in Canada is foundational to any unionized workplace. These sessions are designed to provide clarity and education on the bargaining process so that members can confidently engage with what’s ahead.
Key topics will include:
The role of the Collective Agreement
The stages and structure of the bargaining process
Strike processes and union rights
The importance of member input and participation
We will be offering a range of townhall sessions between April 11 and April 17, including daytime, evening, and weekend options to accommodate our members' varying schedules. Each session will present the same core content, with time allocated for questions and clarifications.
Please note:
These sessions are focused solely on bargaining education. They will not cover specific bargaining issues or proposals at this stage. Further bargaining issue-specific town halls will be held once the Bargaining Committee has been elected, and survey results have been collected.
Important Note:
Each session requires a minimum of 15 registrants in order to run. Pre-registration is required, and attendance numbers will be confirmed 24 hours in advance of the session. Should a session not reach the minimum attendance a cancellation email will be sent 24 hours prior to the event.
If there is additional interest in the sessions, we will look to schedule more in the future!
We strongly encourage all members to attend one of the sessions. A better understanding of the bargaining process empowers us all and strengthens our collective voice at the table.
In Unity,
WestJet Component LEC (Local Executive Committee)
President - Alia Hussain
Recording Secretary - Cameron Jones
Secretary-Treasurer - Alex Grigoriev
WS Unit Vice-President - Bryan Hansraj
WR Unit Vice-President - Heather Crippen
WG Unit Vice-President - Rena Kisfalvi
Bargaining Education Townhall: Session 9
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER - TIME: 09:00PT/10:00MT/11:00CT/12:00ET/13:00AT - 1 HOUR
Your Local Executive Committee has spent the past several weeks preparing for our upcoming round of negotiations for our second Collective Agreement. As part of this preparation, we are launching a series of Bargaining Education Townhalls in collaboration with CUPE National to help ensure all members are informed and equipped to participate in the bargaining process.
Understanding how collective bargaining works in Canada is foundational to any unionized workplace. These sessions are designed to provide clarity and education on the bargaining process so that members can confidently engage with what’s ahead.
Key topics will include:
The role of the Collective Agreement
The stages and structure of the bargaining process
Strike processes and union rights
The importance of member input and participation
We will be offering a range of townhall sessions between April 11 and April 17, including daytime, evening, and weekend options to accommodate our members' varying schedules. Each session will present the same core content, with time allocated for questions and clarifications.
Please note:
These sessions are focused solely on bargaining education. They will not cover specific bargaining issues or proposals at this stage. Further bargaining issue-specific town halls will be held once the Bargaining Committee has been elected, and survey results have been collected.
Important Note:
Each session requires a minimum of 15 registrants in order to run. Pre-registration is required, and attendance numbers will be confirmed 24 hours in advance of the session. Should a session not reach the minimum attendance a cancellation email will be sent 24 hours prior to the event.
If there is additional interest in the sessions, we will look to schedule more in the future!
We strongly encourage all members to attend one of the sessions. A better understanding of the bargaining process empowers us all and strengthens our collective voice at the table.
In Unity,
WestJet Component LEC (Local Executive Committee)
President - Alia Hussain
Recording Secretary - Cameron Jones
Secretary-Treasurer - Alex Grigoriev
WS Unit Vice-President - Bryan Hansraj
WR Unit Vice-President - Heather Crippen
WG Unit Vice-President - Rena Kisfalvi
Bargaining Education Townhall: Session 8
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER - TIME: 16:00PT/17:00MT/18:00CT/19:00ET/20:00AT - 1 HOUR
Your Local Executive Committee has spent the past several weeks preparing for our upcoming round of negotiations for our second Collective Agreement. As part of this preparation, we are launching a series of Bargaining Education Townhalls in collaboration with CUPE National to help ensure all members are informed and equipped to participate in the bargaining process.
Understanding how collective bargaining works in Canada is foundational to any unionized workplace. These sessions are designed to provide clarity and education on the bargaining process so that members can confidently engage with what’s ahead.
Key topics will include:
The role of the Collective Agreement
The stages and structure of the bargaining process
Strike processes and union rights
The importance of member input and participation
We will be offering a range of townhall sessions between April 11 and April 17, including daytime, evening, and weekend options to accommodate our members' varying schedules. Each session will present the same core content, with time allocated for questions and clarifications.
Please note:
These sessions are focused solely on bargaining education. They will not cover specific bargaining issues or proposals at this stage. Further bargaining issue-specific town halls will be held once the Bargaining Committee has been elected, and survey results have been collected.
Important Note:
Each session requires a minimum of 15 registrants in order to run. Pre-registration is required, and attendance numbers will be confirmed 24 hours in advance of the session. Should a session not reach the minimum attendance a cancellation email will be sent 24 hours prior to the event.
If there is additional interest in the sessions, we will look to schedule more in the future!
We strongly encourage all members to attend one of the sessions. A better understanding of the bargaining process empowers us all and strengthens our collective voice at the table.
In Unity,
WestJet Component LEC (Local Executive Committee)
President - Alia Hussain
Recording Secretary - Cameron Jones
Secretary-Treasurer - Alex Grigoriev
WS Unit Vice-President - Bryan Hansraj
WR Unit Vice-President - Heather Crippen
WG Unit Vice-President - Rena Kisfalvi
Bylaws Referendum Voting Period
Notice - The vote has been extended to April 25 due to technical issues with duplicate employee numbers at WestJet and Sunwing. Please refer to the email sent April 22 for more details.
The Referendum Vote for the Bylaw Amendments is set to take place from April 16 to April 23, 2025. This is an important opportunity for all CUPE Local 8125 members to have their voices heard regarding the proposed changes to our bylaws.
Members are encouraged to review the revised bylaws prior to casting their votes. The updated documents are available for your review at the link below. Please take the time to familiarize yourself with the revisions, as understanding these changes is crucial for an informed voting decision.
If you have any questions or need further clarification regarding the bylaws, do not hesitate to reach out to your union representative from our contact page.
Your participation in this referendum is vital. Ensure that your voice counts by voting during the specified dates. Thank you for your attention to this important matter.
Original Email Sent to All Members Below:
BYLAW INFORMATION:
Click HERE for a copy of the proposed bylaws amendments
Note: Any highlighted section of the Bylaws document above are the required changes as per the CUPE National Constitution.
As we move forward with the development of our bylaws, it's important to emphasize that this process, as previously communicated, will take place in a phased approach for several important reasons:
Phase One: Bargaining Year – Current Phase: We are currently in a bargaining year, and we recognize that our membership is eager to get bargaining initiatives started. It’s important that we prioritize our bargaining efforts to ensure that our members' interests are represented effectively. This requires several immediate changes to the Bylaws to allow the Executive to move forward with bargaining preparations.
Phase Two: Integration of Two Units: We are in the process of integrating Local 4055 and Local 4070, which requires us to maintain certain language in the bylaws until the Sunwing members are fully integrated. This transitional period necessitates careful consideration to ensure that all members feel represented and that there’s continuity in our commitments during this integration phase. More to come in future communications.
Phase Three: Focused Resources: Given our limited time and resources, we want to ensure that our efforts are directed at high-priority items that truly matter to our membership rather than others while still being a priority just not as critical of a concern. More information will be released in a future communication.
PHASE ONE: Required Bylaw Changes to Support Bargaining
In the upcoming SMM we will be focused on the immediate changes that MUST be made in order to kick off Bargaining.
We are proposing three strategically focused changes in this phase:
House Keeping Changes required by CUPE
All bylaws approved by the National Presidents Office must meet a minimum standard. Most of these are housekeeping changes such as naming of the Local and other general pieces.
This included an elections process that our current Bylaws do not have.
These are denoted by yellow highlights in the bylaws document above.
Establishing a Bargaining Committee
At the upcoming Special Membership Meeting, members will be asked to approve the formation of a Bargaining Committee to represent the members' interests in the next round of negotiations for both WS and WR. The structure and purpose of these committees have been thoughtfully developed with input from best practices and member feedback.
Purpose and Function: The Bargaining Committee will play a central role in advancing the priorities of our membership at the bargaining table. It will be responsible for developing membership surveys, drafting bargaining proposals, responding to employer positions, and ensuring negotiations reflect the direction set by Members.
Learning from Best Practices: We consulted with several Unions, including those who have previously negotiated with WestJet and other major carriers, to learn from their successes and challenges. Many unions—such as Air Canada and others within our CUPE airline division including our former Sunwing Local—opt for executive-only committees; however, we have opted to maintain a member-representative model that allows for a broader reflection of member experience.
Balanced Representation Across Bases: The committee for Mainline will include four elected members drawn from across our bases. Due to significant differences in base size, some bases will be grouped together to ensure a more equitable balance. This approach acknowledges the unique structure of our network and promotes cross-base representation focused on shared priorities. For Encore we took into account the size of the group and singular base and have the representation model reflective of this.
Leadership Support: To support the Member representatives, the Local President and the Unit Vice President will also serve on the committees for both Airlines WS/WR. This ensures consistent leadership as well as accountability for alignment to the Survey results.
Efficient Structure: With a total of six members for WS and when the time comes four for WR, the committee is intentionally designed to remain focused and agile. The Unions we consulted emphasized that large committees often become gridlocked, spending excessive time on internal debate rather than advancing member interests. A smaller, well-resourced team is more effective in maintaining momentum and delivering results.
Driven by Member Priorities: A priority based bargaining survey will be issued to all Members to establish the committee’s initial mandate. This survey will shape our priorities at the table. If bargaining conditions change or clarity is needed, the Committee will return to the membership for updated direction. This ensures the process remains flexible, transparent, and responsive. We heard loudly from our members that they wanted to ensure the mandate in the room was the Memberships mandate.
Supported by Experts: In addition to CUPE National and Elected Committee Members we will strategically source external support such as legal counsel, research analysts, and administrative support for the team. This professional expertise ensures the committee is well-prepared and positioned to negotiate your contract effectively. This model is built to be strategic, representative, and action oriented. It reflects the realities of our group, respects the feedback we’ve received from you the Members, and prepares us to move forward into bargaining in a way that is efficient, informed, and focused on achieving results.
Standardizing Our Dues Structure
As part of our preparation for the upcoming round of negotiations, we are proposing to standardize the dues structure across all member units. This step is essential to ensuring fairness, unity, and financial readiness as we move forward together under one Local.
Why this change is necessary: Currently, members in different units pay different dues amounts — a result of CUPE National’s policy that dues cannot be changed without membership ratification. While this made sense prior to integration, it is no longer equitable or sustainable to maintain two separate structures under one unified Local.
Dues by bargaining unit (current):
Sunwing members pay: 1.5% of a union member’s salary
WestJet and Encore members pay: One point one percent (1.1%) above the per-capita payable to CUPE National of base pay for all members. Current rate is 1.95% (0.85% per capita to CUPE National)
Note: This bylaw revision would see Sunwing members brought up to the same dues rate as WestJet and Encore members are currently paying.
Why are we not reducing dues now: The Executive Committee carefully considered lowering dues but determined that doing so at this stage would be fiscally irresponsible. Following the merger and the operational demands it placed on the Local, our focus must now be on preparing for a strong round of bargaining — and that means being fully resourced.
Investing in a strong bargaining campaign: Bargaining is the single most important function of a Union. To do it effectively, we must invest in what matters — legal counsel, research analysts, administrative support, and communications tools. We have seen from campaigns like Air Canada’s that a well-resourced bargaining committee can apply meaningful pressure and win significant gains. We intend to do the same.
Operating lean, but with stability: Over the past several years, the former Local 4070 had taken deliberate steps to reduce costs and operate more efficiently. While they contributed to 8125 a healthy reserve, we are entering an unpredictable bargaining environment — and we must ensure that we are financially prepared for the long haul if needed.
Members remain in control: Once bargaining is complete and a new Collective Agreement is in place, members will have the opportunity to revisit and vote on dues levels if they feel a reduction is appropriate. For now, this proposal ensures that all members are paying the same dues rate and that we are financially prepared to meet the challenges ahead.
Standardizing our due's structure is about fairness, preparedness, and giving ourselves the tools needed to succeed at the bargaining table. This is the time to invest in our Collective strength — and to do so in a way that positions us to deliver the contract our members deserve.
Why the Proposed Bylaws Will Be Decided by Referendum
We want to provide clarity on why the proposed bylaws will be brought to the membership through a referendum vote, rather than a vote at the Special Membership Meeting.
There are two primary reasons for this approach:
Timeliness and Readiness for Bargaining:
Our current Collective Agreement is nearing expiry, and members have made it clear that there is an expectation for us to begin bargaining without delay. Finalizing the bylaws is a necessary step in forming our bargaining structure and electing the committee. A referendum allows us to proceed more quickly in compliance with the CUPE National Constitution. If this was to be voted on in a SMM it would require waiting for a follow-up meeting and the 60-day notice period that would be required under the CUPE Constitution.
Member Access and Participation:
The CUPE Constitution allows bylaws to be adopted through a referendum vote, and doing so gives more members the opportunity to participate. Rather than requiring members to attend a single meeting to cast their vote, a referendum allows for a seven-day voting window, increasing accessibility and ensuring that all members — across bases and schedules — have a fair and equal chance to take part in the decision.
Our goal is to be transparent and direct with you about the process. We are committed to acting in the best interest of the membership and ensuring that the foundational work required to launch bargaining is completed without unnecessary delay. We understand the urgency created by the current conditions of the Collective Agreement, and this approach reflects our commitment to meet that urgency with action.
Bargaining Education Townhall: Session 7
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER - TIME: 15:00PT/16:00MT/17:00CT/18:00ET/19:00AT - 1 HOUR
Your Local Executive Committee has spent the past several weeks preparing for our upcoming round of negotiations for our second Collective Agreement. As part of this preparation, we are launching a series of Bargaining Education Townhalls in collaboration with CUPE National to help ensure all members are informed and equipped to participate in the bargaining process.
Understanding how collective bargaining works in Canada is foundational to any unionized workplace. These sessions are designed to provide clarity and education on the bargaining process so that members can confidently engage with what’s ahead.
Key topics will include:
The role of the Collective Agreement
The stages and structure of the bargaining process
Strike processes and union rights
The importance of member input and participation
We will be offering a range of townhall sessions between April 11 and April 17, including daytime, evening, and weekend options to accommodate our members' varying schedules. Each session will present the same core content, with time allocated for questions and clarifications.
Please note:
These sessions are focused solely on bargaining education. They will not cover specific bargaining issues or proposals at this stage. Further bargaining issue-specific town halls will be held once the Bargaining Committee has been elected, and survey results have been collected.
Important Note:
Each session requires a minimum of 15 registrants in order to run. Pre-registration is required, and attendance numbers will be confirmed 24 hours in advance of the session. Should a session not reach the minimum attendance a cancellation email will be sent 24 hours prior to the event.
If there is additional interest in the sessions, we will look to schedule more in the future!
We strongly encourage all members to attend one of the sessions. A better understanding of the bargaining process empowers us all and strengthens our collective voice at the table.
In Unity,
WestJet Component LEC (Local Executive Committee)
President - Alia Hussain
Recording Secretary - Cameron Jones
Secretary-Treasurer - Alex Grigoriev
WS Unit Vice-President - Bryan Hansraj
WR Unit Vice-President - Heather Crippen
WG Unit Vice-President - Rena Kisfalvi